Old Roommates

"Flowers in the Attic" RevisitedOh, brother...and sister. Yes, back in 1987, there was plenty of pearl clutching when the film adaptation of V.C. Andrews' Flowers in the Attic hit the screen. For better or worse, the PG-13 flick toned down the incestuous vibes of the novel. Back then, it was mostly for worse. Critics and audiences were turned off. But now, decades later, was the subtler approach the right choice? Is Corrine the worst movie mom ever? And how grey should a kid get before bringing him to a doctor? The Old Roommates head up to the attic and discuss it all through their middle-aged lens. Grab a dusty cookie and join them!
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#FlowersintheAttic #LouiseFletcher #KristySwanson #VCAndrews

Believe it or not, we're revisiting that beloved 80s TV show, The Greatest American Hero. Though it was only on for three short seasons, the William Katt led comedy soared thanks to it's Superman-like premise, practical effects, and an insanely catchy theme song. But now, decades later, were we high? How many times can Ralph take on Russia? How many times can Maxwell (Robert Culp) be kidnapped? And what would be the real challenges of dating a - albeit clumsy - superhero? The Old Roommates search everywhere for flying instructions as they revisit the show through their middle-aged lens. Pop on a cape and join them.
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#WilliamKatt #RobertCulp #ConnieSellecca #MichaelPare

Cop Gives Waitress Million Dollar Tip was the oh-so specific original title of Andrew Bergman's rom-com, "It Could Happen to You." Released in the thick of summer back in 1994, this sweet little flick didn't stand a chance against The Mask and True Lies. But now, decades later, does this Nicolas Cage and Bridget Fonda matchup deserve a second chance at love? Could you resist Stanley Tucci in a bath towel? And would Rosie Perez have gotten some award love if this had been a December release? The Old Roommates revisit all these "what ifs" through their middle-aged lens. Strap on some rollerblades and join them. 
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#AndrewBergman #NicolasCage #BridgetFonda #Rosie Perez #StanleyTucci

"The Fabulous Baker Boys" Revisited Michelle Pfeiffer slid across a piano and onto the list of most iconic moments in cinema. Yes, back in 1989, whether you had seen "The Fabulous Baker Boys" or not, you knew The Scene. Critics and the Academy were makin' whoopee with the film, even if audiences weren't as enamored. But now, decades later, how does this old song and dance stack up? Were real-life bros Beau and Jeff Bridges convincing ... as brothers? And is this Pfeiffer's finest hour (or two)? The Old Roommates get deep into their "Feelings" and revisit it all through their middle-aged lens. Have a seat and get a drink. The show's about to begin.
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#MichellePfeiffer #JeffBridges #BeauBridges #JenniferTilly

Of course Brian's picking one of the few "gay" movies of the 90s for his birthday episode. Starring Keanu Reeves and the late-great River Phoenix, "Idaho" was an indie hit in 1991, its box office quadrupling its budget. But, just how gay is Gus Van Sant's male sex worker opus by today's standards? And is this movie a road trip, a love story, a docudrama, a Shakespearian tragedy or something else? And is it simply all too much? The Old Roommates relax by a soundstage campfire and give it all a revisit ... through their middle-aged lens. Stay awake and join them.
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#MyOwnPrivateIdaho #GusVanSant #RiverPhoenix #KeanuReeves #UdoKier

What about Bill, actually? Bill Murray starred in the hit 1991 comedy, What About Bob? Playing the titular Bob, Murray was tasked with portraying a variety of mental health issues, much to the delight of critics and audiences. But now, decades later, is any of this a laughing matter? Is "stalking" adorable if the guy's Bill Murray? And is Richard Dreyfuss' Leo the good guy or something far sinister? The Old Roommates strap on some life vests and give this Frank Oz flick a revisit ... through their middle-aged lens. Grab some fluoxitine and join them! 
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#WhatAboutBob #FrankOz #BillMurray #RichardDreyfuss #juliehagerty

Jamie Lee Curtis shared top billing with Ahhhnold in 1994's mega hit, True Lies. Made for a then record-breaking budget for over $100 million, the movie featured Schwarzenegger and Curtis outrunning explosions, machine gunfire, and Tia Carrere. But now, over thirty years later, was it money well spent? Is 6-foot-2 Arnold the best choice for an under-the-radar spy? And where's the line between women in peril and just plain misogyny? The Old Roommates hitch a helicopter ride to give James Cameron's action-packed yarn a revisit ... through their middle-aged lens. Jump in a harrier jet and join them! 
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#TrueLies #JamesCameron #ArnoldSchwarzenegger #JamieLeeCurtis #elizadushku

"I met someone in Rome." So begins the respective parental dream and nightmare of Diane Keaton and Steve Martin in the 1991 remake, Father of the Bride. Upon release, audiences joyously walked down the movie aisles of theaters everywhere to take a seat. But now, decades later, is the comedic honeymoon over? Why is George so underwhelmed with Brian and his billionaire parents? And why would a 90s wedding cake ever cost over two grand? The Old Roommates grab a snow-covered swan and give it all a revisit through their middle-aged lens. Grab your invite and join them!
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#SteveMartin #DianeKeaton #MartinShort #CharlesShyer #NancyMeyers #Kimberly WilliamsPaisley

Kermit, Gonzo, and two-time Oscar winner Michael Caine starred in this musical retelling of Charles Dickens' yuletide classic. 1992's "A Muppet Christmas Carol" wasn't nearly the hit Walt Disney Pictures hoped, getting clobbered at the box office by its own "Aladdin." But now, decades later, did we all miss a Christmas miracle? Or was Caine's tragic take on Scrooge too much for a kids' movie? And, why was a diva like Miss Piggy reduced to a measly supporting performance? The Old Roommates hop on a vegetable truck and give it a revisit through their middle-aged lens. Grab a lump of coal and join them!
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#BrianHenson #JimHenson #MichaelCaine #KermittheFrog #MissPiggy

Goldie Hawn made a 1991 thriller in which she plays a character that gets ... well, you know. "Deceived" featured our great Goldie getting gaslit, chased, and more. It was rare for Hawn to tackle the thriller genre and neither critics nor audiences quite knew what to do about it. But now, decades later, is this tale of duplicity worth another look? Does Hawn make a decent Scream Queen? And why is Adrienne and Jack's daughter so damn happy all the time? The Old Roommates paint some roses and give this mystery a revisit through their middle-aged lens. Pop on an ugly necklace and join them! 
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#GoldieHawn #JohnHeard #RobinBartlett #MaryAgnesDonoghue