The Classic Film Club

The Classic Film Club

By Richard Kuipers & Friends

We love the classic films. And the classic film stars. But which ones hold up and which ones should be avoided? We revisit and re-rate the classics and invite you to join our community in Facebook....... more
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  1. Number 1: Gun Crazy - Love, Obsession, and the Noir Revolution

    In this episode of the Classic Film Club, we take a thrilling plunge into the world of post-war film noir with the groundbreaking classic *Gun Crazy* (1950). Join host Brian as he unpacks the electrifying story of Bart Tare, a young man whose childhood fascination with firearms spirals into a passionate yet destructive relationship with carnival sharpshooter Laurie Starr. Discover how their intense chemistry propels them into a life of crime, driven by love, obsession, and a thirst for excitement. We delve into the film's revolutionary technical achievements, including the iconic bank robbery sequence shot in a single unedited take, and explore director Joseph H. Lewis's innovative visual style that enhances the narrative's emotional depth. The episode highlights the powerful performances of Peggy Cummins and John Dall, and the hidden history of the screenplay co-written by blacklisted writer Dalton Trumbo, adding layers of defiance to this tale of outsiders. As we analyze *Gun Crazy*'s lasting impact on cinema, particularly its influence on later films like *Bonnie and Clyde*, we also reflect on its themes of love, obsession, and the costs of passion. Does this classic still resonate with modern audiences? Tune in to find out, and share your thoughts on whether *Gun Crazy* holds up in today's cinematic landscape.For more, visit our website at https://bitesz.com/podcast/the-classic-film-club-revisited-re-rated and join the conversation on Spotify, YouTubeMusic, and Facebook. Don't forget to subscribe for more cinematic journeys!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-classic-film-club--4614300/support.

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  2. Number 2: Gone With the Wind

    The Classic Film ClubWith Richard KuipersSeries 01 Episode 04The classic films revisited and re-rated...as seen through today’s eyes.Gone With The Wind (1939) (Drama, History, Romance) A manipulative woman and a roguish man conduct a turbulent romance during the American Civil War and Reconstruction periods.Directors: Victor Fleming, George Cukor (uncredited) Writers: Margaret Mitchell (story of the old south "Gone with the Wind"), Sidney Howard (screenplay)Stars: Clark Gable, Vivien Leigh, Thomas Mitchell - (IMDb)Australian ClassicJedda (Drama) (1955)Set against the harsh natural surrounds of outback Northern Territory, Jedda captures a rare and honest glimpse into the heart and history of indigenous Australia. Young Jedda is caught between two cultures forbidden from learning about her indigenous heritage and never fully accepted by the other. - (IMDb)Blaxploitation Movies (1970s)Blaxploitation was just as the title suggests exploitation films about the gritty and occasionally glamorous side of African-American life.- (IMDb)Pam GreerPam Grier was born in Winston-Salem, NC, one of four children of Gwendolyn Sylvia (Samuels), a nurse, and Clarence Ransom Grier Jr., an Air Force mechanic. Pam has been a major African-American star from the early 1970s. Her career started in 1971, when Roger Corman of New World Pictures launched her with The Big Doll House (1971), about a women's penitentiary, and The Big Bird Cage (1972). Her strong role put her into a five-year contract with Samuel Z. Arkoff of American-International Pictures, and she became a leading lady in action films such as Jack Hill's Coffy (1973) and Foxy Brown (1974), the comic strip character Friday Foster (1975) and William Girdler's 'Sheba, Baby' (1975). She continued working with American-International, where she portrayed William Marshall's vampire victim in the Blacula (1972) sequel, Scream Blacula Scream (1973). - (IMDb)https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000427/bio?ref_=nm_ov_bio_sm Stream podcast episodes on demand from https://theclassicfilmclub.com (mobile friendly). The Classic Film Club RSS feed: https://rss.acast.com/the-classic-film-club Subscribe, rate and review The Classic Film Club podcast at all good podcatcher apps, including Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, PocketCasts, CastBox.FM, Podbean, Spreaker, etc.For more, join the Classic Film Club Facebook group and meet up with fellow film enthusiasts from around the globe. Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/711768422887685 Twitter - @tcfcpodcst YouTube Channel: The Classic Film Club If you're enjoying The Classic Film Club, please share and tell your friends. Your support would be appreciated...thank you. #classicfilms #classiccinema #movies #cinema #entertainment #podcast #reviews #tcfc See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-classic-film-club--4614300/support.

