Film Loop

Film Loop goes out in style with a live show as part of the 7th Annual Philly Podfest! Recorded live July 27, 2019 at Indy Hall on Market Street as a part of the 7th Annual Philadelphia Podcast Festival, Darian and Victor throw down the gauntlet with the ultimate showdown between GenXer and Millennial! It's the very last live performance of Film Loop filled with hilarity and surprises, as Victor and Darian go out with a bang!

Lectroids and Blue Blaze Irregulars! For the final episode of Film Loop, Victor rounds off Finale week with his nostalgic pick, the wild sci-fi adventure, 1984’s “Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension”. Victor and Darian talk about the making of this film, Buckaroo Banzai as a tv show, and how this movie creates a true loop of the podcast as a whole. Join us for the final trip through the movies inside our heads! REFERENCES AND LINKS    Buckaroo Banzai - Jet Car Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBGw-rJHu6I  Buckaroo Banzai - End Credits: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah6TYuJ1iQg John Lithgow on Creating Dr. Emilio Lizardo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gz9Klvmoli4 Christopher Lloyd - The Face Behind John BigBooté: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nnvma4WTsvc What’s that watermelon doing there? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJX30qy3Euk Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com! 

Empathy tests and tears in rain! Darian is kicking off Film Loop Finale week with his final pick, Ridley Scott’s seminal sci-fi classic, 1982’s “Blade Runner”. Together, Victor and Darian talk about their first encounter with the film, discuss where it sits within the greatest sci-fi movies of all time, and settle one and for all whether Deckard is a Replicant! Join us for the beginning of the end! REFERENCES AND LINKS    Blade Runner Original Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eogpIG53Cis Syd Mead on Blade Runner - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VPT-Ug-gF4 Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com! 

Bo Diddley and Toni Basil! We’re jamming to 1990’s “Rockula” selected by this year’s Film Loop Oscar Pool Winner, Yali Perez! Victor and Darian waste no time sinking their teeth into this 80’s horror-comedy musical, so crank the volume to 11 and join us!  Film Loop: Season 2 Spotify Playlist Picks  “The Night” by Toni Basil   Listen here: https://spoti.fi/2LSrw3t REFERENCES AND LINKS    Visiting Kids: “Trilobites” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWenGAsQS0s   Toni Basil: “The Night” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEVO2LutqqY   Dean Cameron on the Music in the Film - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHSJMk16jyc Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com! 

Storm chasers and fire fighters! This episode of Film Loop is all about Disaster movies! Victor and Darian chat about their own encounters with the forces of nature, then Victor goes in with 1974’s “The Towering Inferno.” Darian sounds the alarm with 1996’s “Twister”! You’ll want to take shelter for this one. Join us! ANNOUNCEMENTS Film Loop: Season 2 Spotify Playlist Picks   Darian’s Pick “Respect the Wind” by Edward and Alex Van Halen Victor’s Pick “Main Title” - John Williams     Listen here: https://spoti.fi/2LSrw3t REFERENCES AND LINKS  “Twister” trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKfnSw8NDzc   The “Twister” Museum - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJrSytS5_yg   “The Towering Inferno” trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kr6l87i9oAI   Making of “The Towering Inferno” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDS1c2L1V2A Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com! 

Pam Grier and Dolemite! It’s the blaxploitation episode of Film Loop! Darian and Victor take it way back to a groovier time and highlight the peak of black cinema in the 70s. Darian jumps off with the Queen of the Silver Screen in 1975’s “Friday Foster.” Victor keeps the ball rolling with the sequel to Rudy Ray Moore’s Dolemite character, 1976’s “The Human Tornado.” Gather ‘round, you jive turkeys, and tune in! Ya dig?   ANNOUNCEMENTS Film Loop: Season 2 Spotify Playlist Picks   Darian’s Pick “Friday Foster (Main Title)” Luchi De Jesus Victor’s Pick “The Human Tornado” Ben A. Taylor, Rudy Ray Moore   Listen here: https://spoti.fi/2LSrw3t REFERENCES AND LINKS Friday Foster Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpdSX_kRSU8   “Don’t Talk” PSA with Pam Grier - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlqgiQZOcCg   The Human Tornado Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubnEsEePgqo   Dolemite Compilation - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogyJ0hTpTrY Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com!  

