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The ExtrasWarner Archive March Blu-ray Reviews: Sadie McKee, Monogram Matinee V1, Hitman, Earth II, and Magilla GorillaSend us a textWarner Archive's March Blu-ray releases span nine decades of entertainment history, from a 1934 Joan Crawford classic to 1970s action films and beloved Hanna-Barbera animation. Tim Millard and George Feltenstein discuss the restoration process and cultural significance of these diverse titles.• Sadie McKee (1934) showcases Joan Crawford's evolution as an actress in a restored version that looks spectacular despite being over 90 years old• Monogram Matinee Volume 1 features three entertaining B-movies from 1949 that have been virtually impossible to see for decades• Earth 2 (1971) receives a gorgeous 4K scan that reveals additional footage from its li...2025-04-3036 min
The ExtrasFLASHBACK: Revisiting "The Flash' The Original TV Series (1990-91)Send us a textToday, we sit down with Danny Bilson, co-creator and executive producer of the 1990-91 series "The Flash," and The Flash himself, John Wesley Shipp, to review the recent Blu-ray release and to revisit their memories of the show. This conversation is a real treat as Danny doesn't attend fan conventions so you'll hear things possibly revealed for the first time. We discuss the suit, the writing and production, guest stars, why it was canceled, and the show's enduring legacy. This is an hour filled with remembrances and behind-the-scenes stories that Flash fans will lo...2024-06-271h 02
The ExtrasWarner Archive 2023 Year in ReviewSend us a textGeorge Feltenstein of Warner Bros. joins the podcast to take a look back at some of the highlights of the year for the Warner Archive. Host Tim Millard provides some of his thoughts on the prevailing themes of the year. Then George reveals some of the year's most popular sellers. And George sneaks a few details of what might be ahead in 2024.If you are a fan of the Warner Archive, this is one episode you don't want to miss. Warner Archive Store on AmazonSupport the podcast by shopping wit...2023-12-2940 min
The ExtrasWarner Archive May 2023 Blu-ray Reviews: "Queen Christina," "King Solomon's Mines," & "The Courtship of Eddie's Father"Send us a textGeorge Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast for a fun and informative review of three May Blu-ray releases. We dive into the restoration and all of the extras on each release and share our insights into why these films are worth adding to your Blu-ray collection.In "Queen Christina" (1933) Greta Garbo stars in one of her greatest roles, as the 17th-century Swedish queen fiercely devoted to her country who fights at the head of her army like a man but who loves like a woman. Directed with his own u...2023-06-0641 min
The ExtrasRESTORED VISION: The Fascinating Story Behind "SUPERMAN II: The Richard Donner Cut"Send us a textSUPERMAN II: The Richard Donner Cut is one of the most interesting Home Entertainment stories in film history. Released in 2006, this version of the movie captures the original vision director Dick Donner had for the second of his two Superman movies. In part 2 of our Superman podcasts, we go into the origins of the "Richard Donner Cut" starting with the unauthorized superfan cut and Michael Thau's initial conversations with the studio and their interest in a Donner Cut. Then we dive into the behind-the-scenes stories of the editing, production, and...2023-05-311h 12
The ExtrasLooney Tunes Review and Collector's Choice Vol. 1 PreviewSend us a textGeorge Feltenstein of the Warner Archive and animation historian Jerry Beck provide background on the history of Looney Tunes releases on physical media, and their pivotal roles in bringing these classic short films to the home video market. They also talk about the importance of collectors and fans to the process of finding and funding both present and future preservation efforts. This is all terrific background leading up to a preview of what is on the new LOONEY TUNES COLLECTOR’S CHOICE VOL 1 Blu-ray releasing May 30th.Pre-order on Amazon:Loo...2023-05-2355 min
The ExtrasWarner Archive June Release AnnouncementSend us a textGeorge Feltenstein joins the podcast to announce the six new Blu-rays releasing in June from the Warner Archive.Warner Archive Store on AmazonSupport the podcast by shopping with our Amazon Affiliate linkMovieZyng AffiliateThe BEST place to buy all of your Warner Archive and Boutique DVDs and Blu-raysDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.The Extras Facebook pageThe Extras Twitter Warner Archive...2023-05-1122 min
