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We are back just in time for the holidays to talk about one of the lesser projects to hit screens in 1999, Inspector Gadget starring Matthew Broderick and Rupert Everett. Jared and Andrew talk about why fans of the cartoon were irritated with this movie when it came out, where the story and utilization of the classic cartoon characters went very wrong, and reminisce about that amazing McDonald's Happy Meal Toy promotion that came out along with movie's release all those years ago.  Next time: The Story of Us starring Bruce Willis and Michelle Pfeiffer! Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

After some time off, we are back (and not with Inspector Gadget, sorry!) In honor of Halloween, we are covering what is perhaps the biggest horror film, and one of the biggest overall films of 1999: The Blair Witch Project. We talk about how this film came to be and why the creators decided to create their own "Blair Witch", the unique audition process for this movie, and how the film's cast of three pretty much made every bit of dialogue up on the spot. Happy Halloween, everyone! Next time: Inspector Gadget. Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

This week, in our first ever "based on a true story" film covered on this podcast, we dissect the story behind Michael Mann's critically acclaimed film, The Insider. We talk about how they were able to get this film made even with Jeffrey Wigand being under NDA, what happened when Mann met one of the real-life producers of 60 Minutes when they were filming the movie, and why we think this might be one of the best journalism movies out there.  Next week: Disney's Inspector Gadget.  Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

For this week's episode of the pod, coming a day later than usual, we're traveling back to high school to visit a classic 90s rom-com: Gil Junger's 10 Things I Hate About You. We discuss how this film ended up producing one of the most iconic casts of all time, how writers Karen McCullah and Kirsten Smith completed drafts of the script via fax machines and snail mail, and what director Gil Junger though the moment that Heath Ledger walked into the audition room. Andrew still hates Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, and makes sure we all know it. It's a fun one this week! Next episode: Michael Mann's The Insider, based on a true story, starring Russell Crowe and Al Pacino.  Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

Hey, hey everyone! This week, we're traveling to none other than Sesame Street, U.S.A. for The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland. We talk about how the Sesame Street became one of the most popular children's shows of all times, why this is only one of two Sesame Street films ever made, and the toy that launched Elmo's mass popularity in the United States. Also, some of the reviews we read for this film were written by children and they're guaranteed to make you laugh.  Next episode: the iconic 1999 rom-com 10 Things I Hate About You! Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

This week, we talk about that Kevin Costner baseball movie! No, not Field of Dreams or Bull Durham: it's 1999's romantic-drama/sports movie For Love of the Game! We talk about why this is actually considered an iconic "New York Yankees" movie, the similarities between Kevin Costner and his character, Billy Chapel, and how we almost got an R-rated cut of this film (and thankfully didn't). Also, Jared really likes the Snyder Cut of Justice League and Andrew has to listen to it. It's a good one this week. Play ball! Next week: we head down to none other than Sesame Street for The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland! Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

This week, we venture into our first "art" film on this podcast, The Polish Brothers' debut feature, Twin Falls Idaho. We talk about the challenges that the twin brothers faced when it came to making their film independently, how they managed to pull off the "conjoined-twin" aspect of the film without using CGI, and Andrew still hates Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. This is a long one, so enjoy! Next week: the Kevin Costner-led sports film For Love of the Game. Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

Queue up the historical documents and fire up the ship because we're heading to another galaxy entirely for this week's episode as we discuss the sci-fi/comedy epic Galaxy Quest! We talk about how this film changed from script to screen, all of the film's incredible behind-the-scenes production stories, and why the marketing department at DreamWorks struggled to come up with a way to push this film. We also discuss why this film is so special to so many people, and why it is technically known as one of the greatest Star Trek films out there. Join us as we venture to a galaxy far, far away! (But not the one that you're thinking of, we already did that one in the first episode!) Next week: Twin Falls Idaho Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

For this week's episode, we travel to Thailand to discuss the Jonathan Kaplan-directed drama Brokedown Palace. We talk about why this film couldn't actually be filmed in Thailand, how this film ended up producing its own craft beer, and why Claire Danes was banned from ever setting foot in the Phillippines. It's a wild one this week, and we're looking forward to bringing you along on this journey! Next episode: the sci-fi comedy epic Galaxy Quest! Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

We are back this week, and oh boy do we have a film for you. This week, we're talking about Garry Marshall's The Other Sister, an unconventional romantic comedy starring Juliette Lewis, Diane Keaton, Tom Skerritt, and Giovanni Ribisi. We discuss the representation of intellectually disabled people throughout the history of Hollywood, why this movie ended up being filmed in San Francisco instead of Chicago, and why this movie was able to get made in the first place.  Next week: we talk about Brokedown Palace, starring Kate Beckinsale and Claire Danes. Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

