Film Scripts and Action Genres

The speaker expresses admiration for the screenwriting duo Alexander Payne and Jim Taylor, highlighting their authentic scripts for films like 'Sideways' and 'About Schmidt'. They also mention the influence of William Goldman's flawless scripts, such as 'All the President's Men' and 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid'. Additionally, the speaker reflects on their fondness for 1980s popcorn movies like 'Lethal Weapon' and 'Die Hard', which elevated the genre with quality execution.

Which film duo is praised for their authentic and well-crafted scripts?

• Steven Spielberg and George Lucas

• Christopher Nolan and Jonathan Nolan

• Alexander Payne and Jim Taylor

• Joel Coen and Ethan Coen

Which of the following scripts is NOT mentioned as a work by William Goldman?

• All the President's Men

• The Princess Bride

• Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid

• Sideways

What genre do the films 'Lethal Weapon' and 'Die Hard' belong to?

• Romantic Comedy

• Science Fiction

• Horror

• Action

Which decade is associated with the speaker's favorite action films?

• 2000s

• 1990s

• 1980s

• 1970s

What is the speaker's opinion on the 1980s action films?

• They were too serious for their time.

• They elevated their genre despite potential silliness.

• They were silly and not worth watching.

• They were poorly made.