80s Flick Flashback

Timothy Williams
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80s Flick Flashback

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/80sflickflashback/subscribe The 80s Flick Flashback Podcast is for everyone who either grew up watching movies in the 80's or discovered the joy of these cinematic treasures. On each episode creator and host Tim Williams, along with a guest co-host, discuss an 80's flick by sharing their first-time watch memories, favorite iconic scenes, and even learning some behind the scenes facts and stories along the way.

  1. 5天前

    #120 - "Beetlejuice" (1988) with Laramy & Bethany Wells

    Say his name three times and he will appear. With his unruly green hair, pinstripe suit and unusual mannerisms, the malicious spirit became a film icon. But before the dark comedy premiered the studio and half of the cast weren't exactly convinced that audiences would be willing to take the wild ride about a bio-exorcist. The original script was vastly different, offering a darker and more deadly take before humor was eventually (and successfully) sprinkled in during production. The unique blend of absurdity and alarm proved to be the perfect mix, with this 80s Flick becoming a surprise hit at the box office, spawning a hit animated series, winning an Oscar, and becoming a Broadway musical. So take a trip with us back to Winter River Connecticut, grab your copy of the “Handbook for the Recently Deceased”, and watch out for the Sandworms as Tim Williams and guest co-hosts Laramy Wells & Bethany Wells discuss “Beetlejuice” from 1988 on this episode of the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast. Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode: Tom Duffield said "The scene with Alec Baldwin, where Geena’s standing with his head in her hand, he was just kneeling behind a black show card that was cut around his chin. Look closely, it’s all done on camera. It was real quick cut, but that’s all it was." The epilogue featuring Beetlejuice and the witch doctor was added during post-production. Another version of the ending showed Beetlejuice in the waiting room with the barber who welcomed Adam at the beginning of the movie (supposedly after he had died), and the barber's rambling drove Beetlejuice crazy. Sources: Wikipedia, IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes, Box Office Mojo https://www.ranker.com/list/beetlejuice-behind-the-scenes/jacob-shelton https://www.eonline.com/news/1369754/20-strange-and-unusual-secrets-about-beetlejuice-revealed Some sections were composed by ChatGPT   We'd love to hear your thoughts on our podcast! You can share your feedback with us via email or social media. Your opinions are incredibly valuable to us, and we'd be so grateful to know what you enjoyed about our show. If we missed anything or if you have any suggestions for 80s movies, we'd love to hear them too! If you're feeling extra supportive, you can even become a subscription member through "Buy Me A Coffee". For more details and other fun extensions of our podcast, check out this link. Thank you for your support! https://linktr.ee/80sFlickFlashback

    1 小时 13 分钟

  2. 9月27日

    #119 - "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure" (1989) with Nicholas Pepin, Chad Sheppard, and Laramy Wells

    Imagine pitching this to a movie studio in the 80s: two clueless slackers travel through time in a phone booth, rounding up historical figures for their high school history project. Not exactly an easy sell, right? But what started as a quirky stand-up routine from college pals Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon turned into a surprise hit. The film didn’t just make money—it inspired a sequel, an animated series, a comic book, and even its own breakfast cereal! After a challenging production—complete with budget issues, a rewritten ending, and hundreds of auditions—Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure finally hit theaters. While initial reviews were most heinous, it steadily won over audiences, and the rest is, well, history. So, jump into the time-traveling phone booth, practice your air guitar skills, and don’t forget to wind your watch as Nicholas Pepin, Chad Sheppard, Laramy Wells, and I discuss Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure from 1989 on this episode of the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast! Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode: Many of the historical figures that Bill and Ted brought back died in tragic ways. Several, including Socrates, Joan of Arc, Billy the Kid, and Abraham Lincoln, were either executed or assassinated. Sigmund Freud died by assisted suicide. Some people believe Napoleon Bonaparte's death under house arrest was the result of arsenic poisoning. Historically, Genghis Khan and Ludwig van Beethoven died of natural causes. Bill's "philosophy" to Socrates, "All we are is dust in the wind, dude," is a line from "Dust in the Wind" by Kansas. Socrates' response is, "Like sands of the hourglass, such are the days of our lives." For decades, that was the opening credits voiceover for "Days of Our Lives". Amy Stoch (Missy) appeared in 26 episodes of Days of Our Lives in 1986, while Tony Steedman (Socrates) appeared in 15 episodes in 1990. Sources: Wikipedia, IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes, Box Office Mojo https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-news/alex-winter-bill-ted-excellent-adventure-lost-scene-interview-955329/ https://screenrant.com/bill-ted-excellent-adventure-behind-scenes-facts/ https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2551533/bill-and-teds-excellent-adventure-non-heinous-behind-the-scenes-facts-about-the-time-travel-movie https://keithandthemovies.com/2020/04/22/retro-review-bill-teds-excellent-adventure-1989/ Some sections were composed by ChatGPT   We'd love to hear your thoughts on our podcast! You can share your feedback with us via email or social media. Your opinions are incredibly valuable to us, and we'd be so grateful to know what you enjoyed about our show. If we missed anything or if you have any suggestions for 80s movies, we'd love to hear them too! If you're feeling extra supportive, you can even become a subscription member through "Buy Me A Coffee". For more details and other fun extensions of our podcast, check out this link. Thank you for your support! https://linktr.ee/80sFlickFlashback

