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Arthur Veenema & Andrew Slaughter
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A Century in Cinema
2018 MANDY
What is the cult-classic Nicolas Cage film Mandy actually about? We discuss the masculinity and religious overtones of this insane film from director Panos Cosmatos.In our Patreon episode, we talk way too much about Neon Genesis EvangelionWhere to watch MandyThe Vulture review / thinkpieceWhere to watch A Hidden Life (2019)
2022-11-15
59 min
A Century in Cinema
2017 A GHOST STORY
A Ghost Story offers us a remedy to nihilistic thoughts as we discuss the isolation and depression of our modern age, we also talk about A24 as a brand, what a $100,000 film looks like, as well as Red Letter Media and film criticism on the internet, . We also talk about the #metoo movement that marks a cultural shift in the entertainment industry.Join us on Patreon as we read Redbox reviews for other filmsWhere to watch A Ghost StoryRed Letter Media's reviewWhere to watch Mandy (2018)
2022-11-08
1h 23
A Century in Cinema
2016 THE HANDMAIDEN
Worldwide political extremism has a lot of us turning to film and entertainment in 2016. We talk about Park Chan-wook's The Handmaiden, a South Korean film that Andrew has been looking forward to discussing since the beginning of the podcast. Topics include LGBTQ cinema, how to conduct sex scenes, and the Japanese colonization of Korea in the 1930s.Join our Patreon for our FRESH theater lobby report of Decision to LeaveWhere to watch The HandmaidenNew Yorker review of The HandmaidenWhere to watch A Ghost Story (2017)
2022-11-01
1h 13
A Century in Cinema
2015 BONE TOMAHAWK
According to the NYT, the racial politics of Bone Tomahawk are "abysmal", and it may not be a film we enjoyed, but it makes for an episode packed with great discussions. We talk about what role western films have in contemporary Hollywood, the digital look of modern films, how we try to watch a movie we don't like, as well as the career and potential problems you might have with the director, S. Craig Zahler.Join our Patreon to know what it's like to fly an airplane into a hurricane!Where to watch Bone TomahawkThe NYT reviewThe Ringer a...
2022-10-25
1h 09
A Century in Cinema
2014 NOAH
What (if anything) does Darren Aronofsky's reinterpretaion of the biblical flood myth have to say about environmentalism in today's world? How does a $160 million blockbuster fit into the career of an indie director like Aronofsky? We discuss these questions and more as we talk about Noah.Join our Patreon for more Bible talk!Where to watch NoahKermode's Pope reviewFantasia 2000's adaptationWhere to watch Bone Tomahawk (2015)
2022-10-18
1h 02
A Century in Cinema
2013 THE DANCE OF REALITY
40 years after The Holy Mountain, we revisit famed director Alejandro Jodorowsky with his surreal autobiographical film, The Dance of Reality. What is it like for a midnight cult director to return to the world of cinema after so many years? We talk about what makes this film more approachable than Jodorowsky's other works, while still going into detail about the scene where someone urinates on someone else's face.Join our patreonWhere to watch The Dance of RealityYourMovieSucks reviewWhere to watch Noah (2014)
2022-10-11
1h 00
A Century in Cinema
2012 CLOUD ATLAS (feat. Noah Cannon)
Once again, we're joined by Noah Cannon who is here to help us wrangle the most labyrinthine film on our list: Cloud Atlas, technically one of the most expensive independent films ever made from the Wachowski sisters and Tom Tykwer. There's a lot to talk about: how history repeats itself, the many changes between the book and the movie, how this film has become something of a cult classic, the excitement of having a transgender director helming a huge film, and why we (as well as Tom Hanks) think you should give Cloud Atlas another shot if you overlooked...
2022-10-04
1h 34
A Century in Cinema
2011 YOUNG ADULT
We talk about leaving our home town, writing as therapy, mental illness in modern films, and more on this week's episode all about Young Adult.Join our Patreon for Andrew's take on Amazon's Rings of PowerWhere to watch Young AdultRoger Ebert's reviewWhere to watch Cloud Atlas (2012)
2022-09-27
58 min
A Century in Cinema
2010 CERTIFIED COPY
Abbas Kiarostami's Certified Copy inspires a variety of discussions about hyperreality, film festival bubbles, and why Iran banned a film directed by one of their greatest filmmakers.Join our Patreon for a discussion on the infamous 2010 OscarsWhere to watch Certified CopyMark Kermode's review of Certified CopyWhere to watch Young Adult (2011)
2022-09-20
56 min
A Century in Cinema
2009 DOGTOOTH
As the events of the Great Recession play out, we turn to Greece where the country's debt crisis is (or isn't) showcased in the dark allegory of Yorgos Lanthimos' Dogtooth.Join our Patreon to hear what other movie we were going to talk about for 2009Where to watch DogtoothThe Greek Prime Minister's thoughts on DogtoothWhere to watch Certified Copy (2010)
2022-09-13
1h 00
A Century in Cinema
2008 TWILIGHT
Twilight and the mania surrounding the franchise at the time offers us an opportunity to talk about fandoms, romance, (Cronenberg,) modern gothic-horror, and how volatile criticism is thrown at media made for women versus media made for men.Join our Patreon to learn how to throw the perfect partyWhere to watch TwilightMark Kermode's review of TwilightWhere to watch Dogtooth (2009)
2022-09-06
1h 02
A Century in Cinema
2007 PERSEPOLIS (feat. Élise Hanson)
In the wake of 9/11, anti-Muslim bigotry swept across the western world. Artists like Marjane Satrapi push against the hatred with her graphic novel turned animated film, Persepolis, showing audiences what it was really like to live through the Iranian revolution and war with Iraq. Local playwriter Élise Hanson joins us to talk about how films can help us empathize with other cultures and gain a deeper understanding of the people around the world.Join our Patreon, where we talk about Jordan Peele's NopeWhere to watch PersepolisRoger Ebert's reviewWhere to watch Twilight (2008)
2022-08-30
1h 02
A Century in Cinema
2006 VOLVER
We talk about the Spanish film Volver and the life of its esteemed director Pedro Almodóvar.Where to watch VolverRoger Ebert's reviewClip from Ebert & Roeper (with Mario Van Peebeles)Almodóvar Leading Ladies on Drag Race EspañaWhere to watch Persepolis (2007)
2022-08-23
56 min
A Century in Cinema
2005 A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE
A History of Violence inspires discussions of the American psyche in a post-9/11 world and survival of the fittest within the human species. We talk about how this film fits into the careers of David Cronenberg and Viggo Mortensen.On our Patreon: Andrew's least favorite films of 2005Where to watch A History of ViolenceRoger Ebert's reviewCinephilia and Beyond InterviewWhere to watch Volver (2006)
2022-08-16
1h 02
A Century in Cinema
