https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-film-fan--6137636enTV & FilmCopyright KTRH (KTRH-AM)https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/7e707e57544a06f6eeb8b072435d326a.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-film-fan--6137636Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:00:09 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)KTRH (KTRH-AM)feeds@spreaker.comA weekly deep dive for passionate film fans, including reviews, interviews and commentary on film topics.truede1ce134-5738-5f3c-ab6d-5eb4ac6d983depisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-wesley-downey-plays-the-desert-island-movie-quiz-with-passionate-fan--76083524If you were a guest, what three movies would you take if you knew you would be
stuck on an island for five years?

Brian is the father of one of John'svoice over students and a life long movie fanatic.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/76083524Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:00:05 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John welcomes Brian diStafano to the show to play the Deert Island Movie Show. If you were a guest, what three movies would you take if you knew you would be stuck on an island for five years? Brian is the father of one of John'svoice over students...If you were a guest, what three movies would you take if you knew you would be
stuck on an island for five years?

Brian is the father of one of John'svoice over students and a life long movie fanatic.]]>1020castaway,filmcritic,filmreviewer,johnwesleydowneyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rip-sir-patrick-stewart-and-unboxing-the-box-office-october-23-to-25--76082828This podcast begins with John Wesley Downey doing a top ten countdown from last weekend's box office ranging from Resident Evil to Wildwood and more.  After John finishes with the number one movie, he spends time talking about Sir Patrick Stewart who passed away this week at the age of 86.  John honors his memory and also tells a funny story about Sir Patrick when he was in the 1984 David Lynch movie of DUNE.  RIP Sir Patrick Stewart.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/76082828Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:30:11 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)This podcast begins with John Wesley Downey doing a top ten countdown from last weekend's box office ranging from Resident Evil to Wildwood and more.  After John finishes with the number one movie, he spends time talking about Sir Patrick Stewart who...This podcast begins with John Wesley Downey doing a top ten countdown from last weekend's box office ranging from Resident Evil to Wildwood and more.  After John finishes with the number one movie, he spends time talking about Sir Patrick Stewart who passed away this week at the age of 86.  John honors his memory and also tells a funny story about Sir Patrick when he was in the 1984 David Lynch movie of DUNE.  RIP Sir Patrick Stewart.]]>1061clayface,filmcritic,residentevil,ripsirpatrickstewart,sirpatrickstewart,stopmotionanimation,streetfighter,verity,whalefall,wildwoodfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-october-16-18-with-john-wesley-downey--75916753John Wesley Downey counTs down the top ten domestic box office (North American box office consisting of the United States and Canada) for the weekend of October 16 through the 18th..  The weekend held a divrse group of films ranging from animation, to a revenge thriller, to an Alaskan survival adventure, a conroversial documentary and a movie based on a vintage video game.  Plus a preview of a much anticipated stop motion  animation movie, WILD WOOD.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75916753Thu, 22 Oct 2026 07:04:41 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey counTs down the top ten domestic box office (North American box office consisting of the United States and Canada) for the weekend of October 16 through the 18th..  The weekend held a divrse group of films ranging from animation, to...John Wesley Downey counTs down the top ten domestic box office (North American box office consisting of the United States and Canada) for the weekend of October 16 through the 18th..  The weekend held a divrse group of films ranging from animation, to a revenge thriller, to an Alaskan survival adventure, a conroversial documentary and a movie based on a vintage video game.  Plus a preview of a much anticipated stop motion  animation movie, WILD WOOD.]]>1059falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-weslley-downey-reviews-digger-starring-tom-cruise--75915238https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75915238Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:39:51 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey went and saw Digger twice to give it a shot at a fair review.  His conclusion as to the value of the movie is a very mixed bag.  Give it a listen.589alejandroinitarittu,digger,filmcritic,johngoodman,movierevew,satire,tomcruise,woekagendafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-talks-about-the-movies-to-be-released-this-weekend-in-coming-attractions--75821229True Film Fan host John Wesley Downey gives listeners of the podcast a sneak preview of the movies to be rleased domestically in North America October 16 to theh 18th.  Most notable among them WHALEFALL, about a scuba diver tribute in the stomach of a sperm whale that weighs 80 tons.  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75821229Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:57:00 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)True Film Fan host John Wesley Downey gives listeners of the podcast a sneak preview of the movies to be rleased domestically in North America October 16 to theh 18th.  Most notable among them WHALEFALL, about a scuba diver tribute in the stomach of a...True Film Fan host John Wesley Downey gives listeners of the podcast a sneak preview of the movies to be rleased domestically in North America October 16 to theh 18th.  Most notable among them WHALEFALL, about a scuba diver tribute in the stomach of a sperm whale that weighs 80 tons.  ]]>633othermommy,senseandsensibility,streetfighter,videogame,whalefallfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-domestic-box-office-for-the-weekend-of-october-9-to-october-11--75821176Your True Film Fan host John Wesley Downey counts down from ten to one the domestic grosses of the top ten movies released in North America. from October 9 to 11.  Of particular note were the grosses of Digger, a disaster of epic proportions about a disaster of epic proportions, and the Brad Pitt adventure in Alaska which appears to have legs.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75821176Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:50:19 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)Your True Film Fan host John Wesley Downey counts down from ten to one the domestic grosses of the top ten movies released in North America. from October 9 to 11.  Of particular note were the grosses of Digger, a disaster of epic proportions about a...Your True Film Fan host John Wesley Downey counts down from ten to one the domestic grosses of the top ten movies released in North America. from October 9 to 11.  Of particular note were the grosses of Digger, a disaster of epic proportions about a disaster of epic proportions, and the Brad Pitt adventure in Alaska which appears to have legs.]]>536animation,bradpitt,digger,forgottenisland,heartofthebeast,jessicachastain,othermommy,primetime,robertpattinson,tomcruisefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-september-26-to-28-with-john-wesley-downey--75474948
Those movies include Daniel and the Firety Furnace, Practical Magic 2, Forgotten Island,
Primetime starring Robert Pattinson and Heart of the Beast starring Brad Pitt and finally
Resident Evil 6.  Lots of variety in this week's top 10.

John then goes on to announce the top ten list at the domestic box office,
beginning with number ten.  Counting down to number one.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75474948Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:14:13 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)First John talks about many of the releases on the top ten list at the box office. Those movies include Daniel and the Firety Furnace, Practical Magic 2, Forgotten Island, Primetime starring Robert Pattinson and Heart of the Beast starring Brad Pitt...
Those movies include Daniel and the Firety Furnace, Practical Magic 2, Forgotten Island,
Primetime starring Robert Pattinson and Heart of the Beast starring Brad Pitt and finally
Resident Evil 6.  Lots of variety in this week's top 10.

John then goes on to announce the top ten list at the domestic box office,
beginning with number ten.  Counting down to number one.

]]>1106avengersendgame,danielandthefieryfurnace,dreamworks,forgottenisland,heartofthebeast,practicalmagic2,primtetime,residentevil,resurrectionevilfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/review-of-coyote-vs-acme-by-justin-wilkins-and-john-wesley-downey--74806153It's finally arrived in theaters.  A movie that took a very difficult journey to theatres.  It's the Looney Tunes feature film, Coyote vs. Acme.  It's incredibly ironic that a movie about corporate treachery had to battle corporate treachery!  Animator Justin Wilkins and host John Wesley Downey review the movie on 950 KPRC and we have loaded the segment here on to the podcast.  Enjoy.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74806153Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:59:16 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)It's finally arrived in theaters.  A movie that took a very difficult journey to theatres.  It's the Looney Tunes feature film, Coyote vs. Acme.  It's incredibly ironic that a movie about corporate treachery had to battle corporate treachery! ...It's finally arrived in theaters.  A movie that took a very difficult journey to theatres.  It's the Looney Tunes feature film, Coyote vs. Acme.  It's incredibly ironic that a movie about corporate treachery had to battle corporate treachery!  Animator Justin Wilkins and host John Wesley Downey review the movie on 950 KPRC and we have loaded the segment here on to the podcast.  Enjoy.]]>813animation,controvery,coyotevsacme,filmcritic,filmreview,johncena,looneytunes,warnerbrosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/did-you-know-mel-brooks-made-a-comedy-called-the-twelve-chairs--74613609In 1970 writer-director Mel Brooks made a movie called THE TWELVE CHAIRS starring Ron Moody, Frank Langella, Dom Deluise and Brooks himself in a small role. It got minimal distribution. It was released between 1968's THE PRODUCERS (for which Brooks won an Academy Award for Best Screenplay) and his mega hit BLAZING SADDLES.  But the TWELVE CHAIRS, about two men pursuing diamonds in the 1930s in the Soviet Union sank with barely a trace.  John Wesley Downey tells you all about it in this True Film Fan podcast and may even know where you can watch it for free.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74613609Mon, 24 Aug 2026 02:55:35 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)In 1970 writer-director Mel Brooks made a movie called THE TWELVE CHAIRS starring Ron Moody, Frank Langella, Dom Deluise and Brooks himself in a small role. It got minimal distribution. It was released between 1968's THE PRODUCERS (for which Brooks...In 1970 writer-director Mel Brooks made a movie called THE TWELVE CHAIRS starring Ron Moody, Frank Langella, Dom Deluise and Brooks himself in a small role. It got minimal distribution. It was released between 1968's THE PRODUCERS (for which Brooks won an Academy Award for Best Screenplay) and his mega hit BLAZING SADDLES.  But the TWELVE CHAIRS, about two men pursuing diamonds in the 1930s in the Soviet Union sank with barely a trace.  John Wesley Downey tells you all about it in this True Film Fan podcast and may even know where you can watch it for free.]]>3713comedy,domdeluise,filmcritic,franklangella,greed,melbrooks,moviereview,screenwriting,thetwelvechairsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-the-end-of-oak-street-more-than-a-jurassic-park-ripoff--74612906A bunch of terrified people running around getting eaten by dinosaurs.  Sounds like Jurassic Park right?  True, but it also describes The End of Oak Street directed by David Robert Mitchell.  And somehow he has managed to breath fresh life and entertainment value into what could have been a predictable film we've seen before.  John Wesley Downey tells you all about the cast, the music and the effects and how the film stands on it's own two feet.  Or claws.  Or whatever. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74612906Mon, 24 Aug 2026 02:39:38 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)A bunch of terrified people running around getting eaten by dinosaurs.  Sounds like Jurassic Park right?  True, but it also describes The End of Oak Street directed by David Robert Mitchell.  And somehow he has managed to breath fresh life and...A bunch of terrified people running around getting eaten by dinosaurs.  Sounds like Jurassic Park right?  True, but it also describes The End of Oak Street directed by David Robert Mitchell.  And somehow he has managed to breath fresh life and entertainment value into what could have been a predictable film we've seen before.  John Wesley Downey tells you all about the cast, the music and the effects and how the film stands on it's own two feet.  Or claws.  Or whatever. ]]>433annehathaway,christianconvery,davidrorbertmitchell,filmcritic,industriallightandmagic,jurasssicpark,michaelgiachinno,moviereviewr,screenweriter,specialeffect,specialeffects,theendofoakstreetfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-two-of-hollywood-s-most-iconic-movie-studios-moving-to-texas--74604044https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74604044Sun, 23 Aug 2026 22:53:36 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)For over one hundred years Los Angeles and Hollywood have been the epicenter of the entertainment industy, movies, music and TV.  Studios, production companies, the big talent agencies, the guilds and unions all in one place.  But the times they are...701austintexas,californiataation,corporatemerger,davidellison,paramount,skydance,warnerbrothers,warnerstudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-a-summer-for-the-ages-special-commentary-by-jwd--74603093True Film fan's John Wesley Downey reports on one of the most diversified, surprising and lucreative box office summers of a ll time in this special commentary.  John gives prespective and opinion on the various forces shaping box office attendance this summer with a particular emphasis on the variety available to audiences of all ages and tastes.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74603093Sun, 23 Aug 2026 22:28:38 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)True Film fan's John Wesley Downey reports on one of the most diversified, surprising and lucreative box office summers of a ll time in this special commentary.  John gives prespective and opinion on the various forces shaping box office attendance...True Film fan's John Wesley Downey reports on one of the most diversified, surprising and lucreative box office summers of a ll time in this special commentary.  John gives prespective and opinion on the various forces shaping box office attendance this summer with a particular emphasis on the variety available to audiences of all ages and tastes.]]>537backrooms,boxoffice,cinemacommentary,filmcritic,moviereviewer,obsession,thecoyotevsacme,theendofoakstreet,themandeloorianandgrogu,theodyssey,toystory5falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-sixteen-year-old-gen-alpha-surprises-john-with-her-unexpected-desert-island-movie-choices--73605389A sixteen year old girl, a Gen Alpha, tells John her three movie choices for if she was ever stranded on a desert island for a few years and could have three movies to watch.  The choices are sophisticated and far ranging.  A film fanatic since she was a little girl, Anna's Dad encouraged her interest in cinema.  If you'd like to be on in this segment of the 950 KPRC Movie Show and tell John your Desert Island Movie choices, email John at JohnDowney2@iheartmediia.com  John first met Anna when she took voice over coaching lessions from him and he was so impreseed, he decided to have her as a guest on the show.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73605389Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:07:48 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)A sixteen year old girl, a Gen Alpha, tells John her three movie choices for if she was ever stranded on a desert island for a few years and could have three movies to watch.  The choices are sophisticated and far ranging.  A film fanatic since she...A sixteen year old girl, a Gen Alpha, tells John her three movie choices for if she was ever stranded on a desert island for a few years and could have three movies to watch.  The choices are sophisticated and far ranging.  A film fanatic since she was a little girl, Anna's Dad encouraged her interest in cinema.  If you'd like to be on in this segment of the 950 KPRC Movie Show and tell John your Desert Island Movie choices, email John at JohnDowney2@iheartmediia.com  John first met Anna when she took voice over coaching lessions from him and he was so impreseed, he decided to have her as a guest on the show.]]>1003castaway,danceswithwolves,desertisland,grandbudapesthotel,ingloriousbasards,kevincostner,quentintaratino,tomhanks,weanderson,wesandersonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-july-31-to-august-2--73549811John Wesley Downey takes a look at this past weekend's dometic box office take achieved historic levels of success.  Spider Man Brand New Day and The Odyssey were the big winners but Toy Story 5 continues to earn big money as well.  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73549811Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:20:20 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey takes a look at this past weekend's dometic box office take achieved historic levels of success.  Spider Man Brand New Day and The Odyssey were the big winners but Toy Story 5 continues to earn big money as well.  John Wesley Downey takes a look at this past weekend's dometic box office take achieved historic levels of success.  Spider Man Brand New Day and The Odyssey were the big winners but Toy Story 5 continues to earn big money as well.  ]]>900boxoffice,christophernolan,obsession,spidermanbrandnewday,theodyssey,tomhaolland,toystory5,youngwashington,zendayafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-and-quick-draw-july-24-26-the-odyssey-dominates-gosling-to-mcu--73210499John Wesley Downey unboxes the box office for the weekend of July 24-26, with a countdown to a pretermined victor through sheer scale, The Odyssey from diirector Christopher Nolan. The movie stars Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya and many more bankdable names.  John has details on Ryan Golsing and Black Panther.  Subscribe and follow to receive our future podcasts.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73210499Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:57:30 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey unboxes the box office for the weekend of July 24-26, with a countdown to a pretermined victor through sheer scale, The Odyssey from diirector Christopher Nolan. The movie stars Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya and many more...John Wesley Downey unboxes the box office for the weekend of July 24-26, with a countdown to a pretermined victor through sheer scale, The Odyssey from diirector Christopher Nolan. The movie stars Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya and many more bankdable names.  John has details on Ryan Golsing and Black Panther.  Subscribe and follow to receive our future podcasts.]]>1275blackpanther,boxoffice,christophernolan,imax,johnwesleydowney,mattdamon,mcu,raidersofthelostpodcast,ryancoogler,theodyssey,tomholland,truefilmfan,universal,zendayafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-stanley-kubrick-tribute-on-his-98th-birthday-genius-or-tyrant--73188568Born in the Bronx borough of New York on July 26, 1928, today would have been Stanley's 98th birthday.  On this occasion John Wesley Downey pays tribute to his talent but acknowledges Kubrick's faults.  John gives a basic outline of Kubrick's life and career and recommends the listener watch STANLEY KUBRICK A LIFE IN PICTURES, a definitive documentary produced by Kubrick's family which honestly portrays the man Kubrick was, and does not hesitate to present the negative.   The enigmatic Kubrick passed away on March 7, 1999 in his sleep at his London estate.

