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THE WIZARD

THE WIZARD

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1989's THE WIZARD may not be a masterpiece, but it remains one of the most nostalgic movies ever made for Gen X gamers and Nintendo fans. In this episode of the Retro Nostalgia Podcast, Chad and Cristina revisit the cult classic starring Fred Savage, Christian Slater, Jenny Lewis, Luke Edwards, and Beau Bridges. Along the way, we relive the excitement of Super Mario Bros. 3, the Power Glove, Nintendo's Game Counselors, Video Armageddon, and the video game craze that defined the late 1980s.

Was The Wizard really just a 90-minute commercial for Nintendo, or is there more to this beloved road-trip adventure than critics gave it credit for? Join us as we discuss the film's legacy, its portrayal of autism, memorable scenes at Universal Studios, and whether The Wizard still holds up for modern audiences nearly four decades later.

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