#154 - "The Naked Gun" (1988) with Ben Carpenter, Chris McMichen & Nicholas Pepin

In this episode of the 80's Flick Flashback Podcast, host Tim Williams and co-hosts Ben Carpenter, Chris McMichen, and Nicholas Pepin dive into the classic comedy film 'The Naked Gun.' They discuss their first impressions, memorable scenes, character analyses, and the film's impact on comedy. The conversation also touches on trivia, behind-the-scenes insights, and the film's rewatchability. The hosts share their thoughts on the reboot and reflect on the legacy of the film, highlighting its humor and iconic moments.

Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:

• The device that compelled characters to accept commands to kill someone is similar to what the parasitic life forms in "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan" did.
• Leslie Nielsen's line about shooting the Shakespeare in the Park performers is a close parody of a line Clint Eastwood said about shooting a rapist in "Dirty Harry".
• In 1988, The Naked Gun, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, and A Fish Called Wanda formed an accidental "steamroller trilogy." Despite their differences, all three classic comedies released that year feature a character getting flattened by a steamroller.

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Sources:

Wikipedia, IMDB

https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/71895/18-fun-facts-about-naked-gun

https://www.watchmojo.com/articles/top-10-hilarious-facts-about-the-naked-gun-1988

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