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  • #30 - "Sleepaway Camp" (1983) with Charlie Cotter

    For about 95% of its runtime, this 80’s slasher flick operates as an oddly bloodless, weirdly sexless, and overall kind of annoying ripoff of "Friday the 13th". Writer and director Robert Hiltzik mines little tension from his story of a youth summer camp besieged by a killer dumping boiling water on pervy camp cooks and stabbing counselors in the shower, "Psycho"-style. It's all very rote and by-the-bloody-books until the film's final minutes, when a last-second twist and some wonky special effects combine into one of the most disturbing images in horror movie history. So grab an extra flashlight and watch out of night snakes as Tim Williams and guest co-host, Charlie Cotter, go to Camp Arawak to discuss all things “Sleepaway Camp” from 1983 on this episode of the 80’s Flick Flashback.


    There is no additional trivia for this episode.


    Sources:

    Wikipedia

    IMDB

    Rotten Tomatoes

    https://collider.com/sleepaway-camp-ending-revisited/

    https://www.denofgeek.com/movies/robert-hiltzik-talks-the-making-of-slasher-classic-sleepaway-camp/


    Intro & Outro Music: "Total Eclipse" by Nathaniel Wyver

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    58 min
  • #29 - "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" (1986) with Jeff Atkins
    Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once a while you could miss this quintessential 80’s Flick. It has been called one of the classic movies about the teenage experience, as relevant to today’s Snapchatting pre-adults as it was to those coming of age in the Pac Man Mania era. This enduring popularity is thanks to its simple story – teenage boy fakes a sickness to embark on a day of antics and adventure around Chicago. The energetic cast and quotable dialogue nails the in-between psychology of adolescents. No longer children and not yet adults, the titular anti-hero and his socially awkward friend– and, to a lesser extent, his jealous sister – use this single day of wild abandon to better understand their place in the world. So fake a stomach cramp, get your best friend to steal his dad’s Ferrari, and then fool your principal to get your girlfriend out of class so you can join Tim Williams and guest co-host, Jeff Atkins, as they discuss “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” from 1986 on this episode of the 80’s Flick Flashback.
    Here are some additional behind the scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:
    Matthew Broderick and Jennifer Grey, who played siblings in the movie, were actually dating during filming and kept their romance a secret to not make their brother and sister scenes seem awkward to the other cast and crew. Yet it turns out, there was another reason why Broderick and Grey kept their relationship low-key during the filming process. According to Mia Sara, (aka Sloane), she was in love with Broderick at the time. But as much as she tried to come onto the actor, he would always politely turn her down. It wasn’t until later in life that Sara found out he was in a relationship with Grey during filming. 
    In the scene by the swimming pool where Alan Ruck's character Cameron finally snaps out of his catatonic state and embraces the situation, Matthew Broderick throwing Mia Sara into pool after pushing Cameron in was unscripted. Her screams of surprise were genuine and the playful nature of the moment convinced John Hughes to include the shot in the final cut of the film.
    The bus scene that plays during the ending credits was a scene cut from the movie. It was meant to take place after Jeanie announced that she called the police, and Rooney had to find a place to hide. This explains why the sky isn't dark, and why a bus is taking students home at 6:00 p.m.
    Sources:
    Wikipedia, IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes, Box Office Mojo
    https://screenrant.com/hidden-details-ferris-buellers-day-off/
    https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/fascinating-behind-the-scenes-details-about-ferris-buellers-day-off.html/
    https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/64957/15-fun-facts-about-ferris-buellers-day
    https://www.ranker.com/list/behind-the-scenes-ferris-bueller-parade/nathan-gibson
    https://www2.bfi.org.uk/news-opinion/news-bfi/features/how-ferris-bueller-s-day-nails-adolescent-experience
    Intro & Outro Music: "Total Eclipse" by Nathaniel Wyver
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    58 min
  • #28 - "The Evil Dead" (1981) with Laramy Wells from the "Moving Panels" Podcast

    From Peter Jackson to Edgar Wright, this 80’s flick has influenced many of today’s biggest Hollywood directors. As it should. Famous for its practical effects and then-unprecedented amount of gore, this low-budget 1981 horror flick—about a group of friends who travel to a cabin in the woods and unleash killer demons—showed the world the power of guerilla-style indie filmmaking before it was cool. Often imitated, but never duplicated it still stands as a must see film for any horror movie fan. So grab your keys to the cabin, keep the cellar door locked and, whatever you do, don’t listen to whatever is recorded on that old reel to reel audio player, as Tim Williams and guest co-host, Laramy Wells, discuss “The Evil Dead” from 1981 on this episode of the 80’s Flick Flashback!


