Episode 285 - The Alto Knights (with Michael Neel)
Welcome back to Not A Bomb! —the podcast where we resurrect cinema’s most infamous box office disasters and ask the burning question: was it really that bad? We’re celebrating five years of cinematic redemption.
Not A Bomb! rolls into month two of dissecting the biggest cinematic disasters of 2025. This week, the crew tackles a film that dares to ask: what if Robert De Niro played not one, but two mobsters? That’s right—double the De Niro, half the payoff—in The Alto Knights.
Do you love watching Sopranos alums remix their old tricks with barely a fresh idea in sight? Want to behold some of the most baffling lighting choices ever burned onto a screen? Or maybe you’re in the mood for two full hours of nonstop rambling with virtually no action to show for it? Then strap in—this cinematic “bomb” has your name scrawled on it in giant, flaming letters.
To sweeten the deal, we’re celebrating the 15th anniversary of the cult web-series Infinite Santa 8000 by welcoming back director Michael Neel. His sharp, technical perspective offers a refreshing counterpoint to the chaos, that is Troy and Brad.
The Alto Knights is directed by Barry Levinson and stars Robert De Niro, Debra Messing, Cosmo Jarvis, Katherine Narducci, and Michael Rispoli
Want to help support the show? Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check our merchandise. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!
We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at NotABombPod@gmail.com or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.
Welcome back to Not A Bomb! —the podcast where we resurrect cinema’s most infamous box office disasters and ask the burning question: was it really that bad? We’re celebrating five years of cinematic redemption.
Not A Bomb! rolls into month two of dissecting the biggest cinematic disasters of 2025. This week, the crew tackles a film that dares to ask: what if Robert De Niro played not one, but two mobsters? That’s right—double the De Niro, half the payoff—in The Alto Knights.
Do you love watching Sopranos alums remix their old tricks with barely a fresh idea in sight? Want to behold some of the most baffling lighting choices ever burned onto a screen? Or maybe you’re in the mood for two full hours of nonstop rambling with virtually no action to show for it? Then strap in—this cinematic “bomb” has your name scrawled on it in giant, flaming letters.
To sweeten the deal, we’re celebrating the 15th anniversary of the cult web-series Infinite Santa 8000 by welcoming back director Michael Neel. His sharp, technical perspective offers a refreshing counterpoint to the chaos, that is Troy and Brad.
The Alto Knights is directed by Barry Levinson and stars Robert De Niro, Debra Messing, Cosmo Jarvis, Katherine Narducci, and Michael Rispoli
Want to help support the show? Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check our merchandise. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!
We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at NotABombPod@gmail.com or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.
Episode 249 - Metro Vs. Showtime (Movie Matchup March)
Alright, alright, listen up, y’all! Movie Matchup March is wrapping up—yeah, I know, it’s sad, but don’t worry, ‘cause we’re going out BIG, Beverly Hills-style! That’s right, this week, we got two movies featuring Eddie Murphy doin’ what he does best—playing a smooth-talking, quick-thinking cop who keeps you laughing while keepin’ the streets in check. We’re talkin’ 1997’s Metro vs. 2002’s Showtime! So grab some popcorn, sit back, and let’s see which one takes the crown!
We’re thrilled to welcome back Zo from The Back Look Cinema Podcast, who will share his unique insights on these films.
One last showdown—two movies step up, but only one walks away the champ!
Metro is directed by Thomas Carter and stars Eddie Murphy, Michael Rapaport, and Michael Wincott
Showtime is directed Tom Dey and stars Robert De Niro, Eddie Murphy, Rene Russo, Frankie R. Faison, and William Shatner
Not A Bomb has plenty of spooky designs in our Merch store! Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check them out. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!
If you want to hear Brad’s thoughts on Friday, the 13th: Part V: The New Beginning, head over to Silver Linings Playlist and take a listen! Also, do yourself a favor and check out Zo’s podcast - The Back Look Cinema Podcast and rate it 5 stars.
We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at NotABombPod@gmail.com or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.
Alright, alright, listen up, y’all! Movie Matchup March is wrapping up—yeah, I know, it’s sad, but don’t worry, ‘cause we’re going out BIG, Beverly Hills-style! That’s right, this week, we got two movies featuring Eddie Murphy doin’ what he does best—playing a smooth-talking, quick-thinking cop who keeps you laughing while keepin’ the streets in check. We’re talkin’ 1997’s Metro vs. 2002’s Showtime! So grab some popcorn, sit back, and let’s see which one takes the crown!
We’re thrilled to welcome back Zo from The Back Look Cinema Podcast, who will share his unique insights on these films.
One last showdown—two movies step up, but only one walks away the champ!
Metro is directed by Thomas Carter and stars Eddie Murphy, Michael Rapaport, and Michael Wincott
Showtime is directed Tom Dey and stars Robert De Niro, Eddie Murphy, Rene Russo, Frankie R. Faison, and William Shatner
Not A Bomb has plenty of spooky designs in our Merch store! Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check them out. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!
If you want to hear Brad’s thoughts on Friday, the 13th: Part V: The New Beginning, head over to Silver Linings Playlist and take a listen! Also, do yourself a favor and check out Zo’s podcast - The Back Look Cinema Podcast and rate it 5 stars.
We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at NotABombPod@gmail.com or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.