Film Lag
Melissa grew up without cable TV or a VCR, so she missed many popular films and pop culture references. Her husband Nick did not have that gap, and together they watch and discuss the movies she missed over the years. The podcast is a casual conversation about classic and well-known films seen through fresh eyes. Listeners join them as they catch up on movie culture from the past.
Episodes
E95: Pretty in Pink
In this episode of Film Lag, Nick introduces Chris to the 1986 classic Pretty in Pink, starring Molly Ringwald, Jon Cryer, and Andrew McCarthy. As a first-time viewer, Chris dives into the heart of this quintessential John Hughes-era teen drama, discussing:😍The iconic love triangle: Andie, Duckie, and Blane. Was it really a love triangle? I mean, c’mon Duck Man, get the message!👗The 80s-licious fa
E94: The Indian in The Cupboard
In this Film Lag episode, Nick introduces Melissa to The Indian in the Cupboard—the 1995 fantasy film starring Hal Scardino and Litefoot. As Melissa experiences the movie for the first time, they dive into some of its most memorable elements, including:The magic of childhood imagination: How Omri’s discovery of the cupboard unlocks a world of wonder and responsibility.The film’s themes on history
E93: Real Genius
In this episode of Film Lag, Nick introduces Chris to the 1985 cult classic Real Genius, starring Val Kilmer. As Chris experiences this sharp, nerdy comedy for the first time, the duo dives into the film’s standout moments, including:⚛️ Val Kilmer’s effortlessly cool portrayal of Chris Knight, a genius who balances brilliance with mischief.⚛️ The ethical dilemmas of scientific discovery, as the yo
E92: Twisters
In this episode of Film Lag, Nick takes Melissa on a whirlwind journey through the plot of Twisters (2024), the standalone sequel to the 1996 classic Twister. Melissa doesn’t have time to watch the flick, but wants to be equipped for water cooler conversations, so she’s tapped Nick to give his ‘hot take’ and summary of the story of Kate Carter, a retired storm chaser drawn back into the chaos of T
E91: Highlander
In this electrifying episode of *Film Lag*, Nick introduces Chris to the cult classic *Highlander* (1986), featuring the legendary Sean Connery. As Chris experiences the film for the very first time, the duo dives deep into its key elements: The blessing and the curse of being immortal. What would you do with it? Could you handle such a gift?The magic of being a Highlander. Does it resemble a cert
E90: Explorers
Nick introduces Melissa to the 80s sci-fi adventure Explorers, starring young Ethan Hawke & River Phoenix. Tune in as they discuss: 1️⃣ The magical wonder of building a spaceship in your backyard 🛠️✨ 2️⃣ The nostalgic charm of 80s kid adventures 🎒🌌 3️⃣ That quirky alien encounter—what was that about?! 👽😂Relive 80s childhood magic with us in this out of this world experience!
E89: Invasion U.S.A.
In this action-packed episode of Film Lag, Nick introduces invading guest Chris to the explosive world of Invasion U.S.A., starring Chuck Norris. Join them as they delve into the high-octane and adrenaline-fueled adventure that is this 80s classic.They'll discuss:- Chuck Norris's iconic performance an uzi-toting, lone hero with quick kicks and quips.- The intense and gripping plot, featuri
E88: Cool Runnings
In this episode of Film Lag, Nick introduces Melissa to the heartwarming and hilarious world of "Cool Runnings," starring John Candy. Join them as they slide into the inspiring true* story of the Jamaican bobsled team's journey to the Winter Olympics, where they’ll discuss:
The unlikely formation of the team and how their relationships make the film shine
John Candy's touchin
E87: Live Free or Die Hard
It just isn’t Christmas without Die Hard. In this action-packed episode of Film Lag, Nick and Melissa jump back into the world of John McClane with Live Free or Die Hard. As a die hard fan of the first Die Hard film, Melissa shares her thoughts on McClane’s jump into the digital age and how this sequel stacks up against its predecessors. Tune in to hear Melissa’s verdict and Nick’s take on this bo
E86: October Sky
Well... It's been awhile since our last episode... and that's because sometimes we need our space... And boy-howdy do we get some in 1999's October Sky!
