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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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What if you could get a front row seat on a journey through the best and worst horror movies of the past half-century, all rated on Rotten Tomatoes? Brace yourself for an eerie tour with your hosts, Chad Campbell and Mike Carron, as they dissect each film with a surgeon's precision and a fan's passion. Our story began on a mundane work day, when two colleagues, Chad and Mike, decided to start a podcast centered on their shared love for horror films. The search for a genre was a winding, conv ...
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In the vast realm of film rankings – AFI's 100, Sight & Sound's Greats, 1001 To See Before You Die, IMDB's Top 250, Roger Ebert's Picks, and so on – there's a glaring omission: STAKES! Picture this: an asteroid the size of Texas hurtling toward Earth, a threat even Bruce Willis and his motley crew of oil drillers can't thwart. We're left with a front-row seat to our impending doom. Fear not, fellow film nerds, for we've constructed a fallout shelter, a haven for cinematic survival. Sadly, th ...
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Here on Flashbacks we like to get all nostalgia-like about the movies of our past. Movies from the 80’s, 90’s, and early 2000’s that have shaped the way we look at cinema and pop culture today, and how those movies have given us insights and hope in our everyday lives.
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Let's be honest, we all have movies that we love despite what our common sense tells us. It's not so much a question of why that we're interested in, but how embarrassed are you to defend your love of one of these terrible films! Join host Lou Hare and his merry band of cinematic masochists as they review the movies we love to hate!
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The podcast where we love to hate movies! Comedian Jay Light sits down with a guest to talk smack about a movie they wish they hadn't watched.
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After 50 years, Star Trek continues on film and TV, and we are here to do reviews of all the new episodes while taking a look back. Join us as we Discover Star Trek!
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CLASH OF THE TITLES sees two movies with something in common go head to head in a fight to the death! Well, not death. We just decide which one is better. Then kill the other! Or not. Every week Alex Zane, Vicky Crompton and Chris Tilly thrust a pair of films with a connection into the arena of combat – or, com-chat - with only one emerging as the winner! Remakes Vs Originals, Alien Rip Off Vs Alien Rip Off, Film with Talking Animal Vs Film with Talking Animal, Massive Ruddy Volcano Movie Vs ...
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My podcast explores the many different ways stories are told on film! Everything from the writing, to the directing, acting, cinematography, among much much more ! This will educate industry professionals and film buffs from around the world! Each week with a guest we will be doing in-depth Reviews on two movies that work as a double bill. I will also have different Movie industry professionals on to interview them about their life and career! If you're a film lover this podcast is for you ! ...
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The Hays Gaze Front Row Classics welcomes entertainment journalist/historian Tara McNamara. Tara is co-hosting this month’s TCM Spotlight, The Hays Gaze, alongside Dave Karger. The weekly series highlights the anniversary and influence of The Hays Code. Tara and Dave will present different film pairings before and after the implementation of censor…
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CLASSICS-TCM's The Hays Gaze-Interview with Tara McNamara
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Front Row Classics welcomes entertainment journalist/historian Tara McNamara. Tara is co-hosting this month's TCM Spotlight, The Hays Gaze, alongside Dave Karger. The weekly series highlights the anniversary and influence of The Hays Code. Tara and Dave will present different film pairings before and after the implementation of censorship in Hollyw…
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We will need to reshuffle our schedule slightly. Our '80s Summer Comedies' will now be released in August. We will be taking a few weeks off this July and early August to accommodate some of our vacation schedules, but stay tuned, new episodes are on their way!By Nathan Suher
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The Wild Bunch Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most groundbreaking films of the late 60s. The Wild Bunch marked the end of an era for the classic American western. Brandon is joined by Jay Hoffman of Front Row Flashbacks to discuss Sam Peckinpah’s violent revisionist take on the Old West. The hosts discuss the legendary cast inclu…
