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An irreverent glance at the film and TV of yesterday. Does the entertainment of our youth still hold up today, or have we changed too much? Two old friends, Paul and Colin, laugh, argue, criticize and occasionally remember that they’re doing a movie podcast.
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Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
It's time to unleash our animal instincts, but luckily Paul's finally been house trained, so we can take a look at the short-lived, fantasy, crime show, Manimal from 1983. Along the way Colin wonders how police consultants actually work, Paul wonders why he had the annual to a show he didn't see, and we both try to work out the logistics of Manimal's powers, (spoiler, we fail).
Enjoy!
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
There's strange noises coming from Retrospection Towers, and it's not just Paul after curry night. No, we've become possessed by the spirit of Ghostwatch (1992), BBC's pseudo-documentary that scared a nation.
Along the way Paul worries about his stains, Colin spends too much time researching glory holes, and they both talk watersheds and red triangles.
The pipes, they are calling........
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Colin's escape attempt failed, and he's back to making sure Paul behaves himself. This time we've got our dancing shoes on and we're ready to groove with the heavy sounds of, Voyage of the Rock Aliens (1984), the cult American musical starring Pia Zadora and Craig Sheffer. Along the way Colin reminiscences about Dusty Bin, Paul reveals his future Vegas act, and they both help the environment by recycling old jokes.
Sunday Sep 10, 2023
Sunday Sep 10, 2023
While Colin's away, Dave has stepped in as Paul's carer. Can he manage to keep Paul on point as they discuss the American TV series, Tour of Duty (1987-1990)? Find out in another fun-filled episode (not guaranteed).
Along the way, Dave reveals his price, Paul recalls the fun of Video Plus, and they reminisce about ITV local regions. Can it get more explosive than that?
Monday Aug 21, 2023
Monday Aug 21, 2023
In this episode we're haunting the archives of ITC and checking out the cult 1969 TV show, Randall and Hopkirk (Deceased). Along the way Paul promises to haunt Colin for the next 100 years, Colin informs Paul where he's headed, and we come up with our own reboot ideas.
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Tune in and drop out to another episode of Retrospection. This time we're dialing in a request to Jack 'Nighthawk' Killian, better known as the cop turned radio talks how host on, Midnight Caller, an American drama series that ran from 1988 to 1991.
Along the way Paul tries more of his jokes, Colin thinks he should start charging for all the therapy he's providing Paul, and we muse upon just who the assassin in the story really is. Join us you won't regret it, well, you might just a little bit.
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Are we red hot or chilled to the bone about, "Stone Cold", an American action-packed, two-wheeler of a classic from 1991. Well, unleash that throttle because it's another episode of Retrospection. Along the way Paul reveals his anxiety over office toys, Colin is horrified by Paul wanting to go topless, and we both wonder what biker gangs really do for fun.
Monday Jun 19, 2023
Monday Jun 19, 2023
In this special edition of Retrospection we're handing hosting duties over to James, and setting our traps for, The Real Ghostbusters (1986-1991). Along the way James talks about his favorite cartoons, Colin gives Paul his own theme tune, and we wonder about the origins of Slimer.
Monday May 29, 2023
Monday May 29, 2023
It's about time that we return to one of our favorite franchises with, Carry on Cowboy (1965). Will the Rumpo Kid take over Stodge City? Will he be thwarted by sanitation Engineer (First Class), Marshal P. Knutt? Join us to find out. Along the way Paul is ,once again, confused by the plot of a Carry On film, Colin loves and evil cowboy and they both remember bedroom farces (in cinema, not in their private life..... although).
Monday May 08, 2023
Monday May 08, 2023
In this episode we're taking a dive into the watery future of a flooded London with the cult, sci-fi, action film, Split Second (1992). A low budget British outing for Rutger Hauer and Kim Cattrall, surrounded by a host of British actors. Would we love to let it float on by, or should it be sunk?
Along the way, Paul tries to deny his love for an old TV show called Bugs, Colin reveals his psychic link, and they both discuss some childish behaviour (surprise, surprise). Enjoy!