The Real Get To Da Choppa

In this episode I’m experiencing Altered States (1980) for the very first time — and in 4K on my projector! This cult sci-fi classic absolutely blew me away with its surreal visuals, wild ideas, and unforgettable transformation scenes.

Join me for a fan commentary as I react to one of the most unique science-fiction films of the 1980s. From sensory deprivation experiments to psychedelic imagery, this film is a true cinematic trip and a fascinating piece of cult movie history.

A huge thank you to Luke Hayes Payne for kindly sending me the 4K edition of this film — what an incredible gift and such a fantastic recommendation.

Massive thanks as always to Damian, James, Luke, and everyone in the Get To Da Choppa community for all the continued support.

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If you enjoy retro films, cult classics, and relaxed fan commentaries, make sure to follow the podcast for more episodes covering 80s movies, sci-fi, horror, and nostalgic favourites.

In this episode I’m diving into American Ninja 3: Blood Hunt, the third entry in the cult 80s action series.

Starring David Bradley, this film brings tournament fights, secret experiments, and plenty of classic late-80s ninja action. In this fan commentary I revisit the movie, share my reactions, and talk about why the American Ninja series became such a staple of retro action cinema.

If you enjoy classic action films, martial arts movies, and nostalgic 80s cult favourites, you’re in the right place.

Huge thanks as always to Luke Hayes Payne, Damian Sayers, James Burch, and Chris Higham, and everyone in the Get To Da Choppa community for the continued support — it genuinely means a lot.

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Today I’m revisiting the absolute classic Ghostbusters, and this time watching it in 4K.

Directed by Ivan Reitman and starring Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, and Ernie Hudson, this legendary 80s comedy mixes supernatural chaos, iconic characters, and some of the most quotable lines in movie history.

In this fan commentary I revisit the film, share my reactions to the 4K presentation, and talk about why this movie remains one of the most beloved comedies ever made.

If you enjoy classic films, retro cinema, and relaxed fan commentaries, you’re in the right place.

Huge thanks as always to Luke Hayes Payne, Damian Sayers, James Burch, and Chris Higham, and everyone in the Get To Da Choppa community for the continued support — it genuinely means a lot.

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Today I’m revisiting Planet Terror, the outrageous zombie action film from Robert Rodriguez that originally formed half of the Grindhouse experience.

This wild, over-the-top cult classic stars Rose McGowan, Freddy Rodríguez, and Josh Brolin, and delivers exactly what you’d expect from a modern grindhouse tribute — zombies, chaos, explosive action, and plenty of outrageous moments.

In this fan commentary I revisit the film, react to the madness, and talk about why this cult horror favorite still stands out among zombie movies and grindhouse-style cinema.

If you enjoy horror movies, cult films, grindhouse cinema, and relaxed fan commentaries, you’re in the right place.

Huge thanks as always to Luke Hayes Payne, Damian Sayers, James Burch, and Chris Higham, and everyone in the Get To Da Choppa community for the continued support — it genuinely means a lot.

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In this episode I’m revisiting Ulysses 31 with a fan commentary on Episode 14 – “Song of Danger.”

This classic episode introduces the mysterious and haunting song that draws the crew of the Odyssey toward danger. As Ulysses and the team investigate the strange melody, they encounter one of the more eerie and memorable adventures in the series.

During this fan commentary I revisit the episode, share my thoughts and reactions, and talk about why Ulysses 31 remains such a beloved retro sci-fi animated series blending Greek mythology with futuristic storytelling.

If you enjoy classic cartoons, retro animation, and relaxed fan commentaries, you’re in the right place.

Huge thanks as always to Luke Hayes Payne, Damian Sayers, James Burch, and Chris Higham, and everyone in the Get To Da Choppa community for the continued support — it genuinely means a lot.

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Today I’m revisiting Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story for a fan commentary.

This early-2000s comedy classic stars Vince Vaughn and Ben Stiller, delivering some of the most ridiculous and memorable moments in modern comedy. From Average Joe’s Gym to Globo Gym, this film is packed with quotable lines, outrageous characters, and pure underdog energy.

In this fan commentary I revisit the movie, talk about what still works, share some thoughts on the comedy, and enjoy one of the most entertaining sports comedies of the 2000s.

If you enjoy comedy movies, retro 2000s films, and relaxed fan commentaries, you’re in the right place.

Huge thanks as always to Luke Hayes Payne, Damian Sayers, James Burch, and Chris Higham, and everyone in the Get To Da Choppa / retro community for the continued support — it genuinely means a lot.

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Today I’m watching Lawrence of Arabia for the very first time — and in stunning 4K.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest films ever made, this epic directed by David Lean stars Peter O’Toole as T. E. Lawrence and is famous for its breathtaking desert cinematography, unforgettable score, and huge historical scope.

In this fan commentary I share my first impressions, reactions, and thoughts while experiencing this legendary classic for the very first time. Does it live up to the hype? Let’s find out.

If you enjoy classic films, first-time watches, retro cinema, and movie fan commentaries, you’re in the right place.

Huge thanks as always to Luke Hayes Payne, Damian Sayers, James Burch, Chris Higham, and everyone in the Get To Da Choppa / retro community — your continued support genuinely means a lot.

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The podcast is also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, with plenty more retro film and TV fan commentaries to check out.

This week I’m diving into American Ninja 2: The Confrontation — peak 80s martial arts action with bigger fights, higher stakes, and even more Cannon Films madness.

From Michael Dudikoff returning as Joe Armstrong to the over-the-top villains, jungle action, and classic training sequences, I break down why this sequel doubles down on everything that made the original a cult favourite.

Is it ridiculous? Absolutely.

Is it pure 80s action comfort food? Also yes.

If you love retro action films, ninja movies, and unapologetic VHS-era energy, this one’s for you.

Huge thanks as always to Luke Hayes Payne, Damian Sayers, James Burch, Chris Higham, and everyone in the Get To Da Choppa / retro community — your continued support genuinely means a lot.

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Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms — with plenty more retro fan commentaries on the way.

This week I’m diving into The Real Ghostbusters Episode 13, Xmas Marks the Spot — the animated Christmas special that sends the Ghostbusters back in time for a festive paranormal adventure.

From the winter atmosphere and eerie ghostly moments to the surprisingly heartfelt Christmas themes, I break down why this episode still holds up and why it’s one of the most memorable holiday entries in the series.

If you love 80s cartoons, retro animation, and classic Ghostbusters lore, this one’s for you.

Huge thanks as always to Luke Hayes Payne, Damian Sayers, James Burch, Chris Higham, and everyone in the Get To Da Choppa / retro community — your support genuinely means a lot.

Support the podcast here:

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Also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts with plenty more retro fan commentaries to check out.

In this episode, I dive into Phantoms from the Swamp from Ulysses 31 — one of the darker, more atmospheric entries in this cult 80s sci-fi classic.

From the eerie swamp setting and haunting creature designs to the mythology woven into the story, I break down what makes Episode 13 stand out — and why Ulysses 31 still deserves more love in the retro animation conversation.

If you grew up with this show (or you’re discovering it for the first time), this one’s for you.

Huge thanks as always to Luke Hayes Payne, Damian Sayers, James Burch, Chris Higham, and everyone in the Get To Da Choppa / retro community — your continued support genuinely means the world.

If you’d like to support the podcast, you can Buy Me a Coffee here:

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Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms — with plenty more retro fan commentaries to come.