This week, we take a trip downriver that we’ll never forget. This week on The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck is joined by guest host Jay Kirk to explore Deliverance (1972), directed by John Boorman and starring Jon Voight...
The 1970s was a fertile decade for science fiction, but not the kind of sci-fi filled with starships and laser battles. Instead, filmmakers used the genre to question authority, probe cultural anxieties, and imagine what might happen if humanity&rsq…
Dirty Harry isn’t just another cop movie. It’s the one that introduced us to the modern cop movie. Clint Eastwood’s Harry Callahan became the prototype for the no-nonsense, do-what-it-takes action hero. But behind all the .44 Magnu…
When Dirty Harry hit theaters in December 1971, it didn’t just introduce a new character. It introduced a new type of character. Inspector Harry Callahan, played by Clint Eastwood, wasn’t the clean-cut lawman or the chain-smoking detecti…
Chuck Bryan is a technology consultant, podcaster, and film enthusiast with a deep love for the bold storytelling and cultural shifts of 1970s cinema. As host of The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck explores the decade’s most iconic and overlooked films, digging into the artistry, impact, and behind-the-scenes stories that shaped an era. Off the mic, Chuck brings his passion for clarity and systems thinking to the world of software development and automation.
Matt Sargent is the co-host of The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, where he brings sharp insight, offbeat humor, and a lifelong passion for film to every episode. With a keen eye for character dynamics and cultural context, Matt helps uncover what makes 1970s cinema timeless, provocative, and endlessly watchable. When he’s not dissecting deep cuts or legendary performances, Matt is always on the lookout for the next great conversation about film.