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In this episode, we talk with Timothy Lefler about his second book about silent film legend Mabel Normand. We have a lively conversation about the films, life, loves, controversies, and untimely death of one of Hollywood’s earliest stars. Charlie Chaplin, Fatty Arbuckle, Mack Sennett, Samuel Goldwyn, and Hal Roach all enter in the conversation. Click and listen!

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In this episode we talk about the 2007 action film Shoot ‘Em Up. We discuss the characters, the plot (yes, there was one), and the tongue in cheek nature of it. We also talk about the 80s films that inspired it and similar films made around the same time. Click and listen! 🎬🎬🎥👍

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In this episode, we are joined by filmmaker Shaun Rose to talk about the 1962 thriller Cape Fear. We discuss the plot, themes, and characters of the film. We talk about the extremely convincing performance of Robert Mitchum. We also of course discuss the Martin Scorsese remake from 1991.

Be sure to check out Shaun’s YouTube channel!

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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.

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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.


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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. 

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In this bonus episode, we talk to  actress Missy Doty about her experience on the Sideways film set. We talk about her experience director Alexander Payne and actor Paul Giamatti, Thomas Haden Church, and M.C. Gainey.

We also talk with Missy about her long IMBD list and how she got in the business.

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In this episode we talk with Joe Shooman about the Baz Luhrmann  film, Elvis.  Joe wrote a book entitled An A to Z of Elvis and we talk about that. We also discuss the Elvis Presley filmography and music career. We also have a lively discussion about Elvis’ infamous manager, Colonel Tom Parker.

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In this episode we talk about my ten most disappointing films I saw at the movie theater. Not necessarily the worst movies ever, but the ten that made me sad compared to what I had n

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In this episode we talk about things going on at Disney from 1990 to 1992. We talk about The Disney Channel, the Disney theme parks, and the films that came out during those years. We put emphasis on the huge hit animated feature, Aladdin. 

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In this episode we talk about five movies from the 1980s (well one is from the 90s) that all made less than $20 million but are terrific films. If you haven’t seen them, seek them all out.  We talk about the plots and players of the films and why you should see them. 

1. Savannah Smiles 
2. The King of Comedy
3. After Hours 
4. Into the Night 
5. Brain Donors

Listen to the podcast and then plan some movie watching to see these. 

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In this episode we discuss five neo-noir films from the 1970s that deserve a watch or a rewatch from everyone. 

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In this episode we talk about the classic thriller Wait Until Dark. We talk about the stars, characters, plot, and production. 

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In this episode we talk about the classic Academy Award winning film The Bridge on the River Kwai.  We talk about the production, the actors, and particularly the wonderful cinematography. 

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In this episode we list the top 10 films directed by legend John Huston (according to your humble host). 

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In this episode we welcome frequent guest Glenn Andreiev. We discuss the 1931 thriller M starring Peter Lorre. We talk about the quiet brilliance of the director Fritz Lang. We talk about the great Peter Lorre. We also talk about how 1931 brought the world so many great films. 

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In this episode we talk with silent film expert Jessica Wahl about the beautiful, talented, but yet nearly forgotten Betty Compson. We talk about the life and career of one of the few actresses to shine in silent films as well as talkies. Click and listen to the story of this unusually talented actress. 🎥🎥🎬🎬

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Here is another bonus episode. We review the new Eddie Murphy film, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F. No spoilers. 🎥🎬

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In this episode we talk about two recent Woody Allen films: Blue Jasmine and Midnight in Paris. The two films have very little in common but for the troubled director not being the main actor in them. 

We do take some time to review the brilliance of Cate Blanchett and the pure fun of Midnight in Paris. 🎥🎥🎬🎬

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In this episode we talk about the 1992 Clint Eastwood revisionist western Unforgiven. We talk about the plot, the characters, and explore the varied narratives of this Oscar winning gem. 🎬🎬🎥🎥

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In this episode we explore what Disney did between 1986-1989. Michael Eisner took over the company and struggled at first. However, shrinking kids  a mermaid movie, and discovering a way to distribute adult oriented films  helped prop Disney back up at heights not reached since the death of Walt Disney. Have a listen. 🎥🎥🎬🎬

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In this episode we discuss 20 films that deserved to win Best Picture at the Oscars. 10 of them actually indeed won and we affirm those. 10 of them did NOT win and we make the case. 

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In this episode we talk with Jeremy Richey about his upcoming book titled, Sylvia Kristel From Emanuelle to Chabrol. We talk about the life, loves,  career, and sad death of the the Dutch actress. Jeremy sheds light on the ups and downs of Sylvia Kristel and movies she might have been cast in as well.


