Late Fee Files

This week on Late Fee Files, we’re diving into the neon-soaked, muscle-bound world of late ‘80s action movies with two VHS-era fever dreams: Cobra and Cyborg.First up, Sylvester Stallone brings the sunglasses, one-liners, and exploding bad guys in Cobra a movie where subtlety takes a backseat to leather jackets, giant knives, and a hero who solves every problem with a combination of intimidation and a .45. We break down the wild action, the strange humor, the “is this actually a movie or a very expensive music video?” energy, and why Cobra remains one of the ultimate examples of ‘80s action excess.Then we jump into Jean-Claude Van Damme’s wasteland adventure Cyborg, a gritty sci-fi brawler filled with broken futures, sword fights, villains who chew through every scene, and a surprising amount of philosophical moodiness between the kicks. We explore the movie’s strange production history, its comic book atmosphere, and why it became a cult favorite among VHS action fans.Two heroes. Two outrageous worlds. One trip back to the video store. Late Fee Files rewinds Cobra and Cyborg to find out what made these action oddities unforgettable.

Adam and Brian head into the weird, wild world of Dan Aykroyd with a double feature that's equal parts cult classic and cinematic fever dream: Coneheads and Nothing But Trouble. Joining them for the ride is special guest Kevin from the Reel for Real Podcast.First, the crew beams up to suburbia with Coneheads, the 1993 comedy based on the beloved Saturday Night Live sketch. Starring Dan Aykroyd, Jane Curtin, and Michelle Burke, the film follows a family of extraterrestrials trying to blend into everyday American life while avoiding government agents and navigating the absurdities of human culture. The guys discuss the film's surprising heart, its stacked cast, and whether this oddball sci-fi comedy deserved a better reputation.Then things get truly bizarre with Nothing But Trouble, Dan Aykroyd's infamous directorial debut. Featuring Chevy Chase, Demi Moore, John Candy, and Aykroyd himself in multiple unforgettable roles, this dark comedy nightmare traps its characters in a grotesque small-town justice system unlike anything ever put on film. The hosts break down the movie's insane production, legendary practical effects, bizarre humor, and why it remains one of the most divisive cult movies of the 1990s.So grab a six-pack of Conehead brew, avoid the Bone Stripper, and join us for a journey into two of the strangest comedies ever unleashed on unsuspecting video store shelves.

In this episode of Late Fee Files, Adam and Brian lock in for a double feature of Jean-Claude Van Damme at peak ‘90s action glory with Timecop and Sudden Death. First up, we head to a packed hockey arena for Sudden Death, a Die Hard-inspired thriller that turns Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals into total chaos. Hyams throws Van Damme into a hostage situation filled with explosions, mascots, terrorists, and pure mid-’90s action insanity. From the unforgettable kitchen fight to the legendary showdown with the Pittsburgh Penguins mascot, Sudden Death became a cult favorite for action fans who grew up catching it on HBO, TNT, and weekend network TV marathons.Then we punch through the space-time continuum with Timecop, the slick sci-fi action thriller where Van Damme plays a cop policing time travel itself. Also directed by Peter Hyams and loaded with neon-soaked future tech, brutal fight scenes, and one of the wildest political conspiracy plots of the decade, the film became one of JCVD’s biggest hits and a staple of VHS shelves and late-night cable rotation.We break down the rise of Van Damme as an international action icon, the unique energy of ‘90s studio action movies, the era of high-concept thrillers, and why both films still hold up as endlessly rewatchable cable classics. So grab your Blockbuster card, rewind the tape, and join us for a trip back to the golden age of explosive action cinema.

Adam and Brian hit the hardwood with Above the Rim and Celtic Pride. First up, we head to the streets and courts of New York City with Above the Rim, a basketball drama directed by Jeff Pollack. Starring Duane Martin, Tupac Shakur, and Marlon Wayans, the film follows a promising high school basketball star caught between opportunity, loyalty, and the dangerous influences surrounding him. We get into the film’s raw energy, its memorable soundtrack, and how it captures the pressure of trying to rise above your circumstances while being pulled in different directions.Then we trade streetball intensity for pure 90s chaos with Celtic Pride, a sports comedy that could only come from a very specific era. Directed by Tom DeCerchio and starring Damon Wayans, Daniel Stern, and Dan Aykroyd, the film follows two diehard fans whose devotion to the Boston Celtics leads them to make one unbelievably dumb decision in the name of team loyalty. We talk about the film’s ridiculous premise, its over the top performances, and why it feels like a strange time capsule of sports fandom gone completely off the rails.Join us as we break down two wildly different basketball movies that explore ambition, obsession, and what people are willing to risk for the game they love. Lace up your sneakers and hit the court.

In this action-packed holiday double bill, Adam and Brian dig into two snowy thrill rides that pair yuletide cheer with bullets, brawls, and more amnesia than anyone asked for. 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-top set pieces, and what makes these wintertime oddities perfect rentals for fans of holiday mayhem.