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Front Row Classics is proud to welcome Joanna Poitier to the podcast. Joanna is the widow of Sidney Poitier and recently compiled a book of her husband's greatest speeches. The speeches are originate from occasions ranging from awards shows, memorials, commencement ceremonies etc. Brandon and Joanna discuss the genesis of the book and how she decided which speeches to include.

"Sidney Poitier: The Great Speeches of an Icon Who Moved Us Forward" is available from Running Press wherever books are sold.

Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome filmmaker Kathryn Ferguson. Kathryn's new documentary, "Bogart: Life Comes in Flashes" showcases the film icon in an illuminating fashion. The feature-length documentary shows Bogart through the lens of the women in his life: his mother and the four women he married. Brandon and Kathryn discuss several of the revelations found in the documentary as well as the cooperation she found from the Humphrey Bogart estate.

"Bogart: Life Comes in Flashes" can be currently seen in select theaters and will be available streaming on-demand on December 9th.

Front Row Classics is happy to welcome back ,TCM host, Dave Karger. Dave will be sitting down with the legendary Carol Burnett every Sunday in December for "Sundays with Carol Burnett". Dave and Carol will present a series of classic films immediately followed by the hilarious spoof from "The Carol Burnett Show". Brandon and Dave preview the films being shown as well as some of Carol's insights into the legendary movie take-offs. You'll also hear Dave discuss the recent TCM Classic Cruise and some of his favorite holiday movie picks.

"Sundays with Carol Burnett" premieres tonight with Gone with the Wind at 8pm est/ 7pm central. It will be immediately followed by Carol's iconic "Went with the Wind" sketch.

Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome back Warner Bros. Discovery Library Historian, George Feltenstein. We're celebrating the 30th Anniversary of That's Entertainment Part 3. George was co-executive producer on the film and provides valuable memories of his time creating this labor of love. Brandon and George discuss his memories of attempting to get the film greenlit, assembling the footage and working with the legendary hosts. We discuss Gene Kelly's last moments before a movie camera, Lena Horne's emotional return to the MGM lot and Mickey Rooney's touching tribute to Judy Garland among others. We also preview the Warner Archive's recent blu-ray release of the 50th anniversary restoration of the first That's Entertainment film.

We're concluding our Noirvember celebration with a quintessential example of the genre. Brandon is joined by, friend of the podcast, Emmett Stanton to break down 1947's Out of the Past. The movie is still as fresh and stylish as it was nearly when it was released. Brandon and Emmett pay tribute to the taut direction by Jacques Tourneur whose use of light and shadow exemplify what noir is all about. The hosts also highlight the performance of the incomparable Robert Mitchum in a career-defining role. Both Brandon and Emmett agree that its Jane Greer who walks away with the film, however, as the ultimate femme fatale.

Front Row Classics continue Noirvember with a rare Technicolor film noir. We're taking a look at 1953's Niagara. Brandon welcomes Peter Martin for the first time to Front Row Classics. Peter teaches Cinema Studies and bring great perspective to this Marilyn Monroe led potboiler. Brandon and Peter discuss the exceptional performance of Monroe in one of her rare antagonistic turns on film. They also praise the performances of Joseph Cotten and Jean Peters. Discussion also includes the gorgeous location shooting, pristine technicolor and nimble direction by Henry Hathaway.

Front Row Classics ushers in Noirvember with Joan Crawford at Warner Brothers. We're taking a look at 1949's Flamingo Road. Brandon welcomes Nikki and Salina from the podcast, Sweet Tea and TV. The podcast focuses on how the South is portrayed in TV and film. The hosts take a look at the soapy, southern tone of the film along with the colorful cast of characters. We praise the towering presence of Crawford who carries an (at times) silly script in her own original way. Much of the conversation is dedicated to the highlight of the film being the amazing toxic chemistry of Joan Crawford and Sydney Greenstreet in one of cinema's most unlikely rivalries.

Front Row Classics welcomes back our friend Vanessa Ferguson and Brett Rutherford from Beyond the Mouse. The two hosts and Brandon are celebrating the 100th anniversary of MGM by taking a look at one of the greatest examples of the studio's unparalleled glamour. 1941's Ziegfeld Girl is a mammoth production illustrating what life was like for performers in the Ziegfeld Follies. The film features a star-studded cast with three great MGM stars at the center: Judy Garland, Lana Turner and Hedy Lamarr. The hosts discuss their various storylines along with the performances by Jimmy Stewart, Jackie Cooper, Tony Martin, Eve Arden and Edward Everett Horton

Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most beloved comedy classics from the 1940s. We're celebrating Preston Sturges' masterpiece, Sullivan's Travels. Brandon is joined by New York Times bestselling author, Morgan Matson, to break down this hilarious and heartwarming tribute to the art of comedy. Brandon and Morgan discuss the performances of Joel McCrea and Veronica Lake along with the regular Sturges stock company of character actors. They also mention why this film is one of the most important movie about the movies ever made.

Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most beloved comedies in film history. Brandon is joined by Christian Keys to celebrate 1982's Tootsie. Christian is Associate Producer for One Day to Love, a podcast hosted by actress Tonja Walker. He also happens to be a classic film aficionado. Brandon and Christian discuss how the film remains both fresh & funny as well as a time capsule of the early 80s. They praise the direction of Sydney Pollack and performances by the great ensemble cast including Dustin Hoffman, Jessica Lange, Bill Murray, Dabney Coleman and Charles Durning. We take the time to also pay tribute to the late Teri Garr.