Join us as we welcome special guest Allen, who remembers when Sputnik was launched, and let Melissa take the reigns of the show, as this flick is a favorite of hers that Nick hasn't seen.
Will Jake Gyllenhaal's portrayal of Homer Hickam, the small
E85: Frankenstein
In this electrifying episode, Nick introduces Melissa to the hair-raising 1931 classic 'Frankenstein'. They'll dissect the chilling performance that turned Boris Karloff into a horror legend, unravel the tangled ethics of Dr. Frankenstein's scientific pursuits, and debate whether the monster was truly monstrous or just misunderstood. So, bolt your doors, dim the lights, and tune in for some monstr
E84: Marathon Man
This week on Film Lag, Nick & Melissa are introduced to the heart-pounding thriller 'Marathon Man', where Dustin Hoffman's running skills are put to the test against a backdrop of espionage and dental distress. They'll dive into the infamous "Is it safe?" scene that will make you cancel your next dentist appointment and discuss the stylish 70s cinematography running
E83: The Running Man
This week’s episode finds us sprinting into the dystopian world of The Running Man to unpack the adrenaline-pumping action of this 80s classic. Can we survive tackling the film's portrayal of a totalitarian society obsessed with reality TV, debating the ethical quandaries of the entertainment industry, and marveling at Arnold Schwarzenegger's one-liners that are as sharp as his biceps? Ex
E82: The Golden Child
This year’s summer break episode features a special guest star who’s back for more: Matt! Our gracious host selected the ‘86 Eddie Murphy flick The Golden Child and joined us to discuss the difference between watching this film as a kid vs. as an adult, fun facts about the movie, and if Nick’s Eddie Murphy impressions have the potential to save the world. Join us to see if good conquers evil!
E81: National Lampoon's Vacation
Summer road trip? Check. Quality family time? Check. Slapstick shenanigans at every turn? Check. This week we tag along for the ride with Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo, and the whole Griswold clan in 1983’s National Lampoon’s Vacation. Join us as we dive into the hilarious misadventures of the Griswold family as they embark on a disastrous cross-country road trip to Walley World. See you on the ho
E80: St. Elmo's Fire
Cue the epic saxophone and put on your best 80s blazer because this week we are watching St. Elmo’s Fire. With a dreamy brat pack cast and catchy theme song, this film covers an often-overlooked time in a young person’s life: life after college. We’ll dish on the best moments, trivia and favorite characters. Join us!
E79: Independence Day (4:3 Edition)
It’s that special time of year again, where we celebrate and salute the best parts of America by watching the 1996 smash hit Independence Day. Surely this was good ol’ Uncle Sam’s favorite flick! Tune in for a deep dive on the worst aspect ratio to watch a movie in (4:3), how this film came about, and try not to wish you were at a BBQ.
E78: The Black Hole
This week Melissa gets stuck in the inescapable gravity of 1979’s The Black Hole. Join us as we navigate spacial anomalies, mad scientists, questionable outfits, and unexpected guest stars. Let’s get spacey!
Every Which Way But Loose
Clint Eastwood, a biker and an orangutan walk into a honky-tonk bar. Maybe that sounds like a joke, but it’s the absurd plot of this week’s film: Every Which Way But Loose. Was this a comedy or an action movie? Any which genre you pick, we liked it! Like a good jukebox, this movie has a little of everything: bikers, bare-knuckle boxing, country music and a cheatin’ woman. Listen along as we croon
Around The World in 80 Days
In anticipation of epic summer trips, Nick and Melissa booked a ticket for the grandest trip of them all: 1965’s Around The World in 80 Days. Based upon the classic Jules Verne novel, the story finds English gentleman Phileas Fogg try his bloody best to traverse the globe with the latest 1870s tech. Along the way he’s helped - and often harmed - at every turn by his trusty manservant Passepartout.
G.I. Joe: The Movie
This Memorial Day weekend Nick showed Melissa a Real American Hero - the 1987 VHS masterpiece G.I. Joe: The Movie! Join us as we dig into Cobra Commander’s commanding performance, what cooking convention the Joes follow, and how the “death” of Duke scarred a generation. GO JOE!
