Movie Dumpster

Four weeks before Jurassic Park hit theaters, Roger Corman brought us his own dinosaur movie with 1993's Carnosaur. Tony from ‪@HackTheMovies‬ joins us in the Video Dungeon to talk about this New Horizon Pictures classic featuring special makeup and creature effects by John Carl Buechler and starring Laura Dern's mom! Featuring Dianne Ladd, Raphael Sbarge, and Jennifer Runyon, using a viru...

This week in the Video Dungeon we're looking to the cosmos for a silver savior! SilverMan (2000) is one of the most obscure superhero movies you've probably never heard of — and today, we're diving deep into this strange, forgotten film. Starring Eugene Levy, Joe Pantoliano, and Daniel Baldwin, Silver Man blends drama, crime, and superhero tropes in the most unexpected ways. Is Silver Man the Fant...

This week in the Video Dungeon we're setting off the nuke to close out The Month of Action! We're diving into the gritty, neon-soaked New York chaos of Mutant Hunt — a low-budget 1987 sci-fi action flick packed with killer cyborgs, synth-heavy soundtracks, and all the practical effects madness you expect from vintage Empire Pictures! We break down the wild plot, over-the-top performances, and glor...

As the sun sets on our Summer of Lovecraft event for this year, the moon rises and gives shape to THE UNNAMABLE! In this double feature review, we delve into Jean-Paul Ouellette's cult Lovecraftian horror adaptations: The Unnamable (1988) and its sequel The Unnamable II: The Statement of Randolph Carter (1992). Based loosely on the works of H.P. Lovecraft, these films bring the mythos to life...

Our SUMMER OF LOVECRAFT continues with Necronomicon: Book of the Dead (1993), an underrated horror anthology inspired by the chilling tales of H.P. Lovecraft. Directed by Brian Yuzna, Christophe Gans, and Shusuke Kaneko, this gore-filled gem is a must-watch for fans of practical effects and cosmic horror. Featuring three terrifying tales — The Drowned, The Cold, and Whispers — each more disturbing...

Our SUMMER OF LOVECRAFT kicks off deep in the woods of Dunwich. The Necronomicon has been opened, and the the return of the old ones is imminent! Step into the eerie world of cosmic horror as we dive deep into The Dunwich Horror (1970), the cult classic adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft’s chilling tale. In this review, we explore the film’s psychedelic style, strange performances, and how it captures—o...

This week in the Video Dungeon we're gathering the Dragon Pearls and summoning Shenlong! Looking for the weirdest Dragon Ball movie ever made? Join us as we dive into the bizarre, action-packed, and hilariously unauthorized world of Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins! This 1991 Taiwanese live-action adaptation takes Akira Toriyama’s beloved characters on a wild ride — with questionable wigs, off-br...

It's Mother's Day in the Video Dungeon once again! We're diving deep into the outrageous 1988 cult horror-comedy Flesh Eating Mothers. This forgotten gem of '80s low-budget horror delivers blood, guts, and twisted laughs in a way only vintage B-movies can. Whether you're a fan of grindhouse gore, cheesy practical effects, or just love obscure horror films, this review is for yo...

This week in the Video Dungeon, we're heading to the Great Tree to track some Unicorns! Come take a deep dive into the mystical world of Ridley Scott’s Legend – but not just any version – we’re talking about the Director’s Cut. With a darker tone, restored scenes, and a haunting score by Jerry Goldsmith, this cut brings new life to the cult classic starring Tom Cruise, Mia Sara, and the unforg...

This week we're sparking up that canon, hot-boxing the Video Dungeon, and blazing right into the hazy, hilarious world of Cheech and Chong's Nice Dreams — the third film from the legendary stoner duo! Pass it to the left as we break down this 1981 cult classic filled with talking iguanas, wild police chases, and a LOT of questionable decisions. Is this movie a trippy masterpiece or just a smokey m...

This week in the Video Dungeon we're going full tilt Italian with an in-depth review of Night Killer (1990), a cult slasher film directed by the legendary Claudio Fragasso (Troll 2, Monster Dog) and Bruno Mattei (Robowar, Shocking Dark), and written by Rosella Drudi (Beyond Darkness, Zombi 3). We break down everything you need to know about this cheesy yet thrilling Italian horror flick that h...

