30something Movie Podcast

582: "I'm tired of being alone" | Leaving Las Vegas (1995)

This week, we're watching Leaving Las Vegas, a film that doesn’t ask for redemption, only recognition. Nicolas Cage gives us Ben, unraveling with grace and fire, while Elisabeth Shue’s Sera offers a love that doesn’t try to fix—just to see. Together, they create something devastatingly honest: a portrait of two broken souls who find fleeting solace in each other’s ruin.
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581: "I'll Podcast Anything That Moves!" | Blue Velvet (1986)

Draw the curtains and lean in close as we descend into the dreamy, disquieting world of Blue Velvet. For our 10th anniversary rewatch, we’ll peel back the facade of small-town America to explore the shadows underneath—desire, violence, and the search for truth. Through David Lynch’s surreal lens, we’ll examine the collision of innocence and corruption, the intoxicating pull of mystery, and the way darkness often hides in plain sight.
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580: "You found the beat" | Mr. Holland's Opus (1995)

Pick up your instruments as we dive into the decades-spanning score of Mr. Holland's Opus. We’ll explore the poignant journey of a composer who puts his magnum opus on hold for a teaching career, the profound, evolving impact he has on generations of students, and the complex sacrifices demanded by family and unforeseen life paths.
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579: "One of those 'I glued a bird to my head' days" | Forget Paris (1995)

This week, we're grabbing a courtside seat and catching a flight back to Forget Paris. There's the often-comedic chaos of married life, the clever friends-at-a-restaurant framing device, and that signature Billy Crystal charm. Is it a funny, insightful look at making love last beyond the honeymoon phase—or does the reality of career clashes make you want to, well, forget Paris?
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578: "Only Love" | Don Juan DeMarco (1995)

This week, we’re slipping into a silk mask and diving into Don Juan DeMarco. We’ll be exploring its romantic fantasy vibes, the dreamlike storytelling, and that irresistible Depp-Brando dynamic. Is it a charming tale of passion and self-discovery—or just a seductive illusion wrapped in old-school charm?
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Hey everybody! I'm sharing a quick announcement in case you've noticed our release schedule getting a bit off lately and you don't follow us on any social media.
I was notified a few weeks ago that the role in my school district is being eliminated. That being the case, quite a bit of my time lately has been spent doing some searching, applying, etc., to new jobs. We're working to make sure we don't skip too much of a beat with getting new episodes out, but we wanted you to be aware of that little life update.
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577: "$9,104. I counted it... twice." | Empire Records (1995)

This week, we’re headed to Empire Records and they're open 'til midnight. We’ll be celebrating its cult classic status and ultimate 90s vibes, but also taking a closer look at its chaotic charm and depiction of youth rebellion. Is it a quirky anthem of teen freedom, or just a beautiful mess of a movie?
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576: "Poetry is its own reward" | Dangerous Minds (1995)

This week, we're taking on Dangerous Minds. We'll be examining its powerful message and 90s nostalgia, but also questioning its depiction of students and whether it perpetuates harmful stereotypes. Does it inspire, or does it miss the mark?
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575: "I'm your density" | Back to the Future (1985)

Great Scott! Ten years?! To celebrate a decade of podcasting, we're firing up the DeLorean and revisiting the timeless classic, Back to the Future! Join us as we explore the 80s magic, the 50s nostalgia, and the time-traveling mayhem. Check your flux capacitors and then listen in!
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574: "Who's Duress??" | Clueless (1995)

As if... you won't want to miss this one! Join us as we dive into Amy Heckerling’s Clueless, navigating high school hierarchies, makeover montages, and the eternal debate over whether it’s better to be a Betty or a Baldwin.
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