Sports Episodes

"The legend continues...The Italian Stallion is back!!" In this episode, we discuss the return of one of the most successful sports fanchises in movie history, 'Rocky III.' The movie stars Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Carl Weathers and Mr. T. It was also written and directed by Sylvester Stallone. Rocky III - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084602/?ref_=tttg_ov_bk Rocky III - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/rocky_iii More about the Rocky Statue: https://www.rockystatue...

In this episode of the All 80s Movies podcast, Bill Bant and Jason Masek discuss the 1989 film 'Field of Dreams.' 'Field of Dreams' is a magical and sentimental movie that celebrates the love of baseball and the power of dreams. The film follows Ray Kinsella, a farmer who hears a mysterious voice telling him to build a baseball field in his cornfield. As he follows this calling, he encounters the ghosts of legendary baseball players, including Shoeless Joe Jackson. Through these encounters, Ray learns about forgiveness, reconciliation, and the importance of pursuing one's dreams. The movie explores themes of family, nostalgia, and the enduring spirit of America's pastime. Bill and Jason share their earliest memories of the movie and discuss its themes of following your dreams and reconciling with the past. They praise the performances of Kevin Costner, Amy Madigan, Ray Liotta, and James Earl Jones, and highlight the magical realism and romanticism of the film. They also express thei…

"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://ww...

"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): ...

"A comedy with bats and balls." Our "Summer at the Cinema Series" continues and for our second episode we will be discussing the baseball comedy 'Major League', starring Tom Berenger, Charlie Sheen and Wesley Snipes. Written and directed by David S. Ward. Major League - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097815/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Major League trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_ILz9bC-VU Major League - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/major_league Major League Original ...

"A Major League Love Story in a Minor League Town ." For our third episode in our "Summer at the Cinema Series", we will be discussing the baseball classic 'Bull Durham' starring Kevin Costner, Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins. Written and directed by Ron Shelton. Bull Durham - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094812/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Bull Durham trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dnJFndf-Krg Bull Durham - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/bull_durham AJ Burnett shatters...

"Their goal was freedom... " In this week's episode we kick around the 1981 soccer drama 'Victory' starring Michael Caine, Sylvester Stallone and Pele'. Directed by the legendary John Huston. Victory - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083284/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Victory trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MO2yuDWi-IA Victory - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1022576-victory Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratings...