A Fish Called Wanda (1988)
Shat the Movies: 80's & 90's Best Film Review
Join us on this week’s "Shat the Movies" as we dive into the 1988 comedy classic, A Fish Called Wanda! We’ll revisit the film’s hilarious heist and standout performances, promising a fun and entertaining look back at this comedy gem. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the movie, we’ve got plenty of laughs and insights to share. Tune in for a splashy good time and see why A Fish Called Wanda still makes waves today! Plot Summary:In the 1988 comedy A Fish Called Wanda, directed by Charles Crichton, an ensemble cast led by John Cleese, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Kline, and Michael Palin...
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SLC Punk! (1998)
Shat the Movies: 80's & 90's Best Film Review
In this episode of 'Shat the Movies,' we're cranking up the volume and diving into the punk rock chaos of "SLC Punk!" from 1998. Join us as we explore the anarchic adventures of Stevo and Heroin Bob through the conservative streets of Salt Lake City. We'll laugh at the outrageous antics, critique the edgy fashion, and debate whether the film's bold statements about rebellion and conformity still resonate today. It's a raucous trip back to the '90s punk scene you won't want to miss! Plot Summary: In the 1998 cult classic SLC Punk!, directed by James Merendino, Matthew Lillard stars as Steven...
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Face/Off (1997)
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Shat The Movies' Nicolas Cage block continues with a commission for listener Frank F. And if you thought "Con Air" was wild, we dare you to watch "Face/Off." John Woo's stateside directorial debut had Dick and Gene talking about acceptable Dude Wipe usage, the proper order for face-swapping surgery, gratuitous police deaths, and how two women and one man can make a sex sandwich. Plot Summary: "Face/Off" In the 1997 action-thriller Face/Off, directed by John Woo, John Travolta stars as Sean Archer, an FBI agent obsessed with capturing Castor Troy, a notorious terrorist played by Nicolas...
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Con Air (1997)
Shat the Movies: 80's & 90's Best Film Review
If Michael Bay movies are orange juice, "Con Air" is orange-juice concentrate—loaded with stars, explosions and plot holes. What else would you expect from Shat The Movies commissioner extraordinaire Frank F? Simon West's directorial debut had the Shat Crew scratching their heads. The geography makes no sense. The crime makes no sense. The courts make no sense. Even prison had Dick and Gene confounded. But there was no mystery to the entertainment factor of this summer blockbuster. Cartoon bad guys, over-the-top action sequences, and some of 1997's hottest actors make "Con Air" a standout...
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The Little Mermaid (1989)
Shat the Movies: 80's & 90's Best Film Review
“The Little Mermaid” sparked the Disney Renaissance of the ’90s, burning unforgettable songs like “Under The Sea” and “Part of Your World” into the memories of Gen X and Millennials alike. Since then, Pixar and other studios have pushed animated features to levels we never thought possible. Digital framerates, lighting, sound and design are near perfection, making Disney’s 1989 release feel a little dated. But old isn’t necessarily bad. So listener Jackson M. posed this question to Shat The Movies: Does a 35-year-old “The Little Mermaid” still hold up? And it was a tough...
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Cloak & Dagger (1984)
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For years, Dick Ebert has been crowing about "Cloak & Dagger" — the video game angle, the spycraft, the majesty of the San Antonio River Walk. Now it's time to see if this 1984 version of a children's movie still holds up. Starring the late Dabney Coleman, "Cloak & Dagger" transports us to a world where boys kill grown men, berets stop bullets and little girls can carry bombs through airport security. If all this sounds fun, it is. But there's a sadder side to "Cloak & Dagger." It's a film that made the Shat Crew realize Henry Thomas was doomed to always play a child from a...
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Less Than Zero (1987)
Shat the Movies: 80's & 90's Best Film Review
In this episode of Shat the Movies, we tackle Less Than Zero (1987), where college freshman Clay (Andrew McCarthy) comes back to LA to find his ex, Blair (Jami Gertz), and his childhood buddy, Julian (Robert Downey Jr.), deep into cocaine addiction With Julian owing money to the ruthless dealer Rip (James Spader), Clay's mission to help them clean up reveals the wild side of '80s excess. Join us as we dig into the intense story, killer performances, and the movie's spot in the Brat Pack era, all set to an unforgettable soundtrack. Plot Summary: In the 1987 drama Less Than Zero, directed...
