How Did This Get Made? Con Air LIVE! (Re-Release)
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Jan 3, 2025 
Seth Grahame-Smith, the talented author behind 'Pride and Prejudice and Zombies,' joins the hosts for a hilarious dive into the cult classic Con Air. They chat about Nic Cage’s memorable Southern accent and John Cusack's questionable fashion choices. The conversation turns to John Malkovich's legendary death scene, and the group's love for airplane movies is palpable. With witty banter, they explore the film's absurdities, the ethical dilemmas of self-defense, and the unexpectedly dark humor in its character dynamics.
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Initial Reaction
- Paul Scheer initially disliked Con Air.
- He found it more enjoyable upon rewatching, comparing it to Jagermeister.
Plane Movie Preference
- June Diane Raphael mistakenly believed Con Air was another airplane-themed film.
- She realized she enjoys movies set on planes due to heightened stakes.
Cage's Age
- Nicolas Cage's character, an Army Ranger, seemed too old for the role.
- Jason Mantzoukas and Seth Grahame-Smith found this detail unrealistic.
