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It’s time to grab a cold one by the beach after pumping the iron because, in this episode of The Cinematic Schematic, we’re reviewing director Doug Liman’s reimagining of the 1989 classic, Road House, starring Jake Gyllenhaal.
Be Nice With the Road House Review Guest Hosts
Joining hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman for the beachside property fun, are Critics Choice Association and Oklahoma Film Critic Circle members Jason Black (KJYO-FM, iHeartRadio) Craig “The Movie Guy” Sanger (KOKH-TV Fox 25, WWLS-FM, KYIS-FM, and KATT-FM).
Left to Right: Jason Black, Laron Chapman, Craig Sanger, Caleb Masters
Breaking the Ice: What Other 80s Action/Adventure Movies Should Get the Reimaning Treatment?
Time Stamp: 3:30
Beginning today’s conversation, we explore other beloved 80s action or adventure movies. Specifically, the flicks that haven’t been remade or reimagined well.
Review: Road House Takes Some Swings. Are They A Success?
Time Stamp: 17:10
In our spoiler-free review of Road House, we discuss:
- Our experience with the original 1989 film starring Patrick Swayze
- Laron’s experience at the SXSW 2024 world premiere
- What we think of Jake Gyllenhaal’s take on the lead character, Dalton
- Why Amazon sent this movie directly to Prime Video streaming
- Letter grade verdicts
- Alternate media recommendations
Spoiler Discussion: How Well Does Director Doug Liman Adapt “80s Classic” Energy?
Time Stamp: 54:46
In this spoiler-filled analysis, we dive deeper into the important questions posed by this movie including:
- What makes an 80s action movie a classic?
- Have any non-pro wrestler athletes successfully transitioned into movie stars?
Special Guests
Jason Black
KJYO-FM, The Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, and The Critics Choice Association
Follow Jason Black on Instagram @flickkicks23
Craig Sanger
Critic-at-Large, KOKH-TV Fox 25 (OKC), WWLS-FM, KYIS-FM, and KATT-FM
The Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, and The Critics Choice Association
Follow Craig on X @craigsanger
Follow Craig on Letterboxd @craigsanger
About Road House (2024)
According to IMDB, Road House is described as:
Ex-UFC fighter Dalton takes a job as a bouncer at a Florida Keys roadhouse, only to discover that this paradise is not all it seems.
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