Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping my family heirloom into the ol’ VCR. Literally.
If you’ve been around for a while, you’ve definitely heard me mention my family heirloom, aka a VHS tape containing the CBS Halloween Lineup from circa 1986. My sister has even told me that in the event of a fire, I am to grab it on the way out of my apartment.
Well, friends, the time has come for me to share exactly what’s on this VHS tape as well as to highlight some of my favorite commercials, including the commercial that will haunt me for the rest of my life. Sharing the contents of this tape should also give context to several of my tattoos.
Instead of giving all of you whiplash, I’m going to divide the specials and commercials into their own sections. This way you aren’t left feeling like you’re fighting your sibling for the remote as the channel rapidly changes.
Grab your leg warmers and shoulder pads because we’re taking it all the way back to the 80s.
The commercials
I obviously love this tape in its entirety, but the commercials are truly *chef’s kiss*. I do want to address one in particular up top because it’s a little jarring to watch.
As with all networks, CBS shows bumpers and commercials for other shows throughout the tape, one being My Sister Sam. For those who don’t know, Rebecca Schaeffer was murdered when she was extremely young (22), and it’s really odd to see a commercial with her in it. The story is extremely tragic, and I won’t be sharing it here. RIP 🖤
Alrighty. Now, let’s dive into the other commercials from the special.
B Movies Blog 
Leave a comment