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In this episode, we talk with Spencer Parsons about the “Body Snatchers” movies. We compare and contrast the different versions. We talk about the casts, plots, and production of each. We also talk about what messages the directors might have been trying to tell us. 

For a real treat, we also had the opportunity to talk with Denny Zeitlin about the score he wrote for the 1978 version of the film. We talk with Denny about his experience on the set and his music. 

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In this episode, we invited Rich Shmelter back on the show. We asked him to name ten fun drive-in movies. We discuss everything from Zsa Zsa Gabor in space to monsters to beach girls. We talk about drive-in movies from the 50s to the 80s. Click and listen! 🎥🎥🎬🎬

Be sure to get a copy of Rich’s book related to our subject of this episode! Links below! 

https://www.bearmanormedia.com/products/beasts-bedlam-and-babes-paperback

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/212044520-beasts-bedlam-and-babes

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In this episode we go back to revisit the Oscar winners from 1948. Gentlemen’s Agreement won Best Picture. Ronald Colman and Loretta Young won in the acting categories. Did the right candidates win? Let’s discuss. Click and listen! 🎥🎥🎬🎬

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In this episode, we discuss the 19th Academy Awards. The Best Years of Our Lives won Best Picture. Were there other films that could have won instead? We also talk about the Best Actor and Best Actress categories. Did the Academy choose right? Let’s explore. Click and listen! 🎥🎥🎬🎬

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In this episode, we talk about the winners at the 18th Academy Awards. Billy Wilder’s The Lost Weekend won for Best Picture. Did that film deserve it? We talk about it and also the acting awards and decipher if the right people won those awards. Click and listen! 🎥🎥📽️📽️

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In this episode we talk with the host of Abbott and Costello Meet the Podcast. We asked Nick to name 12 “gateway” films to get people into classic comedy. We talks about Bud and Lou, Laurel and Hardy, and ten more. Nick also gives us an extra one on Abbott and Costello just to make it a baker’s dozen. 

Nick brings some laughter. He also brings some hot takes. 

Nick is a podcast host and an actor.  He also wrote a book with Matthew Coniam with tons of info on Abbott and Costello. Look for the links below. Click on the Cinema Chat link for lots of fun and laughs. 

https://youtube.com/@nsm555?si=VhgA8bJjLc15rOjo

https://www.amazon.com/Annotated-Abbott-Costello-Complete-Viewers/dp/1476682445

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In this episode, we explore the 1929 silent film Pandora’s Box. We talk about the plot and production of this amazing film. We also talk about the impact that Louise Brooks had on film for not only at the time but for decades after. Click and listen! 🎥🎥🎬🎬

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In this fun episode, we finalize our rankings of the Disney animated feature films. We start with #50 all the way to what we believe is #1. Now… on with the countdown. 🎥🎥🎬🎬

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In this episode, we begin our ranking of the Disney animated films. We start from the bottom and work our way up through up to #51. Click and listen! 🎥🎥🎬🎬

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In this episode, we talk with one of our favorite guests, Ginger Pauley. We talk with Ginger about the 2001 film Amélie starring Audrey Tautou. We break down the themes, plot, and production of this beloved modern classic. Click to listen! 🎥🎥🎬🎬

Ginger Pauley is an actress with credits in big Hollywood films and also is the leader of the music band Ginger and the Hoosier Daddy’s  Check out her and YouTube link!

https://youtube.com/@gingerpauley1?si=wQQ5tQKDncB8cHC9

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1371681/

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