1986 Movies Episodes

"The terror starts the moment he stops." In this episode, we discuss the cult thriller 'The Hitcher.' The movie stars C. Thomas Howell. Rutger Hauer and Jennifer Jason Leigh. Directed by Robert Harmon. The Hitcher - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091209/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_7_nm_1_in_0_q_the%20hitc The Hitcher - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_hitcher Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratings/ Jason's Letterbo...

In this episode of the "All 80s Movies Podcast," hosts Bill Bant and Jason Masek delve into the 1986 fantasy epic 'Highlander.' They explore the film's plot, characters, and the creative forces behind it, including the performances of Christopher Lambert, Sean Connery, and Clancy Brown. They share their personal memories of the film, discuss its themes, and analyze its cinematic techniques and the iconic soundtrack by Queen. The episode also highlights favorite scenes, action sequences, and the romantic themes underscored by Queen's music, ultimately reflecting on societal issues like vigilante justice. The hosts delve into the climactic battle of 'Highlander,' focusing on the intense showdown between Connor MacLeod and Kurgan at Silver Cup Studios. They discuss the action-packed finale, the emotional weight of the Quickening, and the film's memorable score. The conversation then shifts to a segment on 'Swiss Cheese and Complaints,' where they address plot holes and character inconsis…

In this episode of the "All '80s Movies Podcast," hosts Bill Bant and Jason Masek dive into the 1986 techno horror film 'Chopping Mall.' They discuss the film's plot, characters, and its cult classic status, while sharing their initial impressions and favorite moments. The conversation explores the film's production, humor, and the dynamics between characters, ultimately reflecting on the entertaining yet flawed nature of the movie. They discuss various scenes, including the infamous killbot's efficiency, the clever elevator trap set by the characters, and the tense moments in a pet shop. They also share their thoughts on character performances, particularly Barbara Crampton's, and highlight some of the film's more ridiculous elements, leading to a light-hearted critique of the movie's logic and execution. They spotlight charactor actor Dick Miller, explore trivia about the film's production, and reflect on its box office performance. The conversation also touches on favorite '80s mov…

In this episode of the "All 80s Movies Podcast", Bill Bant and Jason Masek discuss the 1986 film 'Peggy Sue Got Married.' They explore their earliest memories of the movie, share their initial thoughts, and delve into their favorite scenes and moments. The hosts highlight the reunion scene as a favorite, noting the nostalgia and character development it provides. They also discuss the scene where Peggy Sue goes home again, emphasizing the emotional impact and the relatability of reconnecting with loved ones from the past. Overall, they appreciate the writing, performances, and nostalgic elements of the film. Peggy Sue attends Maddie's party and has a romantic moment with Charlie. Peggy Sue has a heartfelt conversation with her grandparents. Peggy Sue tells Richard about the future. The portrayal of Peggy Sue's sister Nancy is not convincing. The scene where Charlie confronts Peggy Sue in her bedroom is intense and well-written. 'Peggy Sue Got Married' is a well-written and clever movi…

In this episode of the "All 80s Movies Podcast", Bill Bant and Jason Masek discuss the 1986 action thriller 'F/X'. They talk about their earliest memories of the film, the behind-the-scenes magic of special effects, and their favorite scenes and moments. They also touch on the confusing plot and unnecessary involvement of the police in the story. Overall, they find the movie entertaining and appreciate the practical effects used in the film. Part of the conversation, Jason and Bill discuss favorite moments and scenes from the movie 'F/X'. They talk about the squib effects used in the film and how they were well done. They also discuss the fake assassination scene and the use of disguises. They mention the surprise death of Ellen and the chase scene in Central Park. They also highlight the homeless makeup effects and the van chase scene. Jason and Bill cover various plot holes and inconsistencies in the movie 'F/X'. They analyze the details of the final sequence and point out the impla…

"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...

"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...

"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...

"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): ...

"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...

"A Singing Plant. A Daring Hero. A Sweet Girl. A Demented Dentist." In this week's episode, we discuss the 1986 musical comedy 'Little Shop of Horrors' with guest Russell Guest of the Retro Movie Roundtable podcast. This movie, which was nominated for 2 Oscars, stars Rick Moranis, Ellen Greene and Vincent Gardenia. Directed by Frank Oz. Little Shop of Horrors - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091419/?ref_=tttg_ov Little Shop of Horrors - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1...

