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    Classic Movie Musts

    Classic Movie Musts is a weekly movie podcast that aims to provide artistic and historical context to classic films. Classic Movie Musts is hosted by Max Baril. New episodes release every Friday. Follow @moviemustspod / @maxbarilpods / www.classicmoviemusts.com

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    Archive: Max's Movie Musts Ep. 6 Jun 28, 2022

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    There's Always Tomorrow (1955) w/ special guest Ted Walch Jun 24, 2022

    In this episode we examine Douglas Sirk's There's Always Tomorrow (1955)

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    Archive: The Razor's Edge (1946) Jun 21, 2022

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    All I Desire (1953) w/ special guest Ted Walch Jun 17, 2022

    In this episode we examine Douglas Sirk's All I Desire (1953)

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    Archive: The Wolf Of Wallstreet (2013) Jun 14, 2022

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    Cluny Brown (1946) w/ special guest Ted Walch Jun 10, 2022

    In this episode we examine Ernst Lubitsch's Cluny Brown (1946).

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    Archive: Max's Movie Musts Ep. 7 Jun 07, 2022

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    Baby Doll (1956) w/ special guest Ted Walch Jun 03, 2022

    In this episode we examine Elia Kazan's Baby Doll (1956)

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    Archive: A Star Is Born (1937) w/ special guest William Wellman Jr. May 31, 2022

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    Brief Encounter (1945) w/ special guest Ted Walch May 27, 2022

    In this episode we examine David Lean's Brief Encounter (1945)

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    Archive: Arrival (2016) May 24, 2022

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    Ace In The Hole (1951) w/ special guest Mike Merritt May 20, 2022

    In this episode Max is joined by Ted Walch and Mike Merritt to discuss Billy Wilder's Ace in the Hole (1951).

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    Archive: Max's Movie Musts Ep. 8 May 17, 2022

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    Design For Living (1933) w/ special guest Ted Walch May 13, 2022

    In this episode we examine Ernst Lubitsch's Design For Living (1933)

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    Archive: Pulp Fiction (1994) May 10, 2022

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    East Of Eden (1955) w/ special guest Ted Walch May 06, 2022

    In this episode we examine Elia Kazan's East Of Eden (1955).

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    Archive: Inception (2010) May 03, 2022

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    Reds (1981) w/ special guest Ted Walch Apr 29, 2022

    In this episode we examine Warren Beatty's Reds (1981).

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    Archive: Max's Movie Musts Ep. 9 Apr 26, 2022

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    All The President's Men (1976) w/ special guest Ted Walch Apr 22, 2022

    In this episode we examine Alan J. Pakula's All The President's Men (1976).

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    Archive: Her (2013) Apr 19, 2022

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    Trouble In Paradise (1932) w/ special guest Ted Walch Apr 16, 2022

    In this episode we examine Ernst Lubitsch's Trouble In Paradise (1932).

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    Archive: Max's Movie Musts Ep. 10 Apr 12, 2022

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    Splendor In The Grass (1961) w/ special guest Ted Walch Apr 08, 2022

    In this episode we examine Elia Kazan's Splendor In The Grass (1961)

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    Archive: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri (2017) Apr 05, 2022

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    The Magnificent Ambersons (1942) w/ special guest Ted Walch Apr 01, 2022

    In this episode we examine Orson Welles's The Magnificent Ambersons (1942).

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    Archive: Saving Private Ryan (1998) Mar 29, 2022

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    Barry Lyndon (1975) w/ special guest Ted Walch Mar 25, 2022

    In this episode we examine Stanley Kubrick's Barry Lyndon (1975).

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    Archive: The Longest Day (1962) Mar 22, 2022

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    To Be Or Not To Be (1942) w/ special guest Ted Walch Mar 18, 2022

    In this episode we examine Ernst Lubitsch's To Be Or Not To Be (1942).

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    Archive: Max's Movie Musts Ep. 11 Mar 15, 2022

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    Gentleman's Agreement (1947) w/ special guest Ted Walch Mar 11, 2022

    In this episode we examine Elia Kazan's Gentleman's Agreement (1947)

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    Archive: Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) Mar 08, 2022

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    Gallipoli (1981) w/ special guest Ted Walch Mar 04, 2022

    In this episode we examine Peter Weir's Gallipoli (1981).

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    Archive: The Sting (1973) w/ special guest Jeremy Arnold Mar 01, 2022

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    Avanti! (1972) w/ special guest Joseph McBride Feb 25, 2022

    In this episode we examine Billy Wilder's Avanti! (1972), starring Jack Lemmon.

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    Archive: Max's Movie Musts Ep. 12 Feb 22, 2022

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    The Merry Widow (1934) w/ special guest Ted Walch Feb 18, 2022

    In this episode we examine Ernst Lubitsch's The Merry Widow (1934).

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    Archive: Moonlight (2016) Feb 15, 2022

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    A Tree Grows In Brooklyn (1945) w/ special guest Ted Walch Feb 11, 2022

    In this episode we examine Elia Kazan's A Tree Grows In Brooklyn (1945).


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    Archive: Max's Movie Musts Ep. 13 Feb 08, 2022

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    Archive: The General (1926) Feb 04, 2022

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    Archive: The Favourite (2018) Feb 01, 2022

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    Archive: The Blacksmith (1922) Jan 28, 2022

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    Archive: Max's Movie Musts Ep. 14 Jan 25, 2022

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    Archive: Bride of Frankenstein (1935) Jan 21, 2022

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    Archive: No Country For Old Men (2007) Jan 19, 2022

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    Ben-Hur (1959) w/ special guest David Wyler Jan 14, 2022

    In this episode, Max and Ted are joined by David Wyler, son of William Wyler, to discuss Ben-Hur (1959).

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    Archive: Max’s Movie Musts Ep. 15 Jan 11, 2022

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    Archive: Blazing Saddles (1974) Jan 07, 2022

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    Archive: Memento (2000) Jan 04, 2022

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    Archive: Marty (1955) Dec 31, 2021

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    Archive: Children Of Men (2006) Dec 28, 2021

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    Archive: Remember The Night (1940) Dec 24, 2021

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    Archive: Max‘s Movie Musts Ep. 16 Dec 21, 2021

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    2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) w/ special guest Tom Hanks Dec 17, 2021

    In this episode we're joined by Tom Hanks (yes, you read that right) to discuss his favorite film: Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey.

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    Archive: The Mystery Of The Wax Museum (1933) w/ special guest Victoria Riskin Dec 14, 2021

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    Next Week: Tom Hanks Talks 2001: A Space Odyssey Dec 10, 2021

    On next week's episode we welcome the one and only Tom Hanks to the show to discuss Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey.

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    Archive: The Social Network (2010) Dec 07, 2021

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    The Big Country (1958) w/ special guest Ted Walch Dec 03, 2021

    In this episode Ted joins Max for another episode of Wyler with Walch on The Big Country (1958), starring Gregory Peck, Jean Simmons, and Burl Ives.

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    Archive: Max‘s Movie Musts Ep. 17 Nov 30, 2021

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    The Shop Around The Corner (1940) w/ special guest Ted Walch Nov 26, 2021

    In this episode Ted and Max and discussing Ernst Lubitsch's film, The Shop Around The Corner (1940), starring Jimmy Stewart, Margaret Sullavan, and Frank Morgan.

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    Archive: On The Town (1949) Nov 23, 2021

    Enjoy this episode from our archive on Stanley Donen and Gene Kelly's film, On The Town (1949).

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    My Darling Clementine (1946) w/ special guest Ted Walch Nov 19, 2021

    In this episode Ted Walch is here to help breakdown John Ford's film, My Darling Clementine (1946), starring Henry Fonda.

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    Archive: The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014) Nov 16, 2021

    Enjoy this episode from our archive on The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), directed by Wes Anderson.

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    Rebecca (1940) w/ special guest Ted Walch Nov 12, 2021

    In this episode Ted Walch is here to help breakdown Alfred Hitchcock's Rebecca (1940), starring Joan Fontaine, Laurence Olivier, Judith Anderson, and George Sanders.

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    Archive: Max‘s Movie Musts Ep. 18 Nov 09, 2021

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    How To Steal A Million (1966) w/ special guest Ted Walch Nov 05, 2021

    In this episode we continue our Wyler with Walch series by discussing How To Steal A Million (1966), starring Audrey Hepburn and Peter O'Toole.

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    Archive: Advise and Consent (1962) w/ special guest Stephen Farber Nov 02, 2021

    In this episode we welcome back Stephen Farber, co-author of Cinema '62: The Greatest Year in Cinema, to discuss Otto Preminger's film, Advise and Consent (1962), starring Henry Fonda, Walter Pidgeon, and Charles Laughton.

