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This week I'm reviewing Henri-Georges Clouzot's "The Wages of Fear". This is an adaptation of a novel of the same name and is about four men on a mission to drive two trucks filled with nitro glycerin across the south american jungle. This is a must see movie. It would later be remade as "Sorecerer" directed by William Friedkin. I highly recommend both films and must say that the less you know the btter. Go watch this and/or Sorcerer blind and then come back and listen to this podcast.

This week I'm revisiting The Spy Who Loved Me. This time joined by frequent guest Matt.

Watch on YouTube In this episode of Drinks and a Movie Podcast, we sit down with filmmaker Brandon Rice to dive into his heartfelt and fascinating new documentary, Behind the Beard: Making Santa Real. We explore the world of professional Santas, the dedication it takes to embody one of the most iconic figures in holiday culture, and the emotional, surprising, and often humorous journey behind the red suit. Brandon shares behind-the-scenes stories from the making of the film, the real people who bring Santa Claus to life, and what it truly means to “be” Santa in today’s world. Whether you’re a film lover, a holiday enthusiast, or just someone who enjoys a great behind-the-scenes story, this conversation is packed with insight into documentary filmmaking, character-driven storytelling, and the magic of believing. 🎥 Special Screening Announcement: Catch Behind the Beard: Making Santa Real on the big screen at the Riverside International Film Festival on Friday, April 10th at 7:20 PM—don’t miss your chance to experience this unique and heartwarming film in theaters!  🍹 Pour yourself a drink, settle in, and join us for a conversation about film, passion, and the enduring spirit of Santa Claus.

Posting this recording from a few weeks ago where I disucss 3 Mario Bava films. Black Sabbath, Rabid Dogs aka Kidnapped, and Shock.

This week I'm joined by my friend and first time guest Hector to discuss a film from the legendary Chuck Norris (Rest in Peace). We're reviewing Lone Wolf McQuade. We pair this one with a 131 proof Old Forester Single Barrel Rye and a Tomahawk ribeye steak.

Watch this episode on YouTube Revisiting Dr. No one year after my first watch and original podcast review. Did my opinion change? Does the first James Bond movie still hold up today? Here’s my honest re-review.

Matt joins me to disucss one of my favorite spaghetti westerns, "The Hellbenders" directed by Sergio Corbucci. We also review tyhe new Nelson's Greenbrier Single Barrel Tennessee Whiskey. This is a wheated bourbon coming out of Nashville and the latest release out of Nelson's Greenbrier Distillery. Cheers!

It's another Friday the 13th this year so we're talking about the 3rd film in the Jason Voorhees saga.

Carissa and I sip some rum and review Scream 7. Is it a hit or miss? Listen to get our thoughts on this next entry in the franchise.

No drink for this one. I'm reviewing a Disney film that I feel may have fallen into obscurity. This is The Rocketeer from 1991. A movie well worth watching if you've never seen it and wel worth re-visiting if you haven't seen it since childhood like me.

Watch this episode HERE With Scream 7 coming out this Friday, we’re ranking all 6 Scream movies 🔪  From Scream to Scream VI, here’s our franchise ranking going into the next chapter. Where does your favorite rank? And where do you think Scream 7 will end up?

This week Matt joins me to chat about Timothy Daltons first James Bond outing, "The Living Daylights".  Now that i've seen all the Bond films and I've had some time apart, I wanted to revisit this one to see if my opinion on it has changed. Is this a top 10 Bond film for me now? I also get matts perspective on it as someone seeing it for the first time, and someone who has never seen any of the Roger Moore films that precede it. Since it was Valentines week when we recorded this I thought it would be nice to try a wine finished whiskey. Enter Nelson Brothers Mouvedre cask. From their site "Nelson Brothers Mourvèdre Cask brings a piece of the Sierra Foothills of California down to Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee. Southern grain meets Northern California grapes thanks to this partnership with Withers Winery out of Sonoma County.  Known to appeal to richer wine drinkers, Mourvedre brings notes of dark plum and cracked peppercorns to every bottle. The bourbon touts notes of cherry cobbler, almond, sweet mint and honey."

Happy Valentines Everybody! Today we have a special episode discussing our love for the 2025 romantic comedy slasher horror film Heart Eyes.

Grab your sleeping bag and pour something cold — today on Drinks and a Movie, we head back to Camp Crystal Lake for Friday the 13th Part 2. Of course, no episode is complete without a perfectly paired cocktail, and this time we’re mixing up a crisp daiquiri featuring Planteray White Rum — bright, punchy, and deceptively smooth. Between sips, we break down standout kills, behind-the-scenes stories, sequel-era filmmaking, and whether Part 2 deserves more love than it gets. 

Step back into early Hollywood with our review of The Broadway Melody, the second film ever to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. We explore this groundbreaking early musical, its impact on the transition to sound films, and whether its Oscar-winning legacy still holds up today. Join us for a fresh look at a classic that helped shape movie history.