    1 小时 7 分钟

  3. 9月13日

    BONUS - "Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives" (1986) with Charlie Cotter and Laramy Wells

    In the 1980s, many movie fans thought the Friday the 13th series was at its best with the fourth movie, The Final Chapter, where it seemed like Jason Voorhees was finally defeated. The fifth film, A New Beginning, tried to take the story in a new direction but didn't satisfy fans. Then, a new writer and director named Tom McLoughlin was asked to bring new life to the series and the famous killer.   In his story, Tommy Jarvis digs up Jason's grave with the plan to burn his remains and end the trauma he caused. Instead of ending Jason's terror, a bolt of lightning hits the corpse, bringing him back to life like Frankenstein.   Listen to Tim Williams and co-hosts Charlie Cotter and Laramy Wells from the "Moving Panels" Podcast, as they discuss "Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives" from 1986 on this special bonus episode of the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast. Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode: Writer/director Tom McLoughlin decided that Jason would not harm a child out of sympathy for the plight of children generated by his childhood drowning. Sources: Wikipedia, IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes, BoxOfficeMojo https://www.neonsplatter.com/added-to-watchlist/friday-the-13th-part-vi-jason-lives-1986 Some sections were composed by ChatGPT We'd love to hear your thoughts on our podcast! You can share your feedback with us via email or social media. Your opinions are incredibly valuable to us, and we'd be so grateful to know what you enjoyed about our show. If we missed anything or if you have any suggestions for 80s movies, we'd love to hear them too! If you're feeling extra supportive, you can even become a subscription member through "Buy Me A Coffee". For more details and other fun extensions of our podcast, check out this link. Thank you for your support! https://linktr.ee/80sFlickFlashback

    1 小时 3 分钟

  4. 9月13日

    #118 - "Weird Science" (1985) with Ben Carpenter, Darby Mirocha & Laramy Wells

    John Hughes is known for making popular movies about teenagers in the 1980s. He started as a National Lampoon's Magazine writer and then began writing scripts in 1979. In 1984, he directed "Sixteen Candles". The next year, he directed two well-known movies, "The Breakfast Club" and this 80s flick. Many people think "The Breakfast Club" is better, but this one is special because it mixes comedy with science fiction. The movie is about two unpopular boys in high school who use a computer to create the "perfect woman." The woman they create, Lisa, is beautiful and has magical powers. This leads to many funny and exciting situations. If you'd like to hear more about "Weird Science" from 1985, you can listen to this podcast episode with Tim Williams and guest co-hosts Ben Carpenter, Darby Mirocha, and Laramy Wells. Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode: The pianist at the party, played by Kym Malin, did her own stunts, which were quite elaborate. For the scene, Malin was attached to a scaffold and lifted up the chimney where a large vacuum tore her clothes off. After that, a crane lifted her out of the chimney and dropped her into the backyard swimming pool. The film went by some very different titles in different movie markets across the globe. In Japan, the film was called "Electric Venus", in Germany, it was named "Cool Magic with Lisa". In Denmark, it was released as "Touch Me, I’m Yours", while in Finland and Sweden, the film was known as "Dream Woman". Sources: Wikipedia, IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes, Box Office Mojo https://screenrant.com/behind-scenes-facts-about-making-of-weird-science/ https://www.firstforwomen.com/entertainment/movies-shows/weird-science-10-bizarre-behind-the-scenes-facts https://www.eightieskids.com/things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-weird-science/ Some sections were composed by ChatGPT   We'd love to hear your thoughts on our podcast! You can share your feedback with us via email or social media. Your opinions are incredibly valuable to us, and we'd be so grateful to know what you enjoyed about our show. If we missed anything or if you have any suggestions for 80s movies, we'd love to hear them too! If you're feeling extra supportive, you can even become a subscription member through "Buy Me A Coffee". For more details and other fun extensions of our podcast, check out this link. Thank you for your support! https://linktr.ee/80sFlickFlashback

