Joysticks (Video Madness) (1983)

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In this loud teen movie, a motley crew of youths, ranging from the rainbow-haired King Vidiot (Jonathan Gries), to Eugene the king nerd (Leif Green) and a washed-up video freak descend to the usual level of tricks to keep their video arcade from being shut down by a businessman (Joe Don Baker) who… More In this loud teen movie, a motley crew of youths, ranging from the rainbow-haired King Vidiot (Jonathan Gries), to Eugene the king nerd (Leif Green) and a washed-up video freak descend to the usual level of tricks to keep their video arcade from being shut down by a businessman (Joe Don Baker) who believes the games are a threat to the mental health of today's youth. ~ Eleanor Mannikka, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: R, 1 hr. 28 min.
Directed By: Greydon Clark
Written By: Al Gomez, Mickey Epps
Genres: Comedy

In Theaters: Jan 1, 1983 Wide
On DVD: Dec 5, 2006

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Hit and miss T & A comedy that will either seem very dated to some (usually those who either didn't grow up in the early 80's or didn't enjoy it) and nostalgic to others. Lots of games show up bringing back fond memories like Battle Zone, Defender and even Pooyan… More
Hit and miss T & A comedy that will either seem very dated to some (usually those who either didn't grow up in the early 80's or didn't enjoy it) and nostalgic to others. Lots of games show up bringing back fond memories like Battle Zone, Defender and even Pooyan which I had forgotten all about.