Once Upon A VHS - 80s and 90s Fantasy
Once Upon A VHSOn 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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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 84 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsFilm HistoryTV & Film | |||
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"It's plot exposition, it has to go somewhere."
Hey, a movie! Jim Henson's feature directorial debut, following up The Muppet Show and The Muppet Movie with a madcap jewel heist comedy set in London. Jonathan North of the Joncast Media multiverse of... more
"Nothing thicker than a knife's blade separates melancholy from happiness."
Queer temporality, gender expression and sexual fluidity - we are nourished by Sally Potter's beautiful reworking of the "unfilmable" 1928 novel by Virginia Woolf, starring ... more
"What ya looking at? Never seen a guy who slept with a fish before?"
Ahoy! We're joined by Christian Garcia from That Ol' Gay Classic Cinema podcast to discuss Ron Howard's smash hit mermaid romcom that launched Tom Hanks into superstardom and gave ... more
"I just wanted to eat."
We're going off-menu and off-piste for this little slice of late 90s Cosmopolitan culture NYC romcom ridiculousness. It's less Sex and the City and more Crabs in the Kitchen as Sarah Michelle Gellar gets some culinary help fr... more
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- Simply lovely.
I could listen to the dulcet tones of Callum and Michael all day every day. I appreciate their niche interest and their approach to reviewing films.
Apple Podcasts5Amanaybeak
United States4 months ago - Amazing show
I love revisiting with them those movies that shaped my youth. The hosts are so much fun.
Apple Podcasts5PGRabon2025United States9 months ago - A space to be a nerd
I love hearing Callum and Michael’s beautiful voices explore deep cuts and classics alike. They have such great perspectives and a sitcom like dynamic. Feels like having a chat with friends. Also hot accents.
Apple Podcasts5yaboiryan99United States9 months ago - Flooded with Memories
What a wonderful podcast with two great hosts. I really enjoy getting transported to some great movies from my childhood/teen years!! The guys really made me want to revisit some old favorites and explore some new shows as well. Always a great listen!!!
Apple Podcasts5BwaybalooUnited Statesa year ago - What a pleasure!
Your show is always a delight! I look forward to every new episode and I am enjoying your back catalogue immensely. Love your film selections🖤
I so appreciate the thoughtful analysis and background you two provide, broken up of course with effortless humor.
You two are the best! Thank you so much for sharing! ✨🌞✨
Apple Podcasts5wonky sizes not availableUnited Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #202 | United States/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #139 |  United Kingdom/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #39 |  Singapore/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #146 |  Norway/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #148 |  Philippines/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #180 |  New Zealand/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
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A queer-focused deep dive into 80s and 90s fantasy cinema, blending nostalgia with sharp cultural analysis. Episodes explore production histories, marketing curiosities, audience reception, and the ways these films shaped fandom, with attention to gender, representation, and community impact. The show often features guests from production, cult cinema, and fandom circles, offering varied perspectives on era-specific trends, merchandising, and the joy of rewatching beloved (and overlooked) titles. A standout vibe is the warm banter between hosts, their willingness to mix scholarly insight with personal memory, and a knack for connecting classic fantasy to broader cultural conversations, making it appealing to both cinephiles and long-time fa... more
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Once Upon A VHS launched 2 years ago and published 84 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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1. Jonathan North
2. Christian Garcia
3. Sophie B
4. Trana Wintour
5. Michael Valvo
6. Rod Thomas
7. Liam Casey
8. Antonio Palacios
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