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Happy Birthday to Mike Malloy! Hear him on our episode about THE BIG GUNDOWN https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/2021/07/episode-529-big-gundown-1968.html

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In this episode of The Shabby Detective, Mike and Chris take a diplomatic detour into A Case of Immunity, where political protocol, palace intrigue, and murder collide. Columbo finds himself navigating foreign immunity laws and velvet robes as he tries to outwit a slippery embassy official (Héctor Elizondo) with a taste for treason. The guys break down the episode's unique tone, the curious case of Sal Mineo, and the appearance of Jeff Goldblum. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-case-of-immunity--65005020

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Mike White March keeps the pain train rolling with License to Wed (2007), a so-called romantic comedy that tests the limits of both love and audience patience. Chris Stachiw and Mike White are once again joined by screenwriter and podcaster Richard Hatem to dissect this cringeworthy concoction, in which Robin Williams plays a meddling minister who puts an engaged couple (Mandy Moore and John Krasinski) through a series of increasingly bizarre and invasive "premarital challenges." From robot babies to relationship sabotage, License to Wed feels less like a comedy and more like a cry for help. Is this Williams at his most unhinged, or is the film simply cursed from the altar on down? The trio dives into the chaos to find out—so say a prayer and press play. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/license-to-wed--65004480

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#PitchMeeting for The Electric State: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6ANuHOGebk&ab_channel=PitchMeeting

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Episode 735: Blood and Diamonds (1977) Guest Co-Hosts: Jedidiah Ayres, Ryan Luis Rodriguez The Projection Booth’s Patreon Picks series charges ahead with Blood and Diamonds (1977), a gritty crime saga from Fernando Di Leo. Claudio Cassinelli stars as Guido Mauri, a man fresh out of prison and ready to settle old scores in a world where loyalty is a fleeting illusion. As Guido cuts a ruthless path through former allies, betrayal and bloodshed go hand in hand. Host Mike White is joined by crime fiction aficionado Jedidiah Ayres and podcast favorite Ryan Luis Rodriguez to dissect this pulpy revenge tale, discussing Di Leo’s signature style, the film’s place in the Eurocrime pantheon, and why Blood and Diamonds deserves a closer look. Episode 735: Blood and Diamonds (1977) Guest Co-Hosts: Jedidiah Ayres, Ryan Luis Rodriguez The Projection Booth’s Patreon Picks series charges ahead with Blood and Diamonds (1977), a gritty crime saga from Fernando Di Leo. Claudio Cassinelli stars as Guido Mauri, a man fresh out of prison and ready to settle old scores in a world where loyalty is a fleeting illusion. As Guido cuts a ruthless path through former allies, betrayal and bloodshed go hand in hand. Host Mike White is joined by crime fiction aficionado Jedidiah Ayres and podcast favorite Ryan Luis Rodriguez to dissect this pulpy revenge tale, discussing Di Leo’s signature style, the film’s place in the Eurocrime pantheon, and why Blood and Diamonds deserves a closer look. Episode 735: Blood and Diamonds (1977) Guest Co-Hosts: Jedidiah Ayres, Ryan Luis Rodriguez The Projection Booth’s Patreon Picks series charges ahead with Blood and Diamonds (1977), a gritty crime saga from Fernando Di Leo. Claudio Cassinelli stars as Guido Mauri, a man fresh out of prison and ready to settle old scores in a world where loyalty is a fleeting illusion. As Guido cuts a ruthless path through former allies, betrayal and bloodshed go hand in hand. Host Mike White is joined by crime fiction aficionado Jedidiah Ayres and podcast favorite Ryan Luis Rodriguez to dissect this pulpy revenge tale, discussing Di Leo’s signature style, the film’s place in the Eurocrime pantheon, and why Blood and Diamonds deserves a closer look. Episode 735: Blood and Diamonds (1977) Guest Co-Hosts: Jedidiah Ayres, Ryan Luis Rodriguez The Projection Booth’s Patreon Picks series charges ahead with Blood and Diamonds (1977), a gritty crime saga from Fernando Di Leo. Claudio Cassinelli stars as Guido Mauri, a man fresh out of prison and ready to settle old scores in a world where loyalty is a fleeting illusion. As Guido cuts a ruthless path through former allies, betrayal and bloodshed go hand in hand. Host Mike White is joined by crime fiction aficionado Jedidiah Ayres and podcast favorite Ryan Luis Rodriguez to dissect this pulpy revenge tale, discussing Di Leo’s signature style, the film’s place in the Eurocrime pantheon, and why Blood and Diamonds deserves a closer look. Episode 735: Blood and Diamonds (1977) Guest Co-Hosts: Jedidiah Ayres, Ryan Luis Rodriguez The Projection Booth’s Patreon Picks series charges ahead with Blood and Diamonds (1977), a gritty crime saga from Fernando Di Leo. Claudio Cassinelli stars as Guido Mauri, a man fresh out of prison and ready to settle old scores in a world where loyalty is a fleeting illusion. As Guido cuts a ruthless path through former allies, betrayal and bloodshed go hand in hand. Host Mike White is joined by crime fiction aficionado Jedidiah Ayres and podcast favorite Ryan Luis Rodriguez to dissect this pulpy revenge tale, discussing Di Leo’s signature style, the film’s place in the Eurocrime pantheon, and why Blood and Diamonds deserves a closer look. https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/2025/03/episode-735-blood-and-diamonds-1977.html

