BONUS - "Six Pack" (1982) with Chris Adams & Ben Carpenter
Rediscover a hidden gem of the 80s! While "Six Pack" (1982) may not be a blockbuster, it holds a special place in the cultural memory of many who grew up in that era. This forgotten flick, perhaps where some first learned about love, life, and the charm of Kenny Rogers, offers a unique blend of humor and drama.
Join us as we delve into the seemingly absurd, yet utterly charming, premise: a washed-up race car driver finds a second chance when he encounters a group of orphaned, trouble-making, but mechanically gifted kids. Their journey to redemption is complicated by a corrupt local sheriff, leading to a memorable tale.
On this special bonus episode of the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast, Tim Williams, with guest co-hosts Chris Adams and Ben Carpenter, dusts off "Six Pack" and explores its enduring, if overlooked, appeal.
You won’t find this forgotten 80s Flick archived in the Smithsonian or on any list of Oscar-winning films. However, for thousands, maybe even millions, of Americans who grew up in the 1980s, it still holds a significant place in their cultural memory. It may be where they learned to curse, learned about love, and were introduced to the charm of country music superstar, Kenny Rogers.
The premise may seem absurd in hindsight. A washed-up race car driver, looking for a second chance, catches some kids stealing auto parts in a small Texas town. After giving chase, he discovers they are orphans who are better at repairing race cars than staying out of trouble. A corrupt local sheriff then pursues Kenny and the kids, leading to a healthy mix of humor and drama.
So load up the camper, turn down your belt-buckle radio, and shake the dew off your Lilly as Tim Williams and guest co-hosts Chris Adams and Ben Carpenter discuss “Six Pack” from 1982 on this special bonus episode of the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast.
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Sources:
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https://savingcountrymusic.com/the-essence-of-kenny-rogers-captured-best-in-six-pack-movie/
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Chris Adams
Podcast Host
Hi! I am Chris Adams, host of the retro movie podcast Retro Life 4 You: Movies & More. I am a huge fans of everything 80's and 90's from the movies to the tv shows to the music, toys & more.
Ben Carpenter
Ben grew up steeped in 80s movies. His love of film led him to start making his own short videos during his teen years in the late 80s, then he attended the film school at Florida State University in the early 90s. Today, Ben is an aspiring empty-nester who acts in community theater and loves talking movies with friends.
