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Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, we're joined by Brotastic Nerdom's Keith Rhodes to talk Nintendo games turned movies while we play "Mario Kart: Double Dash" on the Nintendo Gamecube. We run the old school adaptations from "Super Mario Bros." starring Bob Hoskins as Mario, John Leguizamo as Luigi and Dennis Hopper as Bowser to "Double Dragon" starring Scott Wolf "Party Of Five" to Fred Savage in "The Wizard." We also do our "soft" launch of GamingFad.com talking a few of our favorite and least favorite Nintendo games of all time. Before that, we Ryan tells you where to find the BEST gaming deals VIDEO GAME DEALS FEB 12-18: DEAD RISING 4, GEARS OF WAR 4, AMIIBO SALE, AND MORE and Pooya explains WHY MATT REEVES DIRECTING “THE BATMAN” COULD SAVE THE DCEU for the SPEED ROUND! Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 128. Ryan: With our special guest, half of Brotastic Nerdom, Keith Rhodes. Pooya: Today, we'll slide on our power gloves and power on virtual boys... Rya

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, we celebrate the upcoming Valentine's Day holiday with our picks for the very WORST romantic films ever made. We point Cupid's arrow at the flimsiest plots and down right mood-killing on-screen chemistries, naming out the some A-list actors that are surprisingly notorious for romantic flops. But first, in honor of our painfully passion-less subject matter, we do a brief scene read from the Mike Meyer's helmed "Love Guru." Before that, we briefly run through recent news talking how Danny Rand Shows Off His ‘Iron Fist’ In Netflix’s First Full Trailer and Jack Sparrow Gets Dirty For ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 5’ Extended Look Trailer, But Will The Movie Be Good? for our SPEED ROUND! Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 125 Ryan: With our special guest, speechless love guru, JD the Mime Pooya: Today, In honor of Valentine’s Day we’ll point Cupid's arrow at Movies about love... Ryan: as we talk movies that KILL the mood with With W

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, we discuss films based on true stories going through the film facts versus fiction. We kick things off with a script read from "Goodfellas" transitioning into a discussion on the film's factual basis. Ryan and Eric go through a variety of other films as well in multiple genres. Before that, we briefly discuss The Passing of the Great Mary Tyler Moore and a Marvel and Square Enix Team Up For Video Gamesfor our SPEED ROUND! How did you like the show? Which is YOUR favorite episode to date? We want to know YOUR opinion, so tell us in the comment section below. Episode Breakdown: Eric: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 126 Ryan: With our special celebrity guest, silent speaker, JD the Mime Eric: Today we’ll explore film adaptation true stories Ryan: as we put fact against fiction against some well known films Eric: You’ll hear all that and more so let’s get started… (Intro Music break) Current Events - The Passing of the Great Mary Tyler Moore and Marve

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, we pit actor against actor and character versus character for a "Who Played It Better" face-off we like to call Movie Showdown! From bouts like "Mad Max": Mel Gibson vs Tom Hardy to more unorthodox showdowns like Henry Cavill's "Man of Steel" versus Mark Ruffalo's Hulk, we place our bets and name a winner. Make sure to tune in and then call in to make a case for your picks on our FadCast hotline at (310) 651-8127 for your chance to have your comments featured on a future episode. But first, we read a thrilling scene from "Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade." Before that, we briefly discuss TIL: The Origin Of Princess Leia’s British Accent In "Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope" and Top 10 Funniest Poorly Explained Film Plots for our SPEED ROUND! How did you like the show? Which is YOUR favorite episode to date? We want to know YOUR opinion, so tell us in the comment section below. Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 125.   Ry

Episode Summary: [This week on the FadCast, we are joined by "Apple Of My Eye" actress Lindsay Lamb to talk about films that focus on overcoming disabilities. From "Finding Dory" to the Marvel on Netflix front-runner "Daredevil," we discuss film and television properties that revolve around characters who overcome their disabilities. Lindsay details her experience becoming an on-screen braille tutor, drawing inspiration from the real-life people the characters are based on, and so much more. We also talk about Lindsay's humble beginnings as a super heroine and her dreams of joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But first, Lindsay joins us for a sensory deprived scene read from the Al Pacino classic "Scent Of A Woman". Before that, we briefly discuss Tom Hardy Wants To Play James Bond If Christopher Nolan Directs and Margot Robbie Is A Spot On Tonya Harding In "I, Tonya" for our SPEED ROUND! Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 124 Ryan: With our special celebrity gue