2004 SAW
While the Saw franchise would later go on to be defined by blood and guts and 3D gimmicks, Arthur and Andrew really admire the genuine tension and horror of the first film. We discuss the successful career of James Wan, how horror films have changed since Saw, and the "gamification" of watching films.Join our Patreon for a Catwoman reviewWhere to watch SawRoger Ebert's reviewThe love triangle trapThe carousel trapWhere to watch A History of Violence (2005)
2022-08-09
52 min
A Century in Cinema
2003 SPRING, SUMMER, FALL, WINTER... AND SPRING
While the US launches a second war with Iraq, we turn to talk about the burgeoning Korean film industry and Kim Ki-Duk's Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter... and Spring. We discuss movies that tackle adult topics, how we relate to the philosophy in this movie, the life of the director, and The Passion of the Christ. Also, do arthouse films have to be boring?A Century in Cinema PatreonWhere to watch Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter... and SpringReelViews.com reviewWhere to watch Saw
2022-08-02
54 min
A Century in Cinema
2002 DEVDAS
Arthur and Andrew venture to the grandiose world of Bollywood to discuss Devdas. We talk about the major differences between the films we've come to expect in the west and the melodrama of the masala musical genre. We also talk about the state of musicals in the American film landscape.A Century in Cinema PatreonWhere to watch DevdasBollywood Boulevard reviewWhere to watch Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter... and Spring (2003)*Mandy Moore, not Marilyn Monroe
2022-07-26
57 min
A Century in Cinema
2001 NO MAN'S LAND
For Arthur and Andrew, the Bosnian War of the 1990s may have been overshadowed by the 9/11 terrorists attacks in 2001, but it's certainly still worth exploring in a film like No Man's Land. This week we discuss how this movie subverts the expectations of war films set up by Saving Private Ryan a few years earlier, and we also attempt to wrap our heads around the Bosnian War (we do not do a good job).Join a Century in Cinema Patron for more discussions!Where to watch No Man's LandThe US trailer for No Man's LandRoger Ebert's review of No M...
2022-07-19
48 min
A Century in Cinema
2000 MISS CONGENIALITY
Arthur and Andrew are back and talking about the movies of the new millennium! Terrorists threaten the world AND the beauty pageants of San Antonio! Learn about screenplay tropes, contemporary Hollywood, and our opinions on Rotten Tomatoes as we watch and discuss Miss Congeniality! Also Sandra Bullock!!Join our Patreon for more discussions about the films of the yearWhere to watch Miss CongenialityRotten Tomatoes reviews of Miss CongenialityWhere to watch No Man's Land (2001)
2022-07-12
56 min
A Century in Cinema
1999 THE VIRGIN SUICIDES (feat. James Westervelt)
On the eve of the new millennium, Sofia Coppola's bold debut feature The Virgin Suicides premiered to critical acclaim. We're joined by James Westervelt as we take a look at the way the film uses the aesthetic of 90's independent film to tackle a challenging subject from within the Hollywood system. We also announce a short break before we head into the last two decades of A Century in Cinema.Join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodesWhere to watch The Virgin SuicidesInterivew with DazedWhere to watch Miss Congeniality (2000)
2022-05-31
1h 08
A Century in Cinema
1998 THE CELEBRATION
In 1995, a group of Danish filmmakers including Lars von Trier and Thomas Vinterberg railed against the state of modern movies and drafted the Dogme 95 manifesto. We take a look at Vinterberg's The Celebration, the first film of the Dogme 95 canon, to explore the ideas of the unique filmmaking movement and how well the rules can apply to directors today.Join our PatreonWhere to watch The CelebrationThe Dogma 95 manifestoWhere to watch The Virgin Suicides (1999)
2022-05-24
54 min
A Century in Cinema
1997 FACE/OFF
Poetic cinema as Tarkovsky intended... We discuss John Woo's Face/Off! How this film came to be, 1990s cheese in this film versus Showgirls, and whether this film has established itself as a "classic".Our Patreon, where we lament the loss of physical mediaWhere to watch Face/OffRoger Ebert's reviewWhere to watch The Celebration (1998)
2022-05-17
46 min
A Century in Cinema
1996 THE WATERMELON WOMAN
Before the 1990s, we wouldn't expect to see a film like The Watermelon Woman, a microbudget movie by a black queer filmmaker about black queer issues. But it's also a staple of 1990s independent cinema for its self-reflexivity: a film about filmmaking and film history. We tie together past episodes on Baby Face and A Page of Madness as we consider the canon of film that The Watermelon Woman challenges, and the way groups of people are buried by history. Join our Patreon for a discussion about local video storesWhere to watch The Watermelon WomanThe City Paper review of...
2022-05-10
51 min
A Century in Cinema
1995 SHOWGIRLS
Arthur and Andrew discuss a misunderstood masterpiece... the infamous NC-17 box office bomb... often cited as one of the worst films of all time... Paul Verhoeven's Showgirls.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodesWhere to watch ShowgirlsNYT Janet Maslin reviewInspiration for the posterWhere to watch Watermelon Woman
2022-05-03
1h 06
A Century in Cinema
1994 THREE COLORS: RED
This week: Krzysztof Kieślowski's Three Colors trilogy, in which the Polish director sets three stories of intimate human connection amidst the formation of the European Union. These films were celebrated upon their release and have gone on to become classics in the international independent film scene.Our Patreon, in which we talk BTSWhere to watch Three Colors: Blue / White / RedWhere to watch Showgirls
2022-04-26
1h 07
A Century in Cinema
1993 SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE
Arthur and Andrew discuss this round of Hollywood romanticism, our thoughts on rom-coms, and terrorist attacks. Nora Ephron's Sleepless in Seattle was a bold film at the time, where the leads don't meet until the end and the movie was released shortly after Jurassic Park. How does it hold up in 2022?Join our Patreon for Arthur's birthday dinosaur rant!Where to watch Sleepless in SeattleRoger Ebert's reviewWhere to watch Three Colors: Blue / White / Red
2022-04-19
1h 10
A Century in Cinema
1992 EL MARIACHI
To highlight the burgeoning era of independent film, we take a look at El Mariachi and the filmography of Robert Rodriguez, who infamously produced this movie on a shoestring budget of $7000. How did he put his body on the line to obtain that money? What kind of tricks on set did he use to pull this off? And is this really a film that only cost $7000?Join our Patreon for bonus content! Where we give advice about producing our own projects on tight budgets.Where to watch El MariachiRoger Ebert's reviewTrailer for El MariachiWhere to watch Sleepless in Sea...
