Movie Wave

The quintessential 90s movie review show; setting out to watch and review every single movie that came out in the 1990s, in order! Join me as I make my way through the 90s one movie at a time!

Frankenhooker (1990, R) 04/25/2025

Frankenhooker (1990, R) “She’s hot. She’s sexy. And she’s sutured to please.” “Frankenhooker is a 1990 American black comedy horror film directed by Frank Henenlotter.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/35926260

Fire Birds (1990, PG-13) 04/18/2025

Fire Birds (1990, PG-13) “The best just got better.” “Fire Birds (released under the alternative title Wings of the Apache) is a 1990 American military action film directed by David Green and produced by William Badalato, Keith Barish, and Arnold Kopelson.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/35828540

Back to the Future Part III (1990, PG) 04/11/2025

Back to the Future Part III (1990, PG) “They’ve saved the best trip for last… But this time they may have gone too far.” “Back to the Future Part III is a 1990 American science fiction Western film and the third installment of the Back to the Future trilogy.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/35717240

Cadillac Man (1990, R) 04/04/2025

Cadillac Man (1990, R) “If you can’t trust a car salesman who can you trust?” “Cadillac Man is a 1990 American black comedy film directed by Roger Donaldson, starring Robin Williams and Tim Robbins.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/35589635

Bird on a Wire (1990, PG-13) 03/28/2025

Bird on a Wire (1990, PG-13) “He’s every woman’s dream and one woman’s nightmare.” “Bird on a Wire is a 1990 American action comedy film directed by John Badham and starring Mel Gibson and Goldie Hawn.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/35589620

A Show of Force (1990, R) 03/21/2025

A Show of Force (1990, R) “When a person murders, it’s a crime. When a government murders, it’s a cover-up.” “A Show of Force is a 1990 American thriller drama film directed by Bruno Barreto.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/35392075

Longtime Companion (1990, R) 03/14/2025

Longtime Companion (1990, R) “…a motion picture for everyone.” “Longtime Companion is a 1989 American romantic drama film directed by Norman René and starring Bruce Davison, Campbell Scott, Patrick Cassidy, and Mary-Louise Parker.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/35306515

Far Out Man (1990, R) 03/07/2025

Far Out Man (1990, R) “He’s a visitor from another time. The 60’s.” “Far Out Man is a 1990 American comedy film written, directed by and starring Tommy Chong.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/35211450

Class of 1999 (1990, R) 02/28/2025

Class of 1999 (1990, R) “The ultimate teaching machine … out of control.” “Class of 1999 is a 1990 American science fiction thriller film directed by Mark L. Lester.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/35118180

Without You I'm Nothing (1990, R) 02/21/2025

Without You I'm Nothing (1990, R) “Sandra Bernhard’s punchlines pack the wallop of a prizefighter’s jabs.” “Without You I'm Nothing is a 1990 American musical comedy film directed by John Boskovich and starring and written by comedian and singer Sandra Bernhard, based on material from her award-winning one-woman show of the same name, which was produced by Terry Danuser.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/35007350

Tales from the Darkside: The Movie (1990, R) 02/14/2025

Tales from the Darkside: The Movie (1990, R) “Four ghoulish fables in one modern nightmare.” “Tales from the Darkside: The Movie is a 1990 American comedy horror anthology film directed by John Harrison, serving as a spin-off of the anthology television series Tales from the Darkside.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/35007325

Short Time (1990, PG-13) 02/07/2025

Short Time (1990, PG-13) “Getting killed isn’t as easy as it looks.” “Short Time is a 1990 American action comedy film directed by Gregg Champion.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/34825760

Wild Orchid (1990, R) 01/31/2025

Wild Orchid (1990, R) “From the creators of ‘9 1/2 Weeks’. An Adventure of the Senses.” “Wild Orchid is a 1989 American erotic film directed by Zalman King and starring Mickey Rourke, Carré Otis, Jacqueline Bisset, Bruce Greenwood, and Assumpta Serna.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/34825740

Spaced Invaders (1990, PG) 01/24/2025

Spaced Invaders (1990, PG) “For years, science has speculated on the existence of intelligent life in space… Now, there is living proof there is no such thing.” “Spaced Invaders is a 1990 American science fiction comedy directed by Patrick Read Johnson and starring Douglas Barr, Royal Dano, and Ariana Richards.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/34645520

Q & A (1990, R) 01/17/2025

Q & A (1990, R) “When the questions are dangerous the answers can be deadly.” “Q & A is a 1990 American crime film written and directed by Sidney Lumet, based on a novel by New York State Supreme Court judge Edwin Torres.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/34567265

The Guardian (1990, R) 01/10/2025

The Guardian (1990, R) “Tonight, while the world is asleep… an ancient evil is about to awaken.” “The Guardian is a 1990 American supernatural horror film co-written and directed by William Friedkin, and starring Jenny Seagrove as a mysterious nanny who is hired by new parents, played by Dwier Brown and Carey Lowell, to care for their infant son; the couple soon discover the nanny to be a hamadryad, whose previous clients' children went missing under her care.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/34452975