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, we revisit the 2017 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards talking the best, the worst and the most controversial moments of the night. From the night's champion "La La Land" to the infamous Ryan Reynolds/Andrew Garfield "Kiss", We discuss the big winners of the evening, who we think got snubbed, funniest moments, some serious presenter gaffs, and implications of the awards on streaming media?! But first, we do a scene reading from last year's big Golden Globe Winner, 'The Revenant." Before that, we briefly discuss Zoe Saldana Confirms Gamora Is In ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ and John Constantine Is Back As Matt Ryan Gets CW Seed Series for our SPEED ROUND! Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 123. Ryan: With our special guest, JD the Mime! Pooya: Today we’ll re-live the 74th annual Golden Globes... Ryan: as we talk big winners, big losers and our favorite awkward moments. Pooya: You’ll hear all that and more so let’s get started! (In

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, FilmFad.com writer Eric stops by as we dive into the 2017 film slate and give our predictions for the best and worst films of the year. We jog through the list of sequels, prequels and reboots, but first, Eric joins us for a scene reading from "John Wick" in anticipation of the upcoming Keanu Reeves helmed sequel "John Wick: Chapter 2." Before that, we briefly discuss... ‘Wonder Woman’ Second International Trailer Shows More Themyscira and Derek’s Top 10 Best Movies of 2016 for our SPEED ROUND!  Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 122 Ryan: With our special guest, fellow FilmFad.com writer, Eric Pooya: Today we say look to the future at the 2017 film slate Ryan: as we make our picks of what will boom and what will bust at the box office Pooya: You’ll hear all that and more so let’s get started… (Intro Music break) Current Events - ‘Wonder Woman’ Second International Trailer Shows More Themyscira and Derek’s Top 10 Best Movi

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, FilmFad.com writer Eric stops in to run through the painfully long list of fallen actors in 2016. We briefly remember our favorite moments, quotes and quirks of everyone from Carrie Fisher ("Star Wars") to Alan Rickman ("Die Hard"). But first, Eric joins us for a scene reading from "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back" in memory of the late Princess Leia Organa. Before that, we briefly discuss... Home Alone: Why Kevin’s Dad DEFINITELY Did NOT Pay For Their Paris Vacation and The Top 4 Maybe/Maybe Not Christmas Movies for our SPEED ROUND!  Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 121 Ryan: With our special guest, fellow FilmFad.com writer, Eric Pooya: Today we say Rest In Peace to 2016 Ryan: as we remember the painfully long list of Hollywood’s Fallen Greats Pooya: You’ll hear all that and more so let’s get started…  (Intro Music break) Current Events - Home Alone: Why Kevin’s Dad DEFINITELY Did NOT Pay For Their Paris Vacation and

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, actress Eve Lindley stops by to talk films about hitting rock bottom and Katie Holmes' directorial debut "All We Had."  Eve talks about how she got into acting in the first place, coming from a very theatrical family, what it's like playing a victim of sexual assault and the fine line that filmmakers walk. Before that, we briefly discuss... New Action-Packed ‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ Trailer Takes Keanu Reeves Abroad and ‘Blade Runner 2049’ Teaser Trailer Premieres Showing Ryan Gosling In Full Trench Coat for our SPEED ROUND! Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 120 Ryan: With our special celebrity guest, from “All We Had” actresses Eve Lindley Pooya: Today we’ll explore the emotional recesses of the human condition... Ryan: as we talk indie films that show what it’s like to hit rock bottom Pooya: You’ll hear all that and more so let’s get started! (Intro Music break) Current Events - New Action-Packed ‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ T

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, writer/executive producer Mary Dixon swings by to talk demonic possession films and her feature "The Possession Experiment."  Mary explains why comedy can help horror films reach more audiences and advice to fledgling writers on how to prepare a script to keep a low budget and much more. Before that, Mary joins us for a scene read from The Wayan's terrifyingly funny 2001 horror-spoof "Scary Movie 2." But first, we briefly ponder... Review: Katie Holmes Hits Rock Bottom For ‘All We Had’ and 2017 Golden Globe Nominations Announced With ‘La La Land’ Leading The Pack for our SPEED ROUND! Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 119. Ryan: With our special celebrity guest, “The Possession Experiment” writer/executive producer, Mary Dixon! Pooya: Today we’ll embody the fine line between fear and darkly funny... Ryan: as we talk Horror Films that revolve around demonic possession. Pooya: You’ll hear all that and more so let’s get starte