Here's a list of Kubrick's films

1. Fear and Desire 1952
2. Killer's Kiss  1954
3. The Killing  1956
4. Paths of Glory  1958
5. Spartacus  1960
6. Lolita  1962
7. Dr. Strangelove  1964
8. 2001 A Spac Odyssey   1968
9. A Clockwork Orange  1971 
10. Barry Lyndon           1975
11. The Shining            1980
12. Full Metal Jacket   1987
13. Eyes Wide Shut     1999

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73188568Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:49:38 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)Born in the Bronx borough of New York on July 26, 1928, today would have been Stanley's 98th birthday.  On this occasion John Wesley Downey pays tribute to his talent but acknowledges Kubrick's faults.  John gives a basic outline of Kubrick's life and...Born in the Bronx borough of New York on July 26, 1928, today would have been Stanley's 98th birthday.  On this occasion John Wesley Downey pays tribute to his talent but acknowledges Kubrick's faults.  John gives a basic outline of Kubrick's life and career and recommends the listener watch STANLEY KUBRICK A LIFE IN PICTURES, a definitive documentary produced by Kubrick's family which honestly portrays the man Kubrick was, and does not hesitate to present the negative.   The enigmatic Kubrick passed away on March 7, 1999 in his sleep at his London estate.

Here's a list of Kubrick's films

1. Fear and Desire 1952
2. Killer's Kiss  1954
3. The Killing  1956
4. Paths of Glory  1958
5. Spartacus  1960
6. Lolita  1962
7. Dr. Strangelove  1964
8. 2001 A Spac Odyssey   1968
9. A Clockwork Orange  1971 
10. Barry Lyndon           1975
11. The Shining            1980
12. Full Metal Jacket   1987
13. Eyes Wide Shut     1999

