James Kline and J.H. Alison continue Killer Island Month with the infamous Italian/German shocker, Antropophagus! James finds it boring, but there’s plenty to talk about—including that fetus bag scene. In our weekly history segment, James covers the Killer Khan vs. André the Giant stretcher match, while Alison dives into Blue Öyster Cult’s 1981 tou…

James Kline and J.H. Alison kick off Killer Island Month with a deep dive into John Carpenter’s eerie ghost story—The Fog! 🌊🏴‍☠️ The episode starts with quick thoughts on the film, its chilling atmosphere, where it ranks among Carpenter’s classics, and, of course, fog monsters. Then, in our Weekly History Segment, we break down what was happening i…

🎙️ Retro Blood 176: Near Dark (1987) 🎙️ James Kline and J.H. Alison wrap up 1980s Vampire Horror Month: Part 2 with one of the grittiest and most underrated vampire flicks of the decade—Near Dark! 🌄🧛‍♂️ We kick things off with quick thoughts on the film, comparing it to other vampire classics and discussing its unique neo-western horror vibe. Then,…

🎙️ Retro Blood 175: Dracula – Sovereign of the Damned (1980) 🎙️ James Kline and J.H. Alison continue 1980s Vampire Horror Month: Part 2 with a true hidden gem—Dracula: Sovereign of the Damned, an anime take on the Prince of Darkness that delivers pure 80s insanity. 🦇 We kick things off with quick thoughts on the film, including its Saturday morning…

James Kline and J.H. Alison continue 1980s Vampire Horror Month: Part 2 with the obscure flop Dracula’s Last Rites. Was it worth the $2 rental on Prime? Probably not—but we’re here to talk about it anyway. 🧛‍♂️ We kick things off with our quick thoughts on the film’s intriguing concept that failed miserably in execution. In the Weekly History Segme…

James Kline and J.H. Alison kick off 1980s Vampire Horror Month: Part 2 with the cult classic Vamp! 🧛‍♀️✨ We dive into the wild world of vampire strip clubs and share our quick takes on this neon-soaked horror flick. In the Weekly History Segment, we spill major spoilers for the 2025 Royal Rumble, break down Night 8 of the Great American Bash tour,…

James Kline and J.H. Alison wrap up Killer Objects in 1980s Horror Movies: Part 2 with the low-budget Texas dark comedy Nail Gun Massacre. 🤠🔫 The boys kick things off with their quick thoughts on the film—what hit, what missed, and what made this bizarre flick a cult curiosity. Then, it’s time for the Weekly History Segment! For January 1987, we di…

James Kline and J.H. Alison continue their Killer Objects in 1980s Horror Movies: Part 2 series with the low-budget oddity Woodchipper Massacre. While the movie doesn’t live up to its gruesome title, the boys dive into its home-video style production, giving props to the DIY spirit but lamenting the execution of this so-called horror-comedy. The ep…

James Kline and J.H. Alison continue their exploration of Killer Objects in 1980s Horror Movies: Part 2 with the Dutch cult classic, The Lift. Get ready for a wild ride as they break down elevator malfunctions, microchip conspiracies, and the unique vision of filmmaker Dick Maas. The episode kicks off with quick thoughts on The Lift, including whet…

Kick off the new year with James Kline and J.H. Alison as Retro Blood dives into Killer Objects in 1980s Horror Movies: Part 2. First up is the electrifying (literally) hidden gem, Murder by Phone—also known as Bells or The Calling. The episode begins with the guys sharing their admiration for this underrated horror flick. Then, it’s time for the R…

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as we wrap up our Bad Kids and Even Badder Toys month this holiday season with the original Child’s Play (1988). This week, it’s all about the movie that introduced the world to Chucky, the possessed Good Guy doll with a murderous streak. We kick things off with James explaining why he’s never been a fan of the Chuc…

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison for a special Retro Blood Christmas episode as we continue our Holiday Review Month, exploring 1980s horror movies with bad kids and even badder toys! This week, we dive into the cult classic Puppet Master (1989), where killer dolls take center stage. First, James shares an interesting (and slightly baffling) compar…

