Part 2 of The Summer of Sports - Endless Summer (1966)

In this episode, Rare Cuts Media Society rides the wave of our summer-long arc focused on sports movies—continue with Rob’s Pick: the iconic 1966 Surf documentary Endless Summer

Join us as we discuss what makes this film a unique entry in the world of sports documentaries—whether it’s truly informative or just a glorified highlight reel, the peculiar narration style of Bruce Brown, the unforgettable surf rock soundtrack by The Sandals, and its surprisingly significant influence on pop culture. We’ll weigh in on its successes, its shortcomings, and how its glossy sun-soaked scenes capture the vibe of a 1960s endless summer. Is it a time capsule of surf culture or simply a string of beautiful waves and dry, sometimes questionable, wit? Wax up your board and hang ten with us as we explore this hidden media gem in our summer of sports arc.

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Part 1 of The Summer of Sports - Escape to Victory (1981)

In this episode, Rare Cuts Media Society kicks off a summer-long arc focused on sports movies—starting with Andrew’s Pick: the unlikely combination of World War II and soccer in the 1981 film Escape to Victory (known simply as Victory in the U.S.).

Join us as we unpack this unique blend of war drama, sports action, and star power, featuring Sylvester Stallone, Michael Caine, and soccer legend Pele. We'll dive into the film's tonal shifts, the casting of Stallone, its sometimes unbelievable or unbearable plot twists, and the way real-life athletes shaped the action both on and off the field. Did this oddball sports pic “score,” or did it make us want to escape at halftime? Lace up your boots and get ready—the whistle’s about to blow on another deep-cut cinema discussion!

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Part 4 of Concept albums - Head by: The Monkees (1968)

In this episode, hosts Andrew, Rob, Mike Ross, and Eric dive into Eric’s concept album pick: “Head,” the 1968 cult film and accompanying soundtrack by The Monkees. What starts as a foray into the world of concept albums quickly spirals into a discussion on pop stardom, artistic reinvention, and surreal cinematic experiments. The crew explores The Monkees’ tangled legacy—part manufactured television sensation, part ambitious artists desperate to break free from their fabricated image—and how “Head” attempted, with mixed results, to demolish, satirize, and redefine everything people thought they knew about the band. Along the way, they wrestle with the album’s identity as a concept work, the film's psychedelic structure, celebrity cameos, and why “Head” failed commercially but ultimately became a cult classic. Settle in as we unpack one of the strangest crossroads in pop culture history and decide whether The Monkees’ most infamous creation is a misunderstood masterpiece, a fascinating mess, or somewhere in between.

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