2022-04-12
54 min
A Century in Cinema
1991 POINT BREAK
Moving into the 1990s, we take a look at Point Break from director Kathryn Bigelow. How does the MTV aesthetic influence films of this era? How have action movies changed over the years since this movie? And how hot are Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze? All this and more.Join our Patreon for Andrew's Birthday RantWhere to watch Point BreakThe new Entertainment Weekly reviews Point BreakWhere to watch El Mariachi (1992)
2022-04-05
54 min
A Century in Cinema
1990 AKIRA KUROSAWA'S DREAMS
Time just keeps on moving... We're in the 90s and we take a look at one of the last films from the legendary director Akira Kurosawa. Dreams is more like an autobiographical poem and we speak about how the different stories within the mosaic affected us, our favorite parts, and our own fears about the world.Join our Patreon for our fresh takes on the 2022 Academy AwardsWhere to watch Akira Kurosawa's DreamsVincent Canby NYT ReviewWhere to watch Point Break
2022-03-29
52 min
A Century in Cinema
1989 BATMAN
The Soviet Union collapses, Nintendo releases the Gameboy, and Batman dominates the summer box office. We talk about the Batman-mania the swept through Hollywood and the USA, stories from the set, Tim Burton, as well as comparing the various iterations of the caped crusader.Join our PatreonWhere to watch BatmanDavid Letterman interview with Michael KeatonSean Young Catwoman pleaWhere to watch Kurosawa's Dreams
2022-03-22
1h 03
A Century in Cinema
1988 THE THIN BLUE LINE
Director Errol Morris reinvents the idea of documentary films with 1988's The Thin Blue Line. We talk about the film's innovative use of crime scene reenactments, human memory and eyewitness testimony, how that ties into the cinematic experience, and what "the truth" is.Where to watch The Thin Blue LinePBS interview with Errol MorrisWhere to watch Batman (1989)
2022-03-15
1h 01
A Century in Cinema
1987 PREDATOR (feat. Stephane Glynn)
We welcome special guest Stephane Glynn who wrote his graduate thesis on American imperialism of foreign bodies. What does that mean in the context of Predator and 1980s action films? We talk about Arnold Schwarzenegger, Ronald Reagan, primitive CGI effects, and a whole lot more!Join our Patreon for a discussion on Jean-Claude Van DammeWhere to watch PredatorRoger Ebert's review of PredatorWhere to watch The Thin Blue Line
2022-03-08
1h 00
A Century in Cinema
1986 BLUE VELVET
Blue Velvet presents an idyllic view of contemporary Americana, but confronts the culture's dark psychological underbelly. Blue Velvet may also be the key to understanding David Lynch's work. We talk about Dune (again), Roger Ebert's infamous review of the film, and the career of a truly unique filmmaker.Our Patreon with bonus episodesWhere to watch Blue VelvetEbert's infamous review of Blue VelvetWhere to watch Predator (1987)
2022-03-01
58 min
A Century in Cinema
1985 MISHIMA: A LIFE IN FOUR CHAPTERS
A controversial film about a controversial public figure. In 1970, Yukio Mishima and members of his private army took a Japanese General hostage and attempted to inspire a coup against the government. Failing, Mishima then committed ritual suicide. How does a team of American filmmakers led by Paul Shrader tackle a story like this? We discuss music, art direction, and repressed homosexuality in Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters.In our Patreon episode, we rave about TAMPOPO (1985)Where to watch Mishima: A Life in Four ChaptersNYT Vincent Canby review of MishimaWhere to watch Blue Velvet (1986)
2022-02-22
58 min
A Century in Cinema
1984 AMADEUS (feat. Chandler Burns)
Amadeus sweeps the Oscars and we have Chandler Burns from behind-the-scenes at the Sundance Film Festival to tell us all about it. We discuss a range of topics, from the story's beginnings on Broadway to the production's tense moments in communist Czechoslovakia.In our Patreon episode: is Aliens actually a bad sequel?Where to watch AmadeusThe MTV Trailer for AmadeusWhere to watch Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters
2022-02-15
58 min
A Century in Cinema
1983 SCARFACE
Scarface is radically violent for the time period, pushing boundaries with the US rating system, but what is the film's message? We wrestle with the film's viewpoints on immigration and the persistent popularity of a despicable main character in Tony Montana. Is this a story that glorifies a greedy 1980s lifestyle in American culture? Fear-mongering with Cuban immigrants? Or just anti-Florida propaganda?Join our Patreon for bonus episodesWhere to watch ScarfaceSiskel and Ebert talk ScarfaceWhere to watch Amadeus
2022-02-08
52 min
A Century in Cinema
1982 VERONIKA VOSS
From West Germany, reflecting on the country's relationship with its fascist past, we take a last-minute look at Veronika Voss. Andrew tells us about his problematic hero, director Rainer Werner Fassbinder, and the film's bold assessment of the post-war culture through the style of old Hollywood melodramas like Sunset Boulevard.For Patreon Subscribers: We talk about the recent 80s nostalgia waveWhere to watch Veronika VossRoger Ebert's review of Veronika VossWhere to watch Scarface (1983)
2022-02-01
48 min
A Century in Cinema
1981 ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK
John Carpenter and Kurt Russell team up to Escape from New York as a response to Watergate and the economic decline of New York City. We watch Siskel and Ebert give their television review of this film, and we ask why we really enjoy certain b-movies like this one.Thanks for joining our Patreon!Where to watch Escape from New YorkVideo clip of Siskel and Ebert on Escape from New YorkWhere to watch Veronika Voss (1982)
2022-01-25
55 min
A Century in Cinema
1980 KAGEMUSHA
While Ronald Reagan is elected President in the United States, we look to Japan where master filmmaker Akira Kurosawa rekindles his career with Kagemusha. Arthur and Andrew geek out and profess their love for all things Kurosawa, his use of color, and his attention to historical details. Find out how George Lucas and Francis Ford Coppola got involved in this film's production.In our Patreon episode, we talk about our favorite and least favorite movies from Kurosawa's career and Arthur confronts the idea that Kurosawa actually did make bad films.Join our Patreon for bonus episodes...
