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30something Movie Podcast

John W. Reid

One movie each week. 30 years in the making.

tv & film film history

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01:44:12

460: ”It ain’t white boy day” | True Romance (1993)

30something Movie Podcast ·

2023/03/15

In a world where passion and danger collide, a young couple named Clarence and Alabama find themselves caught up in a whirlwind of crime and chaos. With a suitcase full of drugs and a heart full of love, they embark on a wild journey to escape the clutches of a ruthless gangster and pursue their dreams of a better life. From the seedy underbelly of Detroit to the bright lights of Hollywood, True Romance is a thrilling tale of love, loyalty, and the ultimate quest for freedom. Starring Christian

01:16:04

459: ”That’s Right, Woodchuck-Chuckers” | Groundhog...

30something Movie Podcast ·

2023/03/08

Groundhog Day is a 1993 American fantasy-comedy film directed by Harold Ramis. The movie follows the story of Phil Connors, a TV weatherman played by Bill Murray, who finds himself trapped in a time loop, reliving the same day over and over again. Alongside Murray, the film features actors Andie MacDowell and Chris Elliott in leading roles. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GncQtURdcE4

01:19:33

458: ”The Rocky Cliffs” | Cliffhanger (1993)

30something Movie Podcast ·

2023/03/01

Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled thrill ride with Cliffhanger! Starring Sylvester Stallone, John Lithgow, Michael Rooker, and Janine Turner, this action-packed blockbuster follows a group of mountain climbers who must battle the elements and a group of ruthless hijackers in a race against time. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c55DDQT8zDA

01:21:07

457: ”Leguizamo Ex Machina” | Carlito’s Way (1993)

30something Movie Podcast ·

2023/02/22

Carlito's Way is a classic crime drama directed by Brian De Palma, starring Al Pacino as Carlito Brigante, a former drug lord trying to go straight. The film follows Carlito's attempts to leave his criminal past behind, but his loyalty to his friends and his own reputation constantly draw him back into the world he's trying to escape. You could even say... just when he thought he was out... they pulled him back in. Starring Al Pacino, Sean Penn, and John Leguizamo. Watch the trailer:

01:24:29

456: ”Peanut Butter Super Chunk Emergency” | Benny &...

30something Movie Podcast ·

2023/02/15

Joon is a young artist plagued by hallucinations and schizophrenia but also wants a life of her own apart from her brother's overprotective nature. When she begins to fall in love with a quirky, free-spirited young man, it may just give her the chance she needs to take control of her life. Johnny Depp, Mary Stuart Masterson, and Aidan Quinn star in Benny & Joon. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPjBb1qeiK4

01:28:23

455: ”Checkmate” | Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993)

30something Movie Podcast ·

2023/02/09

A young chess prodigy, Josh Waitzkin, and his father navigate the complex world of competitive chess. The film showcases the struggles of balancing intense pressure and the love of the game. Joe Mantegna, Ben Kingsley, Joan Allen, Laurence Fishburne, and Max Pomeranc star in Searching for Bobby Fischer. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gghecEHT4PI

01:04:31

454: ”Everybody Works on Wednesday” | Dave (1993)

30something Movie Podcast ·

2023/02/01

If you're too busy to be everywhere at once, clones might be the way to go. However, if it's not 1996 and you're not Michael Keaton, that's still 3 years away. If you're Kevin Kline and the president, you might have to settle for an exact look-alike named Dave. Kevin Kline, Sigourney Weaver, Frank Langella, and Ben Kingsley star in Dave. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taDreDT3E6A

01:33:46

453: ”Be like water” | Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story...

30something Movie Podcast ·

2023/01/25

A must-see film for martial arts and Bruce Lee fans alike, this biographical drama tells the story of the legendary martial artist and actor. And don't worry, this one won't be over in sixty seconds. Jason Scott Lee, Lauren Holly, and Robert Wagner star in Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDKTBiHBmeI

54:07

452: ”There Be Whales Here!” | Free Willy (1993)

30something Movie Podcast ·

2023/01/18

Get ready to dive deep into the world of Free Willy on this week's episode. Can a troubled whale and a troubled foster kid help each other out? Yes. The answer is yes. It's a kid's movie, so nothing terrible will happen. Starring Keiko, Jason James Richter, and Lori Petty. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xk0XY83eEuM

01:16:42

451: ”I’m gonna scare the pants off America” |...

