Ep. 128 Megaforce (1982)

Members of Megaforce (Barry Bostwick featured) prepare to confront their foes in Hal Needham's 1982 cult film "Megaforce."

A multinational rapid deployment defense force convenes to stop the advances of a warlord on an African Nation. Tune in as Chris talks Hal Needham, Spandex, and Sexism as the LSCE screens the 1982 cult action classic “Megaforce.” Join us!

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Works Cited:

Falk, Quentin. Harvest Will reap Where It Has Sown. Screen International. May 29th, 1982. 345, pg. 12.

Fox, David. Ruddy Sees Falklands Clash A “Public” Angle Re “Megaforce’ Pic. Variety. April 28th, 1982. Pg. 17.

Har. Film Reviews: Megaforce. Variety. June 30th, 1982; 307, 9. Pg. 20.

Harris, Blake. How Did this Get Made: A Conversation With Al Ruddy, Producer of ‘The Godfather,’ ‘Megaforce,’ And ‘Ladybugs.’ Slash.com May 29th, 2020. Accessed 9/14/2021.

https://www.slashfilm.com/574456/how-did-this-get-made-al-ruddy-interview/

Mann, Rodrick. Movies: ‘Megaforce Spends Megabucks on Arms.’ Los Angeles Times. P. n 40

Maslin, Janet. Megaforce is a Mix of Joviality and Stunts. New York Times. 6/27/1982. Sec 1, Pg. 43.

Summers, Jimmy. Reviews: Megaforce. Boxoffice Magazine. August 1st,1982. 118. 8.

Webster, Larry. Top 10 Most Significant Land Speed Records of All Time. Popular Mechanics. October 1st, 2009. Accessed 9/13/2021. https://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/a4447/4329417/