EPISODE · Aug 9, 2022 · 1H 47M
Episode 95 : Lethal Weapon 2
from Don’t Push Pause · host Don’t Push Pause
Creating a successful sequel which stands the test of time & elevates a franchise isn’t an easy feat. But LETHAL WEAPON 2 not only proved audiences wanted more from best buddies, Sgts. Murtaugh & Riggs, but that a sequel could be just as vibrant, alive & — in some ways — superior to the original film. //***Discussions include***\\ The evolution of creating a sequel, tonal variations in the script, challenges & major changes; blending action & darkness with evolved humor, friendship & family all woven into a cop movie; relevant messages, themes & atypical aspects of an action/thriller; breaking down the main & supporting cast; the music, thoughts on the Lethal Weapon sequels/franchise & the sequels of 1989. Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Joe Pesci & Patsy Kensit star in LETHAL WEAPON 2 (1989) // Directed by Richard Donner. //***Picks of the Week***\\ Lindsay’s Pick: BELOVED (1998). Oprah Winfrey, Danny Glover, Kimberly Elise, Thandiwe Newton /// Directed by Jonathan Demme. Justin’s Pick: SWITCHBACK (1997). Dennis Quaid, Danny Glover, Jared Leto, Ted Levine /// Directed by Jeb Stuart. //***MurrayMoment***\\ Bill getting involved with Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival. //***Final Thoughts on LETHAL WEAPON 2.***\\ Next Episode: RESERVOIR DOGS (1992) Please rate, review & subscribe. Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter & YouTube. //Hosts: Justin Johnson & Lindsay Reber // Music: Matt Pace // Announcer: Mary Timmel // Logo: Beau Shoulders. www.dontpushpausepodcast.com [email protected] Be Kind and Rewatch // August 9th, 2022.
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Creating a successful sequel which stands the test of time & elevates a franchise isn’t an easy feat. But LETHAL WEAPON 2 not only proved audiences wanted more from best buddies, Sgts. Murtaugh & Riggs, but that a sequel could be just as vibrant, alive & — in some ways — superior to the original film. //***Discussions include***\\ The evolution of creating a sequel, tonal variations in the script, challenges & major changes; blending action & darkness with evolved humor, friendship & family all woven into a cop movie; relevant messages, themes & atypical aspects of an action/thriller; breaking down the main & supporting cast; the music, thoughts on the Lethal Weapon sequels/franchise & the sequels of 1989. Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Joe Pesci & Patsy Kensit star in LETHAL WEAPON 2 (1989) // Directed by Richard Donner. //***Picks of the Week***\\ Lindsay’s Pick: BELOVED (1998). Oprah Winfrey, Danny Glover, Kimberly Elise, Thandiwe Newton /// Directed by Jonathan Demme. Justin’s Pick: SWITCHBACK (1997). Dennis Quaid, Danny Glover, Jared Leto, Ted Levine /// Directed by Jeb Stuart. //***MurrayMoment***\\ Bill getting involved with Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival. //***Final Thoughts on LETHAL WEAPON 2.***\\ Next Episode:RESERVOIR DOGS (1992) Please rate, review & subscribe. Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter & YouTube. //Hosts: Justin Johnson & Lindsay Reber // Music: Matt Pace // Announcer: Mary Timmel // Logo: Beau Shoulders. www.dontpushpausepodcast.com [email protected] Be Kind and Rewatch // August 9th, 2022.
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