]]>7532001:aspaceodyssey,aclockworkorange,barrylyndon,drstrangelove,eyeswideshut,filmcritic,filmdirector,filmmaker,fullmetaljacket,genius,lolita,moviereview,moviereviewer,pathsofglory,raidersofthelostpodcast,spartacus,stanleykubrick,theshining,truefilmfanpodcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/raiders-of-the-lost-ark-a-special-podcast-with-john-wesley-downey-honoring-a-cinematic-classic--73188321On this episodee host John Wesley Downey talks about the Spielberg-Lucas 1981 action adventure movie that kicked off a five movie series that is now a part of cinematic history.  Starring Harrison Ford and Karen Allen, with music by John Williams and special effects by the Lucasfilm company Industrial Light and Magic, audiences around the world fell in love with the archaeologist who traveled the world with a whip and a fedora.  John provides the details on how the series came to be, the origin of the story, and how what could have been a risky bet turned into a goldmine for all concerned.  Please subscribe to this podcast channel so you never miss an episode.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73188321Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:05:23 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)On this episodee host John Wesley Downey talks about the Spielberg-Lucas 1981 action adventure movie that kicked off a five movie series that is now a part of cinematic history.  Starring Harrison Ford and Karen Allen, with music by John Williams and...On this episodee host John Wesley Downey talks about the Spielberg-Lucas 1981 action adventure movie that kicked off a five movie series that is now a part of cinematic history.  Starring Harrison Ford and Karen Allen, with music by John Williams and special effects by the Lucasfilm company Industrial Light and Magic, audiences around the world fell in love with the archaeologist who traveled the world with a whip and a fedora.  John provides the details on how the series came to be, the origin of the story, and how what could have been a risky bet turned into a goldmine for all concerned.  Please subscribe to this podcast channel so you never miss an episode.]]>676adventure,filmcritic,georgelucas,harrisonford,johnwilliams,moviecritic,moviereviewer,paramountstudios,raidersofthelostark,raidersofthelostpodcast,stevenspielberg,whipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-for-july-10-15-rip-sam-neill-and-hello-odyssey--73011567https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73011567Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:34:21 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey unboxes the box office results domestically for the weekend of July 7 through the 10th, the passing of actor Sam Neill and a preview of Christopher Nolan's THE ODYSSEY. round out this weeks abbreviated version of UNBOXING THE BOX...2013boxoffice,christophernolan,dwaynejohnson,matttdamon,moana,obsession,theodyssey,toystory5falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-june-26-28-weekend-previews-mel-brooks-bonus--72805340John Wesley Downey does the top ten movie countdown on the domestic box office for June 26th to June 28th, talks about the movies  debuting this weekend and shares a  bonus story about meeting 100 year old Mel Brooks in the  late 70s.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72805340Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:48:34 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey does the top ten movie countdown on the domestic box office for June 26th to June 28th, talks about the movies  debuting this weekend and shares a  bonus story about meeting 100 year old Mel Brooks in the  late 70s.John Wesley Downey does the top ten movie countdown on the domestic box office for June 26th to June 28th, talks about the movies  debuting this weekend and shares a  bonus story about meeting 100 year old Mel Brooks in the  late 70s.]]>1492birthday,boxoffice,filmcritics,melbrooks,minionsandmonsters,movies,reviews,toystory5#s,youngwashisngtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-950-kprc-movie-show-for-june-28-american-graffiti-tribute-and-review-of-super-girl--72753001https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72753001Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:10:05 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey devote much of the hour spotlighting the 1973 hit movie AMERIAN GRAFFITI, delving into the origins of t he George Lucas classic, the difficult journey it had to the screen, the casting and production and how it''s success gave Lucas...2206americangraffiti,filmcritic,filmreview,georgelucas,rockandroll,supergirl,wolfmanjackfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-interview-with-a-female-director-of-photography-kerianne-parker--72648129Texas where she met her husband, a film professor and began her career on a film set working
her way up through the ranks from gript to gaffer to assistant camera to the coveted director of
photography position.  John And Franakie talk with Kerianne about opportunities for women in film,
the range of her experience and here favorite three films she would take with her to a desert island.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72648129Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:26:07 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland interview one of the few female directors of photography in Texas, Kerianne Parker.  Kerianna is originally from New Jersey and moved to Texas where she met her husband, a film professor and began her career...Texas where she met her husband, a film professor and began her career on a film set working
her way up through the ranks from gript to gaffer to assistant camera to the coveted director of
photography position.  John And Franakie talk with Kerianne about opportunities for women in film,
the range of her experience and here favorite three films she would take with her to a desert island.]]>2498cinematography,directorofphotography,filmcrews,gaffer,unioncrew,womeninfilmfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/frankie-westmoreland-reports-unboxing-the-box-office-for-the-weekend-of-june-5-through-7--72574185https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72574185Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:29:04 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)Frankie Westmoreland hosts this week' s UNBOXING THE BOXING OFFICE counting down the top ten box office movies of this past weekend and delivering the latest Hollywood industry news items.  John Wesley Downey is out for the day due to family illness.4378backrooms,boxoffice,movie,movies,obsession,theaterfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-segment-john-and-frankie-discuss-the-obsession-with-the-movie-obsession--72385931the film and then we discuss the film itself which delivers true horror to the audience within
the confines of a highly unusual nature.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72385931Sat, 06 Jun 2026 11:49:53 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland devote half an hour to discussion the movie sensation OBSESSION from director Curry Baker.  At first we look at the financial success of the film and then we discuss the film itself which delivers true...the film and then we discuss the film itself which delivers true horror to the audience within
the confines of a highly unusual nature.]]>1752boxoffice,currybarker,hitchcock,horror,jumpscare,obsession,suspensefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-segment-on-the-new-mandalorian-and-grogu-movie-star-wars-franchise-and-lucasfilm-and-the-future--72292364John Wesley Downe and Frankie Westmoreland have an in depth discussion about the current state and future of the Star Wars franchise, Lucasfilm and the first Star Wars film in seven years, The Mandalorian and Grogu.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72292364Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:55:53 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downe and Frankie Westmoreland have an in depth discussion about the current state and future of the Star Wars franchise, Lucasfilm and the first Star Wars film in seven years, The Mandalorian and Grogu.John Wesley Downe and Frankie Westmoreland have an in depth discussion about the current state and future of the Star Wars franchise, Lucasfilm and the first Star Wars film in seven years, The Mandalorian and Grogu.]]>6498davefiloni,disney,georgelucas,jonfavreau,kathleenkennedy,starwars,themandalorianandgrogufalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/950-kprc-movie-show-for-may-31--72291681https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72291681Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:24:03 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John and Frankie talk about the movie industry news of the week, they review the movies PASSENGERS and I LOVE BOOSTERS and they discuss a classic movie from 1963 famous for the stop motion animation of Ray Harryhauen, JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS.2293filmcritics,filmreviews,iloveboosters,jasonandtheargonauts,johnwesleydowney,movienerds,passengers,specialeffects,stopmotionanimationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-and-frankie-talk-about-the-movie-magic-of-stop-motion-animation-ray-harryhausen-and-jason-and-the-argonauts-1963--72291415https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72291415Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:35:24 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland discuss stop motion animatio and especially the 1963 classic film JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS featuring the work of Ray Harryhausen, one of the true masters of the art and craft of stop motion  We learned the...871actors,animation,jasonandtheargonauts,johnwesleydowney,nightmarebeforechristmas,rayharryhausen,stopmotionanimation,thecorpsebride,thegoldenvoyageofsinbad,timburton,truefilmfan,turefilmfanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-may-26-with-john-and-frankie--72204553John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland count down the top ten movies at theaters this past Memorial Day weekend and comment on many aspects of the industry.  We talk about why some movies are compettive in the marketplace and others fall by the wayside.  If you love discussing the movie industry in detail and anticipating trends and industry practices, this is the podcast for you.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72204553Thu, 28 May 2026 10:16:17 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland count down the top ten movies at theaters this past Memorial Day weekend and comment on many aspects of the industry.  We talk about why some movies are compettive in the marketplace and others fall by the...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland count down the top ten movies at theaters this past Memorial Day weekend and comment on many aspects of the industry.  We talk about why some movies are compettive in the marketplace and others fall by the wayside.  If you love discussing the movie industry in detail and anticipating trends and industry practices, this is the podcast for you.]]>5390boxofficeperformance,davefiloni,devilwearsprada2,filmcritic,filmreviewer,jonfavreau,lucasfilm,michaeljackson,obsession,rottentomatoes,supermarious,unboxingtheboxofficefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-950-kprc-movie-show-for-may-24-memorial-day-weekend-john-and-frankie-review-the-mandalorian-and-more--72153745https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72153745Mon, 25 May 2026 12:34:15 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland review the long awaited MANDALORIAN AND GROGU feature from Lucasfilm and Disney.  Frankie reviews the new Guy Ritchie film In the Grey, and John watched THE SHEEP DETECTIVES starring Hugh Jackman, Patrick...2388boxoffice,davefiloni,filmcritic,filmreviewer,goran,inthegrey,isgodis,jeremyallenwhite,jonfavreau,movienerd,pedropascal,starwars,themandolorianandgrogu,thesheepdetectivesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-950-kprc-movie-show-with-john-and-frankie-movie-news-reviews-and-interviews--72153692https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72153692Mon, 25 May 2026 12:15:08 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)2500director,filmcritic,filmmaker,filmreviews,frankiewestmoreland,johnwesleydowney,moviereviews,screenwriter,truefilmfanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-with-john-and-frankie-on-may-18--72094861for the previous weekend and discuss the movies themselves, box office performance, the big hits like a Michael Jackson's bio, Super Mario, Project Hail Mary and many more.  Also discussed is the new film THE SHEEP DETECTIVES.  A free wheeling hour with two film geeks who love to talk movies.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72094861Thu, 21 May 2026 08:48:42 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland count down the top ten movies at the box office for the previous weekend and discuss the movies themselves, box office performance, the big hits like a Michael Jackson's bio, Super Mario, Project Hail Mary...for the previous weekend and discuss the movies themselves, box office performance, the big hits like a Michael Jackson's bio, Super Mario, Project Hail Mary and many more.  Also discussed is the new film THE SHEEP DETECTIVES.  A free wheeling hour with two film geeks who love to talk movies.]]>3822boxoffice,frankiewestmoreland,johnwesleydowney,michaeljackson,movies,obsession,projecthailmary,ryangosling,supermario,truefilmfanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-boxoffice-netflix-lawsuit-and-artificial-intelligence--72019685This segment of Unboxing the Box Office is a little unusual in that the box office countdown is delayed until the end of the file while Frankie discuss controversies involving the state of Texas filing a lawsuit against Netflix, and other data controversies, as well as a discussion of the role of A.I. in moviemaking, editing and creativity.  Lots of discussion of relevant issues in today's film and video production and human v software issues. Food for thought from John ?Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72019685Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:03 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)This segment of Unboxing the Box Office is a little unusual in that the box office countdown is delayed until the end of the file while Frankie discuss controversies involving the state of Texas filing a lawsuit against Netflix, and other data...This segment of Unboxing the Box Office is a little unusual in that the box office countdown is delayed until the end of the file while Frankie discuss controversies involving the state of Texas filing a lawsuit against Netflix, and other data controversies, as well as a discussion of the role of A.I. in moviemaking, editing and creativity.  Lots of discussion of relevant issues in today's film and video production and human v software issues. Food for thought from John ?Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland.]]>4835actors,art,boxoffice,cosplay,creativity,filmediting,filmgeek,filmmaking,filmnerd,filmreviews,moviecritic,moviereviews,movies,movietheater,netfix,netflixlawsuit,streamingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-950-kprc-movie-show-from-sunday-night-may-10--71975324John and Frankie talk about the Devil Wears Prada, both part one and two, Mortal Kombat 2, based on the popular videograme and the clasic William Friedkin film The French Connection.  A really great show with John Wesley Downey and Freddie Westmoreland.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71975324Tue, 12 May 2026 12:47:03 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John and Frankie talk about the Devil Wears Prada, both part one and two, Mortal Kombat 2, based on the popular videograme and the clasic William Friedkin film The French Connection.  A really great show with John Wesley Downey and Freddie Westmoreland.John and Frankie talk about the Devil Wears Prada, both part one and two, Mortal Kombat 2, based on the popular videograme and the clasic William Friedkin film The French Connection.  A really great show with John Wesley Downey and Freddie Westmoreland.]]>2154filmcritic,filmreviewer,martialartsfilms,mortalkombat2,oscar,thedevilwarsprada2,thefrenchconnection,videogames,williamfriendkinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-for-may-5-with-john-and-frankie-and-the-movie-countdown--71975147Not only do we count down the top 10 movies at the box office from the previous weekend,
we go off on all kinds of tangents about other movies, anime, independent features, low
budget filmaking and much more.  This is far less structured than our terrestrial radio show
so anything goes here!  Hope you enjoy it!~]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71975147Tue, 12 May 2026 12:28:05 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)Not only do we count down the top 10 movies at the box office from the previous weekend, we go off on all kinds of tangents about other movies, anime, independent features, low budget filmaking and much more.  This is far less structured than our...Not only do we count down the top 10 movies at the box office from the previous weekend,
we go off on all kinds of tangents about other movies, anime, independent features, low
budget filmaking and much more.  This is far less structured than our terrestrial radio show
so anything goes here!  Hope you enjoy it!~]]>4061anime,boxoffice,domesticboxoffice,filmcritic,filminluencer,merylstreep,moviereviewer,movies,thedevilwersprada2falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-extended-feature-on-true-crime-action-movie-the-french-connection--71952269John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoeland review and discuss one of the all time great drug bust  movies ever made, THE FRENCH CONNECTION.  Winner of 5 Academy Awards including Best Director,  Picture and Actor.  William Friedkin's high energy fast paced movie still provides a jolt to viewers decades later due to it's rough edges, take no prisoners filmmaking style which resembles documentary filmmaking.  Based on a book based on a true story, if you've never seen the film this segment will make you curious and eager to watch it.  If you HAVE seen the film, this segment of TRUE FILM FAN has some surprises for you.  Enjoy and don''t forget to FOLLOW us for future high quality movie content.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71952269Mon, 11 May 2026 04:50:54 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoeland review and discuss one of the all time great drug bust  movies ever made, THE FRENCH CONNECTION.  Winner of 5 Academy Awards including Best Director,  Picture and Actor.  William Friedkin's high energy fast...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoeland review and discuss one of the all time great drug bust  movies ever made, THE FRENCH CONNECTION.  Winner of 5 Academy Awards including Best Director,  Picture and Actor.  William Friedkin's high energy fast paced movie still provides a jolt to viewers decades later due to it's rough edges, take no prisoners filmmaking style which resembles documentary filmmaking.  Based on a book based on a true story, if you've never seen the film this segment will make you curious and eager to watch it.  If you HAVE seen the film, this segment of TRUE FILM FAN has some surprises for you.  Enjoy and don''t forget to FOLLOW us for future high quality movie content.]]>1489action,chasescene,drugbust,filmcritic,frankiewestmoreland,genehackman,johnwesleydowney,moviereview,oscar,royscheider,screenplay,thefrenchconnection,thriller,truecrime,williamfriedkinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-950-kprc-movie-show-sunday-may-3rd-with-john-and-frankie-special-guest--71872055Two big events on this edition of the Movie Show.  We review one of the biggest and most controversial movies of the year, MICHAEL, about the life, music and drama of superstar
Michael Jackson.  And second, we play clips from our 90 minute interview with Star Wars
legend Roger Christian who was critical to helping George Lucas develop Star Wars.
While we could only play short portions on the show, the entire audio of the interivew is
available on this podcast page.  We also have the video of the interivew, done by zoom
from Toronto is on the John Wesley Downey You Tube page.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71872055Tue, 05 May 2026 08:21:03 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)Two big events on this edition of the Movie Show.  We review one of the biggest and most controversial movies of the year, MICHAEL, about the life, music and drama of superstar Michael Jackson.  And second, we play clips from our 90 minute interview...Two big events on this edition of the Movie Show.  We review one of the biggest and most controversial movies of the year, MICHAEL, about the life, music and drama of superstar
Michael Jackson.  And second, we play clips from our 90 minute interview with Star Wars
legend Roger Christian who was critical to helping George Lucas develop Star Wars.
While we could only play short portions on the show, the entire audio of the interivew is
available on this podcast page.  We also have the video of the interivew, done by zoom
from Toronto is on the John Wesley Downey You Tube page.]]>2370filmcritic,frankiewestmoreland,georgeluca,johnwesleydowney,lightsaber,michaeljackson,moviereviewer,movies,rogerchristian,spirituality,starwarsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/star-wars-legend-roger-christian-interviewed-indepth-by-john-and-frankie--71870008Roger Christian was one of the first people hired by George Lucas to work on the original 
Star Wars movie in 1976.  Already a veteran of the British Film Industry at a young age, he
was assigned to be art director and set dresser for the film.  Many of the elements in the
movie such as light sabers, robots, weapons and the Millenium Falcon fell to his department. On a very limited budget he was able to assist Lucas is creating many iconic items. Roger's
jounrey through Star Wars and George Lucas led him to win two Academy awards.

He also directed second unit on The Phantom Menace and Return of the Jedi.

Roger haswritten a book on his experiences entitled CINEMATIC ALCHEMY, abou his
work on Star Wars and other films.  It's a must read for aspiring filmmakers.

John and Frankie spoke with Roger from his home in Toronto.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71870008Tue, 05 May 2026 04:30:57 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)Roger Christian was one of the first people hired by George Lucas to work on the original  Star Wars movie in 1976.  Already a veteran of the British Film Industry at a young age, he was assigned to be art director and set dresser for the film.  Many...Roger Christian was one of the first people hired by George Lucas to work on the original 
Star Wars movie in 1976.  Already a veteran of the British Film Industry at a young age, he
was assigned to be art director and set dresser for the film.  Many of the elements in the
movie such as light sabers, robots, weapons and the Millenium Falcon fell to his department. On a very limited budget he was able to assist Lucas is creating many iconic items. Roger's
jounrey through Star Wars and George Lucas led him to win two Academy awards.

He also directed second unit on The Phantom Menace and Return of the Jedi.

Roger haswritten a book on his experiences entitled CINEMATIC ALCHEMY, abou his
work on Star Wars and other films.  It's a must read for aspiring filmmakers.

John and Frankie spoke with Roger from his home in Toronto.

