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Conan the Barbarian

Conan the Barbarian on VHS. Movie starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, James Earl Jones, Sandahl Bergman, Gerry Lopez, Mako, Ben Davidson, Sven-Ole Thorsen, Max von Sydow, Valerie Quennessen, Cassandra Gaviola, William Smith. Directed by John Milius. 1982.

From the VHS box:

Through the history of mankind, the times that are most recorded in mythology and song are those of great deeds and fantastic adventures. Such a time was the Hyborean Age. Such a tale is the story of “Conan the Barbarian.”

Cimmerian Conan is captured as a child after his parents’ savage murder by raiding Vanir led by Thulsa Doom, head also of the malignant snake-cult of Set.

Fifteen years’ agony, first chained to the Wheel of Pain grinding grain and then enslaved as a Pit Fighter, forge a magnificent body and indomitable spirit. Freed miraculously one day by his owner, Conan, with his companions Subotai the Mongol and Valeria, Queen of Thieves, sets forth upon his quest to learn “the riddle of steel” which, his father has prophesied, will confer ultimate power; and to kill the arch-villain Thulsa Doom.

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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre on VHS. Movie starring Gunnar Hansen, Marilyn Burns, Allen Danziger, Jim Siedow, Paul A. Partain, William Vail, Teri McMinn, John Dugan, Edwin Neal. Directed by Tobe Hooper. 1974.

For five young friends, a typical summer afternoon drive becomes a terrifying nightmare.

ALL-NEW RESTORED VERSION — UNCUT & UNEDITED

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre on VHS MPI version Restored, Uncut, Unedited

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“…it did for meat-eating what Hitchcock did for shower taking.” — Marilyn Beck, FROM HOLLYWOOD

This is the bizarre and tragically gruesome account of what happened to five young friends one summer afternoon in rural Texas. After hearing reports of grave robbing, the group sets out to check on a family grave. Soon after, one-by-one they wander into the murderous clutches of Leatherface.

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre is the scare classic that possesses an undying power to frighten audiences again and again. It’s ability to truly horrify is so strong that when the movie first opened, some people actually walked out of a sneak preview in a state of shock.

This copy not for sale. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre on VHS is available here.

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Halloween

Halloween on VHS. Movie starring Donald Pleasence, Jamie Lee Curtis, Nancy Kyes aka Nancy Loomis, P.J. Soles, Tony Moran, Will Sandin. Directed by John Carpenter. 1978.

The Night He Came Home!

Halloween VHS cover scan. Distributed by Media Home Entertainment.

On a black and unholy Halloween night, 15 years ago, little Michael Myers brutally slaughtered his sister in cold blood. Now, after escaping from a mental hospital, he has returned to his quiet neighborhood to relive his hideous crime. Again. And again. For this is a night of evil. For tonight is Halloween!

This copy not for sale, but here is Halloween on Blu-ray (more than 15 years later!)

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Anatomy of a Murder

Anatomy of a Murder on VHS. Movie starring Jimmy Stewart, George C. Scott, Ben Gazzara , Lee Remick, Arthur O’Connell, Eve Arden, Kathryn Grant. Directed by Otto Preminger. 1959.

From the VHS box:

A riveting courtroom dram of rape and premeditated murder is brought to life with an all-star cast in the suspenseful and highly-acclaimed Anatomy of a Murder. Nominated for seven Academy Awards including Best Picture (1959), the film pits humble small-town lawyer Jimmy Stewart against hardheaded big-city prosecutor George C. Scott. Emotions flare as jealous army lieutenant Ben Gazzara pleads innocent to murdering the rapist of his seductive, beautiful wife (Lee Remick). Produced and directed by the renowned Otto Preminger, the film features a brilliant score by Duke Ellington. Packed with drama, passion and intrigue, Anatomy of a Murder is a cinematic masterpiece that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Available on Blu-ray Critereon Collection.

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The Fly

The Fly on VHS. Movie starring Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, John Getz, Joy Boushel, Leslie Carlson, George Chuvalo, Michael Copeman. Directed by David Cronenberg. 1986.

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Jeff Goldblum and Geena Davis star in this frightening update of the horror classic in which a man is transformed into an insect.

Seth Brundle is a brilliant scientist who develops a system to transport objects in a matter of seconds. An intellectual hermit, his entire existence takes on new meaning when he falls in love with an attractive journalist who inspires him to correct the system’s last remaining flaw. Yet when he tries it on himself, Seth’s genes and molecules are accidentally fused with those of a fly. At first Seth is elated by the astonishing new physical abilities he’s suddenly gifted with. But soon his excitement turns into a terrifying nightmare as his insect half begins to take over.

