Gonna See My Friends

In this episode of Gonna See My Friends, Stephen and Toby are joined by special guest Scott from Whatever This Is Called to break down Walter Hill’s 1979 cult classic The Warriors.

We dig into the film’s mythic storytelling, its unforgettable New York City atmosphere, the gangs, the soundtrack, and the iconic moments that turned it into a generation-defining cult film.

From Cyrus’ legendary rally to the Baseball Furies chase to the chaos with the Lizzies (including Toby’s favorite pool-table shoulder roll), we explore why The Warriors still hits so hard decades later.

If you love ’70s cinema, cult classics, and deep-dive conversations with friends, this episode is for you.

This week, Stephen and Toby take a ride through one of the most underrated buddy-cop movies of the 1980s: Running Scared. Directed by Peter Hyams and starring Billy Crystal and Gregory Hines, this Chicago-set classic mixes street-level grit with sharp humor, heart, and the kind of friendship you just don’t see in movies anymore.

We talk about: 🎬 The effortless chemistry between Crystal and Hines 🌃 Peter Hyams’ slick, neo-noir cinematography 🚓 Chicago as a living, breathing character 🎶 The 80s perfection of Michael McDonald’s “Sweet Freedom” 💭 Why this movie deserves more love — and how it set the tone for Lethal Weapon and Midnight Run

A hangout movie disguised as an action flick — stylish, funny, and deeply human.

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Stephen and Toby dive deep into John Carpenter’s Halloween, exploring how Dean Cundey’s cinematography redefined the look of horror, why Laurie Strode became the ultimate Final Girl, and how the movie reflected a cultural shift — from the free-range Gen-X childhood to a world where being alone suddenly felt dangerous. Expect film history, nostalgia, and plenty of spooky love for the movie that launched modern horror.

In this episode of Gonna See My Friends, Stephen and Toby are joined by writer and author David Biscevic to dive headfirst into one of the most shocking films in cinema history — The Exorcist (1973).

We break down the movie’s terrifying production, religious symbolism, and the visceral audience reactions that made headlines when it first hit theaters. From William Friedkin’s unhinged directing methods to Linda Blair’s haunting performance, this conversation explores why The Exorcist still feels dangerously real 50 years later.

💀 Topics Include:

• The 1970s horror revolution and The Exorcist’s legacy
• Friedkin’s obsessive realism and cursed production stories
• Faith vs. doubt — Father Karras’s journey
• Sound design, “Tubular Bells,” and the art of fear
• Why audiences fainted, screamed, and called priests after seeing it

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This week, we head deep into the woods — and behind the scenes of the horror genre itself. Drew Goddard and Joss Whedon’s The Cabin in the Woods isn’t just another slasher; it’s a full-blown deconstruction of what makes horror tick.

Stephen and Toby talk about how this movie flips every cliché on its head, from the office betting pool to that insane monster elevator sequence. We unpack the meta commentary, the chaos, the humor, and the hidden sadness underneath it all.

In this episode:

• How The Cabin in the Woods changed horror in the 2010s
• The control room as a metaphor for the audience
• The betting board monsters and Easter eggs
• Chris Hemsworth before Thor
• That Sigourney Weaver cameo and what it means

Is this movie a love letter to horror… or its obituary? We break it down, laugh about the merman, and maybe sacrifice a few tropes along the way.

This week on Gonna See My Friends, we’re talking about Joe Dante’s The Howling — the 1981 werewolf classic that helped transform horror in the early ‘80s. We explore how Dante blended satire, psychology, and groundbreaking creature effects to create a film that’s both terrifying and clever.

We’ll break down the movie’s place in the werewolf boom alongside An American Werewolf in London and The Thing, talk about Rob Bottin’s legendary makeup work, dig into the cast, and look at how The Howling reshaped modern monster movies.

Join us as we revisit this cult favorite and talk about what makes it one of the smartest, strangest, and most influential horror films of its time.

🎬 Movies. Conversations. Friends. New episodes every Friday.

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This week on Gonna See My Friends, we saddle up for Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969)—the witty, action-packed western that redefined the genre. Join us as we break down:

• Paul Newman and Robert Redford’s once-in-a-generation chemistry
• William Goldman’s Oscar-winning script and on-set stories
• George Roy Hill’s direction and the film’s perfect mix of humor and melancholy
• Iconic scenes like the cliff jump (“I can’t swim!”), the relentless posse chase (“Who are those guys?”), and that unforgettable freeze-frame ending
• Fun trivia, best quotes, and how this classic shaped the modern buddy movie

If you love legendary westerns, sharp dialogue, and behind-the-scenes film talk, this deep dive is for you.

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We break down The Devil’s Advocate (1997), diving into Al Pacino’s unforgettable final monologue, Keanu Reeves’ struggle between ambition and morality, and why vanity is the film’s ultimate sin.

From Milton’s “absentee landlord” speech to the shocking ending reset, we explore the movie’s supernatural twist on 90s courtroom dramas, key performances, and hidden symbolism. Perfect for fans of A Few Good Men, Primal Fear, or any dark legal thriller.

Listen as we uncover what makes this one of the most fascinating and rewatchable films of the decade.

“We never had friends later on like the ones we had when we were twelve.” This week on Gonna See My Friends Podcast we dive into Rob Reiner’s Stand By Me (1986). From River Phoenix’s iconic role to Stephen King’s timeless story, here’s why the film still matters. 🎧 Listen now!

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✨ New episode is here! We’re diving into Steven Spielberg’s 1982 classic E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. We talk about John Williams’ legendary score, how Spielberg tailored entire scenes to the music, and why this film still makes us cry 40+ years later.

From the suburban 80s setting to the unforgettable bike chase across the moon, this is one of Spielberg’s most personal and magical films — and we break down why it still matters today.

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