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Send us a textIt's Friday the 13th, and have we got a cautionary tale for you! The 1976 film *Freaky Friday* is a hilarious family comedy where a mother and daughter magically swap bodies, leading to a wild and fun adventure! Starring Barbara Harris and Jodie Foster, this lighthearted film is packed with laughs, quirky situations, and heartwarming moments as they learn to appreciate each other’s lives.Robin and Lisa gush about this fun Disney flick from the 70's.https://www.instagram.com/real...

Send us a textWe did it! Happy Anniversary and thank you to all our listeners for getting us here. We've truly enjoyed talking about our favorite films! Please share and comment for us!Take a journey with Captain Sinbad to far-off islands with one-eyed monsters, two-headed birds, shrunken princesses, and a captured genie. In The 7th Voyage of Sinbad, you'll see the early days of animation at its most crafty and cunning, led by "dynamation" pioneer Ray Harryhausen. This legendary special ...

Send us a textRobin and Lisa discuss another Western, but this one can't be taken seriously. "Cat Ballou" is a wild Western romp where schoolteacher Cat Ballou turns outlaw to avenge her father's murder. With a drunken gunslinger, Kid Shelleen, by her side, (not to mention, a farm hand, smitten outlaw, and an uncle) they take on a ruthless land baron in a thrilling mix of comedy, gunfights, and musical showdowns, leading to an unforgettable finale. https://www.instagram.com/realoldreels/

Send us a textWelcome to our Season 4 Premiere! Robin and Lisa have a great lineup of movies that you won't want to miss. Starting us off is one of the greatest of Humphrey Bogart's and Katharine Hepburn's careers! You won't want to miss the amazing story of the making of The African Queen.Prepare for a thrilling adventure set during World War I, where a rough-and-tumble Canadian boat captain, Charlie Allnut, and a determined British missionary, Rose Sayer, team up on a daring mission to sink...

Send us a textTwo athletes compete for Olympic victories with completely different approaches: one runs with his heart and for the glory of God, the other with a calculated study to shave off any unnecessary movement. Chariots of Fire, based on a true story, follows their paths as they cross at the 1924 Paris Olympics and how they overcome the obstacles thrown in their way. Listen as Robin and Lisa discuss one of the best sports movies of the 1980s with the most recognizable soundtrack!https:...

Send us a textBefore the aliens in The Quiet Place there were Graboids! This creature feature from the not-too-distant past became a mega-cult classic, starring Kevin Bacon. Residents of Perfection, a town of 14, are terrorized by an unseen threat. These monsters live underground and are getting smarter every minute. Val (Bacon) and Earl (Fred Ward), the town's handy-men, lead the residents in a battle against these ruthless killers. Listen as Robin and Lisa discuss how this film came to be a...

Send us a textIt's Week 2 of our "Not Really Old Reels" in July! All baseball legends go to heaven in what Kevin Costner called, his generation's "It's a Wonderful Life." Field of Dreams is about following the illogical but undeniable urges to follow a dream, a voice, a journey that others can't understand or see. Even Ray Kinsella doesn't know what lies ahead when he first hears the whisper, "If you build it, he will come." Whose dreams are being realized and the lessons he learns only revea...

Send us a text"Jaws," directed by Steven Spielberg and released in 1975, is a suspenseful thriller about a massive great white shark terrorizing a small beach town. As the body count rises, a local sheriff, a marine biologist, and a grizzled fisherman team up to hunt the deadly predator, leading to an epic and terrifying confrontation. Though Jaws is an exciting film, the process leading up to its creation was just as tense and full of suspense for everyone involved. Listen as Robin and Lisa ...

Send us a textMr. Smith Goes to Washington is a timeless tale of idealism and integrity. James Stewart shines as Jefferson Smith, a naive yet passionate man who becomes a U.S. Senator. Amidst political corruption, Smith’s unwavering belief in democracy and justice inspires hope, reminding us of the enduring power of one honest voice.Listen to Robin and Lisa discuss Frank Capra and his film that became his love letter to the United States of America.https://www.instagram.com/realoldreels/

Send us a textShadows from Venetian blinds, cigarette smoke, a dangerous woman, and a gullible insurance salesman all combine for one of the most beloved film noirs of all time. Double Indemnity has all the mood, suspense, and personal narration you'd come to expect from the genre, and Robin and Lisa are here to swoon over it! https://www.instagram.com/realoldreels/

Send us a textLaugh out loud at the fan-girl drama on full display in the film Bye Bye Birdie! This classic 60's musical pokes fun at the ravenous adoration of teens when mega rockstar Conrad Birdie is about to go into military service. He has one last TV appearance where he'll sing a brand new song and plant a smooch on Kim McAfee as a symbolic goodbye gesture to his fans. Trouble arises when Hugo, the boy who just pinned Kim, opposes the perfidious publicity stunt. Full of catchy tune...