]]>5320alien,anewhope,fiilmdirector,georgelucas,montypython,oftheedia,oscar,ridleyscott,rogerchristian,starwarsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-and-frankie-do-a-deep-dive-into-all-aspects-of-the-michael-jackson-megahit-movie--71808907Michael the Movie premiered to a spectacular 97 million dollars at the north American box office Amid endless controversy, reshoots and constant re-editing, the bio pic about one of the world's greatet entertainers is on everyone's minds and lips.  John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland go down the rabbit hole for over 45 minutes of discussion,, speculations and predictions about this movie which cost 200 million dollars to make and still required 15 million dollars worth of additional shooting not done by cedited director Antoine Fuqua.  Not a hint of the accusations or events invovling Michael's involved with children is shown on screen and we'll dig in to discuss that and many other aspects of this mega hit which is packed wih musical landmarks from the Jacksons and AMichael Jackson himself.
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71808907Fri, 01 May 2026 08:37:54 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)Michael the Movie premiered to a spectacular 97 million dollars at the north American box office Amid endless controversy, reshoots and constant re-editing, the bio pic about one of the world's greatet entertainers is on everyone's minds and lips. ...Michael the Movie premiered to a spectacular 97 million dollars at the north American box office Amid endless controversy, reshoots and constant re-editing, the bio pic about one of the world's greatet entertainers is on everyone's minds and lips.  John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland go down the rabbit hole for over 45 minutes of discussion,, speculations and predictions about this movie which cost 200 million dollars to make and still required 15 million dollars worth of additional shooting not done by cedited director Antoine Fuqua.  Not a hint of the accusations or events invovling Michael's involved with children is shown on screen and we'll dig in to discuss that and many other aspects of this mega hit which is packed wih musical landmarks from the Jacksons and AMichael Jackson himself.
]]>2831antoniefuqua,boxoffice,filmcritic,johnwesleydowney,lionsgate,michael,michaeljackson,milesteller,moonwalk,mtv,musicvideos,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-april-30-true-film-fan--71772331If you are looking at the title on this podcast and thinking this may be a dry podcast on boring financial statistics on box office performance, you could not be more wrong.  Sure, the information is here, but this episode in particular might be called John and Frankie Unleashed.  John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland laugh, reveal, tussle, report, ridicule, reminisce and revel in all kinds of information and stories.  They have a blast.  All they want is your attention.  It's a fun trip down the box office results with endless  commentary and silliness along the way.  Enjoy and tell your friends.  And yes, they work without a net.  It's recorded as is and put out to the world a sraw conversation. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71772331Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:40:01 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)If you are looking at the title on this podcast and thinking this may be a dry podcast on boring financial statistics on box office performance, you could not be more wrong.  Sure, the information is here, but this episode in particular might be...If you are looking at the title on this podcast and thinking this may be a dry podcast on boring financial statistics on box office performance, you could not be more wrong.  Sure, the information is here, but this episode in particular might be called John and Frankie Unleashed.  John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland laugh, reveal, tussle, report, ridicule, reminisce and revel in all kinds of information and stories.  They have a blast.  All they want is your attention.  It's a fun trip down the box office results with endless  commentary and silliness along the way.  Enjoy and tell your friends.  And yes, they work without a net.  It's recorded as is and put out to the world a sraw conversation. ]]>5065boxofficeresults,filmcritics,filminfluencers,frankiewestmoreland,horrormovies,johnwesleydowney,lionsgatestudio,michael,michaeljackson,moviecritics,movies,ryangosling,streaming,theaters,unboxingtheboxoffice,unversalstudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-true-film-fan-special-upload-spotlighting-kubrick-s-paths-of-glory--71665776John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland do a deep dive into one of the greatest war films ever made.   29 year old Stanley Kubrick made the big time when Kirk Douglas agreed to star in his first internaional production, PATHS OF GLORY.  The black and white film focuses on injustice in the French military during World War II.  The French government banned the film's exhibition until 1972 due to the negative depiction of it's commanding officers.   The film is a must see for Kubrick fans.  The film features stunning photography, gliding tracking shots, a chessboard courtroom and a finale that is as touching as any to be found in a Kubrick film.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71665776Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:29:51 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland do a deep dive into one of the greatest war films ever made.   29 year old Stanley Kubrick made the big time when Kirk Douglas agreed to star in his first internaional production, PATHS OF GLORY.  The black...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland do a deep dive into one of the greatest war films ever made.   29 year old Stanley Kubrick made the big time when Kirk Douglas agreed to star in his first internaional production, PATHS OF GLORY.  The black and white film focuses on injustice in the French military during World War II.  The French government banned the film's exhibition until 1972 due to the negative depiction of it's commanding officers.   The film is a must see for Kubrick fans.  The film features stunning photography, gliding tracking shots, a chessboard courtroom and a finale that is as touching as any to be found in a Kubrick film.]]>1535cinematography,director,kirkdouglas,kubrick,pathsofglory,screenplay,stanleykubrick,warmoviesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-950-kprc-sunday-night-movie-show-for-april-26-on-the-mummy-and-busboys--71663473John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland review two new movies at the box office, Lee Cronin's The Mummy and Theo Von's Busboys.  What did they think?  Listen and find out.  They also talk about declining theater attendance, Hollywood executives getting outrageous compensation, and much more.

Finally, we devotge two full segments of the show to the 1957 class PARTHS OF GLORY, directed by Stanley Kubrick.  This ws Kubrick's first big movi starring Kirk Douglas, and received trmeedous critical priase.  Banned in France until 1972, this  is the first of Kubrick's unique war trilogy and the most moral.  Find out why this movie is held in such high esteem by listening to John and Frankie.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71663473Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:54:13 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland review two new movies at the box office, Lee Cronin's The Mummy and Theo Von's Busboys.  What did they think?  Listen and find out.  They also talk about declining theater attendance, Hollywood executives...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland review two new movies at the box office, Lee Cronin's The Mummy and Theo Von's Busboys.  What did they think?  Listen and find out.  They also talk about declining theater attendance, Hollywood executives getting outrageous compensation, and much more.

Finally, we devotge two full segments of the show to the 1957 class PARTHS OF GLORY, directed by Stanley Kubrick.  This ws Kubrick's first big movi starring Kirk Douglas, and received trmeedous critical priase.  Banned in France until 1972, this  is the first of Kubrick's unique war trilogy and the most moral.  Find out why this movie is held in such high esteem by listening to John and Frankie.]]>2246busboys,davidspade,framkiewestmoreland,johnwesleydowney,pathsofglory,stanleykubrick,themummy,theovon,truefilmfan,warmoviefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-show-april-22-john-and-frankie-count-down-the-top-ten-movies-at-the-box-office--71663183John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland count down the top ten movies at the box office this past weekend. How did your favorite movie do?  How did the new movies do in their first weekend?  It's not dry stats, it's fun and John And Frankie throw in lots of opinion, commentary and  gossip   If you the world of movies and how they get  made, follow the podcast and hit autoload so that every one of our future movies comes to you automatically and rightly so.  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71663183Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:02:33 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland count down the top ten movies at the box office this past weekend. How did your favorite movie do?  How did the new movies do in their first weekend?  It's not dry stats, it's fun and John And Frankie throw...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland count down the top ten movies at the box office this past weekend. How did your favorite movie do?  How did the new movies do in their first weekend?  It's not dry stats, it's fun and John And Frankie throw in lots of opinion, commentary and  gossip   If you the world of movies and how they get  made, follow the podcast and hit autoload so that every one of our future movies comes to you automatically and rightly so.  ]]>4930avatar,boxoffice,filmcritics,filmreviews,hoppers,horromovies,horror,imax,movies,netflix,oscars,paramount,prjecthailmary,streaming,themummy,warnerbrothersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-950-kprc-movie-show-for-april-19-talking-about-avatar-and-a-great-awakening--71484664John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland talk about new developments with Avatar and more movie industry news stories in the first segment in The Qucik Draw, and then move on to Frankie's review of YOU, ME AND TUSCANY a rom com that was made in an attempt to revive the genre.  Did it work?  Listen to Frankie's review.  Then John and Frankie take a deep dive into a new faith based film called A GREAT AWAKENING.  The film is about the friendship betwen George Whitfield and Benjamin Franklin and how Whitfield's preaching in the late 1700s may have motivated Americans to hold the young country together.  We gave this one two segments of discussion and pushed our freature on Stanley Kubrick's PATHS OF GLORY to next week.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71484664Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:08:42 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland talk about new developments with Avatar and more movie industry news stories in the first segment in The Qucik Draw, and then move on to Frankie's review of YOU, ME AND TUSCANY a rom com that was made in an...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland talk about new developments with Avatar and more movie industry news stories in the first segment in The Qucik Draw, and then move on to Frankie's review of YOU, ME AND TUSCANY a rom com that was made in an attempt to revive the genre.  Did it work?  Listen to Frankie's review.  Then John and Frankie take a deep dive into a new faith based film called A GREAT AWAKENING.  The film is about the friendship betwen George Whitfield and Benjamin Franklin and how Whitfield's preaching in the late 1700s may have motivated Americans to hold the young country together.  We gave this one two segments of discussion and pushed our freature on Stanley Kubrick's PATHS OF GLORY to next week.]]>2361agreatwakening,avatar,jamescameron,pathsofglory,stanleykubrick,youmeandtuscanyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/true-film-fan-john-and-frankie-discuss-events-and-information-from-cinemacon-las-vegas--71477316Once a year, all the major studios and movie producers get together in Las Vegas with all the major theater chains to talk about theatrical movie distribution, the upcoming releases for the next uear, to show trailers and reels to promote future movies, to have the major executives from all the companies talk about their plans and often to have actors and directors on stage to talk about their films.

John and Frankie digest all the speeches, the latest news and presentations and the upcoming releases publicized at Cinemacon in a relaxed and extended discussion that contains their passion, humor and thirst for information about the most exciting business in the world, movies!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71477316Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:38:20 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)Once a year, all the major studios and movie producers get together in Las Vegas with all the major theater chains to talk about theatrical movie distribution, the upcoming releases for the next uear, to show trailers and reels to promote future...Once a year, all the major studios and movie producers get together in Las Vegas with all the major theater chains to talk about theatrical movie distribution, the upcoming releases for the next uear, to show trailers and reels to promote future movies, to have the major executives from all the companies talk about their plans and often to have actors and directors on stage to talk about their films.

