The Retro Video Store
Two movie fans review and dissect the best and worst movies of the Video Store era.
Episodes
279 episodes
The Relic (1997)
Eric and Neil talk about the pretty decent monster run amok in a museum movie, The Relic. It has a decent cast and great Stan Winston effects. We also talk about all sorts of other side stuff too. Grab a hot cup of psychedelic tea and join us!&...
Demolition Man (1993)
Eric and Neil tackle the very fun and entertaining Sylvester Stallone movie, Demolition Man. We both were surprised how much we liked it after not seeing it in ages. Stallone and Snipes are both having a great time. Grab Some Taco Bell and join...
Timecop (1994)
David returns this week and helps Eric and Neil talk about the 1994 Jean Claude Van Damme movie, Timecop. It's probably his most mainstream movie. There is still a lot of kicking though. Comb out your mullet and join us!
The Avengers (2012)
Eric and Neil continue our slow crawl through the Marvel Cinematic Universe with The Avengers from 2012. We talk about Joss Wheadon and all of his baggage. How far superhero movies have come. Grab an Infinity Stone and join us.
Lone Wolf McQuade: Redux (1983)
In honor of the late Chuck Norris, Eric, Neil and David revisit the most "Chuck Norris" move of all time, Lone Wolf McQuade. It still holds up as one of the most ridiculously macho movies of all time. Grab a can of Pearl beer and join us! ...
Swamp Thing (1982)
Eric, Neil and David talk about Wes Craven's Swamp Thing from 1982. It's a beloved cult comic book turned into a mediocre man in rubber suit monster romp. It has a few fun scenes, but its mostly old Swampy throwing people around and running aro...
Runaway (1984)
Eric, Neil and David talk about the futuristic Michael Crichton movie, Runaway. We talk about how older ladies love Tom Selleck and how Gene Simmons was pretty decent in this movie. We talk quite a bit about the movies our parents took us too a...
Scream 2 (1997)
Eric and Neil discuss the sequel to the movie that jumpstarted the 90's slasher resurgence, Scream 2. It's a movie with lots of production problems, including a leaked script that caused rewrites on the go. It's got good parts, and some n...
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990)
David makes his long awaited return. He joins Eric and Neil to talk about the 1990 cult classic, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. It's still a lot of fun and lives in the hearts of a generation Grab some pizza and join us!
My Bloody Valentine (1981)
Eric and Neil head back to the land of the holiday themed slasher movie. We talk about, My Bloody Valentine from 1981. It's a fun early 80's romp, with a small town Canadian feel. 1981 was truly the slasher heyday. Grab a Moosehead beer and joi...
Little Shop of Horrors (1986)
Eric and Neil tackle a musical for the first time on the podcast. We talk about the 1986 classic, Little Shop of Horrors. Neil isn't a big fan of movie musicals, but Eric is. We talk about the amazing Career of Frank Oz and out love of comic bo...
Superman 3 (1983)
Eric and Neil talk about the awful Superman 3 from 1983. The series really hits a wall here. Christopher Reeve can't save us from rampant slapstick and Richard Pryor hamming it up. Bring your synthetic kryptonite and join us!
This is Spinal Tap (1984)
Eric and Neil discuss one of the greatest comedies of all time. It's an amazing movie that created the "mockumentary" genre. Grab your bass guitar and join us!
Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)
Eric and Neil march back into the early days of the MCU, when they were still trying to figure it out. We talk about the first Captain America movie, its a great origin story and period piece. Take your super soldier serum and join us!
Highlander (1986)
Eric and Neil are back for our first episode of the new year. We talk about the cult classic from 1986, Highlander. Hard to believe we haven't done this one already. It's a fun slice of 80's action/cheese. Grab your katana and join us!&nb...
Iron Man 2 (2010)
Eric and Neil are back from an unexpected 2 week break. We head back to the early days of Marvel movies with Iron Man 2. Lots of other topics to discuss as well. Grab your pet bird and join us!
Thanksgiving (2023)
Eric and Neil bring out the sides dishes and talk about the holiday themed slasher, Thanksgiving from 2023. It follows the classic slasher formula, but is fun and gory in the best way. Grab the gravy and join us!
Dreamcatcher (2003)
Eric, Neil and David end the November Stephen King Trifecta with the much maligned alien invasion movie, Dreamcatcher. It has too many ideas executed in a mundane way. We talk about the number of King tropes as well as defend his best works. Gr...
Sleepwalkers (1992)
Our mini "Worst of Stephen King" series continues with the 1992 oddity, Sleepwalkers. Eric, Neil and David are all here for a less then enthusiastic ride. We also discuss side gig options for David during the government shut down. Grab your clo...
Maximum Overdrive (1986)
Eric and Neil brave the awfulness of the only movie that Stephen King ever directed. The explosions and stunts are fun, but the plot is terrible and suspense and scares are severely lacking. Grab your rocket launcher and join us!
Halloween Kills (2021)
Eric, Neil and David keep the horror fest going beyond the holiday. We talk about the sequel to the "reboot", Halloween Kills. A movie that lives up to it's title. While it might not be the most intelligent of the series, it is one of the most ...
Halloween (2018)
Eric and Neil talk about the franchise reboot, Halloween from 2018. It has pretty much everything thing you want from a Michael Myers movie. Grab a candy bag and join us!
Pumpkinhead (1988)
Eric, Neil and David are bored out of their gourds talking about the Stan Winston directed movie from 1988, Pumpkinhead. The effects are great, but the story is simple and the deep fried south setting is awful. Come down to the bayou and join u...
Evil Dead (2013)
Eric and Neil continue the horror movie madness with the 2013 Reboot of the Evil Dead. Possibly the "juiciest" movie ever made. We talk about amazing practical effects and the unflinching nature of the movie. We actually talk about the movie a ...
Tourist Trap (1979)
Eric and Neil talk about the 1979 cult classic, Tourist Trap. Filled with a creepy vibe and even creepier mannequins. Lots of people were traumatized by the repeat viewings on local channels during the early 80's. Grab a dummy head and join us!...