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The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 378
Welcoming in another retro movie weekend like a familiar friend at your door, we're back with a whole lot of film goodness for you to jump on board with and ride through the days in total style! Enjoy!
SATURDAY 16th May
Goosebumps (2015) Channel 5 2:25pm-4:30pm
A teenager discovers his new neighbour is the writer of a popular series of books, who harbours a terrifying secret. The ghosts and monsters the author writes about are real, and his stories keep them contained. The youngster accidentally releases them into the real world and has to find a way to get them back in the books before they can cause chaos. Fantasy adventure, starring Jack Black and Dylan Minnette.
Peter Pan (2003) ITV2 3:55pm-6:10pm
The adventures of the boy who never grows old, as he whisks Wendy Darling and her brothers away to the magical world of Neverland - where they come face to face with fearsome Captain Hook. Adaptation of JM Barrie's fantasy novel, starring Jeremy Sumpter, Rachel Hurd-Wood, Jason Isaacs and Lynn Redgrave.
The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 377
Saying helloooooo to another retro movie weekend! While we need to put a hold on our own adventures, we can sure tune in and join in on a whole heap of others with our top pick of classic movies hitting the telly. Enjoy!
SATURDAY 9th May
Practical Magic (1998) Channel 5 1:00pm-3:10pm
Two chalk-and-cheese sisters descended from a long line of white witches, are determined to lift the curse that has burdened all the females of the family for generations - namely, that any man who falls in love with them will suffer an untimely death. Fantasy, starring Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman, Stockard Channing, Dianne Wiest and Aidan Quinn.
Bedazzled (2000) 5STAR 1:30pm-3:15pm
The Devil appears as a beautiful woman to a lovelorn computer buff and grants him seven wishes in exchange for his soul. However, he quickly discovers that dealing with the Princess of Darkness is not so simple, and when he uses his wishes to woo the girl he loves they all backfire on him in disastrous fashion. Fantasy comedy remake, with Brendan Fraser, Elizabeth Hurley, Frances O'Connor and Miriam Shor.
The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 376
Like a moth to an outside patio light, we're flapping around frantically so we don't miss the very best classic movies heading our way this weekend.
A little action, a little comedy, a little romance and a whole lot of retro. Enjoy our top picks!
SATURDAY 2nd May
The Mask (1994) Channel 5 12:05pm-2:10pm
A timid bank clerk stumbles on an ancient mask, which endows whoever wears it with untold superhuman powers, unbridled self-confidence, and an irresistible charm for the ladies. Unfortunately, he earns the enmity of a local gangster for daring to flirt with his girlfriend - and when the crook gets wind of the artifact's existence, he covets the power for himself. Comic-book comedy, with Jim Carrey, Cameron Diaz, Peter Riegert, and Peter Greene.
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The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 375
So we just checked our calendar (well.... the date on our phone) and it turns out it's time for another Retro Movie Rundown! Who knew?? With that's let's pack our bags and begin our trip down memory lane with a whole heap of awesome retro movie goodness. Enjoy!
SATURDAY 25th April
Back to the Future (1985) Film4 11:00am-1:20pm
Teenager Marty McFly travels back to the 1950s in a time machine built by his eccentric inventor friend. The return journey proves tricky enough, but he also accidentally alters the sequence of events that led to his parents falling in love - and has to persuade his future dad to win his mother's heart, or he will never be born. Sci-fi comedy adventure, starring Michael J Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson and Crispin Glover.
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Street Fighter (1994) Sony Movies 12:20pm-2:30pm
A military officer goes in search of a power-mad general who is holding several hostages in a secret location. He soon finds he is not the only one on the maniac's trail, and joins forced with a mismatched band of martial artists to save the captives. Action-adventure based on the video game, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, Raul Julia, Kylie Minogue and Ming-Na Wen.
The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 373
We've got a bumper one for you this time folks! With (apparently) it being a bank holiday weekend, we thought we would keep you fully clued up on some of the very best ways to spend your time.... enjoying your favourite films! Have fun...
FRIDAY 10th April
James and the Giant Peach (1996) Sony Movies 9:00am-10:35am
An unhappy orphan living with his cruel aunts discovers a gigantic peach growing in the garden. Venturing inside, he meets six friendly insects and together they embark on a magical journey. Animated and live-action fantasy, based on Roald Dahl's novel, starring Paul Terry, Joanna Lumley and Miriam Margolyes and featuring the voices of Susan Sarandon and Richard Dreyfuss.
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Baby's Day Out (1994) Film4 11:00am-12:55pm
Three bungling kidnappers hatch a plan to pose as society reporters and snatch the baby son of a wealthy couple. However, the infant escapes on to the streets of New York, evading the crooks' every attempt to recapture him. Comedy, starring Joe Mantegna, Lara Flynn Boyle, Joe Pantoliano and Brian Haley.
Father of the Bride Part II (1995) Sony Movies 2:20pm-4:30pm
A put-upon father has just got used to his daughter being married when he learns she is pregnant. Thrown into a mid-life crisis, he impulsively sells his house so he and his wife can buy the seafront retreat they had always dreamed about - only for responsibility to come crashing back on him when his wife reveals she is also expecting. Comedy sequel, starring Steve Martin and Diane Keaton.
The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 368
Screeching its way into another week, the retro movie rundown is back and sure to shake things up!
Pulling up in a cloud of smoke, we're ready to pick you up and take you on a wild ride through drama, romance, action and plenty of nostalgia, enjoy!
SATURDAY 7th March
The Waterboy (1998) Sony Movies 5:15pm-7:05pm
An American football team's waterboy puts up with constant ridicule from the players. But one day his anger gets the better of him and he demonstrates an unexpected talent for tackling - so the coach gives him a chance to prove his worth on the pitch. However, he has to keep his blossoming sporting career a secret from his overprotective mother. Comedy, with Adam Sandler, Kathy Bates, Henry Winkler and Fairuza Balk.