Ghost Busters REWATCH | Top 10 movies of 1984 with Malcolm Barrett
Summary
The Bald Brothers Podcast welcomes guest Malcolm Barrett to discuss his favorite film, the 1984 classic Ghostbusters. The hosts and guest share childhood memories of the movie, analyze its box office success, and dive into behind-the-scenes trivia regarding casting choices and production details. They also cover the cultural impact of the film's merchandise and soundtrack before transitioning to a broader discussion on the top movies of 1984.
Topics discussed
Intro and Ghostbusters box office success
Movie plot details and the Slimer cartoon
Nostalgia for 80s toys and licensing
Casting stories: Eddie Murphy, Harold Ramis, and others
Tangents on musicals and Tisha Campbell anecdote
Malcolm's morning routine and lateness explanation
Sponsor break: Polymarket
Morning habits, weed, and Ray Parker Jr.
Ghostbusters cinematography and New York authenticity
Miscellaneous movie trivia and jail scene
Transition to Top 10 Movies of 1984
Top 10: The Karate Kid
Top 10: The Terminator and time paradoxes
Top 10: Indiana Jones and Purple Rain
Top 10: The NeverEnding Story and Gremlins
Top 10: John Hughes films and naming trends
Top 10: Gremlins rules and character development
Top 10: Beverly Hills Cop and Halloween
Top 10: A Nightmare on Elm Street and childhood fear
Outro and promotion for Malcolm's show
Tony Baker's late arrival and New Kids on the Block
Malcolm's career: Average Joe and The Sopranos
Filming locations and Paramount Plus details
Malcolm's Achilles injury and stunt work
Sponsor break: Roland Martin Unfiltered
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