On the first episode of Movies I Missed: 2008, Jesse and Rian debate the virtues of realism versus fictionalization in movies based on true events as it relates to Defiance. Rian chose this film for the show because at the time of its release he felt it seemed somewhat prestigious and important. Was he right? Join our hosts as they dig into a lesser known chapter of World War II, struggle to pronounce numerous Belarusian names and learn what it means to be a “forest wife”.

WARNING: While the conceit of the show revolves around first-time watches, Movies I Missed contains hearty amounts of spoilers.

On the eleventh episode of Movies I Missed: 1985, Jesse and Rian catch up with a few more movies not covered previously this season, count down their personal favorite films of 1985 and give out some more highly-coveted awards. Join our hosts for a movie show where you unfortunately won't rub elbows with Hollywood's elite, but at least you're guaranteed not to catch Will Smith's hands.

WARNING: While the conceit of the show revolves around first-time watches, Movies I Missed contains hearty amounts of spoilers.

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On the tenth episode of Movies I Missed: 1985, Jesse and Rian examine whether it's more fun to play a board game or to watch it with a viewing of Clue. This was Rian's choice for review based on years of positive opinions from his peers and a curiosity toward the film's multiple endings. Join our hosts as they try to keep all the characters straight, fail to solve the murder mystery and suffer through a recap of the plot within the runtime of the film itself.

WARNING: While the conceit of the show revolves around first-time watches, Movies I Missed contains hearty amounts of spoilers.

On the ninth episode of Movies I Missed: 1985, Jesse and Rian decide that maybe their grand plan of building a coffee plantation may not be as lucrative as they'd once thought after watching Out Of Africa. Jesse chose this film for the show because it won Best Picture at the Oscars, so it's surely a must-see...right? Join our hosts as they learn a thing or two about World War I, discover the dangers of marrying for convenience rather than love and go to bat with the critics on Robert Redford's behalf.

WARNING: While the conceit of the show revolves around first-time watches, Movies I Missed contains hearty amounts of spoilers.

On the eighth episode of Movies I Missed: 1985, Jesse and Rian find out the meaning of "fair is fair" as they learn The Legend of Billie Jean. Rian chose this film for discussion on the show because the thought the poster looked cool and sometimes that's all it takes. Join our hosts as they rock out to the 80's pop soundtrack, recall the days when the mall was the coolest place to be (even if the entire building was decorated in shades of brown) and maybe pick up a few fashion tips along the way...

WARNING: While the conceit of the show revolves around first-time watches, Movies I Missed contains hearty amounts of spoilers.

For the seventh episode of Movies I Missed: 1985, Jesse and Rian take a trip to the land of the rising sun to learn from a master with the epic Ran. This film was Jesse's choice as he works toward his goal of seeing more than one Akira Kurosawa movie. Join our hosts as they struggle to pronounce everyone's names and struggle to recall anything they may have once learned about Shakespeare, but have fun doing it.

WARNING: While the conceit of the show revolves around first-time watches, Movies I Missed contains hearty amounts of spoilers.

On the sixth episode of Movies I Missed: 1985, Jesse and Rian tap their costly, copyrighted red ruby slippers together and Return To Oz. Rian chose this film for review based on how weird he'd heard it was and if that's what you're looking for, it delivers. Join our hosts as they wonder what Wheelers are, lose their minds over stop-motion animation and play "spot the real chicken" (which is harder than it sounds).

WARNING: While the conceit of the show revolves around first-time watches, Movies I Missed contains hearty amounts of spoilers.

On the fifth episode of Movies I Missed: 1985, Jesse and Rian take a detour to Spokane for a movie neither of them knew anything about called Vision Quest. Jesse's choice turned out to be a moody, music-heavy coming-of-age drama about teenage ambition, wrestling and unexpected love (hey, it is and 80's movie after all). Join our hosts as they learn all about vision quests, "the cooze" and the dramatic effect Pelé can have on a middle-aged man.

WARNING: While the conceit of the show revolves around first-time watches, Movies I Missed contains hearty amounts of spoilers.

Matthew Modine Reads Your Letterboxd Reviews of Vision Quest

On the fourth episode of Movies I Missed: 1985, Jesse and Rian travel to a fantastical world full of wandering heroes and perplexing MacGuffins inhabited by Red Sonja. This was Rian's pick because when it comes to 80's action movies he's a completist. Topics of discussion include the finer points of Arnold Schwarzenegger's career, where the budget went and capable, self-reliant women who are nonetheless repeatedly rescued by macho dudes

WARNING: While the conceit of the show revolves around first-time watches, Movies I Missed contains hearty amounts of spoilers.

80's Action Timeline Google Sheet

On the third episode of Movies I Missed: 1985, Jesse and Rian wade through the complicated loyalties and cold-blooded calculations of Prizzi’s Honor. This was Jesse's choice for review and his motivations were spotty at best. Follow along as our hosts debate the film’s genre, the intentions of the filmmakers and its validity as an Oscar contender.

WARNING: While the conceit of the show revolves around first-time watches, Movies I Missed contains hearty amounts of spoilers.