Send us a textAnother slam dunk from director Billy Wilder, Witness for the Prosecution is the combined genius of humorous Wilder, a brilliant cast, and the world's favorite mystery writer, Agatha Christie. Witness for the Prosecution may not be the most famous of Agatha Christie's film adaptations, but it was her favorite one! Skillfully interwoven flashbacks, colorful supporting characters, and a great ending make for one of the best courtroom dramas ever to be shown on the silver scre...

Send us a textHeaven's above! Jack Benny is an angel sent on a mission to end the world by playing his trumpet on the top of a hotel at midnight, and if he fails he can't come back to play in the celestial orchestra. Despite his purest intentions, he's met with distractions and obstacles along they way: a pretty woman in trouble, delicious food, and fallen angels who want to remain on Earth.Robin and Lisa discuss one of our childhood favorites, this never serious slapstick comedy that has you...

Send us a textKnown for scaring the socks of countless Baby Boomers during the 1950s, Invaders From Mars tells the story of starstruck David MacLean, the young sole witness of aliens noisily landing in his backyard in the wee hours of the morning. His father goes to investigate but is dragged beneath the sand, only to reemerge as a stiff, cold-hearted version of his father he's never met. As more and more friends and family members are changing, David tries to get help, but it's too impossibl...

Send us a textIn the heart of the American Midwest, "Oklahoma!" unfolds with romance, rivalry, and the promise of a new frontier. Set in the early 1900s, the musical follows the love story between cowboy Curly and farm girl Laurey, amidst a backdrop of community tension and the challenges of the Oklahoma Territory. Rogers and Hammerstein hit the nail on the head for a series of upbeat singable show tunes, and Shirley Jones and Gordon McRae belt out the beloved songs in a funny, unforgettable ...

Send us a textScheming husband, Tony Wendice plots the murder of his adulterous wife, Margot, to free himself of their unhappy marriage but keep her money. In "Strangers on a Train" fashion, he lures an old acquaintance to his apartment to blackmail him into doing the job for him. Things go awry for Tony when Margot survives, and he must hurry to sweep up any breadcrumbs leading to him. Robin and Lisa discuss this Hitchcock favorite and Grace Kelly in another fun episode of Real Old Ree...

Send us a textDark and unsettling, Sunset Boulevard casts a shadow over Hollywood's regard for past idols and what happens when the sun goes down on an actress' career and the price of fame. Real-life Gloria Swanson plays an aging silent film star whose despair and desperation to become relevant again entrench her in a pitiful delusion. Even her snarky companion, Joe, only halfway understands the extent of her madness until it's too late.Join Robin and Lisa as we discuss the background ...

Send us a textCary Grant and Katharine Hepburn team up for a hilarious comedy involving dinosaur bones, leopards, and constant wardrobe changes! Robin and Jenn discuss how Grant and Hepburn became the dream team for four legendary films, the amazing characterization of the Bringing Up Baby characters, and perhaps an argument for the Manic Pixie Dream Girl. You don't want to miss this screwball comedy.*Robin mentions Sylvia Scarlett and She's The Man being adaptations of "Twelfth Night," by Sh...

Send us a textWell, shoot. Here it is 2024 and Pan Am isn't booking commercial flights to space and I can't tour the moon after spending the night at a Hilton Hotel in the sky!However, Stanley Kubrick was considered to make some of the most cutting-edge films in more ways than one. 2001: A Space Odyssey is a mesmerizing sci-fi masterpiece, spanning the dawn of man to a mysterious journey to Jupiter, it explores evolution, artificial intelligence, and the enigma of existence. With stunning vis...

Send us a textStarring father-daughter duo Ryan and Tatum O'Neal, Paper Moon is a captivating Great Depression Era film that follows a con man and Addie, who may or may not be his daughter. Filled with laughs and heart, Robin and Jenn discuss all their favorite scenes and the heart-breaking story behind the movie.https://www.instagram.com/realoldreels/