Johnny Depp played Sam, a tree-climbing, borderline-illiterate, aspiring mime. Shockingly, Sam's antics aren't even the quirkiest things taking place in 1993's Benny & Joon. Poker games with weird prizes, a snorkel-wearing sister, and a former horror movie actress are just a few of the ingredients making up this flaky crowd-pleaser. But now, decades later, is a quirky point of view appropriate for a love story involving a woman with mental illness? Is Aidan Quinn sexy or snoozy? And, why oh why, is Benny & Joon's house such an ungodly mess? The Old Roommates bust open a carton of raisins and give it all a revisit through their middle-aged lens. Crack open some peanut butter and join them.
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#BennyandJoon #AidanQuinn #MaryStuartMasterson #JohnnyDepp #JulianneMoore
 

Dopey, Happy, and a cold-blooded killer. Yes, Disney's 1937 Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs was quite the mix of spectacle, song, and skull-filled dungeons. Yet we remember it as fun for the whole family. But now, nearly 90 years later, how does this hand-drawn delight hold up in our Pixar'ed world? Do the doodles feel dated? Is all the death talk too much by today's G-Rated standards? And why does that catty Magic Mirror have such a chip on his shoulder? The Old Roommates whistle while they revisit the animated classic through their middle-aged lens. Join them for a smile and a song and a great conversation.
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#SnowWhite #WaltDisney #PrinceCharming #TheSevenDwarfs

“So, what do you little maniacs want to do first?” As embodied by Kelly LeBrock, Lisa was full of questions, answers, and (for unknown reasons) a variety of witchy powers in the 1985 classic, Weird Science. Written and directed by John Hughes, the movie was a perverted teenage geek’s dream: building a woman to spec, controlling her, and using her to gain popularity among the cool kids. But now, nearly 40 years later, what in the name of Gloria Steinem is going on here? Is there any joy to be had in this Anthony Michael Hall of horrors? And just how convincing is Robert Downey Jr as a bully? The Old Roommates float an air biscuit and give it all a revisit through their middle-aged lens. Join them before their parents get home.
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#WeirdScience #JohnHughes #AnthonyMichaelHall #KellyLeBrock #BillPaxton #RobertDowneyJr

Jim Carrey gave critics a new view into his talents in the Peter Weir hit, The Truman Show. Back in 1998, the psychological comedy-drama captivated audiences with its unique premise: a reality TV world that “is not fake but controlled.” Yes, we followed dear Truman as he was hoodwinked daily by everyone in his life, all for the sake of ratings. But now, decades of reality TV concepts later, is the movie interesting enough to hold up to today’s outrageous standards? Did Meryl and Marlon really kiss their real lives goodbye to live a lie? And why is Christof (Ed Harris) the worst? The Old Roommates set sail for answers and discuss it all through their middle-aged lens. Join them, with no commercial interruptions!
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#TheTrumanShow #PeterWeir #JimCarrey #LauraLinney #EdHarris

After going “Psycho” for Alfred Hitchcock a while back (episode 140, but who’s counting?) we revisit another of his classics, 1948’s Rope. Upon release, Rope basically hanged itself with audiences and critics due to its deep, dark premise. Two men of questionable sexual orientation strangle the living daylights out of their friend with a … well, you know … just to do it. Heavy handed philosophies, psychological games, and one sharp Jimmy Stewart later, the film stiffed at the box office. But now, over seventy years after its release, is it now simply a gay old time? The Old Roommates dive into the pate and discuss the thriller through their middle-aged lens. Join them for this lively discussion.
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#AlfredHitchcock #JamesStewart #JohnDall #FarleyGranger

“With or Without You” and “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For” were both number one hits in the states for Irish icons, U2. The songs are still in heavy rotation by Gen X and more, but how about the music videos? Back in the late-80s, MTV audiences were treated to two very different Bonos. In “With … ,” we saw a tormented, handtied gent. In “I Still Haven’t … ,” we witnessed a lad living for the moment. But now, decades later, does either version of the band’s lead singer prove true? And, more importantly, which music video will make The Vault? The Old Roommates mentally stroll the streets of Vegas and give these VMA favorites a revisit through their middle-aged lens. Join them!
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#U2 #Bono #TheEdge

Meryl Streep ate a Gummi Bear out of her hair. Roseanne Barr fell flat on her face while holding a cheese plate. Ed Begley, Jr. showed his butt. And audiences stayed away. Yes, 1989’s black comedy She-Devil struggled to find its audience upon release and didn’t even earn back its budget. But now, decades later, was this tale of romance and revenge just misunderstood? Were we really prepared to see a funny pre-Prada Streep? Were we all hoodwinked into thinking this was a Meryl vs Roseanne showdown when they only have 2.5 scenes together? And, unlike Begley’s “Bob,” does this Susan Seidelman film deserve a second chance? The Old Roommates grab a strainer and sort it all out through their middle-aged lens. Join them! Old Roommates can be reached via email at [email protected]. Follow Old Roommates on social media @OldRoommates for bonus content and please give us a rating or review!#She-Devil #SusanSeidelman #RoseanneBarr #MerylStreep #EdBegleyJr

Can you handle the truth? Sure, back in 1992, this military courtroom drama was a critical and box office smash. Tom Cruise! Demi Moore! Jack Nicholson! And all that yelling! How could it miss? But now, decades later, are we ready to issue a Code Red on this Oscar-nominated Best Picture? Is Cruise’s cocksure persona the best fit for this heavy-handed tale of loyalty? Is Jack’s manic line readings too big for this jurisdiction? And, for the love of God, will anyone listen to Demi’s Joann, like, ever? The Old Roommates head to the mess hall and revisit all the speeches and shenanigans through their middle-aged lens. Join them!
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#AFewGoodMen #RobReiner #AaronSorkin #TomCruise #DemiMoore #JackNicholson #KieferSutherland #KevinBacon

Audrey II was more than just a mean green mother from outer space. Back in 1984, and voiced by Levi Stubbs, he was the main attraction of the movie musical, Little Shop of Horrors. Based on an off-Broadway show, which itself was based on a 1960 horror comedy of the same name, the Frank Oz directed flick achieved cult classic status on VHS and Beta. But now, decades later, are we still singing its praises? Are abusive boyfriends, exploitive bosses, and blood-thirsty plants the stuff of sing-a-longs? Or is this Rick Moranis’ finest hour? The Old Roommates head down Skid Row and give it all a revisit through their middle-aged lens. Listen to this.
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#LittleShopofHorrors #FrankOz #HowardAshman #AlanMenken #RogerCorman #RickMoranis #EllenGreene #SteveMartin

Oh, Archieeee. Edith Bunker (as portrayed by Jean Stapleton) was a force of nature. At turns both naïve and loud, Edith’s point of view was critical to the success of the 70’s sitcom, All in the Family, for nine seasons. Season 8, however, was a harrowing one for the beloved housewife. Yes, dear listener, we are venturing into some “very special episodes” of the acclaimed TV show. “Edith’s 50th Birthday” was a groundbreaking portrayal of s*xual assault, survival, and trauma. “Edith’s Crisis of Faith” was a gut-wrenching depiction of a murderous hate crime and how it can challenge one’s religious beliefs. Join the Old Roommates as they revisit both special episodes all through their middle-aged lens. Listen to this.
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#AllintheFamily #ArchieBunker #EdithBunker #NormanLear #CarrollO’Connor #JeanStapleton#SallyStruthers #RobReiner