Retro Ramble

By George McGhee & Charlie McGheeTV & Film Film History

Retro Ramble episodes

July 02, 2024 EP#135:The Mummy (1999)
George and Charlie travel to the ancient city of Hamunaptra to take on The Mummy!
To celebrate 25 years of the blockbuster action-adventure-romance-horror, they delve deep into Imotep's tomb, unveiling the long journey to screen for the beloved remake. The brothers discuss their love for break-out star Brendan Fraser, on-set challenges, top vfx and its release during the summer of 1999, holding up against the hype of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace and sleeper hit, The Matrix! Like, comment and please share!
48 min
June 13, 2024 EP134-Who Framed Roger Rabbit
Charlie and George are reviewing "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" and are joined by special guest Em from the Verbal Diorama Podcast!
They cover everything from the source novel, early tests, animation challenges and that good old Spielberg and Zemeckis magic! Em's passion for animation and movies in general made her a great guest. Listeners should check out her podcast with over 200 episodes on various film genres! verbaldiorama.com/iwannalisten
1 hr 25 min
April 29, 2024 EP#131: Congo (1995)
Charlie & George travel to the dangerous jungles of Central Africa to tackle cult 90s blockbuster oddity, Congo!
It has all the ingredients for a blockbuster: based on a Michael Crichton novel, from the makers of Indiana Jones and Jurassic Park, creature effects by the late Stan Winston, and a diverse cast including a scenery (and sesame cake) devouring Tim Curry - but is it successful? Tune in to find out! Retro Ramble 2024
48 min
March 30, 2024 EP#129: The Terminator (1984)
Charlie and George travel back in time "about 40 years" to finally get around reviewing 1980s classic, The Terminator! A huge film for the brothers and many others, it's a deep dive into the low budget thriller that started a franchise, that likes it protagonist, cannot be stopped! One of the most important films of the decade, it made Arnold Schwarzenegger a bonafide star and introduced the world to James Cameron, the most successful director of all time!
1 hr 10 min
February 26, 2024 EP128 - Drop Zone vs Terminal Velocity
1994 gave us not one, but two skydiving action thrillers, so Charlie and George thought it was only fair to revisit, review and compare both Drop Zone and Terminal Velocity. It's Wesley Snipes vs Charlie Sheen. It's Gary B (that's Busey) vs the KG - Used to Be. There can only be one victor, but who are the boys backing? The results may surprise you! Need more 90s action in your ears? Why not check out our Sudden Death review, recently available exclusively on our Patreon channel, patreon.com/retroramble Need more 90 skydiving action in your ears - why not check out our Point Break review (way back in Episode 4!)?
53 min
February 09, 2024 EP126: Remembering Carl Weathers
In this episode Charlie and George pay tribute to the actor Carl Weathers who sadly passed away. The boys remember the actor through the iconic roles he played during his career.
13 min
January 26, 2024 EP#125 Labyrinth 1986
Charlie and George navigate Jim Henson's Labyrinth for a slice of 1980s kid's fantasy nostalgia!
There's much to discuss, from the script development, the music and ground-breaking puppetry but mostly the majestic and much-missed, David Bowie's Goblin King, Jareth! Be prepared for lots of bad Bowie impressions!
49 min
December 22, 2023 EP#123: Scrooged (1988)
Charlie and George discover the true meaning of Christmas, with Scrooged!
They're back in Richard Donner country, with the festive favourite that lured back Bill Murray to acting after an absence of several years! In a bit of a twist on Coulda Woulda Shoulda feature, we discuss the other big films from 1988 that Murray passed on to make this film - some are very surprising! So download, get comfy and have a listen - Yule love it! Merry Christmas! Retro Ramble 2023
52 min
November 30, 2023 EP122 - Kill Bill Special with Andy Hughes
Charlie and George are joined by returning guest Andy Hughes to discuss 20 years of Kill Bill! To celebrate they are revisiting "the whole bloody affair", which means both volumes 1 & 2! It's a bumper episode taking in first memories, soundtracks, iconic anime, elaborate fight choreography and a brief overview of all things Tarantino. There's also alternative casting in Coulda Woulda Shoulda, alternate cuts and mooted sequels/spin offs. Retro Ramble 2023
1 hr 14 min
October 30, 2023 EP120 - The Thing (1982)
Charlie and George head to Antarctica to discuss the horror classic, John Carpenter's The Thing. They delve into the film's origins, its haunting Morricone score, Rob Bottin's ground-breaking practical effects, and several Suspicious Spin-Offs! Listeners can expect a healthy dose of paranoia, poor impressions, and fawning over Kurt Russell. If you're in the mood for more John Carpenter spookiness, make sure to check out their thoughts on Halloween (1978) and They Live! (1988) over on their Patreon channel at https://www.patreon.com/retroramble.
1 hr 7 min