The Bricked Pit

We’ve reached the bottom of the pit. This is our final show. Thanks for listening and being a part of our lives. Think fondly of us every time a stupid detail derails your enjoyment of a film.

We fed a few prompts into some LLMs to generate a fully AI written and produced Hallmark Christmas movie. Just to see. Does this mean AI is advanced or Hallmark movies are so bland they are easily duplicated? Tell us what you think

Join Josh, Jason, and Adam as they discuss how hunting is portrayed in movies. The hosts talk about how hunting can be a metaphor for power and how it is often used as a way to show that a character is upper class. They also discuss how the social strata of the hunter is often reflected by the prey they select. After the hunting discussion, Jason leads a review of The Legacy of a Whitetail Deer Hunter. This 2018 Netflix film stars Josh Brolin as Buck Ferguson, a famous hunter who takes his son, Jaden, on his first deer hunting trip. Danny McBride plays Buck's cameraman, Don, and Montana Jordan plays Jaden. If you're a fan of Danny McBride, you'll enjoy The Legacy of a Whitetail Deer Hunter. If you're not a fan, you might not like it. It’s a niche film that will appeal to certain audiences. The guys also talk about The Deer Hunter, and The Most Dangerous Game, and Mousehunt

Is it the economy, stupid? Or are lizard people pulling the strings? This episode dives into the wild world of election movies and TV, dissecting the tropes and trends that dominate the genre. From the crooked politician to the Mr. Smith-esque idealist, we unpack the characters and narratives that keep us glued to the screen. We also examine real-world campaign strategies, from the rise of podcasting to the impact of The War Room on modern politics. Tune in for a fun and insightful look at the enduring fascination with elections in entertainment.

## Halloween Nostalgia and Horror Films Relive your childhood Halloweens and explore some unique horror films in this special episode! The hosts reminisce about trick-or-treating adventures, from the excitement of scoring full-size candy bars to the disappointment of rainy Halloween nights. They also discuss the changing nature of Halloween, from its traditional roots to its modern commercialization. The episode features discussions of three Halloween-themed films: * The animated classic "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,"** which the hosts consider a staple of the season, sparking nostalgia and philosophical reflections on the meaning of Halloween. * The retro-style horror film "WNUF Halloween Special," ** which recreates the experience of watching a spooky public access TV program in the 1980s. * The cult classic "Halloween 3: Season of the Witch,"** which breaks from the Michael Myers formula and offers a unique blend of sci-fi, horror, and corporate conspiracy. Tune in for a fun and insightful conversation that's perfect for Halloween!

psycho killers in film and television**, specifically psychological thrillers. “police procedural horror films” . ### Film Discussions * **_Frailty_** (2001), Paxton’s convincing and “subdued” performance as a serial killer with a “caring fatherly quality” * **_Psycho_** (1960), directed by Alfred Hitchcock, is a classic film the hosts discuss in detail. Perkins’s performance as Norman Bates, praising his ability to be both likable and disturbing. * **_Copycat_** (1995), starring Sigourney Weaver, is a film about a criminal psychiatrist who becomes homebound due to agoraphobia and PTSD after being attacked by a serial killer. The hosts mention several other films in passing, such as **_American Psycho_**, **_Happy Death Day_**, and **_Switchback_**, as examples of good psycho killer films.

Ever wonder why werewolves are such a horror staple? On this episode of "The Bricked Pit," we're diving deep into the world of cinematic werewolves, exploring the myths, the movies, and everything in between. We'll trace the werewolf legend back to its roots in ancient Greece (turns out people have been afraid of turning into wolves for a long time!), and talk about how those stories have changed over time. Plus, we'll discuss how 20th-century horror classics like "The Wolf Man" shaped how we see werewolves today. Remember those awesome practical effects in "The Howling" and "An American Werewolf in London?" We'll revisit those iconic transformation scenes and talk about why they're still considered the gold standard . Of course, no discussion of werewolf movies is complete without talking about classic tropes like full moon transformations, the battle between man and beast, and those oh-so-contagious bites. We'll also dig into some of our favorite werewolf movies, including the feminist horror flick "Ginger Snaps" and the hilarious horror-comedy "Werewolves Within." So, grab your silver bullets and join us for a howling good time as we explore the wild world of werewolves on film!

