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Junkfood Cinema

Junkfood Cinema

Brian Salisbury

Visual Arts, Tv & Film, Leisure, Arts, Hobbies

4.6705 Ratings

Overview

Junkfood Cinema is a shame-free celebration of cult cinema hosted by critic Brian Salisbury and Marvel Studios screenwriter C. Robert Cargill

535 Episodes

Point Blank (1967)

Brian & Cargill (aka The Parker Brothers) take another gritty, violent trip to Westlake with Point Blank!  I bet you're a big Lee Marvin fan, aren'tcha? Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

Phantasm (1979) with Ryan Nemeth

Brian and Cargill are joined by professional wrestler Ryan “Hollywood Hunk” Nemeth to take on The Tall Man in a casket match. Wake up to a nightmare, it’s Phantasm time! Support us on Patreon!  Follow Ryan on Instagram! See him in action at TNA: Rebellion on April 27th!!!

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

3:15 the Moment of Truth (1986)

Brian and Cargill gang up on the bullies, the commandos, and the...mall ninjas(?) of Lincoln High as they approach 3:15 the Moment of Truth!  Seirously, this cast is its own formidable gang!  Support us on Patreon...if you're not a narc. 

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2025

Firebird 2015 AD (1981)

Brian and Cargill gas up for one last Canadian tax shelter movie that raced out of obscurity and ran down their hearts: Firebird 2015 AD!  It's like...Irritated Max. Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025

EuroTrip(2004)

In honor of the late, great Michelle Trachtenberg, Brian & Cargill get their passports stamped hard as they go on a EuroTrip!  Scotty doesn't know why donuts should be avoided...but you soon will. Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2025

Go Canuck Yourself: Videodrome

Long live the new episode!  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

Go Canuck Yourself: Orca (1977) with Jason Murphy

Brian and Cargill charter a boat with Captain (Jason) Murphy as they set sail on a fishing trip/revenge quest against Orca! As Jaws rip-offs go, this one is...a whale of a time. I apologize for nothing. Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

Go Canuck Yourself: Prom Night (1980)

Alright, rent-a-tuxers, Brian and Cargill embark on a night to remember as they try and survive Prom Night.  So. Many. Red. Herrings. Support us on Patreon, eh?

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2025

JFC Double Stuff: Wild at Heart (1990)

Stuff a brand new episode of The Double Stuff into your Valentine boxes! Although our hearts are heavy, they are still filled with love for the recently-departed David Lynch. So Brian and Weinberg reunite to celebrate arguably Lynch's most romantic film: Wild at Heart!  We got some dancin' to do, peanuts.  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025

Go Canuck Yourself: The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane (1976)

Brian & Cargill continue to explore the films (and tax benefits) of the great white north as Go Canuck Yourself pays a visit to The Little Girl who Lives Down the Lane. What are the secrets kept in that house...and how do we keep Martin Sheen out of it? Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2025

Go Canuck Yourself: The Silent Partner (1978)

Cargill returns from Canada just in time to kick off our new miniseries on...Canadian tax shelter movies! Get ready to Go Canuck Yourself!  First up, the sexiest game of cat and mouse Toronto has ever seen: The Silent Partner.  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2025

Pig (2021) with Scott Weinberg

Who the hell is hogging Nic Cage's Pig? And what's he gonna do about it? Brian and Scott forage for answers. Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2025

The Menu (2022) with Josh Griffey

Brian and Griffey (/Film, Messed Up Movies) cordially invite you to experience…The Menu. On said menu, you will find tasty delights like biscuits and gravy, utopia masturbation, and kitchen Jokers. There is no accounting for taste. Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2025

Damnation Alley with Scott Weinberg

It's JAN-uary, so Brian and Weinberg are ready to Michael down those Vincents as they jump in the Landmaster and traverse the wildly uneven landscape of Damnation Alley!  How did those cockroaches gain armor plating? Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 17 January 2025

Hellboy (2004) with Scott Weinberg

Brian and Weinberg join the B.P.R.D in an episode designed and directed by the red right hand of Hellboy. GDT FTW! Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 9 January 2025

The Thin Man Goes Home with Drew McWeeny

The great Drew McWeeny (The Hip Pocket) sheds his chapeau, sits a spell, and gets into the spirits of the annual JFC New Years Eve tradition as this time, The Thin Man Goes Home!  Check out The Hip Pocket podcast!  Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 31 December 2024

