DTVC Podcast

Matthew Poirier

This is the DTVC Podcast, official podcast of the Direct to Video Connoisseur. We do a lot of action movies, plus other genres of DTV films, including horror, sci-fi, comedy, and erotic thrillers, both recent and from the 80s and 90s. Every week we tackle a new DTV film or topic. Drop us a line with comments and suggestions.

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Nov 15, 2023 · 2 hr 7 min
DTVC Podcast 138, "Detective Knight: Redemption" and "Invincible"
Ty from Comeuppance Reviews is back to discuss two more DTV films from Tubi. First we go back to the Willis Well and look at "Detective Knight: Redemption" continuing the Willis Det. Knight saga. Is this one more or less of a slog than the first one? After that we look at "Invincible," another film written and directed by Daniel Zirilli, starring Johnny Strong, Marko Zaror, and Michael Pare, with cinematography by Wych Kaosayananda. In addition to that, we chat about the old days of UPN and the WB, complete with Ty finding an old WB promo. You can find Ty at ⁠comeuppancereviews.net⁠, or on the Comeuppance Reviews podcast, which you can subscribe to on most major podcatchers. Check out my newest release, Bainbridge, a novella about a cop on the edge in early 90s LA: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH7V3SK5⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ⁠ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Nov 7, 2023 · 1 hr 7 min
DTVC Extra 11, The Bloodfist Franchise: Bloodfist and Bloodfist II
"DTVC Extra" are shorter solo episodes that I'll be posting on some of the weeks we don't have episodes of the main podcast. In this episode we start our series looking at the Bloodfist films with "Bloodfist" and "Bloodfist II." With the first one, we look at Wilson as a new DTV star, Corman's approach to movies, and keeping this film under 90 minutes. For the second one, we get into how this is the only sequel that has any connection to the one before it, and look at the use of actors from the previous film who weren't playing the same part. I also get into the process of watching Tubi films on a jetBlue flight. Check out my newest book, Bainbridge, a short novel about a cop on the edge in early 90s LA: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH7V3SK5⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ⁠ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Nov 1, 2023 · 37 min
DTVC Podcast 137, Matt's 10 Favorite Horror Films
In this special Halloween solo podcast, I count down my ten favorite horror films. With each one, I give some background on why that movie is special to me. Some hints on ones that made the cut: "It's rainin' Depp, hallelujah it's rainin' Depp!"; one of the greatest dance scenes of all time; and "did you have to drink some chuck?" Check out my newest release, Bainbridge, a short action novel about a cop on the edge in early 90s LA: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH7V3SK5⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ⁠ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Oct 17, 2023 · 2 hr
DTVC Podcast 136, "Overrun" and "Phoenix"
Ty from Comeuppance Reviews is back to discuss two more DTV films from Tubi. First we look at "Overrun" starring Omid Zader, and featuring a couple mainstays on our podcast, Bruce Dern and Johnny Messner. After that we look at "Phoenix," written and directed by Daniel Zirilli, and starring Natalie Eva Marie and Neal McDonough. In addition to that, we look at what we've been watching lately, chat about Brett's visit to Philly and our meet-up at a local VHS pop-up sale, and have a discussion about eating a good soup, and not wanting to be interrupted while trying to enjoy it at the optimum temperature. You can find Ty at comeuppancereviews.net, or on the Comeuppance Reviews podcast, which you can subscribe to on most major podcatchers. Check out my newest release, Bainbridge, a novella about a cop on the edge in early 90s LA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH7V3SK5 For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Oct 10, 2023 · 1 hr 13 min
DTVC Extra 10, The Expendables Franchise: The Expendables 3 and Expend4bles
