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80s Cinema ClubEpisode 68 - Beverly Hills Cop 2 (1987)This week we return to Beverly Hills to catch up with our old friend Axel Foley. In his second trip to California he is investigating the alphabet crimes which took a personal turn. From this episode you can expect bigger budget action, some very funny returning characters and maybe a little to much of Eddie Murphy talking constantly. (Sorry for the lateness of this episode)2024-09-2432 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 67 - Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)
Are you ready for another teen film? Well you better be as this week we are reviewing Fast Times at Ridgemont High. This is another classic 80s teen comedy with iconic scenes as well as some hard hitting ones too. Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions as this film includes some fairly uncomfortable scenes, a surfer dude who loves taking his shirt off and a small appearance from Nicolas Cage.
2024-09-1538 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 66 - Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)An absolute classic. The adventure film of all adventure films. This is Raiders of the Lost Ark, the start of a legendary character named Indiana Jones. If you've never seen this film then what are you doing? You're truly missing out! This film has action, adventure, archaeological digs and much more.2024-09-0836 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 65 - Risky Business (1983)When a teenagers parents go away for the weekend, a series of events leads to their son turning their house into a brothel. You would be right to think that took a drastic leap, wait until you hear what else happens. In this episode you can expect some iconic underpants dancing, a tiny little Tom Cruise and some scenes which you definitely don't want to watch with your parents...like seriously, you've be warned.2024-09-0140 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 64 - Christine (1983)A killer car. Enough said really about this weeks review of John Carpenter's Christine. Expect some, but not as much as you wanted of a killer car, in a killer car film.2024-08-2527 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 63 - The NeverEnding Story (1984)Today we review a film about a book, which is about thoughts and imagination which potentially are happening in real life or in a child's head. It's hard to tell. Anyway, this is The NeverEnding Story (except don't worry, this podcast episode does end and you don't have to listen to us forever). From this episode you can except a very tragic death of an animal, some really good practical effects and a dragon who says he likes kids...lets leave it there.2024-08-1832 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 62 - Lethal Weapon (1987)This week we are taking a stroll down the streets of LA and meeting up with Sgt Riggs and Sgt Murtaugh to solve a mysterious murder linked with a larger criminal enterprise. This has got to be one of the best action/cop movies ever made and a personal favourite in general. From this weeks episode you can expect an overly interested therapist, a crazy but not crazy cop and some great one liners such as "I guess we need to register you as a lethal weapon." 2024-08-1137 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 61 - Beetlejuice (1988)What do you think happens when you die? In this film it's different for everyone. For Barbara and Adam, their death meant trying to scare away a family who moved into their home. It may not go so well for them so they hire Betelgeuse...and then it gets worse. In this review of Beetlejuice you can expect some spooky bed sheets, an abrupt death and maybe a slight inspiration from dune. 2024-08-0434 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 60 - E.T (1982)Today we have a visitor from another world who just wants to phone home. Yes, that's right, we are reviewing E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial! Get your bicycle baskets ready as we float away across the moon right into this fun family movie that is by far one of the most well known 80s films. From this episode you can expect maybe evil but maybe not scientists, the discussion on if this film stands the test of time and potential names for the film if it wasn't called E.T!2024-07-2845 min
80s Cinema ClubCinema Club Special: Pixels (2015)You may be thinking this isn't an 80s film... And you would be right! Welcome to our first Cinema Club Special where we review basically whatever we want! For our first special we are taking a look at Pixels with a special guest. This film is all about 80s video game nostalgia and we are here for it! So this week you can expect Adam Sandler and all his friends, Sean Bean being extremely English and some pretty weird things to do with Q*bert.
