About this episode

The episode celebrates the 30th anniversary of the blockbuster film Independence Day and discusses its impact on the disaster film genre.

Happy 250th Birthday, America! As we celebrate Independence Day, this week’s podcast also celebrates the 30th anniversary of one of the biggest blockbusters of the ’90s, Independence Day . Joining Jack and Dave is Rory as the guys look back on what it was like to experience Roland Emmerich’s sci-fi epic in theaters in 1996, discuss its lasting impact on the disaster film genre, and rank the greatest movie presidents of all time. It’s a nostalgic celebration you won’t want to miss! Love what you hear? Let your friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • Stitcher Radio • TuneIn • Podchaser • Laughable • Many other podcast directories. SHOP • Swag at TeePublic SUPPORT • Become a patron of the show through Patreon FOLLOW • Reel Chronicles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. • The Cinematic Reel on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest Have a topic you want to hear the guys discuss? Email David at david@thecinematicreel.com . The post 346: ID4: 30th Anniversary appeared first on The Cinematic Reel .

People in this episode

Hosts: Jack, Dave

Guest: Rory

Topics covered

• Independence Day
• 30th Anniversary
• disaster film genre
• movie presidents
• nostalgia

Keywords

• Independence Day
• 30th Anniversary
• Roland Emmerich
• disaster films
• movie presidents

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Reel Chronicles, The Cinematic Reel

Books & works: Independence Day

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