Hearts on Fire: The Definitive Ranking of 80s Movie Montages

What happens when you only have 90 minutes to tell a really long story, and you cannot take the time to expand on the entire plot? That would be the old movie making adage of putting in a montage. You can easily streamline your story and show growth by the characters from being really bad at something to becoming a pro in 3-4 minutes. Throw in a kick ass 80’s hype song, and they become unforgettable moments in any great movie. This week we’re taking a look at our favorite montage moments from particular movies that used this filmmaking trick better than others. We’ll rank our top 10 favorite montages from 80’s movies, and hopefully not miss any of the classics, pointing out why each montage is awesome and should always be remembered. The mix of rousing music, energetic editing, and strong emotional beats made montages not just memorable but integral to the tone and impact of 80s movies. They often encapsulated the film’s core themes in just a few minutes, leaving a lasting impression. Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/iq8iShjXOLb Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/id1662282694 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/11dk5TUoLUk4euD1Te1EYG?si=b37496eb6e784408 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1960c8f9-158d-43ac-89a6-d868ea1fe077/totally-80s-and-90s-recall YouTube Podcasts: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH9lGakNgCDZUkkHMUu88uXYMJu_33Rab&si=xo0EEVJRSwS68mWZ Keywords: 80s Movies, Movie Montages, Training Montage, 80s Cinema, Rocky IV, Karate Kid, Movie Podcast, Totally 80s and 90s Recall Contact Us: Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall  Email: [email protected] LinkTree:https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Voicemail: (509) 426-4542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.