Some movies are more than just rewatchable, they feel like pure comfort. In this episode of My Retro Comfort Movies, we’re heading back to the video store era for a laid-back look at 80s and 90s favorites that still deliver laughs, nostalgia, action, quotable moments, and that perfect Friday night rental feeling.
Today we’re revisiting The Best of Times (1986), the sports comedy-drama starring Robin Williams and Kurt Russell, to see if it still holds up. In this episode of Is This Still Any Good?, we break down the movie’s story, performances, humor, heart, and overall 80s movie charm to find out whether this overlooked football film is still worth your time. For fans of retro movies, forgotten 80s gems, and nostalgic movie reviews, this one is for you.
Step into the VHS aisle with Friday Night Rentals as we kick off Cannon Films Pt. 1. We’re diving into the gloriously loud, low-budget, high-energy world of The Cannon Group, spotlighting the action, cult classics, and bargain-bin bangers that defined the 1980s rental era.
Welcome to the third episode of Friday Night Rentals! We’re stepping back into the golden age of the 1980s video store, where Friday nights meant grabbing a stack of VHS tapes, some microwave popcorn, and settling in for a weekend of cinematic adventure. In this series, we revisit forgotten gems, cult classics, and oddball favorites that made the rental era unforgettable.
Crack open the clamshells—The VHS Vault: ’90s Edition kicks off with deep-cut rentals, wild box art, and the Friday-night ritual we grew up on. Expect quick trivia, fun behind-the-scenes tidbits, and pure CRT glow. Hit play, drop a comment with your favorite ’90s rental, and be kind—rewind!
In this video, we dive into some of the best sequels to iconic ’70s movies that kept audiences coming back for more in the ’80s and beyond! From Rocky II to Aliens, Superman II to The Empire Strikes Back, these films not only built upon their predecessors but often surpassed them in terms of action, story, and character development. Whether you’re a fan of sci-fi, action, horror, or comedy, these sequels delivered epic moments and unforgettable performances. Perfect for ’80s and ’90s movie lovers, this video celebrates the sequels that became legends in their own right, adding to the timeless appeal of these classic franchises.
In this series I’m diving into the many lost movies from the 1990s!
Summer is right around the corner, nothing says summer like surfing, and no movie dives into surfing better than North Shore, a forgotten gem from 1987 that still provides a great time. I’ll dive into the development, casting, production, music, behind the scenes, legacy, and much more of this small cult-classic!
The true story of the inseparable Von Erich brothers, who made history in the intensely competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s.
Recap reviews of ‘Quiz Lady streaming on Hulu as well as ‘Rustin’ and ‘Nyad’ both now streaming on Netflix.
Two skateboarding gangs battle each other for supremacy, and a member of one gang falls in love with the sister of his rival.
Rival groups in a skiing school do battle on and off the piste. One gang are rich and serious, the other group are party animals.
Based on the unbelievable, inspiring true story of a team of underdogs – a struggling, working-class gamer, a failed former race car driver, and an idealistic motorsport exec – who risk it all to take on the most elite sport in the world.
Let’s take a look back at the filmography of Jake Gyllenhaal to cover my picks for his top-10 movies!
Woody Harrelson stars in the hilarious and heartwarming story of a former minor-league basketball coach who, after a series of missteps, is ordered by the court to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities. He soon realizes that despite his doubts, together, this team can go further than they ever imagined.
It’s time for another episode of my Top-10 series and today I’m diving into one of my current favorites in the genre of action, Gerard Butler! He can do drama, comedy, sci-fi, and he can kick ass with the best of them!
Looking to refresh, or build your knowledge of 80’s movies? In this video I’m breaking down the Top-100 movies from the glorious decade that everyone should watch! It was ten years filled with some of the most wild, over the top, and truly unique films in cinematic history.
Do you love sports movies with a focus on drama? Do you like movies from the 80’s & 90’s? Do little hidden cinematic gems sound nice? How about little hidden gems about sports from the 80’s & 90’s? Well then check out this video as I cover 5 Sports Dramas from the 80’s & 90’s you may have forgotten about!
A group of skilled climbers go on an expedition to Switzerland in an attempt to scale a trio of challenging mountains. But when a storm rolls in and one of the climbers gets injured, they will be stranded near the summit with only their sheer will and each other to rely on for survival.
