30something Movie Podcast

463: ”Love Across, Like, 26 States” | Sleepless in Seattle (1993)

In a world where love knows no distance, Sleepless in Seattle takes us on a wild ride through the radio waves! Widower Sam, played by Tom Hanks, pours his heart out on-air, catching the attention of hopeless romantic Annie, our beloved Meg Ryan. This unlikely duo, separated by miles and engaged to others, becomes entangled in a cosmic quest to meet atop the Empire State Building.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahI9LaOGYcE 
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462: ”Deputy Marshal Sam’s Giardiniera” | The Fugitive (1993)

For the first time in four years, the gang is back together in-person to dive off the prison bus and into the action-packed mystery thriller The Fugitive. When Dr. Richard Kimble is framed for his wife's murder, he must outrun and outwit federal agents, a crooked pharmaceutical company, and a one-armed man to clear his name.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETPVU0acnrE 

461: ”Not economically viable” | Falling Down (1993)

Falling Down is a 1993 drama-thriller film that follows a disgruntled and unhinged man named William "D-Fens" Foster (played by Michael Douglas) as he goes on a violent rampage across Los Angeles. In other words, it's basically a day in the life of an average LA commuter. Foster's quest to reach his daughter's birthday party takes a dark turn as he encounters various characters and situations that push him over the edge. 
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BD5ofrSNDFA 

460: ”It ain’t white boy day” | True Romance (1993)

In a world where passion and danger collide, a young couple named Clarence and Alabama find themselves caught up in a whirlwind of crime and chaos. With a suitcase full of drugs and a heart full of love, they embark on a wild journey to escape the clutches of a ruthless gangster and pursue their dreams of a better life. From the seedy underbelly of Detroit to the bright lights of Hollywood, True Romance is a thrilling tale of love, loyalty, and the ultimate quest for freedom. Starring Christian Slater and Patricia Arquette, this movie will leave you breathless and begging for more. Get ready for the ride of your life - this is True Romance.
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Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wNYNDzKpuQ 

459: ”That’s Right, Woodchuck-Chuckers” | Groundhog Day (1993)

Groundhog Day is a 1993 American fantasy-comedy film directed by Harold Ramis. The movie follows the story of Phil Connors, a TV weatherman played by Bill Murray, who finds himself trapped in a time loop, reliving the same day over and over again. Alongside Murray, the film features actors Andie MacDowell and Chris Elliott in leading roles.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GncQtURdcE4 

458: ”The Rocky Cliffs” | Cliffhanger (1993)

Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled thrill ride with Cliffhanger! Starring Sylvester Stallone, John Lithgow, Michael Rooker, and Janine Turner, this action-packed blockbuster follows a group of mountain climbers who must battle the elements and a group of ruthless hijackers in a race against time.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c55DDQT8zDA 

457: ”Leguizamo Ex Machina” | Carlito’s Way (1993)

Carlito's Way is a classic crime drama directed by Brian De Palma, starring Al Pacino as Carlito Brigante, a former drug lord trying to go straight. The film follows Carlito's attempts to leave his criminal past behind, but his loyalty to his friends and his own reputation constantly draw him back into the world he's trying to escape. You could even say... just when he thought he was out... they pulled him back in.
Starring Al Pacino, Sean Penn, and John Leguizamo.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbXrkKmCTok 
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456: ”Peanut Butter Super Chunk Emergency” | Benny & Joon (1993)

Joon is a young artist plagued by hallucinations and schizophrenia but also wants a life of her own apart from her brother's overprotective nature. When she begins to fall in love with a quirky, free-spirited young man, it may just give her the chance she needs to take control of her life.
Johnny Depp, Mary Stuart Masterson, and Aidan Quinn star in Benny & Joon.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPjBb1qeiK4
 

455: ”Checkmate” | Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993)

A young chess prodigy, Josh Waitzkin, and his father navigate the complex world of competitive chess. The film showcases the struggles of balancing intense pressure and the love of the game.
Joe Mantegna, Ben Kingsley, Joan Allen, Laurence Fishburne, and Max Pomeranc star in Searching for Bobby Fischer.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gghecEHT4PI 

454: ”Everybody Works on Wednesday” | Dave (1993)

If you're too busy to be everywhere at once, clones might be the way to go. However, if it's not 1996 and you're not Michael Keaton, that's still 3 years away. If you're Kevin Kline and the president, you might have to settle for an exact look-alike named Dave.
Kevin Kline, Sigourney Weaver, Frank Langella, and Ben Kingsley star in Dave.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taDreDT3E6A