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Don’t Push Pause is a monthly podcast bringing you discussions on movies from the 70s, 80s and 90s. DPP consists of a main discussion on a featured film, followed up by our Picks of the Week, and closing with our signature (Bill) Murray Moment.
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Monday Nov 15, 2021
Monday Nov 15, 2021
As soon as it hit theaters, RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK became the blockbuster pinnacle of where imagination meets adventure. Forty years after its release, this powerhouse pairing of George Lucas & Steven Spielberg remains a massive achievement within its genre, the film to which all others are compared. And the journey of how Indiana Jones became an icon is a complex & wild ride all by itself.
//**Discussions include**//
Origin story & humble, inspired development behind Indiana Jones, plus the early partnership between Lucas & Spielberg; brazen dealings with the studio over production; shooting hardships, injuries & behind the scenes stories; the strength behind RAIDERS’ lead actors, plus early casting possibilities; what makes this a thrilling & crowd-pleasing experience; the glorious, multi-layered score, reception & franchise.
Harrison Ford, Karen Allen, Paul Freeman & John Rhys-Davies star in RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK (1981). Directed by Steven Spielberg.
//**Picks of the Week**//
• Lindsay’s Pick: STARMAN (1984). Jeff Bridges, Karen Allen, Charles Martin Smith. /// Directed by John Carpenter.
• Justin’s Pick: REGARDING HENRY (1991). Harrison Ford, Annette Bening. /// Directed by Mike Nichols.
//**MurrayMoment**//
Karen Allen’s experience of working with Bill on SCROOGED (1988).
//**Final Thoughts on RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK.**//
—Next Episode: THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION (1994)!—
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//Hosts: Justin Johnson & Lindsay Reber //Music: Matt Pace //Announcer: Mary Timmel //Logo: Beau Shoulders
Be Kind and Rewatch! // November 16, 2021
Monday Oct 25, 2021
Monday Oct 25, 2021
A low budget horror film becoming a massive success is almost unheard of. When it evolves into a cultural phenomenon, its called Sam Raimi’s THE EVIL DEAD (1981). With its blood-spattered intensity, ingenuity & masterful achievements in resourceful filmmaking, this picture had a brutal, exhausting road to tread. Now entering its 40th year of existence, it’s clear this film will never die.
//**Discussions include**//
Evolution of high school film hobbyists gaining experience into full-on filmmakers, plus Raimi’s first short films; inspirations, intended purpose & research behind the concept of EVIL DEAD; financing, establishing Renaissance Pictures & commitment to professionalism; assembling the cast, grueling conditions, production challenges & cheats; filming techniques, visuals & special effects; the film’s score, release, reception, sequels, 2013 reboot & everlasting legacy.
Bruce Campbell, Ellen Sandweiss, Betsy Baker, Teresa Tilly & Richard DeManincor star in THE EVIL DEAD (1981). Directed by Sam Raimi.
//***Picks of the Week***//
- Lindsay’s Pick: DARKMAN (1990). Liam Neeson, Frances McDormand, Larry Drake. /// Directed by Sam Raimi.
- Justin’s Pick: THE GIFT (2000). Cate Blanchett, Giovannni Ribisi, Keanu Reeves, Katie Holmes, Greg Kinnear, Hilary Swank. /// Directed by Sam Raimi.
//***MurrayMoment***//
Diving deep into the Tennessee woods, we compare EVIL DEAD’s Ash to the elements of death faced in GET LOW, a film starring Bill, plus his thoughts on the subject. Plus, a Tennessee-MurrayMoment mystery!
//***Final Thoughts on THE EVIL DEAD.***//
—Next Episode: RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK (1981)!—
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Be Kind and Rewatch! // October 26, 2021
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Even with previous slasher movie influences, MY BLOODY VALENTINE stood out in amongst the saturated horror market of 1981. But even a well-crafted, creative story couldn’t guarantee immediate success for this film, yet it continues to be a celebrated slasher 40 years later.
//**Discussions include**//
State of horror movies in 1981 & the Canadian horror pop; unique story & character setups, atmosphere & importance of location; playing on & against horror tropes; multiple problems during filming & budget challenges; casting & character breakdowns; music for the film, MPAA struggle, release & establishing a fan base; theatrical vs. unrated edition, the 2009 remake, plus memorable moments & behind-the-scenes tidbits.
Paul Kelman, Neil Affleck, Lori Hallier & Don Francks star in MY BLOODY VALENTINE (1981). Directed by George Mihalka.
//***Picks of the Week***//
• Lindsay’s Pick: HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME (1981). Melissa Sue Anderson, Glenn Ford /// Directed by J. Lee Thompson.
• Justin’s Pick: THE PROWLER (1981). Lawrence Tierney, Farley Granger, Vicky Dawson /// Directed by Joesph Zito.
//***MurrayMoment***//
The story of how Billy & Mickey Kelly were married in 1981.
//***Final Thoughts on MY BLOODY VALENTINE.***//
—Next Episode: THE EVIL DEAD (1981)!—
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//Hosts: Justin Johnson & Lindsay Reber // Music: Matt Pace // Announcer: Mary Timmel // Logo: Beau Shoulders
Be Kind and Rewatch! // October 19, 2021