Retro Ramble

Pop quiz, it's Speed's 25th anniversary and you've got a retro film podcast, whaddya do hotshot?! What do you do?! In this month's episode, join Charlie and George as they discuss the origins of the high concept, hi-octane action classic. From it's impressive (and ridiculous) stunts to its witty script and the type of explosions the 1990s were renowned for. So get ready for rush hour, as there'll be dramatic music, bad impressions, alternative casting trivia and even a spot of Father Ted.

In this month's episode, Charlie and George journey to the new colony on LV426 to review superior sci-fi sequel, Aliens! From first memories to how the film has stood the test of time and the cult following it created. Join the Brothers McGhee as they go into detail (be warned, it's a long episode!) on the James Cameron classic, discussing recovering Ripleys, lift logistics, power loaders, power stations and guns, lots of guns. There's a lengthy behind the scenes discussion, alien impressions and staple features like Coulda Woulda Shoulda and Suspicious Spin-Offs.

Let's rock! WARNING: This episode contains spoilers, self indulgent nostalgia and Carter Burke. Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy.

In this month's episode, Charlie and George finally venture into Tarantino territory with Tony Scott's 90's classic, True Romance!

The boys discuss the film's origins, it's amazing and exhaustive cast list and their favourite standout scenes.

As usual, there's regular features Coulda Woulda Shoulda and Suspicious Spin-Offs, as well as enough bad impressions to make a Hollywood producer blush.

In this month's episode, Charlie and George have had an attitude adjustment and enhanced their calm, ready to take on 1993 sci-fi satirical shoot 'em up, Demolition Man!

Revisiting the 1993 action classic, the boys discuss the shiny future tech of 2032, Stallone vs Snipes and some dubious fashion choices. There's the standard production chat, alternative casting in Coulda Woulda Shoulda and (cue trumpets) exciting new feature, Suspicious Spin-Offs!

Be warned there are bad Stallone impressions and repeated violations of the verbal morality statute.

In this special podcast, the brothers McGhee look back at the best (and worst) films of 2018. Films like Ready Player One, Black Panther, Avengers Infinity War, Deadpool 2, Mission: Impossible - Fallout, A Quiet Place, Venom and Bohemian Rhapsody all get a mention. The boys also diverge into less blockbustery territory with their favourite indie/arthouse films like 3 Billboards and Bad Times at El Royale. There's also made-up awards, the usual bad impressions and George goes on a mini-rant about a certain sci-fi sequel. For more in-depth coverage of some of the year's blockbusters, please check out our Recent Ramble episodes.

In this month's episode, Charlie and George head to Nakatomi Plaza to discuss controversial Christmas film and all around action classic Die Hard. The boys discuss the film's literary roots, the key contributions from Predator (insert link) maestro John McTiernan, the genius of Alan Rickman, classic 1980's douchebags and fond memories of the PS1 game "Die Hard Trilogy". Regular podcast features such as bad impressions ("Put the gun away, this is radio, not television"), alternative casting choices in Coulda Woulda Shoulda and new staple - Suspicious Stuntmen, all make an appearance. Is Die Hard a Christmas film? Does it actually matter? Listen to find out!

In this year's Halloween special, Charlie and George get spooky with the Ghost With The Most, Beetlejuice!

Join the Brothers McGhee as they venture into the twisted imagination of director Tim Burton and discuss how influential the film was on the rest of his career. The boys also touch on the impact it had on the film's cast, launching the careers of Michael Keaton and Winona Ryder - much to the frustration of Alec Baldwin (probably). So jump in line, rock your body in time and check out this episode! Happy Hallowe'en!

In this month's episode, Charlie and George celebrate The Muscles From Brussels that is Jean Claude Van Damme! In a special double bill, first up is JCVD's breakout feature, the brick-breaking cult classic that is Bloodsport, celebrating it's 30th anniversary this year.

Next up, they travel to the sweaty bayous of New Orleans, to tackle mullets, muscles and hobo hardmen in John Woo's Hard Target!

Along the way, the boys discuss fashion faux pas, frequent flashbacks, detective doves and Lance Henrikson's intense approach to playing the piano.

Hard Target review begins around 46 mins into the episode.

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In this month's Recent Ramble, Charlie and George round up of the remaining summer blockbusters (all sequels) - Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Equalizer 2, Incredibles 2 and Mission: Impossible - Fallout.

On the smaller screen, George ponders whether the new Netflix show Lost in Space is worth a watch and Charlie bigs up latest series of Better Call Saul, Money Heist and Jack Ryan. In Gaming, Charlie shares his love of web-slinging in the new Spider-man PS4 game and some of the recent beta launches he's taken part in. Too recent for you? Don't worry, Retro Ramble will return very soon & very limber with a Jean Claude Van Damme 2-for-1 sandwich where we will be reviewing both the 1980s classic Bloodsport and 1990s Slo-Mo-Mullet-Dove-Fest that is Hard Target! Get stretching, there will be leg-splits!

This month Charlie and George get suited and booted for De Palma's 80's gangster classic, The Untouchables. However they are not alone, this time they're joined by good friend, fellow film fan and filmmaker, Andy Hughes!

In this episode, the boys discuss classic Costner, De Niro being De Niro, a magnificent Morricone soundtrack and Sean Connery's trying to be Irish – when he's not busy playing golf.

Please be warned, there are high levels of Connery impressions