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In 1985, the sci-fi comedy, Real Genius, hit theaters. Perhaps ahead of its time, its message made it a bit different from many other college-themed films that had come before it.

While not a blockbuster, the film would develop a cult following and had a great run on cable TV and home video.

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In 1985, the sci-fi comedy, Real Genius, hit theaters. Perhaps ahead of its time, its message made it a bit different from many other college-themed films that had come before it.

While not a blockbuster, the film would develop a cult following and had a great run on cable TV and home video.

Retroist Podcast Episode 278 (Real Genius)

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