(Apologies in advance if the audio quality isn't as good as usual...2024-07-2439 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 59 - The Karate Kid (1984)What's that? It can't be? Oh wait! It is! We are back! After way too many weeks away we are finally back and for our first episode we are reviewing The Karate Kid! So get ready to wax on wax off, paint the fence and of course make your best crane kick pose!2024-07-2151 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 58 - Pretty In Pink (1986)It's time for another teen film! This week we are taking a look at Pretty In Pink which is another film written by John Hughes. In this weeks episode you can expect many crossovers from other films we have reviewed, quite a loose plot and an absolute legend named Duckie!2024-05-1237 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 57 - Short Circuit (1986)When a robot is struck by lightning it gains the ability to think for itself and ends up going on a big adventure trying to escape its creators. From this weeks episode on Short Circuit you can expect a police academy reunion, a very stereotypical Indian accent and a few creepy robot moments.2024-05-0546 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 56 - Dead Poets Society (1989)This film really took us by surprise at how amazing it is! The message it sends is timeless and we've never had such a deep conversation on the podcast before. In this weeks episode you can expect a really thoughtful conversation about the themes brought up in the film, talk on how amazing Robin Williams is and we contemplate whether poetry is good or not.2024-04-2837 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 55 - The Monster Squad (1987)We went into this film with very little expectations and are now very shocked with how much we liked it! So this week, join us on a trip round creepy German guys house where we can have a slice of pie and relax as the town gets taken over bu some good old monsters!2024-04-2142 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 54 - Highlander (1986)This week we think it's time for a good Action-Fantasy classic! Join us on a journey to Scotland and beyond as we review Highlander! From this weeks episode you can expect the most Scottish guy in the film to play someone from Spain, some absolutely massive swords that I don't know how get past airport security and some of the coolest one liners ever! "There can be only one"2024-04-0745 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 53 - My Neighbour Totoro (1988)We're back! This week we are taking a nice little stroll into the magical forest to meet all the Totoro's! In this episode you can expect talk on the creepy but cute cat bus, the absolutely amazing animation and a lot of bad pronunciation of Japanese names )sorry).2024-03-3144 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 52 - Evil Dead 2This week we are reviewing a film we never thought we would. After our experience with the first Evil Dead we didn't think we'd be back anytime soon, but here we are, and it's maybe only slightly better than expected. In this weeks episode you can expect the quickest end to a relationship probably ever, some of the dumbest characters ever seen and a literal castle...yes that's right, a castle.2024-03-1734 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 51 - Dune (1984)This week we bring you an episode where the guest doesn't even like the film! We thought doing Dune now would be fitting since part 2 of the modern dune films has just released. In this episode you can expect a space pug, casual nuclear warfare and a baby with more knowledge than you could ever think possible!2024-03-1050 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 50 - Over the Top (1987)Are you ready for this weeks action packed, adrenaline fuelled, truck driving, arm wrestling joy ride of a movie? Well we definitely weren't as there's some mixed feelings about this film going around.. We hope you enjoy our 50th Episode and we than you for listening and supporting the Podcast! Get ready for the next 50!2024-03-0350 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 49 - Planes, Trains and AutomobilesBack to our old friend John Hughes this week with Planes, Trains and Automobiles. It's a bit of a switch from his teen films we have liked so much, will this reflect on our thoughts? From this weeks episode you can expect wet socks, a lot of talk about thanksgiving without showing the dinner and a lengthy conversation about if it would be possible to use a plane, train and automobile in 90 minutes.2024-02-2545 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 48 - The Fog (1980)Bit of a spooky one this week. Another Horror by John Carpenter that focuses on religious aspects to make it just that little bit more chilling. Apart from that, in this weeks episode you can expect a lot of characters who are as thick as the fog, a backstory that seems like a more interesting movie and ZOMBIES......actually I don't think they are zombies, don't really know what they are.2024-02-1848 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 47 - Footloose (1984)For some reason we've been putting this one off for almost a year but it's finally time to cut loose and review Footloose! Come with us too a small town where dancing is illegal and one city boy plans to change that. You can expect some classic 80s music, the slowest game of chicken on the vehicles you would least expect and a lot (and I mean a lot) of DANCING!2024-02-1142 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 46 - Sex, Lies and Videotape (1989)Now this week is a strange one. As you may be able to tell from the title this film is about 3 specific things. And in that sense the film is definitely telling the truth as there is literally nothing going on expect people talking about sex, lies or funnily enough videotape. You can expect an extended conversation about 'garbage' with a therapist, some of the blandest acting ever seen and your two hosts a bit out of their minds because of the unusual recording time of this episode.2024-02-0439 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 45 - Police Academy (1984)This week we are looking at the classic comedy from the 80s that is Police academy! It may not have aged greatly but there is definitely some redeemable qualities that make this film fun to watch. Expect a Christmas song in January, an unfortunate incident with a horse and a romantic relationship with absolutely no development.2024-01-2834 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 44 - The Breakfast Club (1985)This week we are diving back into the world of teen films as we watch one of John Hughes most memorable movies, The Breakfast Club! From this episode you can expect our first guest in over ten episodes, some very serious topics and one of the most iconic ending freeze frames of all time.2024-01-2142 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 43 - Diner (1982)In todays episode we review the 1982 film, Diner. This is an authentic friendship tale about a group of young men just living their lives. You can expect some of our worst jokes yet, the most casually planned affair ever and some strange popcorn placement.2024-01-1431 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 42 - The Transformers: The MovieYou've got the touch! You've got the power! As this week we are taking a look at the animated transformers film following the characters from the original TV series. Expect all your favourite characters to die, no time to pause between action sequences and probably one of the best soundtracks ever.2024-01-0741 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 41 - Die Hard (1988)For our final Christmas adventure we are taking a look at a more controversial film. This is not because of any offensive content but rather its classification as a Christmas film. There's only one film it could be...Die Hard! Take a trip to Nakatomi Plaza with us and John McClane where you can expect weird plane travel tips, the most oblivious limo driver and more than enough festive F-Bombs for the entire year! Also, Merry Christmas Everyone.2023-12-2444 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 40 - National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)Back with another Christmas film! This week we take a drive out to the forest with Chevy Chase to pick out the best tree, as we watch National Lampoon's Christmas vacation. From this episode you can expect way to many Christmas lights, lots of Chevy Chase and some crispy cooked cat.2023-12-1734 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 39 - Scrooged (1988)For our second Christmas special we are taking a look at a modern take on a classic story. That Classic story is A Christmas Carol and we are watching Scrooged! Join us on this adventure to the past and the future where you can expect a barking human, possibly the worst Christmas present of all time and the most happy reaction to being held at gun point.2023-12-1041 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 38 - Santa Clause The Movie (1985)Ho! Ho! Ho! It is time for the first of our Christmas specials! There's no better way to start than with a good old movie about Santa (although there isn't a whole lot of Santa}. From this weeks episode you can expect a cartoonishly evil villain, a whole lot of elf puns and the quickest Santa Clause origin story ever.2023-12-0339 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 37 - Howard the Duck (1986)Join us on earth where Howard the Duck has landed and is getting into all sorts of trouble! Get ready for this George Lucas produced Marvel film which includes an awkward relationship between a duck and a human, a scientist who looks like his body is boiling and duck breasts.....no seriously.2023-11-2640 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 36 - Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986)In this weeks episode we review one of our favourite films alongside a very special guest. This episode is extremely important to us as it is not only an amazing film we are looking at but for us it shows how far we have come in the pursuit of film and the analysis of them. From this extra long episode you can expect quite a lengthy conversation about a teenagers bedroom, discussion of stereotypical 80s high school groups and many memorable quotes.2023-11-191h 21
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 35 - Do the Right Thing (1989)It's hard to put this weeks film into words. Out of the many movies we have covered, this review of 'Do the Right Thing' definitely goes deeper into the symbolism of the events and characters shown in the film. But we like to keep things light, so this week, get ready for Gus Fring if he did the meth and one of the best names of any character ever (Mister Señor Love Daddy).2023-11-1231 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 34 - 1984 (1984)This week we are taking somewhat of a depressing turn into the dystopian world of George Orwell's 1984. This film looks at a version of the world that has been taken over by propaganda and where no ones thoughts are safe anymore. Expect talk on sewer rats, politics and Trigger from Only Fools and Horses.2023-11-0534 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 33 - The Shining (1980)The Shining is seen as one of the best examples of psychological horror ever, so we decided to watch it and judge for ourselves. Will we agree with most people who love it or funnily enough Stephen King who hates it. Expect talk on amazing acting performances, author critiques and Harry's Halloween voice.2023-10-3142 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 32 - Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988)When a spaceship that looks like a circus tent lands on Earth, out of it come the Killer Klowns, ready to torment and kill anyone who they come across. In this episode expect talk on candy floss testicles, acidic pies and a lot of clown names.2023-10-2940 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 31 - Friday the 13th (1980)On our third spooky adventure we are taking a dip into Crystal Lake and reviewing Friday the 13th on Friday the 13th (I can't believe it either). Join us for talk on strip monopoly, murderers weird hiding places and Kevin Bacons neck!2023-10-1341 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 30 - The Evil Dead (1981)One cabin, 5 friends and a really weird book. This week we are taking a look at one of the most famous 'video nasties' to ever exist! That's right, we are reviewing the Evil Dead. In this episode of Sam Raimi madness expect talk on whether a blender is a priority item to take on a trip to a creepy cabin, the practicality of writing in blood and a very strange tree...2023-10-0843 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 29 - A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)In our first scary movie of October we take a look at Wes Cravens A Nightmare on Elm Street. Get ready to follow Nancy up the porridge filled stairs as we talk about bottomless baths, how much blood is in Johnny Depp's body and the