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“There’s never been a superhero like Ace Hunter!” Michael returns to discuss MegaForce with Matt & Todd. The futuristic international military team that wants to ensure “The Good guys always win! Even in the 80s”. Their motto: “Deeds not Words” but since this is a podcast, words are all we have! “Are you Man Enough for MegaForce?” Because girls aren’t allowed! MegaForce stars Barry Bostwick, Persi...

Matt and Todd duck for cover as the bullets fly in this blood soaked crime thriller about the Depression Era bank robber. Starring one of the greatest actors of the 60s and 70s Warren Oates. Also starring Ben Johnson, Michelle Phillips, Harry Dean Stanton and Richard Dryfuss. Directed with rapid fire ferocity by John Milius

A far better movie than it has any right to be. Excellent performances by Julian Sands and Richard E Grant guided by veteran horror director Steve Miner make this a must see horror flick. An underrated cult classic.

Mike joins Matt & Todd once again for an apocalyptic road trip. Very loosely based on the novel by Roger Zelazny, this sci-fi adventure film bombed at the box office but has since become a cult classic. Starring Jan-Michael Vincent, George Peppard, Dominique Sanda & Jackie Earl Haley. This episode is dedicated to Dizzie & Finnegan. Our recently departed dogs.

One of the best films to capitalize on the JAWS formula. Instead of one giant killer fish, we’re treated to hundreds of small killer fish. Bradford Dillman & Heather Menzies race against time to save as many people as they can from genetically engineered Piranha. Directed by Joe Dante. Also featuring Kevin McCarthy, Dick Miller & Keenan Wynn

The movie that destroyed Matt & Todd’s foolish preconceived notions on International Filmmakers. In the early 90s one of the greatest action directors in cinema history left Hong Kong to make films in the USA. His first American film was Hard Target, one of TV/Movie Rewinds Top Ten Action films. Matt & Todd consider Hard Target to be Woo’s best American made film and Star Jean-Claude Van Damme’s b...

Matt & Todd discuss filmmaker William Lustig’s magnum opus Maniac Cop 2. A rare example of a sequel being superior to the original. Once again two masters of exploitation films, Lustig and Larry Cohen deliver a highly entertaining experience. Starring Robert Davi, Claudia Christian, Bruce Campbell, Laurene Landon and Robert Z’Dar as Matt Cordell, The Maniac Cop.

Matt & Todd are joined by Shawn to discuss the 1981 drama TAPS. Timothy Hutton leads an amazing cast. Sean Penn, Tom Cruise, Giancarlo Esposito are proud military cadets. When they learn their academy is going to be closed they arm themselves and occupy the campus, demanding the school remain open. Are they heroes, or terrorists? There’s no easy answer. Also starring George C Scott and Ronny Cox.

Matt & Todd discuss Tremors. One of the first movies of the 90s is also one of the greatest movies of the 90s. One of the most fun monster movies of all time. Directed by Ron Underwood. Starring Kevin Bacon, Fred Ward, Finn Carter, Michael Gross and Reba McEntire

Matt & Todd discuss the dramatic action thrilling Uncommon Valor. The 1983 POW/MIA rescue film that beat Rambo: First Blood Part II to the theaters by two years. It was even helmed by Ted Kotcheff, director of First Blood. Starring Gene Hackman, Reb Brown, Fred Ward, Randall “Tex” Cobb, Tim Thomerson, Patrick Swayze, Harold Sylvester and Robert Stack.

“Cryyyyyyyy little sister…” Matt & Todd discuss one of the greatest films of the 80s. Richard Donner’s production, The Lost Boys. Directed by Joel Schumacher. Starring: Jason Patric, Corey Haim, Corey Feldman, Jamison Newlander, Jami Gertz, Kiefer Sutherland, Dianne Wiest, Edward Herrmann and the scene stealing Barnard Hughes.

Starring Sylvester Stallone and Kurt Russell the last 80s action movie should be an amazing movie. Unfortunately the production was a nightmare. The director and the producer were at odds, the script was constantly rewritten, and filming ran late and $20 million over budget. Somehow, Tango & Cash still manages to be a watchable and entertaining film. It just falls far short of its potential.

Our coverage of The Superfriends cartoon series continues. In our 3rd installment Mike returns again to discuss the 4th, 5th & 6th seasons. The 4th season known as The World’s Greatest Super Friends set a series high for storytelling. Seasons 5 & 6 are fun & entertaining, but unfortunately seem to fall back in the goofiness of early seasons. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram &MovieMattSirois and...

