Cocktail (1988)

In this episode of Once, When I Was Cool, we revisit the 1988 romantic drama Cocktail, starring Tom Cruise, Bryan Brown, Elisabeth Shue and Kelly Lynch.

We explore how this stylish '80s hit mixed ambition, romance and flair behind the bar to become one of the decade's most memorable films. From its chart-topping soundtrack and dazzling bartending sequences to its themes of success, friendship and finding what really matters, we discuss what made Cocktail such a cultural phenomenon—and whether it still holds up today.

Join us as we revisit the memorable moments, share behind-the-scenes trivia, discuss the performances, and decide whether Cocktail remains a timeless '80s favourite or is simply a product of its era.

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