Category Archives: Retro

Update: First Images of Gila

Posted on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 by Robert Hood

A Backbrain Exclusive Thanks to Producer Bill Dever, Undead Backbrain has acquired the first concept drawings of the new Gila! (see The Gila Monster Grows). It’s by Charles Chiodo (of the Chiodo Bros fame), who has been involved in many … Continue reading →

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Let’s Drink to Danger 5!

Posted on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 by Robert Hood

SBS’s web series, Danger 5! The Diamond Girls has finished, but we already know Danger 5 is destined to return as a TV series on Australian TV’s SBS. The online show has proven extremely popular so far, loved for its … Continue reading →

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The Final Episode of Danger 5: The Diamond Girls Has Arrived!

Posted on Tuesday, December 20, 2011 by Robert Hood

I’m assuming there’ll be more Danger 5 to come, but for now here’s Episode 5 in the colourful retro secret-agent serial, Danger 5: The Diamond Girls, invincible Nazi femmes and all! embedded by Embedded VideoYouTube Direct What do you reckon? … Continue reading →

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When Faux Cicadas Get Real: A Backbrain Exclusive

Posted on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 by Robert Hood

At the moment The Attack of the Giant Killer Cicadas is the subject of a faux movie trailer for a 1950s style sci-fi/horror movie that doesn’t exist … but which, in the words of its creator “probably should!” You know … Continue reading →

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Danger 5 — Now with Added Monkeys!

Posted on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 by Robert Hood

Yes, you heard it right! Monkeys! But what kind? Watch Episode Four of Danger 5: The Diamond Girls to find out. embedded by Embedded VideoYouTube Direct Thanks to Avery as usual. Episode 1 Episode 2 Episode 3 Episode 5 [Coming … Continue reading →

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Fly Danger 5! You Won’t Regret It!

Posted on Friday, December 9, 2011 by Robert Hood

The third episode of Danger 5: The Diamond Girls was released a few days ago. Here it is for those who haven’t seen it. As brilliantly silly and cool as ever. embedded by Embedded VideoYouTube Direct Thanks to Avery as … Continue reading →

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Save Civilisation! Watch Danger 5 Episode 2!

Posted on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 by Robert Hood

According to Undead Backbrain correspondent Don Krouskop, Danger 5! has reaffirmed his faith in humanity. So if reading/hearing the news has plunged you into the depths of despair and the global financial crisis is undermining your psychological well-being, you know … Continue reading →

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Zombies From Outer Space: Update

Posted on Saturday, November 26, 2011 by Robert Hood

Remember the retro scifi horror flick Zombies from Outer Space (Germany-2010; dir. Martin Faltermeier), which Undead Backbrain revealed to the world at the end of last year? No? Well, go read about it here. Go on! Hurry up! We’ll wait. … Continue reading →

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Danger 5 Episode 1 is Online!

Posted on Wednesday, November 23, 2011 by Robert Hood

“What’s Danger 5?” I hear you ask. Haven’t you been paying attention? Read this now. Meanwhile, for the more savvy, the first episode of Danger 5: The Diamond Girls is here! embedded by Embedded VideoYouTube Direct Episode 2

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Danger 5 Coming to a Computer Screen Near You!

Posted on Thursday, November 3, 2011 by Robert Hood

Now, does this look too good to be true or what? embedded by Embedded VideoYouTube Direct Eye-busting retro design, bizarre concepts, nostalgic stop-motion dinosaurs! What Danger 5 seems to be — in case you haven’t heard of it and haven’t … Continue reading →

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