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Posted March 20, 20192 Comments General Information

Kristen Takes the D23 Walt Disney Studios Tour

You might remember that one of the first goals I ever set out for this site was to watch and review every single Disney animated feature, which I did (up … Continue Reading Kristen Takes the D23 Walt Disney Studios Tour

Posted December 8, 20129 Comments 1940s

The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad (1949)

You might call this cheating, but this review ran already. It originally ran as part of my Halloween films, so if you missed it the first time here it is. … Continue Reading The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad (1949)

Posted November 3, 20125 Comments 1940s

Saludos Amigos (1942)

Halloween has come and gone and we’re back on our weekend schedule; starting with a return to the Disney Vault! We last left Disney at Bambi (although I did post … Continue Reading Saludos Amigos (1942)

Posted October 29, 20126 Comments 1960

Old Hollywood Book Reviews: Twitch Upon a Star

So far this feature has focused on books devoted to classic film but I just couldn’t pass up an opportunity to read and review Twitch Upon a Star: The Bewitched … Continue Reading Old Hollywood Book Reviews: Twitch Upon a Star

Posted September 22, 20126 Comments 1940s

Dumbo (1941)

Back with another edition of Journeys in the Disney Vault. I should mention we’ll see this series next week but once October hits we’ll only see it once as … Continue Reading Dumbo (1941)

Posted September 8, 201211 Comments 1940s

Fantasia (1940)

It’s been at least fifteen years since I’ve seen Fantasia and yet this is the first time I’ve seen it all the way through. There’s no denying this is … Continue Reading Fantasia (1940)

Posted March 25, 20129 Comments 1930s

Top 10 Favorite Movies of the 1930s

I figured I’d do something a little different in today’s entry and do a list…my first of hopefully many. I started with a list of my ten favorite movies of … Continue Reading Top 10 Favorite Movies of the 1930s

Ticklish Business

Episode #67: Ikiru (1952) June 12, 2019

The Ticklish Trio travel to Japan to discuss the first foreign film in our show's history. We dissecting Akira Kurosawa's 1952 drama Ikiru. We talk about influences, both classic and contemporary, the film's historical significance, and more! Want to support Ticklish Business and get access to early episodes and exclusive merchandise? Consid […]

Episode #66: Stagecoach (1939) and the Complicated Legacy of John Wayne May 29, 2019

In honor of John Wayne's birthday the Ticklish Trio discuss Wayne's star introduction in the 1939 John Ford Western, Stagecoach. They also find time to discuss his complicated views in 2019, the infamous Playboy interview, and how "cancelled culture" works (or doesn't) in today's era. Want to support Ticklish Business and get ac […]

Episode #65: Creature From the Black Lagoon (1954) May 15, 2019

Samantha and Kristen are back honoring the 65th anniversary of Creature From the Black Lagoon. They discuss the film's originals, Millicent Patrick's creature work, and whether the Creature is supposed to have a gender. Check out Mallory O'Meara's new book on Millicent Patrick, The Lady From the Black Lagoon! Want to support Ticklish Busi […]

Episode #64: The Black Swan (1942) May 1, 2019

In honor of Tyrone Power's birthday Samantha and Kristen look at his career and his 1942 swashbuckler, The Black Swan. They also answer your listener questions and announce the winner of their Warner Archive contest. Want to support Ticklish Business and get access to early episodes and exclusive merchandise? Consider supporting us on Patreon. NEXT […]

Episode #63: Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter? (1957) April 24, 2019

In honor of Jayne Mansfield's birthday I'm joined by guest, Mansfield biographer April Vevea sits down to talk with me about the buxom actress, Frank Tashlin's directorial prowess, and the changing landscape of the 1950s. Buy April's book, Puffblicity over on Amazon! Also, you still have time to enter to win 3 new Warner Archive DVDs. J […]