Interviews
Book Review of Boondocks Saints: Vol 1 Blood Origin
Troy Duffy, the creator/director of The Boondock Saints, has written a new novel called “The Boondock Saints Vol 1 Blood Origin”. It has been 14 years since Troy has written about the MacManus Brothers and ll Duce. The most recent was Boondock Saints: In Nomine Patris, from Gauge Comics.

Countdown City Geeks had early access to both the audiobook and book, and it was an honor to review it. Retro Ray and five fans were one of the first to talk about it on The BoonDoctor Podcast with Troy Duffy and a surprise special guest.

The book is available in eBook and audiobook formats via Audible, Amazon, and Apple Books. Troy narrates the audiobook. The ebook is awesome, but the audiobook takes it to next level. Boondock fans will love this journey. You will learn where their faith came from and how Connor and Murphy came to Boston. Along the way we find out so much about the MacManus family. We also find out when they meet Rocco and so much more.

What I love about the book is Troy starts every chapter with a bible verse. For example, “Chapter 1 Ezekiel 25:17 Blessed is he, who in the name of charity and goodwill, shepherds the weak through the valley of darkness for he is truly his brothers”. The MacManus bothers make the peacoats look cool. Troy tells us where Connor and Murphy get their rosary from. I love how he uses movie references from current and past with the boys. I loved reading this but hearing Troy Duffy’s voice telling the story is incredible. It will leave you wanting more. I give this 5 out of 5 rosaries.
Countdown City Geeks also interviewed Troy Duffy recently. You can watch the full interview, where we talked about how this book has some similarities to what the TV show was supposed to be, and he also talks about how he’s still working on part three.
Interviews
Apple TV+ Star City: DP Brendan Uegama on Visual Storytelling & this week’s finale
In this interview, we sit down with Brendan Uegama, Director of Photography for Apple TV+’s ‘Star City’, to explore the visual storytelling behind one of the platform’s most compelling new series. Uegama shares insight into crafting the show’s distinct look, balancing cinematic scope with intimate character moments, and the creative collaboration that brings the world of ‘Star City’ to life.
Throughout the conversation, he discusses the technical and artistic choices that define the series. From lighting and camera movement to building atmosphere and tone across each episode. As the story builds toward its highly anticipated conclusion, Uegama also reflects on the journey of Season 1 and what audiences can expect as the narrative reaches its peak.
Don’t miss the Season 1 finale of Star City, airing July 10th on Apple TV+.

“Star City” is a propulsive paranoid thriller that takes us back to the key moment in the alt-history retelling of the space race – when the Soviet Union became the first nation to put a man on the moon. But this time, we explore the story from behind the Iron Curtain, showing the lives of the cosmonauts, the engineers, and the intelligence officers embedded among them in the Soviet space program, and the risks they all took to propel humankind forward.
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Indie Horror Spotlight: Britt Bankhead and Grace Patterson on ‘The Town That Takes’
Join us for an interview with writer, director, and lead star Britt Bankhead alongside co-star Grace Patterson as they dive into their indie horror film The Town That Takes. The duo shares an inside look at bringing this chilling story to life, from the film’s eerie concept and creative inspirations to the challenges of producing independent horror.
The film itself is based on American folklore. That inspiration led the creative team and the cast to make an ambitious project that’s part drama, horror and suspense.
Catch the film in select theaters July 10th and for more info visit TheTownThatTakes.com.

Synopsis: The film follows Dean Richardson, a troubled Army veteran attempting to rebuild a relationship with his estranged twelve-year-old son, Wyatt, following the sudden death of his ex-wife. Their journey takes a terrifying turn when they stop in a remote backwoods’ town haunted by whispers surrounding the word CROATOAN. After a brutal murder leaves Dean as the prime suspect and Wyatt suddenly disappears, he is forced into an uneasy alliance with veteran Detective Douglas O’Shea and rookie Detective St. Clair as a series of unexplained deaths, disappearances, and impossible encounters begin spreading throughout the region. As evidence points toward something far older and more sinister than a simple murder investigation, Dean races to uncover the truth behind the legend before an ancient evil claims another victim.
Interviews
Dylan Flashner on Breaking into Acting, Working with Hollywood Legends, and His Music
Boston-born actor Dylan Flashner sits down for an in-depth interview where he shares his unexpected journey into acting and how it all began by being spotted on the set of a music video. A proud Boston Celtics fan, Flashner also talks about his roots, his passion for sports, and how his upbringing has shaped his career.
He reflects on working alongside Hollywood heavyweights like Mel Gibson and Morgan Freeman, offering behind-the-scenes insights from set. Beyond acting, Flashner dives into his creative life as a rapper, revealing another side of his artistry. It’s a candid and entertaining conversation you won’t want to miss.
His latest film THE CURE is now out on video on demand.
Synopsis: A chronically ill teenager (Samantha Cochran) begins to suspect her ultra-wealthy biotech philanthropist parents (David Dastmalchian and Ashley Greene) may be engineering her illness, and her body, for sinister purposes she never imagined.

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