First Blood

Don't deny John Rambo a meal. Just don't.

 

In this episode, Greg has Susan Watch 1982's "First Blood." The two discuss the fine line this film skates between a serious 1970s style film about how we treat Vietnam veterans and an extreme 1980s action flick.

 

Susan and Greg also discuss the performances of Sylvester Stallone as John Rambo, Brian Dennehey as Sheriff Teasle, and Richard Crenna as Colonel Trautman along with trivia regarding the original casting choices, script direction and more.

 

Sources referenced:

First Blood: Understanding the Themes & Subtext of an Action Masterpiece (Analysis) - Story Drive: https://youtu.be/elbsS6VDNNc 

 

First Blood Actors Interview: https://youtu.be/ZePH9o8w3ss