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Late Fee Files is a movie podcast hosted by Brian Stevens and Adam Khromachou—two lifelong film buffs raised on the golden age of video stores, Friday night rentals, and worn-out VHS tapes. Each week, Brian and Adam dig through the cinematic archives to revisit the forgotten gems, cult classics, and under-the-radar oddities that once filled the shelves of your local rental shop. Whether it’s a blockbuster that didn’t get its due or a straight-to-video fever dream you swear only you remember, they’re here to rewind it, rewatch it, and break it all down.
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- 6 days ago2h 0m
The 1996 Summer Movie Draft with MovieDeathBlow
The Late Fee Files are going back to the summer of 1996! In this special episode, we're joined by MovieDeathBlow for an epic movie draft featuring some of the biggest, weirdest, wildest, and most memorable films released that summer.From action and comedy to horror, drama, and cult classics, we're building our ultimate 1996 movie rosters and battling it out to see who can draft the best lineup. It's a trip back to one of the most memorable summers in '90s cinema, packed with nostalgia, debate, hot takes, and plenty of movie talk.Who drafted the ultimate 1996 movie lineup? Listen now and decide for yourself!#LateFeeFiles #MovieDraft #1996Movies #90sMovies #MoviePodcast #MovieDeathBlow #90sNostalgia #FilmPodcast
- 3 weeks ago1h 19m
The 'Burbs (1989) & Death to Smoochy (2002)
This week on Late Fee Files, we're joined by Dan, aka Reel Takes, to discuss two certified cult classics.First, we head to suburbia with The 'Burbs, where Tom Hanks leads a pitch-perfect dark comedy about paranoid neighbors convinced the strange family next door is hiding a deadly secret. Then we jump into the colorful chaos of Death to Smoochy, Danny DeVito's outrageous black comedy starring Robin Williams and Edward Norton. Once dismissed by critics and audiences, the film has since found a loyal cult following. We discuss what works, what doesn't, and whether this misunderstood comedy deserves a second look.From suburban paranoia to purple rhinos, join us as we run to the video store.
- Jun 20, 20261h 0m
Cobra (1986) & Cyborg (1989)
This week on Late Fee Files, we’re diving into the neon-soaked, muscle-bound world of late ‘80s action movies with two VHS-era fever dreams: Cobra and Cyborg.First up, Sylvester Stallone brings the sunglasses, one-liners, and exploding bad guys in Cobra a movie where subtlety takes a backseat to leather jackets, giant knives, and a hero who solves every problem with a combination of intimidation and a .45. We break down the wild action, the strange humor, the “is this actually a movie or a very expensive music video?” energy, and why Cobra remains one of the ultimate examples of ‘80s action excess.Then we jump into Jean-Claude Van Damme’s wasteland adventure Cyborg, a gritty sci-fi brawler filled with broken futures, sword fights, villains who chew through every scene, and a surprising amount of philosophical moodiness between the kicks. We explore the movie’s strange production history, its comic book atmosphere, and why it became a cult favorite among VHS action fans.Two heroes. Two outrageous worlds. One trip back to the video store. Late Fee Files rewinds Cobra and Cyborg to find out what made these action oddities unforgettable.
- Jun 3, 20261h 28m
Coneheads (1993) & Nothing But Trouble (1991)
Adam and Brian head into the weird, wild world of Dan Aykroyd with a double feature that's equal parts cult classic and cinematic fever dream: Coneheads and Nothing But Trouble. Joining them for the ride is special guest Kevin from the Reel for Real Podcast.First, the crew beams up to suburbia with Coneheads, the 1993 comedy based on the beloved Saturday Night Live sketch. Starring Dan Aykroyd, Jane Curtin, and Michelle Burke, the film follows a family of extraterrestrials trying to blend into everyday American life while avoiding government agents and navigating the absurdities of human culture. The guys discuss the film's surprising heart, its stacked cast, and whether this oddball sci-fi comedy deserved a better reputation.Then things get truly bizarre with Nothing But Trouble, Dan Aykroyd's infamous directorial debut. Featuring Chevy Chase, Demi Moore, John Candy, and Aykroyd himself in multiple unforgettable roles, this dark comedy nightmare traps its characters in a grotesque small-town justice system unlike anything ever put on film. The hosts break down the movie's insane production, legendary practical effects, bizarre humor, and why it remains one of the most divisive cult movies of the 1990s.So grab a six-pack of Conehead brew, avoid the Bone Stripper, and join us for a journey into two of the strangest comedies ever unleashed on unsuspecting video store shelves.
