Episode 158 - Schizoid (1980) [Revisited]

We finally made it! This is the final normal episode of Cannon Cruisers. To celebrate this momentous occasion, we decided to cover the very first movie we talked about once more. That's right, it's time for Schizoid again!

That said, there isn't much else to add. The movie is still kind of a mess and doesn't really hold up. Check out the episode to see why that might be the case!

Randy's Score: 2/5

JD's Score: 2/5

Up Next: Cyborg Cop 2!

Episode 157 - Robotech: The Movie (1986)

Here is a rarity for the Cannon Cruisers. For the first time we cover an animated movie, since it is also the one and only time Cannon itself released one. Not only that, but it is an entry in the infamous 1980s franchise Robotech, and one that has been buried even by those who made it. The producers of Robotech, Harmony Gold, have even long since left this one to obscurity. A rarity for them.

Ostensibly an old lost version of the anime OVA Megazone 23 Part I, Robotech: The Movie has quite the story behind its production and general existence. It's also not quite what you might expect from with Cannon Films or Harmony Gold.

It's quite a strange little picture regardless. See today's episode to find out just why that is the case.

Randy's Score: 3/5

JD's Score: 3/5

Up Next: Schizoid!

Episode 156 - Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987)

It's been awhile, but we finally made it here! This one has been a long time coming, but today we took a look at the infamous fourth Superman movie. Is it really as bad as they say, or is it a hidden gem? Well, there is more to it than all that. Check out the episode to see how it shakes out.

On the other hand, perhaps it does deserve its infamy. You'll see what I mean. there is a reason it has that reputation it has.

Randy's Score: 2/5

JD's Score: 2/5

Up Next: Robotech: The Movie!

Non-Cannon ~ Episode 114 - Troll (1986)

No, this isn't that movie. It is, instead, the original film in the "series" that isn't really a series. This one isn't so much horror as more of a family friendly joint. As a result it doesn't quite hit the mark in either camp, falling short in both categories.

There are some interesting effects and ideas here, but it altogether doesn't quite add up to a great watch. Unfortunately, it's missing both the chills of horror and the thrills of an adventure. Check out the full episode to see why that might be.

Randy's Score: 2/5

JD's Score: 3/5

Up Next: Superman IV: The Quest for Peace!

Episode 155 - Otello (1986)

Cannon did more than one Shakespeare movie back in the day. The difference between the two, however, is quite staggering. The other we covered is a very loose adaption of King Lear that didn't quite cut the mustard. Today's movie is quite different.

This adaption of Othello is not only very faithful, but also an operatic version that remains one of the most popular versions of the play to this day. Why exactly is that the case? You'll have to five into today's episode to learn just why! Let us just say that it transfers to the medium of film surprisingly well.

Randy's Score: 4/5

JD's Score: 4/5

Up Next: Troll!