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  3. Number 3: Hitchcock

    Alfred Hitchcock (Director, Producer, Actor) BornAugust 13, 1899 in Leytonstone, London, England, UKDiedApril 29, 1980 in Bel Air, Los Angeles, California, USA (renal failure)Birth NameAlfred Joseph HitchcockNicknamesHitchThe Master of SuspenseHeight5' 9" (1.75 m)Alfred Joseph Hitchcock was born in Leytonstone, Essex, England. He was the son of Emma Jane (Whelan; 1863 - 1942) and East End greengrocer William Hitchcock (1862 - 1914). His parents were both of half English and half Irish ancestry. He had two older siblings, William Hitchcock (born 1890) and Eileen Hitchcock (born 1892). Raised as a strict Catholic and attending Saint Ignatius College, a school run by Jesuits, Hitch had very much of a regular upbringing. His first job outside of the family business was in 1915 as an estimator for the Henley Telegraph and Cable Company. His interest in movies began at around this time, frequently visiting the cinema and reading US trade journals.. - (IMDb)https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000033/bio?ref_=nm_ov_bio_smDiscovery SpotWinter Kills (Comedy, Drama, Mystery) (1979)The Pickering Commission concluded that a lone gunman killed U.S. President Timothy Kegan (John Warner) in 1960, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Nineteen years later a dying man confesses to being the real shooter hired to kill him. Kegan's brother and filthy rich father investigate. Director: William RichertWriters: Richard Condon (book), William Richert (written for the screen)Stars: Jeff Bridges, John Huston, Anthony Perkins - (IMDb)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080139/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Trash & Treasure CornerNext of Kin (Horror, Mystery) (1982)In a rest home for elderly people, a daughter reads her mother's diary. Soon events that are mentioned in the mother's diary begin to happen to the daughter.Director: Tony WilliamsWriters: Michael Heath (screenplay), Tony Williams (screenplay)Stars: Jacki Kerin, John Jarratt, Alex Scott - (IMDb)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084408/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_4Stream podcast episodes on demand from https://theclassicfilmclub.com (mobile friendly). The Classic Film Club RSS feed: https://rss.acast.com/the-classic-film-club Subscribe, rate and review The Classic Film Club podcast at all good podcatcher apps, including Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, PocketCasts, CastBox.FM, Podbean, Spreaker, etc.For more, join the Classic Film Club Facebook group and meet up with fellow film enthusiasts from around the globe. Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/711768422887685 Twitter - @tcfcpodcst YouTube Channel: The Classic Film Club If you're enjoying The Classic Film Club, please share and tell your friends. Your support would be appreciated...thank you. #classicfilms #classiccinema #movies #cinema #entertainment #podcast #reviews #tcfc #hitchcock #alfredhitchcock See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-classic-film-club--4614300/support.