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    The Ghost & Mrs. Muir (1947) w/ special guest Steven C. Smith Oct 29, 2021

    In this episode we welcome back Steven C. Smith, author of A Heart At Fire's Center: The Life and Music of Bernard Hermann, to discuss the score to The Ghost & Mrs. Muir (1947), directed by Joseph Mankiewicz and starring Gene Tierney and Rex Harrison.

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    Archive: There Will Be Blood (2007) Oct 26, 2021

    Enjoy this episode from our archive on Paul Thomas Anderson's film, There Will Be Blood (2007), starring Daniel Day-Lewis and Paul Dano.

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    City Lights (1931) w/ special guest Ted Walch Oct 22, 2021

    In this episode we're joined by Ted Walch to discuss Charlie Chaplin's film, City Lights (1931).

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    Archive: Max‘s Movie Musts Ep. 19 Oct 20, 2021

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    Sullivan‘s Travels (1941) w/ special guest Ted Walch Oct 15, 2021

    In this week's episode we're discussing Preston Sturges's film, Sullivan's Travels (1941), starring Joel McRea and Veronica Lake.

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    Archive: The Lady Vanishes (1938) w/ special guest Ted Walch Oct 12, 2021

    Enjoy this episode from our archive on Alfred Hitchcock's film, The Lady Vanishes (1938), starring Margaret Lockwood, Robert Redgrave, Paul Lukas, and May Whitty.

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    Mr. Smith Goes To Washington (1939) Oct 08, 2021

    In this episode we're discussing Frank Capra's film, Mr. Smith Goes To Washington (1939), starring Jimmy Stewart, Jean Arthur, and Claude Rains.

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    Archive: The Nice Guys (2016) Oct 05, 2021

    Enjoy this episode from our archive on Shane Black's The Nice Guys (2016), starring Russell Crowe and and Ryan Gosling.

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    Roman Holiday (1953) w/ special guest Ted Walch Oct 01, 2021

    Enjoy the next edition of Wyler with Walch as we discuss Roman Holiday (1953), starring Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn.

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    Archive: Max‘s Movie Musts Ep. 20 Sep 28, 2021

    Here's another installment of Max's Movie Musts from our archive. Please enjoy!

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    Giant (1956) w/ special guest George Stevens Jr. Sep 24, 2021

    In this episode we welcome George Stevens Jr. to the show to discuss his father's epic film, Giant (1956), starring Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, and James Dean.

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    Archive: The Day The Earth Stood Still (1951) w/ special guest Ted Walch Sep 21, 2021

    Enjoy this episode from our archive on The Day The Earth Stood Still (1951).

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    Forty Guns (1957) w/ special guest Ted Walch Sep 17, 2021

    In this episode Max and Ted discuss Samuel Fuller's stylistic western, Forty Guns (1957), starring Barbara Stanwyck and Barry Sullivan.

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    Archive: Master and Commander: The Far Side Of The World (2003) Sep 14, 2021

    Enjoy this episode from our archive on Peter Weir's film, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003), starring Russell Crowe.

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    The Strange Love of Martha Ivers (1946) w/ special guest Ted Walch Sep 10, 2021

    In this episode we're discussing Lewis Mileston's film noir, The Strange Love of Martha Ivers (1946), starring Barbara Stanwyck, Van Heflin, and Kirk Douglas.

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    Archive: Max‘s Movie Musts Ep. 21 Sep 07, 2021

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    Wuthering Heights (1939) w/ special guest Ted Walch Sep 03, 2021

    Enjoy the next installment of Wyler with Walch as we discuss Wuthering Heights (1939), starring Laurence Olivier and Merle Oberon.

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    Archive: The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy (2001, 2002, 2003) Aug 31, 2021

    We dip into our archive to discuss the entire trilogy for Peter Jackson's The Lord Of The Rings (2001, 2002, 2003).

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    Judgement at Nuremberg (1961) Aug 27, 2021

    In this episode we discuss Stanley Kramer's film, Judgement At Nuremberg (1961), starring Spencer Tracy.

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    Archive: The Quiet Man (1952) Aug 24, 2021

    Check out this episode from our archive on John Ford's The Quiet Man (1952), starring John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara.

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    Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) w/ special guest Christina Rice Aug 20, 2021

    In this episode we're joined by Christina Rice, author of Mean, Moody, Magnificent! Jane Russell and the Marketing of a Hollywood Legend, to discuss Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953), directed by Howard Hawks and starring Jane Russell and Marilyn Monroe.

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    Archive: Mrs. Miniver (1942) w/ special guest Ted Walch Aug 17, 2021

    In this episode we continue our Wyler with Walch series by discussing William Wyler's film, Mrs. Miniver (1942), starring Greer Garson and Walter Pidgeon.

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    How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying (1967) w/ special guest Ted Walch Aug 13, 2021

    In this episode we're joined by Ted Walch to discuss David Swift's film, How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying (1967), starring Robert Morse.

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    Archive: Dodsworth (1936) w/ special guest Ted Walch Aug 10, 2021

    In this episode we're joined by Ted Walch for another William Wyler classic: Dodsworth (1936), starring Walter Huston.

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    The Best Years Of Our Lives (1946) w/ special guest Ted Walch Aug 06, 2021

    In this episode of our Wyler with Walch series we're discussing a William Wyler masterpiece: The Best Years Of Our Lives (1946).

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    Patreon Archive: Carrie (1952) w/ special guest Ted Walch Aug 03, 2021

    Classic Movie Musts is returning to free feeds every week starting August 6th. Until then, enjoy these episodes from our Patreon Archive. All formerly exclusive episodes will release on free podcast feeds on a weekly basis.

    Another Wyler with Walch from our Patreon vault. This week we're discussing Carrie (1952), starring Laurence Olivier and Jennifer Jones.

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    Patreon Archive: The Little Foxes (1941) w/ special guest Ted Walch Jul 30, 2021

    Classic Movie Musts is returning to free feeds every week starting August 6th. Until then, enjoy these episodes from our Patreon Archive. All formerly exclusive episodes will release on free podcast feeds on a weekly basis.

    We're catching you up on our Wyler with Walch series, and in this week's episode we're discussing The Little Foxes (1941), starring Bette Davis.

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    Patreon Archive: The Letter (1940) w/ special guest Ted Walch Jul 27, 2021

    Classic Movie Musts is returning to free feeds every week starting August 6th. Until then, enjoy these episodes from our Patreon Archive. All formerly exclusive episodes will release on free podcast feeds on a weekly basis.

    Let's continue our Wyler with Walch series by discussing The Letter (1940), starring Bette Davis.

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    Patreon Archive: Dead End (1937) w/ special guest Ted Walch Jul 23, 2021

    Classic Movie Musts is returning to free feeds every week starting August 6th. Until then, enjoy these episodes from our Patreon Archive. All formerly exclusive episodes will release on free podcast feeds on a weekly basis.

    In this episode, we're joined by Ted Walch to discuss William Wyler's film, Dead End (1937), starring Sylvia Sidney, Joel McCrea, and Humphrey Bogart.

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    The Sting (1973) w/ special guest Jeremy Arnold Jun 04, 2021

    All new episodes of Classic Movie Musts, Double Feature, and Max's Movie Musts can be found over at patreon.com/classicmoviemusts

    In this episode we're joined by Jeremy Arnold, author of the book The Essentials Vol. 2: 52 More Must See Movies And Why They Matter, to discuss George Roy Hill's film, The Sting (1973), starring Robert Redford and Paul Newman.

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    Gone With The Wind (1939) w/ special guest Steven C. Smith Apr 16, 2021

    All new episodes of Classic Movie Musts, Double Feature, and Max's Movie Musts can be found over at patreon.com/classicmoviemusts

    In this episode we're joined by Steven C. Smith, author of the book Music By Max Steiner: The Epic Life of Hollywood's Most Influential Composer, to discuss one of the most famous film scores of all-time: Gone With The Wind.

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    Return Of The Jedi (1983) w/ special guest Myke Emal Jan 29, 2021

    Support Classic Movie Musts on Patreon and get access to our weekly exclusive podcast, Classic Movie Musts: Double Feature, and our monthly exclusive podcast, Max's Movie Musts. Join at www.patreon.com/classicmoviemusts

    In this episode we're joined by Myke Emal of the CineMusts podcast to discuss Return Of The Jedi (1983).

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    Oliver Twist (1948) w/ special guest Ted Walch Jan 22, 2021

    Support Classic Movie Musts on Patreon and get access to our weekly exclusive podcast, Classic Movie Musts: Double Feature, and our monthly exclusive podcast, Max's Movie Musts. Join at www.patreon.com/classicmoviemusts

    In this episode, Ted Walch joins us to discuss David Lean's film, Oliver Twist (1948).