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, writer/director Matthew Ross drops in to talk twisted romance films and his upcoming feature "Frank & Lola." Ross tells us what it's like meeting "Frank & Lola:" lead actor Michael Shannon, and where he lands on a scale from friendly to Zodd. We also talk how to accurately depict a five-star Las Vegas kitchen in action and shooting in busy and big-budget cities like Las Vegas and Paris on a budget. Before that, Matthew joins us for a scene read from Quentin Tarantino's "True Romance." But first, we briefly ponder... Does “Transformers: The Last Knight” Trailer Show Evil Optimus Prime? and Trailer: ‘The Circle’ Puts Tom Hanks And Emma Watson In A Social Media, Illuminati Type Thriller for our SPEED ROUND!  Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 118 Ryan: With special guest, writer/director of the critically acclaimed “Frank & Lola,” Matthew Ross Pooya: Today we’ll get romantic in an offbeat way Ryan: as we discuss Fra

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, leading voice actress Kari Wahlgren stops in to talk Voice Acting: 101 from anime to cartoons like "Rick and Morty" to video games like "Final Fantasy XV." We run through Kari's impressive catalogue of accomplishments touching on projects like "Samurai Champloo" and what it's like being DC animation's go-to voice for call girls. Before that, Kari joins us for a scene read from one of Kari's "SUPER" recent animated DC films, "Justice League vs Teen Titans." But first, we briefly talk  “Star Trek: Discovery” Casts Michelle Yeoh & Franchise’s First Gay Character and ‘Jason Bourne’ Sequel Possibilities Leave Little Room For ‘Bourne Legacy’ Continuation for our SPEED ROUND! Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 117 Ryan: With our special celebrity guest, leading voice actress, Kari Wahlgren Pooya: Today we’ll step in the booth talking voicing superheroes to video games Ryan: as we talk the how this super woman fits into the wor

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, Actor Andrey Ivchenko ("Transporter: The Series") drops in to talk the American action films with foreign villains. We also discuss his role as Red Erik alongside Vin Diesel in upcoming blockbuster "xXx: Return of Xander Cage" and some of the INSANE action sequences from the film that would land any lesser man in an early grave! Before we explode into our main topic we briefly talk about how ‘Stargate’ Reboot Cancelled With ‘Independence Day Resurgence’ Possibly To Blame and tease the Top 10 Actors Who’ve Played Multiple Comic Book Characters. But first, Andrey joins us for a script reading from the first precursor to his upcoming Diesel helmed action blockbuster "xXx." Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 116 Ryan: The villainous Red Erik from the upcoming "xXx: Return of Xander Cage," Andrey Ivchenko Pooya: Today we’ll expand our culture talking action films with a foreign presence Ryan: as we discuss unbelievable heroes, ou

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, Actor/Writer/Director/Producer Michael Nardelli ("Circle") returns to talk the Tech-Based Horror Genre. We discuss his upcoming Digital Horror Series "Dark/Web" as well as other notable films within the genre from "Scream" to "Unfriended." We briefly depart from the gruesomely digital discussion to talk about Nardelli's upcoming Hallmark channel film, "Christmas In Homestead." Before that, we talk about how Marvel And Fox Actually Worked Together For ‘Deadpool’ And ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ and the new R-Rated ‘Justice League Dark’ Trailer Is Out, And It’s AMAZING! for our SPEED ROUND. But first, Michael joins us for a script reading from the horror classic "Scream."  Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 115 Ryan: With our special celebrity guest, writer/producer of Digital Horror Series "Dark/Web,” Michael Nardelli Pooya: Today we’ll dial in to the fears spun from an increasingly interconnected high-speed world Ryan: a

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, Actor/Comedian Rhys Darby ("Flight Of The Conchords" and "Yes Man") from "Trolls" and "Hunt For The Wilderpeople" to talk films set in the great outdoors. Rhys gives us a behind the scenes look at big-budget voice acting, the music advice he gave to Justin Timberlake and what his life would be like if it wasn't for acting (and his wife). Before we hike into our main topic we talk Netflix’s ‘Stranger Things’ Season 2 Adds Sean Astin And Paul Reiser & Eddie Redmayne Could Have Been Kylo Ren In ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ for our SPEED ROUND, and Rhys joins us to reenact a scene from his upcoming independent film "Hunt For The Wilderpeople." Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast episode 114 Ryan: With our special celebrity guest, from the upcoming “Trolls" and “Hunt For The Wilderpeople,” Rhys Darby Pooya: Today we’ll discuss films in the wild touching upon some of Rhys’ more recent and upcoming films... Ryan: Spliced with a few fi