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  4. Number 4: Marilyn

    Marilyn Monroe (Actress, Icon) Born: June 1, 1926 in Los Angeles, California, USADied: August 5, 1962 in Los Angeles, California, USA (drug overdose)Birth Name: Norma Jeane MortensonNicknames: The Blonde Bombshell, MMHeight: 5' 6" (1.68 m)Marilyn Monroe was an American actress, comedienne, singer, and model. She became one of the world's most enduring iconic figures and is remembered both for her winsome embodiment of the Hollywood sex symbol and her tragic personal and professional struggles within the film industry. Her life and death are still the subjects of much controversy and speculation. She was born Norma Jeane Mortenson at the Los Angeles County Hospital on June 1, 1926. Her mother Gladys Pearl Baker was a film-cutter at Consolidated Film Industries. Marilyn's father's identity was never known. Because Gladys was mentally and financially unable to care for young Marilyn, Gladys placed her in the care of a foster family, The Bolenders. - (IMDb)https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000054/bio?ref_=nm_ov_bio_smDiscovery SpotDetour (Crime, Drama, Film Noir) (1946)Chance events trap hitch-hiker Al Roberts in a tightening net of film noir trouble.Director: Edgar G. UlmerWriters: Martin Goldsmith (screenplay), Martin Goldsmith (original story)Stars: Tom Neal, Ann Savage, Claudia Drake - (IMDb)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0037638/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Trash & Treasure CornerCarnival of Souls (Horror, Mystery) (1962)After a traumatic accident, a woman becomes drawn to a mysterious abandoned carnival.Director: Herk HarveyWriter: John Clifford (written)Stars: Candace Hilligoss, Frances Feist, Sidney Berger - (IMDb)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0055830/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0The Classic Film Club RSS feed: https://rss.acast.com/the-classic-film-club Stream podcast episodes on demand from https://theclassicfilmclub.com (mobile friendly). Subscribe, rate and review The Classic Film Club podcast at all good podcatcher apps, including Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, PocketCasts, CastBox.FM, Podbean, Spreaker, etc.For more, join the Classic Film Club Facebook group and meet up with fellow film enthusiasts from around the globe. Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/711768422887685 Twitter - @tcfcpodcst YouTube Channel: Coming soon If you're enjoying The Classic Film Club, please share and tell your friends. Your support would be appreciated...thank you. #classicfilms #classiccinema #movies #cinema #entertainment #podcast #reviews #tcfc See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-classic-film-club--4614300/support.

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  5. Number 5: Citizen Kane (Drama, Mystery)

    Citizen Kane (Drama, Mystery) (1941)Following the death of publishing tycoon Charles Foster Kane, reporters scramble to uncover the meaning of his final utterance; 'Rosebud'.Director: Orson WellesWriters: Herman J. Mankiewicz (original screenplay), Orson Welles (original screenplay)Stars: Orson Welles, Joseph Cotten, Dorothy Comingore - (IMDb)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0033467/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Discovery SpotIf… (Crime, Drama) (1968)In this allegorical story, a revolution led by pupil Mick Travis takes place at an old established private school in England.Director: Lindsay AndersonWriters: David Sherwin (screenplay), David Sherwin (original script: "Crusaders") Stars: Malcolm McDowell, David Wood, Richard Warwick - (IMDb)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0063850/?ref_=nm_flmg_act_261 Trash & Treasure CornerThe Stuff (Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi)A delicious, mysterious goo that oozes from the earth is marketed as the newest dessert sensation, but the tasty treat rots more than teeth when zombie-like snackers who only want to consume more of the strange substance at any cost begin infesting the world.Director: Larry CohenWriter: Larry CohenStars: Michael Moriarty, Andrea Marcovicci, Garrett Morris - (IMDb)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090094/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 The Classic Film Club RSS feed: https://rss.acast.com/the-classic-film-club Stream podcast episodes on demand from https://theclassicfilmclub.com (mobile friendly). Subscribe, rate and review The Classic Film Club podcast at all good podcatcher apps, including Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, PocketCasts, CastBox.FM, Podbean, Spreaker, etc.For more, join the Classic Film Club Facebook group and meet up with fellow film enthusiasts from around the globe. Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/711768422887685 Twitter - @tcfcpodcst YouTube Channel: Coming soon If you're enjoying The Classic Film Club, please share and tell your friends. Your support would be appreciated...thank you. #classicfilms #classiccinema #movies #cinema #entertainment #podcast #reviews #tcfc See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-classic-film-club--4614300/support.

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