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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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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.

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Deck the halls and watch some movies, tra la la la laaaa, la laaa laaa laaaa! That's how it goes, right? Well, it sure rings true with us! With the cold weather creeping in thick and fast, it's time to grab them blankets and settle in for the duration with your favourite films! Check out our top picks hitting the small screen this weekend. Enjoy!

SATURDAY 15th December

Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) ITV3 12:35pm-2:45pm

An impulsive elf walks out on Father Christmas during the hectic preparations for the festive season, and heads for New York determined to make a name for himself. However, he falls into the clutches of an evil toy manufacturer, who has a devilish money-making plan up his sleeve. Family fantasy adventure, starring Dudley Moore, John Lithgow, David Huddleston, Burgess Meredith and Judy Cornwell.

101 Dalmatians (1996) Channel 5 2:55pm-5:05pm

Wicked fashion designer Cruella De Vil steals a huge litter of newborn Dalmatian puppies to turn into a magnificent coat - but the lucky pups have many four-legged friends who are determined the evil woman and her cronies will get their just deserts. Disney's live-action remake of the animated comedy adventure, starring Glenn Close, Jeff Daniels, Joely Richardson, Hugh Laurie and Mark Williams.

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Bluebells and sunny spells! Another retro movie weekend is here which means.... time for some retro movie goodness!

Setting sail into the vast infinity of the deep blue sea, we find ourselves at the simple beginnings of what could quite be the journey of a lifetime. With ration sacks bulging and water receptacles sealed and tight, we slowly begin to drift away from the certainty of the land as we aim our craft into the unknown to take on all that may lay before us. Will we find old and forgotten lands? Will we just end up going in a circle and end up where we began? Let's find out!

Have a happy retro weekend!

SATURDAY 13th May

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Twist, fizz and pour! Another retro movie weekend is here!

Selecting our fizzy sweet drink of choice, we'll pour ourselves a tall one over ice before setting up camp outside under the glowing sun. Watching the world go by, we'll take time to enjoy time and reminice about good times, good people and good refreshing drinks!

SATURDAY 1st April

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Beethoven's 2nd (1993) ITV 12:55pm-2:40pm (1 hour 45 minutes)

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Crisps and dip! Another retro weekend is upon us. Better buckle up folks!

Boots on, winter hats nice and snug, we're about ready for another year of Christmas tree hunting! Faced with what seems like a incomprehensible amount of choice and variety, we begin the annual hunt for perfection as we analyse each and every evergreen in sight. This one's too wide, this one too tall and this one has some big gaps but alas, sitting perfectly proud and straight, we'll find THE ONE.

Have a happy retro weekend!

SATURDAY 10th DECEMBER

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