Category: 1980s
Movies from the 1980s
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303 – Trading Places
The Dudes ring in the New Year by foiling 2 rich old bastards with 1983’s Trading Places. Even if this movie’s morals are messed up, we have fun along the way, and considering the state of things right now, that’s about all you can ask. So come with us for laughs and some old-fashioned Escapist Read more
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298 – Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
The Dudes head home for Thanksgiving with 1987’s Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. Steve Martin and John Candy make an incredible comedy team in this holiday classic. Their chemistry is hilarious and brings this John Hughes script to life. Tack on a downer (put still happy) twist, and you’ve got yourself a stew. QUESTION OF THE Read more
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294 – The Fly
The Dudes discover the horrible side effects of teleportation in 1986’s The Fly! This body horror masterpiece from David Cronenberg features disgusting makeup, tragic romance, and Jeff Goldblum’s abs. All stuff we need more of! It can get pretty gross at times, but hey, if you vomit, at least you can slurp it back up. Read more
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Bloodsport : Re-Dude #3
Hey Dudes! It’s our third Bonus episode where we re-visit movies we covered when we originally started. And even though we’re a little young for full contact, we’ve got the Dim-Mak touch with 1988’s Bloodsport. Watch this movie, then listen to us celebrate it for 90 minutes. It’ll make your life better. And as always, Read more
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283 – Chopping Mall
The Dudes continue the Summer of Sleaze with 1986’s Chopping Mall. This Corman-related Horror movie doesn’t deliver everything you’re expecting, but it’s got just enough of the Hard-R 80s fun to keep you coming back, and you’ll also appreciate it’s run-time and references. Our podcast is longer than the movie, and we’re proud of that. Read more
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277 – A Nightmare on Elm Street 2 : Freddy’s Revenge
The final entry for Pride 2025 is 1985’s fun, if uneven A Nightmare on Elm Street 2 : Freddy’s Revenge. While this sequel doesn’t have the gore you’d expect from the franchise, the gay subtext and 80s style keeps you returning for multiple rewatches. Plus, it’s always fun to see Marshall Bell get his for Read more
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Cruising : Re-Dude #2
Hey Dudes! It’s our second Bonus episode where we re-visit movies we covered when we originally started. And in this Party-Sized Re-Dude, we’re taking on William Friedkin’s infamous Cruising! Please stay tuned to the feed for our normal episodes, and look out for other swell upcoming bonus stuff as well. For those interested, here is Read more
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273 – Maurice
Pride 2025 kicks off with class and panache with 1987’s Maurice, a Merchant-Ivory joint full of wit and sophistication. This tale of repression in early 20th Century England will both move you and outrage you, sometimes within the same scene. We’ve come a long way, and yet much of this movie that takes place in Read more
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264 – Blue Velvet
The Dudes discover the dark side of suburbia with 1986’s Blue Velvet. If you’ve never experienced David Lynch, this is the place to start. It’s got all the hallmarks: thrilling mystery, unsettling characters, and psycho-sexual encounters with people you probably shouldn’t be involved with. Throw in an off-the-rails Dennis Hopper, and you’ve got a masterpiece. Read more
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257 – The Burbs
The Dudes mow their lawn for the 800th time and then snap with 1989’s The Burbs. This comedic study of life in a very sheltered environment exposes ugly secrets about how Americans view anything they’re not used to. It also features an illogical ending that sends Dave on a filibuster. And just remember everybody: Satan Read more
