Videorama
21 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -Videorama is your number one video superstore where we take your request for a topic or a specific set of rules and give you our recommendations.Then, you get to vote for who had the best rec (our Employee of the Month!) Each month, we have a special guest from the industry - we ask them questions on their experience and their advice and ask for their recommendation!
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Pet Sematary (1989): Denise "the Semen Demon" Crosby
December 08, 2021 02:09 - 1 hour - 35.5 MBYup! We're back after a visit to the cemetery and BOY! are our tails tired. This week, we're discussing the original 'Pet Sematary,' based on the novel by Stephen King. Specifically, we're talking about how the main character gets progressively (regressively?) dumber and makes the wrong choices, despite having the most warning in any horror film we can think of; where the scares in this movie went wrong; the horrors of working in a call center; and the origins of the mythical semen demon. ...
The Trial (1962): That's My Pornograph
November 22, 2021 19:05 - 1 hour - 32.7 MBDon't you just hate when you're woken up by a stranger saying you're guilty and going through your pornograph? It really sets the tone for the whole day. Next thing you know, three of your silent co-workers are probably ratting you out, your neighbor moves and doesn't want anything to do with you, your uncle is showing up to your work uninvited, and you either have to rely on a bed-ridden Orson Welles or a guy who threatens little p*ssies with icepicks. Welcome to Franz Kafka's 'The Trial' d...
Jekyll and Hyde...Together Again (1982): Sex, Drugs, and Tim Thomerson
November 11, 2021 00:17 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBThe theme for this month is 'Learning the Wrong Lesson' and Linda's kicking us off with her recommendation - a childhood favorite and Donnie's and her's: 'Jekyll and Hyde...Together Again'. It's a comedy from 1982 that reimagines the Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde story with drugs, sex, and Tim Thomerson! If you watch it before listening to the episode, you will also be wondering why Mark Blankfield isn't a huge celebrity, why those jugs look so familiar, and...is that Angela Chase's mom in 'My So-...
As the Gods Will (2014): Blood Marbles and Cat Bells
October 28, 2021 00:32 - 1 hour - 39 MBLinda's good friend (a staff member from another Videorama branch), Joanie Rich, joins the staff to discuss her recommendation for this month's theme of 'Lesser Known Killer-Doll Movies' - a thoroughly entertaining Japanese horror/sci-fi/fantasy film, "As the Gods Will"! Joanie teaches us about the Daruma doll, Maneki-neko (those awesome cats with the waving paw), and Kokeshi dolls; Donnie dresses up as a child-hood hero (hint for the next episode!); Adrian shares his love for the director ...
Asylum (1972): With Meth Focus
October 19, 2021 01:53 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBThis week, Adrian is presenting his recommendation for Lesser-Known Killer Doll Movies, 'Asylum', starring Peter Cushing, Barbara Parkins, Britt Ekland, Patrick Magee, Charlotte Rampling, and Robert Powell! Adrian teaches us about a practical effect used in the movie (as well as in 'Superman' and '2001: A Space Odyssey') that makes the suit glow live, rather than adding the effect in post. Linda and Adrian discuss their undying and unconditional love for Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin and Donn...
Magic (1978): Dishwasher Clown
October 12, 2021 20:19 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBThis week, it's Linda's turn to share her recommendation (actually, credit goes to her husband) for Killer Doll movie, it's Lord Richard Attenborough's 1978 film, 'Magic', featuring a young(er) Sir Anthony Hopkins; the goddess that is Ann-Margret; and that lovable scamp, Burgess Meredith! Both the screenplay and the novel it was based on were written by William Goldman (YES! The guy who wrote 'The Princess Bride', 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid', 'Marathon Man', and 'All The President's...
Making Contact (1985): With Our Deepest Apologies
October 11, 2021 18:10 - 1 hour - 28.4 MBTrigger Warning: There are too many trigger warnings to list for this episode and we would like to offer our deepest, most sincere apologies both to you, the listener, and to Aaron Eckhart. We are very much ashamed of what we've said and at what we've laughed, unless you're into that sort of thing, Mr. Eckhart, in which case, we would like to offer up our deepest, most sincere, "Oh, hello." Donnie is kicking off our new month and new topic of 'Lesser-Known Killer Doll Movies (nope, no Cha...
From Beyond (1986): Featuring Chris Roberts from I Saw it on Linden Street
October 01, 2021 02:54 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBThe amazing Chris, from the amazing podcast I Saw it On Linden Street, joins the Videorama crew to share his recommendation for the theme 'Reality is the Nightmare': Stuart Gordon's 'From Beyond'! Come listen as we discuss the film and resurrect Linda back to work at Videorama. Our special guest discusses gingerbread men while Linda reveals her newfound 'thing' for hairless Jeffrey Combs being born from a blob-creature, Adrian shares box-office data and movies that performed better in the t...
Pan's Labyrinth (2006): El Sexo Fauno
September 21, 2021 22:28 - 1 hour - 26.1 MBLinda is dying, but wishes to share her recommendation for the theme 'Reality is the Nightmare' before she does. This week, we're covering one of her favorite movies, 'Pan's Labyrinth' by Guillermo del Toro! Join us as Linda shares some behind-the-scenes information, discusses faun dong, pees herself, and dies; Adrian shares information on the budget and gross as well as the other movies that were performing well in the box office at the time it was released; and Donnie shares some negative...