2022-01-18
53 min
A Century in Cinema
1979 MANHATTAN (feat. Noah Cannon)
New York City went through many infamous changes in the 1970s, but director Woody Allen held an affection for the city's past life. Arthur and Andrew welcome self-appointed Woody Allen expert Noah Cannon to the show to talk about Manhattan and the life of its director, writer, and star. We discuss why so many people hate Woody Allen and why Woody Allen hates himself. We also lavish praise on Gordon Willis' cinematography and look back on the decade to discuss our favorite and least favorite films we watched for the podcast.And in our bonus episode available...
2022-01-11
58 min
A Century in Cinema
1978 THE DEER HUNTER
Three years after the US military evacuates from Saigon, Hollywood begins to tackle the Vietnam War with Michael Cimino's The Deer Hunter. We talk about the controversy surrounding this film upon its release, how the story holds a mirror to US society's attitude towards Vietnam, and Andrew's mom's reaction to The Deer Hunter. We also talk about Oscar bait as a concept.A Century in Cinema PatreonWhere to watch The Deer HunterRoger Ebert's review of The Deer HunterWhere to watch Manhattan
2022-01-04
57 min
A Century in Cinema
1977 THE ASCENT
One film overshadows the box office and pop culture in 1977, so do not worry, we speak about the importance of Star Wars before getting to our main topic: The Ascent by director Larisa Shepitko from the Soviet Union. We talk about this film's victory against the Soviet censors and our experience taking in challenging anti-war films like this one.For our Patreon bonus episode we talk about the future we'd like to see for the Star Wars franchise.Join A Century in Cinema PatreonWhere to watch The AscentNYT Review of The AscentWhere to watch The D...
2021-12-28
53 min
A Century in Cinema
1976 ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN
Government conspiracies and sinister secrets are on the public's mind in the wake of Watergate. We start with a discussion of All the President's Men, but Arthur and Andrew meander through various conspiracy theories, Alan J. Pakula's paranoia trilogy, the intricacies of the Watergate scandal, and what on Earth a split diopter is.For our Patreon bonus episode, we get into the holiday spirit and discuss gift giving, Christmas films, and the new movie Spencer!Join A Century in Cinema PatreonWhere to watch All the President's MenRoger Ebert's reviewWhere to watch The Ascent (1977)
2021-12-21
49 min
A Century in Cinema
1975 NASHVILLE
What does Nashville have to say about the American psyche? What is the public's response to so many recent and unprecedented political events? How does director Robert Altman achieve such an epic scope to explore these themes? While Jaws dominated the box office in 1975, Nashville became a critical and award-winning film that defined the era in a different way.For our Patreon bonus episode, Andrew compares the new West Side Story (2021) to the 1961 version we watched for the podcast.Join our PatereonWhere to watch NashvillePauline Kael's review of NashvilleWhere to watch All The President's Men...
2021-12-14
59 min
A Century in Cinema
1974 PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE (feat. Kagan Breitenbach)
With the Watergate scandal and the worldwide recession continuing through 1974, you could blink and miss a true cult-classic from director Brian De Palma: Phantom of the Paradise. Composer Kagan Breitenbach joins us to talk about this underground rock-opera, how the music subtly highlights dark themes, and the many influences in pop culture that were clearly inspired by this film.In our Patreon episode for premium listeners, we talk about Halloween Kills and its place in the Halloween franchise.Become a Patron on PatreonWhere to watch The Phantom of the Paradise (1974)NYT ReviewWhere to watch Nas...
2021-12-07
1h 04
A Century in Cinema
1973 THE HOLY MOUNTAIN
Internationally, the early 1970s are filled with political upheavals and economic recessions around the world, so filmmakers capture the dizzying mood with bold and controversial films. We continue our exploration of cult cinema with Alejandro Jodorowsky's The Holy Mountain, one of the strangest but most unique and exciting films on our list. Among our topics of discussion you can expect us to interpret religious symbolism, debate animal deaths on film, and sort through the wild [alleged] life story of director Jodorowsky.In our Patreon episode for premium listeners, we talk about Jodorowsky's Dune and our thoughts before...
2021-11-30
56 min
A Century in Cinema
1972 PINK FLAMINGOS
** EXPLICIT CONTENT AHEAD **At midnight screenings in the 1970s, new films push up against societal norms. In this shocking new episode... Arthur and Andrew take a look at Pink Flamingos from director John Waters and starring Divine. We talk about our initial reactions to this movie, how the public reacted to it in 1972, the state of independent cinema at the time, and we consider what makes a cult film a "cult film".Become a Patron on PatreonWhere to watch Pink FlamingosA "review" of Pink Flamingos from the NYTWhere to watch The Holy Mountain (1973)
2021-11-23
51 min
A Century in Cinema
1971 A NEW LEAF
The next generation of filmmakers and their nostalgia for early Hollywood genres begins to influence a new wave of films in Hollywood. Arthur and Andrew take a look at A New Leaf from writer, director, and star Elaine May. We discuss the controversies between May and Paramount upon the film's release. Then we compare this film to an earlier movie on our list.Become a Patron on PatreonWhere to watch A New Leaf A New Leaf reviewed by Roger EbertWhere to watch Pink Flamingos (1972)
2021-11-16
49 min
A Century in Cinema
1970 WANDA
Welcome back to Season 2 of A Century in Cinema!We continue our exploration of independent cinema from the new Hollywood era with Wanda. We discuss how difficult it is to finance films, even when they're smaller in scale, and the challenges that come with leading a project like this. We also speak on the life and career of Barbara Loden as this film's star, writer, director, and producer. How does her filmmaking style compare with Dennis Hopper, the director of Easy Rider?Become a Patron on PatreonWhere to watch WandaWanda review from the time periodWhere to wa...
2021-11-09
58 min
A Century in Cinema
INTERMISSION
Arthur and Andrew have taken a short break. But we're recording new episodes and we're coming back soon. In the intermission, we make a few announcements... before giving you a rare free jazz episode... reflecting on the successes of the podcast... talking about our favorite films in the first 50 years of the lineup... which ones have not stood the test of time... and what we've personally gained from doing this project week-by-week. Of course, we want to thank our lovely listeners and hope you've been enjoying A Century in Cinema!Support A Century in C...
