The Last Starfighter | with guest Devon Schwab (SNL, Late Night with Seth Meyers)

HAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies you love and love to talk about. A nostalgic look at what we grew up watching and how they still impact us today.
In today's episode, hosts Steven Pierce and Matt Mundy sit down with the ever-clever and lover of all hidden gems of the 80's, and good friend Devon Schwab.
Buckle up because we're time-traveling to the Star League's final "frontier" of 80s, taking a closer look at the iconic film, THE LAST STARFIGHTER. As we reminisce about our favorite scenes - we'll be discussing creative decisions, and examining the challenges faced in creating the film's visual effects given the technology constraints of the time. It's a delightful and informative conversation that will make you see the movie through a completely new lens.
But first, a drink break from our friends over at MISGUIDED SPIRITS, a delightful concoction by Max Stampa-Brown, Food & Beverage Director for The Garret Group, which operates a number of awesome bars and restaurants in NYC. His out of this world "Planet Rogen" today was made over at Rocco's on 1 w. 3rd st, NYC
Follow along and be sure to make one yourself!
“Planet Rogen”
1oz MISGUIDED gin
.75oz lemon juice
1oz cherry caraway syrup
Prosecco
honeydew ball
*Hard shake these ingredients with ice and double strain into a coupe.
Fill the rest of the glass with Prosecco and garnish with a honeydew ball.
Serve
IG handles:
@thegarretgroup
@stampabrown
Back to the episode... Now, you might be wondering, what makes The Last Starfighter, a film from the 80s, relevant today? Well, this film is a treasure trove of storytelling that captures the essence of the American Dream. We're exploring the themes of escaping small town life and turning dreams into reality, and how these contribute to making the movie a timeless classic. From the unforgettable one-liners to the surprising elements that have become fan favorites over the years, we pull back the curtain and delve deep into this iconic film.
And just when you think we've covered it all, we'll hit you with a twist as we discuss The Last Starfighter's transformation into a musical and the infamous Christmas Special. We'll even venture into speculative territory as we discuss possible reboots or sequels. So, buckle up for an exciting journey that not only celebrates the magic of The Last Starfighter, but also the audacity of filmmakers who dared to dream big despite technological limitations. It's going to be a star-studded ride!
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HAPPY HOUR FLIX is produced by James Allerdyce and Lori Kay, and hosted by Steven Pierce and Matt Mundy.
Main Title is by Johnny Mineo.

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