"DTVC Extra" are shorter solo episodes that I'll be posting on some of the weeks we don't have episodes of the main podcast. In this episode we finish our series looking at the Expendables films with "The Expendables 3" and "Expend4bles." With part 3, I look at how this was sauteed in wrong sauce, but tried to understand why Stallone went the way he did with it. Then with part 4, I talk about whether or not this film should've even been made, and if this was the movie worth waiting 10 years for. Check out my newest release, Bainbridge, a novella about a cop on the edge in early 90s LA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH7V3SK5 For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Oct 4, 2023 · 1 hr 49 min
DTVC Podcast 135, "The Getback" and "The Weapon"
Ty from Comeuppance Reviews is back to discuss two more DTV films from Tubi. First we look at "The Getback" with a bunch of names we like, like Theo Rossi, Kim Coates, and Dermot Mulroney. After that we look at "The Weapon," a Tony Schiena vehicle that features a bunch of names, including some Bruce Dern/Jeff Fahey padding at the end. You can find Ty at comeuppancereviews.net, or on the Comeuppance Reviews podcast, which you can subscribe to on most major podcatchers. Check out my newest release, Bainbridge, a novella about a cop on the edge in early 90s LA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH7V3SK5 My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Sep 27, 2023 · 53 min
DTVC Extra 9, The Expendables Franchise: The Expendables and The Expendables 2
"DTVC Extra" are shorter solo episodes that I'll be posting on some of the weeks we don't have episodes of the main podcast. In this episode we start our series looking at the Expendables films with "The Expendables" and "The Expendables 2." With the first one, I get into some of the context in which the film was released, when we as action fans were looking for exactly what Stallone delivered to us; I also look at how this film brought Dolph back into the mainstream. Then with the second one, I talk about Van Damme as the baddie and the great job he did, plus how Stallone delivered again on what we as action fans wanted out of these movies.. Check out my newest release, Bainbridge, a novella about a cop on the edge in early 90s LA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH7V3SK5 My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Sep 19, 2023 · 2 hr 13 min
DTVC Podcast 134, "Cypher"
In this episode I'm joined once again by screenwriter Tom Jolliffe, as we discuss the 2002 film "Cypher," directed by Vincenzo Natali, and starring Jeremy Northam and Lucy Liu. He also updates us on his upcoming project "The Baby in the Basket," which is about to start production, and has a kickstarter that you can still contribute to. For the teaser trailer for "The Baby in the Basket," go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzsP_dnuYHw For the kickstarter to help them get the film made, go here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/nathanshepka/the-baby-in-the-basket-gothic-horror-movie Check out my newest release, Bainbridge, a novella about a cop on the edge in early 90s LA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH7V3SK5 My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Sep 5, 2023 · 2 hr 7 min
DTVC Podcast 133, "Massachusetts Mayhem"
It's a Massachusetts theme in this episode, where I'm joined once again by Ty from Comeuppance Reviews to discuss two films with a connection to the Bay State. First we go back to Massachusetts's own CT with the film Hunting Games, and after that we look at American Violence, which features a small part by former Patriots standout and one of--if not the greatest tight end of all time, Rob Gronkowski. You can find Ty at comeuppancereviews.net, or on the Comeuppance Reviews podcast, which you can subscribe to on most major podcatchers. Check out my newest release, Bainbridge, a novella about a cop on the edge in early 90s LA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH7V3SK5 My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Aug 30, 2023 · 49 min
DTVC Extra 8, The Kickboxer Franchise: Kickboxer Vengeance: and Kickboxer: Retaliation
"DTVC Extra" are shorter solo episodes that I'll be posting on some of the weeks we don't have episodes of the main podcast. In this episode we finish our series looking at the Kickboxer films with "Kickboxer: Vengeance" and "Kickboxer: Retaliation." With the first one, we look at what this reboot meant after 20 years from part 5. How does Moussi compare to other leads in the series? Then with the second one, I talk about how this movie was too long, all the names in it, and whether the baddie worked or not. Finally, we wrap by looking at Van Damme's career arc between the first film and the last one. My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Aug 23, 2023 · 3 hr 25 min
