The Rewatchables ‘The Running Man’ With Bill Simmons and Kyle Brandt
Apr 30, 2024
Bill Simmons and Kyle Brandt rewatch 'The Running Man' and discuss its impact on Schwarzenegger's career, nostalgia for 80s action, and fictional TV show ideas. They analyze character dynamics, propose a remake cast, and explore the evolution of one-liners in movies.
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Arnold's Turning-Point Film
- Kyle Brandt and Bill Simmons recall how the Running Man marked Arnold's rise toward stardom after Predator.
- They describe it as a fun, silly film that showcased Schwarzenegger approaching his prime.
Modern Remake Needs A Clear Tone
- Consider Edgar Wright and Glenn Powell as plausible creative leads for the remake when updating tone and pacing.
- Kyle Brandt suggests Wright's direction might make a modern remake work.
A Long Island Iced Tea Of 80s Tropes
- The movie sits at an intersection of 1980s pop culture ingredients: bodybuilding, wrestling, aerobics, and cable-era spectacle.
- Brandt calls it a