Year in Review – Journeys in Classic Film

Posted January 3, 20195 Comments Year in Review

My 16 Best New Discoveries of 2018

It was tricky keeping up with classic films this year. It’s not that I didn’t see many – I actually saw 137 films pre-1980 – but with a full-time freelancing … Continue Reading My 16 Best New Discoveries of 2018

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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 […]

Episode #62: Our TCMFF Picks April 3, 2019

The Ticklish Trio are prepping for the 10th annual TCM Classic Film Festival with a special episode. Sam and Kristen will be attending and share their highly tentative schedules while Drea recommends her favorites. We also answer a few of your questions! NEXT TIME: We honor Jayne Mansfield with special guest April Vieva discussing Will Success Spoil […]

Episode #61: Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde (1931) March 27, 2019

To go along with TCM's #MarchMadness tribute to Fredric March the Ticklish Trio discuss his Oscar-winning turn in the 1931 adaptation of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde. We discuss who could pull off a modern-day interpretation, our love for Miriam Hopkins, and Drea comes up with more new terms. Want access to exclusive content, early episodes, and merch? C […]