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Film Historians Julie Kirgo and Alan K Rode join the podcast to traverse the dusty trails and moral complexities of the timeless Western "High Noon."  The new 4K UHD release from Kino Lorber is highlighted by their new  audio commentaries and we get a preview of their insights into what makes this film so enduring.  Along the way we explore screenwriter Carl Foreman and the Hollywood Blacklist, why Gary Cooper was the right choice for the part of Marshall Will Kane, Katie Jurado's portrayal as a strong, independent Mexican woman, Fred Zinnemann's direction, Floyd Crosby's cinematography, Dimitri Tiomkin's score, and the wealth of character actors that fill out the movie. 

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HIGH NOON 4KUHD
HIGH NOON BLU-RAY
HIGH NOON: The Hollywood Blacklist and the Making of an American Classic - Book

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In this short Bonus episode, we catch up with Arnold Leibovit, the producer behind the restored Puppetoon series.  We discuss his recent Rondo Hatten award for the Best Blu-ray Collection.  And then he provides background on the upcoming Flights of Fantasy event at LA's Regency Village Theater, where Arnold promises an evening of restored cinematic wonders. Expect a 4K spectacle with "War of the Worlds," a vibrant array of Puppetoons, and a heartfelt nod to Ann Robinson's legacy, with the potential for surprise guests and Joe Dante's celebrated presence to add to the evening’s luster. We wrap up with a sneak peek at "Puppetunes Volume Four," which promises to continue the great preservation work of the previous volumes.

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Hear directly from George Feltenstein as he announces the Warner Archive's June Blu-ray releases, ranging from a long-requested Alfred Hitchcock film to a 1990 TV series.  George provides background on each film or TV series, the new HD master, and all of the extras that are included.  And he always drops some knowledge about what is being worked on for the future. There is no better way to learn about what is on the Warner Archive schedule than to hear directly from George.

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We're peeling back the curtain on Warner Archive's March releases, with a special nod to the unexpected Blu-ray revival of the classic TV Western "Colt .45."  Next we review the John Ford and John Wayne western "3 Godfathers" (1948) and its redemption story for the outlaws.  Three modern classics are next, with the timely "The Little Drummer Girl," (1984), the inspiring "Stand and Deliver," (1988), and the action-comedy "Money Talks" (1997).  We jump back to the 1920s  with a review of the delightful silent double feature "The Boob/Why Be Good" and a hint at future silent film releases. We wrap up with director Raoul Walsh's "They Drive By Night" (1940), which is loaded with terrific performances by classic Hollywood favorites George Raft, Humphrey Bogart, Ann Sheridan, and Ida Lupino. We provide a review of each film,  the restoration, and all of the extras to help you decide if you want to add it to your physical media collection.

Purchase links:
COLT .45 (1957-1960) THE COMPLETE SERIES Blu-ray
3 GODFATHERS (1948)  Blu-ray
THEY DRIVE BY NIGHT (1940)  Blu-ray
THE BOOB and WHY BE GOOD? (1926/29) Blu-ray
STAND AND DELIVER (1988) Blu-ray
MONEY TALKS (1997) Blu-ray
THE LITTLE DRUMMER GIRL (1984) Blu-ray

If you pre-ordered the MONEY TALKS Blu-ray you may have received a disc with 2.0 instead of 5.1 audio. If that is you, send an email to the following address to request a replacement disc:  [email protected]

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Scott McGee is TCM's Senior Director of Original Productions and co-programmer of the TCM Classic Film Festival.  He joins the podcast to talk about the 30th anniversary of TCM and how the network is celebrating this milestone event through short documentary videos and on-air programming.  He also previews the 15th TCM Classic Film Festival.  This year's theme is "Most Wanted: Crime and Justice in Film" and Scott
highlights some of the films and stars that will attend.  We also discuss the films that are programmed for the 100th-anniversary celebrations of both Columbia Pictures and MGM Studios.  If you plan on attending the festival, this is a great preview of what you can expect.  If you can't attend, you'll still enjoy our celebration of TCM's 30th anniversary and the network's continued mission to preserve and celebrate classic cinema.

Link to video:  The Beginning of a Beautiful Friendship: 30 Years of TCM
TCM Classic Film Festival website with ticket and programming information
TCM Website

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Animation historians Jerry Beck and George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive  join the podcast to discuss the LOONEY TUNES COLLECTOR’S CHOICE VOL 3 Blu-ray, which released on March 10, 2024. We talk about the selection process, discuss a few key restorations, and preview some of the 25 cartoons to give you an idea of what you can expect.  Cartoons discussed in detail in the podcast include "Honeymoon Hotel," "Mr. and Mrs. Is the Name," "Cinderella Meets Fella," "Pre-Hysterical Hare," "Riff Raffy Daffy," "War and Pieces," Wet Hare," "Mexican Joyride," and more. If you’re a fan of Looney Tunes or Warner Bros. Animation, this is one episode you don’t want to miss.
Note: Hare-Breadth Hurry is on LTCC Vol. 2

Support more Looney Tunes Collector's Choice releases by purchasing Volume 3 right away!
Available on Amazon:
LOONEY TUNES COLLECTOR’S CHOICE VOL 3 Blu-ray
Also available:
LOONEY TUNES COLLECTOR’S CHOICE VOL 2 Blu-ray
LOONEY TUNES COLLECTOR’S CHOICE VOL 1 Blu-ray 

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This Warner Archive 15th Anniversary BONUS episode is chocked full of listener calls of appreciation for George Feltenstein and the Warner Archive. Each story shared in this episode is a thread in the rich tapestry of our collective film heritage—a heritage that Warner Archive has been meticulously weaving for 15 years, bringing joy, inspiration, and a sense of community to movie buffs everywhere.

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George Feltenstein joins the podcast for a brief update to the Warner Archive April release schedule. Three films -  'Friendly Persuasion,' 'The Nun's Story,' and 'You're a Big Boy Now' are now moving from April 30th to a May 14th release. The other three titles - 'The Mask of Fu Manchu,' "The Rain People,' and the 'Scooby-Doo Zombie Island' double feature will still be released on April 30th.  George also announces the unexpected treat of 'Devil's Doorway' arriving ahead of schedule on April 30th, and he provides background on the film, the restoration, and the extras that are included.

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George Feltenstein joins the podcast for a celebration of the 15th anniversary of the Warner Archive.  George retraces the early history and honors several Warner Bros executives who initiated the concept and development of WAC.   He recalls the launch event on March 23, 2009 with Debbie Reynolds.  And he shares his gratitude for the devoted fans who have championed Warner Archive's mission, propelling it from a fledgling DVD on-demand service to an industry leader revered for its Blu-ray collections and commitment to restoration excellence.

We then end the podcast with some of the many heartfelt phone calls left by Warner Archive devotees sharing what the archive means to them, and their appreciation of George Feltenstein and the staff at the Warner Archive.

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Hear directly from George Feltenstein as he announces the Warner Archive's six April Blu-ray releases, ranging from a long-requested 1932 pre-code horror film to a 2019 animated film.  George provides background on each film, the new HD master, and all of the extras that are included.  And he always drops some knowledge about what is being worked on for the future. And for Hanna-Barbera and classic horror fans, George drops a hint about future releases you’re going to want to hear. There is no better way to learn about what is on the Warner Archive schedule than to hear directly from George.

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