John and Frankie digest all the speeches, the latest news and presentations and the upcoming releases publicized at Cinemacon in a relaxed and extended discussion that contains their passion, humor and thirst for information about the most exciting business in the world, movies!]]>5669chirstopherolan,cinemacon,disney,doomsday,dune,imax,infinityvision,marvel,movies,paramount,stevenspielberg,theaters,toystory5,warnerbrothersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-leftovers-april-17-we-love-theo-von-segment--71437934John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland talk at length about their admiration and appreciation for one of America's unique comedic talents, Theo Von.  They discuss his appeal and persona as well as the release of his first movie, BUSBOYS with David Spade. What is his magic?  Is Theo an idiot savant of comedy?  Clearly John and Frankie had way too much fun recording this episode of the Leftovers but that's what it's all about.  Thanks for listgening.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71437934Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:42:14 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland talk at length about their admiration and appreciation for one of America's unique comedic talents, Theo Von.  They discuss his appeal and persona as well as the release of his first movie, BUSBOYS with...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland talk at length about their admiration and appreciation for one of America's unique comedic talents, Theo Von.  They discuss his appeal and persona as well as the release of his first movie, BUSBOYS with David Spade. What is his magic?  Is Theo an idiot savant of comedy?  Clearly John and Frankie had way too much fun recording this episode of the Leftovers but that's what it's all about.  Thanks for listgening.]]>3144bobbylee,busboys,davidspade,joerogan,theovon,theovonmovie,theovonpodcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-leftovers-bonus-content-for-april-12-john-and-frankie-after-show-discussion--71309271John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland share information and opinions about the current state of the movie industry in this far ranging discussion.  Covering topics such as the Paramount and Netflix attempt to buy Warner Brothers and how that can affect  creators and the public alike. As the conversation continues they ended up tallking about the closure of JJ Abrams Los Angeles offices and his dimming career, his November movie the Great Beyond, the fragile ecosystem of Hollywood and the struggle for employment, the entire release schedule of movies for the first half of this year, the train wreck of the Star Wars franchise at Disney, the Mortal Kombat movie, on and on and on we go!  Listen to two of the most informed and opinionated film geeks of all time freestyle riff on the curent state of the movie industry and have a ew laughs along the way.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71309271Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:21:52 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland share information and opinions about the current state of the movie industry in this far ranging discussion.  Covering topics such as the Paramount and Netflix attempt to buy Warner Brothers and how that can...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland share information and opinions about the current state of the movie industry in this far ranging discussion.  Covering topics such as the Paramount and Netflix attempt to buy Warner Brothers and how that can affect  creators and the public alike. As the conversation continues they ended up tallking about the closure of JJ Abrams Los Angeles offices and his dimming career, his November movie the Great Beyond, the fragile ecosystem of Hollywood and the struggle for employment, the entire release schedule of movies for the first half of this year, the train wreck of the Star Wars franchise at Disney, the Mortal Kombat movie, on and on and on we go!  Listen to two of the most informed and opinionated film geeks of all time freestyle riff on the curent state of the movie industry and have a ew laughs along the way.]]>3215avengersdoomsday,badrobot,darthmaul,disney,dune,genz,glenpowell,grogu,hollywood,jjabrams,lucasfilm,mandalorian,mortalkombatmovie,starwars,starwarsfranchise,supermario,thedramafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-950-kprc-movie-show-for-aoril-12-2026-with-john-and-frankie--71285115John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland host the 950 KPRC Movie Show every Sunday night at 8:05pm.  This week's show included our movie news bites which we call the Quick Draw.  The new movie THE DRAMA  starring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya. was reviewed by both John and Frankie.  They were in agreement it was a well made, well written film and that it captured how quirky and unpredictable life can be. Both comedic and dramatic, both John and Frankie approved.  For our weekly classic film, we looked at the classic ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOOS NEST from 1975.  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71285115Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:27:29 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland host the 950 KPRC Movie Show every Sunday night at 8:05pm.  This week's show included our movie news bites which we call the Quick Draw.  The new movie THE DRAMA  starring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya. was...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland host the 950 KPRC Movie Show every Sunday night at 8:05pm.  This week's show included our movie news bites which we call the Quick Draw.  The new movie THE DRAMA  starring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya. was reviewed by both John and Frankie.  They were in agreement it was a well made, well written film and that it captured how quirky and unpredictable life can be. Both comedic and dramatic, both John and Frankie approved.  For our weekly classic film, we looked at the classic ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOOS NEST from 1975.  ]]>2393dannydevito,director,filmmaking,jacknicholsonm,mentalillness,oneflewoverthecuckoosnest,oscars,robertpattinson,screenplay,thedrama,zendayafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-950-kprc-easter-movie-show-for-april-5-2026-including-ben-hur--71279576John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland co-host a show that includes not only the latest movie news and latest releases but also focuses on one of the most monumental movies of all time, Ben Hur (1959), directed by William Wyler and starring Charleton Heston.  This nearly four hour epic has stood the test of time and is the stuff of Hollywood legend.  Listen to two  knowledgable film fans discuss this magnificent achievement with their usual enthusiasm for film quality.  We also talk extensively about one of this year's biggest hits Project Hail Mary.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71279576Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:59:49 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland co-host a show that includes not only the latest movie news and latest releases but also focuses on one of the most monumental movies of all time, Ben Hur (1959), directed by William Wyler and starring...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland co-host a show that includes not only the latest movie news and latest releases but also focuses on one of the most monumental movies of all time, Ben Hur (1959), directed by William Wyler and starring Charleton Heston.  This nearly four hour epic has stood the test of time and is the stuff of Hollywood legend.  Listen to two  knowledgable film fans discuss this magnificent achievement with their usual enthusiasm for film quality.  We also talk extensively about one of this year's biggest hits Project Hail Mary.]]>2373benhur,charletonheston,epic,mgmstudios,movies,oscars,projecthailmary,ryangoslingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-for-the-weekend-of-april-3-5-a-true-film-fan-update--71203945John Wesley Downey has the box office numbers fom this past weekends and does a countdown from number 10 to number one.  John offers context and analysis on how the various movies performed.  This podcast includes a brief look ahead at the upcoming released for the weekend of April 10 to 12.  Frankie Westmoreland returns to this segment next week.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71203945Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:25:39 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey has the box office numbers fom this past weekends and does a countdown from number 10 to number one.  John offers context and analysis on how the various movies performed.  This podcast includes a brief look ahead at the upcoming...John Wesley Downey has the box office numbers fom this past weekends and does a countdown from number 10 to number one.  John offers context and analysis on how the various movies performed.  This podcast includes a brief look ahead at the upcoming released for the weekend of April 10 to 12.  Frankie Westmoreland returns to this segment next week.]]>1065boxoffice,hoppers,projecthailmary,readyornothereicome,supermariogalalxy,thedrama,theywillkillyou,undertonefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-leftovers-a-true-film-fan-bonus-segment-micro-dramas-amd-vertical-video-and-are-videogames-the-new-super-hero-trend--71126142When John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland recorded their Easter Movie Show radio broadcast and podcast, as usual, they went over their time limit.  But they still had more to say!  This time on the subject of the big new trend of micro dramas and vertical videos, entertainment content to be consumered on phones in a bite size one minute format.  How big can it get?  Will mainstream Hollywood take it over and corrupt these new avenues of creativity?  

Frankie and John also discussed Minecraft as a possible bellwether for the future of feature films. It's huge commercial success combined with the success of such movies as the Super Mario franchise could start a trend to replace the burned out superhero genre.  Its a possibility. Give us a listen.
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71126142Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:31:42 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)When John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland recorded their Easter Movie Show radio broadcast and podcast, as usual, they went over their time limit.  But they still had more to say!  This time on the subject of the big new trend of micro dramas...When John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland recorded their Easter Movie Show radio broadcast and podcast, as usual, they went over their time limit.  But they still had more to say!  This time on the subject of the big new trend of micro dramas and vertical videos, entertainment content to be consumered on phones in a bite size one minute format.  How big can it get?  Will mainstream Hollywood take it over and corrupt these new avenues of creativity?  

Frankie and John also discussed Minecraft as a possible bellwether for the future of feature films. It's huge commercial success combined with the success of such movies as the Super Mario franchise could start a trend to replace the burned out superhero genre.  Its a possibility. Give us a listen.
]]>11593independentfilmmakers,indiefilm,microdramas,minecraftmovie,minecraftvideogame,supermariofranchise,verticalvideofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-leftovers-a-bonus-segment-john-and-frankie-talk-about-art-and-movies-and-music-and-connections--71125220In the weekly ritual of recording the Movie Show for 950 KPRC John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland have discovered they almost always exceed the formatted time limit and enjoy talking about a wide range of subjects including but not limited to movies, music, acting, performing, creativity and more.  Rather than discard these ramblings we think it is more fun to offer these segments up for your consideration as part of our ongoing exploration of the relationship betwen artists, creatiivety and the audience.  This is a  leftover from our March 29th radio show/podcast recording.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71125220Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:05:41 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)In the weekly ritual of recording the Movie Show for 950 KPRC John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland have discovered they almost always exceed the formatted time limit and enjoy talking about a wide range of subjects including but not limited to...In the weekly ritual of recording the Movie Show for 950 KPRC John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland have discovered they almost always exceed the formatted time limit and enjoy talking about a wide range of subjects including but not limited to movies, music, acting, performing, creativity and more.  Rather than discard these ramblings we think it is more fun to offer these segments up for your consideration as part of our ongoing exploration of the relationship betwen artists, creatiivety and the audience.  This is a  leftover from our March 29th radio show/podcast recording.]]>1893actors,artists,creativity,filmcritics,filmgeeks,filmnerds,filmreviews,filmschool,movies,musicians,singers,singing,songwriting,theartlife,theaters,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-for-march-27-throuogh-29-for-true-film-fans-plus-netflix-raises-streaming-fees--71038549John Wesley 'Downey and Frankie Westmoreland count down the top ten movies at the box office this past weekend and provide commntary on the movie's potential, creative quality and genre populairty.  Why iis the horror genre so popular?  And why did Netflix just hit it's subscribers with big increaes.  Let's talk inside baseball about the film industry.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71038549Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:22:15 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley 'Downey and Frankie Westmoreland count down the top ten movies at the box office this past weekend and provide commntary on the movie's potential, creative quality and genre populairty.  Why iis the horror genre so popular?  And why did...John Wesley 'Downey and Frankie Westmoreland count down the top ten movies at the box office this past weekend and provide commntary on the movie's potential, creative quality and genre populairty.  Why iis the horror genre so popular?  And why did Netflix just hit it's subscribers with big increaes.  Let's talk inside baseball about the film industry.]]>3951boxoffice,filmcritics,goat,hoppers,moviereviewers,movietheaters,netflix,projecthailmary,scream7,streamingsubscriptions,supermariobrothers,understonefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-950-kprc-movie-show-for-march-29-deluxe-edition-with-john-and-frankie--71013968John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoerland co-host the Movie Show on 950 KPRC for March 29. The spotlight is on the much anticipated PROJECT HAIl MARY PASS, READY OR NOT HERE I COME Part 2 and our classic feature NORTH BY NORTHWEST starring Cary Grant.
Directed by aLFRED hITCHOCK. 

An additional bonus segment called "Leftovers" will be added very soon.  This segment does not air on the radio sow, and is strictly for podcast listeners.,  
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71013968Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:30:15 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoerland co-host the Movie Show on 950 KPRC for March 29. The spotlight is on the much anticipated PROJECT HAIl MARY PASS, READY OR NOT HERE I COME Part 2 and our classic feature NORTH BY NORTHWEST starring Cary...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoerland co-host the Movie Show on 950 KPRC for March 29. The spotlight is on the much anticipated PROJECT HAIl MARY PASS, READY OR NOT HERE I COME Part 2 and our classic feature NORTH BY NORTHWEST starring Cary Grant.
Directed by aLFRED hITCHOCK. 

An additional bonus segment called "Leftovers" will be added very soon.  This segment does not air on the radio sow, and is strictly for podcast listeners.,  
]]>3561alfredhitchcock,bernardhermann,carygrant,mvoies,poutoutfish,projecthailmary,readyornotherericomeparttwo,ryangosling,suspense,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/star-wars-anniversay-noted-and-opening-segment-of-march-22nd-950-kprc-movie-show--71013495This segment opens up with John mentioned today March 22n is the 50 th anniversary of the very first day of shooting on the original Star Wars movie.  George Lucas began shooting in the Tunisiian desert.  And the movid industry would never be the same.

John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland then go on to discuss the upcoming and highly anticipated Ryan Golsing movie, PROJECT HAIL MARY. We also discuss Steven Spielberg speaking at South by Southwest talking about his upcoming film DISCLOURE and our first look at a John Ford classic, the Quiet Man from 1952.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71013495Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:43:46 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)This segment opens up with John mentioned today March 22n is the 50 th anniversary of the very first day of shooting on the original Star Wars movie.  George Lucas began shooting in the Tunisiian desert.  And the movid industry would never be the...This segment opens up with John mentioned today March 22n is the 50 th anniversary of the very first day of shooting on the original Star Wars movie.  George Lucas began shooting in the Tunisiian desert.  And the movid industry would never be the same.

John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland then go on to discuss the upcoming and highly anticipated Ryan Golsing movie, PROJECT HAIL MARY. We also discuss Steven Spielberg speaking at South by Southwest talking about his upcoming film DISCLOURE and our first look at a John Ford classic, the Quiet Man from 1952.

]]>551disclosure,filmreviewers,johnford,movies,poutpoutfish,projecthailmary,starwars,stevenspielberg,thequietman,undertonefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-950-kprc-movie-show-aired-march-22nd-with-john-and-frankie-and-bonus-material--71012802John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland present another hour of great radio and podcasting with the latest information on what's happening in the movie world, reviews of the newest releases including Reminders of Him and Undertone, plus a tribute segment to the jOHN FORD CLASSIC the quiet man in honor of St. Patrick's Day.

iNCLUDES 21 MINUTES OF MATERIAL NOT AIRED ON THE RADIO SHOW.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71012802Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:38:41 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland present another hour of great radio and podcasting with the latest information on what's happening in the movie world, reviews of the newest releases including Reminders of Him and Undertone, plus a tribute...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland present another hour of great radio and podcasting with the latest information on what's happening in the movie world, reviews of the newest releases including Reminders of Him and Undertone, plus a tribute segment to the jOHN FORD CLASSIC the quiet man in honor of St. Patrick's Day.

iNCLUDES 21 MINUTES OF MATERIAL NOT AIRED ON THE RADIO SHOW.]]>3617filmcritics,filmgeek,filmnerd,filmreviewers,horrromovie,johnford,johnwayne,movies,remindersosfhim,soundesiign,thequietman,undertone,valkilmerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-march-20-22-true-film-fan-john-and-frankie-crunch-the-numbers-and-give-commentary--70865917John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland unbox the box office results for the weekend 
of March 20-22, 2026.  Project Hail Mary was number one at the box office in it's first weeks, and it's prospects look good to become a major success over the coming months.  Also doing well are Hoppers, Scream 7 and more.

And don't forget to listen to John and Frankie every Sunday night on the Movie Shwo from 8:05 to 9pm on radio station 950 KPRC. You can find us on the KPRC website at kprcradio.iheart.com, or on the iHeart radio app live at iheart.com/live/2277.from anywhere in the world.

You can also see us on you tube  https://www.youtube.com/@JohnWesleyDowney

or visit us on https://www.instagram.com/truefilmfan/

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70865917Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:00:42 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland unbox the box office results for the weekend  of March 20-22, 2026.  Project Hail Mary was number one at the box office in it's first weeks, and it's prospects look good to become a major success over the...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland unbox the box office results for the weekend 
of March 20-22, 2026.  Project Hail Mary was number one at the box office in it's first weeks, and it's prospects look good to become a major success over the coming months.  Also doing well are Hoppers, Scream 7 and more.

And don't forget to listen to John and Frankie every Sunday night on the Movie Shwo from 8:05 to 9pm on radio station 950 KPRC. You can find us on the KPRC website at kprcradio.iheart.com, or on the iHeart radio app live at iheart.com/live/2277.from anywhere in the world.

