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Release Date Rewind

Straw Hut Media

Movie nerd, filmmaker, and anniversary celebrator Mark J. Parker brings a friend on each episode to discuss movies (and sometimes TV shows) that are hitting milestone anniversaries of release that month. Think 20th anniversary, 25th, 30th, 40th, 50th, you get it! They"ll dive in together, discussing fun facts, memorable moments, and what makes these movies worth a rewind all these years later. Let"s get nostalgic! The podcast logo was designed by Straw Hut Media, inspired by Greg Clements" original

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84:45

Spice World (25th anniversary)

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2023/02/01

When you're feeling sad and low, we will take you where you gotta go! Mark welcomes pal Katie Bruno back on the show to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the movie SPICE WORLD, a movie they ran to see back on January 23, 1998 when it invaded American theaters. The Bob Spiers comedy was deemed 'the worst movie of 1998' by Roger Ebert only a month into that year - but this podcast begs to differ! Can we make it make sense? No! But are we laughing, dancing, and shouting Girl Power during it? Yes

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75:51

Leprechaun (30th anniversary)

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2023/01/13

Some episodes are about Oscar winners, and some are about the total opposite! In this one, Mark goes on a ride over the rainbow with returning guest, filmmaker, and podcaster Jeff Frumess as they discuss the original Leprechaun for its 30th anniversary this month. The horror comedy, which was released in theaters (can you imagine?) on January 8, 1993, felt super serious when they were kids, but is actually not serious at all from an adult's perspective. Jennifer Aniston was pre-Friends here, and her

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81:27

Tootsie (40th anniversary)

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2022/12/30

Actors are crazy! Mark welcomes friend and screenwriter C.C. Webster back to the show to rave about mistaken identities, characters in drag, and the wonderful Teri Garr! They celebrate the 40th anniversary of the hit film Tootsie, which was a must-see when it was released in theaters on December 17, 1982. The Sydney Pollack film garnered 10 Oscar nominations, including a win for Best Supporting Actress Jessica Lange, and it actually holds up really well four decades later (although some of those 80s

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112:15

Titanic (25th anniversary)

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2022/12/25

It's a big episode for a big movie! Mark welcomes movie-loving pal Katie Bruno back on the show to set sail on the TITANIC for its 25th anniversary. The James Cameron blockbuster blew everything out of the water when it was released on December 19, 1997, and their 10-year-old minds were blown. They share how many times they saw this in theaters and if they cried, and how Katie is connected to this movie through her mom's friend! Plus, they rave about ultimate movie couple Leo and Kate, the great

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107:12

The Bodyguard (30th) & Cinderella (25th)

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2022/11/30

It's a Whitney double feature! Mark welcomes Survival Jobs podcast co-host, Bridgeport Film Festival founder, filmmaker, actor, AND Whitney Houston stan Jason A. Coombs to the show to discuss the mega-hit movie The Bodyguard for its 30th anniversary this month. Jason's watched the movie a hundred times, while Mark just watched the full thing for the first time! They break down the twists, the turns, the attitudes, the fashion, the high notes, and the lows of the second highest grossing film of '92,

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82:56

Bram Stoker's Dracula (30th anniversary)

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2022/11/19

We know Halloween is over, but it's the 30th anniversary of Francis Ford Coppola's sultry, campy, wild version of Dracula! Mark welcomes vampire lover Sabrina Santoro back to the podcast to analyze this exuberant gothic horror film that was released on Friday the 13th in November 1992. The cast chewed up the Oscar-nominated scenery, the costumes and cinematography were a feast for the eyes, and that score by Wojciech Kilar! Keanu's wigs overcompensated for his performance, but we still love him

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86:55

I Know What You Did Last Summer (25th anniversary)

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2022/10/28

It's Halloweekend and also Hook Month! To celebrate this special time in our lives, Mark welcomes back two scream queens to the show: Kit Sheehan (Sarah Michelle Gellar stan) and Tom Ciuba (Jennifer Love Hewitt addict), who both also love the seaside slasher I Know What You Did Last Summer. The horror hit, featuring another hook-wielding psycho, came out 25 years ago this month on October 17, 1997, and our young minds were blown. A scary weapon, a cool location, a bunch of hot stars, a bunch of

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65:36

Candyman (30th anniversary)

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2022/10/22

It's a special October because it's hook month! There's a buzz in the air because our first hook-themed horror film celebrating a big anniversary is Candyman, which came out 30 years ago on October 16, 1992. Joining Mark on Zoom from Los Angeles is Gaius Bolling, entertainment journalist and host of the Back to the Blockbuster podcast. The guys look in their mirrors and chant Candyman's name five times (not really, but they probably do say his name more times than that throughout the discussion, so

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65:25

In & Out (25th anniversary)

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2022/10/01

Continuing September's Back to School Month theme, class is in session with Mark's new friend Derek Le Beau in this episode! Derek created the great, informative Instagram page Queer Cinema Archive, so it's only appropriate that the two chat about the popular 90s gay comedy In & Out for its 25th anniversary. The funny - but problematic - film starring a dancing Kevin Kline as teacher Howard Brackett was released in theaters on September 19, 1997 and got Joan Cusack a well deserved Oscar

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77:23

Swimfan (20th anniversary)