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as Retro Blood continues its Holiday Review Month, diving into 1980s horror movies featuring bad kids and even badder toys! This week, the boys tackle the bizarre movie The Pit (1981)—a movie packed with creepy teddy bears, awkward babysitters, and a pit full of hungry monsters. The episode begins with James explain…

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as Retro Blood continues its Holiday Review Month, delving into 1980s horror movies with bad kids and even badder toys! This week, the boys step into the twisted world of Dolls (1987), where an eerie old couple with a penchant for sinister toys transforms wicked family members into even wickeder dolls. The episode k…

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as Retro Blood kicks off its Holiday Review Month, exploring 1980s horror movies featuring bad kids and even badder toys! This week, the boys make their first stop in Ravensback to break down the nuclear nightmare that is The Children. The episode opens with some quick thoughts on the film, praising its intriguing c…

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as Retro Blood wraps up its Thanksgiving month of “Human Meat: What’s for Dinner?” with one of the most controversial and notorious films of all time—Cannibal Holocaust! The boys kick things off by exploring the Italian cannibal film boom of the 1980s, debating whether this gruesome flick could be considered the fir…

James Kline and J.H. Alison are back with another wild entry for Retro Blood’s “Human Meat: What’s for Dinner?” month, diving into the gritty chaos of Cannibal Apocalypse (also known as Cannibals in the Streets). This week, join the boys as they break down John Saxon’s unforgettable (and somewhat regret-filled) performance as Norman Hopper, from hi…

James Kline and J.H. Alison continue Retro Blood’s “Human Meat: What’s for Dinner?” month with a deep dive into Eaten Alive!—a gritty 1980 cannibal cult classic where snake venom and wild rituals are just the beginning. Buckle up for this intense journey into the depths of jungle cult paradise! The boys kick things off with quick takes on the movie…

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as Retro Blood kicks off “Human Meat: What’s for Dinner?” month with the 1981 shocker Cannibal Ferox! In this episode, we dive into the lurid world of 1980s cannibal horror films and lay out the monthly lineup, giving you a few tasty spoilers along the way. The guys explore the plot of Cannibal Ferox, where a group …

This year, hosts James Cline and J.H. Alison throw down in an epic clash of Halloween Havocs! In one corner, Alsion defends the chaotic WCW Halloween Havoc 2000, packed with wild matches and infamous moments. And in the other corner, James backs the explosive NXT Halloween Havoc 2023, where the new generation of stars brought all the thrills and ch…

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison for Retro Blood’s special 2024 Halloween episode as they rock into the spooky season with Trick or Treat (1986), a heavy-metal horror classic full ofsupernatural vengeance, screaming guitars, and a die-hard metal fan named Eddie—no, not that Eddie from Stranger Things!In this episode, the hosts kick things off with …

James Kline and J.H. Alison wrap up the Amityville Horror series of the 1980s with Amityville Horror 4: The Evil Escapes—a made-for-TV movie that truly tests their commitment to the haunted franchise. This week, they’re bringing the laughs and brutal honesty as they tackle this bizarre, low-energy entry with a possessed lamp as the film’s primary v…

James Kline and J.H. Alison are back for the next installment of Retro Blood’s Halloween month, continuing their journey through the infamous Amityville films of the 1980s. This week, things get three-dimensional as they dive into Amityville Horror 3D (1983). 🎃🕶️ Get ready for all things 3D—3D flies, 3D wind, 3D poles, 3D fire, and a 3D purple mist…

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as Retro Blood kicks off its annual Halloween month with a deep dive into the 1980s Amityville movie series, starting with the chilling Amityville Horror II: The Possession. This episode explores the twisted and disturbing tale of possession, family drama, and demonic influence in one of horror's most infamous homes…

Lights Out Halloween Special: The Amityville Horror In this special episode of Lights Out, hosts James Kline and J.H. Alison leave the comfort of the 80s to dive into the chilling tale of one of the most infamous haunted houses in American history—The Amityville Horror. Kicking off their 2024 Halloween month, the hosts explore the terrifying legend…

