As one of the rare action movies to get a Criterion Collection release, Armageddon has already been deemed a unique masterpiece. But what makes this film so special? And how did Michael Bay, who started his career with three genuine gems, devolve into such a skilled but lazy big-budget hack?

It’s time to revisit Armageddon in excruciating detail. As such, we’ve brought back Chris of our acclaimed A Star is Born episode to discuss Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck, Billy Bob Thornton, Liv Tyler and the other members of this remarkable cast. We also swoon over Colonel Willie Sharp and give out our friendship MVP awards, all in this comprehensive look back at one of the finest films of the ‘90s, period.

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