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Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most groundbreaking films of the late 60s. The Wild Bunch marked the end of an era for the classic American western. Brandon is joined by Jay Hoffman of Front Row Flashbacks to discuss Sam Peckinpah's violent revisionist take on the Old West. The hosts discuss the legendary cast including William Ho…
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Ep. 43: Steve Miner's "Friday the 13th Part 3" (1982)
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Ever wondered what makes a horror movie both laughable and iconic? Join us as we rip into the perplexing world of Steve Miner's 1982 masterpiece of mayhem, "Friday the 13th, Part 3," a film that earned a cringeworthy 7% on Rotten Tomatoes. We start with a rundown of Jason Voorhees' latest rampage at Crystal Lake, setting the scene with our "Siniste…
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Sign of the Cross Front Row Classics welcomes Ryan Bijan this week. Ryan is founder and host of Cowtown Movie Classics which curates classic films for movie goers in Fort Worth, TX. Brandon and Ryan are discussing Cecil B DeMille’s 1932 pre-code epic film, The Sign of the Cross. The film, starring Fredric March, Claudette Colbert and Charles Laught…
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Front Row Classics welcomes Ryan Bijan this week. Ryan is founder and host of Cowtown Movie Classics which curates classic films for movie goers in Fort Worth, TX. Brandon and Ryan are discussing Cecil B DeMille's 1932 pre-code epic film, The Sign of the Cross. The film, starring Fredric March, Claudette Colbert and Charles Laughton, perfectly illu…
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June Wrap-up / Pride Awards / 2024 Mid Year Top 5
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It's time for our monthly wrap-up show! On this episode we hand out our June Pride Awards, including unique categories like Wingman/Wingwoman and Scene Stealer. We rank our top films for this series and unveil our mid-year top five movies of 2024. The episode also features a look ahead at anticipated films and a tribute to Donald Sutherland. Finall…
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Ep. 42: Tobe Hooper's "Poltergeist" (1982)
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Have you ever wondered how a seemingly playful ghost story can transform into an absolute nightmare? In this episode of "Screams and Streams," we take you on a thrilling journey through Tobe Hooper's 1982 horror gem "Poltergeist." We kick things off by reminiscing about our initial reactions to the film's blend of light-hearted Spielbergian element…
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Let’s Get Together Front Row Classics is traveling back to the Disney Studios in the 1960s. Brandon is joined by author, Morgan Matson to discuss 1961’s The Parent Trap. Morgan is a New York Times bestselling novelist, who also happens to be a film buff. Brandon and Morgan celebrate the charm and fun that keeps this movie timeless 6 decades later. …
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Front Row Classics is traveling back to the Disney Studios in the 1960s. Brandon is joined by author, Morgan Matson to discuss 1961's The Parent Trap. Morgan is a New York Times bestselling novelist, who also happens to be a film buff. Brandon and Morgan celebrate the charm and fun that keeps this movie timeless 6 decades later. We celebrate the re…
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Gesundheit! We’re taking a look at one of the most suspenseful crime dramas of the 1970s. Brandon is joined by lawyer and journalist, Matt Belenky, to discuss 1974’s The Taking of Pelham One Two Three. Brandon and Matt praise the deliberately paced direction by Joseph Sargent. The movie perfectly mixed suspense with quirky comedy thanks to the scri…
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CLASSICS-Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974)
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We're taking a look at one of the most suspenseful crime dramas of the 1970s. Brandon is joined by lawyer and journalist, Matt Belenky, to discuss 1974's The Taking of Pelham One Two Three. Brandon and Matt praise the deliberately paced direction by Joseph Sargent. The movie perfectly mixed suspense with quirky comedy thanks to the script by Peter …
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Join us as we wrap up our June Pride retrospective with the 1996 film "Lilies," directed by John Greyson. We're thrilled to have screenwriter and playwright Duncan Pflaster as our special guest. While "Lilies" might be the most obscure film we've covered on the podcast, it's definitely worth a watch! Find Duncan Pflaster online - duncanpflaster.com…
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Ep. 41: Adrzej Zulawski's "Possession" (1981)
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What happens when a cult classic film leaves our guest completely baffled and one of our hosts downright furious? Tune in to this episode of "Screams and Streams" as we grapple with Andrzej Żuławski's 1981 enigmatic masterpiece, "Possession." We promise a roller-coaster of emotions as Chad summarizes the film's complex plot before diving headfirst …