Space Turtles and Giant Gills!! It’s the Monster Movie episode of Film Loop! Darian and Victor chat about their earliest encounters with kaiju movies, then get into it with their picks. Victor starts things with 1967’s “Gamera vs Guiron.” Darian brings it home to the Big Apple with his choice, 2008’s “Cloverfield.” Giant monsters can be good or bad, so watch out! ANNOUNCEMENTS Film Loop: Season 2 Spotify Playlist Picks   Darian’s Pick “Roar! Cloverfield Overture” by Michael Giacchino - https://open.spotify.com/track/73gy9Qvs6L11tqEKbJ09aX?si=88yzpN6_Tv-MPZCYgf6_BA       Victor’s Pick “Gamera March” by Hidemasa Nagata - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqRk6wBfOLc       Listen here: https://spoti.fi/2LSrw3t REFERENCES AND LINKS “Gamera: History of a Monster Legend” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiGrJkF0WVI   “Cloverfield” Behind the Scenes - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAjvIKn7THc Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com!

Macho men and lethal ladies!! It’s the Lone Wolf episode of Film Loop! Victor and Darian talk about wronged killers and double crosses, then get into their picks. Victor kicks it off with 1967’s “Point Blank.” Darian rounds out the episode with his pick, 2011’s “Haywire.” Don’t mess with these characters, they always get their man!   ANNOUNCEMENTS Film Loop: Season 2 Spotify Playlist Picks   Darian’s Pick “Haywire” by David Holmes Victor’s Pick “Mighty Good Time” by Stu Gardner     Listen here: https://spoti.fi/2LSrw3t   REFERENCES AND LINKS “Mighty Good Time” by Stu Gardner - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=301Qqvfy5fg   Trailers from Hell with John Landis on “Point Blank” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pp2p-EWGws   “Haywire” Q & A with Steven Soderbergh and cast - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53j5MMcAKaw   “Haywire” Behind the Scenes - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dj6OA9Gh_4s Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com!

Time holes and the mad Titan! It’s Film Loop NOW where we loop FORWARD in time to talk about the movies we love right now! Darian and Victor talk about all the tears, the giggles and the end of an era with the epic finale to this part of the MCU. Spoilers abound… YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED! REFERENCES AND LINKS The “Avengers: Endgame” Timeline, Explained - https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/movies/a27276757/avengers-endgame-timeline-time-travel-explained/   10 Fan Theories About the Future of the MCU after Endgame - https://screenrant.com/mcu-avengers-endgame-theories-future/   “Avengers: Endgame” Ending Explained - https://www.denofgeek.com/us/movies/marvel/280731/avengers-endgame-ending-explained Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com!

Billy clubs and blood serums! It’s the Marvel edition of Film Loop! Darian and Victor flash back to the pre-MCU days of superhero cinema and talk about the House of Ideas circa late 90s! Darian kicks things off with New Regency’s take on the Man without Fear; 2003’s “Daredevil”. Victor follows with New Line Cinema’s approach to the Daywalker in 1998’s “Blade”. Don your masks and capes and take off with us!

Sex, booze, and fake IDs! It’s the teen sex comedy episode of Film Loop! Victor and Darian are headed back to high school with returning guest and resident rom-com expert, Laura Freeman! With prom season in full swing, the gang gives their best advice to eager teens looking forward to the big night. Afterwards, we flash back to Victor’s pick, 1982’s “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” jet set through Laura’s choice in 1995’s “Clueless,” and end with Darian’s selection in 2007’s “Superbad.. Awkward conversations and Amy Heckerling are tonight’s table stakes. Tune in!   ANNOUNCEMENTS Film Loop: Season 2 Spotify Playlist Picks   Darian’s Pick “Bustin’ Out (On Funk)” by Rick James Victor’s Pick “Moving in Stereo” by The Cars Laura’s Pick “All By Myself” by Jewel     Listen here: https://spoti.fi/2LSrw3t REFERENCES AND LINKS Sex, Censorship and ‘Ridgemont High’ - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIxys_gUP4k   Clueless: The Movie Cast Reunion - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-lIS4IcpGiY   “Superbad” Bloopers reel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOKevPzEiU0 Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com!