A View To A Kill
Bond. James Bond. This week we watch Roger Moore’s final Bond film: A View to a Kill. While he wasn’t a big fan of this sprawling action movie, we found some things to like about it. Cheeky puns, for example, and Grace Jones sparring with Christopher Walken. Listen along as we dissect the tech, Bond-i-ness, extravagant chase scenes and the perfection Walken as a Bond villain. Shake your martinis a
Innerspace
They say don’t sweat the small stuff, but that’s just what Dennis Quaid does in this week’s exciting episode on Steven Spielberg’s Innerspace. We don’t shrink away from discussing the finer details of this 80s sci-fi flick, from face-bending special effects to blood vessels made of jello and tiny villains hiding in the back seat. Don’t miss the surprising revelation about Martin Short! Tune in for
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of The Ooze
In this totally tubular episode, we're diving shell-first into the nostalgia ooze as Nick shows Melissa Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze for the first time! Can this childhood favorite of Nick’s stand the test of time? Will Melissa be impressed with the turtle-riffic animatronics? Crank up Vanilla Ice’s Ninja Rap, grab a slice of your favorite pizza and find out! Cowabunga!
Howard The Duck
This week’s film Howard The Duck isn’t all its quacked up to be… literally! Tune in to hear how this 1986 sci-fi rom-com shook Melissa’s faith in Nick’s movie choices, animatronics, and George Lucas. Can anything save redeem this hard-boiled duck hunt? The answer – as well as the duration of the glider chase scene – may surprise you.
Commando
This week Nick and Mel go Commando – as in the 1985 classic Schwarzenegger action flick! Listen along as we discuss this film’s horribly wonderful puns, why Nick can’t stop thinking of a particular scene, and how we’d terminate Arnold if we were the bad guys. Let’s party!
Dawn of The Dead (2004)
It’s the end of the world as the cast of Dawn of The Dead knows it… and Melissa and Nick feel fine! Listen along as they celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary by watching Zack Snyder’s classic fast zombie flick -- which was released the same month and year they got hitched! What part of this dystopian film can Melissa not get out of her head? How many homages does it deliver? Will Nick be able
Apollo 13
Houston... we have a problem! 54 years (to the day) after the launch of NASA's finest hour, Melissa gets blasted off with Ron's Howards a zero-g drama. Can we take the intensity of this edge-of-you-seat true story? Will Melissa lose her mind with excitement over all of the NASA nerdery, dials and nobs? Tune in to find out!
Cocktail
Pull up a stool and flag the nearest bartender as we enjoy a round of the 80s Tim Cruise bar classic Cocktail. Listen along as we reminisce about life in the 80s, how beat poetry is appropriate in most situations and why you should start your day with a tall glass of carrot juice and a set of aerobics. Slainte!
Supergirl
What’s that in the sky? It’s 1984’s: Supergirl! Listen along as we discuss Helen Slater’s turn as the Man of Steel’s cousin, the obsessiveness of Fay Dunaway’s evil sorceress, and all the ways this movie shows that romance can go wrong. Grab a cape, soak up some rays and listen along!
Police Academy
Form up! Time to get in shape, fall in line and watch the goofball slapstick comedy Police Academy. We’ll discuss the joy of listening to George Gaynes talk and the origin of this crazy premise. (Hint: it’s not as crazy as we thought!) The first in a long line of sequels, is this the best movie in the franchise? Nick has thoughts. Tune in for more. Move out!
Dune
Do I have a concussion or did I just watch a David Lynch film? We’ll be asking questions like this and more as we hash out our emotional reaction to the epic, divisive and spicy 1984 Dune. Listen along as we discuss Sting’s wardrobe, Sir Patrick Stewart’s mullet and cool-under-prophecy-pressure Kyle MachLachlan. Bonus: a Fatboy Slim revelation. The Sleeper awakes!
The Saint
Step aside, Sir Roger Moore, Val Kilmer is The Saint, and what a blessing in disguise! Nick has been quoting this romp through Russia since the 90s and now Mel finally gets to see why. If you harbor nostalgia for the Cold War, 90s music or luscious hair, this episode is for you. Listen along as we discuss the magic of Elizabeth Shue, Kilmer’s accents and who had the best hair.