2021-10-12
1h 42
A Century in Cinema
1969 EASY RIDER
While men walk on the moon, the independent film scene takes off in the wake of Hollywood's decline and the end of the Hays Code. Arthur and Andrew talk about the wild behind-the-scenes drama of Easy Rider with director Dennis Hopper and discuss whether or not his eccentric behavior was necessary. We also look at the process of editing down this unorthodox film and how well Easy Rider depicts drug culture. We wrap up the episode with a retrospective on the 1960s, the trends we saw, and our favorite films from the decade.Where to watch Ea...
2021-08-31
1h 02
A Century in Cinema
1968 ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST & 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY
Although 1968 is a stressful year in American history, audiences can look forward to many great films coming to theaters. The Hayes Code is no more. Auteurs are producing classics like 2001: A Space Odyssey and One Upon a Time in the West. Arthur and Andrew discuss the spaghetti western genre, post-modern subversions, and whether or not you should watch a movie on your phone.Where to watch Once Upon a Time in the WestVincent Canby NYT Review of Once Upon a Time in the WestWhere to watch 2001: A Space OdysseyWhere to watch Easy Rider (1969)
2021-08-24
56 min
A Century in Cinema
1967 PLAYTIME
1967 is the "summer of love" in the United States, but we're in France looking at Jaques Tati's Playtime. So relax and enjoy a fun comedy with Arthur and Andrew as they recall their favorite jokes in this unique film, what it all means, and the aspects of comedy that hold up over time. We also discuss Bonnie and Clyde and its significance following the end of the Hays Code.Where to watch PlaytimeYoutuber videogamedunkey reviews PlaytimeNYT Review of PlaytimeWhere to watch Once Upon a Time in the West (1968)
2021-08-17
59 min
A Century in Cinema
1966 PERSONA
We're looking to Sweden this year, as we watch, discuss, and wrestle with our interpretations of Ingmar Bergman's classic arthouse film, Persona.Where to watch PersonaBosley Crowther NYT Review of PersonaWhere to watch Playtime (1967)
2021-08-10
53 min
A Century in Cinema
1965 THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Amidst a tumultuous year of civil rights marches and anti-war protests, 20th Century Fox releases The Sound of Music, a sentimental WW2 musical that usurps Gone With the Wind as the highest-grossing film at the time. Andrew brings in tons of behind-the-scenes drama involving Christopher Plummer and helicopters, and we talk about the film's depiction of Nazis 20 years after the war.Where to watch The Sound of MusicBosley Crowther's NYT ReviewWhere to watch Persona (1966)
2021-08-03
58 min
A Century in Cinema
1964 MARY POPPINS
We take a look at the iconic Disney classic, Mary Poppins, and we discuss the original author's conflicted feelings about the adaptation. We talk about the personal balancing act of loving a film while acknowledging the more unfortunate elements of its history. And, of course, we talk about the career of Julie Andrews.Where to watch Mary PoppinsTimes review of Mary PoppinsWhere to watch The Sound of Music
2021-07-27
44 min
A Century in Cinema
1963 8 1/2
8 1/2 is often considered to be the magnum opus in Fellini's career, but Andrew discusses some essential context and other films that help to explain why it was such a critical success upon its release. We also talk about cinema becoming a post-modern art, and the many in-jokes throughout this film.Where to watch 8 1/2Bosley Crowther's NYT ReviewWhere to watch Mary Poppins
2021-07-20
54 min
A Century in Cinema
1962 THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE
Historically prophetic, The Manchurian Candidate leads us into discussions on the Cuban Missile Crisis, Frank Sinatra's relationship with JFK, and secret CIA brainwashing projects. We also discuss director John Frankenheimer's roller-coaster career, and the brilliantly villainous Angela Lansbury.Where to watch The Manchurian CandidateBosley Crowther's NYT ReviewWhere to watch 8 1/2
2021-07-13
55 min
A Century in Cinema
1961 WEST SIDE STORY (feat. Kagan Breitenbach)
Film composer and special guest Kagan Breitenbach offers insight into the musical compositions of West Side Story that separate it from prior musicals, while Andrew discusses his time in a stage production of West Side Story and why there were numerous changes in the film adaptation. Arthur occasionally says things.Where to watch West Side Story2021 Interview with Rita MorenoNYT Bosley Crowther Review of West Side StoryWhere to watch The Manchurian Candidate (1962)Kagan Breitenbach's Bloody Cabaret
2021-07-06
56 min
A Century in Cinema
1960 EYES WITHOUT A FACE
The new decade brings a handful of great horror films that help to redefine the genre, including the Eyes Without a Face from France and director Georges Franju. We talk about our thoughts on the horror genre, the strange career of Georges Franju, and the many films inspired by the mask from Eyes Without a Face.Where to watch Eyes Without a FaceDavid Kalat's essay on the critical reception of Eyes Without a FaceWhere to watch West Side Story (1961)
2021-06-29
49 min
A Century in Cinema
1959 BEN-HUR
As of its production, it's the most expensive film ever made... and as of this episode, it's the longest film we've watched for this project... in 1959, BEN-HUR arrives from MGM and director William Wyler. We discuss the religious tropes and how well they mesh with the rest of the film, plus we talk all about the famous chariot race. Did someone die on set? We also discuss the cinematic trends we noticed throughout the 1950s, as well as our favorite films from the decade.Where to watch Ben-HurBosley Crowther's NYT ReviewWhere to watch Eyes Without a Face (1960)
2021-06-22
1h 06
A Century in Cinema
1958 INVENTION FOR DESTRUCTION (feat. Tara Leblanc)
From Czechoslovakia in the Eastern Bloc comes a film unlike anything you've ever seen, based on the work of Jules Verne and directed by Karl Zeman: Invention for Destruction. We're joined by artist Tara Leblanc who lends us tons of her insight into Eastern European animation and the unique stylization that made this film possible.Where to watch Invention for DestructionNYT Review of the American version aka "World of Jules Verne"Where to watch Ben-Hur (1959)
2021-06-15
53 min
A Century in Cinema
1957 THE CRANES ARE FLYING