Archenemy (2020): With a Side of Spirulina Balls
September 14, 2021 03:15 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBDonnie shares his rec for the theme 'Reality is the Nightmare': Archenemy, starring Joe Manganiello! Join them as they discuss some behind-the-scenes information (did you know that they originally wanted Nicolas Cage to star in this film?), how most movies are afraid of making choices these days, and how James Gunn is just the greatest. They also ask the hard-hitting questions like was Paul Sheer was showing side-package, is meth a great source of cosmic blood, and are spirulina balls yummy?
Videodrome (1983): Long Live the New Cheeze Flesh
September 09, 2021 01:28 - 1 hour - 32.1 MBIt's a new month and a new theme! This month, we're giving our recommendations for the theme 'Reality is the Nightmare.' Adrian's up first, with his pick, David Cronenberg's classic 'Videodrome'. Love him or hate him, James Woods is a joy to watch on screen. Join the staff as they discuss how the film reflects how society has been influenced and controlled by the media, how we become desensitized to porn that used to be considered taboo, and how the REAL body horror starts occurring in you...
Cobra (1986): Just the Pizza Tips w/EILFM
August 31, 2021 18:43 - 1 hour - 39 MBThis week, the Videorama staff are joined by their amazing friends (and patrons), Steve and Izzy from Everything I Learned From Movies. For a non-porn movie involving someone from the porn industry, they suggest the Cannon classic Cobra, which featured the star of Italian Stallion, Sylvester Stallone. Linda shares behind-the-scenes information on the movie, George P. Cosmotos, Stallone (who may truly be the one responsible for the movie), and the spectacular Brian Thompson; we go on some ta...
Maniac (1980): Video Nasties
August 26, 2021 03:02 - 1 hour - 37 MBOur assignment this month: Non-porn movies made by/with porn directors/actors This week, we cover Donnie's recommendation, William Lustig's Maniac from 1980. Listen as Donnie dives into the behind-the-scenes information on making the movie and the actors and director who were involved. Also, we discuss 'video nasties' and how people should really lighten-up when it comes to horror movies. You're beautiful like my mom.
Ep5 - Hell Night: The Gang Gets Gorked
August 19, 2021 03:51 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBThis week, Adrian sends us all to hell as we review the classic (to some) film, Hell Night! Learn how to fix a car, ride a surfboard. Steal a shotgun and Get your Gork on! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Hell Night: The Gang Gets Gorked
August 19, 2021 03:51 - 1 hour - 72 MBThis week, Adrian sends us all to hell as we review the classic (to some) film, Hell Night! Learn how to fix a car, ride a surfboard. Steal a shotgun and Get your Gork on!
Frankenhooker: Wanna Sandwich?
August 10, 2021 01:29 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBThis month, the theme is Movies With People Who Have Made Porn and Linda's choice is Frank Henenlotter's classic, FRANKENHOOKER! It features James Lorenz; August 1986 Penthouse Pet of the Month, Patty Mullen; and photographer/actress/author/porn legend, Heather Hunter! Stay tuned for a promo from our amazing friend, The Vern's, podcast 'Cinema Recall.' Wanna date?
Tigers Are Not Afraid of Becky Sayers
August 05, 2021 02:15 - 1 hour - 37.1 MBWe are pleased to have our first guest, filmmaker/master storyteller, Becky Sayers! And she likes to party! We conclude our first month of recommendations for 'Female-Directed Horror With No Nudity' with Becky's recommendation: Issa López's 'Tigers Are Not Afraid.' After you listen, make sure to vote for your favorite rec from our first 4 episodes on Twitter - https://twitter.com/VideoramaP YOU get to decide who deserves to be our first Employee of the Month! ...even if it's a guest. Che...
The Hitch-Hiker:Exploring the Chocolate Mountains
July 19, 2021 18:44 - 52 minutes - 34.9 MBJoin the Videorama staff as they discuss Adrian's choice for the month, Ida Lupino's 'The Hitch-Hiker.' We make an excellent pitch for the MCU: Billy Batson, a powerful super hero, has the ability to turn into...KAZAN! A great director with powerful stupidity. The boys take a trip to the Chocolate Mountains (but Linda doesn't have to, since she's married). Also, we talk about our service for the government.
Take a Look: It's The Babadook!
July 12, 2021 20:15 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBThis week is Linda's Choice! She discusses grief and how it's okay to not always like your kid(s), while Donnie discusses why it's okay to not like this movie and Adrian talks about how American movies are too afraid to kill children. Oh, yeah, Linda would like to apologize for reminding you that the movie 'Boat Trip' existed.
Near Dark: Dying for a Cone
July 02, 2021 02:49 - 1 hour - 98.8 MBWe have a customer call in and request a horror movie that's directed by a woman and that does not contain nudity. For our first episode Donnie shares his recommendation: 'Near Dark' which was directed and co-written by Kathryn Bigelow! Linda discusses some awesome stories from behind the scenes (including how Lance Henriksen may have gotten a little too deep into the role) and shares her Vagenda, talking about how antiquated the Oscars are. Donnie shares some memories and negative reviews wh...
Videorama Trailer
June 30, 2021 16:38 - 1 minute - 1.59 MBThis is our trailer. Music by The Vern from Cinema Recall. Enjoy!