
A new podcast series and weekly LIVE show asking "Was 1985 the best year for movies?" Back to the Future, Pee-Wee's Big Adventure, The Goonies, The Breakfast Club and so many more... Join hosts and historians Brandon Mindel @bcdelorean & J Ryan @latenightplayset as they watch and discuss the production, release and lasting effects these films have had on our culture. Plus YOU in the LIVE chat. Tha... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 41 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmFilm History | |||

Brandon and J spent the weekend in Astoria, Oregon for the Short Circuit 40th Anniversary along with many friendsJ was moderating guest panels and Brandon was visiting filming locations and antique malls, classic J Ryan and Brandon...No specific movi... more
Join Brandon, J Ryan and special guest Danny Botkin (Time Machine Builder) as they talk about the sequel to a Robert Zemeckis film, "Romancing The Stone" The 1984 stepping STONE to the #1 box office film of 1985... "Back To The Future"Yes, we are tal... more
Brandon and J Ryan are lighting the fire with special guest @SCOTTONTAPE to talk the film that gave the world the "Brat Pack" moniker, St. Elmo's Fire We are 39 episodes and 4 months post Podcast University grads and some of us are thriving and som... more
Join Brandon, J Ryan and special guest Russell Treloar (@russell.trelaor) as they discuss Indiana Jones... I mean, Indiana Clones... or rather a film that is clearly inspired by the success of Indiana Jones. This week we are talking about Legendary C... more
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The information that these gentlemen bring up is fascinating. They do a complete deep dive into production value which is totally great to listen to, however, the personalities are unlikable. The person with the beard has no likable traits because he’s ignorantly picking a past 80’s movies with his overly PC brain (and wasn’t even born in the 80’s). It became unlistenable and unwatchable at times. I think this podcast would be better if it was led by the person behind the desk. 80’s movies were ... more
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A retrospective show about 1985 cinema that pairs hosts with a rotating roster of guests to unpack production details, locations, design, and cultural impact. Episodes blend nostalgia with deep dives into specific titles, often highlighting film locations, poster art, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, while spotlighting personal connections to the era. The format leans into enthusiastic storytelling and expert insights from guests ranging from film historians to collectors, creating a lively, community-driven discussion that resonates with longtime fans of 1980s cinema. A notable strength is mixing scholarly commentary with approachable nostalgia, making it easy for new listeners to jump in while rewarding dedicated fans with fresh perspecti... more
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