After Stalin's death in 1953, the thawing of totalitarian policies allowed Soviet filmmakers like Mikhail Kalatozov to break new ground and explore the war, society, and gender in films like The Cranes Are Flying. In addition to the societal context that makes this film feel so incredible coming from the USSR, we dive into the gorgeous cinematography that makes The Cranes Are Flying feel so fresh for 1957.Where to watch The Cranes Are FlyingNYT Bosley Crowther Review of The Cranes Are FlyingWhere to watch Invention for Destruction (1958)
2021-06-08
47 min
A Century in Cinema
1956 THE SEARCHERS
The Searchers attempts to confront the western genre's racism against Native Americans, but is the heart of this film racist or is it simply about racist people? We attempt to grapple with our feelings about this classic film and its star, John Wayne. We also discuss the behind-the-scenes documentary that Warner Brothers produced to promote The Searchers.Where to watch The Searchers1971 Playboy Interview with John WayneBTS Featurette for The SearchersWhere to watch The Cranes Are Flying (1957)
2021-06-01
43 min
A Century in Cinema
1955 REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE
Lurking underneath the happy-go-lucky nuclear families of 1950s America was a dark sense of dread and loneliness captured in Nicholas Ray's Rebel Without a Cause, starring James Dean in one of his last roles. We discuss the film's homosexual subtexts and the untimely deaths that befell the cast.Where to watch Rebel Without a CauseHollywood Reporter review of Rebel Without a CauseLA Times article on James Dean's deathWhere to watch The Searchers (1956)
2021-05-25
51 min
A Century in Cinema
1954 SANSHO THE BAILIFF & GODZILLA
Sansho the Bailiff might be our toughest watch on the list so far, but this film from the great Japanese director Kenji Mizoguchi offers the opportunity to discuss cinema as an empathy machine. We also discuss the original Godzilla, one of Arthur's favorite films, the beginning of the Japanese kaiju genre, and we talk about how certain films from our childhoods can define who we are.Where to watch Sansho the BailiffWhere to watch Godzilla (1954)Kurosawa's eulogy for MizoguchiWhere to watch Rebel Without a Cause (1955)
2021-05-18
59 min
A Century in Cinema
1953 TOKYO STORY
Sometimes cited as one of the greatest films ever made, Yosujiro Ozu's Tokyo Story is a deceptively simple but poignant family drama. Set in post-war Japan, we get to discuss how this film's themes mirror the country's shifting culture, and we also get to talk at length about Ozu's life, his filmmaking style, and why we love his stories.Where to watch Tokyo StoryLindsay Anderson's review of Tokyo Story from 1957Where to watch Sansho the Bailiff (1954)Where to watch Godzilla (1954)
2021-05-11
36 min
A Century in Cinema
1952 HIGH NOON
As a metaphor for the Hollywood blacklist and the red scare, High Noon offers us the chance to talk about the House Un-American Activities Committee and how writer Carl Foreman was "ran out of the country". Find out why High Noon is cited by many US Presidents as their favorite film. We also touch on the western genre and the careers of Gary Cooper, Grace Kelly, and Katy Jurado.Where to watch High NoonJohn Wayne's Playboy interview from 1971 (ref. p 18)Where to watch Tokyo Story
2021-05-04
39 min
A Century in Cinema
1951 THE THING FROM ANOTHER WORLD
Cold War fears manifest in the arctic creature-feature, The Thing From Another World. Arthur and Andrew compare this film to its remake, John Carpenter's The Thing from 1982, as well as other monster movies such as Frankenstein, Godzilla, Alien, and even The Shape of Water. We also talk about the influence of the Hollywood blacklist, and we question who was really the director of this film, Christian Nyby or Howard Hawks?Where to watch The Thing From Another WorldNYT Bosley Crowther's review of The Thing From Another WorldWhere to watch High Noon (1952)
2021-04-27
40 min
A Century in Cinema
1950 ORPHEUS
Arthur and Andrew discuss French film "auteur" Jean Cocteau and his film Orpheus. There are layers and layers to explore within Orpheus, including the director's problematic personal life, all of the symbolism throughout the film, and connections with other movies we've watched. We also discuss A Century in Cinema's lost episode.Where to watch OrpheusNYT Bosley Crowther's review of OrpheusWhere to watch The Thing From Another World (1951)
2021-04-20
49 min
A Century in Cinema
1949 THE THIRD MAN
In post-war Vienna, with the city divided by the Cold War, Carol Reed's The Third Man breaks new ground in the film noir genre. Arthur and Andrew get the opportunity to talk about Orson Welles and his antics on set, as well as how director Carol Reed and cinematographer Robert Krasker came up with the iconic visuals. We also discuss how this film encompasses the cinematic movements of the 1940s, and we sum up our thoughts on the decade.Where to watch The Third ManDirector William Wyler's thoughts on The Third ManWhere to watch Orpheus (1950)
2021-04-13
51 min
A Century in Cinema
1948 THE RED SHOES
Continuing our discussion of British filmmakers Powell and Pressburger, we take a look at a film that Andrew adores and Arthur does not: The Red Shoes. We discuss its presentation of ballet on film and the art direction as it compares to Black Narcissus.Where to watch The Red ShoesThe LA Times Review of The Red ShoesWhere to watch The Third Man (1949)
2021-04-06
43 min
A Century in Cinema
1947 BLACK NARCISSUS
Following WW2, British audiences came to terms with losing their colonial influence and that sentiment is reflected in Black Narcissus, from directors Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger. We dive into the complexity of this film's themes, how it utilizes technicolor, and the unfortunate use of black face that still drags it down. We also take a look at why the National Legion of Decency believed Black Narcissus was an affront to religion.Where to watch Black NarcissusThe National Legion of Decency's thoughts on Black NarcissusWhere to watch The Red Shoes (1948)
2021-03-30
44 min
A Century in Cinema
1946 THE BEST YEARS OF OUR LIVES (feat. Dan Patterson)
With the veterans of WW2 adjusting to a post-war society, The Best Years of Our Lives captures the mood of America through intimate characters in an epic story, becoming the highest grossing film of the 1940s. In this episode, Arthur and Andrew are joined by Dan Patterson to discuss the career of William Wyler, why this film seems to have slipped from the public's consciousness, and how it compares to Rome, Open City.Where to watch The Best Years of Our LivesNYT Bosley Crowther's review of The Best Years of Our LivesBilly Wilder's thoughts on The Best Years of...