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    The Empire Strikes Back (1980) w/ special guest Myke Emal Jan 15, 2021

    Support Classic Movie Musts on Patreon and get access to our weekly exclusive podcast, Classic Movie Musts: Double Feature, and our monthly exclusive podcast, Max's Movie Musts. Join at www.patreon.com/classicmoviemusts

    In this episode we welcome back Myke Emal, host of the CineMusts Podcast, to continue our discussion of the original Star Wars trilogy with The Empire Strikes Back (1980).

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    The Lavender Hill Mob (1951) w/ special guest Jeremy Arnold Jan 08, 2021

    Support Classic Movie Musts on Patreon and get access to our weekly exclusive podcast, Classic Movie Musts: Double Feature, and our monthly exclusive podcast, Max's Movie Musts. Join at www.patreon.com/classicmoviemusts

    In this episode we welcome back author Jeremy Arnold to the show to discuss Charles Crichton film, The Lavender Hill Mob (1951), starring Alec Guinness.

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    Star Wars (1977) w/ special guest Myke Emal Jan 01, 2021

    Support Classic Movie Musts on Patreon and get access to our weekly exclusive podcast, Classic Movie Musts: Double Feature, and our monthly exclusive podcast, Max's Movie Musts. Join at www.patreon.com/classicmoviemusts

    In this episode we're joined by Myke Emal, host of the CineMusts Podcast, to discuss the cinematic brilliance of George Lucas's film, Star Wars (1977), starring Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, and Carrie Fisher.

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    (Rebroadcast) Casablanca (1942) w/ special guest Ted Walch Dec 25, 2020

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    In this episode, we're joined again by Ted Walch to discuss a film of legendary stature, Casablanca (1942), starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and Claude Rains.

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    (Rebroadcast) Citizen Kane (1941) w/ special guest Ted Walch Dec 18, 2020

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    In this episode, Max welcomes back Ted Walch to tackle the Orson Welles masterpiece, Citizen Kane (1941). Starring Orson Welles himself, this film combines and layers cinematic technique with such deliberate sophistication that it is clearly one of the most important films of all-time.

    Citizen Kane is currently #1 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Free Patreon Bonus: MANK (2020) w/ special guest Sydney Stern Dec 15, 2020

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    In this episode we welcome back Sydney Stern, author of the book The Brothers Mankiewicz: Hope, Heartbreak, and Hollywood Classics, to help discuss David Fincher's new film, MANK (2020), starring Gary Oldman.

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    His Girl Friday (1940) Dec 11, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing Howard Hawks's film, His Girl Friday (1940), starring Cary Grant and Rosalind Russell.

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    Annie Hall (1977) w/ special guest John Nuanes Dec 04, 2020

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    In this episode we welcome John Nuanes to the show to help discuss the brilliance of Woody Allen's Annie Hall (1977).

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    King Kong (1933) w/ special guest Steven Smith Nov 27, 2020

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    In this episode we welcome Steven Smith, author of the book Music by Max Steiner: The Epic Life of Hollywood's Most Influential Composer, to help break down one of the most influential movie scores of all time: King Kong (1933).

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    An American In Paris (1951) Nov 20, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing Vincente Minnelli's musical, An American In Paris (1951), starring Gene Kelly.

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    Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs (1937) Nov 12, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing Disney's seminal animated film, Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs (1937).

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    The Heiress (1949) w/ special guest Ted Walch Nov 06, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing William Wyler's film, The Heiress (1949), starring Olivia de Havilland, Montgomery Clift, and Ralph Richardson.

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    3:10 To Yuma (1957) Oct 30, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing Delmer Daves' film, 3:10 To Yuma (1957), starring Glenn Ford and Van Heflin.

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    Ball Of Fire (1941) w/ special guest Jeremy Arnold Oct 23, 2020

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    In this episode we welcome Jeremy Arnold, author of The Essentials Vol. 2: 52 More Must-See Movies and Why They Matter, to discuss Howard Hawks's film, Ball Of Fire (1941), starring Barbara Stanwyck and Gary Cooper.

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    It (1927) Oct 16, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing the silent film It (1927), starring Clara Bow.

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    The Thin Man (1934) Oct 09, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing W.S Van Dyke's film, The Thin Man (1934), starring William Powell and Myrna Loy.

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    The Asphalt Jungle (1950) Oct 02, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing John Huston's classic heist film, The Asphalt Jungle (1950), starring Sterling Hayden and Sam Jaffe.

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    Cool Hand Luke (1967) Sep 25, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing Stuart Rosenberg's iconic film, Cool Hand Luke (1967), starring Paul Newman.

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    All That Heaven Allows (1955) w/ special guest Ted Walch Sep 18, 2020

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    In this episode we're joined by Ted Walch to discuss Douglas Sirk's classic melodrama, All That Heaven Allows (1955), starring Jane Wyman and Rock Hudson.

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    Paper Moon (1973) Sep 11, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing Peter Bogdanovich's film, Paper Moon (1973).

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    Unforgiven (1992) Sep 04, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing Clint Eastwood's western, Unforgiven (1992).

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:37

    Feature Presentation: 7:12

    Buzz from the Backlot: 33:02

    Ending Credits: 35:49

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    The Lady Eve (1941) w/ special guest Ted Walch Aug 28, 2020

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    In this episode we're joined by Ted Walch to discuss Preston Sturges's film, The Lady Eve (1941), starring Barbara Stanwyck and Henry Fonda.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 0:57

    Feature Presentation: 3:55

    Ending Credits: 48:49

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    Paris, Texas (1984) w/ special guest Ted Walch Aug 21, 2020

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    In this episode we're joined by Ted Walch to discuss Wim Wenders film, Paris, Texas (1984), starring Harry Dean Stanton.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 0:57

    Feature Presentation: 5:38

    Ending Credits: 58:29

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    Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986) Aug 14, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing the iconic John Hughes film, Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986), starring Matthew Broderick and Alan Ruck.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:05

    Feature Presentation: 5:37

    Buzz from the Backlot: 25:19

    Ending Credits: 27:23

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    L.A. Confidential (1997) Aug 07, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing Curtis Hanson's neo noir classic, L.A. Confidential (1997), starring Kevin Spacey, Russell Crowe, Guy Pearce, and Kim Bassinger.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 0:59

    Feature Presentation: 7:35

    Buzz from the Backlot: 29:32

    Ending Credits: 32:45

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    The Women (1939) w/ special guest Ted Walch Jul 31, 2020

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    In this episode we dissect George Cukor's film, The Women (1939), starring Norma Shearer and Joan Crawford.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:39

    Feature Presentation: 6:23

    Ending Credits: 59:31

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    Mildred Pierce (1945) w/ special guest Ted Walch Jul 24, 2020

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    In this episode we're joined by Ted Walch to discuss Michael Curtiz's film, Mildred Pierce (1945), starring Joan Crawford.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:03

    Feature Presentation: 6:24

    Ending Credits: 1:16:40

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    Stella Dallas (1937) w/ special guest Ted Walch Jul 17, 2020

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    In this episode we're joined by Ted Walch to discuss the maternal melodrama Stella Dallas (1937), directed by King Vidor and starring Barbara Stanwyck.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:02

    Feature Presentation: 4:14

    Ending Credits: 53:20

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    Casino (1995) Jul 10, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing Martin Scorsese's film, Casino (1995), starring Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone, and Joe Pesci.

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    Goodfellas (1990) Jul 03, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing the Martin Scorsese gangster classics, Goodfellas (1990), starring Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, and Joe Pesci.

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    The Lady From Shanghai (1948) Jun 26, 2020

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    In this episode we break down Orson Welles's film, The Lady From Shanghai (1948), starring Rita Hayworth.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:36

    Feature Presentation: 5:14

    Buzz from the Backlot: 27:36

    Ending Credits: 32:17

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    The Big Heat (1953) Jun 19, 2020

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    In this week's episode we're discussing Fritz Lang's, The Big Heat (1953), starring Glenn Ford.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:40

    Feature Presentation: 6:47

    Buzz from the Backlot: 25:12

    Ending Credits: 27:20

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    Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) w/ special guest Ted Walch Jun 12, 2020

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    In this episode Max and Ted Walch come together to discuss the patriotic bio-pic, Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942), directed by Michael Curtiz and starring James Cagney.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:12

    Feature Presentation: 6:44

    Ending Credits: 1:06:13

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    Patreon Bonus: The Wrestler (2008) Jun 09, 2020

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    Enjoy this episode of Classic Movie Musts: Double Feature on Darren Aronofsky's The Wrestler (2008). Get more episodes of Double Feature for $1 on Patreon.