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Heather on the Hill Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most underrated of MGM’s great output of movie musicals. Brandon is joined by jazz singer Mary-Catherine Pazzano and her husband Dana Harrison to discuss 1954’s Brigadoon. Vincente Minnelli’s adaptation of the classic Lerner & Loewe musical is a mixed bag of highs and lows. Gene …
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Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most underrated of MGM's great output of movie musicals. Brandon is joined by jazz singer Mary-Catherine Pazzano and her husband Dana Harrison to discuss 1954's Brigadoon. Vincente Minnelli's adaptation of the classic Lerner & Loewe musical is a mixed bag of highs and lows. Gene Kelly gives one of h…
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Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019) / June Pride #2
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Join Nathan, Bee, and Sam as they dive deep into 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire' in the second episode of their June Pride exploration. The intense romance between Marianne and Héloïse, the film's breathtaking cinematography, and its exquisite sound mixing create a truly one of a kind cinematic experience. 02:04 - Walmart Woes 04:07 - This Week's Movi…
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Ep. 40: Sam Raimi's "The Evil Dead" (1981)
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What happens when you mix a classic horror film with a custom-themed cocktail? Join us on Screams and Streams as we launch our new segment, Sinister Sips, featuring the "Sour of the Dead" while we dissect Sam Raimi's spine-chilling 1981 movie, Evil Dead. Alongside guest Sam Schreiner, we delve into the eerie plotlines, groundbreaking special effect…
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So Proudly We Hail Front Row Classics is celebrating World War II on film with 1943’s So Proudly We Hail. This movie is one of the finest illustrations of the impact women had on the front lines as opposed to the home front. Jessica Pickens returns to celebrate all aspects of this remarkable film with Brandon. We pay tribute to the amazing cast hea…
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Front Row Classics is celebrating World War II on film with 1943's So Proudly We Hail. This movie is one of the finest illustrations of the impact women had on the front lines as opposed to the home front. Jessica Pickens returns to celebrate all aspects of this remarkable film with Brandon. We pay tribute to the amazing cast headed by Claudette Co…
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The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994) / June Pride #1
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Join hosts Nathan, Sam, and Bee as they don their most fabulous sequins and embark on a wild, heartwarming ride through the Outback with our special guest, Rob Kersey! In this Pride Month special, we're diving into the iconic film "The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert". Get ready for a whirlwind of laughter, deep dives into drag culture…
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Ep. 39: Jimmy Huston's "Final Exam" (1981)
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How does a slasher film flop so spectacularly that it becomes a cult classic? Join us on Screams and Streams as we explore the enigma that is Jimmy Huston's 1981 horror flick, "Final Exam." The action takes place at a small North Carolina college, where students find themselves targeted by a mysterious killer during their exam break. We kick things…
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Afraid I’ll Shock the Duchess? Front Row Classics welcomes back Madeline Hanson to take a look at two films with much of the same DNA. We’re taking a look at 1932’s Red Dust and its’ 1953 remake Mogambo. Both films feature the King himself, Clark Gable, playing the same role 21 years apart. Brandon and Madeline discuss the chemistry he has with bot…
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Front Row Classics welcomes back Madeline Hanson to take a look at two films with much of the same DNA. We're taking a look at 1932's Red Dust and its' 1953 remake Mogambo. Both films feature the King himself, Clark Gable, playing the same role 21 years apart. Brandon and Madeline discuss the chemistry he has with both Jean Harlow and Ava Gardner r…
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May Wrap-Up / Mad Max Awards / Movie Musings
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Our May Wrap-up episode. A time to reflect on MAD MAY, in which we watched all the films in the Mad Max franchise, including the latest, 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga'. 00:00 Reflections on the franchise and recent box office 03:05 Mad Max Awards 19:54 Ranking the Franchise 24:24 Movie Musings Take our Poll - Help shape the future of our Podcast! Sign u…