For the love of Mike, we're back with a Patreon and Youtube member pick for St. Paddy's Day–Darby O'Gill and the Little People! We dive head first into the pot o' gold of Disney's magical fantasy film that brings Irish folklore to life with leprechauns, enchanted adventures, and downright dark moments. We break down the story, characters, special effects, and timeless charm of this classic film. B...

This week in the Video Dungeon we're leaving the Caribbean and heading to the Big Apple with Vampire in Brooklyn (1995)! Directed by Wes Craven and starring Eddie Murphy, Angela Bassett, and Allen Payne. This film blends horror, comedy, and vampire lore in a unique way, but does it hit the mark or fall flat? Join us as we review Eddie Murphy’s memorable turn as the charismatic yet dangerous vampir...

This week on Ripe Reviews we're winding up The Monkey (2025)! We break down Osgood Perkins' newest horror film that has the horror community in divided opinion. Known for his signature atmospheric tension and psychological thrills, Perkins tackles a classic short story from Stephen King's Skeleton Crew collection. Was this supposed to be a horror-comedy, or comedy-horror? And is The Mo...

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Love is in the air once again down in the Video Dungeon on this Valentine's Day, and this week we're slashing into Lover’s Lane (1999)! In this deep dive, we review the movie’s plot, kills, killer reveal, and its connection to the urban legend of "The Hook." Plus, we take a look at an early performance from Anna Faris just one year before making Scary Movie. With Scream, I Know What you Did Last S...

We're joined by Logan from ‪@videovillaentertainment‬ in the Video Dungeon this week to talk about Michael Caine and disembodied hands again with Oliver Stone's psychological horror cult classic, The Hand! Comic artist Jonathan Lansdale loses his hand in a freak accident and is struggling to cope with the trauma of it all. He begins experiencing black outs and visions of his disembodied ha...

Welcome to our January 2025 LIVE Wrap-Up!

This week in the Video Dungeon we're manifesting our rage into pint sized bundles of terror! Join us for a deep dive into David Cronenberg’s 1979 psychological horror classic, The Brood! Known for its unsettling blend of body horror and emotional trauma, this film pushes the boundaries of fear and family drama like only Cronenberg can. The Brood is a perfect example of why David Cronenberg is...

Gina Casavin (Catherine Parks), born into a wealthy family, brutally murders her latest lover. She assures the psychologist that analyzes her, Dr. Webster (Scott Lincoln), that she has been cursed. While Webster initially deduces that the curse is a ploy by Gina's incestuous cousin to keep her under his power, it is ultimately revealed that Gina has been telling the truth: her great-grandfathe...

We're cracking open the coffin this week in the Video Dungeon and letting that mustache run wild! Get ready for an in-depth look at Nosferatu (2024), the latest gothic masterpiece from visionary director Robert Eggers (The Witch, The Lighthouse, The Northman). This newest incarnation of the 1922 silent horror classic brings a chilling tale of obsession, fear, and the supernatural to life with Egge...

Welcome to our 2024 Year End LIVE Wrap-Up!

This week in the Video Dungeon we're headed to Shermer Illinois! Get ready for a deep dive into one of the most beloved comedies of all time: Uncle Buck! Directed by John Hughes and starring the legendary John Candy. Not only is it a staple of the holiday season, but we are also going to find out if this is John Hughes' best movie starring John Candy? Joining us this week is Tim Nugent from Tapes...

Cough up a buck for your bottle of Tenafly Viper, because we're jumping into the dumpster for a deep dive into one of the wildest "melt-movie" cult horror flicks of all time, Street Trash (1987)! A full-tilt melting pot of chaos, gore, and dark humor that has shocked audiences for decades, we break down everything you need to know about this 80s splatter classic: the insane practical effects, its...

This week in the Video Dungeon, we're blowing a hole in limbo and diving deep into the beloved cult classic, The Monster Squad (1987)! In this iconic film from Fred Dekker and Shane Black, a group of kids team up to save the world from the legendary, and legally distinct, classic monsters Dracula, Frankenstein, The Wolfman, The Mummy, and The Creature from the Black Lagoon! Packed with adventure,...