Outside the Cinema

In this episode of Outside the Cinema, Bill and Chris review the movies Blue Thunder and Lisa and the Devil. They discuss the weather and the start of baseball season. They also talk about the director John Badham and his filmography. The conversation touches on the low-key racism and sexism in Blue Thunder. The plot of the movie is summarized, and the technology used in the film, including the microphones. They also discuss the plot, the real stunts and action sequences, and the memorable 80s score.  In Lisa and the Devil, they talk about the confusing plot and the dream-like atmosphere. They highlight the failures of the screenplay in creating a cohesive and interesting story. The hosts discuss the visual style of Mario Bava and the lack of story in 'Lisa and the Devil'. 

Takeaways

• The director John Badham has directed several notable films, including Saturday Night Fever and War Games.
• Blue Thunder is a prototypical eighties action movie, with a focus on technology and a cool helicopter.
• The movie features low-key racism and sexism, which was common in films of that era.
• The microphones used in the film are not realistic, but they serve the purpose of the story.
• Blue Thunder is an entertaining film that showcases the talent of the director and the actors.

In this episode, Bill and Doctor Professor Bricklemyer discuss their week and Doctor Professor Bricklemyer's project of modifying his proton pack. They also thank their Patreon members for their support. The main topic of discussion is the movie 'Would You Rather', a 2012 film about a deadly game where participants must make difficult choices. In the movie 'Would You Rather,' a group of people are invited to a dinner party where they are forced to participate in a deadly game. The guests must choose between performing horrific tasks or facing dire consequences. As the game progresses, tensions rise and the true nature of the host is revealed. In the end, the surviving guest is left with a cruel twist of fate. The conversation discusses the racist and misogynistic themes in the film, as well as the unique and cheesy sci-fi outfits. The lack of safety precautions and the time travel element are also highlighted. The set building and lack of labels and writing are criticized, but the film is ultimately described as innocent and harmless. The positive aspects of the film, such as the sincerity of the actors, are acknowledged. The second half of the film is deemed boring, and the abrupt ending is mentioned.

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