
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 | 43 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmFilm History | |||

Its been just over 40 episodes and Brand and J Ryan just wanted to touch base and do a "State of the Show" episode. They will be going over the top films so far, and the stinkers...Back to regular movie coverage next week!ABY: 1985 LIVE every Wednesd... more
In 1984 Godzilla returned to Japan after almost 10 years and in 1985 Godzilla returned again in America with 30 minutes less footage, Steve Martin and an apparent sponsorship from Dr. PepperJoin Brandon, J Ryan and our Kaiju/ Godzilla experts Jacob W... more
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
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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 Blockbuster Year: 1985 is a film-history focused show that retrospects iconic 1985 releases through hosted roundtables, deep production trivia, and cultural context. Episodes routinely explore production histories, marketing tie-ins, location storytelling, and the era's fan culture, often linking films to broader 80s nostalgia and merchandising trends. The format combines expert insight with lively banter and live audience interaction, making it well-suited for listeners who love behind-the-scenes details, era-wide comparisons, and conversations that connect cinema to real-world fandom experiences. A standout trait is the show's commitment to tracing how 1985 titles influenced later franchises, collectibles, and fan communities, from loca... more
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