Movies and TvShows featuring "old-school" theme.
Aliens misinterpret video feeds of classic arcade games as a declaration of war and attack Earth in the form of these games. A group of unlikely heroes, including a software installer, the President of the United States, and a criminal, must use their gaming skills to save the world. They face challenges from Galaga, Centipede, Pac-Man, and more. With the help of video game characters like Donkey Kong and Q*Bert, they defeat the aliens and restore peace. Along the way, they learn the importance of teamwork and friendship.
The Slap Maxwell Story is a situation comedy broadcast in the United States by ABC as part of its 1987-88 lineup. It stars Dabney Coleman as "Slap" Maxwell, an egocentric sportswriter for a newspaper called The Ledger, somewhere in the American Southwest. The Ledger was a very old-fashioned newspaper -- Slap still composed his column, "Slap Shots," on a typewriter -- and Slap was a very old-fashioned guy. Despite the newly litigious environment of journalism, Slap insisted on filling his column with rumor and innuendo, drawing lawsuits and Slap's frequent termination, to be followed by a groveling apology and his rehiring. He had an on-again, off-again relationship with girlfriend Judy, one of the paper's secretaries, due primarily to his off-putting personality. Annie was Slap's ex-wife, who nonetheless retained a soft spot for him. A recurring event throughout the series' run is that at some point in each episode, someone would hit Slap, with a nun even doing the honors in one episode. The show was created by Jay Tarses, who in 1983 was co-creator of Buffalo Bill, an NBC sitcom in which Coleman starred as a similarly off-putting character, the host of a TV talk show.
The Addiction is a movie about a philosophy student named Kathleen who becomes addicted to blood after being bitten by a vampire. As she spirals further into her addiction, she embarks on a violent rampage, killing and infecting others. The film explores themes of addiction, violence, and the nature of evil.
Lost After Dark is a horror movie set in the 1980s. A group of high school teenagers on their way to a school dance get stranded in the woods after their school bus breaks down. As darkness falls, they are hunted down one by one by a cannibalistic killer. With dark humor and plenty of gore, this movie is a homage to old-school slasher horror.
New Jersey Drive is an experimental film that explores the lives of African-American youths involved in car thefts and gang activities. The story revolves around a group of friends who navigate the dark and violent world of the streets, dealing with corruption, murder, and police brutality. The film delves into themes of loyalty, friendship, and the struggles faced by troubled teens in the urban environment of New Jersey.
In the freezing arctic, a photographer and her team find themselves in a life-or-death situation when they are hunted by a genetically modified creature. They must use their wits and survival skills to outsmart the creature and make it out alive.
A Documentary film exploring the history and evolution of vinyl records. Featuring Interviews with the experts, musicians and fans alike, 'Stuck in the groove' takes you on a journey of vinyl-mania, music and nostalgia.
Sierra is a spy who loves cheesecake. She has a flavor to suit her every mood. Today her mood is bad. Her informant Austin has arrived. She wants answers. Will he give them freely or will she have to threaten him to get what she wants?
Sparks and bullets fly when a Wall Street yuppie must steer a Brooklyn mob crew legit before a beautiful FBI agent can build RICO indictments against them.
In 'Marlon Wayans: Woke-ish', the comedian tackles various topics including racism, LGBTQ issues, and family relationships, offering his unique and humorous perspective. With crude humor and social commentary, he explores the challenges of being African-American in today's society.
Zahos Fokianos is a businessman who flirts with various women. Teta, the daughter of one of the women that Zahos chases, has fallen in love with him but is hesitant to confess her feelings. But when Zahos realizes what is going on, he will feel twenty years younger, travel with her in Europe, and on return he will find that he and the girl are not the only couple who enjoys happiness.
First broadcast in 1987 on the UK's Channel 4, Bombin' is a documentary about Afrika Bambaataa's Zulu nation bringing American hip-hop culture to the UK for first time. The main focus is the graffiti art of Brim and the variety of reactions he is faced with from the British public and press.
Shady Chocolate is a documentary that sheds light on the dark side of the chocolate industry, revealing the exploitation and child labor prevalent in cocoa plantations. It focuses on the Ivory Coast and Ghana, two major West African countries involved in the chocolate production. The film showcases the broken promises made by international organizations and uncovers the corporate greed that perpetuates this cycle of exploitation. It also highlights the impact on the farming communities and the lives of school kids. Through interviews and investigations, Shady Chocolate uncovers the harsh reality of the supply chain behind the chocolate we consume.
Real-life kung fu master Nathan Ingram stars in this gritty, low-budget martial arts epic as a local karate school owner who clashes with a gang of drug traffickers posing as the owners of a rival dojo. Director Charlie Ahearn (who helmed the landmark hip-hop film Wild Style) used the housing projects next to his New York Lower East Side apartment as his central location in this 1979 classic, shot on a vintage Super 8 camera.
In the year 1956, the tranquil town of Elmwood is unexpectedly bombarded with a massive spam attack from outer space. As the residents struggle to deal with the bizarre and annoying messages, they must find a way to stop the alien invasion and restore peace to their once peaceful community.
Some argue that modern graffiti was born in Philadelphia, where the pioneers of wall-writing became citywide celebrities during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Graffiti eventually consumed the city, and a new mayor made it his top priority to fight back. In the process, the city's Mural Arts Program was born. Philadelphia is now a great outdoor museum. Yet graffiti still thrives, with new writers always ready to replace those who are caught or quit.
The residents of a dormitory led by Bu Siti each have their own personal issues. Tari, a dance student, falls in love with a man old enough to be her father. Rahimah, a medical student, is about to be forced into marriage in her village but is rescued by Nasrul. Maria, a flight attendant, gets entangled in a love quadrangle. She is loved by Imansyah, a co-pilot, but Maria is more attracted to Broto, a wealthy merchant. However, Broto himself is more interested in Sita, a dance instructor. Additionally, two teenagers, Ani and Ina, are placed under Bu Siti's care because their parents are preoccupied with politics. All these problems are resolved in a comedic manner.
Documentary type video on the NSA Skateboarding contest held at the Big Vancouver EXPO in 1986. EXPO was the last Worlds Fair held in North America, and the theme was "World in Motion", the NSA put on a big skateboarding contest with Vert, Slalom, Freestyle, 360's, Bowl Riding etc. probably the last great skateboarding contest to feature all the events at one time, Rodney Mullen wins Freestyle, Steve Cab wins Bowl Riding, Tony Hawk wins Vert..Jeff Phillips is there,Claus Grabbke and every star of the day, lots of crowd shots..The biggest skate contest to be put on film during that time.
This visceral cinematic snapshot is an inventive commentary on the pleasures and dangers of wielding a camera. Using different video and film formats, the director tries to record life as it is, unpredictable and at times dangerous.
When an aunt from Chicago visits her niece in a liberal town, she brings traditional values and shakes things up. The town's liberal mindset clashes with the aunt's conservative views, leading to comedic situations and clashes. The aunt uses unconventional methods to solve problems and challenge the town's open-mindedness. Through humorous misunderstandings and cultural clashes, the movie explores themes of tradition, family, and acceptance.