TCM Picks: February 15th- February 21st
What on earth is on television? It’s an age old question. 900 channels and yet a lot of times, there is nothing on. I’ve been pouring over the TCM schedule … Continue Reading TCM Picks: February 15th- February 21st
The Girl from U.N.C.L.E. Complete Series Vol. One (1965)
One of the best things about the development of physical media has been the opportunity it gives to preserve rare works of cinema and television. Wether it be that cult … Continue Reading The Girl from U.N.C.L.E. Complete Series Vol. One (1965)
The Doomsday Flight (1966)
This week, we here at Ticklish Business are continuing our examination of the famous ‘Airplane in Trouble’ sub-genre. If you watched any disaster films from from the middle of the … Continue Reading The Doomsday Flight (1966)
TCM Picks: January 25th- January 31st
If you haven’t discovered this already, one of my favorite pastimes is going through the TCM schedule. It’s like mining for gold, classic film style. Diving into this week, the … Continue Reading TCM Picks: January 25th- January 31st
The Crowded Sky (1960)
In my TCM Top 10 for December, I mentioned one my must-sees for the month was the largely unknown ‘Airplane in Trouble’ film Zero Hour. Well, while questing to catch … Continue Reading The Crowded Sky (1960)
Kim’s Top 5: Favorite ‘Airplane in Trouble’ Movies
I have a confession… And it isn’t very “studious film scholar of me”. Okay, here it goes, I enjoy disaster movies, particularly of the ‘Airplane in Trouble’ variety. Perhaps it … Continue Reading Kim’s Top 5: Favorite ‘Airplane in Trouble’ Movies
TCM Picks: January 18th- January 24th
It’s that time again! Here’s our list of the Ticklish Business TCM picks, for this third full week in January. This week looks to be rather wide ranging as it … Continue Reading TCM Picks: January 18th- January 24th
Fractured Flickers: A Critical Exploration
*Transcription of Video Below* We all have those formative cartoons that we remember. Yogi Bear, Garfield, The Simpsons, The Flintstones. Every generation has its favorite. When I was growing up, … Continue Reading Fractured Flickers: A Critical Exploration
Ticklish Business #101: Top 3 New Discoveries of 2020
It’s that time, wherein Kristen, Samantha, and Drea gather round to honor the new classic features they discovered in 2020. From the works of Paul Newman, to 1930s Edward G. … Continue Reading Ticklish Business #101: Top 3 New Discoveries of 2020
The Girl From Mexico (1939)
I wish the name Lupe Velez was known throughout the world. Lupe was a colorful woman, both on-screen and off. But, like many of my favorite Golden Age celebs, it … Continue Reading The Girl From Mexico (1939)
TCM Picks: January 11th- January 17th
We’re back for our regularly scheduled TCM picks! Listen up everyone, I’m stupidly excited for this week of programming! There’s lots of fun, delightful goodness, and a dash of Rod … Continue Reading TCM Picks: January 11th- January 17th
Interview: Scott Eyman Talks ‘Cary Grant – A Brilliant Disguise’
This interview originally aired on Ticklish Business. To listen to the full audio version click here. What drew you to want to tell Archie Leach’s story, especially considering how many … Continue Reading Interview: Scott Eyman Talks ‘Cary Grant – A Brilliant Disguise’
You’re the Ginchiest: 20 Delightful Teen Idol Moments in Pop Culture
Sometimes it’s hard out there for a teen idol. When you’re hot, you’re scorching, but few artists seem to fall as fast (or as hard) as they do. Now, I’ve … Continue Reading You’re the Ginchiest: 20 Delightful Teen Idol Moments in Pop Culture
Ticklish Business #90: Viva Las Vegas (1964, w/Sheila O’Malley)
Special guest Sheila O’Malley joins the Ticklish Trio on a trip to the bright lights of Las Vegas as they discuss Elvis Presley’s 1964 musical Viva Las Vegas. Support the podcast … Continue Reading Ticklish Business #90: Viva Las Vegas (1964, w/Sheila O’Malley)
Ticklish Business Episode #47: Girl Happy (1965)
Author Tom Lisanti joins me to talk about his book, Talking Sixties Drive-In Movies and the 1965 Elvis Presley movie, Girl Happy.
Love Me Tender (1956)
I grew up watching my fair share of Elvis movies as a child. I remember loving the hip swinging vibe of his fun (but perhaps a bit formulaic) mid-1960s fair. … Continue Reading Love Me Tender (1956)
