1987 Movies Episodes

"AL CAPONE. He ruled Chicago with absolute power. No one could touch him. No one could stop him. - Until Eliot Ness and a small force of men swore they'd bring him down." In this episode, we discuss the period crime drama 'The Untouchables.' The movie stars Kevin Costner, Sean Connery, Andy Garcia and Robert De Niro. Directed by Brian De Palma. Loosely based on the memior of Eliot Ness. The Untouchables - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094226/?ref_=tttg_ov_bk The Untouchables - Rotten Toma...

In this episode of the "All 80s Movies podcast," hosts Bill Bant and Jason Masek take a deep dive into the 1987 action hit 'Lethal Weapon.' They break down the film’s plot, characters, and the electric partnership between Mel Gibson and Danny Glover. The discussion kicks off with a nostalgic revisit of the movie’s VHS box copy before shifting to screenwriter Shane Black and his distinct storytelling style. Bill and Jason share their first memories of seeing the film and how it shaped their appreciation for action movies. They spotlight standout moments like Riggs’ explosive introduction and the unforgettable rooftop jump, while also playfully debating whether Lethal Weapon qualifies as a Christmas movie. Throughout the episode, they explore the chemistry between the leads, the balance of humor and high-stakes action, and the film’s lasting impact on the buddy cop genre. The hosts examine the opening scenes, from the lively, relatable chaos of Murtaugh’s family life to the stark …

In this episode of the "All 80s Movies Podcast," hosts Bill Bant and Jason Masek delve into the 1987 horror classic 'Hellraiser,' directed by Clive Barker. They explore the film's unique blend of supernatural horror and psychological themes, focusing on the character dynamics, particularly between Frank Cotton and Julia. The hosts share their personal connections to the film, discuss its memorable special effects, and highlight their favorite scenes, including Frank's resurrection and Kirstie's encounter with the Cenobites. The conversation emphasizes the film's lasting impact and its exploration of obsession, pain, and pleasure. They discuss the film's low-budget production, the impact of Clive Barker's vision, and the various reactions of characters to the horrific events. The conversation also touches on logistical questions about the plot, the performances of the cast, and the film's legacy in the horror genre. Additionally, they share trivia, alternate titles, and their personal …

In this episode of the "All '80s Movies Podcast," Bill and Jason kick off their "Back 2 Back to School Series" by discussing the 1987 high school comedy 'Hiding Out.' They highlight missed opportunities in the film, such as exploring the differences Max faced returning to high school, and delving deeper into the relationship between Max and Ryan. They also discuss the tonal shifts in the movie and the age difference between Max and Ryan. Favorite scenes include the action sequence at the beginning of the movie and Max's interaction with Ryan's father. They talk about the scene where Max and Ezzard bond in the school after hours, and how it could have been better developed. They also discuss the scene where Max and Patrick argue about their problems, highlighting the theme of perspective. During the "Swiss Cheese and Complaint" segement, Jason mentions his mixed feelings about the movie's focus and character development while both hosts express their complaints about John Cryer's beard…

"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...

"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:/...

"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...

"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...

"A one-night fling, with no strings attached. That's what she said. That's what he believed." In this week's episode, we discuss the 1987 smash hit thriller 'Fatal Attraction' which was nominated for 6 Oscars. The movie stars Glenn Close, Michael Douglas and Anne Archer. Directed by Adrian Lyne. Fatal Attraction - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093010/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Fatal Attraction - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1007141-fatal_attraction Fatal Attraction Alternat...

"An Adventure of Incredible Proportions." In this week's episode we discuss the adventure comedy, 'Innerspace', starring Dennis Quaid, Martin Short and Meg Ryan. Directed by Joe Dante. Innerspace - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093260/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Innerspace trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nETKzcMDf9U Innerspace - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/innerspace Body Wars (Epcot): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4PD5yVp7e0 Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://let...

"Heroes. Giants. Villains. Wizards. True Love. - Not just your basic, average, everyday, ordinary, run-of-the-mill, ho-hum fairy tale." In this week's episode, we discuss the 1987 fantasy, adventure, romance 'The Princess Bride' starring Cary Elwes, Robin Wright and Mandy Patinkin. This movie was directed by Rob Reiner and based on the book written by William Goldman. The Princess Bride - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093779/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 The Princess Bride trailer: https://www.youtu...

