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Top 10 Movies for Independence Day

Before we jump into the top retro movies for Independence Day, let’s have a quick history lesson. Nothing says America like the 4th of July. It’s the celebration of the Thirteen Colonies victory from the

From VHS to Streaming: The Evolution of Movie Nights

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To most people, the term movie night evokes pleasant memories of sitting around their TV sets with friends or relatives, popping popcorn or even visiting the video rental house and selecting the right movie. The

Back to the Future: A TRN Round Table

Pitfall Gary

Few films have left a mark on pop culture quite like Back to the Future. Released in 1985, Robert Zemeckis’ time-traveling adventure wasn’t just a box office smash, it became a generational touchstone. From its

OutRun: The Movie Is Racing Into Theaters

Walter King

Video game movies and TV series are all the rage right now. Some are better than others. My sons saw The Minecraft Movie and gave it a solid, meh. But the movie is a financial

I Know What You Did Last Summer Is Back!

Walter King

When I heard about the I Know What You Did Last Summer reboot I was less than excited. The original movie took the Halloween season of 1997 by storm, as did the sequel in 1998.

Joseph Kosinski Set To Direct New Miami Vice Movie

Walter King

Miami Vice started as a gritty TV series starring Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas. They portrayed James “Sonny” Crockett (Johnson) and Ricardo “Rico” Tubbs (Thomas), two undercover police detectives in Miami. The series ran

Clueless is Getting a Reboot

Walter King

A new “Clueless” TV series is now officially in the works, and has landed at Peacock for development. The original “Clueless” movie was released by Paramount, which decided to take the rights to the new show to

They Live (1988) SteelBook Review

Pitfall Gary

I’m a big supporter of owning physical media. While streaming movies and music is fine, I like more control over what I watch, how I watch and the quality. Trying to watch a movie only

Karate Kid: Legends Trailer

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The Karate Kid was a seminal movie for me. I related to the movie on different levels, for different reason and all of them relevant. It’s the movie that inspired me to start training in

Tron: Ares Trailer

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Tron was released in July 1982 and was a massive hit making over $4 million opening weekend on it’s way to $50 million worldwide. I saw Tron in the theaters during it’s initial run and

A Goonies Sequel Is Now Officially In the Works

Walter King

After a decade of speculation and failed attempts, Warner Bros. announced on Feb. 14, 2025 that a Goonies sequel is in production with Steven Spielberg producing. Screenwriter Potsy Ponciroli has been tapped to write the script, and Steven

Retro Romance: Top 10 80s Movies to Melt Your Heart on Valentine’s Day

Pitfall Gary

Eighties romance had a magic all its own, and these classic films still melt hearts with big emotions, unforgettable chemistry, and the kind of sweeping moments only that decade could deliver.

Groundhog Day: 48 Differences Between The Film and Script

Jason Gross

The original Groundhog Day script was darker, stranger, and far more complicated than the film we know. This breakdown highlights the biggest differences and how the rewrites transformed a clever idea into a comedy classic.

The Top Movies of 2025 – What To Expect

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After 2024 delivers its share of blockbusters on the silver screen, it is time for us to gear up for a 2025 full of cinematic adventure. The upcoming year is set to bring in a

Idris Elba Joins Masters of the Universe Movie Cast

Walter King

Idris Elba is reportedly in early talks to play Man-at-Arms in the live-action feature film adaptation of the iconic Mattel franchise “Masters of the Universe”. Elba would star alongside Nicholas Galitzine in the role of

Alien: Romulus Available on VHS

Walter King

Alien: Romulus, the seventh installment in the Alien franchise is getting a retro release in the form of VHS tapes. Yes, that’s correct you can buy a new movie on VHS! 20th Century Studios issued

Ernest Scared Stupid and the Slimy, Silly Scarefest We Loved as Kids

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“Ernest Scared Stupid captured the perfect 90s Halloween feeling, mixing goofy courage, slimy trolls, and the kind of small‑town October magic that made every kid believe something spooky and wonderful might be hiding in the woods.