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In this episode we talk with Chris Korman, son of Harvey Korman. We talk about Harvey’s career and what life was like being raised by a Hollywood legend. Chris was nice enough to spend lots of time sharing stories about Carol Burnett, Mel Brooks, and many other famous people. We also talk about a touching book that Chris wrote about growing up with his father. This is a lovely conversation and I hope you enjoy after clicking on it.



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In this episode we talk about the comedy team of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello. We visit with Chris Costello, the lovely daughter of the great Lou Costello.  We talk about life with Lou, his relationship to partner Bud Abbott. We also highlight some of their films. Please click on the picture and you’ll hear the podcast. 🎬🎬


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In this episode we talk with Eddie Muller-yes that Eddie Muller, about the 1946 film noir The Postman Always Rings Twice.  TCM’s Czar of Noir talks about the cast and plot of the MGM classic. We talk a little about Noir in general and how Eddie Muller got interested in the genre as well. We’re grateful of the opportunity to pick the brain of the great Eddie Muller. Enjoy. 🎥🎥🎬🎬

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We are celebrating our 200th episode. We revisit some of our best shows and interviews. Have a listen!

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In this week’s podcast episode, we talk with Ben Model about silent films. Ben is a college instructor, as well as a composer of scores for silent films. Ben will be at the Kansas Silent Film Festival February 24-26 in Topeka, Kansas.

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This episode is somewhat of a bonus. It was recorded in 2021 and somehow the recording got lost. We are now going to upload the episode for the first time and just call it a bonus episode. 

We talk about the Bad News Bears from 1976 starring Walter Matthau and Tatum O’Neal. We also talk about the the regrettable sequels. We also touch on the 2005 remake. starring Billy Bob Thornton. 

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This is an episode that was accidentally deleted. It was from 2020. We talked to Liane Curtis about her experiences on the Sixteen Candles set.  Lively and fun conversation with some juicy stuff coming from Liane. Enjoy. 

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In this episode we select the top 10 films of classic film director Sam Wood.

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In this episode we talk with film enthusiast Nicole Newcomb about the 1932 Academy Award winning Grand Hotel. We talk about the production, the stars, and have a few laughs .

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In this episode we talk with author/artist Gary Golio about his book Smile. It’s about relating children to Charlie Chaplin movies. 

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We lost three legends recently. The show pays tribute to the lives and careers of Betty White, Peter Bogdanovich, and Sidney Poitier. 

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In this episode we talk about five new releases: Being the Ricardos, Nightmare Alley, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Don’t Look Up, and House of Gucci. We rate the films and talk about the theater experience again. 

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In this episode we talk about the hidden gem Breakdown starring Kurt Russell. In it, his wife (Kathleen Quinlan) is kidnapped by a group of rednecks. We talk about the plot, the characters, the cast. We especially acknowledge the greatness of the late JT Walsh. He’s fabulous in this one. Listen and enjoy. No spoilers. 

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In this episode we talk about the first Christmas films. You might be surprised to discover they go back to 1898. Have a listen. 

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Here is a top 20 list of the best Christmas movies over the last two decades. 

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In this episode, we talk about the three major Academy Award winners in 1934. We revisit and decide 90 years later if they got it right. Cavalcade won for Most Outstanding Production. Charles Laughton won Best Actor. Katherine Hepburn won Best Actress.

Click and listen to your host’s opinion on if the right choices were made. 🎥🎥🎬🎬

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In this episode we talk about the 1983 classic A Christmas Story. We talk about Jean Shepherd, the creator and narrator of the film. We talk about the cast and characters and conduct a where are they now? Merry Christmas. Enjoy. 

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In this episode we talk with director David Wechter about the 1980 Disney film Midnight Madness. We talk about working with Michael J. Fox, Paul Reubens, and Stephen Furst. David talks about dealing with studio head Ron Miller. We also talk about how the film is a departure from traditional Disney movies and why Disney decided not to promote it. It eventually became a huge cult film with airplay on HBO.

David is a super nice man and he is a wealth of information. Don’t miss this episode. 

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In this episode we talk about the huge changes Disney went through in the first half of the 1980’s. The films would be a different flavor.  There is a management change. We also talk about the opening of EPCOT Center in Florida. We also talk about the launch of the Disney Channel. 

Be sure to check out the accompanying episode where we talked with Director David Wechter about his experience on the 1980 Disney film Midnight Madness. 

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