All '80s Movies Podcast
149 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 70 ratingsThe movie podcast where we discuss the blockbusters, the flops and everything in between from one of the freshest decades for movies...the 1980's.
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Midnight Run (1988)
May 18, 2024 15:30 - 1 hour"Monday... Escape with their lives from New York... Tuesday... Impersonate F.B.I. agents in Chicago... Wednesday... Steal plane in New Mexico... Thursday... Almost kill each other by accident... Friday... Almost kill each other on purpose..." In this week's episode, we are discussing the action comedy 'Midnight Run' starring Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin. Directed by Martin Brest. Midnight Run - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095631/?ref_=tttg_ov Midnight Run - Rotten Tomatoes: https...
Krull (1983)
May 11, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour"Beyond our time, beyond our universe...there is a planet besieged by alien invaders, where a young king must rescue his love from the clutches of the Beast. Or risk the death of his world." For this week's episode, we are discussing the sci-fi adventure 'Krull' starring Ken Marshall, Lysette Anthony and Freddie Jones. Directed by Peter Yates. The movie also stars Liam Neeson and Robbie Coltrane. Krull - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0085811/?ref_=hm_rvi_tt_i_1 Krull - Rotten Tomatoes: h...
Diner (1982)
May 04, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour"It's open all day...and cookin' all night." In this week's episode, we are discussing the directorial debut of Barry Levinson, the 1982 comedy drama 'Diner'. The movie stars a bunch of up and coming actors such as Steve Guttenberg, Mickey Rourke, Kevin Bacon, Daniel Stern, Tim Daly, Ellen Barkin and Paul Reiser. It was nominated for one Oscar for Best Screenplay. Diner - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083833/?ref_=ttawd_ov Diner - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/diner ...
Sharky's Machine (1981)
April 27, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour"Nobody leans on Sharky's Machine." For this week's episode, we are discussing the neo-noir action thriller 'Sharky's Machine' starring Burt Reynolds, Rachel Ward and Charles Durning. Based on the novel of the same name by William Diehl, this movie was also directed by Burt Reynolds. Sharky's Machine- IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083064/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_6_nm_2_q_sharkys Sharky's Machine - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/sharkys_machine Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: ...
Private Benjamin (1980)
April 19, 2024 18:08 - 1 hour"The Army was no laughing matter until Judy Benjamin joined it." For this week's episode, we are discussing the 1980 military comedy 'Private Benjamin" starring Goldie Hawn, Eileen Brennan and Armand Assante. Directed by Howard Zieff. Private Benjamin- IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0081375/?ref_=hm_rvi_tt_i_10 Private Benjamin - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/private_benjamin Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-rat...
The Karate Kid (1984)
April 12, 2024 17:04 - 1 hour"He taught him the secret to Karate lies in the mind and heart. Not in the hands." For this week's episode, we are celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the release of 'The Karate Kid.' The movie stars Ralph Macchio, Oscar Nominee Pat Morita, Elisabeth Shue and William Zabka. Directed by John G. Avildsen. The Karate Kid- IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087538/?ref_=tttg_ov The Karate Kid - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/karate_kid The Karate Kid Deleted Scenes: https://w...
Brainstorm (1983)
April 05, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour"Imagine a machine that records sights... sounds... sensations, thoughts... feelings... emotions, even your dreams and nightmares. Then, at the touch of a button, transfers these personal experiences from mind to another. Any person. Any experience. Anything you can imagine." In this week's episode we are discussing the sci-fi drama 'Brainstorm' starring Christopher Walken, Natalie Wood and Louise Fletcher. Directed by Douglas Trumbull. Brainstorm - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0085271/...
The Color of Money (1986)
March 29, 2024 15:27 - 1 hour"The Hustler isn't what he used to be, but he has the next best thing. A kid who is." For the 125th movie we spotlight on our show, we are discussing the pool hustling drama 'The Color of Money' starring Paul Newman, Tom Cruise and Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio. Directed by Martin Scorsese, it is based on the book of the same name by Walter Tevis. The Color of Money - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090863/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_1_tt_1_nm_6_q_the%2520color%2520of%2520mo The Color of Money - Rotte...
Roxanne (1987)
March 22, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour"Roxanne dreamed of a handsome, intelligent, romantic man. C.D. Bales is two out of three... but looks aren't everything!" In this week's episode, we are discussing the romantic comedy 'Roxanne' starring Steve Martin, Daryl Hannah and Rick Rossovich. Based on the 19th Century play "Cyrano de Bergerac," this movie was directed by Fred Schepisi. Roxanne - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093886/?ref_=tttrv_ov Roxanne - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/roxanne Bill's Letterbo...
