1996 Epilogue

1996 Epilogue

Author: Awesome Movie Year July 22, 2020 Duration: 36:06

In this epilogue to our season on the awesome movie year of 1996, we talk about alternate movies we considered including in all of our different categories this season, and read suggestions from some listeners about which movies they hoped we would cover.

Please like, share, rate and comment on the show and this episode, and tune in next time for the premiere of our fifth season, covering the awesome movie year of 1977, starting with box-office champion Star Wars.


Ever wonder what makes a particular year in cinema truly stand out? Awesome Movie Year digs into that very question, one remarkable film at a time. Co-hosted by film critic Josh Bell alongside filmmaker and comedian Jason Harris, this podcast picks a single, noteworthy year each season and meticulously explores what made it so special. Rather than broad overviews, every episode zooms in on a different movie from that chosen year, offering a deep dive into its impact, its cultural moment, and its lasting legacy. The conversations blend critical analysis with a genuine love for the medium, thanks to the hosts' complementary backgrounds. Produced by David Rosen of Piecing It Together for the All Points West Podcast Network, the show has a polished yet conversational feel. You’ll hear about blockbusters and hidden gems alike, all through the lens of why they mattered then and why they still resonate. It’s for anyone who loves to look beyond the screen and understand the context that creates a classic. Tune in to Awesome Movie Year for a thoughtful and engaging tour through some of cinema’s most fascinating periods.
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Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987 Thanksgiving Bonus) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:34
This bonus episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1987 features a special Thanksgiving pick, John Hughes’ Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Written and directed by John Hughes and starring Steve Martin, John Ca…
Withnail and I (1987 Future Cult Classic) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:27:43
The twelfth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1987 features our future cult classic pick, Bruce Robinson’s Withnail and I. Written and directed by Bruce Robinson and starring Paul McGann, Richard E. Gran…
Evil Dead 2 (1987 Dave’s Pick) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:43
The twelfth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1987 features our producer David Rosen’s pick, Sam Raimi’s Evil Dead II. Directed and co-written by Sam Raimi and starring Bruce Campbell, Sarah Berry, Dan H…
The Last Emperor (1987 Best Picture Winner) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:31
The eleventh episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1987 features the Academy Awards Best Picture winner, Bernardo Bertolucci’s The Last Emperor. Directed and co-written by Bernardo Bertolucci and starring Jo…
The Lost Boys (1987 Halloween Bonus Episode) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:17
The tenth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1987 features a special Halloween selection, Joel Schumacher’s The Lost Boys. Directed by Joel Schumacher and starring Jason Patric, Corey Haim, Kiefer Sutherl…
Working Girls (1987 Sundance Award Winner) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:48
The ninth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1987 features a Sundance Film Festival award winner, Lizzie Borden’s Working Girls. Directed and co-written by Lizzie Borden and starring Louise Smith, Ellen M…
The Princess Bride (1987 Jason’s Pick) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:48
The eighth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1987 features Jason’s personal pick, Rob Reiner’s The Princess Bride. Directed by Rob Reiner from a screenplay by William Goldman and starring Cary Elwes, Rob…
Where Is The Friend’s House? (1987 Foreign Film) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:46
The seventh episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1987 features our foreign film pick, Abbas Kiarostami’s Where Is the Friend’s House?. Written and directed by Abbas Kiarostami and starring Babak Ahmadpour,…
Moonstruck (1987 Josh’s Pick) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:23
The sixth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1987 features Josh’s personal pick, Norman Jewison’s Moonstruck. Directed by Norman Jewison from a screenplay by John Patrick Shanley and starring Cher, Nicola…
Sherman’s March (1987 Documentary) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:14
The fifth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1987 features our documentary pick, Ross McElwee’s Sherman’s March. Directed by and featuring Ross McElwee, Sherman’s March won the documentary Grand Jury Priz…