A Very Salisbury Christmas: Scrooged with Unfiltered Wife

It’s Christmas Eve! It’s the one night of the year when we all act a little nicer and the miracle happens! In this case, the miracle is the epic conclusion of A Very Salisbury Christmas! Mrs. Junkfood herself stops by to discuss with Brian a true blue holiday classic that hits both of their feels like a toaster to the skull: Scrooged! Yule love it! Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 24 December 2024

A Very Salisbury Christmas: The Christmas List (1997) with Mama Junkfood

It's still A Very Salisbury Christmas, and this week, Mama Junkfood stops by Junkfood HQ to discuss a 1997 made-for-TV holiday flick that's sure to one day be on your Christmas List! Enjoy this festive episode with a tall glass of Dr. Nogg'n! Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 20 December 2024

A Very Salisbury Christmas: Home Alone with Blake Salisbury

Happy Holidays, ya filthy animals!  We're kicking off a very special miniseries at this festive season. Get ready get your halls decked and your eggs nogged with A Very Salisbury Christmas!  Each week, in true variety show fashion, another special guest from Brian's family will drop by and gift him one Christmas movie that really speaks to them. First up, the traps are set and the bandits are wet...it's Home Alone with Brian's brother Blake!  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 12 December 2024

Underworld (2003) with Greg MacLennan and Steven C. Miller

Reporting from the front lines, Werewolves director Steven C. Miller and editor Greg MacLennan join Brian to sink their fangs and claws into the 2003 “goth Matrix” that is Underworld! We hope this episode is to your…Lycan?  See Werewolves in theaters December 6th!  Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2024

Deliver Us From Evil with Scott Derrickson Live at Fantastic Fest

Brian and Cargill accept a holy charge to appear live at Fantastic Fest (the place the podcast began) and welcome director Scott Derrickson to discuss his detect-xorcist masterpiece: Deliver Us from Evil! Oh, and did we mention...this is officially our 500th episode??? Thanks for all the love and support for over a decade!  Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 27 November 2024

Sunshine (2007) with Scott Weinberg

Weinberg joins Brian for an episode so bright, they gotta wear shades. Forecast calls for Sunshine! Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2024

The Mask of Zorro (1998) with Scott Weinberg

Masked vigilantes Brian & Weinberg draw their swords and explain why you could spend a lifetime loving 1998's The Mask of Zorro! Viva Junkfood!  Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 14 November 2024

The Covenant (2006) with Greg MacLennan

Happy Harlinween to you all! A wicked spell brings the Patron to the main feed as Greg MacLennan joins Brian and Cargill to complete The Covenant! Support us on Patreon, Wee-otches!!!

Transcribed - Published: 31 October 2024

Hocus Pocus with Mrs. Junkfood

Unfiltered Wife joins Brian as they discuss the movie that always puts a spell on them during spooky season.  This episode is truly just a bunch of Hocus Pocus ...and a dash of Air Bud? Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 25 October 2024

The Guest (2014)

As the spooky season continues, Brian discusses 2014's The Guest with special The Guest guest Scott Weinberg! Be careful who you let in...your ears. Support us on Patreon!  Support Scott on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 18 October 2024

Idle Hands

Brian and Cargill raise their Idle Hands in support of spooky season!  Put on your Halloween costuems, pass the microwave burritos, and get ready for some spoopy HIGH-brow comedy!  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 9 October 2024

The Siege of Firebase Gloria

The grand finale of BTSeptember finds Brian & Cargill on a tour of duty through hell as they try and survive The Siege of Firebase Gloria. Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 1 October 2024

BMX Bandits (1983)

Brian and Cargill get on their bikes and ride deeper into BTSeptember alongside the BMX Bandits!  Wait...is that Nicole Kidman?! Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2024

Dead End Drive-In (1986)

Brian and Cargill kick off BTSeptember--a celebration of one of their very favorite Aussie directors Brian Trenchard-Smith--with an ill-advised trip to Dead End Drive-In. The price of admission may just be the rest of their lives. So...ya know, plenty of time to hit the snack bar.  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 13 September 2024

Summer of 84: Summer of 84 (2018)

Brian and Cargill wrap up Summer of 84 with Summer of 84 from 2018. If that math confuses you, just wait until they discuss the visual ordering system at Waffle House!  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 5 September 2024

Summer of 84: Breakin' & Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo

Looky here, hot shot, you can forget your plans, because Brian and Cargill are here to save the rec center with Turbo & Ozone in this super-sized episode on both Breakin' and Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo!  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 30 August 2024

JFC Double Stuff: Showdown in Little Tokyo

Brian and Scott Weinberg are back (like they never left) with your extra helping of junkfood!  This week, one Patron dares to draw our hosts into a showdown between cops and yakuzas. A showdown between mismatched partners. A showdown between Dolph Lundgren and the necks of every bad guy in Los Angeles. A Showdown...in Little Tokyo! Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 23 August 2024

Summer of 84: Police Academy

Brian and Cargill temporarily parole Police Academy from movie jail. Enjoy, dirtbags! Support us on Patreon!!!

