Hey Cannon Cruisers fans! JD and Randy here. Today, in our summer sports special, we're diving into the 1986 American sports comedy-drama film, The Best of Times.

Directed by Roger Spottiswood and written by Ron Shelton, this film stars Robin Williams and Kurt Russell. It follows two friends attempting to relive a high school football game after losing it miserably ten years prior. Robin Williams plays Jack Dundee, a man haunted by his failure to catch the winning pass, while Kurt Russell portrays Reno Hightower, his best friend and former star quarterback.

Join us as we break down the film's unique blend of sports action and comedy. We'll discuss the film's memorable performances by Williams and Russell, the dynamic with their on-screen wives, and the movie's exploration of themes like redemption and moving on from past failures.

Hey Cannon Cruisers fans! JD and Randy here. This week, we're diving into the 1986 skater drama, Thrashin'.

Directed by David Winters and starring a young Josh Brolin, Robert Rusler, and Pamela Gidley, this film is often described as "West Side Story on skateboards." However, the film's plot is more reminiscent of The Karate Kid, centering on a young skateboarder, Cory Webster (Brolin), who faces off against a local gang called the Daggers while falling for the sister of the gang's leader.

Join us as we break down the film's unique blend of skateboarding action, 80s punk aesthetics, and its cult classic status. We'll also discuss the film's memorable soundtrack featuring hits from The Bangles, Devo, Meatloaf, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and the early appearances of legendary skateboarders like Tony Hawk and Tony Alva.

Hey Cannon Cruisers fans! JD and Randy here. This week, we’re diving into the 1986 sports drama film Youngblood.

Directed and written by Peter Markle, Youngblood stars Rob Lowe, Patrick Swayze, and Cynthia Gibb. This film follows 17-year-old farm boy Dean Youngblood, played by Lowe, who travels to Canada to join a junior hockey team, the Hamilton Mustangs. Along the way, he navigates the challenges of the sport, the fierce competition, and his own personal struggles.