"Where we are going, we don't need roads!" Where don't you need roads? In the future of course! Actually, Back to the Future (confused? Yeah me too).. In 1985, the world was introduced to Marty McFly, Doc and Biff! Growing up, I remember watching Back to the Future on VHS tape. One of my favorite parts of the movie was the beginning when Marty first went back in time. I loved hearing the old music and seeing the old cars (Marty was transported back in time to the year 1955). Of course rewinding my favorite part was not easy! Back then, rewinding a tape was a challenge in of itself! Back to the Future, and its subsequent sequels will do down as one of my favorite trilogy's growing up!

If your close to my age (24), you most likely have seen Back to the Future...but have you seen the official trailer? My guess is probably not, so check it out below!

Can you identify the movie pictured above? Is it a horror movie? Perhaps an advertisement for a candy bar? If you guessed the candy bar ad, sorry your wrong. You'd even be wrong if you guessed it was taken from a horror movie. Despite the creepy, deformed face, the Sloth is actually a very nice "creature". I say creature because I'm not quite sure it's human... For those who do not know which film this was, turn the clocks back to 1985. The Goonies was one of my favorite childhood films. It packs adventure, fun and scary moments all into one great package. Perhaps you saw this movie years ago and forgot it existed? If so, I suggest heading over to Netflix.com or even your local blockbuster and picking this film up. Its a fun ride for everyone!





One film I watched over and over with my friends was the 1985 action flick "Commando" featuring Arnold. Looking back at the film, it is a classic example of the hegemonic portrayal of masculinity. This movie was have been good to look at in one of my previous college courses, "Images of Gender in Pop Culture". When I was younger, I had this film on VHS. Two versions existed in my home. An edited version and the unedited version. I'm sure you could probably guess which version I watched...

In the mood for a Arnold bloodbath film? Check out Commando! Here's a taste for you to enjoy.





No, sadly this is not a discussion of the VERY funny 2009 film "The Hangover". Many have heard the ending song to this 2009 hit comedy, featuring the remix "You Spin me Right Round" by Flo Rida. But before Flo Rida, there was Dead or Alive and their 1984-1985 hit song "You Spin me Right Round". I remember hearing this song on the radio growing up. I really had no idea what it meant, and still don't today...but it still is a fun song and classic example of what the 80's produced musically...



Thanks for checking out this edition of Remember When! I might add a few more things to this 1985 blog so check back soon! Thanks!

Who ya Gonna Call?

The year is 1984. Ghosts have taken over NYC. Who do you call? Ghostbusters of course! Debuting in theaters on June 8th, 1984, Ghostbusters has become a cultural hit that will be remembered for decades to come. Although I was six months away from being born when Ghostbusters was officially released, Ghostbusters was still a BIG part of growing up! Move the clock forward 5 years to Halloween 1989, and there I was, standing in full Ghostbusting attire! Ready to bust some ghosts, I strapped on my proton pack, ghost trap and ghost goggles. My ghostbusting love did not stop there! In my room I had the Ghostbusters house, complete with a tub of green slime, and the complete gang of Ghostbusters! I even had the dorky Rick Moranis (errr I mean Louis)!

Care for some Nostalgic Ghostbusting? Check out the very famous, and very catchy Ghostbusting tune by Ray Parker. Take note of all the celebs in the video! Is that Robert De Niro?

I don't know how I found these and I really don't know why I'm posting them!

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The last known picture of Michael Jackson? Just kidding. The year 1984 featured the hit single "Thriller" by Michael Jackson. Easily one of my favorite music videos, Thriller showcases Michael Jackson during his prime. Despite his later years being scarred by trials and strange behavior, Michael Jackson's "Thriller" will forever be remember as the "really creepy zombie dance song". Although I was only six or seven, I often recall asking my mother to put in the Thriller VHS tape. Using my living room as a dance floor, I often made a fool of myself in front of others in an attempt to match Michael Jackson's moves. As you probably can image, it didn't go so well....

In the mood for some zombie dancing? Check out Michael Jackson's thriller video below.





Whats a story that Never Ends? A NeverEnding Story! Flying dogs, rock men and mystical creatures, what more could a young boy ask for? Debuting in 1984, The NeverEnding story was a German film that captured my imagination in my early years of growing up. I have not watched the film in years, but thanks to the wonderful world of participatory media, I was able to come across a copy of TheNeverEnding story. Though my dreams of riding the mystical dog have come and gone, I still enjoy watching the child fantasy film that captured my imagination.

Check out the music video for the title song of the movie. Your first reaction will probably be "Wow this is so 1980's!" Check out the 80's hairstyle on the singer, don't you miss the 80's?



Aw how could anyone resist that cute faced creature? Ah yes, Gremlins! This 1984 film both fascinated and freaked me out as a kid. I remember sitting in my living room waiting for Gizmo to pop out of the trash can. Sadly, that never happened. :( But still, Gremlins is a fun filled adventure for both the young and old. A little known fact is that Steven Spielberg was a producer for the film. Will we ever see a Gremlins 3? Keep dreaming.... I'm still waiting for a Ghostbusters 3! (Note - Ghostbusters 3 has been confirmed and a script is currently being written by writers from the hit tv show "The Office".)








Here's a question for you...

Who can be a Robot, Badass and Governor all at the same time?

The year 1984 featured another highly popular, highly successful film called "The Terminator". From director James Cameron (who also directed Titanic), Terminator was a film banned from my house until I was old enough to watch R rated movies. Well actually, I take that back. Banned from my house until my parents left the room and me with the remote control. As a young kid, I don't remember being scared by The Terminator. In fact, I thought it was quite funny. The only part that really scared me when I was younger was when the Terminator (played by Arnold) is chasing Kyle Reese towards the end of the movie.

Want to see the Governor of Cali during his prime? Check out the trailer for the original 1984 film "The Terminator".






You either Love Them or Hate Them.

Personally, I love U2 and have always enjoyed listening to them. Though I was certainly not listening them at age 0 (I was born in November 1984), I did enjoy listening to them on the radio as I was growing up. The year 1984 featured the release of their hit song "Pride".