insanely short amount of time it takes a 15 year old girl to trap her house home alone style.2023-10-0241 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 28 - Escape from New York (1981)A future over run with crime. So much crime in fact that the entire island of Manhattan has to be made into a prison. It is into this prison that Airforce One crashes and the president is captured and taken hostage. Join us, as we follow Snake on a solo rescue operation to find the most important man in America,. as this week we review Escape from New York. Expect our longest episode yet, lots of talk on Dick Warlock and a massive slag.2023-09-2453 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 27 - The Terminator (1984)This week on the 80s Cinema Club we find ourselves in 1984 where an almost unstoppable covert killing machine is hunting down Sarah Connor. She believes herself to be an ordinary person but she is actually the mother of the saviour of humanity, she just didn't know it yet. Listen to our review of the Terminator as we discuss magically shrinking clothes, stop motion murder robots and the shift patterns of bin men!2023-09-1745 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 26 - Beverly Hills Cop (1984)When Axel Foleys best friend is killed he must leave Detroit and travel to Beverly Hills to find the killers and avenge his friend. A long the way he meets up with an old friend and has some fun with police officers that act as basically just comic relief. Join us this week as we review Beverly Hills Cop!2023-09-1033 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 25 - Honey I Shrunk the Kids (1989)In a suburban home a struggling scientist is trying to make a shrink ray. He cannot get it to work until ,by chance, his children solve the exact problem which was stopping it from functioning but in the process shrinking themself down to a quarter of an inch tall. Follow our review of these kids journey through an oversized back garden (yard) as this week we are looking at 'Honey I Shrunk the Kids'. Expect unqualified medical conversations, a brief mention of Disney's Frozen and of course a load of trivia questions that go horribly. 2023-09-0342 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 24 - The Lost Boys (1987)Come on down to Santa Carla and join us for a stroll on the boardwalk as we review The Lost Boys! This week we take a look at a film that redefined the vampire and how we think of them today. Get ready for comic books, lots of garlic and a new guest on this weeks amazing episode!2023-08-2746 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 23 - Predator (1987)Get ready for some alien fuelled fun, as this week we review the original Predator! Follow us and the big man Arnold deep into the jungle where we discuss the philosophical meaning of an arm wrestle, classic one liners and misuse of some very big guns.2023-08-2042 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 22 - Prince of Darkness (1987)When a priest dies, a satanic secret is revealed and a group of students, teachers and one priest must figure out what to do. Join us as we review John Carpenter's Prince of Darkness! Get ready for an army of bicycle impaling homeless people, some sort of saliva that turns you into a zombie and the anti-god. Hopefully you enjoy this, more than we did the film!2023-08-1336 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 21 - Back to the Future Part III (1990)This week we review the final film in one of the greatest and most iconic movie trilogy's cinema has ever produced, as we review Back to the Future Part Three! Join us on a trip to the old west as we talk steam trains, horse prices and even MORE complicated time travel nonsense that we can't wrap our heads around.2023-08-0628 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 20 - Back to the Future Part II (1989)We are back with our time travelling friends Doc and Marty as we adventure on into part 2! Join us this week for even more confusing time travel talk, a questionable round of trivia and a whole load more time puns.2023-07-3032 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 19 - Back to the Future (1985)Marty is friends with a mad scientist, Dr Emmett Brown who builds a time machine......out of a DeLorean? it is this time machine that sends Marty back to 1955 where he comes between his parents falling in love. He must solve this problem and get BACK TO THE FUTURE! Join us with our guest as we review this 'timeless' classic and discuss how weird and wonderful the first back to the future is!2023-07-2333 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 18 - The Goonies (1985)Today we set out on a quest with our fellow Goonies to find one-eyed Willy's treasure. In this long awaited episode we discuss the meaning of friendship, amazing gadgets and how many ice cream flavours there can possibly be! Get your friends together and visit your local abandoned restaurant as we review The Goonies!2023-07-1646 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 17 - The Outsiders (1983)This week, we join the greasers and follow Ponyboy on a life changing journey. From the death of close friends to becoming a hero this movie really sends home some important messages and shows us what it is really like to be an 'outsider'.2023-07-0937 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 16 - Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988)A cartoon rabbit and a private investigator. One of the most unlikely duos...but somehow it works. Listen to this review of an 80s cartoon comedy and hear our views on creepy animators, iconic character cameos and a set of very, very, very white teeth.2023-07-0237 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 15 - Weird Science (1985)2 boys, 1 computer and the dream to create their own woman. We follow teenagers Wyatt and Gary on their 'weird' adventure in this unique coming of age story. In this review of the 1985 John Hughes film, we discuss the strange antics of Robert Downey Jr, what materials you can supposedly get lingerie in and the secret life of teachers.2023-06-2535 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 14 - Big (1988)Imagine that when you were a child, one day you woke up and aged 20 years in one night, what would you do? Well 13 year old Josh got stuck in this exact situation and went on an adventure of adulthood. Join us as we discuss the highly unregulated hiring process in the 80s, piano dancing and the weird tone of this film that feels like a kids film but really isn't a kids film. Confusing I know!
