Front Row Classics: A Hollywood Golden Age Podcast

Nov 19 2024 262 ep. 118

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There are some movies that simply traverse the limits of time. Movies that never age and always speak sublime truths to us all. These are the movies that will last forever. These are the movies we long to discuss. These are the Classics.

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Ep. 254- Sullivan’s Travels

Sullivan’s Travels Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most beloved comedy classics from the 1940s. We’re celebrating Preston Sturges’ masterpiece, Sullivan’s Travels. Brandon is joined by New York Times bestselling author, Morgan Matson, to break down this hilarious and heartwarming tribute to the art of comedy. Brandon and Morgan discuss … Continue reading

Ep. 253- Tootsie

Dorothy Michaels Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most beloved comedies in film history. Brandon is joined by Christian Keys to celebrate 1982’s Tootsie. Christian is Associate Producer for One Day to Love, a podcast hosted by actress Tonja Walker. He also happens to be a classic film aficionado. Brandon … Continue reading Ep. 253- Tootsie →

Ep. 252- Michael Curtiz-Interview with Alan K. Rode

Bring On the Empty Horses Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome film historian/preservationist Alan K. Rode to the podcast. Alan has been at the forefront of classic film community for many years. He has produced and hosted annual film festivals, produced documentaries & audio commentaries and authored two notable cinema biographies. Brandon and Alan … Continue reading Ep. 25

Ep. 251-Not Even Nominated-Interview with John DiLeo

Not Even Nominated Front Row Classics welcomes back author, John DiLeo, to discuss his latest book : “Not Even Nominated: 40 Overlooked Costars of Oscar-Winning Performances”. The book takes a look at forty overlooked performances by actors whose co-stars took home the gold on Oscar night. The book celebrates performances ranging from the silent era … Continue reading Ep. 251

Ep. 250- National Velvet

National Velvet Front Row Classics is once again celebrating MGM’s 100th anniversary with a look at a timeless family classics. Brandon welcome back friend of the podcast, Matt Duffy, to talk about 1944’s National Velvet. Brandon and Matt celebrate the remarkable performances of Elizabeth Taylor and Mickey Rooney at the height of their adolescent stardom. … Continue reading E

Ep. 249- A Face in the Crowd

Lonesome Rhodes Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most daring, satirical films to ever come out of Hollywood. Brandon is joined, once again, by author & film historian Chris Yogerst. Chris recently penned “The Warner Brothers” for the University Press of Kentucky. A Face in the Crowd is a signature … Continue reading Ep. 249- A Face in the Crowd →

Ep. 248- Carrie (1976)

They’re All Gonna Laugh at You! Happy Halloween from Front Row Classics. Brandon welcomes back Emmett Stanton to take a look at Brian DePalma’s Carrie. Based on Stephen King’s novel, Carrie remains as effective as it was in 1976. It not only remains a horror classic but also an indictment of bullying. Brandon and Emmett … Continue reading Ep. 248- Carrie (1976) →

Ep. 247-Corman/Poe Double Feature with Jackson Cooper

And the House of Usher Was No More Front Row Classics is celebrating the late Roger Corman with a double dose of films from his lauded Poe Cycle in the 1960s. Brandon is joined by Jackson Cooper, Executive Director of the American Genre Film Archive, to break down House of Usher (1960) and Tomb of … Continue reading Ep. 247-Corman/Poe Double Feature with Jackson Cooper →

Ep. 246- The Haunting (1963)

Welcome to Hill House Front Row Classics welcomes back Larry Aubrey to discuss a spine-chilling favorite just in time for Halloween. Robert Wise’s The Haunting is one of the greatest ghost stories ever put on film. Brandon and Larry celebrate the performances of Julie Harris, Claire Bloom, Russ Tamblyn & Richard Johnson who truly make … Continue reading Ep. 246- The Haunting (1

Ep. 245- The DePalma Decade-Interview with Laurent Bouzereau

The DePalma Decade Front Row Classics welcomes celebrated author and filmmaker, Laurent Bouzereau. Laurent has penned a new book celebrating the work of Brian DePalma. “The DePalma Decade” takes a look at seven defining films from 1972-1981. Laurent uses analysis, production histories & recollections of cast, crew and DePalma himself to tell the story of … Continue reading Ep