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    A Letter To Three Wives (1949) w/ special guest Sydney Stern Jun 05, 2020

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    In this episode we welcome Sydney Stern, author of The Brothers Mankiewicz: Hope, Heatbreak, and Hollywood Classics, to discuss Joseph L. Mankiewicz's A Letter To Three Wives (1949).

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:28

    Feature Presentation: 7:07

    Ending Credits: 52:05

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    The Big Sleep (1946) w/ special guest Raquel Stecher May 29, 2020

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    In this episode we welcome back Raquel Stecher to discuss Howard Hawks's classic film noir, The Big Sleep (1946), starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:03

    Feature Presentation: 5:29

    Ending Credits: 59:42

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    Now, Voyager (1942) May 22, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing the iconic Bette Davis film, Now, Voyager (1942).

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:19

    Feature Presentation: 5:57

    Buzz from the Backlot: 29:38

    Ending Credits: 32:14

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    Patreon Bonus: The Florida Project (2017) May 19, 2020

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    In this episode, we pull from our Double Feature archive to discuss Sean Baker's The Florida Project (2017).

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    Network (1976) w/ special guest Ted Walch May 15, 2020

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    In this episode we're joined by Ted Walch to discuss Sidney Lumet's brilliant film, Network (1976), starring Peter Finch, William Holden, Faye Dunaway, and Robert Duvall.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 0:57

    Feature Presentation: 6:10

    Ending Credits: 57:52

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    Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1956) w/ special guest Ted Walch May 08, 2020

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    In this episode we welcome back Ted Walch to discuss the noir, sci-fi film directed by Don Siegel, Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1956), starring Kevin McCarthy and Dana Wynter.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:01

    Feature Presentation: 5:53

    Ending Credits: 53:33

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    Stalag 17 (1953) May 01, 2020

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    In this episode we discuss Billy Wilder's Stalag 17 (1953), starring William Holden.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:31

    Feature Presentation: 6:06

    Buzz from the Backlot: 30:26

    Ending Credits: 34:47

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    Saint Jack (1979) w/ special guest Ben Mankiewicz Apr 24, 2020

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    In this episode we welcome TCM host Ben Mankiewicz to the show to discuss his new podcast The Plot Thickens: I'm Still Peter Bogdanovich as well as the film Saint Jack (1979), starring Ben Gazzara.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:06

    Feature Presentation: 2:20

    Ending Credits: 35:49

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    Funny Girl & The Lion In Winter (1968) w/ special guest Stephen Tapert Apr 17, 2020

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    In this episode, we welcome back Stephen Tapert, author of Best Actress: The History of Oscar Winning Women, to discuss the two films from 1968 whose leading ladies tied for Best Actress, Funny Girl, starring Barbara Streisand, and The Lion In Winter, starring Katharine Hepburn.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:13

    Feature Presentation: 6:22

    Ending Credits: 1:08:02

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    The Divorcee (1930) w/ special guest Mark Viera Apr 10, 2020

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    In this episode we welcome back author Mark Viera to discuss the pre-code classic, The Divorcee (1930), starring Norma Shearer.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:01

    Feature Presentation: 2:58

    Ending Credits: 48:47

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    The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962) w/ special guest Stephen Farber Apr 03, 2020

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    In this episode we welcome Stephen Farber to the show, author of Cinema '62: The Greatest Year At the Movies, to discuss The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962), directed by John Ford and starring John Wayne and Jimmy Stewart.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:15

    Feature Presentation: 7:22

    Ending Credits: 1:07:20

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    Patreon Bonus: Max's Movie Musts Ep. 2 Mar 31, 2020

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    To Kill A Mockingbird (1962) w/ special guest Michael McClellan Mar 27, 2020

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    In this episode we welcome Michael McClellan, author of Cinema '62: The Greatest Year at the Movies, to the show to discuss one of that year's most iconic films, To Kill A Mockingbird (1962), starring Gregory Peck.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:26

    Feature Presentation: 7:38

    Ending Credits: 1:01:39

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    The Gold Rush (1925) w/ special guest Myke Emal Mar 20, 2020

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    In this episode we welcome back Myke Emal of the CineMusts Podcast to discuss the Charlie Chaplin classic, The Gold Rush (1925).

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 0:59

    Feature Presentation: 5:54

    Ending Credits: 1:00:46

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    Double Indemnity (1944) w/ special guest Ted Walch Mar 13, 2020

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    In this episode, Ted Walch is back to discuss the film noir classic, Double Indemnity (1944), directed by Billy Wilder and starring Fred MacMurray, Barbara Stanwyck, and Edward G. Robinson.

    Double Indemnity is currently #29 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies Of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:17

    Feature Presentation: 5:21

    Ending Credits: 1:00:57

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    The French Connection (1971) Mar 06, 2020

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    In this episode, we discuss the genre bending qualities of The French Connection (1971), directed by William Friedkin and starring Gene Hackman.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 0:57

    Feature Presentation: 6:43

    Buzz from the Backlot: 28:59

    Ending Credits: 33:42

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    The Bridge On The River Kwai (1957) Feb 28, 2020

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    In this episode we're discussing themes of iron willed men in David Lean's, The Bridge On The River Kwai (1957), starring William Holden, Alec Guinness, and Sussue Hayakawa.

    The Bridge On The River Kwai is currently #36 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies Of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:24

    Feature Presentation: 6:52

    Buzz from the Backlot: 27:02

    Ending Credits: 30:53

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    Bonnie and Clyde (1967) w/ special guest Ted Walch Feb 21, 2020

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    In this episode, we welcome back Ted Walch to discuss Arthur Penn's, Bonnie and Clyde (1967), starring Warren Beatty and Faye Dunaway. Bonnie and Clyde is currently #42 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 0:59

    Feature Presentation: 4:32

    Ending Credits: 1:06:25

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    Before Sunrise (1995) Feb 14, 2020

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    In this episode, we begin a three part discussion on Richard Linklater's Before trilogy, starting with Before Sunrise (1995), starring Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy. Catch our follow up episodes on Before Sunset and Before Midnight on our weekly patreon exclusive show, Classic Movie Musts: Double Feature.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:29

    Feature Presentation: 5:55

    Buzz from the Backlot: 23:49

    Ending Credits: 27:47

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    Mutiny On The Bounty (1935) Feb 07, 2020

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    In this episode we discuss themes of tyranny in Frank Lloyd's, Mutiny On The Bounty (1935), starring Clark Gable, Charles Laughton, and Franchot Tone.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:26

    Feature Presentation: 6:39

    Buzz from the Backlot: 29:42

    Ending Credits: 32:59

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    The Parallax View (1974) Jan 31, 2020

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    In this episode, as selected by our Patreon community, we're discussing Alan J. Pakula's, The Parallax View (1974), starring Warren Beatty.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:32

    Feature Presentation: 8:04

    Buzz from the Backlot: 30:41

    Ending Credits: 33:34

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    Madame Bovary (1949) Jan 24, 2020

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    In this episode we discuss the historical irony of Vincente Minnelli's, Madame Bovary (1949), starring Jennifer Jones, James Mason, and Van Heflin.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:10

    Feature Presentation: 6:44

    Buzz from the Backlot: 28:52

    Ending Credits: 32:41

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    North By Northwest (1959) Jan 17, 2020

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    In the 100th episode of Classic Movie Musts we're discussing Alfred Hitchcock's, North By Northwest (1959), starring Cary Grant, Eva Marie Saint, and James Mason.

    North By Northwest is currently #55 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies Of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:08

    Feature Presentation: 6:36

    Buzz from the Backlot: 28:16

    Ending Credits: 32:10

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    Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf? (1966) Jan 10, 2020

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    In this episode we discuss the theatrical and filmic qualities of Mike Nichols's, Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf? (1966), starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.

    Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf? is currently #67 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:07

    Feature Presentation: 7:31

    Buzz from the Backlot: 25:15

    Ending Credits: 30:37

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    The Wizard of Oz (1939) Jan 03, 2020

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    In this episode we discuss Victor Fleming's iconic film, The Wizard Of Oz (1939), starring Judy Garland.

    The Wizard Of Oz is currently #10 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies Of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:10

    Feature Presentation: 6:50

    Buzz From The Backlot: 28:23

    Ending Credits: 35:00

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    Patreon Bonus: Max's Movie Musts Ep. 1 Jan 01, 2020

    This is a bonus episode from the Classic Movie Musts Patreon archive. This is the first episode of the new monthly show, Max's Movie Musts. Please consider supporting Classic Movie Musts on Patreon at the level that makes the most sense for you. You get access to the weekly show, Classic Movie Musts: Double Feature, and the monthly show, Max's Movie Musts, as well as a slew of other perks. Join at patreon.com/classicmoviemusts. Happy New Year!