Rocky
Adrian! Lace up, grab your bricks and join us as we watch the 70s smash hit Rocky. Missing Carl Weathers, Nick decided it was time to finally show Mel this heavyweight classic. We attempt a blow-by-blow of this underdog story within an underdog story. (Sylvester Stallone was meta before we had any inkling of the word.) Don’t leave town.
The Thing from Another World
What’s in the ice? Also, what’s in this drink? Find out as we view and review the original 1951 sci-fi thriller: The Thing from Another World. We’ll discuss the movie’s staying power, the beauty of black-and-white film, and saucy flirting from the ‘50s. Keep the flamethrower handy for this one and watch the skies. Everywhere. Keep looking. Keep watching the skies.
48 Hrs.
The boys are back in town! Strap in for a gritty and unflinching bromance from 1982: 48 Hours. We discuss the nuance of Nick Nolte and Eddie Murphy’s “odd couple” relationship, what makes a Beach Boy grumpy, and what to do with a baseball bat. Tune in and keep your bat handy!
Cliffhanger
Three cheers for 90s action movies! This week Mel and Nick climb to new heights with a real nail-biter: Cliffhanger. What makes this flick so memorable? Is it the practical effects, stunning panoramas or Sylvester Stallone’s biceps? Listen along as we weigh in on that and more. Keep your arms and legs in the vehicle at all times!
Enemy Mine
Light the fireworks and prepare for a crash landing! Mel and Nick ring in the New Year as they often do: by watching a classic sci-fi stunner and this year is no exception. Enemy Mine, from 1985, explores the unlikely bromance between two species and might just have you reaching for the tissues. Dennis Quaid and Louis Gosset Jr. are seemingly nothing like Kevin Costner and Morgan Freeman in Robin
A Christmas Story
Oh fudge, Mel and Nick take their lumps and finally watch the beloved (by some) classic A Christmas Story. Can they find something to like about this movie? Will they still be horrified by the tongue on the flagpole scene? Can Ralphie’s pink bunny pajamas win them over? Tune in and don’t shoot your eye out!
Die Hard with a Vengeance
Ho ho ho! It’s the most wonderful time of the year: time for a Die Hard screening. This week Mel and Nick strap in for the action-packed Die Hard with a Vengeance and joyfully kick off the holiday season with explosions, a gold heist and John McLane. Listen along as we discuss favorite scenes, tears for Pulp Fiction and whether or not this is a “weak-quel” (read: a weak sequel). Think fast. Look a
Rudy
Ten-Hut! Sean Astin scores one for the podcast this week as Rudy in the 1993 film based on a true (and incredible) motivating story. We break out the Bingo cards for this one, figure out who “The Gipper” really is and go on a rant about trophy-worthy hair. Don’t miss it!
Trains, Planes and Automobiles
To celebrate Thanksgiving, John Candy shows Steve Martin what a true PiTA is in the 80s John Hughes classic Planes, Trains and Automobiles. If you think you're having a rough turkey day, listen along to hear how much worse it could be, and how to look through the chaos and make it a little bit better.
Soylent Green
Ever have a strange feeling in the pit of your stomach? A question you just couldn't let go of? This week's dystopian 70s classic Soylent Green is all that and a bag of nutrient-rich biscuits! Listen along as we discuss how films rate at predicting the future, if ascots are a net gain for Charlton Heston’s looks, and what our “50 years in the future nightmare scenarios” look like!
Silver Bullet
Is it a full moon? Or Gary Busey’s eyes? Both are known to bring out creatures of the night and this episode is no exception. We bring the Halloween season to a close with the creature feature Silver Bullet, a must-see for fans of the werewolf genre. Listen along as we discuss why this hair-raising flick still hits the right notes (ahem, Corey Haim and Steven King) despite the dated special effect
Flatliners
It’s a good day to die. Strike that, it’s a good day to experience the intense suspense of Flatliners! Listen along as Mel and Nick discuss the film’s artistic mood, the spiritual prequel to The Lost Boys and which of the star-studded cast we’d choose if we ever needed mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Let’s hope it never comes to that…clear!
Friday the 13th
Wakey wakey, Kevin Bakey! Welcome, campers, to a showing of Friday the 13th. Join us for a fireside chat about the chills, thrills and surprises in this horror movie classic. Listen along as we talk about all things scary, from cast iron frying pans to sheep’s blood. (Gross, we know, but Tom Savini sure knew what he was doing!)
