Almost Classic Movies
Welcome to Almost Classic Movies, the podcast where two movie fans talk about movies. From epic adventures like Lord of the Rings to iconic comedies like Wayne's World and Ferris Bueller's Day Off, we explore a blend of almost classics, cult favorites, seasonal gems, and even actual classics. ("Almost Classic Movies" is frankly just a catchy title that riffs off a particular TV program).
It's just two friends talking movies—one loves production trivia, while the other enjoys simply watching and soaking in the story. We strive for evergreen content, so you can pick an episode anywhere and dive right in. If you like what you hear, share it with a friend, family member, or maybe even Chris Hemsworth or Ryan Reynolds... That'd be pretty cool.
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Almost Classic Movies
A Goofy Movie!.... Is Basically The Odyssey?
Is A Goofy Movie secretly Disney’s version of The Odyssey? Jon and Donald say yes—if Odysseus wore overalls, danced on stage with a pop star, and bonded with his awkward teen son over fishing and Bigfoot.
In this episode of Almost Classic Movies, the guys break down one of Disney’s most underrated gems:
- Why A Goofy Movie still hits as hard for nostalgic 90s kids (and their parents).
- The hidden brilliance of the soundtrack (yes, “Eye to Eye” is still a banger).
- Parallels between Goofy and Max’s road trip and the hero’s journey.
- The unexpectedly emotional father-son themes that hit different as adults.
- Iconic moments: Lester’s Possum Park, Bigfoot, the map switch, and THAT Powerline concert.
They’ll also dive into the animation quirks, cult following, and why this movie deserves to stand alongside Disney’s bigger blockbusters.
🎧 Whether you’re a longtime fan or watching it for the first time, this episode will make you want to grab some Cheez Whiz, queue up Disney+, and hit the open road with Goofy and Max.
✅ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How A Goofy Movie went from mid-tier release to cult classic.
- The hilarious (and oddly accurate) Odyssey comparisons.
- Trivia you probably missed—like Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck’s cameos.
- Why this father-son story is one of Disney’s most relatable films.
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Contact:
Email: almostclassicmovies@gmail.com
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Co-Hosts:
Jon K.
Donald S.
Podcast Production:
Wayfare Recording Co.
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