30something Movie Podcast

No, it's not an ad for Mountain Dew... it's the JAG courtroom drama where Maverick upstages G.I. Jane and gets Col. Jessup to scream at him. You might join us as we weep for Santiago. Tom Cruise, Demi Moore, Jack Nicholson star in A Few Good Men. Trailer:

The Clash and Gary Cooper both have the same question on their mind: "Should I stay or should I go?" Enjoy this preview of our special episode on the 1952 classic High Noon, available in full to our Patreon "Co-Executive Producers!" patreon.com/30podcast Trailer:

An ex-Navy Seal turned cook is the only person who can stop a group of terrorists when they seize control of a U.S. battleship. Steven Seagal, Gary Busey, and Tommy Lee Jones star in Under Siege. We also review the (INfamous?) action movie trailer we created 10 years ago as a bunch of teachers with too much time on our hands. It’s confusing without the visuals, so the audio is edited out of this episode. You can see the full video here:  The Band Director (2012 Trailer) Trailer:  

Former CIA agent Jack Ryan foils an IRA terrorist attack in London, killing one of the terrorists in the process. That happens to have been the brother of another terrorist, Sean Miller. He vows to get his revenge on Ryan and tries to kill his wife and daughter. In order to save his family, Ryan will rejoin the CIA and track down the terrorists before they can strike again. Harrison Ford, Anne Archer, Sean Bean, and James Earl Jones star in Patriot Games. Trailer:

It's likely the worst Oscar night ever for a singer-turned-actor. (If you're reading this too far out from March 2022, the reference might be lost on you!) Frank is an ex-Secret Service agent hired to keep Rachel safe, but she seems to be more interested in sabotaging all of his attempts. In the meantime, she was him to do more than just *guard* her body, if you know what I mean. Kevin Kostner and Whitney Houston star in The Bodyguard. Trailer:

Frank is a retired Lt. Col. in the US army who is blind and a little rough around the edges. Charlie is a student at a prestigious prep school and needs a job in order to afford the trip home for Christmas, so he signs on to watch Frank while his family travels for the holiday. Frank and Charlie end up spending a very memorable and unexpected Thanksgiving together in New York City that will change both of them forever. Al Pacino and Chris O'Donnell star in Scent of A Woman. Trailer:

This sweeping historical epic romance follows Hawkeye (not the Avenger) as he tries to protect the Munro sisters from the French army and rival native tribes. In the meantime, he and Cora Munro begin to fall in love with each other. Daniel Day-Lewis, Madeleine Stowe, Wes Studi, and Russell Means star in The Last of the Mohicans. Trailer:

Murder... intrigue... deception... Clark Kent and Alfred Pennyworth. Or more accurately, it's Christopher Reeve and Michael Caine in the murder mystery comedy, Deathtrap! Trailer:

That in-famous first episode is finally getting its due now that we've hit 400 episodes! We go back to the very beginning and tackle Ghostbusters, Gremlins, and A Nightmare on Elm Street. We're also joined by a member of the Windy City Ghostbusters! Trailers: Ghostbusters Gremlins A Nightmare on Elm Street

Joseph and Shannon are both running away from their past. Joseph because he attempted to kill his landlord and Shannon because she feels like she doesn't have the freedom to be the progressive woman she's destined to be. So they run off to America together... at first as reluctant partners, but over time they become something more. Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman star in Far and Away. Trailer:

Former LA cop, John Berlin, is not doing well after the end of his marriage. Now he's in a smaller town and is diving right into a new case that may involve a serial killer targeting blind women. It complicates things when John falls in love with their prime witness. Andy Garcia, Lance Henriksen, and Uma Thurman star in Jennifer 8.

Delores accidentally saw her mobster boyfriend execute one of his men for talking with the cops. She knows that snitches get stitches, so the authorities decide to hide her out in a convent... because sisters only get blisters...?  Whoopi Goldberg, Maggie Smith, and Harvey Keitel star in Sister Act. Trailer:

The gang gets together to honor our favorite actresses, directors, composers, etc. in film. This is a preview of our Patreon Exclusive episode. To hear the full episode, join us as a co-executive producer of the podcast over at www.30podcast.com/donate. 

Allison is looking for a new roommate after breaking up with her boyfriend when she finds out he cheated on her. After running through the application process she meets Hedra (Hedy) and the two women start to become good friends. Maybe a little TOO good, because Hedy doesn't want to be friends with Allison. She was to BE Allison. Bridget Fonda and Jennifer Jason Leigh star in Single White Female. Trailer:

Catherine Tramell is a beautiful crime novelist who probably killed a bunch of men. She's being *ahem* "investigated" by homicide detective Nick Curran, who has way too many issues to be a good cop. It's an homage to Hitchcock from the guy who directed RoboCop, with a dash of murder and a generous helping of "aggressive snuggling." Michael Douglas and Sharon Stone star in Basic Instinct. Trailer:

While the men are away at war, the women of America get a chance to shine as they take the field to keep the national pastime alive. Just don't forget to lay off the high ones. Tom Hanks, Geena Davis, Madonna, and Rosie O'Donnell star in A League of Their Own. Trailer:

Wesley Snipes is John Cutter, a security expert who has just taken a new job as the head of counter-terrorism for a major airline. It's barely the first day on the job when Charles Rane — who is definitely not insane and hijacking a plane — kills his FBI handlers and hijacks the plane. Can Cutter roundhouse kick his way out of this one? Wesley Snipes, Bruce Payne, Elizabeth Hurley, and Alex Datcher star in Passenger 57. Trailer:

Scout is growing up in Maycomb, Alabama, during the Great Depression. Over the next couple of years, she will experience one of the most dramatic and formative times of her life as she observes her father defending a black man accused of rape. In the film version, Gregory Peck is a master at bringing the character of Atticus Finch to life and showcasing the struggle to defend a man the whole town would rather see dead. Gregory Peck, Mary Badham, and Brock Peters star in To Kill A Mockingbird. This is a preview of our Patreon Exclusive episode. To hear the full episode when it drops later this month, join us as a co-executive producer of the podcast over at www.30podcast.com/donate. 

Vinny has driven down with his girlfriend to help defend his cousin who was wrongfully arrested for the murder of a convenience store clerk. If he can con the court long enough, he might just get them acquitted. So what if he's never tried a case before! Joe Pesci, Marisa Tomei, Ralph Macchio, and Fred Gwynne star in My Cousin Vinny. Trailer:

This biopic details the rise — and mysterious disappearance — of the famous Teamster boss, Jimmy Hoffa. With the help of his right-hand man, Bobby Ciaro, he elevated the Teamsters Union to one of the most powerful and prominent organizations in the United States. Then in 1975, Hoffa mysteriously disappeared. Was it the government? The mafia? Faked his own death? How many licks *does* it take to get to the Tootsie Roll center of a Tootsie Pop? Jack Nicholson, Danny DeVito, and Armand Assante star in Hoffa. Trailer: