Friends, had the pleasure of hosting a screening of Labyrinth after work for members of our theater Family. For quite a few this turned out to not only be their first viewing of the Henson masterpiece - but their first taste of David Bowie as well. 40 years later and Labyrinth is still amazing!

Friends, I hope you are all having a very safe and Happy New Year. I spent the eve with my theater Family serving 2000 patrons who were catching the Stranger Things finale and other films. 2025 was not a good year for my household. Personally or professionally. I expect better of 2026.

Friends, being a member of the theater Family means that we are expected to miss out on the Holidays. So, that is why my better half and I had to wait until tonight to celebrate the Holiday with my Father. In addition to a wonderful meal, I received some fantastic gifts from my good friends!

"I don't know if it's art, but I know I like it." - Walt Disney Friends, my better half surprised me with an early gift.

"... For these beings, fall is the ever normal season, the only weather, there be no choice beyond."

Friends, getting to catch Trick'r Treat on the big screen was an absolute delight. Watching Michael Dougherty's love letter to Halloween was made all the better by seeing it with some of the theater Family... and even scaring a couple of them after the screening! 🎃

Friends, had the pleasure of catching an early screening for TRON: Ares - film was quite fun to say the least. As a longtime fan of the TRON franchise, was grateful for the obvious love for the previous films throughout the movie. Grateful to spend a few hours on the Grid once again!

It's behind me, isn't it? Always a treat to hit the Spirit Halloween to celebrate the upcoming season - although I am a little concerned about my new friend following me home. 🎃

"Tell me, have you the brawn to match the riddle me this, why are you like a bride on her wedding day? Because you're about to be unveiled." Friends, I have over the years shared my love of the character of the Riddler... on more than one occasion.

"I keep telling you, this isn't 'a few birds'! These are gulls, crows, swifts...!" - The Birds (1963) Friends, was able to take a night off with my better half and stumbled across this Funko Pop of Melanie Daniels (Tippi Hedren) from The Birds.

"It's kryptonite, Superman. A little piece of the rock you were born on. I've spared no expense to make you feel right at home." - Superman (1978) Friends, had the pleasure of catching the new Superman film with members of the theater family last night - a whole lot of fun.

"Dr. Grant, my dear Dr. Sattler, welcome... to Jurassic Park." - Jurassic Park (1993) Friends, just because it is busy with the opening of Jurassic World: Rebirth - that doesn't mean we can't have some fun while serving the patrons!

Well, Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein looks incredible. Absolutely incredible. 🎃

Friends, if you have a moment, check out the awesome Ghost Rider video that was released to celebrate the 53rd anniversary of the character of Johnny Blaze.

Friends, there is a new article up, discussing the first segment of 1985's The Twilight Zone - "Shatterday" - which just so happened to feature Bruce Willis.

Friends, a new article is up on the site and the subject is Atari's upcoming Missile Command Delta. If you have a few minutes, check it out.

Friends, as today is May the 4th, I thought I would talk about 5 of my favorite Droids in Star Wars.

Friends, today happens to mark the 90th anniversary of Bride of Frankenstein. New article talks a bit about this classic film!

Friends, after watching the TRON: Ares trailer this weekend, I have a few theories on what we can expect from the upcoming film.

Friends, a new article is up and marks the 25th anniversary for The Road to El Dorado - a film I've always quite liked - even if it didn't do so hot when originally released.

Friends, if you have a few minutes to spare, a new article is up and it's about a 1968 short film from Topps. In addition I was able to include a little history on the company as well as its surprising first set of trading cards.

"That house is not fit to live in. No one's been able to live in it. It doesn't want people." - The Changeling (1980) Friends, the latest article is up and it's about 1980's The Changeling - a very memorable ghost story featuring George C. Scott. Check it out if you have a couple of minutes.

Friends, if you have a couple of minutes to spare, my latest article is a look at what I consider to be 5 of Gene Hackman's top performances.

"Do you have any idea how hard it is for male ducks to lay eggs?" - The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie Friends, if you have a couple of minutes, I share my thoughts on the new Looney Tunes animated film in theaters.

"Vengeance blackens the soul, Bruce. I've always feared that you would become that which you fought against. You walk the edge of that abyss every night, but you haven't fallen in and I thank heaven for that." Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993)

Friends, I share some thoughts on Mickey 17 in a new article. If you have a couple of minutes, check it out?