You can also see us on you tube  https://www.youtube.com/@JohnWesleyDowney

or visit us on https://www.instagram.com/truefilmfan/

]]>32363thegoat,3undertone,avatarfireandice,filmcritic,hoppers,horrormovie,movies,projecthailmary,readyornothereicomeparttwo,remindersofhim,rottentomatoes,ryangosling,scream7,wutheringheightsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-oscars-2026-a-true-film-fan-bonus-upload-john-and-frankie-commentary-and-opinion--70712432candid opinioins about the 2026 Oscars from the telecast itself, to the various controversies and
personalities and in their opinions, the validity of the voters choices for Oscars.

A fun look at Hollywood's most prominent tradition from a couple of passionate film fans who
aren't afraid to speak the truth.  Enjoy.

Listen to John and Frankie on the Movie Show every Sunday night at 8:05pm on 950 KPRC
in Houston.  If you aren't local, you can hear the show from anywhere in the world on the
I Heart Radio app by doing a preset to 950 KPRC or by going to the stations website and
listening to the audiostream.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70712432Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:56:16 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland supply you with comprehensive coverage and candid opinioins about the 2026 Oscars from the telecast itself, to the various controversies and personalities and in their opinions, the validity of the voters...candid opinioins about the 2026 Oscars from the telecast itself, to the various controversies and
personalities and in their opinions, the validity of the voters choices for Oscars.

A fun look at Hollywood's most prominent tradition from a couple of passionate film fans who
aren't afraid to speak the truth.  Enjoy.

Listen to John and Frankie on the Movie Show every Sunday night at 8:05pm on 950 KPRC
in Houston.  If you aren't local, you can hear the show from anywhere in the world on the
I Heart Radio app by doing a preset to 950 KPRC or by going to the stations website and
listening to the audiostream.

]]>43123traindreams,amymagican,barbrastreisand,bugonia,cinematography,conanobrien,frankenstein,guillermodeltoro,hamnet,ludwiggoranson,movies,onebattleafteranother,oscars,paultomasanderson,ryancoogler,screenplay,sinners,thebride,timotheechalametfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-march-13-15-john-and-frankie-crunch-the-numbers--70710500John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland discuss the domestic box office results
from March 13th through the 15th.

The animated Pixar movie Hoppers was number one as expected but it's high price tag of
150 million dollars mean it could face a long road to profitability.

In this podcast John and Frankie discuss how "comparables" - using
current box office figures to predict performance of future movie projects 
can play a mjaor role in determining whether future proects get greenlit.

One of the most unusual box office successes this weekend was Undertone, 
an indiie horror film made for $ 500,000 which was picked up for distribution
by A 24.  The modest production packs a punch both dramatically and 
financially as you'll find out when you listen.

Get interesting analysis and surprising developments at the box office each
week as John and Frankie crunch the numbers and bring you insight into
the box office performance of theatrical films.




]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70710500Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:28:43 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland discuss the domestic box office results from March 13th through the 15th. The animated Pixar movie Hoppers was number one as expected but it's high price tag of 150 million dollars mean it could face a long...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland discuss the domestic box office results
from March 13th through the 15th.

The animated Pixar movie Hoppers was number one as expected but it's high price tag of
150 million dollars mean it could face a long road to profitability.

In this podcast John and Frankie discuss how "comparables" - using
current box office figures to predict performance of future movie projects 
can play a mjaor role in determining whether future proects get greenlit.

One of the most unusual box office successes this weekend was Undertone, 
an indiie horror film made for $ 500,000 which was picked up for distribution
by A 24.  The modest production packs a punch both dramatically and 
financially as you'll find out when you listen.

Get interesting analysis and surprising developments at the box office each
week as John and Frankie crunch the numbers and bring you insight into
the box office performance of theatrical films.




]]>4055crime101,goat,hoppers,kikisdeliveryservice,projecthailmary,remindersofhim,scream7,sentimentalvalue,thebride!,tmntsecretoftheooze,undertone,wutheringheightsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-movie-show-free-deluxe-bonus-episode-originally-aired-on-950-kprc-3-15-2026--70676682Full of information, reviews, commentary and movie trivia, this is the extended edition of the
950  KPRC MOVIE SHOW that aired on Oscar night.  Hosted and produced by John Wesley
Downey and Frankie Westmoreland, it's filled this 86 minutes with enough information to
satisfy any movie geek hungry for opinions and information.

Some of the movies discussed are The Bride!, Bride of Frankkenstein, Hoppers, and Secret 
Agent,.  Also discussed are the decline in ratings for the annual Academy Awards broadcast,
which aired this night, Timothee Chalaamet's unfortunate remarks about ballet and opera, George Lucas received the Saturn Award, the heightened experience of seeing movies in a Los Angeles movie theater as opposed to elsewhere, the Best Picture nominees, and much
more.  

You can hear the Movie Show live on Sunday nights at 8:05pm on 950 KPRC radio or on
the I Heart radio app.,But due to time constraints on the air, the show is limited to 39 minutes.
To hear the FULL unedited recording, you'll have to come here to the True Film fan podcast.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70676682Tue, 17 Mar 2026 06:22:50 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)Full of information, reviews, commentary and movie trivia, this is the extended edition of the 950  KPRC MOVIE SHOW that aired on Oscar night.  Hosted and produced by John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland, it's filled this 86 minutes with enough...Full of information, reviews, commentary and movie trivia, this is the extended edition of the
950  KPRC MOVIE SHOW that aired on Oscar night.  Hosted and produced by John Wesley
Downey and Frankie Westmoreland, it's filled this 86 minutes with enough information to
satisfy any movie geek hungry for opinions and information.

Some of the movies discussed are The Bride!, Bride of Frankkenstein, Hoppers, and Secret 
Agent,.  Also discussed are the decline in ratings for the annual Academy Awards broadcast,
which aired this night, Timothee Chalaamet's unfortunate remarks about ballet and opera, George Lucas received the Saturn Award, the heightened experience of seeing movies in a Los Angeles movie theater as opposed to elsewhere, the Best Picture nominees, and much
more.  

You can hear the Movie Show live on Sunday nights at 8:05pm on 950 KPRC radio or on
the I Heart radio app.,But due to time constraints on the air, the show is limited to 39 minutes.
To hear the FULL unedited recording, you'll have to come here to the True Film fan podcast.]]>5161actors,animation,brideoffrankenstein,filmscore,georgelucas,hoppers,jonhamm,movies,movietheaters,onebattleafteranother,oscars,pixar,saturnawards,sinners,thebride!,timotheechamalet,tomcruise,universalstudios,voiceoverfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-office-episode-ii-john-reviews-march-6-to-8--70562711HOPPERS the new animated beaver movies from Disney was number one and John takes
the listner up to the number twelve slot.

Additionally, John talks about several projects in progress in Hollywood including KING CONAN,
BAYWATCH reboot, TINKERBELL and more.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70562711Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:30:03 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey reviews domestic box office figures from the weekend of March 6 to 8. HOPPERS the new animated beaver movies from Disney was number one and John takes the listner up to the number twelve slot. Additionally, John talks about several...HOPPERS the new animated beaver movies from Disney was number one and John takes
the listner up to the number twelve slot.

Additionally, John talks about several projects in progress in Hollywood including KING CONAN,
BAYWATCH reboot, TINKERBELL and more.]]>978arnoldschwarzenegger,avatarfireandice,baywatch,conanthebarbarian,disneyplus,elvispresleyinconcert,goat,hoppers,maggiegyllenhal,noahbeck,pixar,samraimi,sendhelp,thebride!,tinkerbell,wutheringheights,zootopia2truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-box-offiice-john-and-frankie-review-february-27-to-march-1-2026--70474223John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland talk about the results from this weekend (which includes John's birthday) and endlessly jabber about what it all means for Hollywood and the future of Western Civilisation.  Well, not really, but they do go off on a lot of interesting tangents and gossip and guesses as to why a movie performed well or poorly.  We end up discussing Scream 7, Glen Powell and How to Make a Killing, Elvis in Concert, Kevin James and Solo Mio, Avatar, Zootopia 2 and much more.  Tell your friends, be informed, come back for more.

And don't forget to listen to John and Frankie every Sunday night on the Movie Shwo from 8:05 to 9pm on radio station 950 KPRC. You can find us on the KPRC website at kprcradio.iheart.com, or on the iHeart radio app live at iheart.com/live/2277.from anywhere in the world.

You can also see us on you tube  https://www.youtube.com/@JohnWesleyDowney

or visit us on https://www.instagram.com/truefilmfan/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70474223Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:57:06 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland talk about the results from this weekend (which includes John's birthday) and endlessly jabber about what it all means for Hollywood and the future of Western Civilisation.  Well, not really, but they do go...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland talk about the results from this weekend (which includes John's birthday) and endlessly jabber about what it all means for Hollywood and the future of Western Civilisation.  Well, not really, but they do go off on a lot of interesting tangents and gossip and guesses as to why a movie performed well or poorly.  We end up discussing Scream 7, Glen Powell and How to Make a Killing, Elvis in Concert, Kevin James and Solo Mio, Avatar, Zootopia 2 and much more.  Tell your friends, be informed, come back for more.

And don't forget to listen to John and Frankie every Sunday night on the Movie Shwo from 8:05 to 9pm on radio station 950 KPRC. You can find us on the KPRC website at kprcradio.iheart.com, or on the iHeart radio app live at iheart.com/live/2277.from anywhere in the world.

You can also see us on you tube  https://www.youtube.com/@JohnWesleyDowney

or visit us on https://www.instagram.com/truefilmfan/]]>3146animatedmovies,boxoffice,boxofficenumbers,boxofficereport,disney,hollywood,imax,johnandfrankie,movies,movietheaters,netflix,paramount,truefilmfan,universalstudios,warnerbrothers,weekendboxofficefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-and-frankie-review-the-oscar-nominated-train-dreams-and-midwinter-break--70384455John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland review TRAIN DREAMS, a movie nominated for four Oscars including Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography and Best Original Song.  The movie stars Joel Edgerton and Felicity Jones.  

Plot. The film recounts the 80 years of the life of Robert Grainier around Bonners Ferry, Idaho. Arriving in the area on the Great Northern Railway as an orphaned child, Robert drops out of school and spends his younger years without direction or purpose, until he meets Gladys Olding. 

This review is followed by Frankie giving his review for MIDWINTER BREAK, Starring Ciaran Hinds and Leslie Manville as a couple traveling to Amserdam and trying to heal their marriage.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70384455Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:50:22 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland review TRAIN DREAMS, a movie nominated for four Oscars including Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography and Best Original Song.  The movie stars Joel Edgerton and Felicity Jones.   Plot....John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland review TRAIN DREAMS, a movie nominated for four Oscars including Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography and Best Original Song.  The movie stars Joel Edgerton and Felicity Jones.  

Plot. The film recounts the 80 years of the life of Robert Grainier around Bonners Ferry, Idaho. Arriving in the area on the Great Northern Railway as an orphaned child, Robert drops out of school and spends his younger years without direction or purpose, until he meets Gladys Olding. 

