Late Fee Files

Some movies feel like they got left behind on the rental shelf, even though they had plenty to say. This week we’re talking about two of them: Angus (1995) and Better Off Dead (1985).Angus is one of those rare ‘90s teen movies that actually takes its main character seriously — smart, funny, painfully awkward, just trying to make it through high school without getting crushed. It’s heartfelt in ways you don’t usually see in a studio teen comedy, and it’s still as sharp today as it was when you first stumbled across it on cable.Then th...

In this episode of Late Fee Files, we rewind to the early ’90s and late ’80s for two cult classics that mix action, attitude, and unexpected heart. First up is Kuffs (1992), where Christian Slater breaks the fourth wall as a wisecracking drifter who inherits a private police district and gets in way over his head. Then, we dive into Gleaming the Cube (1989), the skateboarding mystery-thriller that cemented Slater’s status as the king of cool, complete with high-speed board stunts and a surprisingly dark conspiracy. We break down the wild plots, memorable moments, and the way both films embody their...

This week on Late Fee Files, Brian and Adam dial into two '90s hostage thrillers packed with tension, attitude, and A-list charisma: The Negotiator (1998) and Metro (1997).They break down Samuel L. Jackson’s masterclass in controlled chaos in The Negotiator, and Eddie Murphy’s underrated turn as a street-smart hostage negotiator in Metro — a rare dramatic outing that still packs laughs and firepower.From over-the-top negotiation tactics to explosive finales, the guys dive into what made this subgenre peak in the late '90s, why these two films deserve a second look, and how both l...

Kicking down the doors of forgotten cinema, Adam and Brian launch Late Fee Files with a double feature of ‘90s adrenaline and chaos: Judgment Night (1993) and Trespass (1992).They dive into the grime-soaked tension, rooftop standoffs, and criminal underworlds of two cult thrillers that defined an era of urban warfare on VHS. From the genre-blending brilliance of Judgment Night’s rap-rock soundtrack to the moral murkiness of Trespass, the hosts unpack why these films deserve a second life—and a second look.If you’ve ever rented something based on the cover art alone, this episode’s for you...

In this action-packed holiday double bill, Adam and Brian dig into two snowy thrill rides that pair yuletide cheer with bullets, brawls, and a hint of amnesia. First up is The Long Kiss Goodnight, where Geena Davis’s suburban mom discovers she’s actually a lethal government assassin, and we break down why this Shane Black scripted blast still rules. Then we pivot to Reindeer Games, a chaotic Ben Affleck heist caper filled with twists, double-crosses, and Christmas costumes that definitely didn’t come from Santa’s workshop.Join us as we unpack the wild plots, the over-the...