2021-03-23
44 min
A Century in Cinema
1945 ROME, OPEN CITY
Produced right after the liberation of Rome when the city was still recovering from battle, Roberto Rossellini's Rome, Open City offers us insight into the feelings of average citizens across Europe following years of war. Arthur and Andrew discuss the Italian Neorealism movement, the Cannes Film Festival, our favorite WW2 films, and how we first met years ago.Where to watch Rome, Open CityNYT Review of Rome, Open CityWhere to watch The Best Years of Our Lives
2021-03-16
38 min
A Century in Cinema
1944 DOUBLE INDEMNITY
A film noir classic that embodies what people love about the genre. We discuss the contentious relationship between the three writers and why none of the actors wanted to appear in this film. We also end the episode talking about why we think the war genre is inherently difficult to put to film.Where to watch Double IndemnityVariety Review of Double IndemnityDouble Calamity skitWhere to watch Rome Open City (1945)
2021-03-09
41 min
A Century in Cinema
1943 LE CORBEAU
Made during the Nazi occupation of France, Le Corbeau offers us insight into the politics of a film industry under a totalitarian state and how that affected director Henri-Georges Clouzot's film and career. We also discuss our opinions on spoiler culture.Where to watch Le CorbeauFrench Review Collection of Le CorbeauWhere to watch Double Indemnity
2021-03-02
43 min
A Century in Cinema
1942 TO BE OR NOT TO BE
From the middle of WW2, Arthur and Andrew take a look at a comedy poking fun at Nazi Germany: director Ernst Lubitsch's To Be or Not to Be. We discuss how difficult it is to laugh at dark subject matter and how successfully various films pull it off, including The Great Dictator and Jojo Rabbit. We also talk about the untimely death of Carole Lombard, the lead actress of this film.Where to watch To Be or Not to BeNYT Review of To Be or Not to BeWhere to watch Le Corbeau (1943)
2021-02-23
39 min
A Century in Cinema
1941 DUMBO
Revisiting Disney's early studio days, Arthur and Andrew have a lot to talk about. We touch on what it feels like to enjoy Dumbo but still understand its problematic elements, including the film's racist depictions of certain characters and an animators' strike brought on by the film's workload. We also talk about Citizen Kane and the other Disney films from this era like Fantasia and Pinocchio. Where to watch DumboReview of Dumbo (sadly, link seems to be broken as of 02/13/21)Where to watch To Be or Not to Be (1942)
2021-02-16
42 min
A Century in Cinema
1940 DANCE, GIRL, DANCE
The first film directed by a woman in our lineup: Dorothy Arzner's Dance, Girl, Dance. We talk about her career in Hollywood and the unique perspective she brought to this script, including how progressive this film may feel for its time. We also discuss the diegetic musical elements of Dance, Girl, Dance.Where to watch Dance, Girl, DanceNYT Review of Dance, Girl, DanceWhere to watch Dumbo (1941)
2021-02-09
40 min
A Century in Cinema
1939 MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON
It's the beginning of World War 2, Hollywood is in the midst of a golden age, and we discuss Frank Capra's smash hit, Mr. Smith Goes to Washington. We cover the rise and fall of Capra's career, as well as his time spent making propaganda films for the war. We also discuss how the politics and ideology of this film play in 2021's climate.Where to watch Mr. Smith Goes to WashingtonVariety's review of Mr. Smith Goes to WashingtonWhere to watch Dance Girl Dance (1940)
2021-02-02
42 min
A Century in Cinema
1938 THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD
We watch the first color film on the list, The Adventures of Robin Hood starring Errol Flynn. We compare this adaptation of the myth with the many other film adaptations throughout the years, and we ask why the Robin Hood franchise feels out of date. We also discuss the Technicolor company and their innovative process to create color film.Where to watch The Adventures of Robin HoodNYT review of Becky Sharp (1935)Variety review of The Adventures of Robin HoodWhere to watch Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939)
2021-01-26
42 min
A Century in Cinema
1937 THE AWFUL TRUTH
We discuss a white-telephone screwball comedy from the middle of the Great Depression: The Awful Truth. We talk about Cary Grant and Irene Dunne, the two hilarious leads in this film, as well as Leo McCarey's unorthodox directing style. We also revisit Marlene Dietrich and her infamous strip tease out of a gorilla costume.Where to watch The Awful TruthThe New York Times review of The Awful TruthWhere to watch The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938)
2021-01-19
49 min
A Century in Cinema
1936 THINGS TO COME
We don't like this film, but it provides a great foundation to talk about early science-fiction, what people were predicting about the future, and the rise of fascism during the 1930s. We also mention the drama during production and how H.G. Wells' vision compares to another early sci-fi film: Metropolis (1927).Where to watch Things to ComeThings to Come: Wither Mankind Essay with Orwell's thoughtsWhere to watch The Awful Truth (1937)
2021-01-12
45 min
A Century in Cinema
1935 THE 39 STEPS
We discuss early Alfred Hitchcock. Before his Hollywood masterpieces like Vertigo and Psycho, Hitchcock’s British production of The 39 Steps was still embraced by mass audiences in 1935. We talk about the famous director’s prolific work, his thrilling tropes, and his many quirks. We also discuss the idea of shooting for the edit, a method that allowed Hitchcock to control the final cut of his films.Where to watch The 39 Steps (1935)The New York Times review of The 39 StepsWhere to watch Things to Come (1936)
2021-01-05
39 min
A Century in Cinema
1934 L'ATALANTE
The short but influential career of French director Jean Vigo inspires talks about poetic realism, how French cinema depicts subconscious imagery, and the frustrating but realistic portrayal of love in his one feature film, L'Atalante. We also dive into the tragic life of Jean Vigo, as well as his controversial short film, Zero for Conduct.Where to watch L'Atalante (1934)Source with art historian Elie Faure's thoughts on L'AtalanteWhere to watch The 39 Steps (1935)
2020-12-29
39 min
A Century in Cinema
1933 BABY FACE
We discuss a salacious film from the brief and fascinating era of pre-code Hollywood: Baby Face, starring Barbara Stanwyck. We talk about the Hays Code, how it became enforced shortly after this film's release, and the specifics of what US filmmakers could and couldn't show for the next three decades under censorship. We also consider if this film was progressive for its time and if it would still be controversial today.Where to watch Baby Face
2020-12-22
55 min
A Century in Cinema
1932 VAMPYR (feat. Brian Higgins)
We welcome our guest Brian Higgins, the Executive Creative Director of Mental Healthy FIT and fan of Vampyr, to talk all about Carl Theodor Dreyer's horror masterpiece. We delve into what makes this film feel like a nightmare, how it compares to other vampire films from the time like Nosferatu and Dracula, as well as the short story it's based on.Where to watch Vampyr (1932)Where to watch Baby Face (1933)Brian Higgin's Mental Healthy F.i.T
2020-12-15
39 min
A Century in Cinema
1931 THE PUBLIC ENEMY
The morality of James Cagney and The Public Enemy comes into question before we discuss prohibition and the shifting attitudes in American society, as well as the evolution of the gangster genre in film history. And in a moment our listeners have all been waiting for, we finally bring up thoughts on the Marvel Cinematic Universe.Where to watch The Public Enemy (1931)Variety's Review of The Public EnemyA Trailer for The Public EnemyWhere to watch Vampyr (1932)
2020-12-08
34 min
A Century in Cinema
1930 THE BLUE ANGEL
This week we watch The Blue Angel, directed by Joseph von Sternberg and starring Marlene Dietrich. Andrew could have talked for hours about these two and their filmography, so prepare for a passionate and informative discussion. We talk about why we love tragedies, why we love subtitles, and why we love this movie. This is also the first podcast we recorded after debuting the show. Thank you to all our wonderful listeners for keeping up with our ramblings!Where to watch The Blue Angel (1930)Variety's Review of the English version of The Blue AngelWhere to watch The Public Enem...
