The Hitcher

In this episode, the crew discuss the 1986 movie 'The Hitcher.' They share their personal experiences with the film and delve into various aspects of the story. They talk about the cult status of the movie and its impact on their lives. They also discuss the theme of bad police work in the film and the decision to pick up a hitchhiker. The DREAM TEAM highlight Rutger Hauer's character and share their biggest problem with the movie. Lastly, they reminisce about their experiences with station wagons. In this conversation, we discuss the movie 'The Hitcher' and highlight the questionable choices and unbelievable situations that occur throughout the film. They delve into specific scenes, such as the gas station encounter and the highway chase, and analyze the actions of the characters. COBWEB also critique the police incompetence portrayed in the movie and discuss the motives of the hitchhiker. They explore the significance of certain scenes, like the finger in the French fry bag, and examine the dynamics between the characters. The conversation concludes with a discussion of the final showdown between the protagonist and the hitchhiker. In this conversation, JOSH will talk one-sidedly about various aspects of the movie 'The Hitcher'. They critique the unrealistic action scenes and the illogical decisions made by the characters. They also debate the ending of the movie and suggest alternative endings. The DREAM TEAM then analyze the character of John Ryder and discuss the supernatural elements in the film. They also comment on the poor police work depicted in the movie. Overall, they give the movie a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Takeaways The movie 'The Hitcher' features questionable choices and unbelievable situations that may challenge the viewer's suspension of disbelief. The police incompetence portrayed in the movie raises questions about their effectiveness and decision-making. Certain scenes, such as the gas station encounter and the highway chase, stand out for their intensity and suspense. The motives of the hitchhiker and the actions of the characters contribute to the tension and unpredictability of the film. The action scenes in 'The Hitcher' are unrealistic and defy the laws of physics. The characters in the movie make illogical decisions, leading to dangerous situations. The ending of the movie could have been improved by exploring supernatural elements or introducing a twist. The police work depicted in the movie is criticized for being ineffective and poorly executed. The character of John Ryder is interpreted as a supernatural force or a personal demon for the protagonist. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background02:53 The Hitcher: A Cult Classic06:52 Josh's Love for the Movie12:59 Bad Police Work22:56 Rutger Hauer's Character25:54 Josh's Biggest Problem with the Movie26:59 The Station Wagon28:08Questionable Choices and Unbelievable Situations29:20 The Gas Station Scene30:10 Hitchhiking and Hitchhiker31:09 The Highway Chase32:08 The Phone Call33:03 The Station Wagon34:00 The Hitcher's Motives35:11 The Gas Station and Phone Booth36:13 The Police Incompetence37:08 The Gas Station Fire38:31 Jennifer Jason Leigh's Character39:00 The Gas Station Scene Revisited40:14 Questionable Decisions41:07 The Finger in the French Fry Bag42:35 The Police Interrogation43:12 The Police Chase45:23 The Texas Highway Patrol46:57 The Jail Escape48:02 The Hostage Situation49:31 The Helicopter Chase50:28 Nash's Decision52:08 The Bus Scene53:03 The Police Shootout54:21 The Helicopter Shooting55:39 The Truck Stop Motel56:18 The Final Showdown56:33 Discussion about the action scene in the movie57:17 Critique of the unrealistic action sequence58:00 Desire to own the truck from the movie58:34 Discussion about the characters' decisions59:12 Analysis of the illogical actions of the characters59:38 Discussion about the ending of the movie01:00:10 Interpretation of the character John Ryder01:01:08 Critique of the police work in the movie01:02:17 Suggestion for a better plan to save the girl01:03:31 Debate about the ending and the character's choices01:04:06 Discussion about the supernatural elements in the movie01:05:03 Comparison to the movie 'Fallen'01:06:15 Critique of the police work in the movie01:07:36 Analysis of the characters' pride and its consequences01:08:05 Discussion about the unrealistic action sequence01:09:11 Explanation of the car not starting01:10:37 Interpretation of the character John Ryder01:11:03 Critique of the ending and suggestion for a better ending01:12:10 Discussion about the missed opportunity in the ending01:13:22 Explanation of the alternate ending01:15:03 Debate about the alternate ending01:16:12 Rating and final thoughts01:22:06 Surprise call from a listener01:23:53 Final thoughts and conclusion