COVERS NOT STORIES – ROB LIEFELD AND ANDY PARK

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 […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 6, 2026

[00:00:03]Introduction and Context [00:00:40]Background on the Topic: Invincible and Power Levels Debate [00:02:05]The Criticism of Rob Lifel and His Position [00:02:36]Creator of Deadpool’s Argument Against Criticism [00:02:52]Example of Robert Kirkman’s Own Criticism of Superman [00:03:22]Broader Implications of the Gatekeeping Logic [00:03:41]Modern Comic Book Creation and Social Media Dynamics [00:04:24]Credit to ND Manga Creator and Criticism […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 6, 2026

Extreme Monday: Bloodstrike #5 (1993) – Defining the Violent Edge of Extreme Studios & Rob Liefeld’s 90s Universe Rob Liefeld’s Extreme Studios brought pure 90s ferocity to Image Comics, and Bloodstrike #5 is one of its most defining issues. Hosted by AKA Patterns, this episode breaks down the good, the bad, and the spine-ripping chaos […]

Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge (2020) The Film Buff Review

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 6, 2026

In this raw and heartfelt episode of the AKAPAD The Film Buff Podcast, host Peter A. DeLuca (AKA Pad) opens up about a personal setback: missing the Broad Street Run due to a nagging foot injury and arthritis that forced him to halt his training. He reflects honestly on pushing through pain, the frustration of […]

Wuthering Heights (2026) The Film Buff Review

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 6, 2026

In this review, Peter A. DeLuca dives into Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights (2026) — a $80 million box office hit ($342M worldwide) that stars Margot Robbie and features an unstoppable cast including Owen Cooper, Allison Oliver, and Jacob Elordi. Six years after Promising Young Woman and following the cultural phenomenon Saltburn, Fennell once again delivers […]

The Empire Strikes Back (1980) The Film Buff review for Star Wars May the 4th 2026

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On May 5, 2026

Discover why The Empire Strikes Back (1980) is one of the greatest science fiction movies of all time in this passionate deep-dive review. From the desperate Battle of Hoth to Darth Vader’s iconic evolution, Philadelphia film obsessive Peter A. DeLuca The Film Buff explores the film’s deadly serious tone, masterful storytelling, and lasting impact alongside […]

Street Fighter 2 the last of the perfect character line-ups

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On April 29, 2026

Street Fighter 2’s Iconic Character Lineup: The Last Great 80s Roster Bridging into the 90s With the highly anticipated October 16, 2026 release of the new Street Fighter movie on the horizon, I’ve put together a deep dive into all things Street Fighter beyond the video games—covering the anime, manga, cartoons, and more—while also examining […]

Am I in the mood for a Six String Samurai Project?

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On April 27, 2026

I’ve hesitated for a long time to write up articles like this. Well, it’s Monday and the hesitation is over — sunk, buried into the mat as if it called Prime Time Mike Tyson a sissy. Let’s just say my hesitation is on the mat, so……. HereWeGo Recently, thanks to the power and availability of […]

Feat of Clay Part 1 and 2 – Batman the Animated Series – The Film Buff Review

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On April 26, 2026

Discover Feat of Clay Parts 1 & 2: Batman The Animated Series – The Film Buff Review In this AKAPAD Film Buff podcast episode, Peter A. DeLuca celebrates one of the most powerful and influential two-part stories in Batman: The Animated Series — “Feat of Clay” (Parts 1 & 2). Originally aired September 8–9, 1992, […]

THE BASEBALL SERIES – 2026 FILM SERIES – AKAPAD THE FILM BUFF – ONE FILM A WEEK

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On April 23, 2026

The Baseball Series 2026: One Film a Week with AKAPAD The Film Buff It’s baseball season — and Peter A. DeLuca (AKAPAD) is kicking off a brand-new recurring podcast series: one baseball movie every week throughout the entire 2026 MLB season. In this opening episode, the lifelong Philadelphia Phillies fan shares his passion for the […]