    1 小时 14 分钟

  5. 8月30日

    #117 - "The Running Man" with Nicholas Pepin & Laramy Wells

    80s action movie icon Arnold Schwarzenegger had already faced off against deadly alien hunters in "Predator", but that same year, he took on another action-packed sci-fi film, trading aliens for a dystopian future and a deadly reality TV show. This 80s flick was a wild departure from the original short story it was based on, but it delivered plenty of action and comedic moments. In this adaptation, convicted criminals known as "runners" must survive against professional killers in a twisted televised reality show with a charismatic host who has sinister secrets. So don your favorite golden jumpsuit, brush up on your one-liners, and don’t touch that dial as Tim Williams and guest co-hosts Nicholas Pepin from "Pop Culture Roulette" Podcast and Laramy Wells from "Moving Panels" Podcast discuss “The Running Man” from 1987 on this episode of the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast. Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode: The character of Mrs. McArdle, who host Damon Killian states is the show's number one fan, is an homage to Mrs. Miller, a long-time fixture of many series, including The Merv Griffin Show. Her claim to fame was that she showed up to the tapings almost daily.  Mic Fleetwood came up with the "Star Trek" reference in the movie because he was a big fan of the original 1960s series. Two years after the movie was released, Fleetwood achieved a lifelong ambition by making a cameo in an episode of "Star Trek: The Next Generation". Sources: Wikipedia, IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes, BoxOfficeMojo https://www.joblo.com/tango-and-cash-1989-sylvester-stallone-revisited/ https://www.eightieskids.com/20-surprising-facts-you-probably-didnt-know-about-tango-and-cash/ https://weminoredinfilm.com/2017/11/13/the-story-behind-the-making-of-the-running-man/ https://www.joblo.com/the-running-man-arnold-schwarzenegger/#google_vignette Some sections were composed by ChatGPT We'd love to hear your thoughts on our podcast! You can share your feedback with us via email or social media. Your opinions are incredibly valuable to us, and we'd be so grateful to know what you enjoyed about our show. If we missed anything or if you have any suggestions for 80s movies, we'd love to hear them too! If you're feeling extra supportive, you can even become a subscription member through "Buy Me A Coffee". For more details and other fun extensions of our podcast, check out this link. Thank you for your support! https://linktr.ee/80sFlickFlashback

    1 小时 26 分钟

  6. 8月23日

    #116 - "Cyborg" (1989) with Nicholas Pepin & Laramy Wells

    In the not-too-distant future, civilization has been destroyed by genocide, starvation, and plague, and chaos reigns in the wastelands surrounding the collapsed Brooklyn Bridge. As guerilla fighters battle amid the desolation, one woman, who is also a robot, harbors a secret that could save humanity. As menacing baddies seek to exploit her to monopolize the production of the world-ravaging plague’s cure, a muscled martial arts mercenary has committed to protecting her.  So hold tight to the barbed wire, grab your repainted paintball gun, and join us on the trek to Atlanta as Tim Williams and guest co-hosts, Nicholas Pepin from "Pop Culture Roulette" Podcast, Laramy Wells from "Moving Panels" Podcast, discuss “Cyborg” from 1989 on this episode of the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast. Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode: The chain mail and forearm guards worn by Fender were part of the costume for the character "Blade" in "Masters of the Universe" (1987). The movie's violent scenes were significantly edited to secure an R rating instead of an X rating. These edits included toning down a throat-slitting scene and reducing the amount of blood and gore during the village massacre. Additionally, a scene depicting the death of a man Van Damme was fighting was removed, leading to a noticeable inconsistency where it appeared as though the character suddenly disappeared. Sources: Wikipedia, IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes, Box Office Mojo https://subversiverabbit.com/blog/cyborg-1989-a-detailed-look-into-b-movie-gold/ https://www.inverse.com/entertainment/cyborg-35-year-anniversary Some sections were composed by ChatGPT We'd love to hear your thoughts on our podcast! You can share your feedback with us via email or social media. Your opinions are incredibly valuable to us, and we'd be so grateful to know what you enjoyed about our show. If we missed anything or if you have any suggestions for 80s movies, we'd love to hear them too! If you're feeling extra supportive, you can even become a subscription member through "Buy Me A Coffee". For more details and other fun extensions of our podcast, check out this link. Thank you for your support! https://linktr.ee/80sFlickFlashback

