Best Retro Rundown Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 123: Episode 123 - “Pressure and Time” - 30 Years of The Shawshank Redemption (1994). 1:49:52

14d ago1:49:52

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On Episode 123 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Steve, Skye and returning co-hosts, Leighton Winstone and filmmaker Kyle Reardon are covering another all-time classic, The Shawshank Redemption, a film that, according to the long-running IMDB Top 250, is the greatest film of all time. A big screen adaptation of the Stephen King Novella and directed by Frank…

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Episode 122: Episode 122 - Alien (1979). 1:47:35

1M ago1:47:35

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On Episode 122 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Steve and Skye are joined once again by filmmaker, podcast host and producer, Martin Kessler, as the show continues its in-depth coverage of some of the greatest films ever made. And this episode it’s the turn of director Ridley Scott’s 1979 sci-fi/horror masterpiece, Alien, a film our trio have been eager to…

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Episode 121: Episode 121 - Alien: Romulus (2024). 1:21:39

2M ago1:21:39

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On Episode 121 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Skye is joined by returning guest host, filmmaker Martin Kessler, to give you their in-depth and spoiler-filled review of director Fede Alvarez’s new film, Alien: Romulus, the seventh film in the saga that began 45 years ago with Ridley Scott’s seminal Alien. Following Scott’s two most recent films in the fra…

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Episode 120: Episode 120 - Deadpool & Wolverine (2024). 1:35:01

2M ago1:35:01

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On Episode 120 of The Film ‘89 Podcast we’re doing something we haven’t done for a long time - reviewing a new comic book movie - Disney/Marvel Studios’ latest cinematic outing, and their first ever R-rated superhero film, Deadpool & Wolverine, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. As well as giving their in-depth and spoiler-filled review and a…

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Episode 119: Episode 119 - The Abyss (1989). 1:42:54

2M ago1:42:54

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On Episode 119 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Steve, Skye and Bill Scurry discuss a film that’s been high on the list of films that they’ve most wanted to dedicate an episode to since the podcast began. The one big stumbling block that was preventing them from doing so was it’s lack of availability on any kind of modern HD format, having never even had a…

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Episode 118: Episode 118 - Do The Right Thing (1989). 1:55:13

3M ago1:55:13

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On Episode 118 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Steve and Skye discuss a film that they’ve been eager to cover since the podcast began, a film from the podcast’s namesake year of 1989, Spike Lee’s seminal story of a baking hot day in Brooklyn where the ever increasing heat pushes racial and cultural tensions to breaking point, Do The Right Thing. Joining t…

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Episode 117: Episode 117 - Pulp Fiction (1994). 2:07:15

5M ago2:07:15

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On Episode 117 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, we address the fact that only one of director Quentin Tarantino’s films has had a dedicated episode of Film ‘89, way back in 2019. For our long overdue return to the work of one of modern Hollywood’s most revered auteurs, we’ve decided to finally cover one of our listeners’ most requested films, Tarantino’s s…

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Episode 116: Episode 116 - Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984). 1:39:53

5M ago1:39:53

1:39:53

On Episode 116 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Skye is joined by returning co-hosts Adam Rackoff, Bill Scurry and John Arminio to continue Film ‘89’s coverage of the original Star Trek films. Having covered The Motion Picture and The Wrath of Khan on previous episodes, the guys now celebrate the 40th anniversary of Star Trek III: The Search for Spock. Fol…

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Episode 115: Episode 115 - The Towering Inferno (1974). 1:05:05

6M ago1:05:05

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On Episode 115 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Skye and returning guest host Stephen Simpson don their fire retardant suits as they celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Towering Inferno, Producer and co-director Irwin Allen and director John Guillermin’s big screen adaptation of not one but two books and a film that surely ranks as one of, if not THE gre…

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Episode 114: Episode 114 - “Absolute Power Corrupts Absolutely” - 50 Years of The Godfather Part II (1974). 1:38:13