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2022/09/22

It's Back to School month, so Mark welcomes longtime friend (and lifeguard!) Kit Sheehan back on the podcast to go on a journey deep into the school pool. They discuss a movie they saw together in the theater 20 years ago, probably on opening night at the mall: the "classic" chlorinated psycho-sexual teen thriller SWIMFAN (aka SwimFan85, a better original title), which was released on September 6, 2002. The two wonder who is the bigger swimfan here as they rave about the wild twists and turns of

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50:58

Stay Tuned (30th anniversary)

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2022/08/27

Stay away from huge satellite dishes! This episode is a real throwback for the 90s kids out there. Entertainment lover Solana Sorrento is back with proud couch potato Mark to discuss the underrated movie Stay Tuned for its 30th anniversary this month. The twisted comedy, starring sitcom stars John Ritter, Pam Dawber, and Eugene Levy, was released in theaters to little fanfare on August 14, 1992, but it's become a bit of a cult classic over the years, and these nerds love it and have seen it multiple

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71:18

Single White Female (30th anniversary)

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2022/08/19

Mark welcomes 90s thriller lover Tarik Flannagan back to the podcast to discuss the jaw-dropping, stiletto-stabbing, roommate-fighting film Single White Female for its 30th anniversary this month. They just can't get enough of women fighting each other, and Bridget Fonda and Jennifer Jason Leigh do it so well! The Barbet Schroeder-directed movie - which feels part Lifetime, part noir, part erotica, part slasher - was released on August 14, 1992 and short red haircuts were never the same. What would

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69:15

Death Becomes Her (30th anniversary)

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2022/07/31

Mark welcomes friend and producer Funmi Sunmonu in Los Angeles back on the podcast to talk about a wacky, wild movie they both love: Death Becomes Her! The twisted Robert Zemeckis comedy is now 30 years old, after being released on July 31, 1992, and is aging beautifully. The two of them decide who's the Goldie and who's the Meryl in this friendship, talk about getting older, and come up with a great reboot/requel concept with a hot cast. Plus, would they drink that potion if it was offered to them

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77:03

A League of Their Own (30th anniversary)

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2022/07/22

Mark welcomes Solana Sorrento back to the podcast to discuss the all-American girl power classic A League of Their Own for its 30th anniversary this month. The successful Penny Marshall film was released on July 1, 1992, and even though Mark and Solana are awful athletes, they have lots of love for this movie starring a beautiful Geena Davis (replacing Debra Winger), a boozy Tom Hanks, and hilarious duo Madonna and Rosie O'Donnell. Find out what item of Rosie's Solana has held onto for years, and

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78:43

The Thing (40th anniversary)

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2022/07/01

School's out for summer, but Mark rewinds to '80s Antarctica with cinephile and camera expert Joe Brady for the 40th anniversary of John Carpenter's chilling film The Thing! It was released in theaters on June 25, 1982 to harsh criticism, but those critics were obviously possessed by aliens. Joe and Mark rave about Rob Bottin's insane practical special effects, Dean Cundey's cinematography, the memorable and creative title sequence, and the connection to Alien. Save us, Kurt Russell!

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72:38

Poltergeist (40th anniversary)

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2022/06/15

Run to the light and press play on this episode! Mark welcomes '80s horror enthusiasts David Gonzalez and Jack Renaud, from the new podcast Chop Talk, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Poltergeist. The PG-rated horror (and comedy?) classic was released on June 4, 1982, and static TV has never been the same. They nerd out over the practical effects and fun CGI, the pot-smoking parents, corrupt housing developers, the behind-the-scenes confusion between director Tobe Hooper and writer/producer

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82:47

Austin Powers (25th anniversary)

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2022/05/31

Mark welcomes photographer, podcaster, and actor Garrick Hoffman to the show to discuss all the hilarity of Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, which came out 25 years ago on May 2, 1997. Garrick remembers watching this perfect sleepover movie as a kid over and over with his family, while Mark was giggling in the theater on a hot day at summer camp. They compare the Mike Myers film to James Bond, which it successfully spoofs, other popular 90s and early 2000s comedy, and even Borat. Plus,

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97:28

Sister Act (30th anniversary)

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2022/05/23

For the first time, Mark's husband (and logo designer) Greg Clements joins the podcast! The husbands share a love for the Whoopi Goldberg hit Sister Act, which came out in theaters on May 29, 1992 - 30 years ago this month. Who knew little Greg in the woods of Maine was so obsessed with Sister Act as a kid that he's seen the movie about a hundred times so far?! Sister Mary Clarence superfan over here. They talk about favorite lines, favorite songs, wonder how all those nuns could fit in that

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38:42

Costume Designer Mona May

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2022/05/11

This episode is a total "businesswoman special" as Mark welcomes special guest Mona May! From the iconic yellow plaid in Clueless, to the Time After Time dresses in Romy and Michele, to the fairy tale gowns in Enchanted - and much more - this super talented costume designer and her teams have created memorable, head-turning fashion on camera for decades, prompting many to copy and honor her looks. Mona talks about her career and inspirations, her frequent collaborations with leading ladies, plus

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79:38

Romy and Michele's High School Reunion (25th...

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2022/04/28

Let's fold scarves and listen to a podcast! Mark welcomes long-time friend and fellow blonde Sarah Menaquale on a ride in the convertible to Tuscon to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Romy and Michele's High School Reunion. The cult comedy was released on April 25, 1997, when Lisa Kudrow was starring in Friends and recent Oscar winner Mira Sorvino was dating Quentin Tarantino. Mark and Sarah talk about their high school experience and reunions, praise the scene-stealing goddess Janeane Garofalo,

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