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Forbidden Cocktails Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome author André Darlington. André is the author of the latest book from TCM, “Forbidden Cocktails: Libations Inspired by the World of Pre-Code Hollywood”. The book is packaged handsomely with a sleek layout and gorgeous photos. Brandon and André discuss the history of pre-code films and how…
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CLASSICS-Forbidden Cocktails Interview with André Darlington
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Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome author André Darlington. André is the author of the latest book from TCM, "Forbidden Cocktails: Libations Inspired by the World of Pre-Code Hollywood". The book is packaged handsomely with a sleek layout and gorgeous photos. Brandon and André discuss the history of pre-code films and how Prohibition affecte…
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Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024) / Mad May #5
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Welcome to the Wasteland! In our final episode of Mad May we bring on a special guest, filmmaker, playwright, comic book writer, banker???, and all around amazing guy Lenny Schwartz! Lenny has probably watched more movies then all three of us hosts combined. Lenny is an accomplished playwright having penned dozens and dozens of plays and operates T…
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Ep. 38: John Landis's "An American Werewolf in London (1981)
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Unlock the secrets behind the eerie moors and dark London streets as we peel back the layers of John Landis's 1981 classic, "An American Werewolf in London." Prepare for a full moon's worth of insights as we recount our first encounters with this horror-comedy that still sends chills down our spines. From the electric dynamic of the lead actors to …
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Ordinary People Front Row Classics is taking a look at the 1980 Oscar winner for Best Picture this week. Brandon is joined by Spencer Davis to discuss Robert Redford’s Ordinary People. The film, which marked Redford’s directorial debut, was a huge hit despite its very complex subject matter. It very sensitively portrays topics such as mental illnes…
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Front Row Classics is taking a look at the 1980 Oscar winner for Best Picture this week. Brandon is joined by Spencer Davis to discuss Robert Redford's Ordinary People. The film, which marked Redford's directorial debut, was a huge hit despite its very complex subject matter. It very sensitively portrays topics such as mental illness , grief and fa…
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Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) / Mad May #4
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Mad Max Fury Road is unanimously considered one of the greatest action films of all time, and also one of the most discussed films on podcasts...hence we have a little fun on the show with a NFL style draft where Sam and Bee pick the ultimate team of characters based on the Mad Max universe to run their Ice Cream Truck business. Nathan shares some …
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Ep. 37: Stanley Kubrick's "The Shining" (1980) Part 2
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Step into the chilling corridors of Stanley Kubrick's "The Shining" with us as we scrutinize Jack Torrance's haunting descent into madness and the eerie intricacies of the Overlook Hotel. Our latest episode peels back the layers of this horror classic, laying bare the differences between King's novel and Kubrick's vision. Feel the emotional weight …
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Match me, Sidney! We’re taking a look at one of the most uncompromising, ruthless films of the 1950s this week. 1957’s Sweet Smell of Success is a movie unlike any other. Brandon and Emmett Stanton take a look at the unforgettable performances of Burt Lancaster and Tony Curtis as J.J. Hunsecker and Sidney Falco. The acidly poetic screenplay by Erne…
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We're taking a look at one of the most uncompromising, ruthless films of the 1950s this week. 1957's Sweet Smell of Success is a movie unlike any other. Brandon and Emmett Stanton take a look at the unforgettable performances of Burt Lancaster and Tony Curtis as J.J. Hunsecker and Sidney Falco. The acidly poetic screenplay by Ernest Lehman and Clif…
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Special Episode - A Conversation with Demetri Martin
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Demetri Martin sits down with Craig from The Front Row Network to discuss his latest comedy special on Netflix, "Demetri Deconstructed." This is the first of a trilogy of specials which will also release on Netflix. "Demetri Deconstructed" is shot using a New Wave French cinema style, Demetri discusses the choices he made in curating the new specia…
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Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985) / Mad May #3
