Dudes on Movies

200 - Being There

Dudes On Demand 2024 ventures forth with 1979's Being There! This satire of American politics, culture, and society was famously Peter Sellers' final performance, and oh what a performance it is. Grab your television remote, put on your finest vintage clothing and give Raphael this message: the Dudes like to watch.
Other movies discussed:
A Disturbance in the Force (2023)  – Directed by Steve Kozak and Jeremy Coon
The Pale Blue Eye (2022)  – Directed by Scott Cooper
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are your favorite final performances?
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199 - Before Sunrise

Dudes On Demand 2024 launches with 1995's modern classic Before Sunrise!  You've probably never lived quite as vicariously through other people as you do watching this movie, and with good reason.  Celine and Jesse's romance is what we all aspire to, even if it slips our grasp after roughly 12 hours.  Just remember everybody: This is life, and everything's all right. Living, living, living, living, living, living, living, living life.
Other movies discussed:
Miami Connection (1987)  – Directed by Y.K. Kim
The Haunting (1963)  – Directed by Robert Wise
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are your favorite movies that take place over a single day?
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The Hays Code: Hollywood History Part 1

In Part I of their series on Hollywood History, Scott and Dave take you through the Production Code and its influence on not just Cinema but the rest of American culture. 
Will Hays, Joseph Breen, and their enablers worked tirelessly to make sure movies didn't reflect reality, and in this podcast we give you the background on how it all happened, as well as the fallout we're still dealing with today.
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198 - It’s a Wonderful Life

The Dudes learn there's more to life than money in 1946's It's a Wonderful Life. This holiday classic tells the tale of George Bailey, a generous everyman who sacrifices his own happiness to do what's right.  But is there a cost? Make a wish, ring those bells, and celebrate the people you love - because Clarence said so!
Other movies discussed:
Dream Scenario (2023)  – Directed by Kristoffer Borgli
Home Alone (1990)  – Directed by Chris Columbus
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are the best movies about alternate timelines?
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197 - The Hidden Fortress

The Dudes protect their future Queen in enemy territory with 1958's The Hidden Fortress.  This classic jidaigeki adventure is another excellent entry in the Toshiro Mifune/Akira Kurosawa collaboration.  While Mifune is as amazing as ever, prepare to be blown away by the power of Misa Uehara, whose portrayal of the Princess will make you seriously depressed about what passes for leadership today.
Other movies discussed:
Napoleon (2023)  – Directed by Ridley Scott
I Come In Peace (1990)  – Directed by Craig R. Baxley
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are the best foreign films that influenced or inspired an American version?
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BONUS - Question Of The Week Responses November 2023

We read your responses to our Questions of the Week for November 2023!
Episode 191 - Primal Fear - What is your favorite courtroom drama?Episode 192 - Pumping Iron - What are your favorite movies that feature actors before they were famous?Episode 193 - The Karate Kid Part III - What sequels do you find the most disappointing?Episode 194 - Clash of the Titans (1981) - Do dated or poor special effects bother you?
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196 - Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

The Dudes run afoul of school officials and ditch class in style with 1986's Ferris Bueller's Day Off.  There's a good chance you're very familiar with this classic, so let us walk you through this impossibly overstuffed day of activities.  Gummy bear?  They've been in my pocket, they're real warm and soft.  
Other movies discussed:
Chasing Chasing Amy (2023)  – Directed by Sav Rodgers
The Batman (2022)  – Directed by Matt Reeves
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are your favorite examples of breaking the fourth wall in movies?
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195 - Gods and Monsters

The Dudes lumber down the street beneath a rain machine with 1998's Gods and Monsters.  This brilliant fictionalized story of the last days of filmmaker James Whale is not only a great movie about Old Hollywood, but also a realistic, meditative study on aging and dementia.  Its a great success for everyone involved, and a must-see if you love The Movies.
Other movies discussed:
Casino (1995)  – Directed by Martin Scorsese
How to Blow Up a Pipeline (2022)  – Directed by Daniel Goldhaber
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are your favorite fictional stories in which real people are characters?
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194 - Clash of the Titans (1981)

The Dudes find their destiny in 1981's Clash of the Titans! Thanks to Zeus' inability to keep it in his pants, we join Perseus on his epic journey to slay the Gorgon, save his bride, and appease the Gods once and for all. Filled with Ray Harryhausen's stop-motion special effects, an R2D2 clone, and a few indelible performances, this is a film you will soon not forget. "Release the Krrraken!"
 
Other movies discussed:
Anatomy of a Fall (2023)  – Directed by Justine Triet
The Changeling (1980)  – Directed by Peter Medak
 
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
Do dated or poor special effects bother you?
 
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193 - The Karate Kid Part III

The Dudes de-plane at LAX only to find themselves in yet another blood feud with 1989's The Karate Kid Part III.  Daniel Larusso is a nice enough guy.  But he possesses an indefinable quality which attracts tormenters, and instead of engaging in self-assessment and gaining a deeper understanding of his issues so that this doesn't keep happening, he mouths off and keeps making new, richer enemies.  In short, he's getting increasingly difficult to root for.  
Other movies discussed:
Killers Of The Flower Moon (2023)  – Directed by Martin Scorsese
65 (2023)  – Directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What sequels have you found the most disappointing?
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