In this episode we self isolate with some of our favorite retro video and computer games. And we've collected a special guest along the way. So join Colin, Paul and Dave as they choose some of their favorite joystick wagglers and button mashers. Intro music, Thunder Force IV composed by Toshiharu Yamanishi, and Takeshi Yoshida and outro music from The Chaos Engine by Farook Joi, Haroon Joi, and Richard Joseph.
In a change from our normal episode we've each pieced together our dream TV schedule for a day of self isolation. We start around 9am and finish around 12pm and it's a ramshackle, drunken affair. Mistakes will be made, odd TV selections complained about, and you'll feel like you've spent the day with us too.
In this episode we're polishing our Walther PPKs and mangling our quips with Timothy Dalton's first outing as James Bond in The Living Daylights from 1987. Along the way we discover why you shouldn't take a musical instrument to the public bathroom, and reminiscence on the charity record and concert, "Leave my Bladder Alone..." Opening music is The Living Daylights by A-ha and outgoing track, Where Has Everybody Gone by the Pretenders
We're back with a new series of Retrospection. In this episode we're taking a look at the pilot episode of T. J Hooker, the crime fighting TV series which ran from 1982 to 1986. Along the way we learn to never order chicken from Burger Heaven, marvel at the deep storylines of characters that will never appear in the series, and learn the truth about why T.J. hooker was divorced. OPening and closing music is the show's original theme by Mark Snow.
Nothing says Christmas more than a stoned Californian wearing spandex. Join us as we unseasonably ring in the holidays with Captain America from 1979. Along the way Paul loses the ability to remember the name Steve Rogers, we marvel at his massive helmet and ponder how this ever got a sequel. Music is the opening theme by Pete Carpenter and Mike Post.
In this episode we're having a 10-20 with Gerry Anderson's final puppet series, Terrahawks, from 1983. Along the way we ponder why androids need genitalia, why is Dr. Ninestein a complete tool, and remember the old children's magazine "Look-In". Opening music is the theme from the show by Richard Harvey, and the closing music is the Japanese version opening soundtrack.
In this episode we're taking a shot at the American TV series the A-Team, which ran from 1983 to 1987. Along the way we discover Colin's trigger word, that Onions of Acting would be his autobiography, and that Paul is strong to the beer and has a whole sordid history of despicable behaviour with Action Men. Intro and outro music by Mike Post and Pete Carpenter.
In this episode we warp out to the far reaches of the universe with Star Trek V: The Final Frontier from 1989. Along the way we unfortunately find out how Paul thinks the Enterprise is sexy, discover his fetish for catwomen and Colin does the Sybok shuffle. So join us on this epic journey. Intro music From STV by Jerry Goldsmith, and outro from STV, The Moon's a Window to Heaven performed by Hiroshima.
In this episode we aim our sights on Bond, James Bond.... sort of. It's the unofficial Bond though with Never Say Never Again from 1983. Along the way Colin reveals who is really behind the genius of Sean Connery, Paul discusses his favorite pies, and occasionally they both talk about the film. Intro music is the Never Say Never Again theme by Michael Legrand and sung by Lani Hall, and the outro is the alternative theme sung by Phyllis Hyman.
In this episode we take an arresting look at the classic American cop show CHiPs from 1977. Along the way we enjoy some wacky zooms, ponder the dangers of squash, and Colin wonders if Paul even watched the show before recording. Join us as we get funky with the disco beats of Alan Silvestri's soundtrack and keep the "tack in the black" (email us if you have any idea what that means).
In this episode we're staking out Dracula A.D. 1972 from 1972. It's Hammer time as Johnny Alucard raises Count Dracula from the dead in London, and the Count goes after the descendants of Van Helsing. Along the way Paul pierces marshmelons with a sporkle, Colin wonders why ITV never did Audience with the Devil and we wonder if Johnny Alucard is the Frank Spencer of horror. Intro music by Michael Vickers and outro by Stoneground.
In this episode we take a look at Battlestar Galactica's short lived offspring, Galactica 1980. Along the way we discover some confusing rules on invisibility, wish we had Commander Adama's anti-aging cream, and wonder if social services needs to step in and free Dr. Zee. Intro and outro music by Stu Phillips.
In this episode we swoop through the air, not with Superman, but with his cousin, Supergirl from 1984. Along the way we ponder when does a Supergirl become a Superwoman? Can a failed witch and a bumbling warlock really be decent villains? And we argue about how Super People change out of their disguises. Music by Jerry Goldsmith
This Episode - We join the perils of Moonbase Alpha as they find themselves spiraling out of Earth's orbit in Sylvia and Gerry Anderson's, Space 1999 (1975-77). Along the way we wonder how they have so much paper on a treeless moon, try to contact a ghostly moustache, get nostalgic about double glazing adverts, and discover Paul's dislike for newscasters in TV and films. Music from Space 1999 by Barry Gray, outro Funko by Irving Martin & Brian Dee. Find us on patreon.com/retrospection...
In this episode we're taking a look at Flash Gordon from 1980. The campy scifi extravaganza that pits humanity against the merciless Ming. Along the way we discuss the different tone the novelization takes, revel in dodgy effects, and wonder about the acting styles that range from Shakespeare, to Blue Peter. It's two hours of fun, and it rockets by if you're in Mingo mean time. Intro and outro music by Queen
In this episode we get down and dirty with John Wayne's Brannigan (1975) as the ruthless Detective swaps the mean streets of Chicago for the grimy roads of London. This was Wayne's second attempt at a Dirty Harry type film and co-stars Richard Attenborough. Join us as we discuss the Duke himself, our love for 1970s cop films and whether you can cal yourself a professional hitman if you always miss. Intro and outro music from the film by Dominic Frontiere.