This review is followed by Frankie giving his review for MIDWINTER BREAK, Starring Ciaran Hinds and Leslie Manville as a couple traveling to Amserdam and trying to heal their marriage.]]>704drama,midwinterbreak,moviereviews,oscars,traindreamsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-don-t-the-avatar-films-affect-people-emotionally-and-culturally--69203892John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland of the True Film Fan podcast (and the 950 KPRC Radio show) discuss the effectiveness of filmmakers Christopher Nolan and James Cameron's big budget movies.  Do they only connect with audiences through spectacle and special effects or is there an emotional component to their storytelling.  Other projects such as Big Fish, True Lies and The Prestige also become a part of the exploration of the work of these major filmmakers.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69203892Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:34:42 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland of the True Film Fan podcast (and the 950 KPRC Radio show) discuss the effectiveness of filmmakers Christopher Nolan and James Cameron's big budget movies.  Do they only connect with audiences through...John Wesley Downey and Frankie Westmoreland of the True Film Fan podcast (and the 950 KPRC Radio show) discuss the effectiveness of filmmakers Christopher Nolan and James Cameron's big budget movies.  Do they only connect with audiences through spectacle and special effects or is there an emotional component to their storytelling.  Other projects such as Big Fish, True Lies and The Prestige also become a part of the exploration of the work of these major filmmakers.]]>2868avatarfireandash,bigbudgetfilms,bigfish,chrisophernolan,jamescameron,theodyssey,timburton,trueliesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alternative-cinema-is-alive-and-well-as-we-explore-indie-filmmaking-with-filmmaker-tim-thomson--68128513This week John Wesley Downey interviews Tim Thomson, an independent filmmaker, film editor and post production supervisor, and creative artist. Tim is also active in supporting and doing design work in the local theater community, including the Catastrophic Theater.  The podcast takes a turn this week toward less mainstream filmmaking and a fun ride it was.  Turns out VHS films from the 80s and 90s, especially scifi and horror and new distribution and restoration of some of this DIY filmmaking is underway with companies such as Vinegar Syndrome.  Tim and John talked about film's enduring popularity and reach, including mainstream, independent and fringe.  Tim talked about his excitement that a film he made on the streets of Houston in 1992 with a rag tag team of film enthusiasts, as well as his writings about PROJECT OMICRON.  A wide ranging discussion with a seasoned filmmaker and creator well worth the time of anyone who wants to hear the latest on alternative filmmaking.  Tim's day job is with Staging solutions where he is Creative Director.
  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68128513Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:24:19 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)This week John Wesley Downey interviews Tim Thomson, an independent filmmaker, film editor and post production supervisor, and creative artist. Tim is also active in supporting and doing design work in the local theater community, including the...This week John Wesley Downey interviews Tim Thomson, an independent filmmaker, film editor and post production supervisor, and creative artist. Tim is also active in supporting and doing design work in the local theater community, including the Catastrophic Theater.  The podcast takes a turn this week toward less mainstream filmmaking and a fun ride it was.  Turns out VHS films from the 80s and 90s, especially scifi and horror and new distribution and restoration of some of this DIY filmmaking is underway with companies such as Vinegar Syndrome.  Tim and John talked about film's enduring popularity and reach, including mainstream, independent and fringe.  Tim talked about his excitement that a film he made on the streets of Houston in 1992 with a rag tag team of film enthusiasts, as well as his writings about PROJECT OMICRON.  A wide ranging discussion with a seasoned filmmaker and creator well worth the time of anyone who wants to hear the latest on alternative filmmaking.  Tim's day job is with Staging solutions where he is Creative Director.
  ]]>2952alternativecinema,driveintheater,filmdirector,indiefilmmaking,lunaticfringeproductions,noresistance,omicron,sov,subversivescifi,timthomson,vhs,vinegarsyndromefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boomer-gen-z-and-gen-x-reviewers-spotlight-jurassic-world-rebirth-the-marvel-thunderbolts-movie-and-the-dirty-dozen-from-1967--67326305THE TEAM
John Wesley Downey, Frankie Westmoreland and Bret Gipson are the multi-generational contributors to the TRUE FILM PODCAST. From Gen Z to Gen X to the Baby Boomers, we
give you a wide sampling of critical opinion.  What does the trio have in common?  They are
all passionate movie nerds who share the same love of movies, from the silent era
classics to the latest movies playing at the box office.

DINOSAURS,CRIMINALS AND SOLDIERS
This week John reviews the latest movie in the 32 year old Jurassic Dionosaur series, Jurassic
World Rebith, Bret checks out the Marvel Studio's The Thunderbolts and Frankie climbs into a
time machine to check out the 1967 war film classici The Dirty Dozen.  Surprisingly it turns out
Thunderbolts and Diirty Dozen share similar story elements.  The idea of taking  criminals and
giving them  a chance to reddem themsleves through performing a heroic mission is at the core
of both films.  And that provides lots of fule for fun discussion.

COMING ATTRACTIONS
Next week we'll talk about the Naken Gun movie starring Liam Neeson, and a disastrous remake of War of the Worlds.  And in light of the death of astronaut Jim Lovell who was captain of Apollo 13,
we'll discuss the Apoolo 13 film by rRn Howard that captured the true drama for all time.

SOCIAL MEDIA
If you enjoy our podcast, visit us on Facebook on the True Film Fan page for more information.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67326305Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:07:59 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)THE TEAM John Wesley Downey, Frankie Westmoreland and Bret Gipson are the multi-generational contributors to the TRUE FILM PODCAST. From Gen Z to Gen X to the Baby Boomers, we give you a wide sampling of critical opinion.  What does the trio have in...THE TEAM
John Wesley Downey, Frankie Westmoreland and Bret Gipson are the multi-generational contributors to the TRUE FILM PODCAST. From Gen Z to Gen X to the Baby Boomers, we
give you a wide sampling of critical opinion.  What does the trio have in common?  They are
all passionate movie nerds who share the same love of movies, from the silent era
classics to the latest movies playing at the box office.

DINOSAURS,CRIMINALS AND SOLDIERS
This week John reviews the latest movie in the 32 year old Jurassic Dionosaur series, Jurassic
World Rebith, Bret checks out the Marvel Studio's The Thunderbolts and Frankie climbs into a
time machine to check out the 1967 war film classici The Dirty Dozen.  Surprisingly it turns out
Thunderbolts and Diirty Dozen share similar story elements.  The idea of taking  criminals and
giving them  a chance to reddem themsleves through performing a heroic mission is at the core
of both films.  And that provides lots of fule for fun discussion.

COMING ATTRACTIONS
Next week we'll talk about the Naken Gun movie starring Liam Neeson, and a disastrous remake of War of the Worlds.  And in light of the death of astronaut Jim Lovell who was captain of Apollo 13,
we'll discuss the Apoolo 13 film by rRn Howard that captured the true drama for all time.

SOCIAL MEDIA
If you enjoy our podcast, visit us on Facebook on the True Film Fan page for more information.]]>2807cgi,cinemaniac,dinosaurs,dirtydozen,filmcritic,filmgeek,filmnerd,filmreviews,mahershalaali,marvel,mcu,michaelchrichton,scarlettjohansson,thethunderbolts,warfilmfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/minecraft-movie-debut-dominates-world-wide-box-office--65647506Minecraft is a super popular vidoogame that has long been a favorite of video gamers world wide.  But the  movie version has debuted to huge tickets sales at theaters all over the world.  While it does star Jack Black and Jason Momoa and was directed by Jared Hess (Nacho Libre, Napoleon Dynamiite) it's not the stars or the director that's the appeal.  It's the Minecraft brand.

To explain this phenomena, John Wesley Downey brings in Zach Killian, the creator of the highly popular You Tube Channel WOW SUCH GAMING to discuss the game's populaiirty and it's transfer to the big screen.  

This is part one of a two part interview.  In part two, Zach will talk about his video gaming channel, Zombies and the classic Zombie movie, SHAUN OF THE DEAD.

Enjoy this podcast on the giant box office success of Minecraft and follow this podcast channel (hit the follow button) so you won't miss part two and Zombies and Shaun of tghe Dead.

Thanks for listening!
JohnDowney2@iheartmedia.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65647506Mon, 21 Apr 2025 06:25:27 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)Minecraft is a super popular vidoogame that has long been a favorite of video gamers world wide.  But the  movie version has debuted to huge tickets sales at theaters all over the world.  While it does star Jack Black and Jason Momoa and was directed...Minecraft is a super popular vidoogame that has long been a favorite of video gamers world wide.  But the  movie version has debuted to huge tickets sales at theaters all over the world.  While it does star Jack Black and Jason Momoa and was directed by Jared Hess (Nacho Libre, Napoleon Dynamiite) it's not the stars or the director that's the appeal.  It's the Minecraft brand.

To explain this phenomena, John Wesley Downey brings in Zach Killian, the creator of the highly popular You Tube Channel WOW SUCH GAMING to discuss the game's populaiirty and it's transfer to the big screen.  

This is part one of a two part interview.  In part two, Zach will talk about his video gaming channel, Zombies and the classic Zombie movie, SHAUN OF THE DEAD.

Enjoy this podcast on the giant box office success of Minecraft and follow this podcast channel (hit the follow button) so you won't miss part two and Zombies and Shaun of tghe Dead.

Thanks for listening!
JohnDowney2@iheartmedia.com]]>5823thelastofus,boxoffice,gamer,jackblack,jaredhess,jasonmomoa,johnwesleydowney,minecraft,movie,podcast,shaunofthedead,truefilmfan,videogame,wowsuchgaming,zombiesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gun-safety-on-film-sets-how-it-s-handled-and-what-went-wrong-on-rust-and-the-crow--64743231On October 21, 2021, at the Bonanza Creek Ranch in Bonanza City, New Mexico, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot and director Joel Souza was injured on the set of the film Rust when a live round was discharged from a prop revolver that actor Alec Baldwin was using. - Wikipedia

This film set tragedy ignited a discussion in the world of film and video production on the handling of guns on sets as well as raising questions about how accidents such as this can be prevented. Now TRUE FILM FAN brings you a comprehensive 63 minute interview with Dutch Merrick, a long time property master and armorer with three decades of film industry experience.

Both the RUST shooting as well as the 1993 death of actor Brandon Lee on the set of THE CROW are discussed in detail.  Dutch also talks about a book he wrote on film set gun safety practices and talks about the courses he offers in gun safety both in Los Angeles and touring the country.

John Wesley Downey
TRUE FILM FAN


]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64743231Fri, 07 Mar 2025 07:32:40 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)On October 21, 2021, at the Bonanza Creek Ranch in https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bonanza_City,_New_Mexico, cinematographer https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halyna_Hutchins was fatally shot and director https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joel_Souza was injured...On October 21, 2021, at the Bonanza Creek Ranch in Bonanza City, New Mexico, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot and director Joel Souza was injured on the set of the film Rust when a live round was discharged from a prop revolver that actor Alec Baldwin was using. - Wikipedia

This film set tragedy ignited a discussion in the world of film and video production on the handling of guns on sets as well as raising questions about how accidents such as this can be prevented. Now TRUE FILM FAN brings you a comprehensive 63 minute interview with Dutch Merrick, a long time property master and armorer with three decades of film industry experience.

Both the RUST shooting as well as the 1993 death of actor Brandon Lee on the set of THE CROW are discussed in detail.  Dutch also talks about a book he wrote on film set gun safety practices and talks about the courses he offers in gun safety both in Los Angeles and touring the country.

John Wesley Downey
TRUE FILM FAN


]]>3797actors,alecbaldwin,armorer,assistanddirecto,brandonlee,dutchmerrick,filmcrews,filmindustry,gunsafety,halnahutchins,hannagutierrezreed,joesouza,moviesets,rust,thecrowfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/true-film-fan-interviews-documentary-filmmaker-on-runaway-radio-about-legendary-radio-station-klol--62509260Mike McGuff about his movie RUNAWAY RADIO which focuses on Houston's rock station KLOL which for decades was Houston's feisty, unvonventional radio rogue complee with a cast of distinctive personalities who brokes the rules and gained a loyal audience.  Stevens and Pruett, Colonel St. James, Dayna Steele, Outlaw Dave, Crash and more along with the station's colorful logo and bizarre antics were a huge part of what Houston was from 1970 to the early 2000s.  Downey also discusses McGuff's 14 year journey and battle to get the film made and completed.  Houston radio fans and media buffs will find a lot to consider here, a trip down memory lane that is full of surprises.  

IMPORTANT PROGRAMMING NOTE for next week's holiday Halloween weekend.  John will explore the horror classic THE EXORCIST from all angles, it's origins, behind the scenes trivia, John's unique experience with the film, lots of "how they did it" info and a full leplanation of the film for those who didn't get it the first time around.  It's called THE EXORCIST PHENOMENON - THE DEVIL'S IN THE DETAILS next week on John Wesley Downey's TRUE FILM  FAN podcast.

Don't forget to hit FOLLOW so you can hear future episodes covering the world of movies.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62509260Sat, 26 Oct 2024 03:55:40 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)in this lengthy, in depth interview host John Wesley Downey interviews documentary filmmaker Mike McGuff about his movie RUNAWAY RADIO which focuses on Houston's rock station KLOL which for decades was Houston's feisty, unvonventional radio rogue...Mike McGuff about his movie RUNAWAY RADIO which focuses on Houston's rock station KLOL which for decades was Houston's feisty, unvonventional radio rogue complee with a cast of distinctive personalities who brokes the rules and gained a loyal audience.  Stevens and Pruett, Colonel St. James, Dayna Steele, Outlaw Dave, Crash and more along with the station's colorful logo and bizarre antics were a huge part of what Houston was from 1970 to the early 2000s.  Downey also discusses McGuff's 14 year journey and battle to get the film made and completed.  Houston radio fans and media buffs will find a lot to consider here, a trip down memory lane that is full of surprises.  

IMPORTANT PROGRAMMING NOTE for next week's holiday Halloween weekend.  John will explore the horror classic THE EXORCIST from all angles, it's origins, behind the scenes trivia, John's unique experience with the film, lots of "how they did it" info and a full leplanation of the film for those who didn't get it the first time around.  It's called THE EXORCIST PHENOMENON - THE DEVIL'S IN THE DETAILS next week on John Wesley Downey's TRUE FILM  FAN podcast.