6M ago1:38:13

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On episode 114 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Leighton Winstone and filmmaker Kyle Reardon join Steve and Skye as they did two years ago when they celebrated the 50th anniversary of The Godfather. Now they’re back to celebrate the 50th anniversary of possibly the greatest sequel ever made, The Godfather Part II. A huge critical success upon it’s release,…

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Episode 113: Episode 113 - Dune: Part Two (2024). 1:13:24

7M ago1:13:24

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On Episode 113 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Skye and regular guest host, Bill Scurry, give their spoiler filled analysis and verdict of Part Two of Denis Villeneuve’s epic adaptation of Frank Herbert’s seminal science fiction novel, Dune. Bill and Skye reviewed Part One of Villeneuve’s adaptation back in late 2021, on Episode 72 and Bill being a huge D…

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Episode 112: Episode 112 - Dracula (1897, 1931, 1992). 1:38:42

8M ago1:38:42

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On Episode 112 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Steve and Skye are joined once again by regular guest host, John Arminio and for once, the crux of their chosen topic isn’t a film, but a book, author Bram Stoker’s 1897 tale of the now famous Transylvanian Count Dracula. As well as discussing this classic of horror literature, the guys discuss some of the bi…

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Episode 111: Episode 111 - The Warriors (1979). 1:12:48

8M ago1:12:48

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On Episode 111 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Skye and regular guest host, Bill Scurry don their colours and venture into the violent New York of 1979 to discuss Walter Hill’s cult classic film, The Warriors. Beloved by film critics such as Pauline Kael, the film was controversially pulled from cinema’s by Paramount three weeks into its theatrical run fo…

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Episode 110: Episode 110 - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003). 2:46:14

10M ago2:46:14

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“We come to it at last, the great battle of our time”. On Episode 110 of The Film ‘89 Podcast our years-long podcasting journey through Middle Earth draws to a close as Skye and returning co-hosts, Bill Scurry, Adam Rackoff and John Arminio tackle The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King for it’s 20th anniversary. The third and final part of P…

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Episode 109: Episode 109 - From Russia With Love (1963). 1:41:01

10M ago1:41:01

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On Episode 109 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Skye is joined by one of our favourite returning guest hosts, professional film poster artist and master cinephile, Tony Stella. This episode, the guys continue their coverage of the James Bond films that started last year with Dr. No, and continues here with a celebration of the 60th anniversary of the secon…

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Indie World Presents, Demon Slayer Anime, and Back to Work! 45:10

11M ago45:10

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Let's all give thanks for great games (and gainful employment) with this recap of the latest Indie World Showcase, the Demon Slayer anime, and your feedback from last podcast. TIMESTAMPS: 0:17 - Show Feedback 8:56 - The Indie World Showcase 33:12 - Demon Slayer (Anime)By Team Pocket

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Episode 108: Episode 108 - The Killer (2023). 1:30:18

11M ago1:30:18

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On Episode 108 of The Film ‘89 Podcast the team are back in the embrace of one of their favourite filmmakers, David Fincher, with an in-depth and spoiler-filled review of his latest thriller based on the graphic novel series by Alexis Nolent, The Killer, starring Michael Fassbender in his first acting role since 2019’s Dark Phoenix. As well as disc…

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Pokemon TCG Live, The Thing, Switch 2, and the Hunt 32:10

11M ago32:10

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There's still life in this podcast yet! KC is back to just talk about some stuff in gaming, movies, and life in what might be a new formula for the future. TIMESTAMPS: 4:43 - Pokemon TCG Live 13:31 - The Thing (1982) 19:09 - Nintendo Switch 2 24:49 - The Job HuntBy Team Pocket

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Episode 107: Episode 107 - Killers of the Flower Moon (2023). 1:09:58

