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Ruined Childhoods

By: Dan Wiener & Jon Richardson
  • Summary

  • Brothers/cinephiles Dan and Jon explore Hollywood’s trend of reviving franchises with long-awaited sequels, prequels, spin-offs, remakes, and/or reboots. On each episode, they talk through a film or franchise and imagine how it could be revisited.

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    Dan Wiener & Jon Richardson
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Episodes
  • The Big Chill (1983)
    Jul 3 2024

    Capture the vibe of coastal South Carolina with an all-star 80s cast. Dan and Jon share their experiences watching The Big Chill and imagine how its legacy could be extended today.

    Next episode: Badlands (1973) • South Dakota

    See what native tribes reside or resided in what is now known as South Carolina

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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • Outside Providence (1999)
    Jun 26 2024

    When it comes to Rhode Island cinema, accessing the work of the Farrelly Brothers is a good start. This film may not be directed by Peter or Bobby, but was co-written by the duo based on Peter's novel. The movie may have its flaws, but they were likely implemented due to studio notes and a particularly evil executive.

    Next episode: The Big Chill (1983) • South Carolina

    See what native tribes reside or resided in what is now known as Rhode Island

    Watch this episode on YouTube or Spotify

    Subscribe to The WALT!

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • The Rum Diary (2011)
    Jun 19 2024

    Yo-ho-ho and a bottle of rum! Who are we? JOHNNY DEPP??? On this episode, Jon and Dan are in Puerto Rico featuring a movie filmed and set on the Island of Enchantment, The Rum Diary.

    Next episode: Outside Providence (1999) • Rhode Island

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    1 hr and 16 mins

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