It’s time for the final episode of my TOP-100 MOVIES from the 1980’s covering films 10-1. It’s been an awesome cinematic journey and Top-10 list’s don’t get much better than this collection of classics.
Sidney Deane and Billy Hoyle team up and take over the Los Angeles street courts to hustler their way to fortunes.
It’s time once again to dive into the best movies from the best decade in cinema in this next episode of my TOP-100 MOVIES from the 1980’s covering films 90-81.
A look at how tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams became who they are after the coaching from their father Richard Williams.
A disgraced MMA fighter finds redemption in the cage and the courage to face her demons when the son she had given up as an infant unexpectedly reenters her life.
In this video we’re going to look back at five movies from the 80’s that are so cheesy, they’re actually a little awesome.
Coming-of-age story of Alfred “Boogie” Chin, a basketball phenom living in Queens, New York, who dreams of one day playing in the NBA. While his parents pressure him to focus on earning a scholarship to an elite college, Boogie must find a way to navigate a new girlfriend, high school, on-court rivals and the burden of expectation [Focus Features].
The coming-of-age story of Alfred “Boogie” Chin, a basketball phenom living in Queens, New York, who dreams of one day playing in the NBA. While his parents pressure him to focus on earning a scholarship to an elite college, Boogie must find a way to navigate a new girlfriend, high school, on-court rivals and the burden of expectation.
Rocky Balboa proudly holds the world heavyweight boxing championship, but a new challenger has stepped forward: Drago, a six-foot-four, 261-pound fighter who has the backing of the Soviet Union [MGM/UA].
American car designer Carroll Shelby and driver Ken Miles battle corporate interference, the laws of physics and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford and challenge Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1966.
Marshall Bennett (Michael Roark) is a young soldier with the Army Motorcycle Unit who survives an IED explosion in combat overseas, and is medically discharged with a broken back and leg and sent back to the U.S. When he gets home to his family farm, he discovers that his dad, Cal Bennett (Trace Adkins), is behind in the mortgage and may lose the farm. Against all odds, Marshall Bennett pledges to help his family by the only means he knows how, as a motocross racer. Allison Paige plays Sophie Bennett, Marshall’s concerned wife, and Ali Afshar is Cyrus, Marshall’s mentor. [Forrest Films]
The remarkable true story of the visionary American car designer Carroll Shelby (Damon) and the fearless British-born driver Ken Miles (Bale), who together battled corporate interference, the laws of physics, and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford Motor Company and take on the dominating race cars of Enzo Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France in 1966.
Anthony reviews ‘Creed 2’ starring Michael B. Jordan, Tessa Thompson and Sylvester Stallone. Directed by Steven Caple Jr. In theaters this Wednesday! #Creed2
Get your first look at the new basketball comedy #UncleDrew coming this June.
Check out the first trailer for the upcoming sports-drama “The Miracle Season” directed by Sean McNamara. In theaters April 2018.
A comedy centered on the 1973 tennis match between Billie Jean King, and known hustler Bobby Riggs…
The story of legendary boxer Roberto Duran and his tenure with trainer Ray Arcel, during the time of his infamous matches with Sugar Ray Leonard…
30 years after their last match, two retired boxers agree to step in the ring for one last showdown…
My thoughts on the new Red Band Trailer for the upcoming boxing biopic “Hands of Stone”…
An owner wanting to move her team out of town tries to make a roster of the worst players she can find to make the team bad enough to break the cities lease, but things don’t go as planned when they start winning…
A young boxer gets the opportunity of a lifetime in a rare chance to take on the current heavyweight champion, in a bout that will test his determination and will to win…
Dr. Bennet Omalu, a seemingly unknown coroner in Pittsburgh mistakenly uncovers truths about the brain damage that can occur from the violence of football and the extended heath risks that come from repeated concussions…
A young boxer living in the shadows of his late fathers legacy enlists former Heavyweight Champion Rocky Balboa to train and mentor him…
A teenager travels out to California to enjoy the summer skateboarding with his friends from the valley and he falls in love with a girl who just so happens to be the sister of his rival, a dangerous gang leader…
In 1996, during a climbing expedition on Mt. Everest a large group of hikers find their journey ravaged by a severe storm…
Professional boxer Billy Hope had the world at his fingertips until his erratic behavior ignited a tragic event that would take his wife’s life and send his daughter to child protection services and he will turn to a small-time trainer to help get his life on track and his little girl back in his custody…
