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Feb. 15, 2022

Antoine Fuqua - Brooklyn's Finest

Antoine Fuqua is one of Hollywood's busiest directors because he's one of the most successful directors working today. His appreciation for Kurosawa shows in many of his films, from Tears of the Sun to his Equalizer franchise. Brooklyn's Finest; his...

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Feb. 8, 2022

1986 - F/X

Illusions, deceptions, and murder! Scott Hoffman joins Jeff on our 1986 series to talk about F/X! Comparisons to Fletch and The Fugitive? Another great "give me your gun and your badge" cop moment! All this, plus Tom Noonan and more!

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Feb. 1, 2022

John Singleton - Higher Learning

"What is high? What is high-er? What is learn? What is learn-ing" Higher Learning was John Singleton's third film about college life on a highly volatile campus; boasting an incredible ensemble cast, poignant storytelling, and a diversified hit...

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Jan. 25, 2022

1986 - Iron Eagle

We're soaring high this week with Iron Eagle! Jeff finds himself outnumbered in a dogfight against David and Scott, doing his best to convince them that this gem from 1986 (which debuted months before Top Gun) is worthy of respect …

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Jan. 18, 2022

Kevin Reynolds - The Beast

Kevin Reynolds is a director known for offering up the occasional blockbuster, and his many collaborations with Kevin Costner. In 1988, he created one of the more poignant films about war with his Soviet tank drama, The Beast.

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Jan. 11, 2022

1986 - The Golden Child

"I waaaant the kniiiiife... pleeeeeease." Our 1986 series is back with a chat about Eddie Murphy classic, The Golden Child. Jeff, Brad, Scott and David discuss their favorite scenes, and the interesting connection to Big Trouble in Little China!

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Jan. 4, 2022

Oliver Stone - U-Turn

Vietnam. Presidents. Rock stars. Social commentary. Throughout his storied career, filmmaker Oliver Stone has written outstanding scripts, made memorable movies, and won Academy Awards. With this neo-noir crime thriller, he delves into the world of...

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Dec. 31, 2021

1986 - Karate Kid Part II

To celebrate NYE and the release of the new season of Netflix hit, Cobra Kai, Jeff calls Andrew and Scott into the dojo for a talk about Karate Kid Part II. Daniel-san's growth and development, Pat Morita's Oscar nomination, the …

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Dec. 28, 2021

1986 - Platoon

On this episode of the limited 1986 series, Jeff is joined by Brad and David to talk about Best Picture winner, Platoon. The conversation includes Vietnam war movies, Oliver Stone, great music, and who the best pick is to bunker …

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Dec. 21, 2021

Nora Ephron - Mixed Nuts

It's the annual Christmas episode! This year, Brad and Jeff discuss Nora Ephron's dark Christmas comedy "Mixed Nuts"! It's a wild night of unexpected events taking place at a crisis hotline center with Steve Martin doing his best to control …

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Dec. 14, 2021

1986 - An American Tail

On this episode of our 1986 series, David Burns and Scott Hoffman join Jeff Johnson to discuss An American Tail. The animated conversation includes favorite characters, music, the film's portrayal of immigration, and the seedy underworld of New York.

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Dec. 7, 2021

Steven Spielberg - 1941

Hot off the back-to-back blockbuster success of Jaws and Close Encounters of the Third Kind, rising star Steven Spielberg took a shot at comedy in 1979 with his WWII parody film, 1941. On the 80th anniversary of the Pearl Harbor …

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Nov. 30, 2021

The '86 Breakdown!

We've done 25 episodes of our limited series on 1986 films! Our recurring guests always have great information, but how well do they REALLY know these movies? Jeff calls all they guys back for a special gathering to face off …

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Nov. 23, 2021

The Wachowskis - Bound

The Wachowskis are known for big budget, FX-driven blockbusters. Their directorial debut, Bound, is a small, neo-noir thriller starring several actors at the top of their game. With a new Matrix film about to be released, Brad and Jeff discuss …

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Nov. 16, 2021

1986 - Labyrinth

We're making our way through Labyrinth on this episode! Jeff is joined by Scott Hoffman and the host of Docking Bay 77, Dayton Johnson, for a magical discussion on Bowie, puppets, and all things Jim Henson!

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Nov. 9, 2021

Ivan Reitman - Ghostbusters 2

They're back! Five years after the massive success of Ghostbusters, Director Ivan Reitman brought the boys back together to battle the ectoplasmic supernatural in Ghostbusters 2. Brad and Jeff team up with Dee and Jason of the Surely You Can't …

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Nov. 2, 2021

1986 - Peggy Sue Got Married

On this episode of our limited 1986 series, we're time traveling back to 1960 to debate Peggy Sue Got Married. Special Correspondent Jennalynn returns to defend Peggy Sue's behavior. Jeff delivers five reasons why you should hate the film. Oscar …

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Oct. 29, 2021

1986 - The Wraith

"You lose the race... you lose your car!" Our 1986 series gets revved up for The Wraith! Jeff and Docking Bay 77 podcast host Dayton Johnson discuss the supernatural revenge film that's packed full of great 80's rock, killer cars, …

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Oct. 26, 2021

Alfred Hitchcock - Rebecca

Alfred Hitchcock's body of work proves he's the master of suspense! Brad and Jeff discuss his first American film, Rebecca; a gothic romantic thriller. Listen along as they talk about comparison's to a recent episode topic Crimson Peak, their favorite...

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Oct. 19, 2021

1986 - House

Troubled writer Roger Cobb moves into his deceased aunt's haunted home for some much needed solitude. What he gets are terrifying visions, nosy intrusive neighbors, and a few demons to battle! Welcome to our discussion about House! Dave and Docking...

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Oct. 15, 2021

1986 - The Fly

Be afraid. Be very afraid! Jeff Goldblum's horrifying Brundlefly is on the loose this episode! Jeff, Brad and Scott talk about the FX, insect politics, and the late Vincent Price's reaction to this remake. Will they crown it the best …

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Oct. 12, 2021

David Cronenberg - Videodrome

Canadian filmmaker David Cronenberg's successful career has spanned more than half a century. Regarded as the originator of the body horror genre, his work is known to be strange, cerebral, and limit-pushing for it's visuals and effects. Join us, as...

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Oct. 5, 2021

1986 - Witchboard

Ouija Boards... harmless fun, or a gateway to the Devil? Dave and Scott are back to argue the point with Jeff, and discuss the good and the bad of Witchboard! Join us for a "spirited" conversation about possession, psychic mediums, …

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Sept. 28, 2021

Guillermo del Toro - Crimson Peak

Guillermo del Toro has a reputation for the fantastical. He's danced with the darker heroes of comics with Blade and Hellboy. He's softened our hearts with oddities in Pan's Labyrinth and his Oscar-winning The Shape of Water. In 2015, del …

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