Family Business (1989)
March 15, 2024 14:29 - 1 hour"There's nothing like a good robbery... to bring a family together." In this week's episode, we are discussing the crime family drama "Family Business" starring Sean Connery, Dustin Hoffman and Matthew Broderick. Directed by Sidney Lumet. Family Business - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097328/?ref_=nm_flmg_t_56_act Family Business - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/family_business Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcas...
St. Elmo's Fire (1985)
March 08, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour"They thought they'd be friends forever, but forever couldn't last." In this week's episode, we discuss the movie that coined the term "Brat Pack", 'St. Elmo's Fire.' The movie stars Demi Moore, Rob Lowe, Andrew McCarthy, Emilio Estevez, Ally Sheedy, Judd Nelson and Mare Winningham. Directed by Joel Schumacher. St. Elmo's Fire - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090060/?ref_=tttg_ov St. Elmo's Fire - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/st_elmos_fire "Hollywood's Brat Pack" by ...
Purple Rain (1984)
March 01, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour"I'd like to dedicate this to my father, Francis L. It's a song the girls in the band wrote, Lisa and Wendy." For this week's episode, we are celebrating the 40th Anniversary of 'Purple Rain' starring Prince, Apollonia Kotero and Morris Day. Directed by Albert Magnoli. Purple Rain - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087957/?ref_=rvi_tt Purple Rain - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/purple_rain Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movi...
First Blood (1982)
February 23, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour"One war against one man." In this episode, we discuss the movie that brought us John J. Rambo. It is the action thriller 'First Blood' starring Sylvester Stallone, Brian Dennehy and Richard Crenna. This movie is based on the 1972 novel of the same name by David Morrell. Directed by Ted Kotcheff. First Blood - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083944/?ref_=nm_flmg_t_77_act First Blood - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/first_blood Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterbo...
Big (1988)
February 16, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour"Have you ever had a really big secret?" We kick off Season 4 with a "big" movie discussing 'Big' starring Tom Hanks, Elizabeth Perkins and Robert Loggia. Directed by Penny Marshall. Big - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094737/?ref_=tttg_ov Big - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/big Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratings/ Jason's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/jasonmasek/list/jasons-all-80s-movie...
Die Hard (1988)
December 29, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"High above the city of L.A. a team of terrorists has seized a building, taken hostages and declared war. One man has managed to escape. An off-duty cop hiding somewhere inside. He's alone, tired... and the only chance anyone has got." For our final episode of Season 3, we are going out with a bang. We are discussing 'Die Hard', one of the best action movies of all-time with our good friend and special guest (Director and Video Game Producer) Marwan Abderrazzaq. The movie stars Bruce Willis, ...
Trading Places (1983)
December 22, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"They're not just getting rich... They're getting even." In this episode, we are discussing the classic comedy 'Trading Places' which is celebrating it 40th Anniversary. The movie stars Dan Aykroyd, Eddie Murphy, Jamie Lee Curtis and Don Ameche. Directed by John Landis. Trading Places - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0086465/?ref_=tttg_ov Trading Places - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/trading_places Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-a...
The Sure Thing (1985)
December 08, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"A sure thing comes once in a lifetime... but the real thing lasts forever." In this week's episode we are discussing the road trip comedy, 'The Sure Thing' starring John Cusack, Daphne Zuniga and Anthony Edwards. Directed by Rob Reiner. The Sure Thing - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090103/?ref_=tttg_ov The Sure Thing - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/sure_thing Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratings/ Jason's...
Sea of Love (1989)
November 17, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"Deception is dangerous. Desire is deadly." In this week's episode, we are discussing the mystery thriller 'Sea of Love' starring Al Pacino, Ellen Barkin and John Goodman. Directed by Harold Becker. Sea of Love - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0098273/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_q_sea%2520of%2520love Sea of Love - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/sea_of_love Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratings/ Jason's Letter...
Black Rain (1989)
November 10, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"An American Cop in Japan. Their country. Their laws. Their game. His rules." In this week's episode, we are discussing the 1989 crime drama "Black Rain." It stars Michael Douglas, Andy Garcia, Ken Takakura and Kate Capshaw. Directed by Ridley Scott. Black Rain - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096933/?ref_=tttg_ov Black Rain - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1002512-black_rain Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-rat...
Superman II (1980)
November 03, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"The Man of Steel meets his match!" In this week's episode, we are discussing 'Superman II' starring Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Terence Stamp and Gene Hackman. We are flying into the theatrical version that was directed by Richard Lester (and Richard Donner). Superman II - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0081573/?ref_=tttg_ov Superman II - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/superman_ii Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-...
