X-Files (1998)
Summary
In this episode of 70mm, the hosts discuss the 1998 film The X Files: Fight the Future, analyzing its plot, practical effects, and the iconic chemistry between David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson. They reflect on their childhood memories of the show and the movie, noting how the film serves as a dark payoff to the series' conspiracy storyline. The discussion also covers the film's production details, such as its $60 million budget and the use of miniatures for the building explosion, alongside brief "fake news" segments about video games and casting rumors.
Topics discussed
Intro and UFO theme announcement
Destiny 2 revival and gaming nostalgia
Bradley Cooper G.I. Joe and Ocean's 8 rumors
Sponsor segment: Clausen pickles
Episode 331 intro and X-Files plot summary
Personal stories: Church, prayer meetings, and sexton duties
Nostalgia for X-Files in 1998 and reboot opinions
X-Files movie context and 1998 box office competition
First-time viewing experiences and childhood memories
Analysis of alien virus conspiracy and colonization plot
Character introductions and visual style differences
Budget, practical effects, and CGI critique
Chris Carter's writing style and Millennium series
Muller and Scully chemistry and new cast speculation
Funny X-Files episodes and evidence destruction logic
Actor Teri Polo and final ship sequence analysis
Physics critiques and theme music appreciation
Composer Mark Snow and Independence Day rivalry
Actor aging, makeup, and minor plot holes
Final ratings and conspiracy genre appreciation
Vegan chicken anecdote and patron shoutouts
Discussion of The Backrooms and personal week updates
Review of Prime Time and Chris Hansen documentary
Borman and the Devil: Exorcist II documentary
Next week's Jordan Peele pick and closing thoughts
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