Repeat Viewing

To close out the 80s Fantasy block, Seamus and Kraig are joined by special guest, producer and director James L. Reid, to dive deep into a couple of unique classics in the genre. We discuss both the theatrical and Director's Cuts of Legend, revealing several huge details about the filmmaking and storytelling, it's Tolkein/Judeo Christian imagery, it's troubled production and more! Then we talk book vs film with the Princess Bride, it's beloved cultural status, the late great screenwriter William Goldman, the impeccable cast, and so much more. We complete our fantasy foray in a perfect, critically charged, and entertaining way.

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The fourth installment of our 80s fantasy block doubles as a final spotlight (for now) on the films of director Richard Donner, who was a force to be reckoned with in the 80s and 90s. Ladyhawke and Goonies are two films he released the same year, just months apart, and both are culturally beloved. We break down why that is, and many other enduring or not so enduring qualities of the two films, and continue to analyze what made Donner such a powerhouse in his prime.

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We continue our foray into 80s fantasy with a departure from the average canon, with animated classic vs cult classic, Don Bluth vs Ralph Bakshi, in a detailed and lively talk about the Secret of Nimh and Fire & Ice. It's a truly anti-Disney episode, focused on two animators who changed the industry with their respective, and very different approaches to animation. This one is full of behind the scenes history, and being hosted by two artists, is chock full of love for the craft that made these possible, as well as a real dissection of the results.

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The 80s fantasy block continues with a permanent classic facing off against an infamous underdog, that may have been ahead of its time. Hosts Seamus & Kraig examine the hero's journey in both films, the nature of children's/young adult fantasy tales, and the dark fairy tale origins of the genre. We also heavily discuss the special effects, the directors or each, and the issue of tone that we love to harp on. The results of this one might surprise you if you haven't seen these in awhile.

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Stop-Motion animator Neil McLean lends his expertise and massive fandom of both films to a nerdy, hilarious, and very deep talk about Jim Henson's biggest films of the 80s. We dissect minutae about puppetry, special effects, story, and the massive behind the camera talents that made these films happen. We also reveal a surprising amount of BTS details, history, and cultural impact of each beloved movie.

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We cap off our holiday podcasts with a celebration of the Shane Black and his flare for including the holiday in his action-crime stories. We cover as much as possible about Black's career, from his debut as a screenwriter at 19 with Lethal Weapon, to his directorial debut with Kiss Kiss Bang Bang almost 30 years later. We talk about his very particular peculiarities as a writer, and the many special talents that separate him among the ranks of studio scribes. We naturally also discuss why he has the proclivity of placing his stories within the Christmas holiday, while not paying much attention to the actual holiday. It's a Christmas just as Black as we like it, and we hope you do too.

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Join us as we continue our Christmas roast with two surprisingly timely classics, Trading Places and Scrooged. Hosts Kraig & Seamus carve into the socially biting nature of both movies, which exemplify both what we have learned in the last 30 years, but also what we still have yet to grasp, all while feeling holiday cheer... or at least sharing laughs about some verified classic comedies. We discuss the terrific concepts for each film, and the brilliant executions by all involved.

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To kick off our Christmas movie bonanza, hosts Seamus & Kraig ease in with the controversial holiday choice of Die Hard, and combine it with a more recent holiday heist film, of a decidedly more holiday, but disgusting nature, Bad Santa. We share lively observations from a 30 year old classic, revealing that you can still see a movie as new after a long time, and then we share therapy over the epic downhill slide that is Bad Santa. Without going too holiday yet, we manage to ring in the season with what is probably a very appropriate start.

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In a continuation of our holiday themed episode, Seamus and Kraig tackle perhaps the two most popular Thanksgiving films, Plains Trains, and Automobiles & Home for the Holidays. First, it's a talk of Steve Martin then vs Now, Martin vs Candy, the forever magic of John Candy, and the enigma of a filmmaker, John Hughes. Then, we discuss Jodie Foster as a director, the brilliant ensemble, and unique story of Home for the Holidays. We also compare and contrast the two, all while roasting Turkey-day itself. Pun intended.

Happy Thanksgiving from Repeat Viewing, and thanks to you all!

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Seamus and Kraig tackle their second Repeat Viewing Challenge with National Lampoon's European Vacation, after receiving wild claims it is the best of the series. To test that, we watched European and Vegas Vacations back-to-back for a stark, but very lively compare and contrast discussion. The entire franchise is assessed on the criteria of character, comedy and filmmaking, with clear results. This was so fun, you can expect us to complete the Griswold saga around Christmas time.

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