Episode 30 – We Do Our Own Stunts – New Fist of Fury (1976)

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Jackie Chan finally gets his shot at being the new Bruce Lee in Lo Wei’s direct sequel to his original martial arts masterpiece FIST OF FURY. But is the oft-quoted story about Chan’s failure at becoming a Chinese superman true, or is reality a bit more complex? On this episode of WE DO OUR OWN STUNTS we examine how the plot and purpose of NEW FIST OF FURY has been a bit misrepresented, a fact compounded by a 1980 re-edit that puts Jackie Chan front and center. Let’s check it out!

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Episode 29 – Cinema Fantastica – Soo (2007) & Epitaph (2007)

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On this episode of Cinema Smorgasbord presents Cinema Fantastica we travel back to the 2008 Philadelphia Film Festival and two Korean films that played at their DANGER AFTER DARK program. We start with the brutally violent revenge drama SOO, featuring Ji Jin-hee as a mob enforcer who has to pose as his own cop twin brother to track down his brother’s killer. Then we chat about EPITAPH, a Gothic anthology horror film from the Jung Brothers. WHICH FILM IS BETTER? Let us know!

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Episode 28 – Forgotten Gems? – Medicine For Melancholy (2008)

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A triumphant return for Cinema Smorgasbord after a week hiatus, and we bring with us both tales of Liam moving his family to a new state, as well as Barry Jenkins’ first feature film: the 2008 romantic-drama Medicine For Melancholy. Starring Wyatt Cenac and Tracey Heggins, the movie traces the aftermath of a one-night-stand as two characters wander San Francisco and discuss relationships, race and gentrification. But is it a forgotten gem? Listen and find out!

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Episode 27 – Whatever Happened To Vic Diaz? – Yamashita: The Tiger’s Treasure (2001)

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On this week’s Whatever Happened To Vic Diaz? we look at Vic’s final film: the somewhat controversial Yamashita: The Tiger’s Treasure from 2001! Enjoy the exciting(?) exploits of Jobert and his grandfather as they track down trillions in gold hidden by the Japanese during WWII, while an aged Japanese general (played by Vic Diaz) is hot on their trail. Except it’s much worse than that sounds! Let’s check it out.

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Episode 24 – The Films of John Singleton – Boyz N The Hood (1991) & Abduction (2011)

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Recognizing that despite the varied lineup of podcasts on the Cinema Smorgasbord network we didn’t have one devoted to a black filmmaker we’ve decided to launch The Films of John Singleton, a short-term podcast project covering the entire filmography of the late director. On our first episode we examine Singleton’s first and last films, starting with the incredible Boyz n The Hood (for which he became the first black director to be nominated for Best Director at the Oscars, as well as being the youngest ever nominee) followed by the Taylor Lautner action vehicle Abduction from 2011.

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Episode 22 – Eric Roberts is the Man Redux – The Code of Cain (2016) (/w Robert Skvarla)

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A Belarusian government-funded propaganda action film featuring Sally Kirkland and ERIC ROBERTS? That sort of thing is par for the course on Eric Roberts is the Man REDUX. On this episode we’re joined by writer/podcaster Robert Skvarla to talk about male enhancement, smoking pot, JOKER, and 2016’s THE CODE OF CAIN. All that and the latest Eric Roberts news, so why not listen?

This episode’s guest is writer and podcaster Robert Skvarla! Follow him on Twitter @RobertSkvarla, and check out the Evil Eye podcast here.

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Episode 21 – Praising Kane – Carnal Knowledge (1971)

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Our chronological exploration of the films of Carol Kane continues on PRAISING KANE! On this episode we’re looking at Mike Nichols’ controversial comedy-drama CARNAL KNOWLEDGE starring Jack Nicholson, Art Garfunkle, Candice Bergen, and Ann-Margret (and also, briefly, Carol Kane). The sexual politics of the early 70s is laid bare, but is it revealing? Or simply misogynistic? Let’s talk about it!

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Episode 20 – Forgotten Gems? – Scene of the Crime (1986)

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While Scene of the Crime was nominated for the Palme d’Or at Cannes it’s fallen into relative obscurity in the decades since, despite starring Catherine Deneuve and being directed by the legendary André Téchiné (and co-written by Olivier Assayas!). On this episode of FORGOTTEN GEMS our hosts try to work out why films are sometimes forgotten, and whether SCENE OF THE CRIME is worthy of rediscovery. Let’s check it out!

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Episode 19 – We Do Our Own Stunts – All In The Family (1975)

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Jackie Chan having SEX! Wait, come back! Yes, it’s Jackie Chan’s notorious “porno” film, except it’s really just a silly comedy that throws a little nudity and light thrusting into the final half hour. ALL IN THE FAMILY has nothing to do with Archie Bunker, but it has a LOT to do with squabbling families, gambling, rickshaw drivers and virginity tests. There’s no martial arts, but there IS a bit where Jackie Chan gets a broken sternum due to SEX! Let’s check it out!

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Episode 18 – Cinema Fantastica – Barking Dogs Never Bite (2000) vs. Paul Is Dead (2000)

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CINEMA FANTASTICA returns with a look at the 2001 Slamdance Film Festival! In this episode we pit Bong Joon-ho’s debut feature BARKING DOGS NEVER BITE against the German Beatles-adoring coming of age film PAUL IS DEAD! Two very worthwhile films, but WHICH REIGNS SUPREME? Listen and let us know!

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