Category: 1990s
Movies from the 1990s
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204 – Face/Off
The Dudes attempt to explain an experimental surgery gone wrong in 1997’s Face/Off! This unhinged action film from acclaimed director John Woo is just as awesome as it is ridiculous. Excellently crafted action sequences, and incredible mimicry from its two stars, propel this off-the-wall crowd pleaser beyond its plot holes and into the the action… Read more
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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… Read more
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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… Read more
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191 – Primal Fear
The Dudes are asked to ponder the nature of truth, and our complicity in a broken justice system with 1996’s Primal Fear. This 90s legal drama does a great job hiding it’s secrets, so we wouldn’t dare betray any of them here. Just make sure you start misusing the word ‘allegedly’ as often as you… Read more
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183 – Desperado
The Dudes head to Old Mexico for a sexy, bloody romp with 1995’s Desperado! Robert Rodriguez’s 2nd film is one hell of a ride. Watch it over and over again, then treat yourself to the Special Features on the DVDs of his other films. (Seriously, look up 10 Minute Cooking School, then watch how easy… Read more
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181 – Timecop
The Dudes step into a temporal wormhole with 1994’s Timecop, a movie whose story had serious potential, but unlike its star, couldn’t quite stick the landing. Is one of the most impressive physical feats in Cinema enough to make up for the film’s weaknesses? Google “Timecop Splits” with the SafeSearch Off and report back! Other… Read more
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179 – Secrets and Lies
The Dudes encounter family strife and turmoil with Mike Leigh’s 1996 Palme D’Or-winning Secrets and Lies. What can you say? This timeless, Stone-Cold Classic about complicated lives from Britain’s greatest filmmaker is both heartbreaking and hilarious, and you should watch it. Other movies discussed: Beau Travail (1999) – Directed by Claire Denis… Read more
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175 – Nil by Mouth
This week on the show, Scott and Dave discuss 1997’s Nil By Mouth, Gary Oldman’s ultra-realistic look at life in South London. Warning: This films deals explicitly with domestic violence, and we discuss the issue at length during the episode. Other movies discussed: Fall (2022) – Directed by Scott Mann and Jonathan Frank Beyond the… Read more
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171 – Bound
The Dudes find themselves in an uncommonly erotic web of deceit with Lana and Lilly Wachowski’s 1996 Neo-Noir thriller “Bound”. Join us in adulthood, and treat yourself to the kind of movie that’s truly difficult to come by today. Other movies discussed: Chungking Express (1994) – Directed by Wong Kar-wai The Dead Zone (1983)… Read more
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168 – American Movie
The Dudes pursue their dreams with 1999’s American Movie. This documentary follows a young filmmaker determined to complete his short horror film, despite all the tribulations and booze that gets in his way. It’s a god damn journey man, and you don’t want to miss it. Other movies discussed: Rolling Thunder (1977) – Directed by… Read more
