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Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 18, 2026

AKAPAD featured on Awestruck Comics Podcast AWESTRUCK NEWS-DAY: E144 – Absolute Batman Printer Damage / More HBO Max’s Lanterns Fury / Barbaric I had a blast jumping on Marc The Merc’s mic for Episode 144 of the Awestruck Comics Podcast! We dove headfirst into the wild world of current comics: the printer nightmare hitting Absolute […]

THE FILMS OF SAM RAIMI – A FILM BUFF RESTROSPECTIVE

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 14, 2026

AKAPAD the FILM BUFF podcast · THE FILMS OF SAM RAIMI – A FILM BUFF RESTROSPECTIVE [00:00:01] Overview of the Series and Focus [00:01:26] Introduction to Sam Raimi’s Career and Evolution [00:02:17] Early Career and Notable Films (1978-1987) [00:04:44] Reception and Personal Perspective on Evil Dead Series [00:06:21] Other Early and Mid-Career Highlights (1989-1998) [00:09:31] […]

Remarkably Bright Creatures (2026) The Film Buff Reivew

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 13, 2026

Discover Remarkably Bright Creatures (2026): A Heartfelt Netflix Drama That Will Surprise and Delight You In this AKAPAD Film Buff review, Peter A. DeLuca dives into Remarkably Bright Creatures (2026), the charming new Netflix original directed by Olivia Newman (Where the Crawdads Sing). Starring the legendary Sally Field and rising star Lewis Pullman, with Alfred […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 12, 2026

Awestruck Comics Podcast E143 – AWESTRUCK NEWS-DAY & ROB’S HAUL Another banger episode for Marc The Merc and Rob’s for packed episode of the Awestruck Comics Podcast! This one is loaded with hot takes: Marvel’s rumored new “Midnight Suns”-style universe (vampire Storm, Hickman’s Midnight X-Men, and why it feels off), Image’s Hammerfist announcement and the […]

Memories of Mortal Kombat 1995 – The Film Buff Review

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 12, 2026

AKAPAD the FILM BUFF podcast · Memories of Mortal Kombat 1995 – The Film Buff Review [00:00:01]The video begins with an introduction by Peter A. DeLuca, also known as AKAPAD or AKAPAD69, who frames the discussion as a personal reflection on his long-standing passion for films, particularly martial arts and action movies. He mentions that […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 11, 2026

SIX STRING SAMURIA – Awesome Comics | Rob Liefeld Retrospective Join Peter A. DeLuca (AKAPAD) for Extreme Monday as we break down the 1998 Six String Samurai one-shot from Rob Liefeld’s Awesome Comics. From Liefeld becoming a millionaire at 27 to the ambitious cult film’s attempt at a full multimedia empire (comics, sequels, animation, toys), […]

Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms (2021) The Film Buff Review

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 10, 2026

AKAPAD the FILM BUFF podcast · Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms (2021) The Film Buff Review [00:00:01]The video opens with an introduction to the Mortal Kombat Legends animated film series, highlighting its timeline starting from 2002’s “Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge”. The host acknowledges this as part of a broader animation discussion, apologizing […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 7, 2026

[00:00:10]The video begins with an introduction to a creative project centered around the Pantone 2025 Color of the Year unboxing. The presenter notes that although the footage was recorded about a year ago, it is only being shared now due to various channel and social media commitments. The year 2025 was described as a period […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 6, 2026

[00:00:01]Introduction to Extreme Monday and Rob Liefeld Focus [00:00:51]Contextualizing Rob Liefeld’s Impact and the ’90s Comic Scene [00:01:27]Heroes Reborn: Marvel’s Bold Reboot and Liefeld’s Role [00:02:07]Industry Challenges and Crossovers in the Era [00:04:01]Rob Liefeld’s Artistic Approach and Speed [00:05:25]Narrative and Character Choices in Avengers #1 [00:07:02]Visual Style and Coloring Excellence [00:08:31]Criticisms vs. Artistic Intent [00:10:03]Team […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 6, 2026

[00:00:10]Introduction to Rob Liefeld and Extreme Studios [00:00:49]Personal Connection and Channel Focus [00:01:27]Context of the Video and Creator Workflow [00:02:08]Amy Pak’s Role and Rob Liefeld’s Influence [00:04:02]Discussion on Industry Evolution and Artist Trajectories [00:05:23]Rob Liefeld’s Current Role and the Comic Market Crisis [00:06:42]Cover Culture and Its Impact on Comic Book Consumption [00:07:58]Social Media and Marketing […]