The VHS Abyss

ALLIGATOR DOUBLE - Just when you thought it was safe to go to a carnival to sell your house - WRONG! . . . cause there's a alligator loose and it's got a bloody big tail and he's not afraid to use it, and he's the subject of our alligator double episode conclusion with ALLIGATOR 2: THE MUTATION (1991).

In this episode, along with our usual scene by scene review, we discuss Serbian Vernon Wells, Meat Loaf music video death, Kane Hodder's TWO roles in the Alligator franchise and on set music with Richard Lynch.

So join us as we dissect this creature feature sequel and decide on who is the VHS abyss champion of the episode.

ALLIGATOR DOUBLE - Watch your swimming pools . . .beware the alleyways . . . and check the bushes at a genetic tycoon's daughter's wedding BBQ (obviously), cause there's a bloody big alligator running riot and he's the topic of our part 1 of the ALLIGATOR DOUBLE, starting with ALLIGATOR (1980).

In this episode, as well as our usual scene by scene review, we discuss Robert Forster missing out on Twin Peaks in the 90s, the movie's Screenwriter John Sayles, influencing three massive hits of Steven Spielberg's career, the connection of an Oscar nominated Godfather actor and XXX: Return of Xander Cage's soundtrack and Bryan Cranston mixing blood.

Join us next week for the conclusion of our alligator double with ALLIGATOR 2: THE MUTATION (1991) and the result of our prestigious VHS Abyss champion of the episode award.

Joining us for this episode, is actor of cult movies ADVENTURES IN BABYSITTING (1987), HIDING OUT (1987), TOY SOLDIERS (1991) and DON'T TELL MOM THE BABYSITTER'S DEAD (1991) just to name a few, it's KEITH COOGAN.

We discuss growing up with Grandfather and Addams Family legend, Jackie Coogan, behind the scenes of ADVENTURES IN BABYSITTING, TOY SOLDIERS and DONT TELL MOM THE BABYSITTER'S DEAD, his relationship working with Disney, the clubbing scene of the under 21's brat pack and why he turned down the role of little Russ in HONEY I SHRUNK THE KIDS.

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FRED WARD DOUBLE - USA's answer to James Bond is our conclusion to this double episode, to the point of hiring a director and screenwriter of the legendary dickie bow wearer . . . as long as its not filmed in the UK!

In this episode, as well as our usual scene by scene review, we discuss the last years of Fred Ward's career, how director Guy Hamilton missed out on making Superman '78, remake rumours , filming on the statue of liberty and Wilford Brimley being old since birth.

So join us as we dissect this VHS classic and decide on who is the VHS abyss champion of the episode.

FRED WARD DOUBLE - Before Marty Mcfly zapped himself into the wild west, there was this guy, Lyle Swann - just his trusted Yamaha XT500, knight Rider helmet and his inability to read maps!

In this episode, as well as our usual scene by scene review, we discuss the early life of often over looked tough guy and VHS legend - Fred Ward, the major influence of Michael Nesmith (aka the hat one in The Monkees) in the making of this movie, Peter Coyote and his brush with Mexican law enforcement, whatever happened to Belinda Bauer and what actually was Airwolf all about.

Join us next week for our concluding part with REMO: UNARMED AND DANGEROUS (1985), Fred Ward's later career and another scene by scene review with our result to the prestigious VHS Abyss champion of the episode award!

Joining us for our FIRST interview of VHS ICONS, is actor of cult movies THE NEW KIDS (1985), THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD (1985), NORTH SHORE (1987) and POINT BREAK (1991) just to name a few, it's JOHN PHILBIN.

We discuss his love of surfing, filming THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD, why he never got to audition for BAYWATCH, the influences in his career and many on-set stories for TOMBSTONE and POINT BREAK.

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CRITTERS 2 (1988) - Check your Easter eggs kids cause they might not be what you think they are, the Crites are back and are the subject of our FIRST Easter special.

As well as our usual scene by scene review, we discuss Scott Grimes' links to Russell Crowe, Mick Garris' career with Star Wars, behind scene stories, Tim Curry as a space bounty hunter and just how good is Meister Brau beer?

So sit back, as we dissect this 80s cult classic and give our VHS Abyss score out of ten...But watch out...cause BRAD BROWN IS BRACK IN BROWN!

CHUCK NORRIS DOUBLE - We conclude our double of the bearded bosh giver, with this tale of carousel horror and the inability to make toast, with 1988's HERO AND THE TERROR.

In this episode we discuss his Cannon years, Walker Texas ranger and numerous endorsement deals. . .Also, Jack O'Halloran's boxing career and links to a Mafia hit squad, Chuck's skiing attire and Billy Drago's advice on how to cope with bad dreams.

So join us as we dissect Chuck's attempt at a character with emotional depth and we vote on our VHS Abyss champion of the episode.

CHUCK NORRIS DOUBLE - And we're back!!!! . . . high kicking our way into season 3 with the godfather of meme (and occasional kung fu fighter) Chuck Norris, as we do all things SILENT RAGE (1982).

In this episode, as well as our usual scene by scene review, we dig into Chuck Norris' early career up to 1982, his achievements in martial arts, did this really get a remake in India?, the composers link to Only Fools and Horses and Ghostbusters, how did he get that motorbike in the bar? and lots of moustache flirting.

Join us next week for our concluding part with HERO AND THE TERROR (1988), Chuck Norris' later career and another scene by scene review with our result to the very prestigious, VHS Abyss champion of the episode award!

ERNEST SAVES CHRISTMAS (1988) - Grab a mince pie, pour yourself a mulled wine and light that stereotypical log fire to cosy up to our FIRST Christmas episode on this much loved childhood classic.

As well as our regular scene by scene review, we discuss the surprising success of the Ernest franchise and Jim Varney's career, behind the scenes stories including disgruntled Disney world worker's protests, favourite movie Santas, the movies famous composer and Barbara Streisand's agent.

So join us as we (very drunkenly) discuss and dissect this festive treasure and give our VHS Abyss scores out of ten.