Matt and Todd discuss the 80s teen drama The Legend of Billie Jean. A group of teenagers go on the run and become outlaw celebrities. They never meant to break the law, they never meant for anyone to get hurt. They just wanted what was fair, and “Fair is fair!” Starring: Helen Slater, Christian Slater, Martha Gehman, Peter Coyote, & Yeardly Smith.

Matt and Todd discuss the haunted house mystery chiller starring George C Scott. A slow burn suspense film that’s more about giving you the creeps as opposed to delivering shocks and jump scares. Directed by Peter Medak. Follow us on Twitter & Instagram @MovieMattSirois Find us on Facebook under The Movie Asylumof The Weird, Bad & Wonderful

Matt & Todd discuss the incredibly grim, gritty, dark, violent vigilante film The Exterminator. This is a different type of thriller. It has more in common with the serial killer genre. Be forewarned. This is a good movie, but it is NOT a fun movie. Written & directed by James Glickenhaus. Starring Christopher George and Samantha Eggar, and Robert Ginty as John Eastland: The Exterminator

Mike joins Matt & Todd once again to continue their coverage of The Super Friends. This time it’s the 3rd season from 1978. Many consider this season to be the pinnacle of the classic Saturday morning cartoon. An hour long block that featured the classic lineup in a half hour episode followed by Challenge of the Super Friends which featured 11 Superheroes vs 13 Supervillains. The Justice League of...

Matt & Todd rewind to over 80 years ago to discuss the classic adventure film Beau Geste. No movie other film’s opening has grabbed hold of Matt’s attention like Beau Geste. Mystery, suspense, and adventure combine to make this tale of The French Foreign Legion unforgettable. Starring Gary Cooper, Ray Milland, Robert Preston, Brian Donlevy & Susan Hayward. Follow us on Twitter & Instagram & MovieM...

Matt & Todd discuss the Roger Corman’s action oriented space opera. It’s Star Wars meets The Magnificent Seven starring Richard Thomas, Robert Vaughn, George Peppard and Sybil Danning. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @MovieMattSirois Find us on Facebook under The Movie Asylum of The Weird, Bad, and Wonderful

Hooray for Hollywood! It’s our biggest induction ceremony ever. Matt & Todd are joined by returning guests Shawn and Mike to add a new members to The TV/Movie Rewind Hall of Fame. Who will join previous honorees James Coburn, Kurt Russell, John Carpenter and others in the Hall of Fame.

Ninja III: The Domination is a lot of things. It’s a martial arts action movie, it’s a possession/exorcism movie and even a romance movie. One thing it’s not, is A SEQUEL!!! Listen along as Matt & Todd discuss this insane, yet incredibly entertaining entry in the ninja movie genre. Starring Sho Kosugi, Lucinda Dickey and a seemingly endless army of cops! Follow us on Instagram & Twitter @MovieMatt...

Matt & Todd investigate the strange case of NYPD Officer Matt Cordell, The Maniac Cop. An amazing blend of horror, action, and police procedural, this cult classic was created by William Lustig and Larry Cohen. Starring Bruce Campbell, Tom Atkins, Robert Z’Dar, Laurene Landon and Sheree North. Directed by William Lustig. Follow us on Twitter & Instagram @MovieMattSirois

Matt, Todd & special guest Mike discuss the second season of Super Friends! The 1977 season that introduced The Wonder Twins and their space monkey Gleek! Black Vulcan, Samurai and Apache Chief all made their debut in this series. Listen as they talk about this Saturday morning favorite that still delights nearly 50 years later. Follow us on Instagram or Twitter @MovieMattSirois and follow us on F...

Matt & Todd discuss a nearly forgotten film from 1981. The science fiction/conspiracy thriller by Michael Crichton. Starring Albert Finney, James Coburn & Susan Dey. Featuring an awesome 80s title theme by Sue Saad. Follow us on Twitter & Instagram @MovieMattSirois. Find us on Facebook under The Movie Asylum of The Weird Bad & Wonderful

Matt & Todd discuss one of the biggest and best disaster movies of all time. Irwin Allen’s production of The Towering Inferno. With featuring one of the most spectacular casts in cinema history. Paul Newman, Steve McQueen, William Holden, Faye Dunaway, Fred Astaire, Jennifer Jones, Robert Vaughn and many more! Follow us on Twitter & Instagram @MovieMattSirois