Generation Video Podcast

On this episode we look back at 1995's dark fantasy film The City of Lost Children starring Ron Perlman. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-city-of-lost-children--72641406 We also discuss recent movies #mastersoftheuniverse #disclosureday and #thefurious An international co-production of companies from France, Germany, and Spain, 1995's The City of Lost Children was the second film directed by M...

Its an old school horror episode this week as former Drunken Zombie Bryan Wolford joins us to discuss A Nightmare Elm Street 3 Dream Warriors. We also discuss recent horror hits #Obsession and #Backrooms https://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-nightmare-on-elm-street-3-dream-warriors--72393560

What if you were trapped on an island with your horrible boss? This week we review the new Sam Raimi horror thriller Send Help. We talk about the themes of the film and the cathartic effect it has on audiences, as well as the incredible Danny Elfman score.  https://www.spreaker.com/episode/send-help--72049055 #horror #samraimi #brucecampbell #eviildead #classic #delta88 #thriller #Hitchcock #hitch...

This week Rett gets infected with space madness as we look back at 2009's sci fi horror film Pandorum. Rett considers this film a hidden gem akin to Dark City or Event Horizon - unappreciated at release but an interesting film with several shocking twists and turns.  https://www.spreaker.com/episode/pandorum--71635500

On this week's episode we look back at Robert Rodriguez's 2010 film Machete, starring the legendary Danny Trejo. This film was born out of a fake trailer that played in front of 2007's Grindhouse double feature Planet Terrror and Death Proof. Highly anticipated by devotees of Joe Bob Briggs and fans of old school drive in exploitation films, this ridiculous revenge film did not disappoint at relea...

Last year, Wes showed El Mariachi to Rett. This week Rett is firing back at Wes' Robert Rodriguez pick and raising him Spy Kids, a quintessential movie for any self respecting millennial! From day dreaming about the rehydrator to uncovering trivia about the nightmarish Thumb Thumbs, we had a great time experiencing and reliving this 2000's classic. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/spy-kids--708817...

This week we drift back on to the Tokyo expressway to discuss 1990's Shuto Kousoku Trial 2. A semi-autobiographical film about professional racer Keiichi Tsuchiya, this film adopted an anti-street racing message, thus avoiding the ban the first movie faced. Spanning 6 films in total, the Shuto Kousoku Trial series had a major infulence on video game series such as Ridge Racer, Tokyo Xtreme Racer,...

Just got out of the #imax #scream7 fan event at #amc and we share our first impressions and thoughts. Spoilers and deep dive discussion start at the 11:30 mark.  0:00 Intro and spoiler free review of Scream 7 11:30 Scream 7 deep dive discussion and spoilers https://www.spreaker.com/episode/scream-7--70319545 @screammovies @paramountfilms #scream7

On this episode we look back at 1997's Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery. Written by and starring Mike Myers, this comedy classic needs no introduction. Instead of just quoting the movie for 2 hours, we Instead examine the cultural impact of this James Bond spoof and how it left a lasting mark on movielovers everywhere. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/austin-powers-international-man-of-...

This week we look back at John Carpenter's horror classic The Thing. This movie had the unfortunate timing of releasing two weeks after E.T. in June of 1982. Considered frightening, horrifying, and repellent at the time, it would go on to become a cult hit on home video and is now regarded as one of the greatest horror films of all time. Recently, it also had the honor of being added to the Nation...

This week we look back at the 2010's Clash of the Titans, starring Sam Worthington, Ralph Fiennes, and Liam Neeson. This contentious remake of the 1981 Ray Harryhausen classic sparked a lot of debate upon release with fans of the original film, but found its own audience with a younger generation that grew up playing God of War games on Playstation. Join us as we discuss film and let us know what...

This week we look back at Sir Peter Jackson's 1987 debut film Bad Taste. Blending dark comedy, science fiction, horror and action, this independent feature film was shot on a shoestring budget over a four year period. The story revolves around a small paramilitary force that has to stop aliens from harvesting people for their intergalactic fast food franchise. Its as wacky as it sounds, and worth...

