Episodes

  • EP#157: Remembering Val Kilmer

    EP#157: Remembering Val Kilmer
    Apr 20 2025

    In this episode, once again its time to pay tribute to another legend. Following the recent passing of Val Kilmer, George and Charlie take a moment to look back on their favourite films of an actor taken too soon.

    We will be covering Kilmer's uncanny performance as Jim Morrison in The Doors in our next patreon episode.

    Retro Ramble 2025
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    32 mins
  • EP#156-Crimson Tide 1995

    EP#156-Crimson Tide 1995
    Apr 4 2025

    In this episode, to honour the late, great Gene Hackman, Charlie and George are taking a deep dive on Crimson Tide!

    There's a lot to discuss, it's a Tony Scott film (so expect slick, sweaty visuals), two of the greatest actors squaring off in a confined space and a booming Hans Zimmer soundtrack, paving the formula for future Simpson/Bruckheimer productions.

    As usual, there's some juicy behind-the-scenes insight and some interesting alternative casting in Coulda Woulda Shoulda.
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    56 mins
  • EP154 - Remembering Gene Hackman

    EP154 - Remembering Gene Hackman
    Mar 10 2025

    A short special episode remembering the acting legend Gene Hackman, who we sadly lost a few weeks ago.

    Charlie and George discuss a variety of their favourite performances, from French Connection, Superman, Get Shorty, Royal Tenenbaums and The Conversation.

    Their next podcast episode will be a deep dive (pun intended) on Crimson Tide!

    Please like, review and share with like minded retro fans! Disclaimer: ALL COPYRIGHT USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CREATIVE COMMONS ACT.

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    17 mins
  • EP#153: Short Circuit (1986)

    EP#153: Short Circuit (1986)
    Mar 8 2025

    In this month's episode, Charlie and George are off to Oregon, to see if Number 5 really is alive.... That's right, they're revisiting 80's cult classic Short Circuit!

    All the usual topics are covered, from preproduction challenges, suspicious spin offs to controversial casting (and that's not just Steve Guttenberg)! Does Short Circuit still hold up? Where does it rank with other family favourites? Listen to find out!

    Please like, review and share with like minded retro fans! Disclaimer: ALL COPYRIGHT USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CREATIVE COMMONS ACT.
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    38 mins
  • EP#151 - The Last Action Hero 1993

    EP#151 - The Last Action Hero 1993
    Feb 4 2025

    In this episode, it's Annual Arnie time, with Charlie and George delving into one of Schwarzenegger's biggest misfires - Last Action Hero!

    How can a film with the world's biggest star, a huge budget, a great concept, a successful director and the most expensive writers in Hollywood possibly fail?! Was it ahead of its time? Is it underrated? Tune in to find out!
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    46 mins
  • EP#149 - Review of 2024

    EP#149 - Review of 2024
    Jan 24 2025
    To kick off 2025, Charlie & George are looking back on what they watched in 2024! The brothers discuss what they loved, were mildly entertained by and what they felt were the turkeys of the year! Films include Dune 2, Gladiator 2, Alien Romulus, The Fall Guy, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire and plenty of other nostalgia-bait! TV highlights include; Terminator Zero, Blue Eyed Samurai, The Gentleman and Shrinking For more in-depth reviews of Alien Romulus Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Roadhouse and Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F (plus much more!) - please check out our Patreon channel: www.patreon.com/retroramble
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • EP#147: Batman Returns 1992

    EP#147: Batman Returns 1992
    Dec 16 2024

    It's that wonderful time of year again—Christmas! And what better way to celebrate than with a festive favourite film? This time, we're diving into a sequel to one of the biggest movies of the '80s: 1992's Batman Returns!

    Charlie and George take a deep dive into the superhero sequel where everything is ramped up - the villains, production design, classic Tim Burton weirdness and well, horniness.

    They discuss everything from production background, casting decisions, sequel spin-offs and probably too much time sharing their love for Christopher Walken's intense villain, Max Shreck!

    Santa Claus? 'fraid not, we're just some podcast who got lucky, and sue us, if we wanna give something back!
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • EP#146: Stargate (1994)

    EP#146: Stargate (1994)
    Nov 29 2024
    Charlie and George uncover a gateway to the other side of the universe, whisking themselves back to 1994 to revisit Stargate! The film that launched a host of TV spin-offs, comics and games, the boys delve into its origins, casting and post-production struggles. Plus there's lots of chat about Kurt Russell's hair. Enjoy and please share!
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    1 hr and 3 mins