Classic Conversations: Pop culture Interviews with Jeff Dwoskin

The Last Starfighter's Lance Guest revisits a career filled with film and theater highlights


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From Halloween II to The Last Starfighter and even Jaws: The Revenge, Lance Guest's career is filled with memorable moments that shaped an era of film.

In this conversation, Lance reflects on his journey through cult classics, working alongside legends, and the unexpected twists that brought his characters to life. With stories from early sci-fi special effects to Broadway stages, this episode celebrates the nostalgia and resilience of a career spanning decades.

Episode Highlights:

  • How Lance landed the role of Alex Rogan in The Last Starfighter and the film's pioneering CGI effects
  • Stories from working with Robert Preston and the magic he brought to set
  • Behind-the-scenes memories from Halloween II and Lance's take on Jamie Lee Curtis' energy off-screen
  • The challenges and rewrites that shaped Jaws: The Revenge
  • Lance's transition to Broadway, performing as Johnny Cash in Million Dollar Quartet

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