In this episode we journey to a galaxy far, far away, and to a long time ago.... but not that one. We going on a space faring adventure with Roger Corman's Battle Beyond the Stars from 1980. So, join us as we discuss suggestively shaped ships and alcohol dispensing belts, in this oddly toned children's film.
In this episode we take a look at The Return of Swamp Thing from 1989. This Jim Wynorski comic book movie is a very loose sequel to Wes Craven's original, and is very different in tone and look. But does it hold up for us today? Along the way Paul battles with Swamp Thing Dookie, Colin remembers the great punk 'Rob Genitals', and both argue about fruity cheesecake. Do you know where your banana muffins are? Music intro by Creedence Clearwater Revival "Born on the Bayou" and outro music is from t...
In this episode we join Sam Treadwell as he searches for the perfect woman in the cult classic, Cherry 2000, from 1987. Along the way we discover that Paul considers himself a gourmet, and wants a certain robot for Christmas. While Colin reveals a shocking lack of knowledge about barbed wire (not the film, the object). Music is from the Cherry 2000 soundtrack music suite by Basil Poledouris.
In a change to our scheduled episode, while Colin is off on a secret 00 mission, Paul is joined by guest presenter Adam. Adam discusses his love of no-brain 90s action movies whilst Paul's sobriety is once again called into question. Intro Devo "Girl You Want" Outro Joan Jett and Paul Westerberg "Let's Do it (Let's Fall in Love)"
In this episode we take a drive into crazy town as we watch John Carpenter's In the Mouth of Madness (1994). Paul reveals a surprising fascination for certain aspects of anime, and Colin spends too much time on little old ladies. Intro and outro music by John Carpenter.
In this episode we take a sprint through Logan's Run from 1976. Colin wonders if living in a Utopia is worth dying at thirty, while Paul contemplates the deeper emotions of his love for 70s scifi fashion. Is this influential scifi movie still worthy of a watch or do we wish our crystals had turned black before the end? Only one way to find out...... Intro and outro music by Jerry Goldsmith.
Due to Paul coughing and sneezing over everything our regular episode has been delayed. So in the meantime enjoy this slightly different special episode, in which I take a look at Bullit from 1968 and see how it was influenced by European cinema. Music by Ennio Morricone.
In this episode we uncover the truth and throw on the shades as we take a look at John Carpenter's scifi cult classic, They Live, from 1988. Along the way we create an new type of audiobook, attempt a terrible bit of acting, and spend too much time discussing cheese. Intro and outro music is from They Live by John Carpenter.
In this episode we take a look at Die Another Day from 2002. Pierce Brosnan's last outing as the sophisticated British spy was the biggest grossing Bond film until Casino Royale, but divided opinions on its release. Will the same happen to us? Meanwhile, Paul reveals a fear of two headed women and mixes up a musical space walk with the sounds of the imperial march, and we ponder where supervillains go shopping. Intro music is Die Another Day by Madonna and the outro is Paul Oakenfold's remix of ...
In this episode we take the law into space as we journey to BBC's short-lived scifi series, Star Cops, from 1987. Meanwhile, Paul battles with his Alexa and Colin defends against an onslaught of chocolate bar puns. Music, Star Cops theme, "It Won't be Easy Without You" by Justin Hayward.
In this episode we double down with Hammer's Twins of Evil from 1971. It's a right British horror with the twin delights of Mary and Madeleine Collinson ably supported by stalwarts Peter Cushing and Dennis Price. Meanwhile, Paul stands up for all cinematically victimized uncles, explains what you can do with an ox and a wheelie bin, and Colin worries about the surivival of a long distance Viennetta. Music by Harry Robertson.
In this episode we're parachuting into 1978 with Andrew V. McLaglen's, all-star cast, action-film, The Wild Geese. Starring Richard Burton, Richard Harris, Roger Moore and a whole host of British acting royalty. Meanwhile, Colin discovers a long lost organ, and Paul decides that spinal alcohol crystals are a life goal, not a life lesson. Opening music is the The Wild Geese Overture by Roy Budd, and closing music is Dance with Dead by Roy Budd and featuring Jerry Donahue.
In this episode we take a look at the first attempt at a live action version of 2000AD's most famous creation, Judge Dredd. We join Sylvestor Stallone and Armand Assante as they tackle the infamous lawman in Danny Cannon’s 1992 scifi blockbuster, Judge Dredd. As we reveal every spoiler Paul gets obsessed with removing his helmet, Colin worries about Little Mic, and both get annoyed by Rob Schneider. Intro music by Alan Silvestri and outro by The Cure, and remember, this is certainly not suitable...
In this episode we're taking a look at Michael Crichton's Runaway from 1984. Meanwhile Paul dreams about the only robot he would ever want, and takes a tough stance on venom spitting robotic spiders (but runs away from real ones). Colin wonders if Lois is more than just a robotic house robot for lonely Ramsay, and tries out, another soon to be forgotten, catchphrase. Music from the Runaway by Alan Silvestri
