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Mary Versus the Movies

Mary Jones
Hard Bodies
The Fisher King
Arthurian Legend
The Great Outdoors
Chariots Of Fire
Witness
Merlin: the Dragon's Call
The Bad News Bears
1924 Olympics
Olympics
John Candy
British Societal Norms
Vangelis
Heavy Metal
Grail Story
Dan Aykroyd
William Blake
Wah Wah
Caligula
Neverwhere

Sure, the 1980s were a great decade for film. But have you seen all of them? No, neither has Mary. In fact, some pretty big films passed her by, what with being in kindergarten at the time: A Nightmare on Elm Street, Moonstruck, My Neighbor Totoro... So it's time to fix that. Artwork, opening and closing themes by Dennis Lingg Produced and edited by Mary Jones

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Mary's Mother
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Mary's Mom
Mary's mother who discusses her experiences and insights related to the film and era.
Episode: Episode 212 - The Last Waltz (1978)
Anne Jones
Mary's sister, who shares a personal story related to the film Taps.
Episode: Episode 210 - Taps (1981)
Zach Woliner
Muppet enthusiast and returning guest
Episode: Episode 179 - The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984)
Michael Kupperman
Illustrator and writer known for works like Snake and Bacon
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Alana Phelan
Author and workshop facilitator
Episode: Episode 161 - Nick Knight (1989)
Sarah Sahim
Special guest who brings the film Wah Wah for discussion
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Hosts

Mary Jones
Primary host with deep knowledge of classic Hollywood and 80s cinema; often anchors episodes with film history context and engaging banter.
Dennis Lingg
Co-host known for insightful, humorous commentary and a cinema-savvy perspective grounded in 70s/80s media culture.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Gen X catnip

    Love to virtually hang with Mary and Dennis! Sweet, relatable couple giving funny and very thoughtful readings of a formative time in films.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt in Halifax
    Canada5 months ago
  • Over the Edge Episode was great!

    I just stumbled upon this episode as I was looking for podcast discussing Over the Edge, and I found yours one of the best and spot on analysis of the film that I had listened to or read. I’m glad you enjoyed it. That film laughed an indelible mark on my psyche at a young age and it’s still stands up to the test of time. You really were able to pick up on the themes of suburban development, capitalism, and 70’s neglect of the the youth. Looking forward to listening to your other episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sagedrum
    United Statesa year ago
  • I’ve enjoyed this podcast for years!

    Keep up the good work. 💙

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Briarfae
    United Statesa year ago
  • The only Gen X movie podcast you need!

    Mary & Dennis strike an impressive and always entertaining balance of fun joking around and truly engaging film insight with Mary’s knowledge of old classic Hollywood and Dennis’ childhood of cable movie staples of the 70s & 80s informing each episode, and plenty of overall Gen-X snark and humor throughout.

    BONUS: Best podcast theme song in the biz!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clickclickclickclick
    United States2 years ago
  • My new favorite podcast of 2023

    Fun jaunt down memory lane of some meh to great movies with 2 hosts that have a great rapport. 5 out of 5!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rasputins rib
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Consistently insightful with great nostalgia lens for older movies.
Shows depth and warmth; feels like catching up with friends who love film.
Breezy yet thoughtful critique—great for fans of classic cinema.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 213 - Who's That Girl (1987)
Q: Do you think there's a love triangle in this?
Yes, you could call it that.
Episode 213 - Who's That Girl (1987)
Q: Do you think there's a dog in this?
Sure. Yes. Why not?
Episode 212 - The Last Waltz (repost)
Q: How do you feel about Dylan in this?
Dylan is a mythic figure, someone who transcends the ordinary and represents a complex legacy in music.
Episode 212 - The Last Waltz (repost)
Q: What got you into punk? Was it just the radio? Was it any person?
It was the radio, as I grew up in rural Pennsylvania without much exposure to music culture.
Episode 185 - Newsies (1992)
Q: So what do you know about the historical events?
I don't know a lot, but I know they went on strike for better pay and conditions.

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This show provides warm, film-nerd conversations between two hosts with a shared love for 1980s and earlier cinema. Episodes tend to dissect beloved (and cult) films with thoughtful analysis, playful banter, and personal memories that color interpretations of storytelling, performance, and cultural impact. A standout trait is the balance between accessibility and depth: casual fans feel welcome, while cinephiles get nuanced takes on directing choices, era context, and nostalgia. The format often blends humor with thoughtful critique, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy revisiting nostalgia through a curiously analytic lens.

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