12M ago1:09:58

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On Episode 107 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Steve is joined by Leighton Winstone and filmmaker Kyle Reardon to give you their in-depth review and analysis of legendary director Martin Scorsese’s latest film, his epic adaptation of author David Grann’s 2017 book, Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI. Scorsese’s film dro…

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Episode 106: Episode 106 - 2023 Halloween Special - 50 Years of The Exorcist (1973). 1:48:26

1y ago1:48:26

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Halloween season is in full swing at Film ‘89 Towers as we bring you our special 2023 horror themed episode as Steve & Skye, along with returning guest hosts, John Arminio and Stephen Simpson, delve headlong into a celebration of the 50th anniversary of Director William Friedkin’s 1973 film adaptation of author William Peter Blatty’s best selling 1…

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Episode 105: Episode 105 - Enter the Dragon (1973). 1:48:41

1y ago1:48:41

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On Episode 50 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Skye is joined once again by professional film poster artist, Tony Stella to discuss, for its 50th anniversary, a film starring one of the true icons of cinema, Bruce Lee. That film is Enter The Dragon, Lee’s first, breakout Hollywood movie and tragically his last following his death at age 32 shortly before t…

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Episode 104: Episode 104 - RoboDoc: The Creation of RoboCop (2023). 2:06:20

1y ago2:06:20

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On Episode 104 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Skye interviews Gary Smart, Christopher Griffiths and Eastwood Allen, respectively the producer, director and co-director/editor of RoboDoc: The Creation of RoboCop, the epic, four and a half hour making-of documentary that’s been seven years in the making. Gary first appeared on Film ‘89 way back in Septembe…

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Episode 103: Episode 103 - The Great Escape (1963). 1:27:56

1y ago1:27:56

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On Episode 103 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Skye is once again joined by seasoned podcaster, cinephile and expert on film scores and composers, Stephen Simpson to celebrate, for its 60th anniversary, one of the Film ‘89 team’s all-time favourite films, The Great Escape. Director John Sturges, hot off the success of 1960’s, The Magnificent Seven, once a…

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Episode 102: Episode 102 - 90 Years of King Kong (1933). 1:20:53

1y ago1:20:53

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On Episode 102 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Steve and Skye are joined by returning guest host and writer for Film ‘89, filmmaker Martin Kessler, to celebrate the 90th anniversary of a monumental classic of cinema, 1933’s King Kong. This beloved monster movie from the filmmaking team of Merian C. Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack employed then revolutiona…

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Episode 101: Episode 101 - Oppenheimer (2023). 1:08:22

1y ago1:08:22

1:08:22

On Episode 101 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Skye and returning guest host Matthias Van De Roest give their in-depth analysis and spoiler-filled review of acclaimed director Christopher Nolan’s epic biopic of J. Robert Oppenheimer. Based on the 2005 book, American Prometheus by Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin, Oppenheimer is the biographical account of t…

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Special Announcement / Episode 1 Retro Repost 53:01

1y ago53:01

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A special annoucement about the future of The SwitchCast followed by a special retro repost of our first-ever episode.By Team Pocket

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Episode 100: 100th Episode Q&A. 1:28:58

1+ y ago1:28:58

1:28:58

It’s the 100th Episode of The Film ‘89 Podcast and to celebrate, we’re devoting an entire episode to answering a selection of questions from our vast cohort of guest hosts, friends and you, our beloved listeners. So join Neil, Skye and Steve as they answer your questions on a number of film, television and pop culture related topics. And thank you …

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Episode 99: Episode 99 - Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023). 1:09:41

1+ y ago1:09:41

1:09:41

On Episode 99 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Steve and Skye give their spoiler-filled analysis and review of the fifth and possibly final film in the saga of the adventures of Dr. Henry Jones Jr, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.

