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The Gen X Movie Club

The Gen X Movie Club

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A podcast for Gen Xers. We revisit the films of our youth and ask, “Does the film still hold up?” We look forward to walking down memory lane with you. To learn more about this podcast, the hosts (who we were in the 80s and who we are now), and our philosophy and purpose behind this project, visit us a www.cranialgroove.com.@ 2025 Cranial Groove Podcasts Art
Episodes
  • Episode 6: The Gen X Movie Club presents Red Dawn
    Oct 31 2025

    Join us as we (re)visit this classic 80s World War III saga “Red Dawn.” It’s an action packed film featuring a (very young) all star 80s cast. Most notably, “Red Dawn” dares to explore the possibility of war on the domestic front. What might a foreign invasion on US soil look like? And how might we react? It’s a war film with a conscience but does the message land the same today?

    Before listening to Episode 6, we encourage you to (re)watch “Red Dawn.” Then tune in to hear our take on this epic war saga. How does this film read in 2025? Is the message the same? Have the antagonists changed over time? Are we still retelling the same narrative today? We’re curious to see if you agree with our take on this classic, star studded 80s war film.

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    34 mins
  • Episode 5: The Gen X Movie Club presents Night of the Comet
    Oct 1 2025

    Join us we take a detour to a lesser known 80s film, “Night of the Comet.” In the spirit of October, we revisit this old HBO horror comedy favorite. What happens when a comet decimates the Earth leaving just a handful of survivors to navigate this new reality? This film focuses on two teenage sisters as they encounter zombies, shady scientists, shopping mall bandits, and a trucker. This film is a fun ride that will exceed your low expectations.

    We encourage you to (re)watch “Night of the Comet” and then listen to this episode as we revisit this low-budget horror comedy. Does this film hold up? Is it worth a rewatch? Do the “bad 80s movie” tropes increase or decrease its charm? We have our opinions. Does it line up with yours?

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    31 mins
  • Episode 4: The Gen X Movie Club presents Ferris Bueller's Day Off
    Sep 1 2025

    Join us as we revisit John Hughes’ iconic 80s teen film “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” Both Mike and Amy saw this film in theaters and fond memories abound when reminiscing about Ferris’s adventures. But does it hold up? Will we find Matthew Broderick’s portrayal of a creative, inventive, and rebellious young mind still charming? How will the relationships between the characters land today? Perhaps we will identify more with the adults in the film? We encourage you to (re)watch “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” and then take a listen to hear our take on this iconic 80s John Hughes classic.

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    38 mins
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