Episode 768: Big Trouble in Little Trouble, A Retro Movie Review
About this episode
The episode reviews John Carpenter's 'Big Trouble in Little China', discussing its unique blend of genres and Jack Burton's role as an unconventional action hero.
The Blasters & Blades Podcast“Everybody relax, I’m here.” This week, we’re hopping into the Pork-Chop Express and driving straight into the subterranean neon underworld of Chinatown. That’s right… we are reviewing John Carpenter's absolute masterpiece of 80s cheese, Big Trouble in Little China! We’re breaking down why Jack Burton is the greatest “action hero who is actually the sidekick” in cinematic history, the incredible practical effects, and how this wild mashup of kung fu, ancient sorcery, and American truck-driver swagger ever got greenlit. It’s all in the reflexes! Seriously, lend us your eyes and ears, you won't be sorry!! Co-Hosts: JR & JanaWe work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandleyOur LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcastToday's SponsorMy Luck by Mel Todd: https://a.co/d/02PivLTYCheck out the Movie!Movie Link: https://www.amazon.com/Trouble-Little-China-Kurt-Russell/dp/B000QUCQX8/Movie Link…
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