#278 Teen Wolf (1985): Did Critics Get It Wrong?
Summary
The hosts of Bad Movies Rule! review the 1985 film Teen Wolf, featuring guests Joe Goratowski, Buzz, and Bob Hauser. They discuss Michael J. Fox’s reluctant role, the movie’s rushed production, and its iconic 80s tropes like van surfing and keg stands. The episode blends film critique with personal anecdotes about high school parties and gym class fashion, ultimately celebrating the movie’s campy charm.
Topics discussed
Traffic safety PSA and sponsor message
Intro skit and movie rating tease
Welcome and patron Jim D introduction
Director Rod Daniel and Michael J. Fox background
Actor career fears and dill ice cream clip
Patreon push and trading card contest details
College football preview and sponsor ad
Casting choices and 80s fashion nostalgia
Wolf transformation mechanics and fur details
Basketball coach dynamics and opposing team
Hardware store scene and party invitation
Keg hauling and van surfing flashback
House party and seven minutes in heaven
First transformation and wolf anatomy jokes
Wolf anatomy and school hallway scenes
Static electricity and Pamela's visit
Beavers game and werewolf basketball logic
Full moon mythology and school play
Dressing room scene and nervousness
Bowling alley and dance floor interactions
Dance floor wolf transformation and insult
Final basketball game and championship win
Post-game scenes and animal abuse joke
Most intense performance voting round
Best supporting performance voting round
Final movie verdict and good/bad vote
Closing thanks and sponsor outro
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