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Posted May 15, 2019 Podcast

Episode #65: Creature From the Black Lagoon (1954)

Samantha and Kristen are back honoring the 65th anniversary of Creature From the Black Lagoon. They discuss the film’s origins, Millicent Patrick’s creature work, and whether the Creature is supposed to … Continue Reading Episode #65: Creature From the Black Lagoon (1954)

Posted September 15, 2012 Blogathon

Universal Backlot Blogathon: Saturday’s Contributors

I’m a little late with this post but that’s probably good considering I have all the links up and working! Tomorrow is the final day of the blogathon so be … Continue Reading Universal Backlot Blogathon: Saturday’s Contributors

Posted September 14, 20129 Comments Blogathon

Why I Adore the Universal Studios Backlot

I try my hardest to visit Universal Studios Hollywood whenever my family and I make it out to Los Angeles. It’s easier said than done considering we usually stay … Continue Reading Why I Adore the Universal Studios Backlot

Posted September 13, 20123 Comments Blogathon

Schedule for the Universal Backlot Blogathon

The Universal Backlot Blogathon is finally upon us! This weekend will be devoted entirely to the 100 years of Universal Studios and the films recorded on their backlot. … Continue Reading Schedule for the Universal Backlot Blogathon

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#109: Top 3 TCM Classic Film Festival Memories May 5, 2021

We may not be gathering in-person this year for the TCM Classic Film Festival, but in its place we'll be sharing the top 3 memories we have from festivals past. We also have some podcast and TCM friends chiming in with the fest moments that make them smile. Be sure to drop into our 3 TCM Film Festival Zooms (one for Patrons only) this week in celebrat […]

#108: Kym Karath on Child Star Stardom and 'Sound of Music' April 21, 2021

Actress Kym Karath sits down with Kristen and Kimberly to discuss being a child star, her memories of working with Christopher Plummer in The Sound of Music, and meeting Paul Newman. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more by becoming a Patron. Visit our Patreon page. If we hit 1,000 followers on Twitter or Instagram we'll give away a prize pa […]

#107: Bob Koster On His Father, Henry Koster April 7, 2021

Bob Koster joins Kristen and Kimberly to talk about his father, director Henry Koster. Hear about Henry's journey out of Germany, what makes his movies special, and Kristen confesses to not seeing a pretty significant feature. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more by becoming a Patron. Visit our Patreon page.

#106: Christopher Plummer and The Sound of Music (1965) March 24, 2021

Earlier this year we lost the great Christopher Plummer and in his honor we're talking about his star-making role in The Sound of Music. Though the role didn't immediately please Plummer we talk about his power as Captain Von Trapp, the majestic of the music, and why Hello, Dolly murdered the musical genre. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts […]

#105: Mildred Pierce (1945 with William Schoell) March 10, 2021

Joan Crawford: The Essential Biography author William Schoell sits down with Kristen and Samantha to talk about Joan Crawford, her career at MGM, and her Oscar-winning role in 1945's Mildred Pierce. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more by becoming a Patron. Visit our Patreon page.