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by Anthony Digioia
Sunset Video Rentals is a laid-back retro movie podcast celebrating 80s and 90s favorites, cult classics, hidden gems, VHS-era oddities, and the kind of films that made video store browsing feel like a treasure hunt. Pull up a chair, rewind the tape, and hang out for movie talk with a beach-town rental shop vibe. 📼🌅https://www.youtube.com/@sunsetvideo
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- 3 weeks ago17 min
My Retro Comfort Movies: Vol. 1
Some movies are more than just rewatchable, they feel like pure comfort. In this episode of My Retro Comfort Movies, we’re heading back to the video store era for a laid-back look at 80s and 90s favorites that still deliver laughs, nostalgia, action, quotable moments, and that perfect Friday night rental feeling.
- 4 weeks ago15 min
Second Sight (1989) | Rental Rack Rejects!
In this episode of Rental Rack Rejects, I dig into Second Sight (1989), the strange supernatural detective comedy starring John Larroquette and Bronson Pinchot. With two big sitcom stars, a goofy paranormal premise, and pure late-80s studio chaos, this is exactly the kind of blatantly bad movie I still have a soft spot for.
- Jun 22, 202625 min
Why the Summer of 1987 Was the BEST Movie Season Ever!
The summer of 1987 wasn’t just another movie season. It was a full-blown video store fever dream. From massive action classics like Predator and RoboCop, to vampire cool with The Lost Boys, horror favorites like The Gate, comedies, family hits, cult oddities, and bold studio swings, the summer of ’87 delivered something for almost every kind of movie fan. In this episode, we’re looking back at why Summer 1987 stands out as one of the most exciting and stacked movie seasons of the entire 1980s. Not just because of the biggest hits, but because of the variety, personality, and sheer rental-shelf energy packed into those few months. So grab your popcorn, rewind the tape, and let’s revisit the wild, weird, and wonderful movie summer of 1987.
- Jun 15, 202613 min
Bird on a Wire (1990) | Is This Still Any Good ?
Mel Gibson and Goldie Hawn teamed up in 1990 for Bird on a Wire, a fast, goofy, stunt-filled action comedy that feels tailor-made for the video store era. In this episode, we revisit this forgotten 90s rental favorite to see how it holds up today. From its wild chase scenes and big star chemistry to its oddball villains, romantic comedy energy, and pure early-90s studio movie charm, we’re asking the important question: is Bird on a Wire still any good?
- Jun 8, 202625 min
Was 1985 the Greatest Year for Action Movies?
Was 1985 the greatest year for action movies? From explosive one-man-army classics and martial arts favorites to sci-fi mayhem, fantasy adventure, spy thrills, and Hong Kong action landmarks, 1985 delivered one of the wildest action movie lineups of the entire decade. In this episode, we’re diving into the movies, stars, studios, trends, and pure VHS-era chaos that made 1985 such a monster year for action fans. From theatrical hits to late-night cable legends, this was the year when action cinema went bigger, louder, weirder, and more glorious than ever.
- Jun 1, 202653 min
When Steven Seagal Was an Action Movie Giant!
Steven Seagal’s early run from Above the Law to Under Siege was the stretch that turned him from mystery martial arts guy into one of the biggest action stars of the late 80s and early 90s. In this full marathon edition of The Seagal Series, we’re covering his golden era, including Above the Law, Hard to Kill, Marked for Death, Out for Justice, and Under Siege.
- May 25, 202614 min
Why Ghostbusters is TIMELESS! | Classics Never Say Die
In Episode 2 of Classics Never Say Die, I revisit Ghostbusters (1984) to break down why this supernatural comedy classic still works decades later. From the cast chemistry and unforgettable one-liners to the ghosts, theme song, and pure 80s charm, this is a look at what makes Ghostbusters timeless. If you love retro movies, 80s nostalgia, and revisiting the classics, this one’s for you.
- May 11, 202614 min
Who's Harry Crumb (1989) | Is This Still Any Good?
John Candy goes full detective disaster mode in 1989’s Who’s Harry Crumb?, a goofy late-80s comedy mystery packed with disguises, pratfalls, ransom schemes, and pure Candy charm. In this episode, we revisit the movie’s slapstick chaos, its video-store appeal, the supporting cast, and whether this forgotten comedy caper still delivers laughs today. Is Harry Crumb an underrated John Candy gem, or just a case file best left in the VHS drawer?
About Sunset Video Rentals
Sunset Video Rentals is a laid-back retro movie podcast celebrating 80s and 90s favorites, cult classics, hidden gems, VHS-era oddities, and the kind of films that made video store browsing feel like a treasure hunt. Pull up a chair, rewind the tape, and hang out for movie talk with a beach-town rental shop vibe. 📼🌅https://www.youtube.com/@sunsetvideo
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