"Leisure Rules!" In this week's episode, we are discussing the 1986 hit comedy 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' starring Matthew Broderick, Mia Sara and Alan Ruck. We are joined by Ben Lawhorn from "Three Films and a Podcast" as our guest host. This movie was written and directed by John Hughes. Ferris Bueller's Day Off - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091042/?ref_=tttg_tg_tt Ferris Bueller's Day Off trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ZDbKhkLxTs Ferris Bueller's Day Off - Rotten Tomatoe...

"All right, 11 o'clock, but I'm gonna talk to that Dean. I mean, these classes could be a REAL inconvenience." In this week's episode, we discuss the back to school comedy, 'Back to School' starring Rodney Dangerfield, Sally Kellerman and Keith Gordon. Directed by Alan Metter. Back to School - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090685/?ref_=ttqt_qt_tt Back to School trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnvwN8yntok Back to School - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/back-to-s...

"He's survived the most hostile and primitive land known to man. Now all he's got to do is make it through a week in New York." In this week's episode, we discuss the surprise Fish-Out-Of-Water smash hit comedy 'Crocodile Dundee' starring Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski. Directed by Peter Faiman. Crocodile Dundee - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090555/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Crocodile Dundee trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ie2yGh3Ts7I Crocodile Dundee - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rot...

"Guess who's going to be the life of the party?" In this week's episode we discuss the slasher horror movie 'April Fool's Day' starring Deborah Foreman, Deborah Goodrich and Ken Olandt. This movie was directed by Fred Walton. April Fool's Day IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090655/?ref_=tttg_tg_tt April Fool's Day Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EgeBYZSSIIc April Fool's Day - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1001138-april_fools_day Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: httpre...

"The laughter. The lovers. The friends. The fights. The talk. The hurt. The jealousy. The passion. The pressure. The real world." In this week's episode, we discuss the teen drama 'Pretty in Pink' starring Molly Ringwald, Jon Cryer and Andrew McCarthy. This movie was written by John Hughes and directed by Howard Deutch. Pretty in Pink IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091790/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Pretty in Pink Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-rAFVlr65k Pretty in Pink - Rotten To...

"It's just you and me now sport... " In this episode we discuss the 1986 crime thriller 'Manhunter' starring William Petersen, Tom Noonan and Joan Allen. Directed by Michael Mann. Based on the novel "Red Dragon" by Thomas Harris. Manhunter - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091474/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Manhunter trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nbpk0pv60DE Manhunter - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1013248-manhunter Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bi...

"They're out of school, out on Nantucket, and out of their minds. With this crowd, anything can happen!" For our final episode in our "Summer at the Cinema Series", we will be discussing the wacky comedy 'One Crazy Summer' starring John Cusack, Demi Moore and Bobcat Goldthwait. Written and directed by Savage Steve Holland. One Crazy Summer - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091680/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 One Crazy Summer trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xJu_qJw_Rk One Crazy Summer - Ro...

"There are some places in the universe you don't go alone. " This week we conclude our discussion on 'Aliens', which include Facts and Trivia, Swiss Cheese, The Complaint Department and 'Aliens: The Special Edition'. This movie stars Sigourney Weaver, Bill Paxton, Michael Biehn, Carrie Henn, Paul Reiser and Lance Henriksen. This Oscar winning movie was written and directed by James Cameron. Aliens - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090605/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Aliens trailer: https://www.yout...

"This time it's war." This week we discuss part 1 of a special 2-part episode on one of the biggest films of the 80s, 'Aliens', starring Academy Award Nominee Sigourney Weaver. Directed by James Cameron. Aliens - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090605/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Aliens trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSeQQlaCZgU Aliens - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1000617-aliens Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podca...

"They've got 30 days to clean up Chicago before they retire to paradise... Losing their police car, their suspect, and their pants is a real bad start!" In this week's episode, we almost lose our pants discussing the buddy cop comedy 'Running Scared' starring Gregory Hines, Billy Crystal and Jimmy Smits. Directed by Peter Hyams. Running Scared - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091875/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3 Running Scared trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qt2AyS-Zinw Running Scared - Rott...

"Jack Burton's in for some serious trouble and you're in for some serious fun." In this week's episode, we discuss 1986's mystical, action, adventure, comedy, Kung Fu, monster, ghost story, 'Big Trouble in Little China', starring Kurt Russell, Kim Cattrall and Dennis Dun. Directed by John Carpenter. Big Trouble in Little China - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090728/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Big Trouble in Little China trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXsBBqPb5YE Big Trouble in Little Chi...