30something Movie Podcast ·

2023/01/11

Join us for a rollicking good time as we delve into the zany world of Joe Dante's cult classic: Matinee! Join us in the fallout shelter as we deconstruct the film's off-the-wall plot, bizarre characters, and over-the-top special effects. But beware, you may never look at giant ants the same way again. Starring John Goodman, Robert Picardo, and Cathy Moriarty star in Matinee. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GmhD-MnoQM

01:43:41

450: ”Hold On to Your Butts” | Jurassic Park (1993)

30something Movie Podcast ·

2023/01/05

When scientists discover the secret to reviving dinosaurs from extinction and create a prehistoric zoo, who could've imagined that their experiment would go awry when the dinos escape their enclosures? Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, and Richard Attenborough star in Jurassic Park. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jKEqDKpJLw

01:46:55

449: ”Light the Lamp, Not the Rat!” | Muppet...

30something Movie Podcast ·

2022/12/28

The Muppets are at it again, this time teaming up with Ebenezer Scrooge to bring the Christmas spirit to life in a musical retelling of the classic Charles Dickens holiday tale. Michael Caine, Kermit the Frog, and Miss Piggy star in Muppet Christmas Carol. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVAUtzgfumk

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448: Batman Animated Series and X-Men ’92

30something Movie Podcast ·

2022/12/25

1992 was a pivotal year for some great comic book storylines — and two amazing cartoon series. Batman: The Animated Series from Bruce Timm and Paul Dini would be the definitive portrayal of Batman for a new generation of fans. The X-Men cartoon would open up the world of mutants and their struggles to live in a world that hates and fears them. As our special Christmas gift to you, John runs down his favorite episodes and a little history of these two animated series. Be excellent to each other and

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447: ”Here I Go Again On My Own” | Home Alone 2: Lost...

30something Movie Podcast ·

2022/12/21

Kevin McCallister gets lost in New York City and has to save the holiday proceeds for a children's hospital from a pair of bumbling burglars, all while his family vacations in Florida without him... again. Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, and Daniel Stern star in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5h9VDUNtoto

01:29:30

446: ”Christmas Parent Trap” | All I Want for...

30something Movie Podcast ·

2022/12/14

Ethan and Hallie are two young siblings who launch a convoluted scheme to get their divorced parents back together for Christmas. Harley Jane Kozak, Jamey Sheridan, Kevin Nealon, and Leslie Nielsen star in All I Want for Christmas. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpP2LJv_Bc0

01:22:41

445: ”That’ll do, pig” | The Babe (1992)

30something Movie Podcast ·

2022/12/07

Babe Ruth rose from humble beginnings to become synonymous with the sport of baseball. From "calling the shot" to "the House that Ruth built," he was one of the greatest ever to play the game. Life and relationships were a little more of a struggle for him, though. John Goodman and Kelly McGillis star in The Babe. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZ7oY0tA7qU

01:23:55

444: ”FREEEE???” | Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)

30something Movie Podcast ·

2022/12/03

Patreon co-executive producer Padraig joins us to talk about one of his favorite holiday movies — Santa Claus: The Movie. Starting with the origin story of Santa himself, Christmas becomes threatened when an unscrupulous businessman wants to take over and make Christmas *his* holiday. Dudley Moore, John Lithgow, and Burgess Meredith star in Santa Claus: The Movie. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzFDcjesuVs

01:43:19

443: Interview with Steve Bryant | 40 Years of The...

30something Movie Podcast ·

2022/12/01

Dave Stevens created The Rocketeer in 1982 as a backup story for another comic. From that point on, the character has captured imaginations for four decades. John sits down with Steve Bryant, the creator of comic book character, Athena Voltaire. Steve and his work have been heavily influenced by Dave Stevens and he was more than happy to geek out with us!

59:56

442: ”Religion and Fly Fishing” | A River Runs...

30something Movie Podcast ·

2022/11/30

Two sons of a rural pastor grow up in 1920s Montana. They spend much of their time fly fishing and learning some important life lessons from it. Brad Pitt, Tom Skerritt, and Craig Sheffer star in A River Runs Through It. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsIolBViUmc

01:13:24

441: ”The Tramp can’t talk” | Chaplin (1992)

30something Movie Podcast ·

2022/11/23

Charlie left his humble beginnings in London to make it big in America... and he definitely made it. Chaplin tells the story of one of the most influential filmmakers in early Hollywood. Robert Downey Jr, Kevin Kline, Dan Aykroyd, and Diane Lane star in Chaplin. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBh_5F3aXTI

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