Sometimes life lessons come from unexpected places—like the 1990s racing movie. After watching Days of Thunder over 20 times, these are the valuable insights that stuck with me over the years. 1. Face Your Fears Head-On You’ve got to get back on the horse (or back in the race car) and face your fears. After … Read more
Looking for a list of the best 90s movies that look, sound, and feel like the 90s? Congratulations, you found it! This list only contains the best movies written, produced and set in the 90s. Movies with an authentic 90s flavour, sure to inspire nostalgia. The list contains iconic 90s movies like Clueless, Friday, and … Read more
Looking for some cinematic gems from the golden age of movies? You’re in luck, because I’ve compiled a curated list of the 41 best 90s movies on Netflix that are available to stream right now! This list includes Oscar winners, lighthearted laugh-out-loud films, rom-coms, edge-of-your seat action flicks, and even a few guilty pleasures. Looking … Read more
Craving a retro 80s movie experience tonight but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. As of May 1, 2024, the following list of awesome 80s movies on Netflix should satisfy all your nostalgic needs. We’ve even gone to the trouble of ranking them for you. Need a reminder of what … Read more
What did Viewers of the First Episode of Rescue 911 Experience? Rescue 911’s Opening Crawl On a Tuesday night in mid-April 1989, viewers who tuned into CBS at 8:00pm were met with a sombre opening crawl for a 1-hour TV special called “Rescue 911.” As the plain white text starts to scroll up over a … Read more
Exploring the “Banned from Television” Phenomenon Initial Encounter with “Banned from Television” While watching TV with friends late one night back in 1998, a TV commercial appeared on screen featuring a big bold black square zigzagged with the words: “Banned From Television.” Needless to say this grabbed our full attention. What could be so shocking … Read more
Nostalgia has a soundtrack, and for many of us who grew up in the 1980s. It plays in the whimsical melodies of educational 80s kids TV shows. I’m not talking about the show’s theme songs, I’m specifically thinking about as much is the in-episode songs. The tunes that sometimes were only played once, or played … Read more
The 1980s are a decade known for its distinctive pop culture, music, fashion, and unmistakably, 80s comedy movies. Growing up in the 80s meant being part of an era where movies were more than just entertainment; they were a cultural phenomenon. Shaping humour for generations to come. As a child of the 80s, my perspective … Read more
In the 1980s, action movies didn’t just dominate the box office; they exploded into every corner of pop culture. The impact of these movies is still felt today. From unforgettable catchphrases to fashion trends that defined a generation, the impact of 80s action cinema extends far beyond the screen. This exploration explores the unique blend … Read more
Power On: Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future In the canon of 1980s science fiction television, few series are as pioneering or as boldly innovative as “Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future.” Premiering in September of 1987, the sci-fi series pushed the boundaries of narrative and technological integration. Captain Power set … Read more