Take Me Back to the Summer of ’86
Summary
Wesley Morris and Sam Anderson revisit the 1986 summer movie season, focusing on *Ferris Bueller’s Day Off* and *Ruthless People*. They analyze these films as artifacts of Reagan-era values, discussing themes of radical individualism, wealth, and the charm of 80s farce. The hosts also share personal memories of watching these movies on cable TV, contrasting that era’s curated content with modern streaming choices.
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Intro: Summer movie drought and 1986 theme
Sam Anderson's childhood photos from 1986
Top 10 movies of 1986 countdown
Deep dive into Ruthless People
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Ferris Bueller's Day Off: Metafiction and charm
Ferris as a sociopath and privilege critique
Sam's Ferris Bueller house dad story
The lost art of cable TV movie watching
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