Send us a text In this week’s episode we talk about the 1966 comedy classic The Ghost and Mr. Chicken. The film stars Don Knotts and is sure to make you laugh. We talk about the cast, plot, and whether this is Don Knotts’ best film. “Attaboy Luther.” Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this episode we do our best to narrow down the top 10 films of director Frank Capra. Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this episode we talk with film director Glenn Andriev about notable films from 1931. These were pre-code films that some of them completely went beyond what would be allowed in films a few years later. Glenn and I cover horror films, dramas, and comedies. We cover the original The Maltese Falcon too. Grab a seat and listen to the show. Be sure to check out Glenn’s films available through Vimeo. https://vimeo.com/glennandreiev/vod_pages Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this episode we re please to talk with entertainer Ginger Pauley about Peter Pan films. We concentrate heavily on the wonderful 1924 version starring Betty Bronson and Mary Brian. Ginger shares some Hollywood stories including meeting a descendant of Mary Brian. Ginger has worked on multiple movie sets and knows the business. Her passion for classic film is infectious and we appreciate having another terrific conversation with her. Be sure to like Ginger’s page...
Send us a text In this episode we talk about the 1939 classic Goodbye Mr. Chips with film historian and teacher Carrie Specht. Carrie rejoins the show to talk about the film in depth. Carrie introduced the film on TCM with Ben Mankiewicz and now she’ll share more thoughts on the show. We talk about the great performances and the production. We also talk a little about the musical remake three decades later. Enjoy! https://www.facebook.com/ClassicFilmFan/ Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this week’s podcast episode, we talk about the new release See How They Run. We review the comedy/mystery film and discuss the hope that we have to see more narrative films and not so much CGI. 🎥🎥🎬🎬 Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this episode we review the period comedy Licorice Pizza . We compare it to Boogie Nights. We also pay a small tribute to director Paul Thomas Anderson. Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this episode we we talk about the 1997 neo-noirish and star studded film Copland. We talk about the cast and the plot. We break down this true treat of a film. Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this episode we discuss Disney movies made from 1993-1994. We talk about some of the Touchstone films from the Disney subsidiary and the acquisition of Miramax. Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this podcast episode, we discuss five movies from the 1980s that could be classified as Neo-Noir. Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this episode we talk about the 1979 film The Frisco Kid. Screenwriter Michaels Elias wrote the screenplay and he was gracious to talk with us about it. In the candid interview, Michael Elias doesn’t hold back on his feelings about how his passion project finally turned out on the big screen. He talks about working with Gene Wilder and Harrison Ford. We also talk about his thoughts on director Robert Aldrich. Elias also wrote screenplays to comedy classics The Jerk a...
Send us a text In this bonus episode, we talk to actress Beege Barkette about her experience on The Frisch Kid. We talk about director Michael Aldrich, Gene Wilder and Harrison Ford. We also discuss the rest of Beege’s Hollywood experience. Beege Barkette has a new short film she’s involved with she wants people to see. We will post more about that when the time comes Meanwhile, check out her extensive IMBD spanning over 40 years. Hopefully you can find a good one to stream or order. http...
Send us a text In this episode we celebrate the career of the recently departed James Caan. We subjectively list the top 10 James Caan performances. We also pay tribute to two great character actors, Paul Sorvino and David Warner. Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this episode we explore the three films that Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz appeared in together. We also dig deeper in the film career of Lucy and how her star evolved into possibly the biggest name ever in television. Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this episode we talk about the various American adaptations of Zorro in the movies. Douglas Fairbanks, Tyrone Power, Guy Williams, George Hamilton, and Antonio Banderas all played Zorro. We also talk to silent film historian Tracey Goessel about why she thinks Douglas Fairbanks is the best Zorro. Please consider supporting The Biograph Project. Also, if you want to know everything about Douglas Fairbanks, order Tracey’s comprehensive book. https://books.g...
Send us a text In this episode we talk with film director Glenn Andreiev ably Mutiny on the Bounty. We discuss the four theatrical versions of the story. We place most of the conversation around the 1935 version starring Clark Gable and Charles Laughton. Be sure and check out Glenn Andreiev’s film library and consider viewing some. https://vimeo.com/glennandreiev/vod_pages Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this episode we talk about the film noir Scarlet Street starring Edward G. Robinson and Joan Bennett. It came out in 1945 and was directed by Fritz Lang. We also talk about the film made a year before by the same three people called The Woman in the Window. It was a very similar plot and style. We talk about the reason why Fritz Lang wanted to make such a similar film. Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this episode we talk with Laini Giles about silent film star Olive Thomas. Olive Thomas had promise to be a huge star of Hollywood until her sudden death of poisoning in 1920. Laini wrote a book called The Forgotten Flapper: A Novel of Olive Thomas. We break down the life and career of the beautiful and talented Olive Thomas and her sudden death. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25728453-the-forgotten-flapperYou Thanks for listening!
Send us a text In this episode we talk with author Jeremy Richey about the 2004 film Sideways. We break down scenes from the film, the characters, and storyline. We talk about the themes and what the film means nearly 20 years later. Be sure and listen to the bonus episodes where we interview Missy Doty and Lacey Rae. Both of these beautiful ladies talk about their experience making the film. Also be sure to check out Jeremy’s book entitled Sylvia Kristel: From Emanuelle to Chabrole. h...
Send us a text In this bonus episode we talk with actress Lacey Rae about her experience on the set of Sideways. We talk about her experience with director Alexander Payne and also the four leads. Lacey also opens up about the rest of her 20 year career in the business. Lacey has a new film coming out called 9 Ways to Hell. This will be available on Tubie soon. https://www.facebook.com/LaceyRaeOfficial http://www.laceyrae.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEsJ2J6kikBd0iAkF...