Movies Archives : The Retro Network

Retro Reel Review: Rudy (1993)

A heartfelt, inspiring sports classic that still delivers every bit of its emotional punch.

Retro Reel Review: Halloween (1978)

Halloween still delivers that perfect October chill, blending simple scares, small‑town atmosphere and one unforgettable masked figure into a fall classic that earns its four stars.

Forgotten 90s Movies That Deserve a Second Look: 8 Hidden Gems

BJ Newman

The 1990s gave us unforgettable movies like Titanic, Jurassic Park, and Pulp Fiction. But beyond those famous titles, dozens of great films have slowly disappeared from popular conversation. Some struggled at the box office. Others

Retro Reel Review: Vampire in Brooklyn (1995)

Mickey Yarber

Eddie Murphy’s cool charm and Angela Bassett’s grounded intensity make Vampire in Brooklyn a nostalgic mid‑90s mix of spooky fun, foggy streets, and irresistible charm.

Retro Reel Review: Teen Wolf (1985)

Mickey Yarber

Teen Wolf has always been one of those movies that just makes me feel good. Ever since I first watched it on VHS in 1986, it has stayed a favorite I never get tired of revisiting.

Retro Reel Review: Ernest Scared Stupid (1991)

Mickey Yarber

Ernest Scared Stupid is cozy Halloween fun, the kind of movie that mixes goofy scares, fall atmosphere, and Ernest’s lovable chaos into a lighthearted October tradition.

Retro Reel Review: Scream (1996)

Mickey Yarber

A smart, stylish, and wickedly fun slasher that breathed new life into horror and still delivers the goods.

Retro Reel Reviews: The Wraith (1986)

Mickey Yarber

A wild 80s revenge ride with a killer car, a fun concept, and the exact kind of charm HBO used to play on repeat.

Retro Reel Reviews: The Fog (1980)

Mickey Yarber

The Fog delivers cozy spooky vibes and slow burn chills, a moody ghost story that’s fun to revisit when you want a lighter dose of retro horror.

A Retro Fan’s Guide to the Star Wars Collection at HalloweenCostumes.com

Mickey Yarber

HalloweenCostumes.com’s Star Wars collection brings back childhood magic with classic characters, fun accessories, and nostalgic designs that let fans relive the galaxy they grew up loving.

Nostalgic Horror Favorites Return as AMC Reveals FearFest Lineup Hosted By the Crypt Keeper

Walter King

AMC’s FearFest brings back nostalgic horror favorites with a refreshed Crypt Keeper hosting the monthlong celebration, delivering classic scares and retro thrills all October.

Retro Reel Reviews: Red Dawn (1984)

Mickey Yarber

Teenagers become unlikely warriors when paratroopers invade Colorado. Raw emotion, rugged action, and pure 80s intensity drive this fierce Cold War classic.

Retro Reel Reviews: The Program (1993)

Mickey Yarber

College football gets messy, loud, and intense. The Program shows the grind behind the glory, and Mickey still likes this rough 90s ride.

Star Wars is Returning to IMAX in Its Original 1977 Form

Walter King

The original 1977 Star Wars is heading back to theaters in IMAX 70 mm, giving fans a rare chance to experience the unaltered classic exactly as it first appeared.

Retro Reel Reviews: The Day After (1983)

Mickey Yarber

It terrified everyone in 1983, but does The Day After still hold up as a nuclear nightmare today?

New Flintstones Film in the Works With Ryan Gosling as Grown‑Up Bamm‑Bamm

Walter King

Ryan Gosling is developing a new live‑action Flintstones movie focused on a grown‑up Bamm‑Bamm Rubble, marking the character’s first major return in decades.