Friends, the latest article is up and it is all about the 45th anniversary of ShowBiz Pizza - which obviously includes the iconic Rock-afire Explosion!

Friends, the latest Pop Culture Retrorama article is all about the importance of this date in history. One that nearly everyone that I know has managed to either forget about or has possibly overlooked?

"I'm not going to waste my time arguing with a man who's lining up to be a hot lunch." - Jaws (1975) Friends, there is a new article up about the upcoming NECA release for The Game of Jaws - an updated version of the game released by Ideal Toys in '75.

"I was trained to be an actor, not a star. I was trained to play roles, not to deal with fame and agents and lawyers and the press." - Gene Hackman (1930 - 2025)

Friends, I was able to catch The Monkey earlier tonight - there is now a non-spoiler review on the site.

Friends, with the 50th anniversary celebration of Saturday Night Live almost upon us - I've shared my first experience with the show in a new article. If you have a little free time, check it out?

Friends, I caught the new Captain America movie last night - if you have a few moments I share my initial thoughts in a new article.

Friends, would you believe that Saturday marked the 45th anniversary of John Carpenter's The Fog? I couldn't let such an important date pass by without sharing some thoughts about the film.

Friends, if you have a moment, my latest article is about the late and great Ricky Jay. I also share Adam Savage's video on how the two ended up working together on an episode of MythBusters.

Friends, if you have a moment, my new article is about Jon Pertwee - as well as his appearance in a 1973 ad for Bisto gravy. Now I am hungry too. 😆

Friends, I had the pleasure of joining my better half at the local IMAX to catch Wolf Man. Let me share my non-spoiler review! 🎃

Friends, today marks the 53rd anniversary of the airing of a pretty amazing made-for-TV movie - 1972's The Night Stalker! When you have a moment, let me tell you a bit about it, as well as the news that Monstrous Books has reprinted the original source material by Jeff Rice.

Friends, as promised, here is the second half of my Top Ten Horror Movies of 2024. 🎃

Friends, did you hear about the new Dungeons & Dragons table being released by Stern Pinball?

Friends, while I did have to work on New Year's Eve, I made sure that I dropped off the annual Great Bluedini Kool-Aid to the arcade and the theater before heading to the hotel. I was able to accomplish the traditional Super Mario Bros. 'Minus World's trick at home on the Switch.

Friends, with 2024 at an end, I put together my top ten horror movies of the year. Well... at least the first part of that list. 🎃 popcultureretrorama.wordpress.com/2024/12/31/t...

Friends, have you possibly ever heard of a TV series called Wrangler? It just so happens to have been created, produced, and written by Gene Roddenberry! You can find out the history of the short-lived series on the latest Gene-ology podcast! popcultureretrorama.wordpress.com/2024/12/24/w...

"Saint Nicholas is not coming this year. Instead, a much darker, ancient spirit. His name is Krampus. He and his helpers did not come to give, but to take. He is the shadow of Saint Nicholas." - Krampus (2015) Nothing wrong with a reminder of the true meaning of the Spirit of the Season.

Friends, I'm not sure who is in charge of the programming at AMC these last couple of weekends, but I am quite grateful for the vintage entertainment in the early morning. Such as The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus - a Rankin and Bass stop motion holiday classic.

Friends, I was able to best Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage! this morning, once again in honor of my grandmother. Unlike the original game, this one actually took me a bit longer to reach 100% completion - gave the thumbs and fingers a workout. Now... it is on to Spyro: Year of the Dragon!

Friends, as much as I consider myself a fan of The Rocketeer - somehow I missed out on the fact that Tiger Electronics produced an LCD game in 1991! popcultureretrorama.wordpress.com/2024/12/08/t...

Friends, we have BREAKING NEWS! Thanks to my better half, the Disney Dreamlight Valley housing crisis has been averted! 😆

"Now for some real User power." - TRON (1982) Friends, due to our cat being rather unpredictable when it comes to setting up a tree for the Holidays - we have had to forego the usual decoration for quite some time. Thankfully I came across this one that looks like it was taken from the Game Grid!

Friends, hoping you are all having a very safe and Happy Holiday. My article today has to do with how eating tacos became a Thanksgiving tradition in my family. Spoiler alert - it was because of Taco Bell. 😆 popcultureretrorama.wordpress.com/2024/11/28/t...