Miami Blues (1990, R) 01/03/2025

Miami Blues (1990, R) “Real badge. Real gun. Fake cop.” “Miami Blues is a 1990 American neo-noir black comedy crime drama film directed by George Armitage, based on the novel of the same name by Charles Willeford.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/34452950

Lisa (1990, PG-13) 12/27/2024

Lisa (1990, PG-13) “Someone out there is Lisa’s fantasy. Pray she never meets him.” “Lisa is a 1990 American thriller film directed by Gary Sherman and starring Staci Keanan, D. W. Moffett, Cheryl Ladd and Jeffrey Tambor.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/34144896

Chattahoochee (1990, R) 12/20/2024

Chattahoochee (1990, R) “In the 1950s, he came home a Korean War hero, but couldn’t fit in and he couldn’t forget. So they sent him to a mental institution. Instead of treatment, he got neglect. Instead of care, he got brutality. Instead of giving in, he fought back. And he became a hero for the second time.” “Chattahoochee is a 1989 American drama film directed by Mick Jackson and starring Gary Oldman and Dennis Hopper.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/34144871

Vital Signs (1990, R) 12/13/2024

Vital Signs (1990, R) “During one incredible year, seven friends discover that love is alive and well and living in the ’90s.” “Vital Signs is a 1990 American comedy-drama film directed by Marisa Silver and starring Adrian Pasdar, Diane Lane and Jimmy Smits.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/33908352

The Gods Must Be Crazy II (1990, PG) 12/06/2024

The Gods Must Be Crazy II (1990, PG) “This time, everybody’s going crazier.” “The Gods Must Be Crazy II is a 1989 comedy film written and directed by Jamie Uys, and a sequel to the 1980 film The Gods Must Be Crazy, which Uys also wrote and directed.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/33757722

Crazy People (1990, R) 11/29/2024

Crazy People (1990, R) “A comedy about truth in advertising.” “Crazy People is a 1990 American black comedy film starring Dudley Moore and Daryl Hannah, directed by Tony Bill, and music by Cliff Eidelman.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/33745612

In the Spirit (1990, R) 11/22/2024

In the Spirit (1990, R) “A comedy with murder on its mind.” “In the Spirit is a 1990 American comedy film starring Marlo Thomas and Elaine May, directed by noted acting coach Sandra Seacat, with a screenplay co-authored by May's daughter Jeannie Berlin and Laurie Jones, both of whom also appear in the film.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/33584602

Impulse (1990, R) 11/15/2024

Impulse (1990, R) “She’s an undercover cop. Seduced by a fantasy. Trapped in a mystery. Led by a dangerous impulse.” “Impulse is a 1990 American neo-noir[3] film directed by Sondra Locke, and starring Theresa Russell, Jeff Fahey, and George Dzundza.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/33441042

I Love You to Death (1990, R) 11/08/2024

I Love You to Death (1990, R) “With these people trying to kill him, Joey Boca may just live forever.” “I Love You to Death is a 1990 American black comedy film directed by Lawrence Kasdan and starring an ensemble cast featuring Kevin Kline, Tracey Ullman, Joan Plowright, River Phoenix, William Hurt, and Keanu Reeves.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/33432947

The First Power (1990, R) 11/01/2024

The First Power (1990, R) “Satan has created the perfect killer. One who cannot be stopped. Be warned.” “The First Power is a 1990 American neo-noir horror film written and directed by Robert Resnikoff, and starring Lou Diamond Phillips, Tracy Griffith, Jeff Kober and Mykelti Williamson.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/33319777

Ernest Goes to Jail (1990, PG) 10/25/2024

Ernest Goes to Jail (1990, PG) “Guilty of maximum fun in the first degree!” “Ernest Goes to Jail is a 1990 American comedy film directed by John Cherry and starring Jim Varney.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/33319732

Cry-Baby (1990, PG-13) 10/18/2024

Cry-Baby (1990, PG-13) “He’s a doll. He’s a dreamboat. He’s a delinquent.” “Cry-Baby is a 1990 American teen musical romantic comedy film written and directed by John Waters.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/33061862

Catchfire (1990, R) 10/11/2024

Catchfire (1990, R) “They hired him to kill her, but he had a better idea.” “Catchfire is a 1990 American romantic action thriller film directed by Dennis Hopper and starring Jodie Foster, Hopper, Fred Ward and Vincent Price, with cameo appearances by several notable actors, including Charlie Sheen, Joe Pesci, Catherine Keener and Bob Dylan.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/33056627

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990, PG) 10/04/2024

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990, PG) “Hey dude, this is no cartoon.” “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles[a] is a 1990 American superhero action comedy film based on the comic book characters created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird.” Show Links Trailer: Wikipedia: Just Watch: Socials Bluesky: Buy Me A Coffee: Letterboxd: Mastodon: Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions. /episode/index/show/7e4c20cf-5a17-495e-82e8-94d9d576e1f7/id/32957467

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