    Here are some additional behind the scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:

    • The film's first cut ran at around 117 minutes, which Bruce Campbell called an impressive achievement in light of the 65-minute length of the screenplay. It was then edited down to a more marketable 85 minutes. The original version would focus on the terror that is present, but also the tragedy of Ash slowly losing his friends, and his guilt for not being able to save them.
    • The rednecks that wave at the passing car are played by Raimi and Tapert. That day, they had cut each others’ hair in order to look more like idiots. Later, Tapert accidentally appears on the right side of the frame just as the car starts to drive over the bridge.
    • Sources:

      Wikipedia

      IMDB

      Rotten Tomatoes

      https://screenrant.com/evil-dead-behind-the-scenes-facts-trivia/

      https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/66213/10-things-you-might-not-know-about-evil-dead

      https://filmschoolrejects.com/27-things-we-learned-from-the-evil-dead-commentary-a4ef57e691f/

      https://mmm2weekender.com/2019/10/15/seminal-michigan-horror-movie-the-evil-dead-was-released-38-years-ago-today-october-15-1981/


      Intro & Outro Music: "Total Eclipse" by Nathaniel Wyver

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      • 1 hr 9 min
      • #27 - "Steel Magnolias" (1989) with Bethany Wells

        Since its release over three decades ago, this 80’s flick has been hailed as a celebration of women. In his original review of the film, Roger Ebert raved about the dialogue and camaraderie of the dynamic ensemble cast. “There may be no movie that better epitomizes the bond of female friendship,” HuffPost declared in 2014. “Mothers share the film with their daughters, teen girls turn to it as a sleepover staple, and men of all ages find themselves taken with the tale of six brassy Southern ladies.” So grab a slice of armadillo-shaped red velvet cake and take a seat in one of Truvy’s salon chairs, as Tim Williams and guest co-host Bethany Wells discuss “Steel Magnolias” from 1989 on this episode of the 80’s Flick Flashback!


        Here are some additional behind the scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:

        • Sally Field screamed into a pillow for hours before the cemetery scene so her voice would be raw in order to be more evocative.
        • After long days on the set in Natchitoches, the cast would gather together to play games and chat. One night, according to the Huffington Post, Harling asked each actress to name the role she'd most like to play. Sally Field said she always played "really noble, earnest women that wear crummy clothes. For once I'd like to play a b---h that gets to wear nice clothes." Harling loved the idea and started to think about a seeming sweetheart who was truly devilish. Soon after, "Soapdish" was born and Field got to play the role of her dreams as an aging soap-opera actress who conspires to ruin the career of her co-star.
        • Dolly wrote a song called “Eagle When She Flies.” It was written for the movie, and Herbert was going to play it over the credits, but he changed his mind in post-production. There’s a line about the “sweet magnolia” that originally had been “steel magnolia” before it was removed from the film.

        • Sources:

          Wikipedia

          IMDB

          Rotten Tomatoes

          https://www.brain-sharper.com/entertainment/steel-magnolias-true-story-fb/

          https://www.southernliving.com/culture/steel-magnolias-movie-facts

          https://gardenandgun.com/feature/thirty-years-of-steel-magnolias/

          https://www.eonline.com/news/1093205/30-secrets-about-steel-magnolias-that-probably-won-t-make-you-cry