The Fly (1986)
October 27, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"Something went wrong in the lab today. Very wrong." For our final episode of this year's "Splatter Cinema Month" we are discussing the horror remake 'The Fly.' The movie stars Jeff Goldblum and Geena Davis. Co-wriiten and directed by David Cronenberg. The Fly - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091064/?ref_=tttg_ov The Fly - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1007602-fly Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratings/ Jason...
Fright Night (1985)
October 20, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"There are some very good reasons to be afraid...of the dark." For the third installment of this year's "Splatter Cinema Month", we are discussing the vampire movie 'Fright Night' starring William Ragsdale, Amanda Bearse, Chris Sarandon and Roddy McDowall. Written and directed by Tom Holland. (not Spider-Man's Tom Holland) Fright Night - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089175/?ref_=tttg_ov Fright Night - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1007910-fright_night Bill's Letterb...
Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981)
October 13, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"Just when you thought it was safe to go back to camp..." For our second episode of our third annual "Splatter Cinema Month" series, we will be going back to Crystal Lake to discuss 'Friday the 13th Part 2', starring Amy Steel, John Furey and Stu Charno. Directed by Steve Miner. Friday the 13th Part 2 - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0082418/?ref_=nm_knf_t_1 Friday the 13th Part 2 - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/friday_the_13th_part_2 Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https:/...
The Slumber Party Massacre (1982)
October 06, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"Close your eyes for a second... and sleep forever." For our first episode of our third annual "Splatter Cinema Month" series, we will be discussing 'The Slumber Party Massacre', starring Michele Michaels, Robin Stille and Michael Villela. Directed by Amy Holden Jones. The Slumber Party Massacre - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084695/?ref_=tttg_ov The Slumber Party Massacre - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_slumber_party_massacre Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://...
Sudden Impact (1983)
September 23, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"Dirty Harry is at it again." In this week's episode, we discuss the toughest cop in the streets of San Francisco, Inspector Harry Callahan in the crime thriller 'Sudden Impact'. The movie was directed by and stars Clint Eastwood. Also in the cast are Sondra Locke, Pat Hingle, Paul Drake and Audrie Neenan. Sudden Impact - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0086383/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_q_sudden Sudden Impact - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/sudden_impact Bill's Lette...
Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)
September 17, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"At Ridgemont High Only the Rules get Busted!" We conclude our "Back 2 Back to School Series" with the classic comedy 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High'. The movie stars Sean Penn, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Judge Reinhold, Phoebe Cates and Robert Romanus. Directed by Amy Heckerling, it was based on the book written by Cameron Crowe. Fast Times at Ridgemont High - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083929/?ref_=tttg_ov Fast Times at Ridgemont High - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/f...
Heathers (1989)
September 08, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"From the first blush of romance, to the last squeeze of the trigger." In this week's episode, we return to our "Back 2 Back to School" series in which we talk about two movies that take place at school. The first is the 1989 dark comedy 'Heathers' starring Winona Ryder, Christian Slater, Shannen Doherty and Kim Walker. Directed by Doug Lehmann. Heathers - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097493/?ref_=tttg_ov Heathers - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/heathers How to Play...
"Moments From '80s Movies that Scared Us" Minisode Special
September 01, 2023 16:00 - 51 minutesWho watches movies to be scared? Some of us like curling up on the couch under a blanket or covering our face waiting to be frightened. Others, not so much. Jason and Bill look back at some of the moments that scared them when watching movies from the '80s. Let us know what your scary movie moments were and we'll mention them in a future episode of our podcast. Email: [email protected] Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratin...
The Big Chill (1983)
August 26, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"How much love, sex, fun and friendship can a person take? The story of eight old friends searching for something they lost, and finding that all they needed was each other." In this week's episode. we discuss the Oscar nominated movie for Best Picture, 'The Big Chill'. With a stellar cast, this movie was co-written and directed by Lawrence Kasdan. The Big Chill - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0085244/?ref_=ttawd_ov The Big Chill - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/big_ch...
Stand By Me (1986)
August 20, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"For some, it's the last real taste of innocence, and the first real taste of life. But for everyone, it's the time that memories are made of." For the final episode of our "Summer at the Cinema Series", we are discussing the coming-of-age classic 'Stand By Me' starring Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman and Jerry O'Connell. Based on the short story 'The Body' written by Stephen King, this movie is directed by Rob Reiner. Stand By Me - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092005/?ref_=n...
