Best 1980S

Luis Puenzo's 1985 Palme d'Or winner is a searing examination of Argentina's 'Dirty War' era. It follows a schoolteacher who discovers her adopted daughter was stolen from her biological parents, forc...

A cornerstone of Afrobeat, 'Rhythm of the Poetic Years' showcases Fela Kuti's unparalleled ability to blend jazz, funk, and traditional Yoruba music with potent political commentary. The album's exten...

Miami Vice, airing from 1984 to 1989, revolutionized television with its stylish visuals, pulsating synth soundtrack, and focus on fashion and music. The show followed detectives James 'Sonny' Crocket...

Afrobeat 1980s Vol. 1 is a compilation that captures the essence of Afrobeats during its formative years. It includes tracks from pioneering artists like Fela Kuti and King Wasiu, showcasing the genre...

King Wasiu's Afrobeat Legacy is a landmark album that defined the Afrobeats sound in the 1980s. It blends traditional African rhythms with contemporary instrumentation, creating a unique and influenti...

The Headies 1980s Compilation is a curated collection of the most influential Afrobeats tracks from the 1980s. It features iconic artists like King Wasiu, King Wasiu, and King Wasiu, showcasing the ge...

The original Trivial Pursuit revolutionized the trivia board game genre. This 1981 edition features questions covering six categories: Geography, Entertainment, History, Arts & Literature, Science & N...

Graceland is a vibrant and uplifting album thats ideal for a road trip, particularly one with a sense of discovery. Paul Simons collaboration with South African musicians creates a unique and infectio...

Nathaniel Rich's 'Losing Earth' meticulously chronicles the decade from 1979 to 1989, when scientists and policymakers had a clear understanding of the climate crisis and the potential solutions, but...

A farmer in Iowa hears a mysterious voice urging him to build a baseball field in his cornfield, leading to a series of extraordinary events. Field of Dreams is a heartwarming and magical film about f...

Based on a true story, Hoosiers follows a struggling high school basketball team in rural Indiana as they defy expectations and make a remarkable run for the state championship. The film beautifully c...

Afrobeat 1980s Vol. 3 is a continuation of the previous volumes, featuring more tracks from influential artists like Fela Kuti and King Wasiu. The album highlights the genre's expansion and the integr...

King Wasiu's Afrobeat Collection is a compilation that showcases the artist's most iconic tracks from the 1980s. It features a blend of traditional and modern sounds, reflecting the evolution of Afrob...

Afrobeat 1980s Vol. 2 continues the legacy of the first volume, featuring more tracks from influential artists like King Wasiu and Fela Kuti. The album highlights the genre's expansion and the integra...

Dorothy Allisons 1996 memoir recounts her brothers false confession to a murder and her subsequent decision to take the blame to protect her family. The book is a harrowing exploration of poverty, abu...

Rainbow Rowells 'Eleanor & Park' offers a tender and nostalgic portrayal of first love set against the backdrop of 1980s Nebraska. The story follows Eleanor, a new student with a difficult home life,...

Afrobeat 1980s Vol. 4 is a compilation that captures the essence of Afrobeats during its formative years. It includes tracks from pioneering artists like Fela Kuti and King Wasiu, showcasing the genre...

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City transports players to a vibrant, neon-drenched 1980s Miami, offering a unique and stylish open-world experience. The games narrative, inspired by classic crime films, follo...

Alex Cox's 1984 cult classic 'Repo Man' is a bizarre and energetic blend of punk rock, science fiction, and dark comedy. The film follows a young man who becomes a repo man and gets entangled in a con...

The Color Purple is a powerful, emotional adaptation of Alice Walkers novel, chronicling the life of Celie, an African American woman living in the South during the early 20th century. The film is a t...

Hector Babenco's 1981 film is a harrowing and unflinching portrayal of street children involved in crime in São Paulo, Brazil (though a significant Argentine production). The film's raw realism and i...

Tom Wolfe's satirical novel skewers the excesses and inequalities of 1980s New York City. The story follows Sherman McCoy, a wealthy Wall Street bond trader whose life unravels after a minor traffic a...

'Sing Street' is a charming and uplifting Irish musical comedy set in 1980s Dublin. Conor, a teenager struggling with his parents' divorce and a new school, forms a band to impress a girl. The film be...

Memories of Murder is a gripping crime thriller inspired by real-life unsolved serial killings in South Korea. The film follows two bumbling detectives struggling to catch a killer while grappling wit...

Capeta is a comedic racing anime that follows the story of a young boy who is terrible at go-kart racing. Despite his lack of skill, he is forced to compete in a prestigious racing league. The series...

Afrobeat 1980s Vol. 7 is a compilation that captures the essence of Afrobeats during its formative years. It includes tracks from pioneering artists like Fela Kuti and King Wasiu, showcasing the genre...

Black Ops Cold War, released in 2020, continued the Black Ops storyline, taking players back to the 1980s during the height of the Cold War. It featured a compelling campaign, a revamped zombie mode,...

A nostalgic 1986 adventure film, 'SpaceCamp' follows a group of teenagers attending a NASA space camp who accidentally get launched into orbit aboard a space shuttle. The film combines humor, exciteme...

Raising Arizona is a quirky comedy about an ex-con and a police officer who kidnap a baby. The films surreal humor, eccentric characters, and unconventional plot make it a unique and memorable cinemat...