          Intro & Outro Music: "Total Eclipse" by Nathaniel Wyver

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          1 hr 19 min
        • #26 - "The Breakfast Club" (1985) with Laramy Wells from the "Moving Panels" Podcast
          Praised as a quintessential piece of '80s cinema and highly regarded among the greatest high school movies of all time, the legacy of this 80’s flick had endured due to the film's eclectic cast of teenage archetypes. Writer-director John Hughes' characters weren't just derivative personalities found in the everyday, run-of-the-mill teen comedy of the day, the characters were actually rooted in genuine human problems. Working with a $1 million budget, the reflective character study was an endearing portrait of adolescence, simplistic in its approach but emotionally rich in its contrasting, multi-dimensional views of each personality. For all its cliches, the film has lasted through the generations, with newer directors calling it an inspirational work. So grab your sack lunch (or your sushi rolls) and head to biggest high school library I’ve ever seen as Tim Williams and guest co-host, Laramy Wells, mess with the bull and get the horns as they discuss “The Breakfast Club” from 1985 on this episode of the 80’s Flick Flashback
          Here are some additional behind the scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:
          Bender's flinch when Vernon fakes a punch was genuine. Judd Nelson really thought Paul Gleason was going to hit him.
          Judd Nelson improvised the part at the closing of the film where Bender raises his fist in defiance. He was supposed to just walk into the sunset, so to speak, and John Hughes asked him to play around with a few actions. When he was done and they were finishing up, Nelson threw his fist up without running it by anyone. Everyone loved it, and it has also become an iconic symbol of the 1980s as well as cinema history.
          Paul Gleason played Vernon again in the parody Not Another Teen Movie (2001). Molly Ringwald had a cameo, and Anthony Michael Hall was mentioned.
          Sources:
          Wikipedia
          IMDB
          Rotten Tomatoes
          https://www.afi.com/news/afi-movie-club-the-breakfast-club/
          https://screenrant.com/breakfast-club-details-behind-scenes-making-trivia/
          https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2018/01/the-emotional-legacy-of-the-breakfast-club/550460/
          Intro & Outro Music: "Total Eclipse" by Nathaniel Wyver
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          57 min
        • #25 - “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” (1980) with Chris McMichen
          It’s hard to imagine that in 1980 when audiences first crowded into theaters to watch the sequel to George Lucas’ unexpected blockbuster movie Star Wars, they would the first to ever see such iconic characters as Jedi Master Yoda, smuggler turned businessman Lando Calrissian, and Mandalorian turned bounty hunter Boba Fett. Fans would leave the theaters with three long years to wait for the next installment of the franchise, which was plenty of time to ponder whether or not that Darth Vader twist was the truth or a lie, and wonder if Han Solo would ever be freed from his carbonite prison. Four decades later, the questions we were left with have long been answered, but there’s still an enduring appeal to the middle chapter of the original trilogy. In fact, many fans still consider Episode 5 as their favorite film in the entire Star Wars franchise. So grab your lightsabers, check to make sure the Millennium Falcon’s hyperdrive motivator hasn’t been damaged, and then prepare to use the Force as Tim Williams and guest co-host Chris McMichen discuss “The Empire Strikes Back” on this episode of the 80’s Flick Flashback podcast!
          Here are some additional behind the scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:
          When shooting on-location in Finse, Norway, a fierce snowstorm hit the hotel where the cast and crew were staying. This would have normally halted filming, but director Irvin Kershner thought these weather conditions were an excellent opportunity to film the scene where Luke wanders through the snow after escaping the Wampa cave. He did this by sending Mark Hamill outside into the cold, while he and the cameraman stayed and filmed inside the hotel's front hall.
          When Mark Hamill was having trouble with the Dagobah scenes with Yoda, Frank Oz brought in Miss Piggy to make him laugh.
          The light-saber fight scenes set in the carbon freezing chamber tend to focus on Luke. This is because during many of the shots, Bob Anderson (Vader's fight double) was not wearing the Darth Vader helmet, as it made it difficult for him to breathe.
          An earlier draft had Luke's reason for not leaving with Lando and Chewie at the end being that his Jedi training was more important. Believing that this would make Luke seem less sympathetic, Irvin Kershner had it changed to where Luke was still recovering from his injuries, and that rescuing Han would be his first priority once he was fully recovered.
          Sources:
          Wikipedia
          IMDB
          Rotten Tomatoes
          https://screenrant.com/star-wars-empire-strikes-back-facts-trivia-behind-scenes/
          https://www.starwars.com/news/empire-at-40-why-we-love-star-wars-the-empire-strikes-back
          Intro & Outro Music: "Total Eclipse" by Nathaniel Wyver
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          51 min
        • #24 - "The Princess Bride" (1987) with Ron West
          It has been called the “Wizard of Oz” of our generation. Meaning that although it was not a blockbuster film at the time of its release, over the years it has become a rare family film that has been enjoyed by children, their parents, and even their grandparents as it has been “handed down”, in a sense, from generation to generation. It has also been known as one of the most quoted films of all time. You may think that’s “inconceivable”, but… get used to disappointment.
          So prepare for a battle of wits as Tim Williams and guest co-host Ron West take on the cliffs of insanity, the pit of despair, shrieking eels, and rodents of unusual size as we discuss “The Princess Bride” from 1987 on this episode of the 80’s Flick Flashback!
          Here are some additional behind the scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:
          Westley's headfirst dive into the quicksand was not how he was originally scripted to react — Elwes was supposed to step in and hold his nose, but felt that looked "feeble." "There was something rather unheroic about jumping into quicksand feet-first," he wrote. "Especially holding one's nose." So, the actor suggested a headfirst dive — an idea that gave everyone pause. While the sandpit featured a trapdoor that gave way to a host of padding, if Elwes executed the dive wrong, he could have broken his neck. Eventually the rejiggered leap was tested with a stuntman, who executed it perfectly, so Elwes was allowed to attempt the dive himself — and he nailed it. In fact, the scene you see in the finished film is actually the first take. "It definitely helped the movie," Scheinman wrote. "It's way more Errol Flynn-y and hero-y to dive than not to dive."
          There were no "shrieking eels" in the original novel. Instead, once Buttercup jumps overboard to escape her captors, Vizzini warns her of sharks in the water, and fills a cup with his own blood and throws it in the water to attract them.
          Count Rugen's death in the original novel was more graphic. After telling the "son of a b***h" he wants his father back, Inigo proceeds to cut Rugen's heart out, even describing what he's doing to Rugen, claiming that the count had figuratively done the same to him when he murdered his father years before (Inigo even tells Fezzik earlier on, "That is the sound of ultimate suffering. My heart made that sound when Rugen slaughtered my father. The Man in Black makes it now.") However, before Inigo finishes cutting out the Count's heart, Rugen dies of fright.
          Sources:
          Wikipedia
          IMDB
          Rotten Tomatoes
          Box Office Mojo
          “The Princess Bride” Blu-Ray Featurettes
          https://screenrant.com/princess-bride-behind-scenes-facts-trivia/
          https://www.buzzfeed.com/jarettwieselman/19-inconceivable-facts-about-the-making-of-the-princess-bride
          https://www.thethings.com/the-princess-bride-facts-behind-the-scenes/
          Intro & Outro Music: "Total Eclipse" by Nathaniel Wyver
          Additional Music: "I Will Never Love Again" by Mark Knopfer (from "The Princess Bride" Original Soundtrack)
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          1 hr 2 min
        • #23 - "9 to 5" (1980) with Laramy & Bethany Wells

