Welcome back to Movies Never Say Die. I’m Anthony Digioia, and this is The VHS Vault: 90s Cult Classics Episode 1, where we crack open the video store shelves and pull out the kind of movies you rented on a Friday night… then quoted for the next 20 years.
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 episode of Friday Night Rentals, we’re diving deep into some of the wildest, weirdest, and most beloved 1980s cult classics ever to hit VHS shelves. From neon-soaked sorcery to punk-rock sci-fi and late-night horror, this lineup is a full tour of everything we loved about the video store era.
Step back into the smoky world of ‘90s Neo-Noir with Episode 3 of The VHS Vault — where sharp suits, bad choices, and moral shadows meet the glow of a tube TV. From slick crime thrillers to moody character studies, this episode dives into the decade’s coolest, grittiest, and most underrated noir gems that defined Gen-X cool — all drenched in that unforgettable ‘90s vibe.
Why do so many Hollywood remakes and reboots fall flat? In this deep dive, we explore the growing crisis of nostalgia-driven filmmaking—where originality takes a backseat to recycled IPs. From failed legacy sequels to soulless reboots of beloved classics, we break down why audiences are tuning out, why studios keep doubling down, and how the remake formula often leads to disappointment instead of magic.
Welcome to the first episode of Friday Night Rentals! Step 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.
We’re continuing our journey exploring Touchstone Pictures during the 80s. In this video we’ll be examining their iconic releases from 1987.
In this video, we dive into the rise of Touchstone Pictures in 1988 and how Disney cemented its dominance in the box office throughout the late 80s. Touchstone, Disney’s breakout studio, brought a new wave of mature and critically acclaimed films that captivated audiences of all ages. From comedy to drama, these iconic films became a staple for movie lovers.
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.
The ’80s delivered an endless supply of classic movies from all genres that will stand the test of time. In this video I’m breaking down 10 awesome sequels to these movies that landed with success to result in great movies on their own.
Tons of movie from the 80s have been forgotten and in these series we uncover those that need to be remembered, here in volume 3.
Tons of movie from the 80s have been forgotten and in these series we uncover those that need to be remembered, here in volume 2.
In this article I’m covering films 30-21. Another ten fantastic action movies that deliver a bit of it all. Some of these movies are bigger than others but the imprint they’ve left on the action genre in my opinion is timeless.
80s cinema delivered endless iconic films but there were also just as many forgotten movies from the 80s worth remembering!
The 90s saw the explosion of the erotic thriller and in this video I’m breaking down the steamiest!
Many of us growing up can remember sitting in front of the TV weeknights watching an endless supply of classic shows with characters who would reach varying levels of pop culture acclaim. Since then, we’ve gotten an equally endless stream of feature film adaptations of these shows! In this video I’m covering five retro TV adaptations that failed to capture the nostalgia of their source material.
Trying to start over, Adam searches for redemption as he returns to his old neighborhood to put to rest his demons while the brother of the man he killed seeks revenge.
I’m continuing my journey of the Top-100 Action Movies from the 1990’s covering films 90-81. There’s a little of it all in this list from cyber-thrillers, to sci-fi, to comics, with maybe an assassin tale, or two. So, let’s get into it.
Recap review of the new action film, The Beekeeper now in theaters, Lift now streaming on Netflix and Cult Killer available on digital the 19th.
I’m taking a look back at the illustrious career of director Martin Scorsese to cover my picks for his Top-10 Movies.
Recap reviews of the new documentary ‘Sly’ and the mystery thriller ‘Locked In’ now streaming on Netflix and ‘The Marvels’ now playing in theaters.
A troubled security guard begins working at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza. During his first night on the job, he realizes that the night shift won’t be so easy to get through. Pretty soon he will unveil what actually happened at Freddy’s.
A hitman, his boss, an art dealer and a money-laundering scheme that accidentally turns the assassin into an overnight avant-garde sensation, one that forces her to play the art world against the underworld.
Tom Nichols is a hardened New England detective, unflinching in his pursuit of a case where nothing is as it seems and it begins to dismantle the illusions in his own life.
Robert McCall finds himself at home in Southern Italy but he discovers his friends are under the control of local crime bosses. As events turn deadly, McCall knows what he has to do: become his friends’ protector by taking on the mafia.
After his family is killed by a terrorist act, a firefighter goes in search of the one responsible.
While fleeing from dangerous assailants, an assassin comes out of hiding to protect her daughter she left earlier in life.
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A veteran Green Beret is forced by a cruel Sheriff and his deputies to flee into the mountains and wage an escalating one-man war against his pursuers.
Let’s take a look back at the filmography of Jake Gyllenhaal to cover my picks for his top-10 movies!
Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant follows US Army Sergeant John Kinley (Jake Gyllenhaal) and Afghan interpreter Ahmed (Dar Salim). After an ambush, Ahmed goes to Herculean lengths to save Kinley’s life. When Kinley learns that Ahmed and his family were not given safe passage to America as promised, he must repay his debt by returning to the war zone to retrieve them before the Taliban hunts them down first.
An undocumented Filipina immigrant lands a job as a care-worker for a terminal old man, securing a better life for her and her daughter. But a dark discovery threatens to destroy everything she’s strived for and holds dear.
M. Night Shyamalan’s newest film KNOCK AT THE CABIN is coming to theaters this weekend! Check out my review to see why this one’s a return to form for Shyamalan and a movie you definitely want to check out in theaters!
In Alice, Darling Anna Kendrick plays a young woman trying to live under the weight of an abusive relationship before reaching her breaking point. Check out my review of this new drama to see why she delivers one of the most effective performances of her career!
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!
Who better than Gerard Butler to deliver us the first high-octane action flick of 2023 as he takes the role of captain! Check out my review of PLANE to see if this adventure is worth checking out!
A new player has stepped into the killer doll movie genre, and her name is M3GAN, she has killer dance moves and deadly intelligence. She isn’t just a toy…she’s family! Check out my review of M3GAN to see if it kicks 2023 off on a positive note at the theater!
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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.
During a normal night hosting his late-night radio show, a caller reveals he has taken the host’s family and will kill them all unless he completes a series of demands.
Two strangers discover they have been double booked at the same Airbnb, but the house is far from what appears when a hidden tunnel system is discovered underneath it.
In this video, we’ll take a look at 1991’s Point Break, a timeless action thriller that remains popular to this day.
The true story of Jason Derek Brown – a bold and cunning conman who scams to fuel his lifestyle while eventually lands him on the FBI’s top ten fugitive list. Who is still at large to this day.
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.
It’s time for another episode of my TOP-100 MOVIES from the 1980’s covering films 20-11.
After a terrorist attack involving a deadly virus takes place onboard a plane destined for Hawaii, those on board, with their fuel levels low, will declare an emergency declaration when no country will allow them to land.
Still reeling from a recent climbing tragedy, Becky and her friend Hunter decide to climb a 2,000-foot radio tower to reclaim her happiness. An attempt that fails drastically when they find themselves stranded on the top of it.
A young female warrior sets out to prove she’s capable of defending her tribe. She’s skilled, fearless, and determined. But she quickly learns the Prey she’s hunting in the forest is actually a highly evolved alien, with advanced weaponry, and a taste for killing.
