Retrospection

In this episode we take a look at The Return of Swamp Thing from 1989. This Jim Wynorski comic book movie is a very loose sequel to Wes Craven's original, and is very different in tone and look. But does it hold up for us today? Along the way Paul battles with Swamp Thing Dookie, Colin remembers the great punk 'Rob Genitals', and both argue about fruity cheesecake. Do you know where your banana mu...

In this episode we join Sam Treadwell as he searches for the perfect woman in the cult classic, Cherry 2000, from 1987. Along the way we discover that Paul considers himself a gourmet, and wants a certain robot for Christmas. While Colin reveals a shocking lack of knowledge about barbed wire (not the film, the object). Music is from the Cherry 2000 soundtrack music suite by Basil Poledouris.

In a change to our scheduled episode, while Colin is off on a secret 00 mission, Paul is joined by guest presenter Adam. Adam discusses his love of no-brain 90s action movies whilst Paul's sobriety is once again called into question. Intro Devo "Girl You Want" Outro Joan Jett and Paul Westerberg "Let's Do it (Let's Fall in Love)"

In this episode we take a drive into crazy town as we watch John Carpenter's In the Mouth of Madness (1994). Paul reveals a surprising fascination for certain aspects of anime, and Colin spends too much time on little old ladies. Intro and outro music by John Carpenter.

In this episode we take a sprint through Logan's Run from 1976. Colin wonders if living in a Utopia is worth dying at thirty, while Paul contemplates the deeper emotions of his love for 70s scifi fashion. Is this influential scifi movie still worthy of a watch or do we wish our crystals had turned black before the end? Only one way to find out...... Intro and outro music by Jerry Goldsmith. 

Due to Paul coughing and sneezing over everything our regular episode has been delayed. So in the meantime enjoy this slightly different special episode, in which I take a look at Bullit from 1968 and see how it was influenced by European cinema. Music by Ennio Morricone.   

In this episode we uncover the truth and throw on the shades as we take a look at John Carpenter's scifi cult classic, They Live, from 1988. Along the way we create an new type of audiobook, attempt a terrible bit of acting, and spend too much time discussing cheese. Intro and outro music is from They Live by John Carpenter.

In this episode we take a look at Die Another Day from 2002. Pierce Brosnan's last outing as the sophisticated British spy was the biggest grossing Bond film until Casino Royale, but divided opinions on its release. Will the same happen to us? Meanwhile, Paul reveals a fear of two headed women and mixes up a musical space walk with the sounds of the imperial march, and we ponder where supervillain...

In this episode we take the law into space as we journey to BBC's short-lived scifi series, Star Cops, from 1987. Meanwhile, Paul battles with his Alexa and Colin defends against an onslaught of chocolate bar puns. Music, Star Cops theme, "It Won't be Easy Without You" by Justin Hayward. 

In this episode we double down with Hammer's Twins of Evil from 1971. It's a right British horror with the twin delights of Mary and Madeleine Collinson ably supported by stalwarts Peter Cushing and Dennis Price. Meanwhile, Paul stands up for all cinematically victimized uncles, explains what you can do with an ox and a wheelie bin, and Colin worries about the surivival of a long distance Viennett...

In this episode we're parachuting into 1978 with Andrew V. McLaglen's, all-star cast, action-film, The Wild Geese. Starring Richard Burton, Richard Harris, Roger Moore and a whole host of British acting royalty. Meanwhile, Colin discovers a long lost organ, and Paul decides that spinal alcohol crystals are a life goal, not a life lesson. Opening music is the The Wild Geese Overture by Roy Budd, an...

In this episode we take a look at the first attempt at a live action version of 2000AD's most famous creation, Judge Dredd. We join Sylvestor Stallone and Armand Assante as they tackle the infamous lawman in Danny Cannon’s 1992 scifi blockbuster, Judge Dredd. As we reveal every spoiler Paul gets obsessed with removing his helmet, Colin worries about Little Mic, and both get annoyed by Rob Schneide...