Stop motion films. The guys dig into some good and bad stop motion films along with a brief discussion of the art form.

Sometimes the second time round is better. Listen as Josh and Jason discuss sequels that are better than the original.

Part 2 of our wistful discussion of things past and the choking sentiment of nostalgia plaguing media today

Nostalgia is a helluva drug. Remembering a bygone era can make us feel better. Memories are often unreliable and present things in a preferred narrative. As children, we didn’t have the responsibilities of adulthood; therefore we tend to remember the years of our childhood as being a ‘better’ or ‘simpler’ time. Entertainment taps into those feeling by presenting stories set in the times of our youth or by bringing back an IP that you enjoyed in an effort to entice you to watch. Some of those films tell a good story set in those times. Other just copy and paste the original into a newer package. Picks: JK: the sandlot, back to the future AO: Superbad JD: Ghost Busters: Afterlife; American Graffiti

Topic: Movies to grade your relationships by We love movies because they can affect us in so many ways. A lot can be learned about people from the types of movies that they prefer to watch. Sometimes we use those preferences to make decisions about people and how we’re going to interact with them. Now we share the movies that we use as metrics for our friends and enemies Picks: JK: Gentleman Bronco, Top Secret JD: Bubba Ho-Tep Contact Info: linktr.ee/Brickedpit brickedpit@gmail.com

Jason is out this week, so Josh and Adam talk about a few films from Adam's favorite director Ridley Scott There is also some delving into Josh's nerdom gatekeeping Enjoy discussions of Gladiator, Black Hawk Down, and The Martiam

Josh forces the guys to pick one film as their favorite. Listen for some surprising choices.

Sports. Baseball, Football (soccer), American Football (football), Hockey, Arm Wrestling, Curling. We all love it. Well, we don't but most people do. This week 3 guys who aren't into sports talk about sports movies. Bad News Bears, Over the Top, Moneyball are on deck.

Akira Kurosawa, legendary filmmaker. Join Jason and Josh as they talk about Kurasawa's films and influence on a generation of auteurs. Discussed in depth: Seven Samarai, Rhapsody in August Ran, High & Low, Ikiru

This podcast episode we deep dive into the world of satire in movies and television. Join us as we venture into the depths of humor, wit, and social commentary found in some of the most iconic satirical works on screen. Whether you're a seasoned fan of satire or just dipping your toes into this rich comedic tradition, "The Bricked Pit" promises to entertain, enlighten, and leave you laughing out loud. So grab your popcorn, settle into your favorite chair, and let's explore the bricked pit of satire together. The Bricked Pit podcast, satire analysis, satire in movies, satire in TV shows, comedic social commentary, political satire, satire interviews, satire podcast, humor in film and TV, satire techniques, satire discussion.

Myths & legends

Well, it was back in '24 when Adam up and sold all his possessions and moved out west to the Rockies to live off the land as a trapper and all around mountain man since he already felt that he had the beard for it. Josh began training to accomplish his lifelong pursuit to fight a bear in a sumo match. As for Jason, well he decided to sail around the world solo in an inflatable kiddie pool. Why'd they do such things? Some say that they were crazy. Others say they was bored. Still, some believe that they were just plumb stupid. Turns out that they were all those things. Plus, they wanted to prepare to talk about movies concerning man vs. nature like Project Grizzly , The Revenant , All Is Lost , Jerimiah Johnson , and Never Cry Wolf .

They had such a good time with the topic of Film Noir that they wouldn't shut up. Listen to the conclusion of the discussion with special guest Patrick from Vintage Video as he, Jason, Adam, & Josh talk about such films as Sunset Blvd., Laura, The Killers, and The Big Sleep.