DTVC Podcast 132, "Short Shots"
In this episode I'm joined by Rich Hawes from the DTV Digest to discuss a curated list of short films that he put together for us. Here's the list in order: "Dirty Laundry," starring Thomas Jane; "From Darkness," starring Michael Biehn; "Liberator," starring Lou Ferrigno, Michael Dorn, Peta Wilson, and Don "The Dragon" Wilson; "Marked," starring Eric Roberts; "One Clean Move," starring Harry Hamlin and Gary Busey; "Portal to Hell," starring Roddy Piper; "Sheep Impact," starring Steven Seagal; "Alleged," based on court filings against Steven Seagal; "The Just," starring Michael Madsen; "Yellow Hill: Strangers Tale," starring Bai Ling You can find Rich at the DTV Digest by subscribing on iTunes, or by going here: https://thedtvdigest.podbean.com/ My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ ⁠For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Aug 16, 2023 · 1 hr 17 min
DTVC Extra 7, The Kickboxer Franchise: Kickboxers 3, 4, and 5
"DTVC Extra" are shorter solo episodes that I'll be posting on some of the weeks we don't have episodes of the main podcast. In this episode we continue our series looking at the Kickboxer films with "Kickboxer 3: The Art of War," "Kickboxer 4: The Aggressor," and "Redemption: Kickboxer 5." With part 3, we look at ways in which this was sauteed in wrong sauce, the low-rent Joe Izuzu for a baddie, and Sasha Mitchell's too sweet pants in the final scene. Then with part 4, I talk about Albert Pyun's return to the series, and his darker take on Kickboxer with Sasha Mitchell. What if he had had a chance to make his Kickboxer sequels he wasn't able to make? Finally, in part 5, we discuss Dacascos's martial arts, and James Ryan's baddie, plus speculate on why nothing further was done with Kickboxer for 20 years after this one. Also throughout the episode, we look at IMDb lists of what aired on WSBK TV 38 in Boston during the months of April, June, and July of 2001. My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Aug 8, 2023 · 1 hr 52 min
DTVC Podcast 131 "Detective Knight: Rogue" and "Chavez Cage of Glory"
In this episode I'm joined once again by Ty from Comeuppance Reviews, this time to discuss the Bruce Willis film Detective Knight: Rogue, and after that we look at one from Hector Echevarria, 2013's Chavez Cage of Glory, a Rocky rip-off with a whole host of B-move actors. You can find Ty at comeuppancereviews.net, or on the Comeuppance Reviews podcast, which you can subscribe to on most major podcatchers. My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Aug 1, 2023 · 1 hr 5 min
DTVC Extra 6, The Kickboxer Franchise: Kickboxer and Kickboxer 2
"DTVC Extra" are shorter solo episodes that I'll be posting on some of the weeks we don't have episodes of the main podcast. In this episode we start our series looking at the Kickboxer films with "Kickboxer" and "Kickboxer 2." With Kickboxer, I get nostalgic for the late 80s, and talk about the Van Damme we had then, who was a rising star. Then with Kickboxer 2, I talk about the issues Albert Pyun had with Van Damme on Cyborg, whether or not that contributed to Van Damme passing on working on this, and what we got by having Sasha Mitchell instead. My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Jul 25, 2023 · 3 hr 11 min
DTVC Podcast 130, "Craig Fairbrass Double Feature"
In this episode I'm joined once again by Will from Exploding Helicopter to discuss two films from famous Brit hardman Craig Fairbrass. First we discuss "Villain," a film with more depth and drama than the tin would have you believe. Second we look at "Rise of the Foot Soldier III" co-starring Billy Murray, during which after Will gives context between London and Essex, I go off on a big tangent about North Jersey in relation to New York City. You can find Will and the Exploding Helicopter podcast on iTunes and other major podcatchers, and you can go to his site, https://www.explodinghelicopter.com/ for all things Exploding Helicopter, including links to social media, like his fantastic Twitter account. My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Jul 11, 2023 · 3 hr 1 min