Expertly paced by director David Cronenberg and sizzling with superb special effects, The Fly is both a love story and a suspenseful drama masterfully combined as one immensely effective thriller. 96 minutes.

Available as part of a Blu-ray box set: The Fly Collection.

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Bless the Child

Bless the Child on VHS. Movie starring Kim Basinger, Jimmy Smits, Christina Ricci, Rufus Sewell, Ian Holm, Angela Bettis, Holliston Coleman. Directed by Chuck Russell. 2000.

Mankind’s Last Hope Just Turned Six.

From the VHS box:

Academy Award winner Kim Basinger stars as Maggie O’Connor, a single woman whose life revolves around her career as a nurse — until the surprise appearance of her sister Jenna and Jenna’s newborn baby girl, Cody. When Jenna suddenly disappears, Maggie is left to raise Cody, an autistic child, by herself. But after Jenna returns with a mysterious cult leader and abducts Cody, Maggie discovers that the child possesses extraordinary powers… powers that forces of evil have waited centuries to control.

Watch Bless the Child on Prime Video or upgrade you collection with a Blu-ray.

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The Rocky Horror Picture Show

The Rocky Horror Picture Show 25th Anniversary Edition on VHS. Movie starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, Richard O’Brien, Meat Loaf, Patricia Quinn, Nell Campbell, Jonathan Adams, Hilary Labow, Peter Hinwood, Charles Gray, Jeremy Newson. Directed by Jim Sharman. 1975.

25 Years of Absolute Pleasure!

The Rocky Horror Picture Show 25th Anniversary Edition VHS front cover scan

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“It was great when it all began…”

Celebrate 25 years of midnight movie madness!

The Rocky Horror Picture Show is an “erotic nightmare beyond any measure.” Relive Richard O’Brien’s sinfully twisted salute to horror, sci-fi, B-movies and rock music — a “sensual daydream to treasure forever” — starring Tim Curry (in his classic gender-bending performance), Barry Bostwick, and Oscar winner Susan Sarandon.

Do the “Time Warp” and sing “Hot Patootie” with Meatloaf again… and again… and again… at home or in a movie theater, where it will probably be playing for another 25 years!

This VHS copy not for sale, but you can get the DVD at Amazon.

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Old School

Old School on VHS video. Movie starring Luke Wilson, Will Ferrell, Vince Vaughn, Juliette Lewis, Leah Remini, Seann William Scott, Elisha Cuthbert, Ellen Pompeo, Craig Kilborn, Jeremy Piven, Perrey Reeves. Directed by Todd Phillips. 2003.

All the fun of college. None of the education.

From the VHS box:

What’s a guy supposed to do when he catches the early flight home and finds his girlfriend in bed with a room full of naked strangers? Return to college and start a fraternity! Frank “The Tank”, Mitch and Beanie have their own frat raging with out-of-control antics. But when things get too wild, the dean sets out to shut them down. The laughs are top of the class (even if the guys aren’t!) in the hit comedy from director Todd Phillips.

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Tumbe

Tumbe on VHS. Movie starring Alex Bandy, Denise Carrasco, Jose Marvel, Judd Eutice. Directed by Alex Bandy. 1995.

Greed Kills

From the VHS box:

Robert and Angel Ruiz are brothers from the Dominican Republic living in New York City. They want to get paid and get paid fast. They realize the quickest way to get what they want is to take it… Tumbe style. (tum-be n. slang-Dominican for robbery or burglary from criminals; esp. drugs, money). They team up with Patrick, a trigger happy, crazy, cocaine lover to help carry out the Tumbe. Suddenly the robberies turn into murder! Persuaded by the love for his lady Maria, Robert decides that he wants out. His brother Angel agrees to let him out if he rides one more time. Robert must now make a choice between his love or his brother.

Will he make the right choice?

What will that choice cost him?

Greed Kills.

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Padres Fans’ Favorites

Padres Fans’ Favorites on VHS. Sports promotional video. 2002.

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The Fans Choices for the best players, moments and achievements in Padres History. Friarworks Productions/Office Depot.

Since entering the Major Leagues in 1969, the Padres have provided the faithful fans of San Diego with hundreds of memorable moments, players and achievements. In the summer of 2002, Padres fans voted for their favorite 8 categories:

Greatest Player
Greatest Pitcher
Greatest Moment
Greatest Feat
Greatest Individual Season
Greatest Single-Game Pitching Performance
Greatest Personality
Greatest Game

In “Padres Fans’ Favorites,” you’ll revisit the best times in Padres history as the nominees and winners in each category are revealed.

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