Raudy's Story

2017-07-16 | it

VHS Massacre: Cult Films and the Decline of Physical Media

This lively documentary explores the rise and fall of physical media from the origin of film all the way through the video store era into digital media, focusing on B-movie and cult films. With icons like Joe Bob Briggs (MonsterVision), Lloyd Kaufman (Toxic Avenger), Greg Sestero (The Room), Debbie Rochon (Return to Nuke 'Em High), Deborah Reed (Troll 2), Mark Frazer (Samurai Cop), James Nguyen (Birdemic) and many others.

2016-06-20 | en

Wild at the Wheel

This short film looks at the importance of maintaining safe driving practices and heeding traffic rules. A traffic cop investigates a serious car crash and attempts to understand the cause.

1973-01-01 | en

Bob Uecker's Wacky World of Sports

Bob Uecker hosted this show in the mid to late 1980's, featuring sports bloopers and comedy with Mr. Baseball himself.

1987-01-01 | en

The All New NFL Football Follies

This collection of football follies comes from Sports Illustrated and was a subscription bonus for signing up to the magazine.

1986-01-01 | en

Hockey's Hardest Hitters

A video compilation of hard hits from the NHL. Hosted by Joe Bowen

1989-01-01 | en

29 Minute Beginners Workout

An exercise video for beginners from the 1980s, hosted by Deborah Lee.

1988-01-01 | en

Super Stars of Sports: Baseball

Made in 1990, this compilation video highlights the "Best of the Best" in Baseball.

1991-01-01 | en

Videosyncracy

As the dissociated convenience of the Internet and globalized corporate culture continue to shut down brick-and-mortar video stores, what will happen to the longstanding, local hangouts with their rugged individuals known as clerks and the communities who love them? Videosyncracy follows three very different video rental stores as they negotiate their survival in three distinct Los Angeles neighborhoods: Old Bank DVD in the Downtown arts district, Vidiots in sunny seaside Santa Monica, and Eddie Brandt’s Saturday Matinee in bustling North Hollywood. Their stories chronicle not only the birth and twilight of a particular kind of corner store, but also decades of personal lives intertwined with those of their communities, the new challenges and facilities of a rapidly changing world, and an enduring love of the movies, a slice of Americana on the brink of disappearance yet defiant to the end.

2010-09-07 | en

VHS Revolution

Using testimonies by pioneers and witnesses of the times, delve into the feverish visual culture the media generated – with far-fetched examples of canine television games, seduction manuals, aerobics class while holding a baby, among others.

2017-08-28 | fr

The Good Housewife in Her Kitchen

Short public information film showing housewives' efficient and hygienic methods of food storage.

1950-06-01 | en

Movie Hoarders: From VHS to DVD and Beyond!

Filmmakers and collectors lift the curtain on their manic media obsession that is not only a huge part of their lives, but the lifeblood of their existence!

2021-07-13 | en

Punk Rock Lottery

Directed by Jacob Miguel, "PUNK ROCK LOTTERY" embarks on a mission to capture the rapid growth of an annual event known as "The Punk Rock Lottery" in Austin, Texas. What sets this film apart is its self-awareness, playfully breaking the fourth wall and transforming into an immersive journey through history and the creative process. The narrative builds its foundation by featuring insights from punk legends and influential figures who helped shape both the film and Austin itself. As the story unfolds, it delves into the heart of the project as Jacob actively participates in the event, offering an inside look at the frenetic pace of life in a band. Through the experiences of over 30 characters, the film uncovers universal truths about creativity, camaraderie, and the struggles inherent in pursuing one's artistic passion.

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This Is Not a Dream

The video revolution of the 1970s offered unprecedented access to the moving image for artists and performers. This Is Not a Dream explores the legacies of this revolution and its continued impact on contemporary art and performance. Charting a path across four decades of avant-garde experiment and radical escapism, This Is Not a Dream traces the influences of Andy Warhol, John Waters and Jack Smith to the perverted frontiers of YouTube and Chatroulette, taking in subverted talk shows and soap operas, streetwalker fashions and glittery magic penises along the way.

2012-10-20 | en

VHS Forever? | Psychotronic People

A feature length documentary shot over 9 months taking a look at the explosion of movies that became available on VHS in the UK.

2014-09-20 | en

More Dangerous Than Dynamite

A short film warning the unaware housewife of the dangers of “dry cleaning” with gasoline at home.

1941-11-07 | en

The Stairway to Stardom Mixtape

Culled from over 15 hours of footage by the American Genre Film Archive (AGFA), THE STAIRWAY TO STARDOM MIXTAPE is the definitive presentation of public access TV’s most otherworldly show.

2022-09-24 | en

Will Work for Views: The Lo-Fi Life of Weird Paul

A film exploring the life of “Weird Paul.” After 30 years, 2000 videos, 800 songs, & 42 albums, he’s still not giving up on his dream.

2017-08-01 | en

Fry It Safe

This vintage film discusses the importance of paying full attention when cooking with vegetable oils and shortening to prevent kitchen fires. It demonstrates through controlled experiments that oil and shortening can smoke and catch fire if left unattended over high heat, and emphasizes the need to reduce heat immediately if smoke is detected. The film highlights the basic safety guidelines for safe home frying, such as using a medium heat source and never leaving heating oil or shortening unattended.

1982-01-01 | en

At the Video Store

Equal parts personal essay, intense rumination, and playful satire, this movie laments the death of the American Video Store while it searches for the missing human element in today's digital landscape.

2019-10-11 | en