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    The Night Of The Hunter (1955) Dec 27, 2019

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    In this episode we break down Charles Laughton's The Night Of The Hunter (1955), starring Robert Mitchum and it's complicated legacy in the history of horror and film noir.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:20

    Feature Presentation: 4:56

    Buzz From The Backlot: 23:44

    Ending Credits: 26:46

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    Gaslight (1944) w/ special guest Stephen Tapert Dec 20, 2019

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    In this episode we welcome author Stephen Tapert to the show to discuss his new book, Best Actress: The History of Oscar Winning Women, and the film Gaslight (1944), starring Best Actress winner Ingrid Bergman.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:17

    Feature Presentation: 7:07

    Ending Credits: 1:05:10

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    Laura (1944) w/ special guest Raquel Stecher Dec 13, 2019

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    In this episode we welcome back film critic Raquel Stecher to discuss Otto Preminger's film noir, Laura (1944), starring Dana Andrews, Gene Tierney, and Clifton Webb.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:01

    Feature Presentation: 5:14

    Ending Credits: 55:34

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    The Graduate (1967) w/ special guest Ted Walch Dec 06, 2019

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    In this episode we're joined by special guest Ted Walch to discuss Mike Nichols' timeless classic, The Graduate (1967), starring Dustin Hoffman and Anne Bancroft.

    The Graduate is currently #17 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 0:54

    Feature Presentation: 5:52

    Ending Credits: 1:11:07

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    From Here To Eternity (1953) Nov 29, 2019

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    In this episode we discuss both the performances and the censorship issues surrounding Fred Zinnemann's From Here To Eternity (1953), starring Burt Lancaster, Montgomery Clift, Deborah Kerr, and Donna Reed.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:22

    Feature Presentation: 7:10

    Buzz from the Backlot: 32:29

    Ending Credits: 36:11

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    Double Feature Bonus: Whiplash (2014) Nov 25, 2019

    Enjoy this bonus Double Feature episode on Damien Chazelle's Whiplash (2014). Happy Thanksgiving!

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    A Clockwork Orange (1971) w/ special guest Ted Walch Nov 22, 2019

    In this episode we welcome back Ted Walch to discuss the divisive nature of Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange (1971), starring Malcolm McDowell.

    A Clockwork Orange is currently #70 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 0:59

    Feature Presentation: 6:14

    Ending Credits: 1:06:29

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    One Eyed Jacks (1961) Nov 15, 2019

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    Today's episode is on Marlon Brando's only directorial effort, One Eyed Jacks (1961), starring himself and Karl Malden. Let's explore this fascinating autobiographically informed western.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:24

    Feature Presentation: 7:20

    Buzz from the Backlot: 24:13

    Ending Credits: 28:27

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    The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948) Nov 08, 2019

    In this episode we discuss a John Huston masterpiece, The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948), starring Humphrey Bogart, Walter Huston, and Tim Holt. The Treasure of the Sierra Madre is currently #38 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:13

    Feature Presentation: 8:24

    Buzz from the Backlot: 24:35

    Ending Credits: 29:21

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    Midnight Cowboy (1969) Nov 01, 2019

    In this episode we discuss the allegorical nature of John Schlesinger's, Midnight Cowboy (1969), starring Jon Voight and Dustin Hoffman.

    Midnight Cowboy is currently #43 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:32

    Feature Presentation: 6:44

    Buzz from the Backlot: 22:08

    Ending Credits: 24:37

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    The Apartment (1960) Oct 25, 2019

    In this episode we breakdown the loneliness of Billy Wilder's, The Apartment (1960), starring Jack Lemmon and Shirley MacLaine.

    The Apartment is currently #80 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:20

    Feature Presentation: 7:03

    Buzz from the Backlot: 27:43

    Ending Credits: 30:48

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    Back To The Future (1985) w/ special guest Aaron Tracy Oct 18, 2019

    In this episode we welcome back writer Aaron Tracy, host of the To Live And Dialogue In LA podcast, to breakdown one of the great movie screenplays, Robert Zemeckis's, Back To The Future (1985), starring Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Crispin Glover, and Thomas F. Wilson.

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    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:58

    Feature Presentation: 6:42

    Ending Credits: 52:19

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    Vertigo (1958) w/ special guest Ted Walch Oct 11, 2019

    In this episode Max is joined by Ted Walch to discuss one of Alfred Hitchcock's masterpieces, Vertigo (1958), starring James Stewart and Kim Novak.

    Vertigo is currently #9 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:59

    Feature Presentation: 6:42

    Ending Credits: 58:17

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    Swing Time (1936) Oct 04, 2019

    In this episode we breakdown the Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers classic, Swing Time (1936). Swing Time is currently #90 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:13

    Feature Presentation: 6:24

    Buzz from the Backlot: 22:53

    Ending Credits: 25:55

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    Hud (1963) w/ special guest Ted Walch Sep 27, 2019

    In this episode we welcome back Ted Walch to the show to discuss the Paul Newman classic, Hud (1963), directed by Martin Ritt and featuring Academy Award winners Melvyn Douglas and Patricia Neal.

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    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:12

    Feature Presentation: 7:25

    Ending Credits: 59:27

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    The Third Man (1949) Sep 20, 2019

    In this week's episode we discuss Carol Reed's The Third Man (1949), starring Joseph Cotton, Orson Welles, and Valli. Join us for this elusive and captivating thriller.

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    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:38

    Feature Presentation: 7:43

    Buzz from the Backlot: 24:28

    Ending Credits: 28:45

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    Close Encounters Of The Third Kind (1977) Sep 13, 2019

    In this episode we discuss Steven Spielberg's Close Encounters Of The Third Kind (1977), starring Richard Dreyfuss.

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    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:50

    Feature Presentation: 9:03

    Buzz from the Backlot: 19:03

    Ending Credits: 23:20

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    Double Feature Bonus: Catch Me If You Can (2002) Sep 10, 2019

    This is the first episode of our new show, Classic Movie Musts: Double Feature, which released on Patreon last week. If you're interested in hearing about more contemporary classic films, sign up for $1/month on Patreon and get Classic Movie Musts: Double Feature every Tuesday. Sign up at patreon.com/classicmoviemusts.

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts: Double Feature, we discuss Steven Spielberg's Catch Me If You Can (2002), starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, and Christopher Walken.

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    The Godfather: Part II (1974) Sep 06, 2019

    In this episode we discuss what makes The Godfather: Part II (1974), starring Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Dianne Keaton, Robert Duvall, and John Cazale, such an incredible sequel.

    The Godfather: Part II is currently #32 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 3:02

    Feature Presentation: 8:29

    Buzz from the Backlot: 27:28

    Ending Credits: 30:41

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    The Godfather (1972) Aug 30, 2019

    In this episode we delve into Francis Ford Coppola's mafia classic, The Godfather (1972), starring Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Robert Duvall, Dianne Keaton, and John Cazale.

    The Godfather is currently #2 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Classic Movie Musts: Double Feature Announcement: 0:32

    Opening Credits: 2:51

    Feature Presentation: 7:47

    Buzz from the Backlot: 25:48

    Ending Credits: 28:55

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    The Searchers (1956) w/ special guest Myke Emal Aug 23, 2019

    In this episode we welcome back host of the CineMusts podcast, Myke Emal, to discuss John Ford's titanic western, The Searchers (1956), starring John Wayne, Jeffrey Hunter, Ward Bond, Vera Miles, and Natalie Wood.

    The Searchers is currently #12 of AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:16

    Feature Presentation: 6:53

    Ending Credits: 1:07:01

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    On The Waterfront (1954) Aug 16, 2019

    In this episode we discuss the intersection of art and culture while breaking down Elia Kazan's, On The Waterfront (1954), starring Marlon Brando.

    On The Waterfront is currently #19 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:54

    Feature Presentation: 7:48

    Buzz from the Backlot: 23:43

    Ending Credits: 28:03

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    The Musical: A Retrospective Aug 09, 2019

    In this episode we're doing our final retrospective of the summer, exploring the musical genre. Today we look back at our episodes on Meet Me In St. Louis (1944), Singin' in the Rain (1952), and Cabaret (1972).

    Timestamps:

    Retrospective Explanation: 1:24

    Meet Me In St. Louis Feature Presentation: 5:05

    Meet Me In St. Louis Buzz from the Backlot: 18:24

    Singin' in the Rain Intro: 22:01

    Singin' in the Rain Feature Presentation: 27:02

    Singin' in the Rain Buzz from the Backlot: 36:35

    Cabaret Intro: 40:20

    Cabaret Feature Presentation: 46:49

    Cabaret Buzz from the Backlot: 58:47

    Ending Credits: 1:01:41

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    Hollywood Tragedies: A Retrospective Aug 02, 2019

    In this episode we're doing a retrospective on Hollywood Tragedies, which combines our episodes on All About Eve (1950), A Star is Born (1954), and Sunset Boulevard (1950).

