EP#29 - Die Hard (1988)

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In this month's episode, Charlie and George head to Nakatomi Plaza to discuss controversial Christmas film and all around action classic Die Hard. The boys discuss the film's literary roots, the key contributions from Predator (insert link) maestro John McTiernan, the genius of Alan Rickman, classic 1980's douchebags and fond memories of the PS1 game "Die Hard Trilogy". Regular podcast features such as bad impressions ("Put the gun away, this is radio, not television"), alternative casting choices in Coulda Woulda Shoulda and new staple - Suspicious Stuntmen, all make an appearance. Is Die Hard a Christmas film? Does it actually matter? Listen to find out!

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