Retro Blood 141: Shallow Grave (1987)

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Welcome to the grand finale of our "Bad Cop in 1980s Horror Movie" month on Retro Blood!
In this episode, we're diving into the 1987 horror classic Shallow Grave.
But first, we have some exciting news: our July 4th special episode is dropping early on
June 30th. Tune in to find out why!
In this episode:
• July 4th Special Announcement:
o Details on our upcoming special episode and why it's being released early.
• Quick Thoughts on Shallow Grave:
o Our initial impressions and thoughts on the movie's style.
• Weekly History Segment:
o Pro Wrestling:
▪ A look back at Ronnie Garvin's NWA Title win over Ric Flair on
September 25, 1987 – the same night Shallow Grave was released.
▪ Discussion on Garvin's unique wrestling style, the significance of his
title win, and why his reign was short-lived.
o Metal Music:
▪ Exploring the band Carnivore and their album "Retaliation".
▪ James’s on-air shock at discovering the identity of the band's lead
singer.
• Shallow Grave Production Notes:
o Interesting tidbits about filming locations.
o How this movie is surprisingly connected to WCW in the 90s.
• Full Movie Breakdown:
o Sheriff Dean’s dangerous choking addiction.
o Deputy Scott’s cluelessness and his last-minute realization of the plot.
o The misadventures of the college kids who stumble into the wrong town.
o And much more!
Join us for a deep dive into Shallow Grave as we wrap up our exploration of bad cops in
1980s horror cinema. Whether you're a horror aficionado, a wrestling fan, or a metalhead,
this episode of Retro Blood has something for everyone!

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