What Was Up With The 80's?

What Was Up With The 80's?

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  • Episode 25 - No Holds Barred

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    Rip is the World Wrestling Federation champion who is faithful to his fans and the network he wrestles for. Brell, the new head of the World Television Network, wants Rip to wrestle for his network. Rip refuses and goes back to his normal life. Still looking for a way to raise ratings, Brell initiates a show called "The Battle of the Tough Guys", a violent brawling competition. A mysterious man, Zeus, wins the competition. This gets Brell to use him as an angle to get at Rip.


    2 hr 30 min
  • Episode 24 - Manimal

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    A suave and elegant university professor, who can shape-shift into any animal, fights crime along with a female New York detective and his right-hand man.


    2 hr 9 min
  • Patreon Bonus: 3 Ninjas

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    Bonus episode from out Patreon, sign up for more bonus content.

    2 hr 4 min
  • Episode 22 - Weird Science

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    Reviewers say 'Weird Science' is an undeniably charming 80s classic that delivers nostalgic appeal and highly rewatchable entertainment. Bill Paxton's scene-stealing performance and the film's over-the-top, feel-good nature earn consistent praise. However, the utterly far-fetched premise and plausibility issues divide audiences, while the writing receives mixed reactions ranging from heartfelt to insulting. Some find it hilarious and genuinely enjoyable, while others consider it unwatchable, making this John Hughes comedy a polarizing experience that resonates most with 80s enthusiasts.

    1 hr 46 min
  • Episode 21 - The Neverending Story

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    Reviewers say 'The NeverEnding Story' remains an iconic 80s fantasy beloved for its imaginative world-building, impressive special effects, and exceptional rewatchability across generations. Families particularly appreciate its nostalgic appeal and fantastical elements that continue captivating children. However, the film proves divisive regarding engagement level, with some finding it boring. Performances receive mixed reactions, and fans of Michael Ende's novel express disappointment with the adaptation's significant departures from source material.

    1 hr 43 min
  • Episode 20 -Labyrinth

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    Sarah is forced by her father and her stepmother to babysit her baby stepbrother, Toby, while they are out. He does not stop crying and she wishes that he would be taken away. Out of the blue, he stops crying and when she looks for him in his crib, she learns that her wish was granted, and the Goblin King Jareth has taken him to his castle in the Goblin City in the middle of a labyrinth. Sarah repents and asks Jareth to give him back, but Jareth tells her that she has to rescue him before midnight. Soon she teams up with some allies. Will they rescue Toby in time?

    1 hr 44 min
  • Episode 19 - Weekend at Bernie's

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    Weekend at Bernie's - 1989

    Convinced they are about to climb the corporate ladder, ambitious office drones Larry and Richard alert their unscrupulous insurance mogul boss Bernie after discovering that someone has been cooking the books. So, indebted to them for their help in exposing the embezzlement scheme, the grizzled playboy invites the boys to spend Labor Day at his posh Hamptons beachside palace; however, he has ulterior motives. Then, Bernie ends up dead by the mob for his sins, and the two friends find themselves at a crossroads: should they report Bernie's death or keep it from the authorities to avoid implications? But, for a stiff, Bernie is surprisingly lively. Can Larry and Richard pull off a miracle and survive the crazy weekend at Bernie's?

    3 hr 3 min
  • Episode 18 - Robocop

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    Robocop - 1987

    In a violent, near-apocalyptic Detroit, evil corporation Omni Consumer Products wins a contract from the city government to privatize the police force. To test their crime-eradicating cyborgs, the company leads street cop Alex Murphy into an armed confrontation with crime lord Boddicker so they can use his body to support their untested RoboCop prototype. But when RoboCop learns of the company's nefarious plans, he turns on his masters.


    3 hr 23 min
  • Epiaose 17 - Little Monsters

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    Little Monsters - 1989

    A child meets the monster that lives under his bed. He even becomes one of his best friends. Soon the child discovers a whole new world of fun and games under his bed where pulling pranks on kids and other monsters is the main attraction.


    3 hr 40 min
  • What Was Up With the 80's Crossover - Home Alone 2: Lost in New York

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    Home Alone 2: Lost in New York

    Director - Chris Columbus

    Writer - John Huhges

    Music - John Williams

    Stars:

    Macauley Culkin

    Joe Pesci

    Daniel Stern

    Catherine O'Hara

    John Heard

    Tim Curry

    Brenda Fricker

    Rob Schneider

    Devin Ratray

    Gerry Bamman

    Terrie Snell

    3 hr 51 min

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A journey into the media that came out of the decade that was the 80's.