          Renown film critic, Roger Ebert called this well-beloved 80’s flick a good-hearted, simple-minded comedy that will win a place in film history. He suspected that it was primarily because it contained the movie debut of Dolly Parton. He stated “There have been other debuts this unmistakable; you could name Marilyn Monroe, James Dean, and even John Travolta. And what you'd be talking about in each case would not necessarily be a great dramatic performance in an important movie, but more about a quality of presence, a personal life force that seems to take over the screen.”

          In the tradition of 1940s screwball comedies, this cult classic is composed of improbable events happening to people who are like comic caricatures instead of fully developed characters. But, like those '40s movies, it also has a dash of social commentary that can still be discussed and debated today. So tumble out of bed and stumble to the kitchen. Pour yourself a cup of ambition. Then yawn and stretch and try to come to life as guest co-hosts, Laramy & Bethany Wells, join Tim Williams to discuss “9 to 5” from 1980 on this episode of the 80’s Flick Flashback!


          Here are some additional behind the scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:

          • Gregory Peck and Charlton Heston turned down the role of Chairman of the Board Russell Tinsworthy.
          • On the DVD commentary, Jane Fonda says she once worked in an office and was fired because she wouldn't sleep with the boss. She adds that they know the person and therefore isn't naming names. Dolly Parton piped in and said "well I slept with the boss and I still got fired!"
          • Violet's fantasy features Disney-like characters from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) (including Violet as Snow White), Bambi (1942), and Robin Hood (1973). The animated characters resembled the Disney characters, but were obviously drawn differently for legal reasons.

