Six Days, Seven Nights (1998)

"If you've ever wondered if David Schwimmer could rival Harrison Ford as a romantic lead, Six Days, Seven Nights has your answer—and it's a resounding 'eh.'"

 

Episode Description

In this episode of Movie Memory Machine, Landen and Truman set sail on the 1998 adventure rom-com Six Days, Seven Nights. From questionable gender dynamics to the film's absolute refusal to decide if it’s a rom-com or an adventure movie, our hosts grapple with Harrison Ford’s rugged charm, Anne Heche’s would-be breakout, and David Schwimmer’s oversized suits. Spoiler: They’re not on the island—they’re lost at sea.

 

Major Cast and Crew

• Director: Ivan Reitman
• Writer: Michael Browning
• Main Cast:
  • Harrison Ford as Quinn Harris
  • Anne Heche as Robin Monroe
  • David Schwimmer as Frank Martin
  • Jacqueline Obradors as Angelica
  • Allison Janney as Marjorie

 

Film Synopsis

Overworked fashion editor Robin Monroe (Anne Heche) reluctantly accepts a short-notice work trip while on vacation with her fiancé Frank (David Schwimmer). She enlists grizzled cargo pilot Quinn Harris (Harrison Ford) to fly her—but a freak storm crash-lands them on a deserted island. As Robin and Quinn contend with the wilderness, hostile pirates, and each other’s personalities, sparks fly in unexpected ways. Meanwhile, Frank finds comfort with a very willing Angelica (Jacqueline Obradors). Will Robin and Quinn escape—and should they?

 

Episode Highlights

• Landen’s theory of the "Schwimmer-Pullman Conundrum": When the “other guy” is too likable to root against.
• Truman’s deep dive into the genre of "tropical blues" as performed by Taj Mahal.
• The mystery of why this adventure film has no actual adventure.
• An exploration of Anne Heche’s career and the cultural backlash of her relationship with Ellen DeGeneres.
• Pirates: LaCroix flavor or critical plot point?

 

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