Unspooled Armageddon
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Aug 22, 2024 
This week, Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck, and Liv Tyler join the discussion on the 1998 action classic, delving into its campy charm and box office success. They critique Michael Bay's audacious filmmaking style and explore the film's impact on disaster cinema. The trio reflects on the absurdity of non-experts saving the world, the romantic ties to "Titanic," and the power of the iconic Aerosmith ballad. Humor and nostalgia blend as they unpack character dynamics and societal norms, all while celebrating the quirks that have made it a lasting favorite.
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Dueling Disasters
- Two films about asteroids hitting Earth, "Deep Impact" and "Armageddon," were greenlit simultaneously.
- This created a race between studios to release their film first.
Spielberg's Asteroid Movie
- Steven Spielberg wanted to make an asteroid movie since the 70s, but other projects delayed it.
- This delay led to a writer pitching the idea to Disney, who then created "Armageddon," a rival film.
Bay's Competitive Edge
- Michael Bay, known for his competitiveness, reportedly snuck into "Deep Impact's" editing room.
- He allegedly stole dailies to ensure "Armageddon" was bigger and more impactful.