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A Blockbuster Year: 1985

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1985
Back To the Future
Hollywood
To Live and Die In LA
Goonies
Pee-Wee's Big Adventure
Science Fiction
Clue
Rambo: First Blood Part II
Enemy Mine
Re-Animator
National Lampoon's European Vacation
Explorers
Teen Wolf
Tim Curry
Madeline Kahn
Cinematic Tropes
Sci-Fi
Film Production
Return To Oz

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

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Episode: Episode 19 - "Santa Claus: The Movie" with Dave Knight - A Blockbuster Year: 1985
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Brandon Mindel
Co-host of A Blockbuster Year 1985; noted for deep dives into production, locations, and 80s cinema nostalgia
J Ryan
Co-host of A Blockbuster Year 1985; brings conversational energy and historical context to film discussions

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3.0 out of 5 stars from 3 ratings
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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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