    Timestamps:

    Retrospective Explanation: 1:22

    All About Eve Feature Presentation: 8:16

    All About Eve Buzz from the Backlot: 15:40

    A Star is Born Intro: 19:45

    A Star is Born Feature Presentation: 25:46

    A Star is Born Buzz from the Backlot: 43:27

    Sunset Boulevard Intro: 46:25

    Sunset Boulevard Feature Presentation: 53:17

    Sunset Boulevard Buzz from the Backlot: 1:06:40

    Ending Credits: 1:10:12

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    Romance on the Road: A Retrospective Jul 26, 2019

    In this episode we have a thematic retrospective titled, Romance on the Road, which combines our older episodes on It Happened One Night (1934), The African Queen (1951), and Two For The Road (1967).

    Timestamps:

    Retrospective Explanation: 1:40

    It Happened One Night Feature Presentation: 9:01

    It Happened One Night Buzz from the Backlot: 17:55

    The African Queen Intro: 22:29

    The African Queen Feature Presentation: 29:24

    The African Queen Buzz from the Backlot: 43:56

    Two For The Road Intro: 46:31

    Two For The Road Feature Presentation: 51:10

    Two For The Road Buzz from the Backlot: 1:00:10

    Ending Credits: 1:03:37

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    The Western: A Retrospective Jul 19, 2019

    In this episode we're doing a retrospective on the western genre, which combines 3 older episodes of Classic Movie Musts, in order to explore an evolution within the genre. This retrospective looks back at our episodes on Stagecoach (1939), The Ox-Bow Incident (1943), and The Wild Bunch (1969).

    Timestamps:

    Retrospective explanation: 1:26

    Stagecoach Opening: 2:40

    Stagecoach Feature Presentation: 6:57

    Stagecoach Buzz from the Backlot: 17:07

    The Ox-Bow Incident Opening: 21:18

    The Ox-Bow Incident Feature Presentation: 28:04

    The Ox-Bow Incident Buzz from the Backlot: 42:08

    The Wild Bunch Opening: 45:00

    The Wild Bunch Feature Presentation: 51:31

    The Wild Bunch Buzz from the Backlot: 58:40

    Ending Credits: 1:04:45

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    The Scarlet Empress (1934) w/ special guest Mark A. Viera Jul 12, 2019

    In this episode we welcome Mark A. Viera, author of Forbidden Hollywood: When Sin Ruled The Movies, to discuss The Scarlet Empress (1934), directed by Joseph von Sternberg and starring Marlene Dietrich, a pre-code masterpiece that pushed the boundaries of sexual acceptability in Hollywood films.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:59

    Feature Presentation: 3:35

    Ending Credits: 52:21

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    Marie Antoinette (1938) Jul 05, 2019

    In this episode, we finalize our look at the films of 1938 with a spectacular period drama that was one of the riskiest films of the year: Marie Antoinette (1938), starring Norma Shearer.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:08

    Feature Presentation: 6:32

    1938 Conclusion: 29:52

    Ending Credits: 34:32

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    Boys Town (1938) Jun 28, 2019

    In this episode we discuss our third film of 1938 and the Motion Pictures Greatest Year campaign meant to restore faith in Hollywood films with Boys Town (1938), starring Spencer Tracy and Mickey Rooney.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:05

    Feature Presentation: 6:18

    Ending Credits: 27:35

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    Four Daughters (1938) Jun 21, 2019

    In this episode we continue our look at the films of 1938 and the Motion Pictures Greatest Year campaign that hoped to save Hollywood. Here we have Michael Curtiz's Four Daughters (1938), starring Claude Rains, Priscilla Lane, Rosemary Lane, Lola Lane, Gale Page, Jeffrey Lynn, and John Garfield.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:02

    Feature Presentation: 5:31

    Ending Credits: 28:07

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    You Can't Take It With You (1938) Jun 14, 2019

    In this episode we kick of a four episode look at the films of 1938 and the crisis that plagued Hollywood at that time. We start off with Frank Capra's You Can't Take It With You (1938), starring Lionel Barrymore, Jimmy Stewart, Jean Arthur, and Edward Arnold.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:55

    Feature Presentation: 6:13

    Ending Credits: 27:04

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    Paths of Glory (1957) Jun 07, 2019

    In this episode, we discuss Stanley Kubrick's rhythmic and subversive filmmaking style in his anti-war classic, Paths of Glory (1957), starring Kirk Douglas.

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    Sunrise (1927) w/ special guest Raquel Stecher May 31, 2019

    In this episode we welcome back Raquel Stecher to the show to discuss F.W. Murnau's Sunrise (1927), starring George O'Brien and Janet Gaynor, and dig deep into what makes this film such a masterpiece of visual storytelling.

    Sunrise is currently #82 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:08

    Feature Presentation: 6:06

    Final Credits: 51:56

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    The Thing (1982) Ep. 64 May 24, 2019

    In this episode, as picked by our Patreon community, we're discussing John Carpenter's The Thing (1982), starring Kurt Russell.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 2:22

    Feature Presentation: 6:57

    Buzz from the Backlot: 21:49

    Final Credits: 25:59

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    Chinatown (1974) Ep. 63 w/ special guest Ted Walch May 17, 2019

    In this episode we're joined again by Ted Walch to discuss Roman Polanski's neo-noir mystery, Chinatown (1974), starring Jack Nicholson, Faye Dunaway, and John Huston.

    Chinatown is currently #21 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:36

    Feature Presentation: 6:53

    End Credits: 54:34

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    12 Angry Men (1957) Ep. 62 w/ special guest Aaron Tracy May 10, 2019

    In this episode we welcome screenwriter, professor, and podcaster Aaron Tracy to the show to discuss Sidney Lumet's 12 Angry Men (1957), starring Henry Fonda and Lee J. Cobb.

    Check out Aaron's podcast: To Live and Dialogue in LA.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:38

    Feature Presentation: 8:30

    Ending Credits:1:01:28

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    Meet John Doe (1941) Ep. 61 w/ special guest Victoria Riskin May 03, 2019

    In this episode we're joined by Victoria Riskin, daughter of Fay Wray and Robert Riskin, and author of a new book titled after her parents. Max and Victoria discuss one of her father's most inspiring and cautionary films, Meet John Doe (1941), starring Gary Cooper and Barbara Stanwyck.

    Buy Victoria Riskin's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Fay-Wray-Robert-Riskin-Hollywood/dp/1524747289

    Or at any fine bookseller!

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:43

    Feature Presentation: 5:56

    End Credits: 47:50

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    Nashville (1975) Ep. 60 Apr 26, 2019

    In this episode we discuss, as picked by our Patreon community, Robert Altman's sprawling character drama, Nashville (1975). Starring Henry Gibson, Ronee Blakely, Shelley Duvall, Keith Carradine, Lily Tomlin and many more.

    Nashville is currently #59 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Alien (1979) Ep. 59 w/ special guest Ryan Terry Apr 19, 2019

    In this episode, Max is joined by Ryan L. Terry from R.L. Terry's Reel View Film Blog to discuss Ridley Scott's sci-fi/horror masterpiece, Alien (1979), starring Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, John Hurt, and Ian Holm.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:54

    Feature Presentation: 7:35

    End Credits: 54:26

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    TCMFF Day 4 Ep. 58 Apr 18, 2019

    In this episode we discuss the final day of the Turner Classic Movies Film Festival and three fantastic films: Holiday (1938), The Killers (1964), The Godfather: Part II (1974). Tune-in tomorrow for our regularly scheduled programming and a deep dive into Ridley Scott's Alien (1979), and next week Robert Altman's Nashville (1975).

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    TCMFF Day 3 Ep. 57 Apr 17, 2019

    In this episode we recap three wonderful films from Day 3 of the Turner Classic Movies Film Festival: Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949), Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969), and Star Wars (1977). Join us tomorrow for our final episode discussing the TCM Film Festival.

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    TCMFF Day 2 Ep. 56 Apr 16, 2019

    In this episode we discuss Day 2 of the Turner Classic Movies Film Festival and breakdown four fantastic films: My Favorite Wife (1940), Vanity Street (1932), Open Secret (1948), and Winchester '73 (1950). Join us tomorrow for our festival Day 3 Episode.

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    TCMFF Day 1 Ep. 55 Apr 15, 2019

    In this episode we discuss the opening day of the Turner Classic Movies Film Festival and the two films we watched: Dark Passage (1947) and The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer (1947). Tune-in tomorrow for our festival day 2 episode!

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    Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) Ep. 54 w/ special guest Myke Emal Apr 12, 2019

    Myke Emal from the CineMusts podcast joins us this week to discuss Steven Spielberg's adventure classic, Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981). Join us as we discuss the film the kicked off the Indiana Jones franchise and what the film does cinematically to stand the test of time.

