We've been around the world, from London to the Bay—that's just the far-reaching 'enthusiasms' that Fully Operational generates. And with this week's episode, you can't touch this...because we're talking The Untouchables, directed by Brian De Palma and written by our month's main man, David Mamet.
But, first, as per usual, we delve into what we watched this week. Goodman starts off with some amazing observations about Top Gun—a movie he knows and loves—then he reveals whether or not Waist Deep, starring Tyrese and Meagan Good, is the Bonnie and Clyde-style hidden gem that it aims to be. Next, Dre breaks down the Chinese sci-fi blockbuster, The Wandering Earth, based on the Cixin Liu novella, which is available on Netflix, and, for additional Netflix good measure, The Wrong Missy, starring David Spade and Lauren Lapkus in a star-turning role (according to Dre).
Then we get into the ledger and discuss all things Untouchables, including De Palma's effective direction, Morricone's masterful score, Connery's Oscar-winning performance, Costner's nerdiness, De Niro's transformation, and more.
Dre whips up an ice cream cookie sandwich in this week's BOOM! (Based On Other Movies):
Last, The Quote Parade rolls down Lake Shore Drive revealing all the quotes we did on the pod because...that's the Chicago way!
Coming up next week, we finish off David Mamet month with his 2004 political/military, mystery/thriller: Spartan.
SONG CREDITS:
Theme music: "70s Funk" by Frank Cogliano
What we watched music: "Let's all go to the lobby" by Jack K. Tillar (lyrics)
Connery Contest game music: "Plain Sailing (60s TV Theme)" by CorduroySound
BOOM! music: "Daddy O" by Little Red Church
Closing music: "This is My Jam" by Will Van De Crommert
The Quote Parade music: "Pelican Parade" by Richard J. Freitas and Geraldine Brioso