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as they wrap up their month-long exploration of 1980s New York horror with a deep dive into William Friedkin's controversial thriller, Cruising (1980). This unsettling film, starring Al Pacino, explores the underground world of the leather scene and a serial killer targeting gay men. The hosts begin with a discussio…

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as they continue their deep dive into 1980s New York horror with this week’s film, The Clairvoyant (also known as The Killing Hour) from 1982! 🔮💀 The boys kick off the episode by discussing the rise of psychic-themed thrillers in the early 80s and how The Clairvoyant fits into the genre. And of course, it wouldn’t b…

This week on Retro Blood, James Kline and J.H. Alison continue their journey through the horror-soaked streets of 1980s New York with a deep dive into Lucio Fulci’s underwhelming supernatural thriller Manhattan Baby. James kicks things off with a passionate takedown of the film before the duo gets into their Oktoberfest Beer of the Week review! 🍻 I…

In Episode 152 of Retro Blood, James Kline and J.H. Alison continue their exploration of the grimy underworld of 1980s New York horror with a deep dive into the 1981 cult classic Maniac. The hosts kick off the episode by revealing the types of horror that truly unsettle them before jumping into the Oktoberfest Beer of the Week review. For this week…

Episode 151 of Retro Blood dives deep into the gritty streets of New York with the 1982 horror classic, The New York Ripper. This September, James Kline and J.A. Alison kick off a month dedicated to crime, sex, murder, and the dark allure of 1980s New York horror cinema. The hosts start by setting the scene with a discussion about the iconic New Yo…

On Episode 150 of Retro Blood, hosts James Kline and J. A. Alison close out From the Grave month with a deep dive into George A. Romero's 1985 classic, Day of the Dead. Kicking things off with some Alien Romulus (2024) spoilers, the hosts then share their thoughts on Day of the Dead, discussing its impact on the horror genre and how it influenced T…

On Episode 149 of Retro Blood, James Kline and J. A. Alison continue their exploration of forgotten horror gems with a deep dive into Andrea Bianchi's 1981 cult classic, Burial Ground: The Nights of Terror. In this episode, the hosts dissect one of the most bizarre and metal-infused zombie films ever made, a movie that stands as a twisted testament…

Join James Kline and J. A. Alison as the Retro Blood counties from the grave month Part 2! This week, the boys take a deep dive into the cult horror classic, Night of the Creeps. They dissect what makes this 1986 gem such a beloved piece of horror history, despite its lackluster box office performance. Was the '80s horror scene simply too crowded f…

Join James Kline and J.A. Alison as we dive into the eerie world of non-traditional zombie movies for our special series, "It Came from the Grave: Part 2." In this episode, we're exploring the chilling 1981 film Dead and Buried. We kick things off with some quick thoughts on Dead and Buried before diving into our weekly history segment. This week, …

Join hosts James Kline and J.A. Alison as they wrap up "Hell Month" with a deep dive into the 1980s horror gem Hell of the Living Dead. This episode kicks off with discussions about the film's infamous party city makeup, the extensive use of African jungle stock footage, and quick thoughts on why James believes this movie deserves a place in the ZO…

Welcome to Retro Blood 145, where hosts James Kline and J.A. Alison dive into the 1985 cult classic film "Hell Hole." This episode continues the July theme of exploring 80s movies with "Hell" in the title. We'll explore everything this wild movie has to offer, from mud baths to hot 80s insane girls, a mysterious girl with a secret, and a New York w…

Join hosts James Kline and J.A. Alison as we delve into the eerie world of the 1984 ABC made-for-TV horror movie "Invitation to Hell," directed by the legendary Wes Craven. As Wes was on the brink of releasing his iconic "A Nightmare on Elm Street," we discuss why he took on this chilling TV project. In this episode, we explore the peculiar AI spac…

Join James Kline and J.A. Alison as they kick off Hell Month on the Retro Blood podcast, diving into 1980's horror movies with the title "Hell." This week, the boys dissect the 1981 classic "Hell Night." In this episode, we delve into college and frat house horror movies of the '80s, exploring why this genre has faded by 2024. We compare early '80s…

