Movies that Define Generation X: The Sequel

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Sep 29

In season one of The 80s and 90s Uncensored, the guys started a list of movies that define Generation X. In this episode of the podcast, Jamie and Milo revisit that topic with their first sequel episode, discussing a few more movies they feel define a generation. Season 1 Episode 14

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