Slaughterhouse Rock - Good Bad Flicks 

"If your parents gave you a name like Mordecai, there's a 90% chance you'll grow up evil." Or become a Blue Jay, that works too.

It's really a shame that most people only kno2w Toni Basil for Mickey, as she's had a pretty impressive career. In addition to this, she acted in such movies as Dennis Hopper's Easy Rider and The Last Movie and Robert Downey (Sr.)'s Greaser's Place (as well as stuff on the other end of the spectrum like Myra Breckenridge). She also did a LOT of work as a dancer (touring with Frank Sinatra and opening for Funkadelic) and choreographer (working with such people as the Talking Heads and David Bowie). She danced with Davy Jones in Head and was in a relationship with Gerald Casale of Devo (relevant here, obviously), with Devo contributing songs and backing tracks on her first album. She recently choreographed Tarantino's Once Upon a Time In Hollywood (and apparently knew Sharon Tate). She's had a busy 50 years or so. :-)

I'm shocked they didn't have Linnea Quigley play the heavy metal Sammy Mitchell, since she had her own rock band The Skirts, and looks more metal how she dresses.

Man.... EVERYONE has shorts that are too revealing... oh 80s -inspiration!

Come see the heavy metal acts Toni Basil and Devo at the Lava Pit at 9pm this Saturday.

"Filmed on roller skates." And here I thought the movie couldn't get any more 80s.

"Will I ever be able to play the piano again " "Of course you can" "Well I couldn't before"

Hmmm... I'm kind of disappointed that you didn't end the video with a 10 second long clip of moving clouds

It’s movies like this that really make me wish I grew up in the 80’s

That dark brick alleyway at the start gave me creepy reminders of the Dark Souls Sewers.

Richard should've asked Toni Basil how we can dance when our earth is turning (trom-booones)

Maybe the "Rock" doesn't refer to music. Maybe it refers to Alcatraz.

On the day that Cinemasnob uploaded his video is the same day that you uploaded your video. Great start to my day.

The pitch meeting had me in stiches!! Being a Heart fan, seeing Nancy Wilson in this probably would have made me buy this movie just because. After watching you talk about it, I think Ann Wilson might have been better for that role that went to Toni Basil. Lita Ford would have been really good too. Did you ever see the movie L.A. Bounty with Sybil Danning? Howard Leese who was a member of Heart at the time did music for that film...he could have done something here...

Worked in a video store for around 7 years, the movies you review just bring back those classic VHS covers. Love your channel.

guess Alex's bed was truly burning...the Midnight Oil !!....ah yes..I'll see myself out

the classic double dream. oh man the 80s. I love them the teacher is dressed like the head witch in a coven.

He attacc.... He protecc... But most importantly.. He makes her float like hecc.

Thank you for reviewing this movie! It’s my all time favorite 80’s cheese ball horror movie. I remember seeing it on the shelf of my hometown video store as a kid. Rented it and loved it. Thank you again and you rock!

Every time “clouds” came up, I laughed hysterically!!!! Totally Marvy.

I'm pretty sure Toni Basil would have wanted to wake up and realize her participation in this film was all a bad dream... Great as usal, Thanx!!!

DORO! MY QUEEN!

"Oh Ricky, what a pity, don't you understand that every day's a rerun, and the laughter's always canned?"

3:57, Liquid Dreams! Lol!!

I totally admire your restraint in not even once commenting on the cloak... I would not have had that much self-control. :)

CAN YOU BELIEVE THESE CLOUDS!?!? SO MANY CLOUDS!

Not the clouds! Not the clouds! Ahhhhhh! *nick cage voice*

I saw this a LONG time ago back when I was in the single digit age and could only remember bits and pieces. Thank you, I finally got a title.

Man, the BBQ sauce for blood feeling...so relatable! 🤣

Thank you for mentioning Black Roses and especially Rocktober Blood as those were two movies I have been trying to remember the names of for a decade, easily, which I can now watch for Halloween!