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Episode 98: Episode 98 - Arnold (2023). 1:40:05

1+ y ago1:40:05

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On Episode 98 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Neil and Skye don their Speedos, oil each other up and prepare to flex as they finally devote an episode to one of the Film ‘89 team’s most revered icons of the big screen, a man whose films typify the very decade from which the podcast derives its name. Bodybuilder, turned movie star, turned Governor of Calif…

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Critical Role TotK, Street Fighter 6, Dead Cells, and News Rundown 1:12:39

1+ y ago1:12:39

1:12:39

It's been an interesting week, with a big non-Switch distraction in the form of Street Fighter 6. But we still manage to review Dead Cells and catch up on the week's Nintendo Switch news. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @Team…

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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Honkai: Star Rail 1:16:51

1+ y ago1:16:51

1:16:51

The biggest game for Nintendo Switch has finally landed, and we can't wait to talk about our initial experiences with this immense and amazing adventure through Hyrule. We also spend some time chatting about some Nintendo-esque reveals coming out of Sony this past week. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO S…

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Lost Epic and the Super Mario Bros. Movie 1:26:52

1+ y ago1:26:52

1:26:52

Please take your seats, we will now be reviewing the Super Mario Bros. movie! We will also take a look at the souls-like platformer Lost Epic for Nintendo Switch, but not before KC's latest complaint about Pokemon UNITE. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.co…

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Episode 97: Episode 97 - The Wicker Man (1973). 1:58:55

1+ y ago1:58:55

1:58:55

It’s time to keep your appointment with The Film ‘89 Podcast as Skye is joined by returning guest hosts John Arminio and Steven Saunders to celebrate the 50th anniversary of cult British horror film, The Wicker Man (1973). Director Robin Hardy’s film stars Edward Woodward as Scottish police sergeant Neil Howie who ventures to the remote Scottish is…

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Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp, Pokemon Chess, and News Rundown 1:06:28

1+ y ago1:06:28

1:06:28

We both got boots on the ground with Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp. Plus, we open a Pokemon Chess challenge to the listeners, all before running down all the latest Nintendo Switch news. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamP…

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Cereza and the Lost Demon, and the April Indie World Showcase 1:13:50

1+ y ago1:13:50

1:13:50

Fresh from the Bacta Tanks, we're back at fully healed and ready to review some games! First up is Cereza and the Lost Demon with a quick chat about KC's first foray into Omega Strikers. Next up, we rundown all of the Nintendo Switch gems inside this month's Indie World Showcase. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR …

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Episode 96: Episode 96 - Star Trek: Picard - Season 3 (2023). 1:52:30

1+ y ago1:52:30

1:52:30

On Episode 96 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Neil and Skye boldly go somewhere they didn’t expect to go, back to the realms of a current year Star Trek television show. Join them as they give their in-depth, spoiler-filled analysis and review of Season 3 of Star Trek: Picard. Show-runner, writer and director, Terry Malalas has been brought on to the show…

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Indie Games of PAX East, Best of April Fools, and News Rundown 55:40

1+ y ago55:40

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This week, JV takes us for a stroll through the indie game alley of PAX East, including Wildfrost and Wargroove 2. We also recap the best gags from April Fool's Day, and rundown all the real Nintendo Switch news that's gone down. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.fa…

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PAX East Recap and First Tears of the Kingdoms Gameplay 1:08:04

1+ y ago1:08:04

1:08:04

JV's back from PACKS East, and he has lots of amazing packs and bags to discuss. Plus. we take a deep dive into the first gameplay presentation of Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom! SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPo…

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Backbeat and KC's Fight Club 26:45

1+ y ago26:45

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It's a quick one this week, as JV is PAXing it up. But KC is dropping a review of the tactical puzzle music mix of Backbeat, along with some fun community announcements. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - h…

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Episode 95: Episode 95 - The Wolf of Wall Street (2013). 1:26:09

1+ y ago1:26:09

1:26:09

On Episode 95 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Steve, Skye and returning guest host Leighton Winstone discuss a film from a director whose films have already been covered several times on Film ‘89 and one who without doubt would be on the Mt. Rushmore of favourite directors for all three of them, Martin Scorsese. This episode sees the maturity of a 10 year…

