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Masters of the Universe (1987) | Movie Dumpster S9 E8

This week in the Video Dungeon we're heading to Eternia with Kevin from  @Pegwarmers  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC7880BTjn6RJpknzcVmxpeg]! In our review of Masters of the Universe (1987), starring Dolph Lundgren as He-Man and Frank Langella as Skeletor, we break down what works, what doesn't, and why this ambitious fantasy adventure continues to divide audiences decades later.Based on the iconic Mattel toy line and beloved Filmation cartoon, Masters of the Universe brought Eternia to the big screen with sword-and-sorcery action, science fiction elements, memorable villains, and one of the most unique comic book-style adaptations of the 1980s.We'll explore the performances, visual effects, production history, behind-the-scenes challenges, Cannon Films legacy, and whether the movie deserves its reputation among fans of He-Man, fantasy films, cult classics, and retro cinema.If you enjoy reviews of forgotten movies, cult classics, 80s fantasy films, sci-fi adventures, and nostalgic deep dives into movie history, you're in the right place.

The Lamp (1987) | Movie Dumpster S9 E7

This week on Movie Dumpster, we’re diving into THE LAMP aka THE OUTING, one of the strangest overlooked horror movies of the 1980s. From insane practical effects and bizarre museum murders to smoky supernatural madness and pure late-night video store energy, this forgotten horror gem feels like a precursor for the genie horror flick that followed.Did The Lamp inspire Wishmaster? Why has this bizarre 80s horror movie been almost completely forgotten? And does it deserve cult classic status today? We break down the movie’s wild production, unforgettable moments, horror history connections, practical gore effects, and everything that makes this underrated horror oddity worth rediscovering.

My Mom's a Werewolf (1989) | Movie Dumpster S9 E6

It's Mother's Day again in the Video Dungeon and there's a full moon tonight! My Mom’s a Werewolf (1989) is one of the strangest forgotten horror comedy movies of the VHS era —a bizarre mix of werewolf horror, suburban satire, practical effects, and late-80s cult movie insanity. But does this obscure creature feature deserve cult classic status?In this retro horror movie review, we revisit My Mom’s a Werewolf (1989) and break down the werewolf transformations, practical creature effects, comedy, performances, weird 80s energy, and why this overlooked horror comedy still has a loyal cult following decades later.If you love obscure horror movies, cult classic films, VHS horror nostalgia, werewolf movies, creature features, practical effects, and forgotten 80s horror gems, this deep dive is for you.

Riki-Oh (1991) | Movie Dumpster S9 E5

We're punching a hole through the Video Dungeon's proverbial stomach this week (just like Ricky would have wanted us to) and talking the Hong Kong cinema cult classic - Riki-Oh: The Story of Ricky! In the far flung future of 2001, all prisons have become privatized and are run like criminal organizations—forcing the prisoners to work themselves to the bone. Riki-Oh (also known as Ricky or Lik-Wong) is sent to prison after killing a drug dealer to avenge a friend and then makes it his mission to destroy the criminal empire from within. A martial arts master of the Hard Qigong style with a heart of gold, Ricky will stop at nothing to make sure evil is put down for good! Our pal Jenna Fryer joins us to break down everything Riki-Oh, including the manga, anime, and more.

Florence Bravo | Talks from the Darkside

Following a case of adultery, Dr. David McCall (David Hayward) and his wife Emily (Lori Cardille) move into an old house in which a woman murdered her cheating husband. A man-hating spirit named Florence Bravo decides to recreate the events that led to her husband's death to make Emily her companion. Pressured by the ghost, Emily overhears her husband talking to realtor Julian Hanratty (Carol Levy) the next day, mistaking their conversation as a proposition for sex; in reality, David has decided the house is giving his wife's imagination too much to work with. When he tries explaining things to Emily, she is now fully under Bravo's sway and kills him in the exactly the same way as Bravo's husband. The episode ends with both Emily and Florence giggling madly; implying Emily was given the death sentence and has become a ghost.Directed by John Lewis and written by Edithe Swensen Original airdate: October 19, 1986