From The Archive

Toes Tell (1969)

Encyclopedia Britannica
An odd short involving a young girl’s feet and various textures she encounters. This is when Encyclopedia Britannica shed their stodgy dull approach to educational films and starting getting hip – if not weird. Made by the same director who did “Fantasy of Feet” and “Whose Shoes?”.

This film is available on the Schooladelic DVD-R

From The Archive

Shake Hands With Danger (1980)

An excellent safety film made for repairmen of heavy equipment. Safety film for heavy equipment operators that was commissioned by the construction equipment manufacturer. Reminding workers to follow procedures and stay alert, Shake Hands with Danger features simulated accidents and a memorable title song. NOTE: “Herk” Harvey directed the independent horror film Carnival of Souls. Music by Jim Stringer.

This film is available on the A/V Geeks Greatest Hits DVD-R

From The Archive

Schoolhouse Scandal

Given the current outrage against the extracurricular shenanigans taking place in our hallowed halls of learning, you’d think that kids have truly gone wild. But the A/V Geeks have picked school films from our past that show students have always looked beyond the Three Rs in school! Also all of the films were made by Kansas-based Centron Films. Films include – The Bully, The Outsider, The Show-Off, What About Prejudice?, Dance Little Children and more!

From The Archive

Youth Suicide Fantasy – Does Their Music Make Them Do It?

A 1980s Christian investigative report linking rock music and suicide. Lots of criticism of Boy George, AC/DC, Mick Jagger, transvestites, drugs, sex, satanism, etc. Many great moments, especially their description of the time they tried to shut down a Prince concert.

From The Archive

Bus Nut – Extreme Bus Adventure 2

Witness the insanity of the films shown on the second Alamo-sponsored Extreme School Bus Adventure. Films featured – Bus Nut, Panic Factor, Ol’ #23, Rescue Man and the much requested, infamous Death Zones.

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When Mascots Attack!

Given the success of Smokey the Bear and Woodsey the Owl, a whole army of z-grade mascots appeared on the school film scene. The AV Geeks are happy to present some of the most ill-conceived they’ve found committed to film. Films include: Roscue’s Rules, Soapy the Germ Fighter, Let’s Find Something Better To Do, Snuffy’s Fire Brigade, Safety – Harm Hides At Home and Duck and Cover.