Birth of the Razzies: Xanadu (1980) & Can't Stop the Music (1980)
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On this episode of Cult Film School, hosts Adrian and Dion discuss the Golden Raspberry Awards, famously known as the Razzies, an annual ceremony that celebrates the worst in film. They discuss the birthplace of the Razzies, only possible by films Xanadu (1980) and Can't Stop the Music (1980), both of which were critical and commercial failures but have since garnered cult status.   Chapters: 01:07 The 44th Razzie Awards: Winners and Nominees 03:00 The Origins of the Razzies: A Humble Beginning 03:53 Xanadu 25:01 Exploring Xanadu's Legacy and Cultural Impact 31:50 Can’t Stop the Music  32:21 Diving Into the Village People's Cinematic Universe 36:26 Star-Studded Cast: From Guttenberg to Jenner 39:18 Subtext and Controversy: Navigating the Film's Themes 59:18 Camp, Excess, and the Birth of the Razzies   Connect with Adrian & Dion: Instagram ~ @cultfilmschool  Threads ~ @cultfilmschool Facebook  ~ Follow Us! Letterboxd ~ CultFilmSchool Send an Email ~ [email protected]  Don’t forget to leave a rating and review!  
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