AKAPAD the FILM BUFF Podcast

Mar 07 2025 500 ep. 12 mins
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The internet has killed film criticism, resurrecting it is Peter A Deluca known throughout the cosmos as AKPAD. Here he wages war against poor hot takes, lazy insight, and trashing a movie just for clicks. This is the last bastion of honest cinema thought.

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THE WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM - AMERICAN ANIME

Mar 07 2025 10 mins  
The Film Buff’s Animation Weekend takes on The Lord of the Rings like never before! This time, we dive into The War of the Rohirrim—a two-hour-plus anime that expands the world of Middle-earth while staying true to Peter Jackson’s legendary films. Exploring events that connect to The Fellowship of the Ring, this film promises to deepen the lore. But there’s a bigger quest

INVINSIBLE from AMAZON - is a Simon Racioppa show

Mar 07 2025 11 mins  
Welcome to another episode of Animation Weekend! This time, The Film Buff tackles a big question: Is Amazon’s hit series Invincible the pinnacle of American adult animation? We dive deep into the answer, with a special focus on showrunner Simon Racioppa.

THE BRUTALIST - the best film of 2024

Mar 06 2025 10 mins  
Today the Film Buff has a brief discussion on the best film of the year and the best drama of the decade. The Brutalist Those who brought us The Brutalist Main Cast: Joel Edgerton – László Toth Marion Cotillard – Erzsébet Toth Mark Rylance Sebastian Stan Vanessa Kirby Isaac Powell Stacy Martin Main Crew: Director: Brady Corbet Writers: Brady Corbet, Mona Fastvold Cinemato

MIKE MIGNOLA DRAWING MONSTERS

Feb 27 2025 10 mins  
Comic book documentaries are rare—frankly, there aren’t nearly enough. But among the few that exist, this one stands above the rest. The Film Buff explores the highs and lows of this masterfully told saga about Hellboy creator Mike Mignola.

WATCHMEN CHAPTER 2 - DC Animation

Feb 27 2025 11 mins  
Watchmen Chapter 1 was a huge disappointment for The Film Buff, but curiosity got the best of Peter when Chapter 2 became available on HBO Max. As a film, animation, and Watchmen expert, what does AKAPAD have to say about this one?

TWENTY SOMETHING (2021) -Spark Shorts

Feb 27 2025 10 mins  
It's the weekend, and the AKAPADers know that means it's time for animation. In observance of Black History Month, The Film Buff has discovered a short film whose originality is truly admirable. In this episode, Peter highlights the vision of Aphton Corbin, revealing why this short resonates so deeply with all of us in the most poignant ways.

To Live and Die in LA

Feb 27 2025 14 mins  
To Live and Die in L.A. is finally available on digital—specifically on Amazon Prime! This is one of the last remaining films The Film Buff had been eagerly waiting to see On-Demand. Now, after experiencing it, The Film Buff revels in this overlooked gem—one that ultimately stands as just another chapter in the endless struggle between cops and the criminals they pursue. Those

F1 WILL SAVE MOVIE THEATERS - PREDICTION

Feb 26 2025 9 mins  
On June 25th, audiences worldwide will be introduced to F1, a high-octane racing film starring Brad Pitt and directed by Ehren Kruger. With the potential to reignite excitement for cinema—much like Top Gun: Maverick did—F1 promises to bring adrenaline-fueled action to the big screen and remind audiences why theaters are the ultimate movie experience.

WOLFS - A FILM BY JON WATTS

Feb 26 2025 13 mins  
Today's episode of *AKAPAD's The Film Buff Podcast* dives into the career of *Wolf* writer/director Jon Watts, exploring his body of work and taking a closer look at his latest Apple+ film, *Wolfs*. Could this be the best modern-day night shoot since the *John Wick* movies? Tune in to find out! Those who brought us WOLFS Main Cast George Clooney – Margaret's Man Brad Pitt – P

A Different Man - One of 2024's Best

Feb 25 2025 7 mins  
A Different Man is a film to be studied, and here AKAPAD The Film Buff makes the case as to why.