In this episode we're taking a look at Michael Crichton's Runaway from 1984. Meanwhile Paul dreams about the only robot he would ever want, and takes a tough stance on venom spitting robotic spiders (but runs away from real ones). Colin wonders if Lois is more than just a robotic house robot for lonely Ramsay, and tries out, another soon to be forgotten, catchphrase. Music from the Runaway by Alan...

In this episode we set sail with the Steven Seagall actioner Under Siege from 1992. As the one man battle chef beats off terrorists armed with a whisk and an Uzi, we battle the will to live. Paul misunderstands how sound works underwater and Colin dreams of giant cakes. Intro and outro music from the Under Siege soundtrack by Gary Chang.  

It's chocks away as we take a look at Biggles Adventures in Time from 1986. A very British time traveling adventure film that has become a cult classic. Along the flight we discuss Neil Dickson's appearance as Biggles in the Pet Shop Boy's film, we ponder if any movie can be improved with a helicopter stunt and how Peter Cushing always adds class. We discovers Paul's 'alleged' dislike of vegetable...

In this episode we leap into Quantum Leap, a scifi, time travel series that ran from 1989 to 1993. The series followed the exploits of Dr. Sam Beckett as he leaps into different people in different times, trying to put right what once had gone wrong. Throughout his missions he's assisted by Al, who appears as a hologram and can only be seen by Sam. Music from Quantum Leap by Mike Post If you'd lik...

In this episode we take a look at The Omega Man from 1971, based on the 1954 novel I am Legend by Richard Matheson. Charlton Heston stars as the "last man on Earth" after the population is devestated by a plague. So join us as we watch Heston randomly gun people down and give his trademark grin. Remember, spoliers galore so watch the film first.  Intro music - The Omega Man Theme by by Ron Grainer...

In this episode we throw on our balaclavas and swing through a window as we take a look at the thriller, Who Dares Wins (also known as The Final Option), from 1982. Be warned, there's spoilers and rudeness in equal measure.   Opening and closing music: Who Dares Wins Theme by Roy Budd    

In our Chrismas episode we punch our way through Rocky IV from 1985. This time Rocky isn't just fighting one man, he's fighting a whole nation. So join us as we discuss Stallone's boxing franchise and which Christmas films take our fancy. Music, Burning Heart by Survivor and No Easy Way Out by Robert Tepper.

In this episode we're plucky enough to duck into an early Marvel outing with Howard the Duck from 1986. So is this eggcellent or is it just poultry?  Download and find out as we carve it up and argue about this George Lucas produced oddity. But beware, there's spoilers galore and, of course, fowl language. - Intro and Outro music by Thomas Dolby, performed by The Cherry Bombs

In this episode we throw our Glaive into the air and see if the Peter Yates fantasty epic, Krull, is a hit or a miss. The most expensive movie of 1983 was a huge bomb at the box office, but does it deserve that poor reception? Join us and find out.  Music, Krull opening theme and end credits by James Horner

In this episode we take a machete to Jason X, the tenth outing for Jason from 2001. This time he's in space and he's about to get an upgrade.  Intro and Outro music by Henry Manfredini  

Due to technical issues this podcast sounds terrible, so apologies for the quality. Anyway in this episode we take a look at the 19th Carry on film from 1970, Carry on up the Jungle.    Music Intro: Carry on up the Jungle theme by Eric Rogers - Outro: Carry on Suite peformed by the BBC Concert Orchestra

In our first special short episode we provide an audio commentary for the first episode of the 80's cartoon series, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. So join us as He-Man deals with The Cosmic Comet. Insightful thoughts, and interesting information are just two of the things not on this podcast To best enjoy this you should watch the episode while listening. The episode is currently availabl...

In this episode we prepare for the Quickining as we hack our way through Highlander Endgame from 2000. It's the fourth theatrical release in the Highlander universe and crams together the film and the TV universe... sort of. So join us as we close our first series of Retrospection (we're back in a month). Intro: Highlander Endgame Theme by Nick Glennie-Smith with vocals by Loreena McKennitt - Outr...