Films which depict one of the most common and popular drugs in society today have a long and varied history in film. You all know which plant-based product we're talking about; that's right, it's the Devil's Lettice, the Sin Spinach, the Haitian Oregano: marijuana. From the early days of film with Reefer Madness to the modern-day Pineapple Express, Mary Jane has been a gateway into so many stories from Hollywood. But, are these films great and stand the test of time, or will they, like so many blunts, go up in smoke? Join Jonny, Gary, and Matt this week as we discuss Stoner Films!

The wide world of sports has captured the hearts of many film fans over the generations with their underdog stories of triumph over adversity. Why do these appeal to us so much, and what are the best ones? Join Jonny, Gary and Neil as we delve into that this week and create our Mount Rushmore +1. Special guest this week is Jon Esquivel.

How does one overcome the struggles of creating an award-winning short film by themselves? From writing a personal story, to fundraising, to flying to a foreign country and relying on actors and technicians half a world away to make your vision come to life, these are just a few of the things needed to have success. Join Jonny, Neil and Gary as we take a deep dive into the work of award winning short film creator and our special guest this week Kate Surinskaya as she talks about her upcoming film Parallels.You can find and follow along with Kate on her social media pages:Instagram - @KateSurinskayaYouTube -  @katesurinskaya  Website - www.iamkatemedia.netUpcoming projects - www.iamkatemedia.net/future-films

How does one rise up among the large groups of people who are seeking fame and fortune to be one of the fortunate who succeed? It takes a lot of skill, a heaping pile of luck, and, perhaps, looking to the numbers and stats of the fans you get in order to build off that triumph. Staying true to yourself will take you farther than constantly remolding yourself. Joining us this week is special guest John Edmonds Kozma with Bang Productions, Inc. on how he seeks out talent and how he promotes them on social media.Check out John Edmonds Kozma at http://www.bangproductionstv.com/

You're watching a movie and suddenly, the whole meaning of the plot changes in a second, totally changing your view of what has transpired. Throughout history, films have used plot twists to pull the rug out from under their audiences to make them question everything they thought they knew of the script. But, sometimes these are done more successfully than others, and when they go wrong, it can be detrimental. Join Jonny and Gary this week as we discuss this exciting topic. Joining us this week are special guest Ian Webb of various hit podcasts!

Throughout the ages of television, the drama has grown and evolved, much like a Pokémon. From the classics of the mid 20th century, through the blossoming of the golden age of dramatic tv in the early part of the 21st, the scope and budget may have enlarged, but has the quality? That is the question we aim to explore on this episode of I Don't Give a Flick! Join Jonny, Neil and Gary and we carve our way through this exciting topic.

With Halloween quickly approaching, ghosts and ghouls begin to come out of the woodwork and roam the world of the living. But, how did we get here? Join Jonny and Gary this week as we explore the path of the damned, from the 1960s through today. Special guests this week are Ian Webb of the hit podcast Cult & Trash Horror Movie Grind, Jacob Johnson of the hit podcast Jacob and Rhys Vs. Evil, and Jackie Fegter, a TV and Film producer and horror aficionado.

A dark night cloaks the city. The streets run rampant with crime as the citizens cry out for a hero. No, we're not talking about New York City, we're talking about Gotham, and the hero that answers the call is the Batman. Since his creation in 1939, Batman has been a staple of comic books. With movies stretching back six decades, the Caped Crusader has had several different iterations over the years, from Adam West to the guy from Twilight. Join Jonny and Gary as we discuss the first part of his film portrayals. Special guests this week are Ian Webb of the hit podcast Cult & Trash Horror Movie Grind, Jacob Johnson of the hit podcast Jacob and Rhys vs. Evil, and comic book aficionado Thomas Elmore.

The Academy Award for Best Picture often goes to films that most people... wouldn't agree with. But once in awhile, the Academy does actually pick the best picture of the year (for example, in 1991 when Dances with Wolves beat out Godfellas). Join Jonny, Neil and Gary this week as we discuss what makes a good Academy candidate and what our Mount Rushmore Plus One (C) is. Joining us this week is special guest Ian Webb. Grab your popcorn and enjoy the show, because this one has video!

"To be, or not to be? That is the question." Well, no, that's not really the question today. Today's question is about what are existential films and how do they affect us as filmgoers? What does it mean to have a film which discusses the nature of life and the meanings behind it? And do people watch these movies at all? That is the question we attempt to answer on today's episode! Please join Jonny, Neil, and Gary as we tackle this topic. Special guests this week are Ian Webb and Bob Peck!

Singing, dancing, long run-times. All are staples of movie musicals. But what makes a film musical? And what makes them truly exceptional? And why do some of them sing everything while some of them have very limited musical scores? Why do I have so much treble writing a blurb for podcasts? Join Jonny, Neil and Gary this week as we discuss these and other issues. Special guests this week are the astoundingly talented Meg Steiner and Kat Leidlein.