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, "Another WolfCop" writer/director Lowell Dean joins us to speak about staple Halloween movies and his upcoming "Dirtier and Harrier" sequel. But first we talk Tom Hardy Joins Josh Trank’s Al Capone Film and Uwe Boll Angrily Announces His Retirement for our SPEED ROUND and Lowell participates in our terrifying "A Nightmare On Elm Street" script read.  Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 113 Ryan: With our special celebrity guest, writer/director of "WolfCop" and The Upcoming "Another WolfCop," Lowell Dean Pooya: Today we’ll revel in the fear of innocence celebrating a Holiday drenched in blood and guts Ryan: as we talk staple Halloween movies that scare and prepare us for the spookiest time of year Pooya: muhahaha, You’ll hear all that and more so let’s get started… if you dare (Intro Music break) Current Events -  Tom Hardy Joins Josh Trank’s Al Capone Film and Uwe Boll Angrily Announces His Retirement  (2min) Script Read - "

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, "Stan Against Evil" star Janet Varney joins us to discuss some key horror comedies. But first we talk trouble for "Deadpool 2" to our Top 6 most brutal Eric Andre show moments and Janet joins us for a brilliant script reading of "Shaun of the Dead." Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 112 Ryan: With our special guest, from “Stan Against Evil," Janet Varney Pooya: Today we’ll talk Undead Horror Comedy movies Ryan: as we raise our boom sticks, board up pubs and Stan[d] against Evil Pooya: oh yeah, You’ll hear all that and more so let’s get started! (Intro Music break) Current Events - Tim Miller Exits “Deadpool 2” Over Ryan Reynolds Creative Differences & Top 6 Times Eric Andre Destroys His Guest... And It's Hilarious. (3min) Script Read - "Shaun of the Dead" (4min). Main Topic - Horror Comedy Movies and Undead Fun!  (30min) Do YOU want to be featured on an episode of the FadCast?! Well then, call the FadCast hotline at (

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, Rob Huebel joins us to discuss his film "Miss Stevens" and other indie dramadies. Recounting his lustrous career in acting, directing, writing, and more, we dive into his passions in the indie realm. He gives us the details on "Miss Stevens," gives his opinion on MTV based on his show "Human Giant," and reveals some hilarious moments behind-the-scenes in some of his iconic roles. How did you like the show? Which is YOUR favorite episode to date? We want to know YOUR opinion, so tell us in the comment section below. Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 111 Ryan: With our special guest, Actor/Writer/Director and co-star of “Miss Stevens,” Rob Huebel Pooya: Today we’ll talk indie films that fall into the realm of drama and comedy Ryan: as we discuss the love of these passion projects, including Rob Huebel’s role in “Miss Stevens” Pooya: oh yeah, You’ll hear all that and more so let’s get started! (Intro Music break) Current Event

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, Writer/Director Lee Kirk joins us to discuss his film "Ordinary World" and other movies that rock. From his most recent film starring Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong to inspirations like "Inside Llewyn Davis" and "8 Mile," we go into detail about the outcome of music and film colliding. But First, Lee joins us for a script reading of "Almost Famous" and before that we talk the hot news that came from New York Comic Con for our Speed Round. How did you like the show? Which is YOUR favorite episode to date? We want to know YOUR opinion, so tell us in the comment section below. Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 110 Ryan: With our special guest, Writer/Director of "Ordinary World," Lee Kirk Pooya: Today we’ll talk movies that ROCK Ryan: as we discuss films that center around ROCK AND ROLL! Pooya: oh yeah, You’ll hear all that and more so let’s get started! (Intro Music break) Current Events - Wonder Woman 77 Animated Film

Episode Summary: This week on the FadCast, Brotastic Nerd and local Caped Crusader of Cosplay Keith joins us to talk the past present and future of team-based Superhero movies. From the adoptive home dynamic of X-Men, to the family feel of 'Fantastic Four' to the unlikely team ups of 'the Avengers,'  'Guardians of the Galaxy,' and the forthcoming 'Justice League' we pit team versus team to see what makes these superheroes cinematically stick together. But First, Keith joins us for a very "HOT" script reading of 'Fantastic Four' and before that we talk the latest details surrounding Netflix's 'Punisher' and 'Iron Fist' for our Speed Round.  Episode Breakdown: Pooya: You are listening to FilmFad.com’s FadCast Episode 109 Ryan: With our special guest, Brotastic Nerd, Keith Pooya: Today we’ll talk Superhero team movies Ryan: as we discuss everything from the family dynamic of Fantastic Four to the unlikely team ups of the 'Avengers' and 'Justice League' Pooya: oh yeah, You’ll hear all that and more so let’s get