Fauns and fairies! This episode of Film Loop honors Horror Master Guillermo Del Toro and his 2006 masterpiece, “Pan’s Labyrinth.” Darian and Victor begin by discussing GDT as a creative mastermind, and just how much they love his gruesome aesthetics. Then they dive straight into the movie, discussing Del Toro’s terrifying villain, and just how much this movie ISN’T like “Alice in Wonderland”! Don’t get lost! ANNOUNCEMENTS 2nd Annual Oscar Pool Winner! Congratulations to Yali Perez for winning the 2nd Annual Film Loop Oscar Pool!   Film Loop: Season 2 Spotify Playlist Pick   Darian and Victor’s Pick Pan’s Labyrinth Lullaby     Listen here: https://spoti.fi/2LSrw3t REFERENCES AND LINKS “Making Pan’s Labryrinth” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-YzD3uXI3g   Guillermo Del Toro talks to Ivana Baquero - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pj-weJe-EQo Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com!

Talking computers and camp wardens! This episode is all about actress Sigourney Weaver! Join Darian and Victor as they send up a reverent tribute to the patron saint of Film Loop (aka Siggy Weave) with a focus on some of her unsung roles! Victor begins by jumping into space for Weaver’s turn as Gwen DiMarco in 1999’s “Galaxy Quest.” Darian follows by digging up Siggy’s juicy villain Warden Walker in 2003’s “Holes.” Ripley ain’t got nothin’ on these deep Weaver roles. Tune in and join us!   ANNOUNCEMENTS   Film Loop: Season 2 Spotify Playlist Picks   Darian’s Pick “Down to the Valley” Little Axe Victor’s Pick “Galaxy Quest Main Theme” David Newman   Listen here: https://spoti.fi/2LSrw3t   REFERENCES AND LINKS   Siggy Blonde Sig Rap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F25W1AIHbFQ   George Takei on "Galaxy Quest" (bottom of page) - https://web.archive.org/web/20090325230032/http://www.scifi.com/startrek/takei/takei2.html    William Shatner on "Galaxy Quest" - (10th question down) https://web.archive.org/web/20020414185202/http://www.startrek.com/community/transcripts/shatner_110801.asp   “Dig It” Holes Rap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7apFhfAi0HE   Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com!

Higher, further, faster! It’s Film Loop NOW where we loop FORWARD in time to talk about the movies we love right now! Join Darian and Victor as they talk about Brie Larson’s explosive entry into the MCU and do the Skrull Twist! Thanos beware, this Captain is a force to be reckoned with! Spoilers abound… YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!

Panthers and Revolutions! It’s Film Loop Oscar Week! In this third and final installment, Darian and Victor discuss the Best Picture nominees of 2018, and reveal their picks for who’ll take home the big award! We’re breaking down last year’s top films before you tune in to Hollywood’s biggest night!   ANNOUNCEMENTS   2nd Annual Film Loop Oscar Pool The Oscar Pool is now closed! Thank you to everyone who participated this year! As soon as the Oscars award ceremony wraps up, we’ll get to tallying the results and announce the winner of the 2nd Annual Film Loop Oscar Pool! Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com!

