Once Upon A VHS - 80s and 90s Fantasy

Written by: Michael Lee Richardson
  • Summary

  • On a queer and neverending quest through the fantasy films of the 80s & 90s, and all the memories and feelings they conjure up. From animated adventures and sword and sorcery epics to magical romcoms and fairytale horror, we will journey through the big blockbusters and cult classics.



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Episodes
  • Masters of the Universe (1987) with Chris O'Brien
    Feb 13 2025

    Our good friend Chris O'Brien joins us for an epic episode encompassing the Mattel toys, the various animated He-Man and She-Ra series, and the Cannon Films feature.


    Skeletor's set of "boobs", The Eyes of Evil-lyn, Stinkor, Raspberry Pi powered Cosmic Key synths, Courtney Cox's grisly gash, Orko's glow up, BBQ on Gwildor's beard, the inaugural use of the Star Trek alarm, Filmation, financial fiascos and even more elephants in the room await.


    We share our thoughts on the movie and its themes, some behind the scenes gossip, delve into the nightmarish moments and dream up some ridiculous merch. Can you really call it a good journey? Listen and find out!


    Art by Ashleigh Jane Cosgrove. Music by Karl Casey at White Bat Audio.


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    2 hrs and 14 mins
  • Krull (1983) with Movies That Made Us Gay
    Feb 7 2025

    We're joined by Scott and Pete from the brilliant Movies That Made Us Gay podcast to grab the Glaive (ouch) for an epic sci-fi-infused fantasy adventure.


    Dungeons and Drag Queens, British institution Todd Carty, Fighting Fantasy gamebooks, Princess Chappell Roan with the voice of Professor Maggie Walsh, a Beast of ambiguous scale, the Genre aisle, being bothered by Liam Neeson, a smidge of Star Wars influence and a host of connections to other 80s fantasy classics await.


    We share our thoughts on the movie and its themes, some behind the scenes gossip, delve into the nightmarish moments and dream up some ridiculous merch. Would James Horner reuse his own material? Listen and find out!


    Art by Ashleigh Jane Cosgrove. Music by Karl Casey at White Bat Audio.


    https://linktr.ee/onceuponavhs


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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • The Secret of NIMH (1982)
    Jan 31 2025

    Hold on to your animated amulets as we explore Don Bluth's visually vibrant and emotionally potent directorial debut.


    Mouse peril, scabby owls, Scissor Sisters, acid trips, divine intervention, magical twinkly stuff, gay rats, Charlotte's Web, the sartorial excellence of Vincent Valentine and lots of string await.


    We share our thoughts on the movie and its themes, some behind the scenes gossip, delve into the nightmarish moments and dream up some ridiculous merch. Can we forgive Jeremy the stupid bird? Listen and find out!


    Art by Ashleigh Jane Cosgrove. Music by Karl Casey at White Bat Audio.


    https://linktr.ee/onceuponavhs


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    1 hr and 11 mins

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