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2024

Summer of 84: Romancing the Stone

Brian and Cargill brave alligators, the jungle, cartels, alligators, doubting studio executives, and alligators for their chance at Romancing the Stone! Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2024

Summer of 84: Savage Streets

Brian & Cargill get savage as they continue Summer of 84; leaving the multiplex and heading to the drive-in for the grimy gem that is Savage Streets!  JFC: Now with 1000% more crossbows!  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2024

Summer of 84: Footloose with Mama Junkfood

Brian's mother drops by JFC headquarters to discuss the movie that has danced in and out of both their lives: Footloose!  Turns out she is the hero we'd been holding out for.  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2024

JFC Double Stuff: Blade II

Brian and Weinberg sink their fangs into GDT's action horror sequel triumph: Blade II Brian also proves that garlic kills vampires...and brain cells.  Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2024

Summer of 84: C.H.U.D.

Brian & Cargill unearth a grimy gem to add to their Summer of 84 miniseries. Get ready to go underground with C.H.U.D.! Wait...is that John Goodman? Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 10 July 2024

The Dirty Dozen (1967)

Brian and Cargill hit pause on their Summer of 84 series to pay tribute to late, great Donald Sutherland...in the dirtiest way possible.  Fall in, Junkions, it's The Dirty Dozen!  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2024

Summer of 84: The Karate Kid

Brian and Cargill continue their Summer of 84 series by waxing (on) poetic about one of the most important teen films of the 80s: The Karate Kid! Get 'em a doggy bag!!!  Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 28 June 2024

Summer of 84: Gremlins

Brian and Cargill bring a little holiday cheer to their Summer of 84 series as they get wet for Dante's divine comedy: Gremlins!  Be forewarned, these guys always eat after midnight.  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2024

JFC Double Stuff: Dog Soldiers

There is no Spoon, but there is a cinematic redemption for Brian, as he and Weinberg lead a batallion into battle with Dog Soliders!  There's nothing in the rule book that says a dog can't be a solider.  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 15 June 2024

Summer of 84: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom

Cover your hearts, Junkions!  Continuing their Summer of 84 series, Brian & Cargill descened into the Temple of Doom with Indiana Jones!  They return with fortune, glory, and one of the most interesting films of the 1980s.  Listen now, or meet Kali in Hell!  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2024

JFC Double Stuff: Innerspace

Brian & Weinberg put one of Joe Dante’s best films under the microscope. Get ready to ride on the fantastic voyage that is...Innerspace!  Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 7 June 2024

Summer of 84: Cloak & Dagger

Continuing their Summer of 84 series, and also honoring the late, first-rate Dabney Coleman, Brian & Cargill head down to San Antonio to play nostalgia spy game Cloak & Dagger!  Roll the dice and join the game!  Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2024

JFC Double Stuff: The Blood of Heroes

Brian and Scott play the deadliest game of all! No, not backgammon. Take a deep dive (like way way underground) into The Blood of Heroes! Are you ready for some Juggers?!!!

Transcribed - Published: 24 May 2024

Summer of 84: Top Secret!

Brian and Cargill reveal the Top Secret kickoff to their Summer of 84 miniseries! Hope you know a little German. Support us on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2024

A Tribute to Roger Corman

Brian and Cargill pay tribute to the man without whom this podcast, or any other filmcast, would not exist: Roger Corman. Let’s face it, the landscape of American cinema would be unbearably boring were it not for Roger.  The guys celebrate his fierce drive as an independent filmmaker, appreciate the artists whose careers he launched, and discuss their top 10 Corman creations.  Farewell to our patron saint.  Support us on Patreon!

Transcribed - Published: 17 May 2024

JFC Double Stuff: Eyes of Fire

Brian and Scott went into the woods because they wanted to chat deliberately about Eyes of Fire (both versions), the fear of cults, and all things folk horror.  Enjoy, you nasty devilwitches!  Support us on Patreon!  Support Scott on Patreon! 

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2024

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