2023-06-1835 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 13 - The Thing (1982)Would you be able to trust your friends if you knew at least one of them had been infected by a deadly shape shifting Alien? Well the characters in John Carpenters 1982 film The Thing had to come to terms with this very question. Can they survive as the alien [picks them off or will it infect them all take over the world. An even more important question for this week is will Harry actually get any Trivia right? Listen and find out?2023-06-1140 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 12 - Labyrinth (1986)For this episode we venture into the Goblin Kings Labyrinth along with our guest to see if we can make sense of the film. Join us as we discuss the difference between fantasy and reality, what 16 year old American girls do in their free time and the meaning behind David Bowies very visible buge.2023-06-0438 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 11 - Ghostbusters 2 (1989)We're back busting ghosts this week as we take a look at Ghostbusters 2, the sequel to the 1984 classic. Join us as Alfie does some impressions, Harry tries to up his trivia game and we discuss non-scripted undressing.2023-05-2835 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 10 - Ghostbusters (1984)Who you gonna call? GHOSTBUSTERS! That's right, this week we are delving into the beloved Ghostbusters. Join us for a discussion on some very interesting special effects, the great use of improvisation and of course there are some ghosts.2023-05-2133 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 9 - Top Gun (1986)This week, our first ever guest joins us to talk about an 80s classic...Top Gun! Get ready to fly off to the danger zone as we discuss Maverick's frequent rule breaking, the possible message of homosexuality and if the film really does, take your breath away!2023-05-1431 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 8 - Stand By Me (1986)Ever been on an adventure with your friends that you would consider life changing? Well in Stand by Me a group of boys did just that. This week we discuss the amazing Stephen King adaptation and touch on topics such as coming of age, childhood friendships and if anybody really knows what Goofy is?2023-05-0729 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 7 - Raise the Titanic (1980)Ever wondered if it was possible to bring the Titanic back to the surface fully intact? Well we haven't. However this week we review Raise the Titanic which does exactly that. Join us as we discuss the plausibility of it all, cold war influences and how grave diggers need to be more strictly regulated. 2023-04-3030 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 6 - Rain Man (1988)Have you ever wanted to kidnap your disabled brother so you can inherit all your fathers wealth...well Charlie Babbitt did in this weeks episode as we take a look at Rain Man from 1988. Join us on the road from Cincinnati to LA as we discuss the representation of disability, Rain Mans crazy plot and much more.2023-04-2322 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 5 - My Beautiful Laundrette (1985)A film about class, culture and love. This week we take a look at My Beautiful Laundrette, an extremely progressive film for the time in which it released. Hear our thoughts on the film and even some of Harry's history knowledge!2023-04-1625 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 4 - An American Werewolf in London (1981)Well...the title says it all. This week we review the 1981 film An American Werewolf in London where an American Werewolf, you guessed it, is in London. We speak about the amazing special effects and what seems to be the longest ambulance ride EVER, as well as testing each others knowledge on the film to see who knows it best. Don't forget to stick to the path and keep off the moors.2023-04-0933 min
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80s Cinema ClubEpisode 3 - Dirty Dancing (1987)Follow us into a world of dance, love and watermelon as this week we review Dirty Dancing. We speak about topics such as abortion and class difference as well as how the messages of the film are still relevant today.2023-03-2639 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 2 - Brazil (1985)This week we take a look at the 1985 Sci-fi film Brazil. Join us as we discuss air conditioner repair terrorists, an Ikea in Croydon, and much more.2023-03-1937 min
80s Cinema ClubEpisode 1 - Blade Runner (1982)For our first episode, we take a look at the 1982 film Blade Runner. Directed by Ridley Scott and starring Harrison Ford, we discuss Rick Deckard's hunt for replicants, the nature of human emotion, and also if we like the film!2023-03-1240 min