Tag: Richard Donner

Serpentorslair Staff · March 6, 2025

March 6th in 80s History: The Birth of an Action Classic – Lethal Weapon Premieres in Theaters!

March 6, 2025March 6, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff80s action movies, action movie history, best 80s movies, buddy cop movies, classic movies, Danny Glover, Danny Glover movies, famous movie roles, iconic movie quotes, Lethal Weapon, Lethal Weapon 1987, Martin Riggs, Mel Gibson, Mel Gibson career, movie anniversaries, movie fun facts, Richard Donner, Roger Murtaugh, Shane Black, The Fly 1986, The Untouchables 19870 comment

On March 6, 1987, action movie history was made when Lethal Weapon exploded onto theater screens. Starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover, the film redefined the buddy-cop genre and set the standard for high-octane action mixed with humor and emotional depth. Over 35 years later, Lethal Weapon remains one of the most influential action films of all time, spawning sequels, a TV series, and countless imitations. How Lethal Weapon Changed the Action Genre Before Lethal Weapon, cop movies often followed a predictable formula, but director Richard Donner and screenwriter Shane…

Serpentorslair Staff · July 7, 2021

THE POP EXPOSE ‘Remembering Richard Donner’ By Mitchell Smith!

July 7, 2021July 7, 2021 Serpentorslair StaffRichard Donner, Superman, The Goonies, The POP EXPOSE, The POP-EXPOSE0 comment

Good morning everybody. Today We are remembering Richard Donner born in 1930 and sadly passed away at the age of 91 on July 5th. Donner is director and producer for many movies and shows from 1957 to 2009. Some of his most memorable movies include Superman from the Chris Reeves era, The Goonies, Lethal Weapon, and the Christmas classic Scrooged. He also had a hand in many TV shows most memorable for me is Tales from the Crypt and their spin offs. Growing up The Superman movies were some of the best from their time.…

Serpentorslair Staff · April 22, 2014

Steven Spielberg behind Goones 2!

April 22, 2014 Serpentorslair StaffGoonies, Goonies 2, Movies, Richard Donner, Serpentorslair, Steven Spielberg0 comment

I am sure many people are worried that a sequel to the iconic 80’s film Goonies is going to be a horrible idea that would ruin the mystique of the original film. You might however change your mind when you find out that Steven Spielberg is behind the idea forGoonies 2. For more on this check out the article below and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: denofgeek.us) Richard Donner just loves to talk about Goonies 2, but this time, he’s got a bigger piece of news for you. Well, the folks at…

Serpentorslair Staff · April 5, 2014

“Goonies” Sequel is Happening!

April 5, 2014 Serpentorslair StaffCorey Feldman, Goonies, Movies, Richard Donner0 comment

According to Goonies Director Richard Donner, there is going to be a sequel to the classic 80s movie Goonies. Not only that, but he wants to bring back the original cast. Check out more on this below and share your thoughts AFTER THE JUMP! (Source: TMZ) Corey Feldman just got awesome news — Richard Donner told us he’s making a sequel to “The Goonies” … and wants to bring back the entire cast. Donner was signing autographs in Bev Hills when he dropped the bombshell … genuinely surprising our photog. What Donner didn’t say…