This week we discuss 2005's stoner comedy Tenacious D in The Pick Of Destiny, starring Jack Black and Kyle Gass. This movie was a favorite of Rett's back in the day, but Wes hasn't seen it since release. How does it hold up almost 20 years later? Is it a product of its time or has become a quotable classic? Listen and find out what we thought! Listen on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/t...

Bestselling award-winning author #BrianNiemeier joins us this week to look back at the 1999 pulp adventure classic, The Mummy. Death is only the beginning! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-mummy--68568976 Specter of Empire BackerKit Campaign: https://www.kairospublications.com/soe http://www.brianniemeier.com/ Mummy Narrative Breakdown and Trivia by Movies In A Bottle: https://youtu.be/1CvdTyL...

What's in the basket? This week we look back at Frank Henenlotter's classic horror film debut Basket Case. Is it scary or schlocky? Listen and find out! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/basket-case--68189196 https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/68189196/download.mp3 #80s #horror #Halloween #spooky #spookyseason #basket #case #basketcase #newyork #moma #iloveny #frankhenenlotter #slasher #grindhous...

Uh, hello? Hello, hello! The Ska Geek and his son Silas join us this week to discuss Five Nights At Freddys. We talk about the movie, the games, the lore and more. Remember, this franchise holds a special place in the hearts of children and we need to show them a little respect, right? https://www.spreaker.com/episode/five-nights-at-freddys--68096557 #podcast #film #movie #game #FNAF #FNAFMovie #F...

This week we're digging into the brutal 2006 remake of The Hills Have Eyes. Does Alexandre Aja's take stand up to Wes Craven's 1977 original? We break down the differences and debate: Is this a pointless cash-grab, or a horror remake that actually brings new terror to the table? https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-hills-have-eyes-2006--67998699 #spookyseason #horror #scary #film #movie #desert #m...

This week, Uncle Randy joins us to discuss Terry Gilliam's 1981 film, Time Bandits . We're taking a trip back to the video store to revisit this whimsical, Monty Python-esque fantasy classic. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/time-bandits--67828152 #Time #bandits #timebandits #terrygilliam #fantasy #80s #scifi #action #film #movie #montypython #johncleese #michaelpalin #brianfroud #adventure #littl...

This week, we're taking a look back at Clint Eastwood's 2008 film, Gran Torino. It's been 17 years since this film was released. How does the movie resonate today? Are its themes still relevant in the modern day? Join us as we look back and discuss! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gran-torino--67739777

On this week's episode, we're discussing the 1932 Marx Bros classic Horse Feathers, and its enduring relevance to modern comedy and pop culture. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/horse-feathers--67562200 #groucho #chico #harpo #marx #marxbros #comedy #film #movie #vaudville #broadway #comedy #comedian #comedians #zany #satire #wit #witty

Our most generational divide yet! This week Wes brings the receipts and destroys another one of Rett's childhood classics: 1997's Starship Troopers. This movie has had a resurgence in popularity recently. Does it still hold up? Listen and find out! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/starship-troopers--67477512 #scifi #sciencefiction #action #horror #90s #bug #bugs #robertheinlein #heinlein #pulp #no...

Join us as we look back at the 1986 comedy classic Armed and Dangerous, starring John Candy and Eugene Levy. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/armed-and-dangerous--67309081

This week Rett and Wes discuss 2009's animated film 9, directed by Shane Acker. Listen as we journey to the source in order to protect the future. And be careful not to disturb The Beast! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/9--67224984

This week Wes and Rett welcome back special guest bestseller Cambell finalist and Dragon award winning author Brian Niemeier to discuss 1997's sci fi cult classic The Fifth Element.  https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-fifth-element--67027549 Link to Brian's Nethereal 10th Anniversary Special Edition Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/brianniemeier/nethereal-10th-anniversary-specia...

This week Rett and Wes head into battle to discuss Zach Snyder's film 300. Adapted from the Frank Miller comic, this sprawling epic was highly anticipated in 2006. How does it hold up today? Listen and find out! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/300--66800393 #300 #zachsnyder #gerardbutler #frankmiller #lynnvarley #comic #comics #graphicnovel #sparta #spartan #spartans #thisissparta #Greek #Greece...