    60 分钟

  7. 8月16日

    #115 - "Tango & Cash" (1989) with JB Huffman

    An 80s flick synonymous with perhaps the most popular action genre of the eighties: the buddy-cop movie. In the wake of Lethal Weapon, there were many variations of the formula. Perhaps the most testosterone-fuelled was this 1989 cult classic that paired Sylvester Stallone and Kurt Russell as Los Angeles cops framed by Jack Palance’s evil drug lord. With generous helpings of style, odd-couple quips, and tons of action, the movie was a box office hit. But behind the scenes, it was a mess, with the producers going through (at least) two directors and two cinematographers with a fast-approaching release date and pressure from the studio. So check your stock portfolios, brush up on your English lessons, and keep the mice out of the maze as Tim Williams and guest co-host, JB Huffman from "Manly Movies" Podcast discuss “Tango & Cash” from 1989 on this episode of the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast. Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode: When Tango and Cash escape from prison, Cash turns to Tango and asks if he stopped "for coffee and a Danish." Tango responds, "I hate Danish," an in-joke referencing Sylvester Stallone's recent divorce from Danish actress Brigitte Nielson. At the quarry scene towards the end, one of the monster trucks is the famous Bigfoot truck. Although it's painted in different colors than its trademark blue and does not feature any Bigfoot decals, it was confirmed by Bob Chandler, the owner of the original monster truck, that it is indeed Bigfoot. Sources: Wikipedia, IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes, BoxOfficeMojo https://www.joblo.com/tango-and-cash-1989-sylvester-stallone-revisited/ https://www.eightieskids.com/20-surprising-facts-you-probably-didnt-know-about-tango-and-cash/ Some sections were composed by ChatGPT We'd love to hear your thoughts on our podcast! You can share your feedback with us via email or social media. Your opinions are incredibly valuable to us, and we'd be so grateful to know what you enjoyed about our show. If we missed anything or if you have any suggestions for 80s movies, we'd love to hear them too! If you're feeling extra supportive, you can even become a subscription member through "Buy Me A Coffee". For more details and other fun extensions of our podcast, check out this link. Thank you for your support! https://linktr.ee/80sFlickFlashback

    60 分钟

  8. 8月9日

    #114 - "Masters of the Universe" (1987) with Chris Adams, Gerry D, and Laramy Wells

    Remember the days when action figures ruled our imaginations and epic battles between good and evil played out in our living rooms? Step into 1987, when a beloved toy line and animated series leaped onto the big screen in a live-action spectacle. In this 80s flick a intergalactic battle spills from the fantastical world of Eternia into our own. Marketed as the “Star Wars of the 80s, it didn’t quite live up to the hype. But today it is remembered as a cult classic that brought our favorite toy characters to life in a whole new way. So jump through the travel portal, grab the Power Sword and shout, 'I have the power!' as Tim Williams and guest co-hosts, Chris Adams (from "Retro Life 4 You Podcast"), Gerry D (from "Totally Rad Christmas Podcast"), and Laramy Wells (from "Moving Panels Podcast") discuss “Masters of the Universe” from 1987 on this episode of the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast. Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover on this episode: The Throne Room set of Castle Grayskull was originally two large adjoining sound stages. The wall between the sets was knocked down to make one gigantic sound stage. At that time, this was the largest set Hollywood had seen in over 40 years. Production designer William Stout intentionally wanted the interior of Castle Grayskull to combine elements of both good and evil. In an online interview, Stout explained, "This was the seat of power for the entire universe. I reasoned that power is neither good nor bad; it's what you make of it and how you use it. Above floor level were what I called the Space Gods—giant bronze statues of those who had used the power based in that room for good. Below floor level was the dark side—demonic creatures that represented power used for bad or evil." Many reviewers compared the movie to the cartoon, but it was based on the toys. The toys initially portrayed He-Man as a barbarian in the first mini-comics, not as Prince Adam or Orko. Ed Pressman was interested in the property before the cartoon aired and purchased the movie rights for the Mattel characters, not from Filmation. Sources: Wikipedia, IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes, Box Office Mojo https://www.cbr.com/heman-masters-of-the-universe-trivia-facts-1987-movie/ Some sections were composed by ChatGPT We'd love to hear your thoughts on our podcast! You can share your feedback with us via email or social media. Your opinions are incredibly valuable to us, and we'd be so grateful to know what you enjoyed about our show. If we missed anything or if you have any suggestions for 80s movies, we'd love to hear them too! If you're feeling extra supportive, you can even become a subscription member through "Buy Me A Coffee". For more details and other fun extensions of our podcast, check out this link. Thank you for your support! https://linktr.ee/80sFlickFlashback

    1 小时 25 分钟
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/80sflickflashback/subscribe The 80s Flick Flashback Podcast is for everyone who either grew up watching movies in the 80's or discovered the joy of these cinematic treasures. On each episode creator and host Tim Williams, along with a guest co-host, discuss an 80's flick by sharing their first-time watch memories, favorite iconic scenes, and even learning some behind the scenes facts and stories along the way.

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  • 创作者
    Timothy Williams
  • 活跃年份
    2020年 - 2024年
  • 单集
    132
  • 分级
    儿童适宜
  • 版权
    © 321711
  • 节目网站
    80s Flick Flashback

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