DTVC Podcast 129, "W.A.V.E. Productions"
In this episode I'm joined once again by Mitch from the Video Vacuum, as we look at the shot-on-video company W.A.V.E. Productions. We start by looking at the documentary Mail Order Murder: The Story of W.A.V.E. Productions, which covers their creation and growth. From there we look at one of their films, Eaten Alive: A Tasteful Revenge--a film like no other! We also check in on Mitch's ongoing project over at his site, The Video Vacuum: Tubi Continued, where he's looking to cover 365 Tubi films this year. You can find The Video Vacuum at https://thevideovacuum.blogspot.com/, and his books on Amazon by clicking this link. From there you can find his other books by clicking on his name on the book page, or you can search Amazon for "Mitch Lovell" My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3 For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com/
Jul 5, 2023 · 1 hr 30 min
DTVC Extra 5, The Fast and Furious Franchise: F9 and Fast X
"DTVC Extra" are shorter solo episodes that I'll be posting on some of the weeks we don't have episodes of the main podcast. In this episode we finish our series looking at the Fast and Furious films with "F9: The Fast Saga" and "Fast X." I look at how F9 (which I call Fast 9 to make it easier) is one of the comfort food franchises people were looking for when theaters opened up again in 2021. Then with Fast X, I talk about my first trip to the theater to see a blockbuster in years, and how much that experience has changed since my last time going. I also compare the tail end of the franchise to a sitcom that may have been holding on too long to make it to rerun syndication, complete with going to space being the jumping of the shark, and the addition of the kid to the cast in Fast X--all we needed was that "very special episode" to make it complete. My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Jun 27, 2023 · 2 hr 1 min
DTVC Podcast 128, "Paradise City" and "Gunfight at Rio Bravo"
In this episode I'm joined once again by Ty from Comeuppance Reviews, this time to discuss the Bruce Willis John Travolta film Paradise City, and after that we look at another Nevsky film, this time without dubbing, Gunfight at Rio Bravo, costarring Olivier Gruner and Matthias Hues. You can find Ty at comeuppancereviews.net, or on the Comeuppance Reviews podcast, which you can subscribe to on most major podcatchers. My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Jun 20, 2023 · 52 min
DTVC Extra 4, The Fast and Furious Franchise: Fate of the Furious and Hobbs and Shaw
"DTVC Extra" are shorter solo episodes that I'll be posting on some of the weeks we don't have episodes of the main podcast. In this episode we continue the series looking at the Fast and Furious films, moving to "Fate of the Furious" and "Hobbs and Shaw." I look at how Fate of the Furious is able to maintain the success of Furious 7, but also the turmoil that comes at the end of production when Hobbs and Shaw was announced. Then with Hobbs and Shaw, I talk about why this one doesn't do as well. Was it the quality of the film? Were we seeing the "Disney Effect" that also crushed Terminator: Dark Fate that year? Maybe a combination of both? My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com
Jun 14, 2023 · 2 hr 19 min
DTVC Podcast 127, "Olga Kurylenko Double Feature"
In this episode I'm joined once again by Will from Exploding Helicopter to discuss two films from action star Olga Kurylenko. First we discuss "High Heat," co-starring Don Johnson and "Diamond" Dallas Page. Second we look at "The Courier" co-starring Gary Oldman and Dermot Mulroney. We also talk about where Kurylenko sits as far as women action stars all time. You can find Will and the Exploding Helicopter podcast on iTunes and other major podcatchers, and you can go to his site, https://www.explodinghelicopter.com/ for all things, including links to social media, like his fantastic Twitter account. My newest novel, "Holtman Arms," is available in paperback or on Amazon kindle: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Holtman-Arms-Matthew-Poirier-ebook/dp/B0BJTVSVB3⁠ For my author page on Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-Poirier/author/B085HTVYNJ And you can grab our DTVC merch at our Threadless, ⁠https://dtvconnoisseur.threadless.com