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Join Front Row Classics for a special bonus episode this week. We're joining forces with Beyond the Mouse to bring you a special conversation with the legendary, Lesley Ann Warren. From Broadway to movies to TV, Lesley has worked with some of the most influential people of the 20th century. Brett Rutherford joins Brandon as they listen to fascinating stories from this amazing career.

Front Row Classics welcomes author, critic and essayist, Kristen Lopez. Brandon and Kristen discuss her new book, "But Have You Read the Book?: 52 Literary Gems That Inspired Our Favorite Films". The book is a helpful guide both readers and cinephiles to programs their own book club or film festival. Films covered in the conversation range from Golden Age gems like The Thin Man & Rebecca to more modern classics like The Princess Bride and Jurassic Park.

"But Have You Read the Book?: 52 Literary Gems That Inspired Our Favorite Films" is available from Turner Classic Movies and Running Press wherever books are sold.

Kristen Lopez is a pop culture essayist and TV editor for IndieWire. She has worked as an entertainment journalist for over 15 years, with her articles appearing at Variety, MTV, TCM, and Roger Ebert. A California native, Kristen was raised in a small suburb near Sacramento and graduated with a Masters in English from California State University, Sacramento. She is the creator of the classic film podcast, Ticklish Business. Based in Los Angeles, she enjoys reading and finding Old Hollywood connections in her neighborhood in her free time. But Have You Read the Book? is her first book.

Front Row Classics celebrates the 100th birthday of Warner Brothers with one of the best films to ever come out of the studio. Emmett Stanton and Jay Hoffman join Brandon to discuss 1948's, The Treasure of the Sierra Madre. The hosts discuss the themes of greed and paranoia beautifully told in John Huston's uncompromising masterpiece. They also pay tribute to the unforgettable performances of Humphrey Bogart and Walter Huston. Topics also include the groundbreaking location shooting, the mystery surrounding the original novel and a certain iconic line about "stinking badges".

Front Row Classics celebrates one of the most critically acclaimed movies of all time. We're taking a look at Martin Scorsese's 1980 film, Raging Bull. Brandon is joined by Noah Henry and Guilty Pleasure's Lou Hare. The three hosts discuss the career defining performance of Robert DeNiro as real-life boxer, Jake LaMotta. They also pay tribute to Scorsese's approach of subverting all expectations of a typical boxing movie.

Front Row Classics celebrates the teaming of Rock Hudson and Doris Day in their signature romantic comedy, Pillow Talk. Brandon is joined by Erin McCabe from Front Row Flashbacks this week. The two hosts discuss the undeniable chemistry between the two leads along with the quirky supporting cast. They also touch upon the gender politics that permeate throughout the film. Topics also include the unique and colorful aesthetic created by the set designers and cinematographers.

Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome back celebrated author and historian, Joseph McBride. Brandon and Joe discuss his recent critical study of the career of Billy Wilder. "Billy Wilder: Dancing on the Edge" is a comprehensive look at the filmography of one of Hollywood's most celebrated writer/directors. Brandon and Joe discuss Wilder's origins along with some of his most famous and not-so-famous works.

"Billy Wilder: Dancing on the Edge" is available wherever books are sold from Columbia University Press.