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Suburban Commando (1991)
Shat the Movies: 80's & 90's Best Film Review
Before Hulk Hogan was tearing up shirts at the Republican National Convention, he was a movie star battling galactic threats alongside Christopher Lloyd. That's why Shat The Movies die-hard Tom (formerly of Crane, Texas) asked us to review "Suburban Commando." And when the time came to crowdfund Tom's commission, Carlos The Mailman led the charge to make it happen. Fast forward a few years, and it's finally here: Gene and Dick are diving into a movie originally written for Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito, loaded with mime jokes and featuring a young Elizabeth Moss and Undertaker. We...
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Wildcats (1986)
Shat the Movies: 80's & 90's Best Film Review
If you thought “woman football coach in 1986” was the daring part of “Wildcats,” think again. This Goldie Hawn classic was raunchy, sneaky and full of representation. “Wildcats” got Big D to open up about being a soft child. It gave Gene a chance to talk about his illustrious football career. And it provided a cautionary tale about grownups partying with teens. In this episode, Dick writes a fanfic mashup of “Wildcats” and “Adventures in Babysitting” while Gene learns how to make children listen. Wholesome! Molly McGrath (Goldie Hawn) is following her dreams when she quits...
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Revenge of the Ninja (1983)
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After his family is killed in Japan by ninjas, Cho and his son Kane come to America to start a new life. He opens a doll shop but is unwittingly importing heroin into the dolls. When he finds out that his friend has betrayed him, Cho must prepare for the ultimate battle he has ever been involved in. Watch Live Video Recording: Android: Apple: All: CONTACT Email: Website: Leave a Voicemail: Web: Leave a Voicemail: Call: SUPPORT THE PODCAST Donate or Commission: Shop Merchandise: Theme Song - Die Hard by Guyz Nite:
info_outlineIn this episode of 'Shat the Movies,' we're cranking up the volume and diving into the punk rock chaos of "SLC Punk!" from 1998. Join us as we explore the anarchic adventures of Stevo and Heroin Bob through the conservative streets of Salt Lake City. We'll laugh at the outrageous antics, critique the edgy fashion, and debate whether the film's bold statements about rebellion and conformity still resonate today. It's a raucous trip back to the '90s punk scene you won't want to miss!
Plot Summary:
In the 1998 cult classic SLC Punk!, directed by James Merendino, Matthew Lillard stars as Steven "Stevo" Levy, a rebellious young punk living in the conservative heart of Salt Lake City, Utah, during the 1980s. Stevo, along with his best friend Bob (Michael A. Goorjian), navigates the underground punk scene, pushing back against the expectations of their parents, society, and the straight-laced Mormon culture that surrounds them.
The film follows Stevo and Bob as they embrace the chaos of their lifestyle, engaging in anti-establishment antics, getting into fights, and throwing themselves into a world of drugs, music, and countercultural rebellion. While Stevo’s lawyer father (Christopher McDonald) pressures him to follow a more conventional path by attending Harvard Law School, Stevo remains committed to living out his anarchist philosophy, rejecting what he sees as the hypocrisy and conformity of mainstream society.
As Stevo recounts his journey through a series of vignettes, the film captures the highs and lows of a punk's life in a city that's far from a punk haven. His relationships with his girlfriend, Sandy (Jennifer Lien), and the other eccentric characters in the scene, like the junkie Heroin Bob (despite his name, ironically against drug use), add depth and humor to the story.
However, as the reality of their choices begins to take its toll, Stevo is forced to confront the contradictions in his life and the true cost of his rebellion. The film explores the conflict between idealism and growing up, questioning whether it's possible to hold onto one's beliefs in a world that demands compromise.
Join our podcast review of SLC Punk! as we dive into the raw energy, biting humor, and cultural critique of this unique 90s indie film, and explore if its message still resonates today,
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