In this episode of Film Lag, Nick introduces Chris to the 1985 cult classic Real Genius, starring Val Kilmer. As Chris experiences this sharp, nerdy comedy for the first time, the duo dives into the film’s standout moments, including:

⚛️ Val Kilmer’s effortlessly cool portrayal of Chris Knight, a genius who balances brilliance with mischief.

⚛️ The ethical dilemmas of scientific discovery, as the young protagonists realize their work is being manipulated for military use.

⚛️The unforgettable popcorn explosion finale, proving that revenge is best served with butter.

Join Nick and Chris as they break down the film's wit, heart, and unexpectedly deep themes. Will Chris walk away a Real Genius fan, or will the lag be too great? Tune in to find out

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In this episode of Film Lag, Nick takes Melissa on a whirlwind journey through the plot of Twisters (2024), the standalone sequel to the 1996 classic Twister. Melissa doesn’t have time to watch the flick, but wants to be equipped for water cooler conversations, so she’s tapped Nick to give his ‘hot take’ and summary of the story of Kate Carter, a retired storm chaser drawn back into the chaos of Tornado Alley. Together, they’ll try to download key moments of the movie into her brain and discuss:

⏺️ Kate's Tragic Past: The devastating EF5 tornado that claimed the lives of Kate's friends and boyfriend, shaping her decision to leave storm chasing behind.

⏺️ The Tornado Wrangler: The rivalry and eventual collaboration between Kate and Tyler Owens, a reckless social media storm chaser, as they face unprecedented tornado outbreaks.

⏺️ Cutting-Edge Technology: The use of phased-array radar and innovative methods - such as middle-school dioramas - to study and combat tornadoes.

Tune as they chat about whether or not this film lives up to the original, if a soundtrack can tank a movie, and whether or not they can ride their fears! 🎙️🌪️

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In this electrifying episode of *Film Lag*, Nick introduces Chris to the cult classic *Highlander* (1986), featuring the legendary Sean Connery. As Chris experiences the film for the very first time, the duo dives deep into its key elements:

• The blessing and the curse of being immortal. What would you do with it? Could you handle such a gift?
• The magic of being a Highlander. Does it resemble a certain other sci-fi franchise?
• The mystery of how immortals fund their lavish lifestyle across the ages. Beanie Babies? Pokemon cards?
• Sean Connery’s memorable turn as Juan Sánchez-Villalobos Ramírez. Who came up with that role and backstory?

• With banter, insights, and nostalgia aplenty, this is one conversation you won’t want to miss. Tune in to find out if Chris thinks “there can be only one!” and Nick can resist rocking out to the all-Queen soundtrack! ⚔️

Nick introduces Melissa to the 80s sci-fi adventure Explorers, starring young Ethan Hawke & River Phoenix. Tune in as they discuss:

• 1️⃣ The magical wonder of building a spaceship in your backyard 🛠️✨

• 2️⃣ The nostalgic charm of 80s kid adventures 🎒🌌

• 3️⃣ That quirky alien encounter—what was that about?! 👽😂

  
  

• Relive 80s childhood magic with us in this out of this world experience!

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In this action-packed episode of Film Lag, Nick introduces invading guest Chris to the explosive world of Invasion U.S.A., starring Chuck Norris. Join them as they delve into the high-octane and adrenaline-fueled adventure that is this 80s classic.

They'll discuss:

- Chuck Norris's iconic performance an uzi-toting, lone hero with quick kicks and quips.

- The intense and gripping plot, featuring the invasion of the U.S. by a ruthless enemy force.

- Whether or not Melissa - who is missing in action this episode - was taken hostage by an invading force.

Listen in as Nick and Chris quip, ponder, and nerd out over Chuck Norris and this classic action film! 🎙️💥

Want to save America? Tune in now!

In this episode of Film Lag, Nick introduces Melissa to the heartwarming and hilarious world of "Cool Runnings," starring John Candy. Join them as they slide into the inspiring true* story of the Jamaican bobsled team's journey to the Winter Olympics, where they’ll discuss:

• The unlikely formation of the team and how their relationships make the film shine

• John Candy's touching last performance as rough-and-tumble coach Irv Blitzer, and how he measures up against other great cinematic coaches

• *How much truth is in this “true” story and the movie that might have been

• Ready to relive the "Cool Runnings" magic or experience it for the first time? Listen in now and go for the gold! 🎙️🏅

It just isn’t Christmas without Die Hard. In this action-packed episode of Film Lag, Nick and Melissa jump back into the world of John McClane with Live Free or Die Hard. As a die hard fan of the first Die Hard film, Melissa shares her thoughts on McClane’s jump into the digital age and how this sequel stacks up against its predecessors. Tune in to hear Melissa’s verdict and Nick’s take on this bold step for the series!

Well... It's been awhile since our last episode... and that's because sometimes we need our space... And boy-howdy do we get some in 1999's October Sky!

Join us as we welcome special guest Allen, who remembers when Sputnik was launched, and let Melissa take the reigns of the show, as this flick is a favorite of hers that Nick hasn't seen.

Will Jake Gyllenhaal's portrayal of Homer Hickam, the small-town boy with big-time dreams of rocketry and the space race, hold up? Will Nick be able to resist puns about Sputnik? Can Melissa wrangle the ramblings of Nick and Allen as they wax Americana philosophy?

Tune in and blast off into a conversation that's out of this world! 🚀