Kuffs (1992) and Gleaming The Cube (1989)

In this episode of Late Fee Files, we rewind to the early ’90s and late ’80s for two cult classics that mix action, attitude, and unexpected heart. First up is Kuffs (1992), where Christian Slater breaks the fourth wall as a wisecracking drifter who inherits a private police district and gets in way over his head. Then, we dive into Gleaming the Cube (1989), the skateboarding mystery-thriller that cemented Slater’s status as the king of cool, complete with high-speed board stunts and a surprisingly dark conspiracy. We break down the wild plots, memorable moments, and the way both films embody their...