    Raiders of the Lost Ark is currently #66 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:44

    Feature Presentation: 8:07

    Ending Credits: 1:15:33

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    Turner Classic Movies Film Festival Announcement Ep. 53 Apr 08, 2019

    This is a special announcement episode to layout our special coverage of the Turner Classic Movies Film Festival (TCMFF). We'll be producing daily episodes from April 15-18 covering all the movies we watched at the festival. Listen to hear which films we'll be watching and discussing! Also, take advantage of our April Patreon promotion: all current patrons and anyone who joins in April gets a handwritten, custom Classic Movie Musts postcard in the mail.

    Read more about our TCMFF coverage at patreon.com/classicmoviemusts

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    Do the Right Thing (1989) Ep. 52 Apr 05, 2019

    In this episode we discuss Spike Lee's masterpiece, Do the Right Thing (1989), starring Spike Lee, Danny Aiello, and John Turturro.

    Do the Right Thing is currently #96 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits 1:47

    Feature Presentation: 6:26

    Buzz from the Backlot: 21:58

    Ending Credits: 24:18

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    Love Me Tonight (1932) Ep. 51 Mar 29, 2019

    In this episode we dance our way through Rouben Mamoulian's innovative early musical, Love Me Tonight (1932), starring Maurice Chevalier, Jeanette MacDonald, and Myrna Loy. Tune-in to hear why this musical was so ahead of it's time, and represented a capstone to Paramount Studio's classical musical cycle.

    Timestamps:

    Opening Credits: 1:47

    Feature Presentation: 4:19

    Buzz from the Backlot: 21:22

    End Credits: 25:43

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    The Last Picture Show (1971) Ep. 50 w/ special guest Ted Walch Mar 22, 2019

    In this episode we welcome back Ted Walch to discuss Peter Bogdanovich's coming of age drama, The Last Picture Show (1971), starring Timothy Bottoms, Jeff Bridges, Cybil Shepherd, Ben Johnson, and Cloris Leachman.

    Timestamps:

    1:37 Opening Credits

    6:08 Feature Presentation

    1:07:22 Final Segment

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    The Killing (1956) Ep. 49 Mar 15, 2019

    In this episode we breakdown one of Stanley Kubrick's early films, the noir influenced heist caper, The Killing (1956). Starring Sterling Hayden and a great ensemble of supporters, this film represents an early experiment in non-linear storytelling, and is an all-time great heist film.

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    All That Jazz (1979) Ep. 48 Mar 08, 2019

    In this episode, we discuss sound design and editing in Bob Fosse's iconic musical, All That Jazz (1979), starring Roy Scheider, Jessica Lange, Leland Palmer, and Ann Reinking.

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    The Set-Up (1949) Ep. 47 w/ special guest Raquel Stecher Mar 01, 2019

    In this episode, Max welcomes Raquel Stecher from Out of the Past blog and Quelle Movies blog to discuss Robert Wise's noir boxing drama, The Set-Up (1949). Starring Robert Ryan and Audrey Totter, this hybrid noir boxing drama is both compelling in its own right, as well as an inspiration for many Hollywood classics.

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    Gilda (1946) Ep. 46 Feb 22, 2019

    In this episode, we discuss a film suggested and selected by our Patreon community, Gilda (1946), directed by Charles Vidor and starring Rita Hayworth and Glenn Ford. Join us we breakdown the constant sexual tension in this film noir musical romance.

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    Anatomy of a Murder (1959) Ep. 45 Feb 15, 2019

    In this episode, we discuss Otto Preminger's courtroom drama, Anatomy of a Murder (1959), starring James Stewart, Lee Remick, and George C. Scott. Join us as we examine the combination of objectivity and ambiguity that makes Preminger's film so gripping.

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    Rosemary's Baby (1968) Ep. 44 Feb 08, 2019

    In this episode, we discuss Roman Polanski's horror film, Rosemary's Baby (1968), starring Mia Farrow, John Cassavetes, and Ruth Gordon. We examine how Polanski transforms such a mundane world into a deeply disturbing reality.

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    Citizen Kane (1941) Ep. 43 w/ special guest Ted Walch Feb 01, 2019

    In this episode, Max welcomes back Ted Walch to tackle the Orson Welles masterpiece, Citizen Kane (1941). Starring Orson Welles himself, this film combines and layers cinematic technique with such deliberate sophistication that it is clearly one of the most important films of all-time.

    Citizen Kane is currently #1 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    The Manchurian Candidate (1962) Ep. 42 w/ special guest Myke Emal Jan 25, 2019

    In this episode we welcome Myke Emal from the CineMusts Podcast to help breakdown the historical context and artistic excellence of The Manchurian Candidate (1962). Starring Frank Sinatra, Laurence Harvey, and Angela Lansbury, this is a timeless political thriller, filled with paranoia and deception.

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    Red River (1948) Ep. 41 Jan 18, 2019

    In this episode we discuss Howard Hawks's Red River (1948), starring John Wayne and Montgomery Clift, and dissect the evolution of the male persona in postwar America, as well as a subverting of western genre myths.

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    Sunset Boulevard (1950) Ep. 40 Jan 11, 2019

    In this episode we discuss Billy Wilder's infamous, Sunset Boulevard (1950), starring Gloria Swanson and William Holden, and breakdown Wilder's scathing criticism of Hollywood.

    Sunset Boulevard is currently #12 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) Ep. 39 Jan 04, 2019

    In this episode, we break down the swashbuckling adventure, The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938), starring Errol Flynn, Olivia de Havilland, and Claude Rains. We discuss how director Michael Curtiz enhanced the excitement and tension of the film thanks to dynamic editing techniques that would influence Hollywood action movies for generations.

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    The Shining (1980) Ep. 38 Dec 28, 2018

    In this episode, we dissect the Stanley Kubrick horror classic, The Shining (1980), starring Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, and Danny Lloyd. The Shining is a deceptively simple horror narrative that works largely beneath the surface to reveal psychological breakdown, and the collapse of the American family.

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    It's A Wonderful Life (1946) Ep. 37 Dec 21, 2018

    In this episode, we discuss the holiday classic, It's A Wonderful Life (1946). Directed by Frank Capra and starring Jimmy Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell, and Henry Travers, this film wrestles with themes of individual vs. community like only Capra can.

    It's A Wonderful Life is currently #20 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Casablanca (1942) Ep. 36 w/ special guest Ted Walch Dec 14, 2018

    In this episode, we're joined again by Ted Walch to discuss a film of legendary stature, Casablanca (1942), starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, Claude Rains, and Dooley Wilson.

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    Cabaret (1972) Ep. 35 Dec 07, 2018

    In this episode, we discuss Bob Fosse's modernist film musical, Cabaret (1972), starring Liza Minnelli, Michael York, and Joel Grey.

    Cabaret is currently #63 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    How Green Was My Valley (1941) Ep. 34 Nov 30, 2018

    During this episode, we discuss how John Ford uses cinematography, editing, and production design to evoke the power of memory in the family melodrama, How Green Was My Valley (1941), starring Walter Pidgeon, Maureen O'Hara, Donald Crisp, and Roddy McDowell. Join us as we discuss the film that beat Citizen Kane to the Best Picture Oscar.

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    The Kid (1921) Ep. 33 w/ special guest Ted Walch Nov 23, 2018

    In this episode, we're joined by teacher and film historian Ted Walch to discuss Charlie Chaplin's first feature length film, The Kid (1921), starring himself and Jackie Coogan.

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    The Wild Bunch (1969) Ep. 32 Nov 16, 2018

    In this episode, we discuss Sam Peckinpah's modernist western, The Wild Bunch (1969). Surrounding a ruthless, violent group of outlaws, starring William Holden, Ernest Borgnine, and Robert Ryan, The Wild Bunch redefined violence in American movies.

    The Wild Bunch is currently #79 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Pillow Talk (1959) Ep. 31 Nov 09, 2018

    In this episode, we're discussing the Doris Day, Rock Hudson romantic comedy, Pillow Talk (1959). This influential film's success is reflective of equal parts innovation for the genre going forward and inspiration from the screwball comedy that came before.

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    A Star is Born (1954) Ep. 30 Nov 02, 2018

    In this episode, we dive into the musical drama A Star is Born (1954), directed by George Cukor and starring Judy Garland and James Mason. We'll examine how this powerful film leverages Garland's performance and persona to devastating effect.

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    Psycho (1960) Ep. 29 Oct 26, 2018

    In this episode, we close out Alfred Hitchcock month with his legendary film Psycho (1960), starring Janet Leigh and Anthony Perkins. We discuss how Psycho represented the final undoing of Hitchcock's emblematic style, and acts as the ideal capstone to his storied career.