The Oscars won’t have a host this year, but we’ve got two! It’s Film Loop Oscar Week! In this second part, Darian and Victor break down some of the top Oscar categories, and offer their predictions on who might win! Best Animated Feature, Best Cinematography, Acting categories, and much more are on the agenda. This is the best place to prep for the Oscars, so join us and listen in! ANNOUNCEMENTS   2nd Annual Film Loop Oscar Pool The Oscar Pool is now closed! Thank you to everyone who participated this year! As soon as the Oscars award ceremony wraps up, we’ll get to tallying the results and announce the winner of the 2nd Annual Film Loop Oscar Pool! REFERENCES AND LINKS   Darian and Victor’s Predictions for Winners of the 91st Academy Awards Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com!  

Avengers and cheddar goblins! It’s Film Loop Oscar Week! In this first part, Darian and Victor take a break from nostalgia and discuss their respective top ten films of 2018. Starting from ten, your hosts go down the list and offer up some surprises and shocks. Who says the Academy owns the monopoly on best picture? Join us and see if your top ten films of 2018 match ours! ANNOUNCEMENTS   2nd Annual Film Loop Oscar Pool The Oscar Pool is now closed! Thank you to everyone who participated this year! As soon as the Oscars award ceremony wraps up, we’ll get to tallying the results and announce the winner of the 2nd Annual Film Loop Oscar Pool! REFERENCES AND LINKS   Darian and Victor’s Top Ten Films of 2018 Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com!

Gumshoes for hire and getaway drivers! It’s the L.A. Edition of Film Loop! Darian and Victor discuss their various exploits in the City of Angels. Then, Victor begins with Roman Polanski’s 1974 seminal noir film, “Chinatown.” Darian follows up with the 2011 Ryan Gosling helmed neo-noir film “Drive." Take a trip with us along the cinematic PCH, won’t you?   ANNOUNCEMENTS Second Annual Film Loop Oscar Pool Enter here: https://goo.gl/forms/Gomvqfmu55PL836i1   Film Loop: Season 2 Spotify Playlist Picks   Darian’s Pick “Nightcall” Kavinsky feat. Lovefoxxx Victor’s Pick “Love Theme from Chinatown (Main Title)” Jerry Goldsmith   Listen here: https://spoti.fi/2LSrw3t REFERENCES AND LINKS Anatomy of a Scene: Drive - https://www.nytimes.com/2011/09/16/movies/drive-with-ryan-gosling-review.html   New York Times Critic’s Picks: Chinatown - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=acB78SkO80A   Chinatown: Exploring The Greatest Screenplay of All Time - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_HTti2NjgA Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com!

Heroes walk among us! It’s Film Loop NOW where we loop FORWARD in time to talk about the movies we love right now! Director M. Night Shyamalan returns to conclude his Eastrail 177 Trilogy with “Glass”! Darian and Victor split opinions on this one as they get into Mr. McAvoy’s multiple performances and count how many Philly landmarks they recognized! Don’t get fragile. Join us! Spoilers abound… YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!

Talking beasts and single serving friends! It’s the book adaptation episode of Film Loop! Darian and Victor crack open their past as avid readers. Then, Darian begins with 2005’s “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe,” and Victor starts the next chapter with 1999’s “Fight Club.” Don’t judge this episode by its cover. Turn the page and join us! ANNOUNCEMENTS Film Loop: Season 2 Spotify Playlist Picks   Darian’s Pick “Wunderkind” Alanis Morissette Victor’s Pick “Where is My Mind?” Pixies     Listen here: https://spoti.fi/2LSrw3t REFERENCES AND LINKS Hooked On Phonics!   The GenXers Guide to Millennial Scholastic Book Fairs   CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien   Brad Pitt and Edward Norton talk about Fight Club: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VaA6_CDRyY   Joe Rogan and Chuck Palahniuk talk about writing and Fight Club’s most infamous line: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-Ha1FHlRPE Film Loop is a movie podcast hosted by Victor De Anda (a GenXer) and Darian Davis (a Millennial). Every episode, each host picks one movie from their past to share with the other, and together they debate and ruminate over their favorite moments as the generations collide! To stay in the loop, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @filmloopshow, show your love by rating and reviewing us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2M1jQuR, and visit us at www.filmloopshow.com!