Can you believe these clouds ?... LMFAO. If I were fortunate to win a Powerball Jackpot, I would absolutely finance any film you’d write and direct.

Say what you want about this flick, but seeing Playboy Playmates with that 80's look means I need a drool bucket ASAP.

I love the 80´s, where the worst ideas came true. "Hey, I have got this absolutely stupid script!". "Ooooook, fk it, lets do it!" Thanks, cocaine! :)

C'mon do the Mark Dacascos Drive, I've been waiting five years to die happy! LOL

9:40, geez, on the shelf for 3 years!

Looks like the clouds had more screentime than any of the characters combined.

Can you please do an exploring video on Scream Blacula Scream?

Only channel I auto like before actually watching. I just know it's gonna be good

We wasted THREE reels of film on clouds!

dude, Toni Basil and Devo!? I'm 100% sold. I'm watching this movie today!

Probably one of the better movies to use the dancing ghost of Toni Basil as a plot device.

Dude, I have been trying to find/remember the title of this movie before the internet was invented. Thank You so much!

I stumbled upon this gem at Universal Video in Seaside, Oregon, one of the last surviving video stores that I know of. In the back of the store is an old room that has never changed since I was very young, and it's filled to the brim with B-movie Horror and Sci-Fi films on VHS. I spend a long time in there making notes of all that I need to catch up on. I had fun with this Horror-Comedy, and I'll never be able to listen to Toni Basil's "Mickey" without thinking of this flick.

"Can I play the piano anymore?!" "Of course you can!" "Well I couldn't before!"

That opening is how I picture all Hollywood Meetings

Alcatraz, once known as "The Rock" now known as "Synth Pop." I could watch your videos all day Cecil. Problem is, I already have and I'm running out! You don't need sleep, more videos, the demon demands it :D

Those are some damn fine clouds!

I really like this channel, and your reviews have encouraged me to see a bunch of movies I would have never seen otherwise. Keep up the great work!

This reminds me of another Rock n Roll horror movie that suffered from odd casting. It's the British slasher flick THE COMEBACK (1978). It was obvious the story centered on a Mick Jagger, Ozzy Osbourne or Billy Idol type figure but instead they got easy listening crooner, Jack Jones, most famous for singing the Love Boat theme to play the central role. It's not a bad flick but when the killer's motive is revealed, it's obvious Jack Jones wasn't their first choice. :)

Now I know Toni was Waacking in this film! Get into it!!

"I just love a party" My fave line from the film

That movie poster though...a classic.

OMG I did NOT expect a Midnight Oil reference from Cecil!!! i knew he's a man of culture and all but...

Love this movie! One of my faves as a kid. Was hoping you'd cover it! Post watching your review: I'm still a fan. I'm glad you do the in-depth look though. You're right about them missing out on the music. I'm still shocked by the class of 1999/NIN story. I liked the story as a kid but I enjoyed the demonic/ghost horror movies from the 80's. As always, keep up the great work!

I always articulate my point via french fry. It's the only way. Plus, it means you always have a tasty snack on hand & people love the smell of french fries.

Im not the only one that articulates with fries!!!!! Haha love you cecil! Best channel period

Always brings a smile to my face to see another video released

The clouds are in this movie so much they better have their name in the credits.

I was 15 in 1988. "Marvy" was absolutely not a thing anyone said ever!

Please do Black Roses. Not enough people know about it, and it's one of the unintentionally funniest horror films I've ever seen.

oh clouds you so fine, you so fine you blow my mind, hey clouds

This, film got repeat broadcast on: U.S.A. Up All Night

I am very upset that the stolen chip debacle is still not resolved. That plotline had me enthralled.

I got a fever, and the only prescription is MORE CLOUDS! XD

GBF you rock! You make my Mondays bearable and give me something to look forward to!

Nephology is incredible... Meteorology blows me away.. Cumulus, stratus, uhh nimbostratus.. Clouds are all I care for

Points articulated by French fry is the most important point of the discussion.