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#RIP Wings Hauser https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/2011/06/episode-15-art-of-dying-1991.html

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Fernando Di Leo’s Blood and Diamonds (1977) delivers Eurocrime thrills! Mike White, Jedidiah Ayres & Ryan Luis Rodriguez break it down. https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/2025/03/episode-735-blood-and-diamonds-1977.html

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The journey through Barney Miller is nearing its grand finale, and what better way to mark the occasion than with a true legend of the 12th Precinct? This episode welcomes none other than Max Gail, the man behind the beloved, big-hearted, and often exasperated Detective Stanley Wojciehowicz. Max takes us beyond the squad room, sharing insights into his remarkable career, his passionate advocacy for Native American rights, and how those efforts connected to the episode Bones. Meanwhile, Mike and Chris dissect some of the final character-driven moments of the series, diving into Old Love, a poignant farewell to Dietrich’s story arc, and Altercation, where Harris gets his own sendoff. As the end of Barney Miller looms, we celebrate the show’s rich legacy, its impact, and the actors who made it so unforgettable. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-55-old-love-altercation-bones--64851209

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Happy Birthday to Renoly Santiago! Hear him on our HACKERS episode: https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/2013/07/episode-123-hackers.html

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Mike White March rolls on, dragging Chris Stachiw deeper into the depths of Robin Williams' cinematic misfires! This time, RV (2006) sputters into the spotlight—a Barry Sonnenfeld-directed road trip comedy that desperately wants to be National Lampoon’s Vacation but barely makes it out of the driveway. Williams stars as a workaholic dad who drags his reluctant family on an RV adventure, only to find himself locked in a battle against sewage mishaps, corporate deadlines, and the ever-affable Jeff Daniels. Screenwriter Richard Hatem joins Mike and Chris to break down the film’s chaotic energy, mismatched humor, and whether RV deserves to be parked in the junkyard of bad Robin Williams flicks. Buckle up—it’s going to be a bumpy ride! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/rv--64824664

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#PitchMeeting for Back to the Future III https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7iViT-VOUc&ab_channel=PitchMeeting

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Remember Glenne Headley on her birthday with our episode on MAKING MR. RIGHT: https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/2017/03/episode-313-making-mr-right-1987.html

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Happy Birthday to Sam Firstenberg! Hear him talk about his memoir: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-report-stories-from-the-trenches-the-official-sam-firstenberg-book--49340680

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Mike White March returns, bringing another round of cinematic torment to Kulturecast host Chris Stachiw! This year, Mike has chosen a particularly perplexing path: a deep dive into the lesser films of Robin Williams. First up is Jack (1996), Francis Ford Coppola’s baffling blend of schmaltz and existential horror. Williams stars as a 10-year-old boy trapped in the body of a 40-year-old man, desperately trying to navigate schoolyard politics while grappling with the inevitability of his rapidly approaching mortality. Is it a heartwarming coming-of-age tale or a nightmare disguised as family-friendly whimsy? Tune in as Chris and Mike attempt to make sense of this oddity, one awkward life lesson at a time. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jack--64709000

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Happy Birthday to Rob Cohen! Hear him on our episode about THE RUNNING MAN: https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/2017/09/special-report-running-man-1987.html

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Happy Birthday to El Goro! Hear him on our SECRET OF NIMH episode: https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/2019/08/episode-427-secret-of-nimh-1982.html

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Happy Birthday to Dean Cundey! Hear him on our BLACK SHAMPOO episode: https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/2013/12/episode-146-black-shampoo.html