Don't forget to hit FOLLOW so you can hear future episodes covering the world of movies.]]>3063daynesteel,documentary,filmmaking,houstonhiistory,mikemcguff,patfant,radio,rockandroll,runawayradio,shockjock,stevensandpruett,texasradiofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/actor-james-earl-jones-dead-at-93-star-of-movies-tv-stage-and-animation--61318369He voiced Darth Vader in Star Wars and Mufasa in the Lion King.  He appeared in over 80 movies including Field of Dreams, Conan\, The Hunt for Red October, Dr. Strangelove, Coming to America and more.  He had a Broadway career too.  He won all lthe big show biz awards, Emmy, Oscar, Tony and Grammy.  The podcast contains an interesting story about how James Earl Jones' family will benefit financially from Jones amazing voice, long after his passing.

Please share this podcast and follow us for more great cinematic content on the I Heart Radio app.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61318369Tue, 10 Sep 2024 05:59:00 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)He voiced Darth Vader in Star Wars and Mufasa in the Lion King.  He appeared in over 80 movies including Field of Dreams, Conan\, The Hunt for Red October, Dr. Strangelove, Coming to America and more.  He had a Broadway career too.  He won all lthe...He voiced Darth Vader in Star Wars and Mufasa in the Lion King.  He appeared in over 80 movies including Field of Dreams, Conan\, The Hunt for Red October, Dr. Strangelove, Coming to America and more.  He had a Broadway career too.  He won all lthe big show biz awards, Emmy, Oscar, Tony and Grammy.  The podcast contains an interesting story about how James Earl Jones' family will benefit financially from Jones amazing voice, long after his passing.

Please share this podcast and follow us for more great cinematic content on the I Heart Radio app.]]>98actor,emmy,grammy,jamesearljones,oscar,starwars,thelionking,tony,voiceoverfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/true-film-fan-tim-burton-doubles-the-fun-in-beetlejuice-beetlejuice-sequel--61293245This podcasts focuses on The Wizard of Odd, American film director Tim Burton,
the filmmaker who launched the modern era super hero blockbuster with Batman
in 1989, has created such memorable characters as Edward Scissorhands and
Jack Skellington in his Halloween/Christmas stop motion animated classic 
THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS, and brought the Broadway musical
SWEENEY TODD to cinematic form.  Prolific, creative and practically his own
genre, Tim has a sequel to his 1988 comedy horror film BEETLEJUICE in the
theatres and John Wesley Downey, host of True Film Fan, GIVES YOU LOTS OF
so you can decide if you want to see it.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61293245Sat, 07 Sep 2024 11:02:35 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)This podcasts focuses on The Wizard of Odd, American film director Tim Burton, the filmmaker who launched the modern era super hero blockbuster with Batman in 1989, has created such memorable characters as Edward Scissorhands and Jack Skellington in...This podcasts focuses on The Wizard of Odd, American film director Tim Burton,
the filmmaker who launched the modern era super hero blockbuster with Batman
in 1989, has created such memorable characters as Edward Scissorhands and
Jack Skellington in his Halloween/Christmas stop motion animated classic 
THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS, and brought the Broadway musical
SWEENEY TODD to cinematic form.  Prolific, creative and practically his own
genre, Tim has a sequel to his 1988 comedy horror film BEETLEJUICE in the
theatres and John Wesley Downey, host of True Film Fan, GIVES YOU LOTS OF
so you can decide if you want to see it.]]>726beetlejuice,beetlejuicebeetlejuice,dannydevito,edwardscissorhands,horrorcomedy,jennaortega,michaelkeaton,nightmarebeforechristmas,sequel,timburton,willemdafoe,winonaryderfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rob-saucedo-talks-about-the-re-opening-of-iconic-river-oaks-movie-theatre--60915030Cinephile Rob Saucedo is already well known to movie fans in Texas for his 13 year tenure as Manager, booker and creative director at the popular upscale Alamo Drafthouse Theater chain.

Now Rob has taken on a new challenge.  When the effects of covid shut down the legendary
Ricer Oaks theater, passionate Houston film fans were devastated.  This landmark venue had been playing movies in Houston since November 1939.  It appeared it would not survide the covid era. 

But now, a new company has rescued the property and hired Rob Saucedo to put the River Oaks theater back on the map with all the flair he demonstrated in his previous position at the Alamo Drafthouse.

If you're a film fanatic you'll enjoy this 35 minute journey into film with host John Wesley Downey and author/cinephile Rob Saucedo.  Please like, share and follow for the latest uploads of True film Fan.

Don't forget to like, subscribe (follow) for the movie podcast all of Houston is talking about,
TRUE FILM FAN.


]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60915030Sun, 04 Aug 2024 07:15:52 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)Cinephile Rob Saucedo is already well known to movie fans in Texas for his 13 year tenure as Manager, booker and creative director at the popular upscale Alamo Drafthouse Theater chain. Now Rob has taken on a new challenge.  When the effects of covid...Cinephile Rob Saucedo is already well known to movie fans in Texas for his 13 year tenure as Manager, booker and creative director at the popular upscale Alamo Drafthouse Theater chain.

Now Rob has taken on a new challenge.  When the effects of covid shut down the legendary
Ricer Oaks theater, passionate Houston film fans were devastated.  This landmark venue had been playing movies in Houston since November 1939.  It appeared it would not survide the covid era. 

But now, a new company has rescued the property and hired Rob Saucedo to put the River Oaks theater back on the map with all the flair he demonstrated in his previous position at the Alamo Drafthouse.

If you're a film fanatic you'll enjoy this 35 minute journey into film with host John Wesley Downey and author/cinephile Rob Saucedo.  Please like, share and follow for the latest uploads of True film Fan.

Don't forget to like, subscribe (follow) for the movie podcast all of Houston is talking about,
TRUE FILM FAN.


]]>2124cinephile,classicfilms,filmmaker,filmnerd,horrormovies,independentfilm,indiefilm,moviefan,riveroakstheater,robsaucedo,screenplay,stargrillcinema,truefilmfanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/memorial-day-salute-to-saving-private-ryan--60183559Memorial Day is when we remember and pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed in the U.S. military in order for us to be free.  In the film world, no  movie does that better than SAVING PRIVATE RYAN . 

Director Steven Spielberg has said he made Schindler's List for his m other and SAVING PRIVATE RYAN for his father.  His father Arnold served in India and the Pacific in World War II in the Signal Corps.  The film puts the compassion for a mother who has lost three sons on display alongside the horrors of war and the price of freedom.  Please listen to my commentary on this great film and reflect on and appreciate the sacrifices of American soliders on this Memorial Day. 

Thanks for listening and please follow the podcast so you never miss what's going on here on TRUE FILM FAN.  Thanks!

John Wesley Downey
JohnDowney2@iheartmedia.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60183559Mon, 27 May 2024 05:27:53 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)     Memorial Day is when we remember and pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed in the U.S. military in order for us to be free.  In the film world, no  movie does that better than SAVING PRIVATE RYAN .  Director Steven Spielberg has...Memorial Day is when we remember and pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed in the U.S. military in order for us to be free.  In the film world, no  movie does that better than SAVING PRIVATE RYAN . 

Director Steven Spielberg has said he made Schindler's List for his m other and SAVING PRIVATE RYAN for his father.  His father Arnold served in India and the Pacific in World War II in the Signal Corps.  The film puts the compassion for a mother who has lost three sons on display alongside the horrors of war and the price of freedom.  Please listen to my commentary on this great film and reflect on and appreciate the sacrifices of American soliders on this Memorial Day. 

Thanks for listening and please follow the podcast so you never miss what's going on here on TRUE FILM FAN.  Thanks!

John Wesley Downey
JohnDowney2@iheartmedia.com]]>3473truefilmfan,ddayinvasion,filmcritic,mattdamon,memorialdaysalute,normanyinvasion,omahabeach,oscar,savingprivateryan,stevenspielberg,tomhanks,warmovie,worldwariifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-epic-film-starting-shooting-63-years-ago-today--60055896             achievements in movie hitosry, the epic LAWRENCE OF ARABIA.  Get the basics
             on this landmark film and it's incredible influence on today's filmmakers such as
             Steven Spielberg. Listen to the podcast and use the share button to ciculate it
             among your fellow film fans.

              John Wesley Downey
               TRUE FILM FAN]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60055896Thu, 16 May 2024 05:45:14 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)             On May 15th, 1961 the cameras rolled for the first time on one of the greatest              achievements in movie hitosry, the epic LAWRENCE OF ARABIA.  Get the basics              on this landmark film and it's incredible influence on...             achievements in movie hitosry, the epic LAWRENCE OF ARABIA.  Get the basics
             on this landmark film and it's incredible influence on today's filmmakers such as
             Steven Spielberg. Listen to the podcast and use the share button to ciculate it
             among your fellow film fans.

              John Wesley Downey
               TRUE FILM FAN]]>176falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gollum-gets-his-own-lord-of-the-rings-movie--59988141Warner Brothers has announced a new Lord of the Rings movie will be
made called "The Hunt for Gollum."  You'll never guess who directs it.
It's a few years away, but the irony is, a bunch of fans already did this
years ago.  Huh?  Listen to the podcast for all the details from your host
John Wesley Downey as well as a glimpse into the EXCITING future of the 
True Film Fan FULL LENGTH episodes coming this summer that will delight
every serious, true film fan.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59988141Sun, 12 May 2024 07:47:53 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)Warner Brothers has announced a new Lord of the Rings movie will be made called "The Hunt for Gollum."  You'll never guess who directs it. It's a few years away, but the irony is, a bunch of fans already did this years ago.  Huh?  Listen to the...Warner Brothers has announced a new Lord of the Rings movie will be
made called "The Hunt for Gollum."  You'll never guess who directs it.
It's a few years away, but the irony is, a bunch of fans already did this
years ago.  Huh?  Listen to the podcast for all the details from your host
John Wesley Downey as well as a glimpse into the EXCITING future of the 
True Film Fan FULL LENGTH episodes coming this summer that will delight
every serious, true film fan.

]]>465falsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-latest-movie-news-update--59868302 John Wesley Downey updates True Film Fans on this past weekend's
   box office results, which include a movie from 1999 (!), the Star Wars
   prequel the Phantom Meance due to the May Fourth Be with You weekend.
   Ryan Gosling is # 1 but did the movie cost too much? 

    We'll salute to a fan favorite  Bernard Hilll RIP who played iconic roles in
    Lord of the Rings (Theoden) and Titanic  (The Captain).  
 
   John will alert you to cool episodes of True ilm Fan that include
    "The Devil's in the Details" a deep dive into the 1973 horror classic
   The Exorcist.  A fun episode spotlighting sports films.  And a look at the battle
   on set between Stanley Kubrick and Shelley Duvall.  John says internet information
   on that story is wrong and needs more information and contest, and he'll have it for
   you.  So subscrie and tell outhers about the  True Film Fan podcast available on
   your I Heart Radio app or whever you get your podcasts.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59868302Mon, 06 May 2024 10:39:41 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)  John Wesley Downey updates True Film Fans on this past weekend's    box office results, which include a movie from 1999 (!), the Star Wars    prequel the Phantom Meance due to the May Fourth Be with You weekend.    Ryan Gosling is # 1 but did the... John Wesley Downey updates True Film Fans on this past weekend's
   box office results, which include a movie from 1999 (!), the Star Wars
   prequel the Phantom Meance due to the May Fourth Be with You weekend.
   Ryan Gosling is # 1 but did the movie cost too much? 

    We'll salute to a fan favorite  Bernard Hilll RIP who played iconic roles in
    Lord of the Rings (Theoden) and Titanic  (The Captain).  
 
   John will alert you to cool episodes of True ilm Fan that include
    "The Devil's in the Details" a deep dive into the 1973 horror classic
   The Exorcist.  A fun episode spotlighting sports films.  And a look at the battle
   on set between Stanley Kubrick and Shelley Duvall.  John says internet information
   on that story is wrong and needs more information and contest, and he'll have it for
   you.  So subscrie and tell outhers about the  True Film Fan podcast available on
   your I Heart Radio app or whever you get your podcasts.]]>399bernardhill,boxoffice,civilwaar,lordoftherings,maythefourthbewithyoou,p-hantommenace,sportsmovies,stanleykubrick,starwars,theexorcistfalse12bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-christopher-nolan-is-a-superstar-director--59247641https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59247641Mon, 01 Apr 2024 14:24:11 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)294falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/true-film-fan--59247637https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59247637Mon, 01 Apr 2024 14:04:33 +0000KTRH (KTRH-AM)63falsefull