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Epic Win: The Death of Starscream

Oct. 2, 2009

Submitted and Written by Jose S

In 1986, while fans were still reeling from the soul-crushing deaths of fan-favorites like Optimus Prime and Ironhide (as well as the miracle-working mech medics who probably could have saved them, Ratchet and Wheeljack), Transformers: The Movie added one more dead body to the pile by giving Starscream the most flashy and undeservedly cool-looking death in non-anime cartoon history.

I recall that Starscream continues to be present in a ghost-like form, kind of like that book, The Lovely Bones. (Wow, I never expected to discuss Transformers and The Lovely Bones in the same sentence.)

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Epic Win: Duracell Batteries Self Tester

Oct. 2, 2009

Submitted by W Tarbox

Yes, the Coppertop Tester! What size battery is that in the commercial — C or D? Remember when we used to use C or D batteries?

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Epic Win: Little Shop of Horrors

Oct. 1, 2009

Submitted by Mario M

This ‘86 adaptation of the off-Broadway show was a musical that appealed to even people who don’t usually enjoy musicals (read: me). But that’s to be expected when the director is Frank Oz — the original voice of your favorite Muppets and your favorite Jedi Masters from the swamp planet of Dagobah.

» 30 Blasts From The Past

Epic Win: Celebrity Deathmatch

Oct. 1, 2009

Submitted by Alex B

I’ve always had a soft spot from claymation, especially when used to animate movie stars and musicians beating the living hell out of each other. MTV’s Celebrity Deathmatch was extraordinarily violent, even in an era where Mortal Kombat ruled Sega Geneses (Genesises?) everywhere. It also reminds me of when MTV had original content that didn’t involve some girl scanning her boyfriend’s bed with a blacklight.

You can watch a few free episodes from MTV.

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Epic Win: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

Sep. 30, 2009

ChickaChickaBoomBoom

Submitted and Written by Rachel S

Who doesn’t love a good story about the alphabet climbing a tree? “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, will there be enough room?” such suspense!

I realize the image is for the audiobook, featuring Ray Charles. Can anyone find me an audio clip?

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