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The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 390
Crashing our way like waves onto a beach, we're back with another tide of classic retro flicks for you to wade into and ride on in total style! Prepare for a wild ride folks.
SATURDAY 8th August
Twins (1988) ITV 12:50pm-3:00pm
An unlikely pair of brothers, who were born as the result of a one-off genetic experiment and separated at birth, are reunited in adulthood. They set out on a cross-country search for their unknown mother - fending off vicious loan sharks and a professional assassin along the way. Comedy, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Danny DeVito, Kelly Preston and Chloe Webb.
A Knight's Tale (2001) 5STAR 3:30pm-6:10pm
A poverty-stricken squire spies an opportunity to make his dreams come true when his employer dies. He takes his place as a knight, launching himself on the road to riches by competing in jousting tournaments, but his ruse is jeopardised by a dastardly nobleman. Comedy adventure, starring Heath Ledger, Paul Bettany, Mark Addy, Shannyn Sossamon and Rufus Sewell.6:10pm
Taking It Way Back With Our Exclusive New Movie TShirts!
If it's a full serving of cult cool you're after and tees that will make people say 'no way, I remember that!', you're in luck thanks to our ace new collection of classic movie tshirts!
Bringing back some iconic titles that are sure to be a blast from the past, this latest collection features some of our very fave 80s films that have been brought back to life thanks to these amazing movie poster designs.
See anything you remember?
If you love a true cult classic, this Willow Movie Poster White T-Shirt is THE one! Despite never really taking the critics fancy at launch, this total gem captures the hearts of the public and holds a special place in a lot of people's hearts.
Do they get much more 80s than this? Back in the day when nerdy school geeks could just about do anything a screenwriter could imagine... say something like building a perfect woman, the possibilities for fun were endless. Show your love for this movie throwback with our exclusive Weird Science Movie Poster Heather Blue T-Shirt!
The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 389
Feeling hot hot hot! With the sun showing it's glorious warm face once more, we're so excited to bathe in its glow once more and really let all our worries be blown away. When you're not catching rays, why not catch some of our top movie picks heading your way this weekend. Enjoy!
SATURDAY 1st August
Addams Family Values (1993) 5STAR 12:45pm-2:35pm
Spooky couple Gomez and Morticia hire a nanny to look after their new baby son - and stop him suffering an early death at the hands of his jealous elder siblings. Romance soon blossoms between the new childminder and Uncle Fester, but he does not realise she is planning to kill him once she has got hold of the family fortune. Comedy sequel, starring Anjelica Huston, Raul Julia, Christopher Lloyd, Christina Ricci and Joan Cusack.
Happy Birthday Harry Potter! PLUS New House TShirts...
As many of you fellow Potterheads may be aware of, today (31st July) marks two special days in the land of witches and wizards... it's J. K. Rowling AND Harry Potter's Birthday!
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Born back in 1980, Harry hits the milestone 40 years old today. Scary to think huh!
Never one's to miss out on an excuse for a celebration, we're raising a glass to old man Harry with some amazing new Harry Potter House Crest TShirts. Check them out...
Their daring, nerve, and chivalry set Gryffindors apart - if this sounds like a bit of you, cast your spell over our Harry Potter Gryffindor Crest T-Shirt and get it added straight into your collection.
The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 388
Like an artist lashing paint onto the canvas, we're back again to dash a whole love of colour and fun into your weekend with our latest retro movie picks! A dab of adventure, a stroke of comedy, what will you mix up and create this weekend?
SATURDAY 25th July
The Rugrats Movie (1998) Film4 11:00am-12:40pm
Tommy tries to return his new brother to the baby shop, helped by Angelica, Chuckie, Phil and Lil - but the friends become lost in dense woodlands en route, turning their expedition into a scary and exciting journey of discovery. Animated comedy based on the TV series, with the voices of Elizabeth Daily, Christine Cavanaugh, Kath Soucie, Whoopi Goldberg and Busta Rhymes.
The Addams Family (1991) 5STAR 2:15pm-4:25pm
Creepy couple Morticia and Gomez find their unconventional life threatened by a man claiming to be a long-lost relative. When they welcome him with open arms, they fall prey to a plot that could cost them their ancestral home and the family fortune. Black comedy based on the 1960s TV series, starring Anjelica Huston, Raul Julia, Christopher Lloyd, Christina Ricci, Jimmy Workman and Carel Struycken.
Celebrating Cinderella 70s Years On!
Once upon a time, in a faraway land... well back in 1950 from the Walt Disney Studio... Cinderella was first released and boy what a total classic it's been ever since!
Telling the iconic tale first written by Charles Perrault, the story is a true fairytale and follows Cinderella on her journey from poorly treated maid to anonymous beauty to ultimately stunning and happy princess (with help from her furry friends and Fairy Godmother of course).
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Released in the UK on 26th July 1950, it's incredible to think just how long this iconic tale has been capturing the hearts of kids and adults everywhere for.
Over the amazing 70 years, this true vintage gem has been adapted into further movies, TV shows, musicals and more which have only helped to keep the magic alive.
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