In 1982 Space Camp opened in Huntsville Alabama. It was a place that promoted science, math, and the U.S. Space program to young students. The 1980's also saw the launch of the Space Shuttle program. Space exploration was cool to the kids in America.
In 1986 Hollywood wanted to capitalize on this space craze among young kids and released the family friendly adventure film "SpaceCamp". Unfortunately the movie was lost and a financial flop because the country was still in shock and mourning the astronauts lost in the Shuttle Challenger disaster that took place months before "SpaceCamp" hit theaters.
Join Tina and RD as they discuss "SpaceCamp" and wonder if the film was doomed because of the Challenger tragedy, or if it was not a very good movie to begin with.
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"The Space Camp Song!" is written and performed by Jeff Finley
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In 1982 Space Camp opened in Huntsville Alabama. It was a place that promoted science, math, and the U.S. Space program to young students. The 1980's also saw the launch of the Space Shuttle program. Space exploration was cool to the kids in America.
In 1986 Hollywood wanted to capitalize on this space craze among young kids and released the family friendly adventure film "SpaceCamp". Unfortunately the movie was lost and a financial flop because the country was still in shock and mourning the astronauts lost in the Shuttle Challenger disaster that took place months before "SpaceCamp" hit theaters.
Join Tina and RD as they discuss "SpaceCamp" and wonder if the film was doomed because of the Challenger tragedy, or if it was not a very good movie to begin with.
Download the episode for free.
"The Space Camp Song!" is written and performed by Jeff Finley
Christopher Reeve brought Superman to the big screen, and it was a huge success. At least the first two movies were huge successes. After a disappointing Superman III, Cannon Films graabed the rights and tried to bring success back to the Big Blu Boy Scout with Superman IV: The Quest for Peace. Reeve was back along with Margot Kidder and Gene Hackman. Up and coming stars Muriel Hemingway and Jon Cryer were added. Succes seemed to be in the cards. The movie had bad effects, a bad story, and it killed the Superman movie franchise for decades.
Join Ty and RD as they discuss the movie Superman IV: The Quest for Peace and reflect on the legacy of one of the worst films ever made.
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In 1982 Space Camp opened in Huntsville Alabama. It was a place that promoted science, math, and the U.S. Space program to young students. The 1980's also saw the launch of the Space Shuttle program. Space exploration was cool to the kids in America.
In 1986 Hollywood wanted to capitalize on this space craze among young kids and released the family friendly adventure film "SpaceCamp". Unfortunately the movie was lost and a financial flop because the country was still in shock and mourning the astronauts lost in the Shuttle Challenger disaster that took place months before "SpaceCamp" hit theaters.
Join Tina and RD as they discuss "SpaceCamp" and wonder if the film was doomed because of the Challenger tragedy, or if it was not a very good movie to begin with.
Download the episode for free.
"The Space Camp Song!" is written and performed by Jeff Finley