- May 23, 20261h 4m
Sudden Death (1995) & Timecop (1994)
In this episode of Late Fee Files, Adam and Brian lock in for a double feature of Jean-Claude Van Damme at peak ‘90s action glory with Timecop and Sudden Death. First up, we head to a packed hockey arena for Sudden Death, a Die Hard-inspired thriller that turns Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals into total chaos. Hyams throws Van Damme into a hostage situation filled with explosions, mascots, terrorists, and pure mid-’90s action insanity. From the unforgettable kitchen fight to the legendary showdown with the Pittsburgh Penguins mascot, Sudden Death became a cult favorite for action fans who grew up catching it on HBO, TNT, and weekend network TV marathons.Then we punch through the space-time continuum with Timecop, the slick sci-fi action thriller where Van Damme plays a cop policing time travel itself. Also directed by Peter Hyams and loaded with neon-soaked future tech, brutal fight scenes, and one of the wildest political conspiracy plots of the decade, the film became one of JCVD’s biggest hits and a staple of VHS shelves and late-night cable rotation.We break down the rise of Van Damme as an international action icon, the unique energy of ‘90s studio action movies, the era of high-concept thrillers, and why both films still hold up as endlessly rewatchable cable classics. So grab your Blockbuster card, rewind the tape, and join us for a trip back to the golden age of explosive action cinema.
- May 8, 202658 min
Above The Rim (1994) & Celtic Pride (1996)
Adam and Brian hit the hardwood with Above the Rim and Celtic Pride. First up, we head to the streets and courts of New York City with Above the Rim, a basketball drama directed by Jeff Pollack. Starring Duane Martin, Tupac Shakur, and Marlon Wayans, the film follows a promising high school basketball star caught between opportunity, loyalty, and the dangerous influences surrounding him. We get into the film’s raw energy, its memorable soundtrack, and how it captures the pressure of trying to rise above your circumstances while being pulled in different directions.Then we trade streetball intensity for pure 90s chaos with Celtic Pride, a sports comedy that could only come from a very specific era. Directed by Tom DeCerchio and starring Damon Wayans, Daniel Stern, and Dan Aykroyd, the film follows two diehard fans whose devotion to the Boston Celtics leads them to make one unbelievably dumb decision in the name of team loyalty. We talk about the film’s ridiculous premise, its over the top performances, and why it feels like a strange time capsule of sports fandom gone completely off the rails.Join us as we break down two wildly different basketball movies that explore ambition, obsession, and what people are willing to risk for the game they love. Lace up your sneakers and hit the court.
- Apr 27, 20261h 10m
The Fan (1996) & Major League (1989)
Adam and Brian take us out to the all-ballgame with The Fan and Major League. First up, we step into the darker side of fandom with The Fan, a psychological sports thriller directed by Tony Scott. Starring Robert De Niro and Wesley Snipes, the film follows a lonely, unhinged superfan whose fixation on his favorite player begins to spiral into something far more dangerous. We get into the film’s intense performances, its exploration of identity and isolation, and how it taps into the unsettling reality of what happens when admiration turns into entitlement.Then we head to the mistake by the lake for Major League, a complete tonal shift that still keeps us firmly in the world of baseball. Directed by David S. Ward and starring Charlie Sheen, Tom Berenger, and Corbin Bernsen, the film follows a ragtag group of misfits brought together on a team designed to fail. We talk about its sharp humor, its underdog energy, and why its characters and one-liners have stuck around for decades. Join us as we break down two very different baseball stories that show both the joy of the game and the chaos that can come with caring a little too much.Dig in your cleats and get ready to swing...
- Apr 6, 20261h 13m
Colors (1988) & Falling Down (1993)
In this episode of Late Fee Files, we dive into a double feature fueled by heat, tension, and Los Angeles on the brink: Colors and Falling Down. First up, we hit the streets with Colors, Dennis Hopper’s gritty look at gang culture and the cops caught in the middle of it. Starring Robert Duvall and Sean Penn, the film follows a veteran officer and his impulsive rookie partner as they navigate a world where every decision carries weight and consequences rarely feel fair. We get into the film’s raw, almost documentary-like style, its unflinching portrayal of systemic cycles, and how it captures a city constantly simmering just below the surface.Then we shift gears but not locations, with Falling Down, a darkly satirical descent into one man’s breaking point. Led by a chilling performance from Michael Douglas and directed by Joel Schumacher, the film tracks an ordinary man pushed past his limits as he spirals through a day in Los Angeles that quickly turns unpredictable and dangerous. We talk about the film’s uneasy balance of humor and horror, its commentary on frustration and entitlement, and why it still sparks debate decades later. Buckle up and join us as we unpack two films that explore what happens when pressure builds and finally explodes.
About Late Fee Files
Late Fee Files is a movie podcast hosted by Brian Stevens and Adam Khromachou—two lifelong film buffs raised on the golden age of video stores, Friday night rentals, and worn-out VHS tapes. Each week, Brian and Adam dig through the cinematic archives to revisit the forgotten gems, cult classics, and under-the-radar oddities that once filled the shelves of your local rental shop. Whether it’s a blockbuster that didn’t get its due or a straight-to-video fever dream you swear only you remember, they’re here to rewind it, rewatch it, and break it all down.
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