1980s-films
How ‘Three Amigos!’ Launched Steve Martin and Martin Short’s Sweet 35-Year Bromance
They’d never hung out before starring in the silly sendup of movie-star ego. In honor of their upcoming ‘Only Murders in the Building,’ we look back at a lasting bond that’s far richer than your usual friendship.
‘The Brave Little Toaster’ Traumatized a Generation of Children
Think ghosts, witches and murderers are scary? Clearly you’ve never seen a film about kitchen appliances having existential crises.
A Salute to ‘We Don’t Need Another Hero (Thunderdome),’ Tina Turner’s Forgotten ‘Mad Max’ Anthem
In the midst of her well-deserved 1980s comeback, the iconic singer decided to play the villain in ‘Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome.’ The soundtrack smash that accompanied the film may be a bit cheesy, but it’s had a surprising afterlife in the worlds of high art and indie-rock.
Emilio Estevez and the Scourge of the ‘Brat Pack’ Straitjacket
With ‘The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers’ waiting in the wings, Martin Sheen’s son has struggled to escape a belittling Gen X label he never asked for