Arachnophobia
As we draw closer to Halloween, the creepy-crawly hit Arachnophobia may be just what the doctor ordered. Will Nick and Mel get caught in the quirky and suspenseful web of Jeff Daniels and John Goodman? Pour a good vintage glass of wine and tune in to find out! Don’t forget to check your slippers for spiders…!
The 'Burbs
‘Tis the season for spooky movies! Nick and Melissa kick off October with a flick that has major curb appeal: The ‘Burbs. Join us, neighbor, as we dish about the actors (young Tom Hanks!), favorite scenes (animal crackers, anyone?) and alternative endings. Listen along, but heed this warning: Green sky at morning? Neighbor take warning. Green sky at night? Neighbor take flight.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
We celebrate the one-year anniversary of the podcast this week as Mel discovers the meaning of T-U-R-T-L-E Power while Nick gushes about his childhood favorite 1990’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Join us as we marvel at Henson Company’s puppetry (thanks Bryan Henson), dish about the blink-and-you’ll-miss-them cameos, and test our skill with a turtle mask and weapon quiz. Think you know the answer
Harry and The Hendersons
John Lithgow fans rejoice: our movie this week is Harry and the Hendersons! From the deep woods outside of Seattle in the 80s, this hairy adventure has us wanting to believe in Big Foot, planning our next camping trip and shopping for a dependable station wagon. (Seatbelts optional?) Listen along as Nick takes a musical quiz and schools Mel on the meaning of HBO.
Revenge of the Nerds
Freshman year! In Revenge of the Nerds a motley crew of misfits take on the football team fraternity for the ultimate triumph story. Tune in for another Goose sighting, discussion of what nerd even means, and the perfect formula for a reboot (without all the cringey parts that aged worse than milk in a hot car). Nerd! Nerd! Nerd! We have news for the beautiful people. There's a lot more of us than
Newsies
Extra! Extra! Jump up and give a flying bell kick, because Newsies week is here! Can an energized historical musical about a kids strike in New York be Nick’s love language? You betcha. Listen along as we sing (can’t help it), share our favorite moments and laugh at the scathing reviews. No matter what the critics say, let us seize the day!
Space Camp
Come in, Houston. This week we are over the moon for the “camptivating” Space Camp! Launch with us into a discussion about cool robots, love for NASA and anything else that pops into our space-geek brains. (BSG included, naturally.) Listen along as we orbit the 80s and shoot for the stars. Max and Jinx friends, FOR-EV-ER!
Caddyshack
This week we take a swing at golf-tastic 80s comedy Caddyshack. Will this flick be sub-par or a hole-in-one? Can you film an entire movie on the premise of gopher vs. golfer? Mel seems to think so! Find out if she’s right and listen along. Be the ball!
Top Gun
Nick feels the need… the need for showing his wife one of the quintessential films of the 80s! Listen along to find out if this high-flying flick won over Mel’s preconceived notions of what a film about jet fighter pilots would be like. Will it take off or crash and burn in great balls of fire? Talk to me Goose!
An American Tail
There are no cats in America! This week we learned kids movies that play to adults are nothing new, Steven Spielberg started it way back in 1986 with An American Tail. And it has aged well, like a fine cheese, say, or like Dom DeLuise’s voice. We just never get tired of it! Tune in and see if you remember the lyrics to the classic song: Somewhere out there… and don’t lose your hat!
Uncle Buck
This week’s summer break episode features a special guest star: Matt! Our gracious host selected the ‘89 flick Uncle Buck and joined us to discuss the dangers of raising teenagers, the genius of John Candy and why you should always have a hatchet in your trunk. Don’t miss this loveable film with real reboot potential (ahem, Ricky Gervais) and listen along! Need a sitter?
Superman
What’s that in the sky? It’s 1978’s: Superman! Listen along as we discuss Christopher Reeve’s unforgettable performance, the wackiness of Gene Hackman’s Lex Luthor, and romance in the air (literally) with Margot Kidder. Kick back in your Fortress of Solitude, turn up the John Williams score and listen along!
