Join Alex Grace and Dan Clark as they dive into the thrilling world of the 1983 classic, War Games. This week, Alex introduces Dan to this iconic film starring Matthew Broderick and Ally Sheedy, a movie that blends the tension of nuclear threat with unexpected humor and adventure.
Listen in as they explore the film's unique tone, balancing the looming danger of global thermonuclear war with lighthearted and whimsical moments. They discuss the standout performances, particularly John Wood's portrayal of the enigmatic Professor Falken, and how the film cleverly addresses the technophobia of the 1980s. Discover how War Games, with its blend of suspense and charm, remains a compelling watch decades later.
Whether you're a fan of 80s cinema, enjoy a good techno-thriller, or just love a film that keeps you on the edge of your seat, this episode is sure to entertain. And if you've never seen War Games, you might just find yourself eager to experience this cult classic!
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- MAX: https://www.max.com/movies/wargames/0de12893-cb55-4700-a0c3-77330fed617d?utm_source=universal_search
Buy/Rent
- Vudu/Fandango @ Home: https://athome.fandango.com/content/browse/details/WarGames/12857?cmp=OrganicSearch~Vudu~GoogleWatch
- Apple : https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/wargames/umc.cmc.4n8grrnb4vq7tgygwcd1cxzcq
- Google Play : https://play.google.com/store/movies/details?id=bymdsSvLfJY
Links to things we discussed on the show:
War Games (1983) [IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0086567/)
Matthew Broderick [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Broderick)
Ali Sheedy [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ally_Sheedy)
Dabney Coleman [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dabney_Coleman)
NORAD [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NORAD)
John Wood [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Wood_(English_actor))
Ladyhawke (1985) [IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089457/)
The Breakfast Club (1985) [IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088847/)
Double Jeopardy (1999) [IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0150377/)
Twilight (2008) [IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1099212/)
The Hunt for Red October (1990) [IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099810/)
Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986) [IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091042/)
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge [Disney Parks] (https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/au/disneyland/star-wars-galaxys-edge/)
The Haunted Mansion [Disney Parks](https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/au/disneyland/haunted-mansion/)
Return of the King (2003) [IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0167260/)
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