In the Hand of Dante (2025) The Film Buff Review

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On July 28, 2026

Exploring Art, Film, and Summer Vibes: From Philadelphia Heatwaves to Hidden Cinematic Gems AKAPAD the FILM BUFF podcast · In the Hand of Dante (2025) The Film Buff Review In the Hand of Dante (2025) Review: Julian Schnabel’s Visionary Netflix Drama Starring Oscar Isaac, Al Pacino & Martin Scorsese | The Film Buff Podcast In […]

TASTING ALL THE TASTYKAKE X-MEN SNACKS

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On July 27, 2026

Celebrating Tasty Cakes and 90s X-Men Nostalgia with Peter A. DeLuca Summary In this engaging and informal video, Peter A. DeLuca shares a personal blend of nostalgic comic book reflections centered on the 1990s X-Men era, especially Age of Apocalypse, while simultaneously indulging in and reviewing classic regional snacks from Tasty Baking Company—primarily candy cakes, […]

Spider-Man 3 (2007) The Film Buff Review

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On July 27, 2026

Behind the Scenes of Spider-Man 3 and Batman & Robin: A Tale of Hollywood Compromise AKAPAD the FILM BUFF podcast · Spider-Man 3 (2007) The Film Buff Review Spider-Man 3 (2007) Review: Sam Raimi’s Franchise Finale, Studio Interference, and the Hollywood Compromise That Broke the Trilogy Spider-Man 3 (2007) remains one of the most debated […]

The Collapse of Independent Comic Printing and Crowdfunding: A Wake-Up Call

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On July 26, 2026

The independent comic book industry is quietly collapsing—and almost no one is talking about it. While the internet obsesses over Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider and the next Avengers trailer, a major comic printer, Comics Wellspring, just went bankrupt. That single failure exposes a much deeper crisis: the post-COVID crowdfunding boom is over, the cash […]

Marc by Sofia (2025) The Film Buff Review

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On July 25, 2026

Looking for an honest review of Marc by Sofia (2025), Sofia Coppola’s A24 documentary on fashion icon Marc Jacobs? In this Film Buff episode, I revisit the intimate portrait of one of fashion’s most influential designers and pair it with the earlier 2007 Marc Jacobs / Louis Vuitton documentary that captured him at a transformative […]

X-MEN Evolution (2000) The Film Buff Review of an overlooked groundbreaking series

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On July 15, 2026

AKAPAD the FILM BUFF podcast · X-MEN Evolution (2000) The Film Buff Review of an overlooked groundbreaking series The Evolution of the X-Men Franchise Through X-Men Evolution Summary The X-Men franchise is one of the most iconic and complex superhero ensembles, notable for its emotional depth and unique premise: mutants are born with their powers […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On July 15, 2026

X-Men Age of Apocalypse Meets Tastykake: A Nostalgic Crossover Celebration Summary This video explores an unexpected and charming crossover between the iconic X-Men comic event Age of Apocalypse and the beloved regional baked goods brand Tastykake, native to Philadelphia and surrounding areas. The presenter, a dedicated fan of 90s X-Men comics, reminisces about the golden […]

Obsession (2026) The Film Buff Review

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On July 14, 2026

The Enduring Power of Independent Horror Films in American Cinema Summary This discussion explores the evolving landscape of independent films, focusing primarily on the horror genre’s dominance and cultural significance within the American film industry. While micro-budget films and documentaries have provided rich, educational content, the speaker underscores how horror movies serve as the lifeblood […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On July 13, 2026

The Rise and Fall of Rob Liefeld’s Failed Comic Comebacks Summary Rob Liefeld, a pivotal figure in 1990s American comics, achieved massive success early in his career, notably with Extreme Studios and properties like Youngblood and Deadpool. However, despite his initial impact and his ability to boost sales temporarily, Liefeld struggled repeatedly with sustaining long-term […]

Stop me if you heard this WordPress a Theme and SEO walk into a bar………

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On July 13, 2026

I’m frustrated. So I’ll get straight to the point. SEO has become a heavily gatekept industry. While big players — ISPs, search engines, and platform builders — implemented “best practices” that slowly centralized control, the average site owner who just wants their content discovered has been left fighting uphill. What started as honest, open-web discovery […]