Speaking of American Werewolf in London, for some reason the cover art for this movie always reminds me of American Werewolf in London for some reason.

the opening is amazing , good job

Immediate pause and like for the Midnight Oil.

Her dancing

Marvellous! Also, *_SO. Many. CLOUDS._*

Saw you in In Search Of Darkness last night. Been a big fan forever. Hope to see more of you in Part 2!

@7:07 “Oh Ricky, what a pity!”, your kung-fu is strong Sir! Lol

They could have hired L7 ... they were only around for a couple years at that point, so they prolly would have loved that,..

Cecil, you crack me up.

If it helps, I can totally relate to the "barbecue sauce for blood" line. That's a really fucking good metaphor, tbh.

I was waitlisted for Cranky Gargoyle College.

Honestly had they gotten a young Metallica, Megadeth, Exodus and Testamentfor the soundtrack this would have been a more well known Cult Movie that probably would be recommended by the fans.

you fit more metal/rock references in 13 min than they did in the movie :P

Def Leppard best selling Hysteria album sold 20m+ in 1987/88. By 85 they were yet to hit their peak. Cmon Cecil, you are usually spot on with the music knowledge!

A fact's a fact. We gotta give it back.

you always cheer me up, Cecil- thanks for the video!❤

Dude the french fry guy at 2:42 is totally David Spade

I have a secret--this movie is my guilty pleasure. When I first discovered eBay, I found a copy and bought it for 20 bucks. When it arrived, it appeared to have been a video store copy and had a price tag of 79.99!!!! in the time since my VHS machine broke, I couldn't find a copy, but finally about a year ago, I talked the local library into picking up a new DVD and watched it, then I paid a local business called the (Record) Exchange to get it for me. It's currently beside my feet in a bin with other movies such as Wizards (Ralph B), The Phantom of the Opera (Robert E.), and Yellow Submarine (Beatles) along with library DVDs. Yes, I've watched it again. I have The Only One as a 9pm alarm on my phone. People seem confused and are like, what is that song? I also use the quote Sami says often, Just because you're psychic doesn't mean you're intelligent. :) Yeah, I have a weird obsession with this film. My first viewing was in 96 when it was shown on TV. I can't recall which channel. I think it might have been a movie-channel but it is possible it was cable. The music is what grabbed and kept me.

Don't forget that Mark Mothersburg also showed kids how to draw on Yo Gabba Gabba. Legendary!

You forgot to mention that this was Jeff Speakman's first movie.

I lost it on the Midnight Oil joke.

SO. MANY. CLOUDS!

Dude you should do Phantoms 1998 Ben Affleck was da bomb in phantoms.

Been waiting on this one. Good shit as always.

THIS WAS GREAT! Made my day.... Thanks, GBF

Come for the Slaughterhouse Rock, stay for the CLOUDS

Bless you Cecil, I never even heard of this epicness. Lol amazing!!!

thank you for your hard work work your work is appreciated

People often sleep through burning beds and die. This is common occurence if you smoke in bed and fall asleep. The smoke from the fire makes sure you dont wake up.

The slo-mo French fry guy looked like a young Joe Exotic.. 🐅 👑

I friking love your channel sir I shall sing at your wedding 😎👍💯

Yo, not to burst my dude's bubble or anything but I think the whole Slaughterhouse ROCK title can be alluded to the fact that Alcatraz is also known as "The Rock" by some natives. That's definitely one thing I learned from playing Watch Dogs 2 lmao but yeah, they just chose the most spooky font they could find (which is, coincidentally, also a niche of the Rock genre) and went with it. So maybe... that's why they were okay with odd choices for a movie that's deceivingly looking like a horror flick themed with that music genre. Idk, that's my best bet.

I love your channel Like 20 videos from here are movies i watched once whe i was between 6 or 10 years old Im stil amazed how you find this gems (despite having an explanation from you) Saludos desde México!!!