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    Rear Window (1954) Ep. 28 Oct 19, 2018

    In this episode we discuss the iconic Alfred Hitchcock thriller, Rear Window (1954), starring Jimmy Stewart and Grace Kelly. We'll breakdown how Hitchcock ramped up the suspense by centering the film on an everyday scenario and we'll continue to examine the importance of romance and trust to Hitchcock's films.

    Rear Window is currently #48 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Notorious (1946) Ep. 27 Oct 12, 2018

    In this episode, we discuss Alfred Hitchcock's Notorious (1946). Starring Ingrid Bergman, Cary Grant, and Claude Rains, this film is a trademark example of Hitchcock's ability to balance suspense, romance, and trust to tremendous effect. Join us for this unforgettable film.

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    The 39 Steps (1935) Ep. 26 Oct 05, 2018

    In this episode, we kick off Alfred Hitchcock month on Classic Movie Musts with a look at Hitchcock's first undisputed masterpiece The 39 Steps (1935). Starring Robert Donat and Madeleine Carroll, this "wrong-man" thriller established Hitchcock's directorial style.

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    Amadeus (1984) Ep. 25 Sep 28, 2018

    In this episode, we discuss Milos Foreman's Amadeus (1984), starring F. Murray Abraham and Tom Hulce. Despite having the pretensions of a biopic, Amadeus is really a subjective instrospection on the nature of genius. Nominated for 11 Academy Awards, Amadeus is #53 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movie of All Time.

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    Stage Door (1937) Ep. 24 Sep 21, 2018

    In this episode we breakdown the classic dramedy Stage Door (1937). Directed by Gregory LaCava and starring Katherine Hepburn and Ginger Rogers, amongst many other familiar faces, this film is determined by its historical context. We'll examine how this movie bends the conventions of the screwball comedy, balances comedy and cynicism surrounding the Great Depression, and skirts the Hollywood production code.

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    The Long Goodbye (1973) Ep. 23 Sep 14, 2018

    This is part two of our look at the evolution of the film noir detective genre. Today's episode will focus on the modernist film The Long Goodbye (1973), starring Elliott Gould, and examine how director Robert Altman exaggerates genre myths and conventions to appeal to a more analytical audience.

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    Murder, My Sweet (1944) Ep. 22 Sep 07, 2018

    This episode kicks off a two part look into the film noir detective mystery genre. This week's episode will explore the classical myths, conventions, and iconography associated with this genre as seen in Murder, My Sweet (1944). Murder, My Sweet was directed by Edward Dmytryk and stars Dick Powell and Claire Trevor.

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    Dr. Strangelove (1964) w/ Special Guest Ian Herrin Ep. 21 Aug 31, 2018

    In this episode, Max is joined by comedian Ian Herrin to discuss the Stanley Kubrick poltical satire, Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb. Starring Peter Sellers in a triumverate of rolls, along with George C. Scott, Sterling Hayden, and Slim Pickens, Dr. Strangelove perfectly captures Cold War fears and takes them to their extreme conclusion.

    Dr. Strangelove is #26 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    The African Queen (1951) Ep. 20 Aug 24, 2018

    In this episode, we go down river on The African Queen (1951). Directed by John Huston, and starring Humphrey Bogart and Katherine Hepburn, this movie deftly balances adventure, romance, and comedy.

    The African Queen is #17 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Malcolm X (1992) Ep. 19 Aug 17, 2018

    In this episode, we discuss the Spike Lee classic biopic, Malcolm X (1992). Starring Denzel Washington, this movie foregrounds all the classical elements that define the biopic genre. In doing so, it makes a controversial activist appealing to mainstream audiences.

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    The Ox-Bow Incident (1943) Ep. 18 Aug 10, 2018

    In this episode, we explore the film noir western, The Ox-Bow Incident (1943), starring Henry Fonda. This movie is a haunting introspection on the nature of masculinity. It's also a fascinating glimpse into the pschye of America on the eve of World War II. This film beautifully and hauntingly combines the themes of the film noir and the icons of the western.

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    Blade Runner (1982) Ep. 17 Aug 03, 2018

    In this episode, we discuss the science fiction classic, Blade Runner (1982). Directed by Ridley Scott, and starring Harrison Ford, this film epitomizes the melding of science fiction, film noir, and cyberpunk. What's more, this film does not appeal to mainstream scifi tendencies, making it all the richer for deep analysis.

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    The Court Jester (1955) Ep. 16 Jul 27, 2018

    In this episode, we delve into the musical/historical spectacle hybrid, The Court Jester (1955). Directed by Melvin Frank and Norman Panama, and starring Danny Kaye, Basil Rathbone, and Angela Lansbury. This film epitomizes an era of genre experimentation and lavish Hollywood spending.

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    Taxi Driver (1976) Ep. 15 Jul 20, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts, we breakdown the iconic film Taxi Driver (1976). Directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Robert De Niro and Cybil Shepard. The film also features Jodi Foster and Harvey Keitel.

    Taxi Driver is #47 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    It Happened One Night (1934) Ep. 14 Jul 13, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts, we discuss the original screwball comedy It Happened One Night (1934). Directed by Frank Capra and starring Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert.

    It Happened One Night is #35 on AFI's Top 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Lawrence of Arabia (1962) Ep. 13 Jul 06, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts we break down the epic adventure Lawrence of Arabia (1962). Directed by David Lean and starring Peter O'Toole, the film also features Alec Guinness, Anthony Quinn, Omar Sharif, and Claude Rains.

    Lawrence of Arabia is #5 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    White Heat (1949) Ep. 12 Jun 29, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts we taken in the epic culmination of the classic gangster film, White Heat (1949). Directed by Raoul Walsh and featuring and iconic performance by Jame Cagney.

    White Heat is #4 on AFI's Top Gangster Films.

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    Two For The Road (1967) Ep. 11 Jun 22, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts we discuss the Audrey Hepburn classic Two for the Road (1967). Directed by Stanley Donen, the film also stars Albert Finney. This movie must is an introspection on marriage and time.

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    All About Eve (1950) Ep. 10 Jun 15, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts we take on the classic drama All About Eve (1950), starring Bette Davis and Anne Baxter.

    All About Eve is #16 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Apocalypse Now (1979) Ep. 9 Jun 08, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts, special guest Ignacio Garat joins to discuss the Francis Ford Coppola Vietnam War epic, Apocalypse Now (1979). Apocalypse Now stars Martin Sheen and Marlon Brando.

    Apocalypse Now is #28 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Meet Me in St. Louis (1944) Ep. 8 Jun 01, 2018

    In this episode of classic movie musts we sing the praises of the classic musical Meet Me in St. Louis (1944). Directed by Vincente Minnelli and starring Judy Garland, this movies marks the ascendancy of the integrated movie musical.

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    A Place in the Sun (1951) Ep. 7 May 25, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts we tackle the classic tragic romance, A Place in the Sun (1951). The film was directed by George Stevens and stars Montgomery Clift, Elizabeth Taylor, and Shelley Winters.

    A Place in the Sun ranks #92 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    The Big Lebowski (1998) Ep. 6 w/ Special Guest David Zabriskie May 18, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts, retired professional cyclist David Zabriskie joins to discuss the cult classic, The Big Lebowski (1998). Directed by the Coen brothers and starring Jeff Bridges and John Goodman.

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    Jaws (1975) Ep. 5 May 11, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts, we brave the Steven Spielberg horror classic, Jaws (1975). Jaws stars Roy Scheider, Richard Dreyfus, and Robert Shaw.

    Jaws is #48 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Stagecoach (1939) Ep. 4 May 04, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts we saddle up for the classic John Ford western Stagecoach (1939), the breakout film for John Wayne.

    Stagecoach is #63 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Some Like it Hot (1959) Ep. 3 Apr 27, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts, we laugh our way through the comedy masterpiece Some Like It Hot (1959), starring Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, and Jack Lemmon.

    Some Like it Hot is #14 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    The Maltese Falcon (1941) Ep. 2 Apr 27, 2018

    In this epsiode of Classic Movie Musts, we wade into the murky waters of film noir with the Humphrey Bogart classic, The Maltese Falcon (1941). Join us as we examine what makes this such a seminal film.

    The Maltese Falcon is #23 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Singin' in the Rain (1952) Ep. 1 Apr 27, 2018

    In this episode of Classic Movie Musts, we explore the iconic musical Singin' in the Rain (1952) and discuss what makes it an absolute movie must. Directed by Stanley Donen and starring Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds.

    Singin' in the Rain is #10 on AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

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    Classic Movie Musts Trailer Apr 21, 2018

    This is the trailer for the new weekly movie podcast, Classic Movie Musts. Every episode will explore a different classic film and discuss what makes it a movie must. New episodes post every Friday.

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