costume drama – Ticklish Business

Posted May 28, 20127 Comments 1990s

Elizabeth (1998)

This has been reposted as part of the LAMB Acting School on Cate Blanchett. Check out the LAMB to see the rest of the entries. In the interest of truly understanding … Continue Reading Elizabeth (1998)

Posted April 7, 20126 Comments 1980s

A Room with a View (1985)

Costume dramas aren’t all made equal! When my friends recommend movies to me and say “it’s a costume drama, you’ll love it” I have to bite my tongue because they’re … Continue Reading A Room with a View (1985)

Ticklish Business

#104: Julie Garfield On Her Father, John Garfield February 24, 2021

Two years ago Kristen sat down to talk to Julie Garfield about her famous father, actor John Garfield. The interview is finally out in honor of Garfield's upcoming birthday and his Star of the Month tribute. Kristen and Julie talk HUAC, a possible John Garfield biopic, and Julie's own acting career. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more […]

#103: Lana Turner Centennial February 10, 2021

We're talking about not one but two features to celebrate the centennial of the ultimate glamour girl, Lana Turner. We deconstruct the Peyton Place (1957) and Imitation of Life (1959), as well as getting into the murky waters of the death of Johnny Stompanato. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more by becoming a Patron. Visit our Patreon page […]

#102: Donna Reed and From Here to Eternity (1953) January 27, 2021

We're celebrating actress Donna Reed's centennial with a look at her career, the nature of persona, and her Oscar-winning role in 1953's From Here to Eternity. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more by becoming a Patron. Visit our Patreon page.

#101: Top 3 New Discoveries of 2020 January 13, 2021

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. Robinson comedies, the Ticklish Trio says goodbye to 2020 by saluting the classics that kept them sane. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more by becoming a Patron. Visit […]

Wild About Newman December 30, 2020

Another Patreon pull for you this week as Kristen and special guests Lauren Humphries-Brooks and Diana Drumm get real about the looks, the charm, and the acting legacy of Paul Newman! If you'd like access to our bevy of bonus shows then consider supporting us via Patreon! We return with all-new episodes on January 13. Happy New Year!