Episode 091: Streets of Fire (1984)

Genre Exposure: A Film Podcast

In this episode, we dig into another listener suggestion, leading us to our first formal discussion on the works of Walter Hill. So join us as we check out his rock and roll fable Streets of Fire from 1984. Jason weighs whether the film actually counts as a musical or not. Dustin runs down the movie's long reaching influence despite poor box office performance. But before all that, we've got an update on The Acolyte and Dustin dishes on a must pick up new release blu-ray for Japanese film collectors. And so much more!

Special thanks to Jorge for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [e-mail] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation.

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What We've Been Watching:
-Jason: The Lamp/The Outing (1987) & Star Wars: The Acolyte (2024)
-Dustin: Liverleaf (2018) & Code Geass: Roze of the Recapture (2024)

Our Favorite Walter Hill Film:
-Jason: The Long Riders (1980)
-Dustin: The Driver (1978)

Show Notes:
-Streets of Fire Trailer
-Go check out all the other fine shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network
-Go pick up your own copy of Liverleaf from SRS Cinema
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Full Contact (1992)