What better way to say goodbye to 2020 and hello to the New Year than with a film that pits Arnold Schwarzenegger against Satan? We can't think of a better way, so we're talking about End of Days, the action/horror flick starring Arnold himself and Gabriel Byrne! We talk about why there was such a rush to make this movie before the end of 1999, why critics weren't big fans of the film, and why Arnold was disappointed in the final product. We also go off on a few tangents, as per usual. Enjoy and Happy New Year! Next episode: we talk about the rom-com The Other Sister, starring Juliette Lewis. Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, everyone! As a special Christmas episode, we are talking about our first straight-to-video film from 1999, Disney's Mickey's Once Upon A Christmas! We get deep into the history of how straight-to-video Disney films came to be, why voice actors have some of the best careers in Hollywood, and a fact that made Andrew extremely happy when researching this episode. Next week, we will return for our last episode of 2020 with the Arnold Schwarzenneger sci-fi/horror New Year's Eve film, End of Days.  Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

This week, we venture from England to Los Angeles to check in with Steven Soderbergh's cult classic, The Limey! We talk about the conflicting visions of the film between Soderbergh and screenwriter Lem Dobbs, how the editing process was so unique for this film, and whether or not this film would have worked if the script stayed exactly as Dobbs had envisioned it. It's a fascinating look at an intriguing film, so we hope you enjoy! Next week: just in time for the holidays, our first straight-to-video film. Disney's Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas! Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

This week, we head back to high school for 1999's Trippin', starring Deon Richmond and Donald Faison! We talk about how little information there is about this movie that's currently out there, we give an abridged version of black history in cinema, and discuss why there is always a huge agreement gap between critics and fans when it comes to high-school/teen comedies. Plus, we talk about one of the most absurd (and absolutely real) video games we've ever come across.  Next week: Steven Soderbergh's The Limey, starring Terence Stamp. Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

This week, we finally travel down to West Caanan, Texas to meet up with the team in 1999's sports dramedy Varsity Blues! We talk about why high school football was (and continues to be) such a big deal in certain parts of the United States, how the film is far different on-screen than how it was marketed to audiences, and we learn what a Sports Coordinator does on the set of a film!  Next week: 1999's Trippin'!  Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

Hey! So remember how we said we were gonna do Varisty Blues for our next episode? Yeah, sorry about that. That's NEXT week. Given that the most important U.S. election of our lifetime is coming up this Tuesday, we thought it would be a good idea to revisit Alexander Payne's 1999 black-comedy, Election, starring Matthew Broderick and Reese Witherspoon. We talk about the biggest differences between the original novel and the movie, how the movie has aged over time, and why the comparison between every female politician and Tracy Flick needs to be retired. Also, we talk about the importance of voting. If you are in the United States, GO AND VOTE.  Visit whenweallvote.org and votesaveamerica.com for more information on voting. Stay safe, and make your voices heard this Tuesday (or earlier, if you can!) Next episode: we head to Texas for the teen sports dramedy Varsity Blues! Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

This week, we're getting our passports and traveling to Cuba! We discuss the Wim Wenders'-directed documentary Buena Vista Social Club on this week's episode of the podcast. We talk about the tight conditions under which Wenders had to film the documentary, why there was an issue with the term "world music" at the time of this films' release, and you get to hear Jared mispronounce a bunch of names! It's a fun episode.  Next episode: we head back to the United States (Texas, to be more specific) for the teen romantic comedy Varsity Blues! Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

This week, we explored Neil Jordan's romantic period-piece, The End of the Affair, starring Ralph Fiennes and Julianne Moore! We talk about the films' massive attention to detail with costumes and set design, the similarities between this film and its previous adaptations, as well as a rather creepy website we found about "boy actors". No, we're not kidding....but you'll have to listen to find out more! Next week: Buena Vista Social Club (our first documentary!) Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

Last week, we covered Virus, a film that is regarded as one of the worst films of all time. This week....oh boy. We went in with the best of intentions, but we determined that 1999's The Haunting is a film that does not stand the test of time. Join us as we take a walk through the massive set pieces that adorn Hill House, explaining how the film was originally set to involve Stephen King and Steven Spielberg, why this film was so popular despite being "not good", and Andrew even tells us about his sleep paralysis demon. It's quite terrifying, and almost more terrifying than the actual film. So, strap in! Next week: The End of the Affair. Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support

Jamie Lee Curtis, the star of this week's film, is on record as saying this movie is "the absolute piece of shit". Join as we board an abandoned ship and venture into a film that....doesn't always make a lot of sense. This week, we take on the January 1999 sci-fi/horror flick Virus, starring Jamie Lee Curtis, Donald Sutherland, and William Baldwin. We talk about how the film rose from its origins as a Dark Horse comic book, how the crew actually filmed mostly on location, and how the special effects and make-up in this film warrant giving this film a second chance.  Join us next week as we head to Hill House for 1999's adaptation of The Haunting. Follow The Podcast: Twitter: @The1999Podcast Instagram: @the_1999_podcast Follow Jared Stossel Twitter: @JaredShameless Instagram:  @heymynameisjared Follow Andrew Tucker Twitter: @TUCKmeinatnight Instagram: @craftdrew --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/1999-podcast/support