Backdraft
Summary
Hosts Mike Phil and Mike Butler review Ron Howard’s 1991 thriller Backdraft, praising its groundbreaking practical fire effects and Hans Zimmer score. They discuss the cast, including Kurt Russell, William Baldwin, and Robert De Niro, while critiquing the thin plot and character decisions. The episode explores why this blockbuster faded from memory despite its technical achievements and nostalgic 90s appeal.
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