2020-12-01
46 min
A Century in Cinema
1929 PANDORA'S BOX
While the world plunges into the Great Depression, we travel to Germany to watch Pandora's Box, a story that hints at coming destitution and an early example of a feminist film. We consider how well that description holds up, and we talk about the career of Louise Brooks. We finish the episode with a retrospective of the 1920s in film.Where to watch Pandora's Box The Film Daily's Review of Pandora's BoxWhere to watch The Blue Angel (1930)
2020-11-24
43 min
A Century in Cinema
1928 STEAMBOAT WILLIE & THE CROWD
Cinema begins to change dramatically when synchronized sound takes over the artform. We also consider the shift in optimistic cultural attitudes as the roaring 20s come to a close and things get much darker around the world. All this and more as we talk about Steamboat Willie and The Crowd.Where to watch Steamboat WillieWhere to watch The CrowdVariety Review of Steamboat WillieVariety Review of The CrowdWhere to watch Pandora's Box (1929)
2020-11-17
42 min
A Century in Cinema
1927 METROPOLIS
There's a whole lot to talk about with Fritz Lang's Metropolis, including its connections to the burgeoning Nazi ideologies, and its many different versions and restorations throughout the years. We also discuss famed sci-fi author H.G. Wells' thoughts on the film.Where to watch MetropolisH.G. Wells Review of MetropolisWhere to watch Steamboat Willie (1928)Where to watch The Crowd (1928)
2020-11-10
53 min
A Century in Cinema
1926 A PAGE OF MADNESS
We discuss Japanese storytellers in silent cinema, and we try to decipher the symbolism in A Page of Madness given certain rumors about the Japanese Emperor. We also talk about our thoughts on experimental film.Where to watch A Page of Madness (also in public domain)A Page of Madness - Stream Internet Archive (note: not the full film)Where to watch Metropolis (1927)
2020-11-03
31 min
A Century in Cinema
1925 BATTLESHIP POTEMKIN
Sergei Eisenstein's Battleship Potemkin: an artistically famous propaganda film from the newly-formed Soviet Union. We discuss the story's context in Russian history and what the Nazis thought about the film. We also look at the film's innovative use of editing, its lack of a central protagonist, and many other unique choices that make Battleship Potemkin stand out.Where to watch Battleship Potemkin (also in public domain)Wikipedia notes on Nazi reactions to PotemkinWhere to watch A Page of Madness (also in public domain)A Page of Madness - Stream Internet Archive (note: not the full film)
2020-10-27
43 min
A Century in Cinema
1924 THE THIEF OF BAGDAD
Superstar Douglas Fairbanks’ The Thief of Bagdad is a blockbuster from Hollywood’s golden era of silent cinema. We look at the film’s use of innovative VFX and lavish art direction to create something audiences at the time had never seen before. We also discuss the best ways to watch really long films like this one, and the racism prevalent in early Hollywood.Where to watch The Thief of Bagdad (also in public domain)The Thief of Bagdad on Youtube New York Times Review of The Thief of Bagdad Where to watch Battleship Potemkin (also in public domain)
2020-10-14
29 min
A Century in Cinema
1923 SAFETY LAST
We discuss how the star system in Hollywood created a group of legendary comedians including Harold Lloyd, Buster Keaton, and Charlie Chaplin. We also talk about stunts gone wrong, and the rise and fall of Harold Lloyd’s career. Where to watch Safety Last (also in public domain) How they filmed the climbing scene in Safety Last Where to watch The Thief of Bagdad (also in public domain) The Thief of Bagdad on Youtube
2020-10-13
29 min
A Century in Cinema
1922 NANOOK OF THE NORTH
We watch the infamous origin of the documentary genre, Robert J. Flaherty’s Nanook of the North. We discuss what truth is and what is fiction, as well as strange behind-the-scenes stories. We also look at other documentaries that don’t tell the whole story.Where to watch Nanook of the North (also in public domain) Theatrical Promotional Press Release for NanookWhere to watch Safety Last (also public domain)
2020-10-12
45 min
A Century in Cinema
1921 THE PHANTOM CARRIAGE
Victor Sjöström’s Swedish film The Phantom Carriage inspires discussions about early visual effects, the prohibition movement, and the horror of working a job for over 36,000 years.Where to watch The Phantom Carriage (also in public domain)Where to watch Nanook of the North (also in public domain)
2020-10-11
34 min
A Century in Cinema
1920 WITHIN OUR GATES
After a World War, a flu pandemic, and a series of race riots in the United States... Oscar Micheaux’s independently produced Within Our Gates premiered in 1920. Known for being the oldest surviving film from an African-American director, it is also seen as a response to the racial climate in America at the time, as well as D.W. Griffith’s The Birth of a Nation (1915). We discuss all these topics, as well as early silent cinema.Where to watch Within Our Gates (also in public domain)The Chicago Defender 1920 Review of Within Our GatesWhere to watch The Phantom C...
2020-10-10
50 min