Join James Kline and J.A. Alison for a special Independence Day episode of Retro Blood! This week, we're diving deep into the 1981 thriller "Blow Out," directed by the legendary Brian De Palma. Episode Highlights:We'll share our thoughts on "Blow Out," starring John Travolta, and discuss his performance in this film and others throughout his career…

Welcome to the grand finale of our "Bad Cop in 1980s Horror Movie" month on Retro Blood! In this episode, we're diving into the 1987 horror classic Shallow Grave. But first, we have some exciting news: our July 4th special episode is dropping early on June 30th. Tune in to find out why! In this episode: • July 4th Special Announcement: o Details on…

Welcome to another spine-chilling episode of Retro Blood! This week, we're diving into the eerie world of "China Lake," a 35-minute film that left us utterly impressed. Directed by Robert Harmon, this short horror movie serves as his showcase film, setting the stage for his illustrious career. Join us as we explore the reasons behind the creation o…

Welcome to episode 139 of the Retro Blood podcast! This week, we're diving into "Psycho Cop" (1989), a lazy rip-off of "Maniac Cop," as part of our Bad Cop Month dedicated to 1980s horror movies. Join your hosts, James Kline and J.A. Alsion, as we dissect this lackluster film, from its uninspired plot to the questionable acting of its killer cop. I…

Welcome back to Retro Blood! In Episode 138, we kick off our "Bad Cop 1980s Month" with the return of J.A. Allison to the podcast. Join the boys as they dive into the cult classic Maniac Cop, featuring the dynamic duo of Tom Atkins and Bruce Campbell. We begin with our signature history segment, exploring the world of pro wrestling and metal music …

Retro Blood Podcast - Episode 137: Graduation Day Join James Kline for the thrilling conclusion to our "Slumber Party 1980s Horror Month" this May 2024! In Episode 137, James goes solo to delve into the 1981 horror classic Graduation Day. Expect a deep dive into the world of track and field, a chilling murder mystery, and, yes, big swords! James pr…

Welcome back to the Retro Blood Slumber party 1980's Horror month up next its episode 136: "The last Slumber party" as our Slumber Party Month continues on the podcast. Join your host, James Kline, for another solo show as we unravel this super B and confusing movie. James shares his thoughts and insights, discussing everything from the fake doctor…

Welcome to Retro Blood 135! Join James Cline for another solo show as Retro Blood continues Slumber Party Month. In this episode, we dive deep into Slumber Party Massacre 2. We have breaking news on the Death of producer and longtime film director Roger Corman and his connection to B horror movies and Slumber party Massacre 1 and 2.James thoughts o…

Welcome to Retro Blood podcast episode 134! This month, we're kicking off "The Slumber Party Month" with a special solo show hosted by James Kline. Join James as he delves into the classic slasher film "The Slumber Party Massacre" (1982). In this episode, James gives an update on why he's flying solo this week and dives straight into the movie. Whi…

Welcome back to Retro Blood podcast! In this episode, we're wrapping up our "It Came from the Sky Month" by delving into the bizarre world of "The Stuff" — the organic, white, fluffy parasite stuff that became a commercial sensation due to corporate greed. We'll be comparing this movie's script and focus to another cult classic, Halloween 3. In our…

Welcome to Episode 132 of the Retro Blood podcast! In this installment, we're diving headfirst into the 1982 sci-fi gem, "Time Walkers," as part of our "It Came from the Sky" month theme. Join your hosts James Kline and J. A Alison as we take a time-warping journey through this cult classic. We'll dissect different aspects of "Time Walkers," explor…

Welcome to Episode 131 of Retro Blood, where we delve deep into the monstrous world of "The Deadly Spawn." Your hosts, James Kline and J. A. Alison, take you on a thrilling journey through this cult classic film, exploring its terrifying Teeth Sperm-like creatures wreaking havoc on earth. In this episode, we uncover the masterful creators behind th…