The Fast Times Region is closing out its first round, and this one’s a genuine odd couple.

In one corner: Revenge of the Nerds, the 1984 comedy that became a cultural institution. Joe and Keith both ranked it #13, which might be the most agreement they’ve had all season. But they do agree it is the most problematic film of the first 32!

In the other corner: Poltergeist, the 1982 haunted-house film (produced and co-written by Spielberg) that earned three Oscar nominations (losing all of them to E.T.), with a directing credit dispute that was never officially resolved.

Two very different kinds of 80s. Which one is MORE 80s? Vote below!

Which of these classic films is more 80s?

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