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Episode 94: Episode 94 - Scarface (1983) & Carlito’s Way (1993). 1:42:47

1+ y ago1:42:47

1:42:47

On Episode 94 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Steve and Skye are joined by returning guest host and writer for Film ‘89, Leighton Winstone to discuss a double bill of films from legendary director Brian De Palma, both of which happen to star one of their all time favourite actors, Al Pacino. The first is De Palma’s 1983 remake of Howard Hawks’ 1932 crime …

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Kirby's Return to Dream Land, Octopath Traveler II (First Impressions) and News Rundown 1:20:39

1+ y ago1:20:39

1:20:39

JV makes dreams come true with his review of Kirby's Return to Dream Land. KC sets off on a new trail with Octopath Traveler II. And we catch up on all the latest Nintendo Switch news out in the world! SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... T…

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Episode 93: Episode 93 - Return of the Jedi (1983). 1:50:04

1+ y ago1:50:04

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Episode 93 of The Film ‘89 Podcast brings to a close our coverage of George Lucas’ Original Star Wars trilogy as Neil, Skye and Richard celebrate the 40th anniversary of Return of the Jedi (1983). They discuss the behind the scenes making of the film and how writer/producer George Lucas, director Richard Marquand and co. brought the story to a sati…

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Octopath Traveler 2 Collector's Edition, Wild Hearts, and Pokemon Day 1:18:22

1+ y ago1:18:22

1:18:22

KC cracks open the new Octopath Traveler 2 Collector's Edition while JV steps over to the other side to play Wild Hearts for a comparison to the Monster Hunter series. Plus, we all take a trip to the Pokemon Center to see what's cookin' for this year's Pokemon Day presentation. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NI…

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Nintendo Direct Part 2 and Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion 1:02:10

1+ y ago1:02:10

1:02:10

This week, we wrap up the final reveals of the Nintendo Direct, including the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom trailer and the Metroid Prime remake for Nintendo Switch. KC also summon up a review of Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook -…

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Episode 92: Episode 92 - The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938). 55:24

1+ y ago55:24

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On Episode 92 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, returning guest host John Arminio joins Skye as they go back to the golden age of Hollywood, 85 years in fact, to discuss one of the all time classics, The Adventures of Robin Hood, directed by Michael Curtiz and starring Errol Flynn, Olivia de Haviland, Claude Rains and Basil Rathbone. Whilst not the first bi…

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Nintendo Direct for February 2023 (PART 1) 1:09:42

1+ y ago1:09:42

1:09:42

What crazy games and expansions can we look forward to this year? Well, Nintendo showed off a lot in their latest Nintendo Direct. Stick around and hear what we have to say about all of these juicy reveals! SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw…

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Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Catch-Up and a New Switch Model? 1:13:39

1+ y ago1:13:39

1:13:39

We're back in full swing with our 100% completion review of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (including spoilers). We also discuss whether players want (or need) a new, more powerful Nintendo Switch model. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twi…

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The DioField Chronicle, Tokyo Tales, and Our Most Anticipated Games of 2023 1:07:57

1+ y ago1:07:57

1:07:57

JV finally rejoins the cast to catch up on his Japan adventures and discuss our most anticipated Nintendo Switch titles of 2023! KC also reviews The DioField Chronicle. Will it be the new challenger to Fire Emblem: Engage? Listen in to find out! SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook …

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Episode 91: Episode 91 - John Carpenter’s ‘Christine’ (1983). 1:03:15

1+ y ago1:03:15

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On Episode 91 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Skye is joined by returning guest hosts Jacob Rivera and Kyle Reardon to take a look back at a film from one of the Film ‘89 team’s favourite directors, John Carpenter, his 1983 adaptation of Stephen King’s Christine, the tale of a possessed 1958 Plymouth Fury and it’s young new owner’s descent into madness as…

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