Independence Day
Didn’t we promise you fireworks? In a break from the rulebook, Film Lag celebrates the Fourth of July by rewatching the chilling and thrilling ‘96 summer-stunner Independence Day. We could’ve been at a barbeque, but we’d rather cheer on Jeff Goldblum, Bill Pullman and Will Smith as they save the world from alien annihilation (and look darn good while doing it). Join us as we declare: we will not g
The Poseidon Adventure
After Jaws we needed a bigger boat… and it doesn’t get much bigger than the 1972 classic The Poseidon Adventure! A bevy of Oscar winners, led by the unsinkable Gene Hackman, try to beat the odds in the disaster movie that set the tone for all that came after. Join us to find out why this movie still floats after all these years.
Jaws
It’s officially summer and we’re hitting the beach! Jaws, the 1975 thriller from Steven Speilberg, makes a big splash with its slow build horror, tense John Williams score and the utterly endearing Richard Dreyfuss. Tune in to hear Nick and Mel discuss the boozy captain, chumming around with friends and reading Peter Benchley. If you thought fishing was boring, think again! You’re gonna’ need a bi
The Hobbit
Decades before Peter Jackson’s Hobbit trilogy showed us just how cheeky Bilbo can be, the 1977 animated musical for television captured little Nick’s imagination and gave him his first glimpse into the hobbit hole of Bag End. This week is an all-ages, all-Tolkien geek-out discussion on Gandalf, sleepy folk music and (you won’t see this coming) He-Man and Orko! Grab a pipe, blow some smoke rings an
Weird Science
She blinded me with science! What happens when Mel gets to experience the 80s classic Weird Science for the (maybe) first time? Find out in this episode, where they share their thoughts on the movie's plot, characters, special effects and aspects of the film that didn’t age that well. This podcast is perfect for fans of 80s nostalgia, geek culture, and weird science.
First Blood
In today’s episode Mel meets John Rambo for the first time and realizes she had him all wrong. First Blood proves to be more than just a brainless action movie, thanks to Sylvester Stallone’s (pre-accent) convincing portrayal of PTSD and the exquisite facial expressions of Brian Dennehy (pre-Cocoon). We’ll discuss all the important questions: Is that really David Caruso? Would we like to see Rambo
Stand By Me
This week we happily travel to the 50s for a sweet summer coming-of-age flick that hits you in the feels like a loaded freight train: Stand By Me. This episode is packed with exciting surprises: based on a story written by Stephen King! Directed by Rob Reiner! John Cusak plays the older brother! Be amazed by the young star power of River Phoenix, Wil Wheaton, Corey Feldman and Jerry O’Connell, and
Beverly Hills Cop
What has got bananas up our tailpipes this week? Beverly Hills Cop, a darn good Jerry Bruckheimer film starring Mel’s new fav actor: Eddie Murphy. Join us as we gush about the standout cast surrounding Murphy in this flick, from Judge Reinhold’s cocker spaniel-like cop to Bronson Pinchot’s unforgettable accent as art studio host (you may know him as Balki Bartokomous). Steal a robe and slippers, r
Short Circuit
Boot up with us as we discuss the robot-tastic 1986 film Short Circuit. So many details in this movie make our circuits happy: switches and buttons, a hip song from El DeBarge and a talking, dancing robot who bears a striking resemblance to a certain Disney character. Steve Guttenberg and Ally Sheedy manage a geeky romance in the midst of the action too! Power down and listen along. Johnny 5 is al
Time Bandits
What do you get when you cross a Monty Python movie with Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure? You get Time Bandits, the 1981 sci-fi adventure tale that features all the latest gadgets, trippy visual effects and George Harrison vocals. Is it a sci-fi comedy? Is it satire? We don’t care, we are (mostly) happy to swing through decades of history as long as we have a good map. A special appearance from
Cocoon
Get ready to feel young again with Ron Howard’s 1985 classic Cocoon. This week’s film finds America’s Greatest Generation stumbling upon the fountain of youth, courtesy of some out-of-town visitors. It has it all: deep moral conundrums, mind-bending mysteries, and geriatric romance galore! Have a listen with us to discover why this flick quickly became Melissa’s favorite of the podcast – jump on i
Hoosiers
