Assassins - Stallone, Banderas, and 90s Action Gone Wrong

In this crossover podcast episode from the Going the Distance, Slycast, and Rocky Minute podcasts, hosts Ryan, Craig, and Doug dive into a lively and critical review of the 1995 action thriller "Assassins," directed by Richard Donner and starring Sylvester Stallone as veteran hitman Robert Rath, Antonio Banderas as his ambitious rival Miguel Bain, and Julianne Moore as the quirky hacker Electra. The discussion kicks off with their initial impressions and viewing histories, then explores the film's convoluted plot involving assassin rivalries, betrayals, and a mysterious disc, while critiquing elements like outdated 90s tech, poor character chemistry, illogical scenes, and production trivia including the Wachowskis' screenplay and Donner's direction. Filled with humor, nitpicks on realism (especially from Doug's police perspective), and comparisons to Stallone's other films, the hosts express disappointment in the movie's pacing, twists, and lack of likable characters, ultimately deeming it forgettable despite its star power and budget, before wrapping up with trivia, alternate casting ideas, and promotions for their respective shows