"In 1965, military D.J. Adrian Cronauer was sent to Vietnam to build morale. His strategy: keep 'em laughing. His problem: staying out of trouble." In this week's episode, we discuss the war comedy movie 'Good Morning, Vietnam' starring Robin Williams, Forest Whitaker and Bruno Kirby. This movie was directed Barry Levinson. Good Morning, Vietnam - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093105/?ref_=tttg_tg_tt Good Morning, Vietnam - Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mJoHqmtFcQ Good Morning...

"It killed 37 people, robbed 6 banks, 2 liquor stores, a record shop and stole 2 Ferraris. Now the fun starts. It just took over a police station. A new breed of criminal." In this week's podcast, we discuss the under-seen sci-fi thriller 'The Hidden' starring Kyle MacLachlan, Michael Nouri and Claudia Christian. This movie was directed by Jack Sholder. The Hidden IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093185/?ref_=tttg_tg_tt The Hidden Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bl-iB4WAB0o Th...

"May the Schwartz be with you! " For this week's episode we discuss Mel Brooks' satire on all things science fiction and outer space with the 1987 comedy "Spaceballs". The movie stars Bill Pullman, Daphne Zuniga, Rick Moranis and John Candy. It was written and directed by Mel Brooks who also plays two characters in the movie. Spaceballs - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094012/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Spaceballs trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTuFQAXD0aE Spaceballs - Rotten Tomatoes: ht...

"The Sequel To The Ultimate Experience In Grueling Terror" We are at the midway point of our "Splatter Cinema Month" and in this week's episode we are discussing the 1987 horror/comedy 'Evil Dead II: Dead by Dawn'. This sequel stars Bruce Campbell and Sarah Berry and was written and directed by Sam Raimi. Evil Dead II - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092991/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_8 Evil Dead II trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCo5iN7SbUU Evil Dead II - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rotte...

"She thought babysitting was easy money - until she started hanging out with the Andersons." For our 25th movie episode, we decided to discuss 1987's adventure comedy "Adventures in Babysitting" starring Elisabeth Shue, Keith Coogan and Anthony Rapp. This movie was directed by Chris Columbus. Adventures in Babysitting - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092513/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Adventures in Babysitting trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sj_WCLmAx7o Adventures in Babysitting - Rotten T...

"Have the time of your life." For our second episode in our "Summer at the Cinema Series" we will be discussing 'Dirty Dancing' starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey. Directed by Emile Ardolino. Dirty Dancing - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092890/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Dirty Dancing trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95IlLCfg8_g Dirty Dancing - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/dirty_dancing Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s...

"At Ocean Front High, what do they call a guy who cuts classes, hates homework, and lives for summer vacations? Teacher." For our first episode in our "Summer at the Cinema Series" we will be discussing 'Summer School' starring Mark Harmon, Kirstie Alley and Courtney Thorne-Smith. Directed by Carl Reiner. Summer School - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094072/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Summer School trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VijCU3fPp3s Summer School - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www....

"It is the year 2019. "The Running Man" is a deadly game no one has ever survived. But..... Schwarzenegger has yet to play. " Jason and Bill go back to the past which used to be the future to discuss the 1987 sci-fi, action movie 'The Running Man' starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Richard Dawson. Directed by Paul Michael Glaser. The Running Man - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093894/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 The Running Man trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ceegnWSENQ The Running Man - ...

"Is it a crime of passion, or an act of treason?" Somebody call the CIA or FBI! In this week's episode, Bill and Jason are trapped inside the Pentagon and now there is 'No Way Out' for them as they discuss this 1987 thriller starring Kevin Costner, Sean Young, Will Patton and Gene Hackman. Directed by Roger Donaldson. No Way Out - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093640/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 No Way Out trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lypNWLvpb0I No Way Out - Rotten Tomatoes: https://...

"Ronald is making an investment in his senior year. He's hiring the prettiest cheerleader in school to be his girlfriend." In this week's episode, we discuss 1987's teenage comedy, 'Can't Buy Me Love', starring Patrick Dempsey and Amanda Peterson. Directed by Steve Rash. Can't Buy Me Love - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092718/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Can't Buy Me Love trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0IaPGcEPMk Can't Buy Me Love - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/ca...

"Part man, part machine, all cop." Welcome to the first episode of the All 80's Movies Podcast. In this episode, we discuss 1987's sci-fi, action film, RoboCop, starring Peter Weller and directed by Paul Verhoeven. RoboCop - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093870/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 RoboCop trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tC_5mp3udE RoboCop - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1017712-robocop Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-8...