30something Movie Podcast

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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573: "Second Suitor..." | Mallrats (1995)

We're hitting the food court! Join us as we dive into Kevin Smith's Mallrats, exploring teen angst, comic book obsession, and the existential dread of the back of a Volkswagen.
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572: "I'll be right here" | ET: The Extra-terrestrial (1982)

Join us as we revisit a classic from our archives for our anniversary episode: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial! This time, we're joined by special guest Padraig, one of our Patreon Co-Executive Producers, for his very first viewing of this iconic movie. Did E.T. still hold up after all these years? Does Padraig become a believer? Tune in to find out as we celebrate a decade of podcasting with a trip back to the stars!
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571: "That'll do, pig" | Babe (1995)

Remember when a pig could change the world? We do! Dust off your memories and join us for a nostalgic trip back to the farm with "Babe." Prepare for a heartwarming journey that'll leave you saying, "That'll do!"
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570: "Casper the Friendly Snow Day" | Casper (1995)

Step into Whipstaff Manor with us as we revisit Casper (1995), the ghostly ‘90s classic that made us all wonder—was Casper just friendly, or was he seriously crushing on Christina Ricci? Tune in… if you dare (but, like, in a totally PG way).
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569: "It’s not history, it’s Disntory" | Pocahontas (1995)

Paint with all the colors of nostalgia as we journey back to 1995 and revisit Pocahontas! From its stunning animation to its unforgettable soundtrack, we’re diving deep into the Disney classic that aimed to tell a historical tale with heart. But with its romanticized history and creative liberties, does it still hold up today—or is it a problematic piece of the Disney legacy?
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568: "I Spent the Night With Stretch Armstrong" | Toy Story (1995)

To infinity and beyond! We’re taking a nostalgic trip back to 1995 to revisit the movie that changed animation forever—Toy Story! Join us as we dive into the world of Woody, Buzz, and the gang, and discuss why this Pixar classic still holds up today.
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567: "Wolfman's Got Thenardiers!" | Les Miserables: 10th Anniversary Concert (1995)

Do you hear the people sing? They're singing about how amazing Les Miserables is! Join us as we take to the barricades and discuss how much we love this musical.
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