The Lost Boys (1987)
August 11, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"Sleep all day. Party all night. Never grow old. Never die. It's fun to be a vampire." Our 3rd Annual "Summer at the Cinema Series" continues as we discuss the 1987 cult horror classic 'The Lost Boys' starring Jason Patric, Kiefer Sutherland, Dianne Wiest, Corey Haim, Edward Herrmann, Jami Gertz and Corey Feldman. Directed by Joel Schumacher. The Lost Boys - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093437/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_q_the%2520lost%2520boys The Lost Boys - Rotten Tomatoes: https:/...
The Flamingo Kid (1984)
August 04, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"It's going to be a summer to remember!" Our "Summer at the Cinema Series" continues as we discuss the 1984 summer drama 'The Flamingo Kid' starring Matt Dillon, Richard Crenna, Hector Elizondo and Janet Jones. Directed by Garry Marshall. The Flamingo Kid - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087265/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_8_nm_0_q_flamingo The Flamingo Kid - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/flamingo_kid Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80...
The Great Outdoors (1988)
July 28, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"A week in the woods with Roman and Chet: This is no holiday...this is war!" Our "Summer at the Cinema" series returns as we kick things off with 'The Great Outdoors'. This summer comedy stars John Candy, Dan Aykroyd, Stephanie Faracy, Annette Bening and Chris Young. Written by John Hughes, this movie was directed by Howard Deutch. The Great Outdoors - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095253/?ref_=tttg_ov The Great Outdoors - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/great_outdoors...
The Terminator (1984)
July 21, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"In the Year of Darkness, 2029, the rulers of this planet devised the ultimate plan. They would reshape the Future by changing the Past. The plan required something that felt no pity. No pain. No fear. Something unstoppable." For our 100th movie episode, we are discussing the sci-fi action classic 'The Terminator'. The movie stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton and Michael Biehn. Written and directed by James Cameron. The Terminator - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088247/?ref_=nv...
Three O'Clock High (1987)
July 14, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"Jerry Mitchell just bumped into Buddy Revell. Now Jerry isn't thinking about math or english. Because at three o'clock, he's history." In this week's episode, we discuss the 1987 teen movie 'Three O'Clock High' with guest Dayton Johnson of the "Docking Bay 77" podcast. The movie stars Casey Siemaszko, Annie Ryan and Ricard Tyson. Directed by Phil Joanou. Three O'Clock High - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094138/?ref_=tttg_ov Three O'Clock High - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomat...
Blow Out (1981)
July 07, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"Murder has a sound all of its own!" In this week's episode, we discuss the thriller 'Blow Out' starring John Travolta, Nancy Allen and John Lithgow. Written and directed by Brian De Palma. Blow Out - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0082085/?ref_=tttg_ov Blow Out - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/blow_out Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratings/ Jason's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/jasonmasek/list/ja...
The Stepfather (1987)
June 16, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"He wanted a perfect family in a perfect town. But they couldn't measure up...neither could the others." In this week's episode, we are discussing just in time for Father's Day the family thriller 'The Stepfather' starring Terry O'Quinn, Jill Schoelen and Shelley Hack. Inspired by a true story. Directed by Joseph Ruben. The Stepfather - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094035/?ref_=tttg_ov The Stepfather - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/stepfather Bill's Letterboxd Ratin...
Hoosiers (1986)
June 10, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour"They needed a second chance to finish first." In this week's episode, we discuss the 1986 sports movie 'Hoosiers' with guest Seth Levit of "The Fish Tank" podcast. The movie stars Gene Hackman, Barbara Hershey and Dennis Hopper. Directed by David Anspaugh, this movie was nominated for 2 Oscars. Hoosiers - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091217/?ref_=tttg_ov Hoosiers - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/hoosiers Hoosiers Deleted Scenes (What Happen with Buddy? 14:07 Mark): ...
Tron (1982)
June 02, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"A world inside the computer where man has never been. Never before now." In this week's episode, we discuss the ground breaking special effects Sci-Fi cult classic 'Tron' starring Jeff Bridges, Bruce Boxleitner, Cindy Morgan and David Warner. Written and directed by Steven Lisberger. Tron - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084827/?ref_=tttg_ov Tron - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/tron Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-p...
Platoon (1986)
May 22, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour"The first casualty of war is innocence." In this episode, we discuss the Oscar winning war drama 'Platoon' starring Charlie Sheen, Tom Berenger and Willem Dafoe. Written and directed by Oliver Stone. Platoon - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091763/?ref_=hm_rvi_tt_i_7 Platoon - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/platoon Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratings/ Jason's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/jaso...
