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Too Old or Pure Gold Movie Podcast

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton.

Where Gen X nostalgia meets fresh perspectives from Millennials and Gen Z. Each week, we dive back into the iconic films of the 80s to see if they still hold up today. Join us as we debate whether these classics are cinematic gold or just a relic of the past.

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

58:36

TOPG Ep 37: Pretty in Pink

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2025/02/17

Break out the vintage thrift store finds and teenage angst—this week, we’re revisiting Pretty in Pink (1986)! John Hughes delivers another dose of high school drama, unrequited love, and questionable fashion choices as Molly Ringwald navigates the social divide between rich kids and outcasts. Does Duckie still steal the show? Is Blane really worth the trouble? And most importantly—does this 80s teen classic still hold up?

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77:04

TOPG Ep 36: First Blood – Special Guest Vinnie Tortorich

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2025/02/10

Before Rambo became a one-man army with unlimited ammo, there was First Blood (1982), a surprisingly grounded thriller about a drifter, a sheriff with an attitude problem, and one very unlucky small town. We're joined by special guest Vinny Tortorella as we break down Stallone’s intense performance, Brian Dennehy’s top-tier antagonism, and whether this action classic still holds up or is just a piece of 80s nostalgia.

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69:35

TOPG 35: Groundhog Day

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2025/02/03

We relive Groundhog Day (1993), the time-loop classic starring Bill Murray. From philosophical debates to groundhog-related crimes, we break down what makes this film a comedy masterpiece. Does it still hold up, or should it stay stuck in the past?

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60:18

TOPG Ep 34: Romancing the Stone

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2025/01/27

We dive into the tale of a romance novelist turned treasure hunter, played by Kathleen Turner, who teams up with a rogue adventurer (Michael Douglas) in a jungle escapade filled with danger, laughs, and chemistry. From epic one-liners to questionable geography, we ask the ultimate question: Does this gem still sparkle, or is it too old to shine?

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65:15

TOPG 33: Soul Man

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2025/01/20

Is blackface problematic? Spoiler: yes. Join us and the hosts of the absolutely obscure podcast as we break down the controversial 1986 comedy Soul Man. From its misguided premise to its attempts at humor, we’ll explore whether this film was trying to make a statement or simply missed the mark.

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54:47

TOPG 31: Cliffhanger

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2025/01/13

Hold on tight as we revisit the 1993 action-thriller Cliffhanger! Sylvester Stallone scales new heights as a former rescue climber pulled back into a dangerous mission involving stolen money, icy peaks, and high-stakes betrayals. We debate the breathtaking stunts, the over-the-top villainy, and whether this adrenaline-fueled classic still has a solid grip on audiences.

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56:19

TOPG Ep 31: Pale Rider

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2025/01/06

In this episode, we saddle up for Clint Eastwood’s 1985 Western Pale Rider and dive into the film’s themes of justice, revenge, and supernatural mystery. Does this gritty take on the Western genre still strike gold, or has time dulled its edge?

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45:02

TOPG Ep 30: Sleepless in Seattle

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2024/12/30

This week, we revisit Sleepless in Seattle (1993) to see if this iconic rom-com still tugs at the heartstrings or feels like a dated love letter. With Tom Hanks, Meg Ryan, and plenty of long-distance longing, we break down the grand gestures, the quirky supporting cast, and that unforgettable Empire State Building finale. Can a […]

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49:19

TOPG Ep29: Gremlins

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2024/12/23

Is Gremlins a Christmas movie, horror movie, comedy movie or a covid conspiracy film? Join us in this special Christmas episode as we get to the bottom of these questions and break down the classic 1984 movie Gremlins

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63:03

TOPG Ep 28: Trading Places

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2024/12/16

Join us as Gen X and Millennials clash over the classic role reversal film Trading Places. Is this a beloved comedy gem, or problematic and antiquated? Is this a Christmas movie? Why is Mathew called the professor? Is being a monkey Jim Belushi's best role? Tune in to find out the answers to all these questions.

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49:30

TOPG Ep 27: Running Scared

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2024/12/09

In this episode, we chase down the 1986 buddy cop classic Running Scared. From their impeccable comedic chemistry to the wild car chases and sun-soaked Miami detour, we ask: does this 80s favorite still run strong, or has it slowed to a crawl? Tune in to find out if it’s too old or pure gold!

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65:08

TOPG Ep 26:

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2024/12/02

Get ready for some Big Trouble in Little China! In this episode, we revisit John Carpenter's 1986 action-comedy cult classic. Follow Kurt Russell as the overconfident, clueless trucker Jack Burton, who stumbles into a battle of ancient magic, martial arts, and supernatural mayhem in San Francisco's Chinatown. Does this wild mashup of genres still pack a punch, or is it just too weird for modern tastes? Tune in to find out if it’s too old or pure gold!

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46:39

TOPG Ep 25: Dreamscape

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2024/11/25

In this episode, we dive into Dreamscape (1984), where psychic dream warriors battle nightmares, government conspiracies, and a truly creepy snake monster. Join us as we explore this mind-bending sci-fi thriller starring Dennis Quaid, Max von Sydow, and Kate Capshaw. Does Dreamscape still deliver the thrills, or is it lost in the dream haze of 80s cinema? Tune in to find out if it’s too old or pure gold!

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55:42

TOPG Ep 24: Tootsie

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2024/11/18

In this episode, we dive into Tootsie, the 1982 comedy where Dustin Hoffman discovers the secret to career success: high heels and a wig. Join us as we unpack this gender-bending classic, from Hoffman's questionable makeup skills to the chaos of pretending to be a woman in 80s New York. Does Tootsie still dazzle, or is it just a dated drag? Tune in to find out if it’s too old or pure gold!

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52:57

TOPG Ep 23: Blind Fury

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2024/11/11

Get ready as we slice into Blind Fury, the 1989 gem where Rutger Hauer plays a blind, sword-swinging Vietnam vet who can take down bad guys without even seeing them! We’ll break down Hauer’s one-of-a-kind performance, the film's unexpected laughs, and ask the big question: does this blind swordsman still cut it, or is it all just 80s cheese?

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49:00

TOPG Ep 22: Heathers

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2024/11/04

Heathers, 1988 Movies, Dark Comedy, Winona Ryder, Christian Slater, High School Movies, Cult Classics, 80s Cinema, Teen Drama, Black Comedy, Retro Reviews, Movie Podcast, Satire, Coming-of-Age, Classic 80s Films, female panel

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TOPG Ep 21: American Warewolf in London

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2024/10/28

Warewolf? Wearwolf? Werewolf? We can't spell it but we have a lot to say about this classic Wayrewolf film from John Landis in our second TOPG Halloween Special

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TOPG Ep 2: Porky’s – Rerecorded

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2024/10/24

In this episode we discuss whether wiener gags, horny teens and swamp justice holds up to 2024 comedy standards as we review the 1981 comedy Porky's and it's lasting legacy to the 80s. Listen as we discuss the movie that Pieter (of Pieters Plot Summaries) described as "worse than WW2" and find out from our panel's construction expert Anthony whether the plumbing in the shower is up to standards.

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TOPG Ep 20: Christine

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2024/10/21

The first of two TOPG Halloween episodes; we discuss the 1983 Stephan King adopted horror movie Christine and find out whether this movie aged better or worse than a 1958 Plymouth fury.

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TOPG Ep 19: Airplane

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2024/10/14

Who doesn't live the 1980 comedy classic Airplane!? We scoured the globe to find the one guy. Surely he can't be serious. Tune in to find out.

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