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An Immortal Classic: Highlander (1986)
April 11, 2024
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In this podcast episode, Frank and Steve discuss the 1986 film Highlander, exploring its premise of battling immortals and delving into its themes of immortality and humanity. They reminisce about the movie's initial release and its evolution into a cult classic, highlighting its stylistic direction, memorable soundtrack by Queen, and its lasting impact on fans and the genre. Additionally, the discussion touches on the movie's sequels, the potential for a remake, and the broader cultural significance of immortality in storytelling.
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In this podcast episode, Frank and Steve discuss the 1986 film Highlander, exploring its premise of battling immortals and delving into its themes of immortality and humanity. They reminisce about the movie's initial release and its evolution into a cult classic, highlighting its stylistic direction, memorable soundtrack by Queen, and its lasting impact on fans and the genre. Additionally, the discussion touches on the movie's sequels, the potential for a remake, and the broader cultural significance of immortality in storytelling.
You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places:
https://atozhistorypage.start.page
www.beyondthebigscreen.com
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https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feed
email: steve@atozhistorypage.com
www.beyondthebigscreen.com
Parthenon Podcast Network Home:
parthenonpodcast.com
On Social Media:
https://www.youtube.com/@atozhistory
https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypage
https://facebook.com/atozhistorypage
https://twitter.com/atozhistorypage
https://www.instagram.com/atozhistorypage/
Music Provided by:
"Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Steve Guerra is a historian and podcaster who hosts three different shows. He started with the History of the Papacy Podcast in 2013. In 2017, Steve began Beyond the Big Screen, a podcast that delves into the fascinating stories behind films through lively interviews. His newest show, Organized Crime and Punishment, takes a deep dive into the roots, evolution, and impact of organized crime across different cultures and countries.