          • Sources:

            Wikipedia

            IMDB

            Rotten Tomatoes

            Box Office Mojo

            "You Must Remember This" Podcast

            "Dolly Parton: Here I Am" (Netflix Documentary)

            https://eng.amomama.com/188983-9-5-behind-scenes-not-widely-known-facts.html#page_number=15

            https://www.closerweekly.com/posts/behind-the-scenes-secrets-from-9-to-5-inside-the-film/

            https://people.com/movies/lily-tomlin-looks-back-9-to-5-dolly-parton-jane-fonda/

            https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-country/9-to-5-turns-35-and-its-still-radical-today-50499/


            Intro & Outro Music: "Total Eclipse" by Nathaniel Wyver

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            • 1 hr 5 min
            • #22 - "The Karate Kid Part II" (1986) with Ron West

              In the eighties, the high-concept movie was in vogue. Thanks largely to 70’s blockbusters Jaws and Star Wars, the eighties saw the repackaging of formula for audiences wanting to rekindle the thrills. If the roller coaster ride ain’t broke, don’t fix it.  The amount of sequels that appeared in the 1980s was unheard of before. Many, unfortunately, were poor imitations, and few did better box office than the original film. Yet some were surprisingly good, especially when talented – even visionary – filmmakers were behind the camera. Somewhere between true stinkers (like Caddyshack 2) and improvements of the original (like The Empire Strikes Back) you can find a sequel that may not live up to the original, but can still be an enjoyable continuing story.  So grab your plane ticket for Okinawa, Japan and start practicing your best drum technique as Tim Williams and guest co-host Ron West discuss “The Karate Kid Part II” from 1986 on this episode of the 80’s Flick Flashback podcast.


              There are no extra behind the scenes trivia for this episode.


              Sources: Wikipedia, IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes

              https://screenrant.com/karate-kid-part-2-behind-scenes-facts/

              https://movieweb.com/karate-kid-2-facts-trivia/

              https://www.laweekly.com/30-years-ago-the-karate-kid-part-ii-took-us-from-the-valley-to-okinawa/


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              54 min
            • #21 - "The Karate Kid" (1984) with Ron West

              The 1980s was a golden era for blockbuster hits, and countless films released during this decade have gone on to become cult-classic films. One '80s movie that has certainly stood the test of time and continues to wax on in cinematic glory is The Karate Kid, which-- more than 30 years later-- is still adored by audiences of all ages. Not only did The Karate Kid provide an arsenal of catchphrases that seem to appropriately fit into almost any situation, it also, more importantly, inspired generations to stand up against bullies. Martial arts classes boomed thanks to this underdog story, and new people continue to be drawn to karate thanks to the heroic determination demonstrated in the film’s plot line. The Karate Kid’s legacy is also seen through a few of its sequels, its 2010 remake starring Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan, and its most recent comeback with the YouTube and Netflix series Cobra Kai. There’s a reason this film has had such an enduring appeal, as its predominant message of overcoming obstacles through hard work is something everyone can feel inspired by.

              If all this nostalgia has you wanting to sweep the leg, get your fly-catching chopsticks out, and find your inner crane, then you’re in the right place as Tim Williams and guest co-host, Ron West, discuss “The Karate Kid” from 1984 on this episode of the 80’s Flick Flashback podcast.


              Here are some additional behind the scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:

              • Anyone familiar with the film and certainly everyone who has chosen to dress like The Karate Kid for Halloween will know that the Daniel LaRusso look isn’t complete without his blue and white headband. An article in the Huffington Post reveals that this costume choice was actually quite accidental. According to Ralph Macchio himself, Pat Morita just happened to have the lotus-flower print handkerchief in his pocket, and after using it to pat his brow, decided to put it on Ralph’s head. There was no mention of a headband in the script, but this little improvised costume addition has gone down as one of the most recognized pop-culture accessories of all time.

              • Sources:

                Wikipedia, Rotten Tomatoes, IMDB, https://screenrant.com/karate-kid-movie-behind-scenes-details-making-trivia/

                https://guff.com/fascinating-behind-the-scenes-facts-about-the-karate-kid

                https://www.si.com/media/2018/05/01/karate-kid-movie-oral-history-cobra-kai

                https://www.thethings.com/karate-kid-details-behind-the-making-of/

                https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/57156/30-facts-about-karate-kid


                Intro & Outro Music: "Total Eclipse" by Nathaniel Wyver


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                • 1 hr 5 min

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                The 80s Flick Flashback Podcast is a nostalgic journey for anyone who grew up watching movies in the 80s or discovered the joy of these cinematic gems. Each episode features creator and host Tim…