Hello Friends of the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! We are taking a short break between seasons during February and March. In the meantime please enjoy these REBROADCAST episodes, some favorites of ours, to tide you over until we return on Wednesday April 9th with new episodes!

Get ready to saddle up for some wildly excellent 80s action with The Most Excellent 80s Movies podcast's tubular recap of Lethal Weapon!

Our radical hosts Krissy, Nathan, and special guest Andy Andy Nelson gnaw their way through this primo slice of buddy-cop nostalgia. It's 1987 and extreme odd couple, detectives Riggs and Murtaugh, are trading quips and bullets on the streets of LA.

The hosts serve up a bodacious summary of this classic flick starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover as the mismatched cop duo.

Majorly Important Points:

• They dish on how this flick totally created the formula for buddy cop flicks with its wacky partners. We dig it!
• Some stuff like Riggs' grief and the villains are now kinda bogus and don't hold up. Bummer!
• The action scenes are styling and they can roll with the occasional plot holes. Sweet!
• They analyze whether the wild Western-style ending fights really move the story. Hmmm.

Other Triumphant Topics:

• This movie screams the 1980s with its cliches, tropes, and references. Classic!
• The action is almost as extreme as director Michael Bay's future flicks. Ka-boom!
• Some bits about women and doctors are now super cringe. Not cool!
• Is this really a holiday classic or just set at Christmas? We're not sure, dudes.
• They rate this radical movie between 6 and 8 "buns" out of 10.

In conclusion, this most excellent 80s flick is a pioneer of buddy cop films despite some heinous elements that don't age well.

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Hello Friends of the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! We are taking a short break between seasons during February and March. In the meantime please enjoy these REBROADCAST episodes, some favorites of ours, to tide you over until we return on Wednesday April 9th with new episodes!

Join hosts Krissy Lenz, Nathan Blackwell and special guest Nate McWhortor (Gank that Drank: A Supernatural Drinking Game Podcast) as they journey down the rabbit hole of 1988's groundbreaking live-action/animated smash hit Who Framed Roger Rabbit. In this fun and insightful episode, we look at:

• The stunning visual effects that seamlessly blended live action and animation like never before, paving the way for modern CGI
• How Robert Zemeckis brought together Disney and Warner Bros. characters on screen for the first time, an almost unthinkable crossover at the time
• Jessica Rabbit as a male fantasy icon but also a surprisingly nuanced female character who defies expectations
• The core theme of laughter as a unifying force contrasted with the humorless villains
• The not-so-subtle satire of Los Angeles development and transportation
• How well the film holds up today as an introduction to noir for kids and families

Krissy, Nate, and Nathan also share their personal memories of seeing Who Framed Roger Rabbit for the first time, get into the deeper themes, and analyze what still works and what doesn't all these years later. It's a spirited back-and-forth between two movie lovers taking a fond look back at a comedy classic.

Other topics discussed:

• The rapid-fire opening cartoon sequence introducing Roger Rabbit
• The groundbreaking interaction of cartoons and humans at the Ink & Paint Club
• The horrifying introduction of Christopher Lloyd's Judge Doom and his deadly "Dip"
• The scene-stealing performance of Bob Hoskins as Eddie Valiant
• The chase scenes and vintage Los Angeles settings
• The mystery plot and film noir tropes
• How the plot wraps up rather quickly in the end
• Comparing Who Framed Roger Rabbit to Cool World and Space Jam

So put on your best Eddie Valiant fedora and give a listen to Krissy, Nate and Nathan pay tribute to this outrageous live action/animated mashup that brought new levels of visual wizardry to the big screen. It's a spirited and enlightening dive into a comedy classic that still delights today.

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Hello Friends of the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! We are taking a short break between seasons during February and March. In the meantime please enjoy these REBROADCAST episodes, some favorites of ours, to tide you over until we return on Wednesday April 9th with new episodes!

In this uproarious episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell team up with special guest Jared Washburn to revisit the 1989 cult classic "UHF," starring the incomparable Weird Al Yankovic. Prepare for a nostalgic journey filled with laughter as they delve into this delightfully bizarre comedy that has become a cherished gem, particularly among those who grew up in the 80s and 90s.

Throughout the episode, the trio shares their personal connections and admiration for "UHF," highlighting its status as a cult favorite. They praise Weird Al’s commitment to his uproarious parodies and characters, particularly his unforgettable portrayals of Indiana Jones and Rambo, which are considered major highlights of the film. The discussion also covers the unique, episodic structure of "UHF," which features an array of commercial parodies and vignettes that contribute to its charm, despite straying from a traditional narrative.

Michael Richards' portrayal of Stanley Spadowski, the janitor turned children’s show host, is acknowledged as particularly memorable, with his natural charm and goofiness bringing a special light to the film. The episode doesn’t shy away from exploring other significant aspects, including the influence of Weird Al’s music on the film’s tone, the challenges of objectively rating a nostalgic favorite, and recommendations for similar comedies like "Wayne's World" and "Empire Records."

The hosts also discuss the film's timeless appeal compared to other parody films of its era, the impact of "UHF" on Weird Al’s career, and its surprising initial box office failure. Whether you’re revisiting "UHF" or discovering it for the first time, this episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast promises a celebration of the unique humor and enduring legacy of Weird Al Yankovic and the creative minds behind "UHF." Join Krissy, Nathan, and Jared for an episode that’s sure to evoke both laughter and a deep appreciation for this iconic film.

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