30something Movie Podcast

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This week, we’re headed to Empire Records and they're open 'til midnight. We’ll be celebrating its cult classic status and ultimate 90s vibes, but also taking a closer look at its chaotic charm and depiction of youth rebellion. Is it a quirky anthem of teen freedom, or just a beautiful mess of a movie? Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro...

This week, we're taking on Dangerous Minds. We'll be examining its powerful message and 90s nostalgia, but also questioning its depiction of students and whether it perpetuates harmful stereotypes. Does it inspire, or does it miss the mark? Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connec...

Great Scott! Ten years?! To celebrate a decade of podcasting, we're firing up the DeLorean and revisiting the timeless classic, Back to the Future! Join us as we explore the 80s magic, the 50s nostalgia, and the time-traveling mayhem. Check your flux capacitors and then listen in! Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Wan...

As if... you won't want to miss this one! Join us as we dive into Amy Heckerling’s Clueless, navigating high school hierarchies, makeover montages, and the eternal debate over whether it’s better to be a Betty or a Baldwin. Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directl...

We're hitting the food court! Join us as we dive into Kevin Smith's Mallrats, exploring teen angst, comic book obsession, and the existential dread of the back of a Volkswagen. Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon . For addit...

Join us as we revisit a classic from our archives for our anniversary episode: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial! This time, we're joined by special guest Padraig, one of our Patreon Co-Executive Producers, for his very first viewing of this iconic movie. Did E.T. still hold up after all these years? Does Padraig become a believer? Tune in to find out as we celebrate a decade of podcasting with a trip ba...

Remember when a pig could change the world? We do! Dust off your memories and join us for a nostalgic trip back to the farm with "Babe." Prepare for a heartwarming journey that'll leave you saying, "That'll do!" Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by support...

Step into Whipstaff Manor with us as we revisit Casper (1995), the ghostly ‘90s classic that made us all wonder—was Casper just friendly, or was he seriously crushing on Christina Ricci? Tune in… if you dare (but, like, in a totally PG way). Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and conne...

Paint with all the colors of nostalgia as we journey back to 1995 and revisit Pocahontas! From its stunning animation to its unforgettable soundtrack, we’re diving deep into the Disney classic that aimed to tell a historical tale with heart. But with its romanticized history and creative liberties, does it still hold up today—or is it a problematic piece of the Disney legacy? Did you enjoy the epi...

To infinity and beyond! We’re taking a nostalgic trip back to 1995 to revisit the movie that changed animation forever—Toy Story! Join us as we dive into the world of Woody, Buzz, and the gang, and discuss why this Pixar classic still holds up today. Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content...

Do you hear the people sing? They're singing about how amazing Les Miserables is! Join us as we take to the barricades and discuss how much we love this musical. Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with us by supporting our show on Patreon . For additional episodes...

In this episode, we don our tinfoil hats and dive into the Nixon tapes and all of the accompanying intrigue from one of the most controversial presidents in American history. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eFxWLPRuoo   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engag...

In the first of our 10th anniversary re-watches, we open up the Grail Diary and head out with Indy, Henry, and the rest of the gang as they try to find the Cup of Christ before the Nazis do. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sagmdpkWUqc   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus c...

In this episode, we’re reviewing Rob Roy, where the rich rob from the poor and Rob has to track down the culprit. If they would just return the money, that would be the end of it. He will find them. And he will kill them. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p76fH8_a32Y   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions...

In this episode, we’re reviewing Braveheart, the epic tale of William Wallace’s fight for Scottish independence. The film’s iconic battle scenes and stirring speeches have made it both legendary and controversial. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NJO0jxBtMo   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive e...

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3ZtOS4MCkk   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with us by supporting our show on Patreon . For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com , and if you love what you hear, leave us a gl...

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bqpr_auZ9D8 Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with us by supporting our show on Patreon . For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com , and if you love what you hear, leave us a glow...

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-GVv-Scc_I   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with us by supporting our show on Patreon . For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com , and if you love what you hear, leave us a gl...

We’re diving into Léon: The Professional, the cult classic that blends action, drama, and an unlikely bond between a hitman and a young girl. Join us as we unpack Jean Reno's iconic performance, the unforgettable presence of Natalie Portman in her breakout role, and the dark, provocative elements that make Luc Besson's film unique and unforgettable. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch...

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNfsJuv0bJU   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with us by supporting our show on Patreon . For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com , and if you love what you hear, leave us a gl...

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZAfzdzZqRA   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with us by supporting our show on Patreon . For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com , and if you love what you hear, leave us a gl...

The Paper (1994) is a fast-paced newsroom drama that follows Henry Hackett, a harried city editor at a New York newspaper, as he navigates a whirlwind 24-hour period filled with breaking stories, personal crises, and the relentless pressure of the media world. As he grapples with ethical dilemmas and his own ambitions, Hackett must decide between his career and his family in a high-stakes battle f...

Take your seat, crack open your books, and join us for a lesson on the 1994 Danny Devito vehicle, Renaissance Man. Devito plays Bill Rago, a recently fired ad man-turned-teacher trying to turn a bunch of misfit boot camp students into Shakespearean scholars. We're also joined by special guest and Patreon Co-Executive Producer, Addie! Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HU7DpT-s2VA  ...

Ever feel like you’re not even supposed to be here today? Join us as we revisit Clerks (1994), Kevin Smith’s DIY love letter to the slackers, stoners, and talkers among us. We dive into the snappy, absurdist dialogue that made Smith a cult icon, the unlikely charm of the Quick Stop’s cast of characters, and why Dante and Randal’s aimless debates on life, love, and the Star Wars universe still reso...