Vic Sage
@vicsagepcr.bsky.social
An avid devotee to pretty much all things retro and retro related - I love to share my memories and passion for films, comics, gaming, and podcasting.
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"... For these beings, fall is the ever normal season, the only weather, there be no choice beyond."
October 31, 2025 at 9:01 AM
"... For these beings, fall is the ever normal season, the only weather, there be no choice beyond."
Friends, getting to catch Trick'r Treat on the big screen was an absolute delight. Watching Michael Dougherty's love letter to Halloween was made all the better by seeing it with some of the theater Family... and even scaring a couple of them after the screening! 🎃
October 16, 2025 at 6:24 AM
Friends, getting to catch Trick'r Treat on the big screen was an absolute delight. Watching Michael Dougherty's love letter to Halloween was made all the better by seeing it with some of the theater Family... and even scaring a couple of them after the screening! 🎃
Friends, had the pleasure of catching an early screening for TRON: Ares - film was quite fun to say the least. As a longtime fan of the TRON franchise, was grateful for the obvious love for the previous films throughout the movie.
Grateful to spend a few hours on the Grid once again!
Grateful to spend a few hours on the Grid once again!
October 10, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Friends, had the pleasure of catching an early screening for TRON: Ares - film was quite fun to say the least. As a longtime fan of the TRON franchise, was grateful for the obvious love for the previous films throughout the movie.
Grateful to spend a few hours on the Grid once again!
Grateful to spend a few hours on the Grid once again!
It's behind me, isn't it? Always a treat to hit the Spirit Halloween to celebrate the upcoming season - although I am a little concerned about my new friend following me home. 🎃
September 5, 2025 at 3:17 AM
It's behind me, isn't it? Always a treat to hit the Spirit Halloween to celebrate the upcoming season - although I am a little concerned about my new friend following me home. 🎃
"Tell me, have you the brawn to match the riddle me this, why are you like a bride on her wedding day? Because you're about to be unveiled."
Friends, I have over the years shared my love of the character of the Riddler... on more than one occasion.
Friends, I have over the years shared my love of the character of the Riddler... on more than one occasion.
August 26, 2025 at 8:57 PM
"Tell me, have you the brawn to match the riddle me this, why are you like a bride on her wedding day? Because you're about to be unveiled."
Friends, I have over the years shared my love of the character of the Riddler... on more than one occasion.
Friends, I have over the years shared my love of the character of the Riddler... on more than one occasion.
"I keep telling you, this isn't 'a few birds'! These are gulls, crows, swifts...!" - The Birds (1963)
Friends, was able to take a night off with my better half and stumbled across this Funko Pop of Melanie Daniels (Tippi Hedren) from The Birds.
Friends, was able to take a night off with my better half and stumbled across this Funko Pop of Melanie Daniels (Tippi Hedren) from The Birds.
August 21, 2025 at 11:30 PM
"I keep telling you, this isn't 'a few birds'! These are gulls, crows, swifts...!" - The Birds (1963)
Friends, was able to take a night off with my better half and stumbled across this Funko Pop of Melanie Daniels (Tippi Hedren) from The Birds.
Friends, was able to take a night off with my better half and stumbled across this Funko Pop of Melanie Daniels (Tippi Hedren) from The Birds.
"It's kryptonite, Superman. A little piece of the rock you were born on. I've spared no expense to make you feel right at home." - Superman (1978)
Friends, had the pleasure of catching the new Superman film with members of the theater family last night - a whole lot of fun.
Friends, had the pleasure of catching the new Superman film with members of the theater family last night - a whole lot of fun.
July 10, 2025 at 9:52 PM
"It's kryptonite, Superman. A little piece of the rock you were born on. I've spared no expense to make you feel right at home." - Superman (1978)
Friends, had the pleasure of catching the new Superman film with members of the theater family last night - a whole lot of fun.
Friends, had the pleasure of catching the new Superman film with members of the theater family last night - a whole lot of fun.
"Dr. Grant, my dear Dr. Sattler, welcome... to Jurassic Park." - Jurassic Park (1993)
Friends, just because it is busy with the opening of Jurassic World: Rebirth - that doesn't mean we can't have some fun while serving the patrons!
Friends, just because it is busy with the opening of Jurassic World: Rebirth - that doesn't mean we can't have some fun while serving the patrons!
July 3, 2025 at 1:26 AM
"Dr. Grant, my dear Dr. Sattler, welcome... to Jurassic Park." - Jurassic Park (1993)
Friends, just because it is busy with the opening of Jurassic World: Rebirth - that doesn't mean we can't have some fun while serving the patrons!
Friends, just because it is busy with the opening of Jurassic World: Rebirth - that doesn't mean we can't have some fun while serving the patrons!
Well, Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein looks incredible. Absolutely incredible. 🎃
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein Looks Astounding!
Prepare yourself for a first look at Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein!
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June 1, 2025 at 3:02 AM
Well, Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein looks incredible. Absolutely incredible. 🎃
Friends, if you have a moment, check out the awesome Ghost Rider video that was released to celebrate the 53rd anniversary of the character of Johnny Blaze.
Celebrate The 53rd Anniversary Of Johnny Blaze!
Check out this animated short celebrating the 53rd anniversary of Johnny Blaze aka the Ghost Rider!
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May 31, 2025 at 5:33 AM
Friends, if you have a moment, check out the awesome Ghost Rider video that was released to celebrate the 53rd anniversary of the character of Johnny Blaze.
Friends, there is a new article up, discussing the first segment of 1985's The Twilight Zone - "Shatterday" - which just so happened to feature Bruce Willis.
The Twilight Zone – Shatterday (1985)
Do you remember Bruce Willis in “Shatterday”, the first episode of the 1985 Twilight Zone series?
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May 25, 2025 at 6:24 AM
Friends, there is a new article up, discussing the first segment of 1985's The Twilight Zone - "Shatterday" - which just so happened to feature Bruce Willis.
Friends, a new article is up on the site and the subject is Atari's upcoming Missile Command Delta. If you have a few minutes, check it out.
Ready For Missile Command Delta?
Did you know that Atari is releasing a new Missile Command title?
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May 24, 2025 at 7:19 AM
Friends, a new article is up on the site and the subject is Atari's upcoming Missile Command Delta. If you have a few minutes, check it out.
Friends, as today is May the 4th, I thought I would talk about 5 of my favorite Droids in Star Wars.
Top 5 Star Wars Droids
To celebrate May the 4th, I thought I would share my top 5 favorite Droids in Star Wars.
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May 4, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Friends, as today is May the 4th, I thought I would talk about 5 of my favorite Droids in Star Wars.
Friends, today happens to mark the 90th anniversary of Bride of Frankenstein. New article talks a bit about this classic film!
Happy 90th To Bride Of Frankenstein!
Here is to 90 years of “… a new world of gods and monsters!”
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April 20, 2025 at 8:46 AM
Friends, today happens to mark the 90th anniversary of Bride of Frankenstein. New article talks a bit about this classic film!
Friends, after watching the TRON: Ares trailer this weekend, I have a few theories on what we can expect from the upcoming film.
TRON: Ares Teaser Trailer (2025)
Let me share some of my theories for the upcoming TRON: Ares.
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April 9, 2025 at 4:12 AM
Friends, after watching the TRON: Ares trailer this weekend, I have a few theories on what we can expect from the upcoming film.
Friends, a new article is up and marks the 25th anniversary for The Road to El Dorado - a film I've always quite liked - even if it didn't do so hot when originally released.
25 Years On The Road To El Dorado!
25 years later and The Road to El Dorado is still a wonderful animated film.
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April 1, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Friends, a new article is up and marks the 25th anniversary for The Road to El Dorado - a film I've always quite liked - even if it didn't do so hot when originally released.
Friends, if you have a few minutes to spare, a new article is up and it's about a 1968 short film from Topps.
In addition I was able to include a little history on the company as well as its surprising first set of trading cards.
In addition I was able to include a little history on the company as well as its surprising first set of trading cards.
The Hidden Treasure – 1968 Topps Short Film
Enjoy a slice of history of Topps bubble gum and trading cards with this 1968 short film.
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March 30, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Friends, if you have a few minutes to spare, a new article is up and it's about a 1968 short film from Topps.
In addition I was able to include a little history on the company as well as its surprising first set of trading cards.
In addition I was able to include a little history on the company as well as its surprising first set of trading cards.
"That house is not fit to live in. No one's been able to live in it. It doesn't want people." - The Changeling (1980)
Friends, the latest article is up and it's about 1980's The Changeling - a very memorable ghost story featuring George C. Scott. Check it out if you have a couple of minutes.