Enemy Mine (1985)
May 12, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour"Enemies because they were taught to be. Allies because they had to be. Brothers because they dared to be." In this week's episode, we are discussing the sci-fi cult drama 'Enemy Mine' starring Dennis Quaid and Louis Gossett Jr. Based on the award-winning novella by Barry Longyear, this movie is directed by Wolfgang Peterson. Enemy Mine - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089092/?ref_=hm_rvi_tt_i_5 Enemy Mine - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/enemy_mine Bill's Letterboxd R...
The Outsiders (1983)
May 06, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour"They grew up on the outside of society. They weren't looking for a fight. They were looking to belong." In this week's episode we are discussing the coming of age drama 'The Outsiders' which is celebrating its 40th Anniversary. The movie stars C. Thomas Howell, Matt Dillon, Ralph Macchio, Patrick Swayze and Diane Lane. Based on the novel by S. E. Hinton, this movie was directed by Francis Ford Coppola. The Outsiders - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0086066/?ref_=tttg_ov The Outsiders - R...
The Dark Crystal (1982)
April 29, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"When evil screams throughout the world, when all three suns converge, when all that's fair and fine seems lost... a hero will emerge!" In this week's episode, we are discussing the dark fantasy adventure 'The Dark Crystal' from the brilliant imagination of Jim Henson. Directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz. The Dark Crystal - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083791/?ref_=tttg_ov The Dark Crystal - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/dark_crystal The World of The Dark Crystal (T...
Thief (1981)
April 21, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour"Tonight, his take home pay is $410,000...tax free." In this week's episode, we discuss the crime drama 'Thief' starring James Caan, James Belushi and Tuesday Weld. Written and directed by Michael Mann. Based on the novel "The Home Invaders" by Frank Hohimer. Thief - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083190/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_q_thief Thief - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1021230-thief Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-m...
Bloodsport (1988)
April 14, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"The secret contest where the world's greatest warriors fight in a battle to the death." In this week's episode, we discuss the 1988 action movie 'Bloodsport' with guests Brad Koszo and Jeff Johnson of the "A Film By..." podcast. The movie stars Jean-Claude Van Damme, Donald Gibb, Leah Ayres and Oscar-Winning actor Forest Whitaker. Directed by Newt Arnold. Bloodsport - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092675/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_7_nm_1_q_bloodsport Bloodsport - Rotten Tomatoes: https://ww...
Fletch (1985)
April 07, 2023 15:45 - 1 hour"Meet the only guy who changes his identity more often than his underwear." In this week's episode we discuss the classic comedy 'Fletch' starring Chevy Chase, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson and Tim Matheson. Based on the book series by Gregory McDonald. Directed by Michael Ritchie. Fletch - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089155/?ref_=tttg_ov Fletch - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/fletch Gregory McDonald's Fletch Series: https://www.bookseriesinorder.com/gregory-mcdonald/ Bil...
They Live (1988)
March 31, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour"They control what you see. They decide what you hear. You think they're people just like you. You're wrong. Dead wrong." In this week's episode, we discuss the Sci-Fi action movie 'They Live' starring Roddy Piper, Keith David and Meg Foster. Written and directed by John Carpenter. They Live - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096256/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_1 They Live - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/they_live They Live - Alley Fight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dN8Z7y_QcwE...
9 to 5 (1980)
March 24, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour"Getting even is a full-time job." In this week's episode, we discuss the work place comedy '9 to 5' starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton and Dabney Coleman. Directed by Colin Higgins. 9 to 5 - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080319/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_9 9 to 5 - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/9_to_5 Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratings/ Jason's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/jasonmasek/lis...
Leviathan (1989)
March 17, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour"It will leave you gasping for air..." In this week's episode, we discuss the underwater horror movie 'Leviathan' starring Peter Weller, Amanda Pays, Richard Crenna and Ernie Hudson. Directed by George P. Cosmatos. Leviathan - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097737/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Leviathan - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/leviathan Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratings/ Jason's Letterboxd Ratings: https:/...
Nighthawks (1981)
March 10, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour"Wulfgar, an international terrorist holds the City of New York hostage, but Deke DaSilva, the most dangerous cop known to man, can take him down." In this week's episode, we discuss the crime thriller 'Nighthawks' starring Sylvester Stallone, Rutger Hauer and Billy Dee Williams. Directed by Bruce Malmuth. Nighthawks - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0082817/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Nighthawks - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1015095-nighthawks Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https:/...