This one goes out to all the ladies! During season 1, we looked at our best actors of all time and we are excited to follow that up with a look at the greatest actresses on the silver screen throughout the years.  Join Jonny and Gary as we suss out what makes a great actress, makes them unforgettable, and marks their performances throughout all of time. It is a difficult job to do, so we enlisted the assistance of two Austin-based actresses to help us out: Kaci Beeler and Kimberly Watson.

No one can be told what the Matrix is. Well, to us, that’s a lot of hogwash! Just in time for the release of the fourth installment in the Matrix franchise, Resurrections, we are jacking into the story and significance of the Matrix movies. Join Jonny, Neil, and Gary as we put on our black sunglasses, black shirts, black jackets, black pants, black boots and, although you never see it we are going to assume black underwear, and explore the Desert of the Real! Special guests this week include Ian Webb, Lucas Herr, and the Merovingian Man himself, Michael Payne.

"Lights. Camera. Action!" How do you know you're on an indie film set? When you're the one doing all three jobs. Small-budget films are some of the most interesting and dynamic movies ever made, using shoestring budgets cobbled together from life savings, borrowed funds, and a little bit of credit card shell games, these works of heart are done by film makers who puttheir all on the line for the stories they wish to tell. Join Jonny, Neil and Gary this week as we delve into the world of independent film making. This week's special guests are three indie film makers Neil McCay, Matt Strand-Jordan and Polaris Banks who offer their take on what it takes to wear the many hats of the small budget but big dream film-maker. Follow Matt on Instagram at Matt.ST.18Follow Neil on Instagram at Neil.McCayFollow Polaris on Instagram at Red Claw Movie

"If you don't take the chance, you'll never know what could have been." The quote by Brad Turnbull is apt for movie studios in the 2020s. So many of the films created are remakes or "soft" reboots of prior successes. Is this something which is good for the industry and allow new talented people to leave their mark on a story, or is this a safe copout that studios take to avoid the risks of putting something new out? Join Jonny, Neil and Gary this week as we tackle this very question. Truth be told, we kinda get off topic a little bit during this one, but it's all good guys; you get to hear the story of one of our guests who was nearly beaten to death by a street gang! Joining us this week are our special guests Mitch Miller and Kimberly Watson!

Tonight we talk about the ghouls and ghosts and things that go bump in the night: horror movies! What makes a scary movie and what are some of our favorite genres and films? Join Jonny, Neil and Gary this week as we build our Mount Rushmore +1 (c) of horror movies!

Ah, the time of Halloween. What a special moment in everyone's life once a year where you can dress up in crazy outfits and not be thought a freak. There are so many popular films which terrify and bewilder us at this time of year and have made an indelible mark on the landscape of film, but how can we break this gigantic genre of horror down into smaller groups to better understand it? That's the question we ask this week! Join Jonny and Gary and we delve into this spooky question. Special guests this week are Ian Webb of the hit podcast Cult & Trash Horror Movie Grind, Bee Dubs a cult-film connoisseur, and Tony Vespe a Texas-based actor & film enthusiast! Get your freak on people! #podcasting #horrormovies #cultclassic #idontgiveaflick #moviessobadtheyregood #halloween2021 #horrorfilm #scarymovie #goregrind #scaryhours #horrorcommunity #horrorfan

The career of M. Night Shyamalan has been one of starting at the top and falling to the very depths of memeory. But, much like his film style, is there a Renaissance or twist for him going forward? His work on The Sixth Sense, Unbreakable, and Signs brought the previously unknown director into the spotlight, but did that spotlight prove too much for the young Shyamalan and cause him to wilt under the pressure of his previous successes? Overarching in the story of M. Night has been his faith in himself and he has proven time and again that he is always willing to gamble on himself against all odds. Join Jonny, Neil and Gary as we tackle this tale of woe and, perhaps, redemption. Joining us this week is special guest Michael Payne, popular film enthusiast!... or something like that. I was pretty drunk when we recorded it.

From the earliest days of television, sitcoms (short for situational comedies) have been a staple of programming available. People love to sit back, relax, and let their minds enjoy some light-hearted laughter as they watch actors in situations sometimes nearly beyond belief. But why do we still after more than 70 years of television still love these shows? From the Honeymooners to I Love Lucy to Parks and Recreation and the Office, these shows have captured attention and advertising dollars successfully. Join Jonny, Neil, and Gary this week as we delve into this beloved genre for a deep discussion.

Today we discuss a group of elites who are extraordinarily out of touch with the people they supposedly serve. No, not politicians: film critics. As the decades have continued on, the chasm of disparity between what critics like and what their audiences enjoy has only widened. Websites such as Rotten Tomatoes and IMDB have begun listing not only what the aggregate of the critics' score is, but also what the audience rates it too overall, and those difference can be quite large indeed. Join Jonny, Neil, and Gary this week as your tried and true trio of troublemakers critique the current state of film critics.