🎥80s macho films had a certain charm and structure that appealed to audiences.
🎞️Films like Roadhouse and Dirty Dancing had a contrasting appeal in terms of masculinity and emotion.
😂Richard Ayoade finds humor in the lack of subtext and straightforwardness in films like Roadhouse.
📚Ayoade wrote the book 'Gordy and Me' to explore the decline of macho films and his personal experiences.
🎬Ayoade's film projects have faced challenges, but he hopes to make another film in the future.
What are some examples of 80s macho films that Ayoade discusses?
—Ayoade mentions films like Roadhouse and Dirty Dancing as examples of 80s macho films with contrasting appeals.
Why did Ayoade write the book 'Gordy and Me'?
—Ayoade wrote the book to explore the decline of macho films and share his personal experiences.
What does Ayoade find appealing about films like Roadhouse?
—Ayoade finds humor in the lack of subtext and straightforwardness in films like Roadhouse.
What did Ayoade discover while watching mainstream films for his book?
—Ayoade realized that there were many mainstream films he had not watched and wanted to explore their appeal and influence.
What are Ayoade's thoughts on his film projects?
—Ayoade has faced challenges with his film projects, but he hopes to make another film in the future.
00:00Richard Ayoade discusses the appeal of 80s macho films and his book 'Gordy and Me'.
03:58Ayoade finds humor in the lack of subtext and straightforwardness in films like Roadhouse.
09:57Ayoade wrote the book 'Gordy and Me' to explore the decline of macho films and his personal experiences.
12:25Ayoade discusses his thoughts on mainstream films and their appeal and influence.
14:28Ayoade shares his thoughts on his film projects and his hopes to make another film in the future.
