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Warner Bros George Feltenstein and author Alan K. Rode lead us in a nostalgic discussion of the legacy of "Casablanca."

Our discussion begins with a personal look at the impact this film has had on each of our guests over the years.  Then Alan K. Rode, author of "Michael Curtiz: A Life in Film" takes us on a review of the origins of the film, including the purchase of the unpublished play "Everybody Comes to Rick's"  by producer Hal Wallis.  The discussion continues with insights into the various writers, the direction of Michael Curtiz, and the relationship between Hal Wallis and studio head Jack Warner.  George Feltenstein also details some of the remastering work done on the picture and sound for the new 4K release.  Our discussion finishes with a review of the music and the score by Max Steiner, and a detailed look at the impact of the film on the legacies of director Michael Curtiz and actors Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman.

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