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Hi-5 Podcast: Top 5 Memories About Independence Day

20 years ago, a movie was released that would change the game of the film industry forever. Back in 1996, Independence Day hit theaters, and even though many remember this movie as the blockbuster that spurred the comeback of the science fiction genre or the film that turned Will Smith into a legit movie star, Independence Day was an important movie for many other reasons. It evolved both the special effects and marketing efforts surrounding that type of blockbuster film. Join Dj Seth O and special guest Alan, author of the hit movie blog Reel Speak, as they count down the top 5 memories from the film's release 20 years ago!

Tune in and find out the answers to these questions...

  • At the time in 1996, who was considered the actor with top billing in Independence Day?

  • What were the interesting commercial concepts Independence Day released that were early forms of viral marketing?

  • What opinions do DJ Seth O and Alan have regarding the release of the upcoming sequel?

  • What tricks did Independence Day use to make the destruction of the monuments look so realistic? Hint: it isn't C.G.I.!

  • What does Alan believe is the legacy of Independence Day is 20 years following the release of the movie?

Find out on this episode of the Hi-5 Countdown Podcast... Top 5 Memories About Independence Day

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