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Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome one of the most bizarrely entertaining and head scratching films to emerge from the 80s. Join Nathan, Sam, and Bee as they navigate through the desert of chaos, where survival is an art form and Thunderdome is the ultimate arena of justice. Expect the unexpected as we dissect the film's quirkiest moments, debate the ethic…
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Ep. 36: Stanley Kubrick's "The Shining" (1980) Part 1
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Ever wonder what makes "The Shining" not just a great movie but a study in psychological horror? Join us and our special guest TJ, as we dissect Stanley Kubrick's haunting masterpiece. Delve beyond Jack Nicholson's iconic performance and the chilling corridors of the Overlook Hotel, as we explore the film's divergence from Stephen King's novel, the…
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Happy Birthday James Mason! Front Row Classics is celebrating one of the most respected actors of the Golden Age of Hollywood. March 15th marks the birthday of James Mason. Brandon is happy to welcome Mason’s grandson, James Duke Mason to the show. Duke is a writer, commentator and advocate. We discuss his experiences living in both LA and Europe a…
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Front Row Classics is celebrating one of the most respected actors of the Golden Age of Hollywood. March 15th marks the birthday of James Mason. Brandon is happy to welcome Mason's grandson, James Duke Mason to the show. Duke is a writer, commentator and advocate. We discuss his experiences living in both LA and Europe as well as his life in both s…
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The Road Warrior (1981) / Mad May #2
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This week we discuss George Miller's second entry in the Mad Max franchise, the 1981 super V8 charged 'The Road Warrior'. A movie that became the blueprint for action films. Joining us on the pod is Adam Ginsberg. Adam is an award winning actor, voice artist, producer of theater and film, podcaster, and co-CEO of both TwitchTwitch Productions and G…
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Ep. 35: Emmett Alston's "New Year's Evil" (1980)
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Ever wondered what happens when a punk rock icon becomes the centerpiece of a murderously bad New Year's countdown? Well, strap in for a riotous ride with us as we dissect the slasher cult classic "New Year's Evil" with a Rotten Tomatoes score that's begging for a second opinion. From the twisted timeline to the killer's zany cross-country rampage,…
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Welcome Tinseltown Maddie! Front Row Classics welcomes Madeline Hanson this week. Maddie is a passionate classic film fan with her own social media series called “Tinseltown Maddie”. She looks at the Golden Age of Hollywood with a comedic twist on both Instagram and TikTok. Brandon and Maddie discuss classic film fandom, some favorite movies and pa…
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Front Row Classics welcomes Madeline Hanson this week. Maddie is a passionate classic film fan with her own social media series called "Tinseltown Maddie". She looks at the Golden Age of Hollywood with a comedic twist on both Instagram and TikTok. Brandon and Maddie discuss classic film fandom, some favorite movies and pay tribute to the likes of J…
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Welcome to MAD MAY! We will be watching every film in the Mad Max franchise. Of course we take it back to where it all started with the 1979 original. This film may have a low budget, but it's still one of the most gritty adrenaline-fueled films ever put on celluloid. Time Stamps 01:55 Choosing Our Biker Names and Mannequin Partners 03:32 Diving in…
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Ep. 34: Ken Russell’s "Altered States" (1980)
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Have you ever plunged into the depths of your own consciousness? Screams and Streams takes you on an electrifying ride through Ken Russell's "Altered States," a film that not only tells a story but also promises to shift your perception of reality. Mike and I dissect the protagonist's harrowing journey fueled by substance use and a relentless drive…
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Hooray for Hollywood! Brandon is back from Hollywood! This year’s Turner Classic Movies’ Classic Film Festival proved to be even more memorable than last year’s. Craig McFarland joins Brandon to break down each day of the Fest. From memorable screenings to the WB Studio tour, we’re taking a look back at a jam packed 5 days. FEATURING: Brandon Davis…
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Brandon is back from Hollywood. This year's Turner Classic Movies' Classic Film Festival proved to be even more memorable than last year's. Craig McFarland joins Brandon to break down each day of the Fest. From memorable screenings to the WB Studio tour, we're taking a look back at a jam packed 5 days.…
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