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The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 430
Peeping its way from behind the rain clouds, the sun is finally here just in time for another movie filled weekend! Are you ready?
SATURDAY 5th June
Oliver! (1968) GREAT! movies classic 10:35am-1:30pm
An oscar-winning musical version of the stage play based on Charles Dickens' classic tale about a lonely workhouse orphan who ends up on the cold streets of London, where he falls under the wing of petty crook Fagin and his gang of young backstreet thieves. Featuring the iconic songs Food, Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, As Long as He Needs Me and You've Got to Pick a Pocket or Two. Starring Ron Moody, Mark Lester, Oliver Reed, Jack Wild, Harry Secombe, Shani Wallis and Leonard Rossiter.
Charlie's Angels (2000) 5STAR 2:25pm-4:25pm
Three private investigators are recruited to rescue a computer genius from the clutches of a rival. They discover there is more at stake than they thought, as the captive genius has created a dangerous piece of software that must not fall into the wrong hands. Action-adventure, based on the TV series, starring Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore, Lucy Liu and Bill Murray.
Dante's Peak (1997) 5STAR 4:25pm-6:30pm
A vulcanologist's suspicions that a long-dormant volcano is about to erupt turn out to be true, prompting him to race against time to save the community standing in its way - and clash with local government officials weighing his predictions against the loss in tourism revenue. Disaster movie, starring Pierce Brosnan, Linda Hamilton, Elizabeth Hoffman and Charles Hallahan.
The Simpsons Movie (2007) Film4 4:30pm-6:15pm
Homer unwittingly pollutes Lake Springfield, so the US government decides to isolate the city underneath a giant dome. The Simpsons manage to escape and plan to start a new life in Alaska - but learn Springfield is about to be destroyed, and return to save their friends. With the voices of Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright and Yeardley Smith.
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Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) ITV2 5:05pm-7:30pm
Three years after the destruction of Jurassic World, Owen Grady and Claire Dearing are asked to return to the theme park to save its resident dinosaurs from the island's active volcano. During their mission, they uncover a conspiracy that may affect the entire planet. Action sequel, starring Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Rafe Spall and Toby Jones.
The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 428
Washing down on us like a giant rain cloud, we're totally drenched in action, story, comedy and oh so more thanks to our top movie picks heading our way this weekend!
SATURDAY 22nd May
Fallout (1998) Sony Movies 1:00pm-2:55pm
Russian crew members hijack a joint East-West space shuttle and begin making demands, so a disillusioned US astronaut leads a last-ditch rescue mission to save the world. Sci-fi adventure, starring Daniel Baldwin, John Reilly and Frank Zagarino.
It Could Happen to You (1994) Sony Movies 5:00pm-8:05pm
A cop is unable to tip a waitress but instead promises to split the proceeds with her if he wins the lottery. However, his elation when he actually bags the jackpot quickly fades when his furious wife makes it plain she does not want him to honour the pledge. A romantic comedy, starring Nicolas Cage, Bridget Fonda, Rosie Perez and Isaac Hayes.
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The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 427
Pulling out movies like rabbits from a magicians hat, we're back once again, putting on a show that will capture attention and spark wonder! With a puff and a flash, let us reveal our top movie picks.
SATURDAY 15th May
The Next Karate Kid (1994) Sony Movies 2:35pm-4:45pm
Wise karate mentor Mr Miyagi meets the orphaned teenage granddaughter of a soldier who once saved his life. As well as guiding her through the trials of high school and her first romance, he takes her to a Zen monastery to hone her martial arts skills. Adventure sequel, starring Pat Morita, Hilary Swank, Michael Ironside and Constance Towers.
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Captain Ron (1992) Sony Movies 4:45pm-6:50pm
An American businessman learns that his recently deceased uncle has left him a yacht moored in the Caribbean, and ill-advisedly puts his trust in a wayward one-eyed mariner to help him and his family sail the vessel back to Miami. Comedy adventure, starring Kurt Russell, Martin Short, Mary Kay Place and Benjamin Salisbury.
10 Things You Didn't Know About The Karate Kid Films
Crane poses at the ready! We're taking a run and flying jump-kick back into the world of old school training and rivalry with a look at some top amazing facts you might just not know about the iconic The Karate Kid!
Get ready to put on your Cobra Kai T-Shirt and headband as you punch through some amazing facts of this total retro classic! Enjoy...
Surprisingly, during filming in late 1983, Ralph Macchio was age 22! Many of the cast didn't believe him when they asked his age.
In early casting, Charlie Sheen was offered the role of Daniel LaRusso, but he later turned it down.
The classic car Daniel polishes in the famous âwax-on/wax-offâ scene, was later given to Ralph Macchio by the producer, and he still owns it!
The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 421
It's another Easter weekend and we know you're in for a cracking time! Searching high and low, we've hopped around and sniffed out a whole heap of amazing movies heading your way over the next few days. Plenty of feast on! Enjoy.
FRIDAY 2nd April
The Karate Kid (1984) Sony Movies 9:10am-11:40am
A teenager at a new school befriends a pretty girl, but her ex-boyfriend is jealous and attacks him. During one particularly bad fight, a wise old caretaker intervenes and defeats the youngster's assailants using his martial art skills. He goes on to mentor the boy and teaches him karate so he can face his enemies in a tournament. Drama, with Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita and Elisabeth Shue.
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) ITV2 9:55am-12:15pm
Penniless Charlie Bucket is one of five lucky children who find a golden ticket in a chocolate bar, winning a once-in-a-lifetime tour of eccentric recluse Willy Wonka's magical sweet company. Unfortunately, the other winners each face a grim fate when they start to misbehave. Tim Burton's children's fantasy, based on Roald Dahl's novel, starring Johnny Depp, Freddie Highmore, Helena Bonham Carter, and Deep Roy playing all the Oompa Loompas.
The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 418
When logging on is the new going out, we know just how strange that can be and how uneventful it feels. Well! Taking a look at some of our fave free channels, we've picked out our top movies for you to enjoy, so why not buddy up and watch them together with someone... online! Set up a video call, put the kettle on and relive these classics together. Enjoy.
SATURDAY 6th March
Dirty Dancing 2: Havana Nights (2004) 5STAR 1:00pm-2:45pm
A naive American teenager moves with her wealthy family to 1950s Cuba, where she is bewitched by the pulsing Latin American rhythms. Eventually, a partnership made on the dance floor with a local waiter leads to a passionate romance but meets with the disapproval of her family. Drama, starring Romola Garai, Diego Luna, Jonathan Jackson, January Jones, and featuring a cameo by Patrick Swayze.
The Karate Kid (1984) Sony Movies 2:00pm-4:30pm
A teenager at a new school befriends a pretty girl, but her ex-boyfriend is jealous and attacks him. During one particularly bad fight, a wise old caretaker intervenes and defeats the youngster's assailants using his martial art skills. He goes on to mentor the boy and teaches him karate so he can face his enemies in a tournament. Drama, with Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita and Elisabeth Shue.
