Unclear and Present Danger

Sneakers (feat. Mike Duncan)

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May 14, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Childhood Discovery Stamped The Movie

  • Mike Duncan recounts first seeing Sneakers on video as a 12- or 13-year-old and watching it dozens of times since.
  • He estimates having seen the film 25–30 times over thirty years.
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Enduring Comfort Movie

  • Mike Duncan described Sneakers as a comfort movie he revisits repeatedly over decades.
  • He says its rewatchability and nostalgic charm keep it personally significant.
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Small-Scale High-Quality Thrillers Age Well

  • The hosts emphasize the film's cast and script make it age well despite modest reviews at release.
  • They argue the movie's modest scale and solid writing would be celebrated if released today.
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