Mark Bluestein of Alamo Drafthouse St. Louis returns to Mostly Superheroes to talk cult classics, repertory programming, and why older films often outperform new releases. From Twin Peaks and The Evil Dead to D&D nights, Kevin Smith stories, and the power of moviegoing community, this episode pulls back the curtain on modern cinema culture.

• 00:00:00 – Studio intro, honorific jokes, Alamo schedule setup

• 00:05:00 – Repertory titles outperforming new releases, Twin Peaks sellout surge

• 00:10:00 – David Lynch deep dive, Twin Peaks theatrical history

• 00:15:00 – January lineup wrap‑up: Hard Boiled, Twilight parties, movie‑party culture

• 00:20:00 – Transition into February preview, Elvis tease, rep‑title strategy

• 00:25:00 – February lineup planning, Big Show concept, early blockbuster hints

• 00:30:00 – Crafting‑and‑movies series, Phantom of the Opera, reptile joke, Interview With the Vampire

• 00:35:00 – Big Show blockbusters revealed: There Will Be Blood, The Shining, Gladiator, The Dark Knight

• 00:40:00 – Interstellar, summer movie ramp‑up, Marvel slate, Endgame rerelease + Doomsday setup

• 00:45:00 – Trailer philosophy, avoiding spoilers, Marvel marketing critique

• 00:50:00 – Community events, trivia nights, charity taps, Alamo as community hub

• 00:51:00 – Closing reflections on Alamo experience, theater quality, programming philosophy

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In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we take a deep look at Our Friend, Martin (1999), the powerful animated film that introduces young audiences to the life, leadership, and moral courage of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The film follows two middle school friends who are magically transported through time, meeting Dr. King at pivotal moments in his life. By blending animation with real historical events such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the March on Washington, Our Friend, Martin makes civil rights history accessible, personal, and deeply human.

We discuss why this film still matters today, how it communicates the principles of nonviolence, equality, and compassion, and why its message extends far beyond the classroom. Featuring an extraordinary voice cast including Ed Asner, Angela Bassett, LeVar Burton, Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, Samuel L. Jackson, James Earl Jones, Oprah Winfrey, and Dexter King as the voice of his father, the film stands as a rare and thoughtful piece of historical storytelling.

This episode explores the lasting lessons of Dr. King’s legacy and reminds us that progress is not just something we study from the past, but something we carry forward through our own actions every day.

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This week on Mostly Superheroes: Friday LIVE!, Logan Janis runs through urgent St. Louis tornado relief efforts, exclusive movie news from Alamo Drafthouse, and what’s coming next on the podcast. From repertory screenings and early movie reviews to upcoming guests and community events, this is your quick-hit guide to the weekend.

Timestamps & Topics:

• 00:00 – Welcome to Mostly Superheroes & Friday Live intro

• 00:45 – What Friday Live is & how to watch/listen each week

• 01:53 – St. Louis tornado relief update & call for community help

• 02:20 – Danni Eickenhorst (HUSTL Hospitality) tornado recovery message

• 04:32 – How to get involved with ongoing tornado relief efforts

• 04:57 – New 2026 interview: Pizza Battle & wrestling talk with Andy Taylor

• 05:38 – Exclusive movie access thanks to Alamo Drafthouse & Allied Global Marketing

• 06:20 – Major Alamo Drafthouse St. Louis repertory news (The Dark Knight!)

• 06:47 – Tease: possible celebrity appearance at a local theater

• 07:47 – Early, spoiler-free movie reviews from Scotty Scoop

• 08:52 – Netflix throwback recommendation: Hit and Run (2013)

• 09:38 – Upcoming events, conventions & insider screenings

• 10:07 – Future podcast guests & interviews preview

• 12:00 – Fan voicemail line, newsletter & ad-free episodes

• 12:43 – Supporting the indie podcast, sponsors & deals

• 13:24 – Final sign-off & Friday wrap-up

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