Sketch artist and Illustrator Shaun Stroup returns after "Return of the Living Podcast" to speak on his origin story as a drawer. Discovering cinema young, and then upon reading Alan Moore's "The Killing Joke," Shaun was inspired to jump into the scene. Shaun and Andy are collaborating on a comic book currently, but Shaun has produced and designed many drawings. He resides in San Diego and is active at conventions and has multiple published pieces in magazines and collections.
Shaun Stroup on the Web:
IG : @ShaunStroupArt
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Episode 57 - Return of the Living Podcast
Joining Andy Plex to discuss the Dan O'Bannon directed horror comedy classic "Return of the Living Dead" (1985) on its 40th anniversary is artist and horror movie buff Shaun Stroup. Shaun and Andy are creative collaborators and both share a deep love for "Return of the Living Dead." Why is this movie so beloved by generations of fans? What makes this such a unique zombie story? How does it perfectly balance horror and comedy without sacrificing either? Epitomizing the punk movement and anti-authoritarian sentiment of 70s and 80s "Return" is as relevant now as ever. Join these two as they go under the hood of this slimy masterpiece full of practical effects and enough BRAINNSSSSS! to shake a stick at.
Shaun Stroup on the Web:
IG : @ShaunStroupArt
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Episode 56 - King Kong '76
This episode has 2 returning alumni to chat with Andy Plex about "King Kong" 1976 - Kryzstofer that 70's Guy and J "Angel" Sierra! These two screenwriters, film historians, and roomies weigh in as to why this summer giant ape remake is an underrated gem and deeply misunderstood and overlooked. This film stars Jeff Bridges, Jessica Lange in her first film, and Charles Grodin. Embodying the hippy movement of the 70s, "King Kong" touches on themes of corporate greed, environmental conservation, animal rights, and exploiting foreign soil for financial gain. The characters are well rendered, real, and powerful. These three urge you to see "King Kong" 1976 asap!
Kryzstofer that 70's Guy on the Web!
IG : https://www.instagram.com/kryzstofer_that70sguy/
J "Angel" Sierra on the Web!
IG: https://www.instagram.com/saurian.entertainment/
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Episode 55 - Superman (2025)
Joining Andy Plex to cover the red and blue hot James Gunn directed "Superman" (2025) after its monster opening weekend is Assistant Director and actor "Onlooker" on the film Ryan J. Pezdirc ("Pez"). Pez and Andy went to film school together 20 plus years ago and then were neighbors in Albuquerque, New Mexico while both working in the film biz. Now based in Atlanta, Pez has worked on 5 James Gunn directed projects as assistant director (AD). Pez guides us through what it is to be an AD and shares set stories and experiences on many films including "Superman."
Why is this film such a huge win for DC and superhero stories? Why is it striking a chord? "Superman" shows the world that you can be spectacle with substance. Tackling many current themes in the world right now while sharing an overwhelmingly positive message - "Superman" is a must see.
Ryan J. Pezdirc on the Web :
IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2896779/?ref_=fn_all_nme_1
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ryan.pezdirc
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Episode 54 - The Atomic B Movie Double Header
Joining Andy Plex for his fourth outing is Andy's father - Giovanni Maiorano! To celebrate Giovanni's 80th birthday this summer this father-son duo cover two films Giovanni saw 70 summers ago (1955) in the theater as a double bill - "It Came from Beneath the Sea" and "Creature with the Atom Brain." So put on your hazmat suits and hear Giovanni sharing stories of walking to the movies to see these films in 1955. In the "fallout" of WW2, the dropping of two atom bombs by the USA, and into the Cold War, the 1950s were a strange time. How do these two films reflect the spirit of the age? Why do monster movies capture our imagination? Giovanni Maiorano has and continues to be a massive inspiration for Andy Plex's film education so DO NOT miss this RADIOACTIVE episode!
The AndyPlex is a podcast where we will explore and riff on the films of past and present in order to gain inspiration, but also to hear the multitude of journeys from those brave souls that work in showbiz. Your host Andy Plex is a film buff and film professional residing in Los Angeles California. He went ahead and turned his apartment into a movie theater to create a haven for himself and other film lovers --The ANDYPLEX!
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