Lace up your Converse shoes and hit the court this week for Hoosiers, the sporty 1986 drama that had us rooting for an underdog high school basketball team from Hickory, Indiana. This episode is fun and friendly! (Not like the chilly welcome Gene Hackman gets from the small town folks.) We cover all the big questions! Will we ever get tired of listening to Gene Hackman yell? Is a granny shot consi
Clash of The Titans
Move over Gizmo, a mechanical owl named Bubo won our hearts this week! Nick and Mel find their destiny lies in watching Clash of the Titans, the fantastic 1981 summer blockbuster that used stop-motion animation and clever Hollywood tricks to deliver a sweeping Greek saga. The star power of Laurence Olivier, Dame Maggie Smith, and Burgess Merideth fit right in with the powerful storytelling that le
Total Recall
This time we rocket to the future for another Arnold Schwarzenegger gem: Total Recall! With more surprise twists than an M. Night Shyamalan movie, a crazily possessive and leg-swinging Sharon Stone, and an eye-popping ending, there’s something for everyone (mutants included). Listen during your next staycation as we chat about holograms, finding a cab, and the very nature of self. Try out your bes
Spies Like Us
This week Nick and Mel ask themselves: can the looming threat of the Cold War be fodder for uproarious comedy? Chevy Chase and Dan Aykroyd endeavored to find out in the 80s flick Spies Like Us. Does hilarity ensue? Is Chevy Chase always the ladies' man? How does Dan Aykroyd look so young?! We’ll let you decide, but be prepared for quips, gags and, well, several doctors. Doctor. Doctor. Tune in wit
Grumpy Old Men
It’s Valentine’s, so love is in the air! And also a 50-year rivalry, hilarious boyish pranks, and a new woman on the block. Grumpy Old Men surprises Mel this week with its sincere celebration of joie de vivre and Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau’s ability to make her crack up. Ann-Margret’s character gives us all something to aspire to, and Matthau’s line lives on in infamy: eat my shorts. Grab your
Glory
Sometimes it’s important to connect with a movie that plants you in an uncomfortable period in history, so you can ‘walk a mile’ in someone else’s uncomfortable shoes. Glory, the 1989 Civil War drama based on a true story, does just that. Loaded with emotional performances from Matthew Broderick, Morgan Freeman, Cary Elwes, and Denzel Washington (who consequently won his first Oscar), Nick and Mel
John Carpenter’s The Thing
This may sound crazy, but in the dead of winter, there’s no place we’d rather be than a remote science facility in Antarctica. It’s the perfect getaway, as long as there are no thawed aliens taking the form of people you trust. Of course, the (manly) men of John Carpenter’s The Thing didn’t have a frosty prayer of hope to defeat this shape-shifting menace. Listen along as we discuss flame-throwers
Excalibur
Hark! Listen along with Nick and Mel as they play Excalibur Bingo and see if you can spot the period drama must-haves. Knights in shining armor? Check. Cameo performances from Helen Mirren, Patrick Stewart and Liam Neeson? Check, check and check. A long and winding plot complete with a bromance for the ages? Check! Nevermind that you might get lost in the story or be annoyed with Merlin, it’s all
Coming To America
Good morning my neighbors! This week we get off the SciFi train and surprise Mel with a royal RomCom from Eddie Murphy: Coming to America. This film has more than a few surprises – a young and fiery Samuel L. Jackson, a Soul Glo jingle that will curl your toes (so good or so bad, you decide), and a perfect New York subway scene. To top it all off, Arsenio Hall dazzles as a cohort to Murphy’s princ
Predator
Get pumped with Nick and Mel for this week’s 80s favorite: Predator! Ok, maybe Mel saw this ages ago, but it’s well worth a rewatch thanks to the star power of Arnold Schwarzenegger, Carl Weathers, and streamlined jungle action. The muscles! The quips! The thrill of the hunt! Take a listen then “Get to the chopper!”
Logan's Run
Ring in the New Year by looking to the future with the sci-fi classic Logan’s Run. What’s the future like? Young things live out their days dedicated to pleasure in the shelter of a giant dome. Sounds great, except for the carousel ride when you hit 30. The sweeping narrative left us puzzling over some details, but the relaxed 70s storytelling style more than makes up for it. Take a shot at dome l
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