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Really Awful Movies: Ep 417 – Arnold

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On this episode of the Really Awful Movies Podcast, a foray into documentary film via Arnold.

This three-parter on Netflix chronicles the life and times of the one and only Arnold Schwarzenegger.

On this episode:

  • His early life in Graz, Austria.
  • The influence of bodybuilder/movie star Reg Park
  • Arnold’s relationship with his brother and father.
  • The early days of his career.
  • Arnold’s drive and determination.
  • Action movie heroes.

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Really Awful Movies: Ep 415 – Under Siege 2

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It’s Die Hard on a train! On this episode of the Really Awful Movies Podcast, Steven Seagal is back…but on a different conveyance, moving from a navy destroyer to a train.

But fear not, he’s just a cook (whoops, I said “chef” on this episode and didn’t feel like fixing it) who happens to be able to take on 30-50 antagonists singlehandedly, using various aikido twists and clotheslines – but also, guile and ingenuity. And really, those are just as badass.

An evil Svengali hijacks a train with high-grade weapons. And as luck would have it, Casey Ryback is on board to save the day. But what saves this Under Siege sequel is the stellar cast of supporting players, like Jonathan Banks (Breaking Bad/Better Call Saul), character actor Nick Mancuso and Kurtwood Smith (That 70s Show/Robocop).

Really Awful Movies: Ep 379 – Gutshot Straight

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Today’s podcast is Gutshot Straight.

We are on the Strip in Las Vegas. And Jack is a degenerate gambler, whose losses are mounting to the point where he can’t pay his bar tab. Uh oh. We’ve all been there.

He’s hooked up with a mover and shaker, Duffy, who offers him wagers of increasing magnitude. And soon…well, things go south.

An intriguing plot, right? Plus, Vinnie Jones and Steven Seagal are in this – however briefly! However, don’t be fooled: this is an often languid, dialogue-driven affair. When it comes times to beat down unibrows, Stevie is nowhere to be found (probably off at the buffet table). Check out the latest installment of the podcast, as we dive into Vegas movies, appearances by b-listers like Tia Carrere, the UFC, Seagal’s later direct-to-video (DTV) “efforts.”