X-Men - Rewind Review

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11/03/23 • 97 min

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Some would say this is the film that for better or worse ushered in the Superhero movie era at the start of the new Millennium . Sure there were Comic based Superhero movies that came before this, but something about the success of X-Men signaled to studios that anything was possible. Not only were the audiences primed and ready for more films like X-Men, but the technology was available to make these movies as creative and imaginative as their Comic Book depictions.

We look back at one of the most influential comic book movies ever made as we discuss the legacy of X-Men (2000)

We look back at one of the most influential comic book movies ever made as we discuss the legacy of X-Men (2000)

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Hooper - Rewind Review

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Burt Reynolds stars as Hooper, an aging stuntman facing the reality that his lifestyle may not be suitable for a man of his age. Instead of scaling back Hooper decided to up the ante and take his stunts to the next level, especially in light of a young bright new star on the stunt circuit threatening his greatness.

Wes and Spencer discuss weather or not Hooper is actually Burt’s best movie.

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