Friends, the latest article is up and it's about 1980's The Changeling - a very memorable ghost story featuring George C. Scott. Check it out if you have a couple of minutes.
Celebrate 45 Years Of The Changeling
Would you believe that The Changeling is celebrating its 45th anniversary?
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March 29, 2025 at 8:56 AM
"That house is not fit to live in. No one's been able to live in it. It doesn't want people." - The Changeling (1980)
Friends, the latest article is up and it's about 1980's The Changeling - a very memorable ghost story featuring George C. Scott. Check it out if you have a couple of minutes.
Friends, the latest article is up and it's about 1980's The Changeling - a very memorable ghost story featuring George C. Scott. Check it out if you have a couple of minutes.
Friends, if you have a couple of minutes to spare, my latest article is a look at what I consider to be 5 of Gene Hackman's top performances.
Remembering Gene Hackman (1930 – 2025)
With the passing of Gene Hackman I felt it was time to present my personal Top 5 film list.
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March 20, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Friends, if you have a couple of minutes to spare, my latest article is a look at what I consider to be 5 of Gene Hackman's top performances.
"Do you have any idea how hard it is for male ducks to lay eggs?" - The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie
Friends, if you have a couple of minutes, I share my thoughts on the new Looney Tunes animated film in theaters.
Friends, if you have a couple of minutes, I share my thoughts on the new Looney Tunes animated film in theaters.
The Day The Earth Blew Up (Non-Spoiler Review)
Have you had the chance to check out The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie yet?
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March 19, 2025 at 12:33 AM
"Do you have any idea how hard it is for male ducks to lay eggs?" - The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie
Friends, if you have a couple of minutes, I share my thoughts on the new Looney Tunes animated film in theaters.
Friends, if you have a couple of minutes, I share my thoughts on the new Looney Tunes animated film in theaters.
"Vengeance blackens the soul, Bruce. I've always feared that you would become that which you fought against. You walk the edge of that abyss every night, but you haven't fallen in and I thank heaven for that." Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993)
March 12, 2025 at 12:54 AM
"Vengeance blackens the soul, Bruce. I've always feared that you would become that which you fought against. You walk the edge of that abyss every night, but you haven't fallen in and I thank heaven for that." Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993)
Friends, I share some thoughts on Mickey 17 in a new article. If you have a couple of minutes, check it out?
Mickey 17 (Non-Spoiler Review)
Let me share some thoughts on Mickey 17, the new film by Bong Joon-ho!
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March 8, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Friends, I share some thoughts on Mickey 17 in a new article. If you have a couple of minutes, check it out?
Friends, the latest article is up and it is all about the 45th anniversary of ShowBiz Pizza - which obviously includes the iconic Rock-afire Explosion!
Happy 45th To ShowBiz Pizza!
Care to take a moment and learn the history of ShowBiz Pizza?
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March 5, 2025 at 4:48 AM
Friends, the latest article is up and it is all about the 45th anniversary of ShowBiz Pizza - which obviously includes the iconic Rock-afire Explosion!
Friends, the latest Pop Culture Retrorama article is all about the importance of this date in history. One that nearly everyone that I know has managed to either forget about or has possibly overlooked?
Never Forget March 2nd Of 1961
Do you recall the events outside of New York City 64 years ago today… that changed the World?
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March 3, 2025 at 7:18 AM
Friends, the latest Pop Culture Retrorama article is all about the importance of this date in history. One that nearly everyone that I know has managed to either forget about or has possibly overlooked?
"I'm not going to waste my time arguing with a man who's lining up to be a hot lunch." - Jaws (1975)
Friends, there is a new article up about the upcoming NECA release for The Game of Jaws - an updated version of the game released by Ideal Toys in '75.
Friends, there is a new article up about the upcoming NECA release for The Game of Jaws - an updated version of the game released by Ideal Toys in '75.
50 Years Later The Jaws Game Returns For Another Bite!
NECA is just about ready to release a new version of the classic 1975 Jaws game!
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March 2, 2025 at 9:13 AM
"I'm not going to waste my time arguing with a man who's lining up to be a hot lunch." - Jaws (1975)
Friends, there is a new article up about the upcoming NECA release for The Game of Jaws - an updated version of the game released by Ideal Toys in '75.
Friends, there is a new article up about the upcoming NECA release for The Game of Jaws - an updated version of the game released by Ideal Toys in '75.