The ExtrasRevisiting SUPERMAN: The Restoration, Stories from Production, and Memories of Director Dick DonnerSend us a textSUPERMAN is one of the most revered superhero films of all time and is credited with launching the modern superhero film craze. But it also has one of the most interesting and controversial behind-the-scenes stories in film history. In this episode we are joined by three esteemed guests who worked with director Dick Donner on the "Superman: The Movie" restoration for DVD. They tell stories of working with Dick, the actual logistics around the restoration work, and the impact it had on both Dick and Superman fans. Their close work...2023-05-091h 08
The ExtrasWarner Archive April & May 2023 Blu-ray Reviews: "Safe in Hell," "One Way Passage," "Strawberry Blonde," "Storm Warning," "A Lion is in the Streets," "Border Incident," and "Clash By Night"Send us a textGeorge Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast for a fun and informative review of all five April 2023 Blu-ray releases plus the first two Blu-rays releasing in May. We dive into the restoration and all of the extras on each release and share our insights into why these seven films are worth adding to your Blu-ray collection."Safe in Hell" is a 1931 American pre-Code thriller film directed by William A. Wellman and starring Dorothy Mackaill, who plays a woman of ill repute who’s wanted for the murder of a man...2023-05-021h 06
The ExtrasTalking TV Music with Jon BurlingameSend us a textAward-winning author Jon Burlingame joins the podcast for an entertaining review of the best in TV music, as told in his new book, "MUSIC FOR PRIME TIME." Jon recounts wonderful stories of the earliest TV series and how their theme songs and scores were developed. Some of the classic shows we revisit are Peter Gunn, Rawhide, The Man From Uncle, The Twilight Zone, I Love Lucy, The Flintstones, Roots, and The Avengers. We also discuss composers Max Steiner, Bernard Herrmann, John Williams, Jerry Goldsmith, Quincy Jones, and Billy Goldenberg's early work with Steven Spiel...2023-04-2452 min
The ExtrasEXCLUSIVE: Warner Archive May Part 2 Release AnnouncementSend us a textGeorge Feltenstein of the Warner Archive returns to announce PART 2 of the May 2023 Blu-ray releases. Look for Part 1 in the archive at your favorite podcast provider, or select below:WA May Part 1 Release AnnouncementWarner Archive Store on AmazonSupport the podcast by shopping with our Amazon Affiliate linkDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.The Extras Facebook pageThe Extras Twitter Warner Archive & Warner Br...2023-04-1723 min
The ExtrasA Preview of the TCM Classic Film Festival 2023Send us a textTCM Senior Director of Original Productions and Film Festival co-programmer Scott McGee joins the podcast to give us a preview of the 2023 TCM Classic Film Festival. We review some of the special guests and highlights of the festival, including the inclusion of the WB100 category highlighting films from Warner Bros library. We also discuss the ongoing Warner Bros 100th Anniversary Celebration running the whole month of April on TCM.TCM Classic Film Festival websiteTCM Monthly Schedule April 2023 Warner Archive Store on AmazonSupport the podcast by shopping wi...2023-04-1024 min
The ExtrasCelebrating 100 Years of Warner Bros History Through Releases From the Warner Archive - The Early YearsSend us a textThe Warner Archive's George Feltenstein and Warner Bros archivist Jeff Briggs join the podcast to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Warner Bros on April 4th, by reviewing many of the classic films released by the Warner Archive on DVD or Blu-ray. We start with silent classics from 1924 and make our way through the Vitaphone Varieties, the Jazz Singer, and into the talkies. Then we touch on the Forbidden Hollywood releases, Busby Berkeley musicals, and gangster pics. We also review some of the major stars of the first two decades of the studio's history, inc...2023-04-0457 min
The ExtrasEXCLUSIVE: Warner Archive May Part 1 Release Announcement: Border Incident, Clash By Night, Looney Tunes Collector's Choice Vol. 1Send us a textGeorge Feltenstein of the Warner Archive announces two films in PART 1 of the May 2023 Blu-ray releases. First up is the 1949 film noir BORDER INCIDENT, starring Ricardo Montalban and George Murphy, directed by Anthony Mann, and cinematography by John Alton. Second is CLASH BY NIGHT, the 1952 film noir directed by Fritz Lang and starring Barbara Stanwyck, Paul Douglas, Robert Ryan, and Marilyn Monroe. George previews both films and provides background on the restoration on these releases. Then special guest animation historian Jerry Beck joins for an exclusive announcement of the new LOONEY TUNES...2023-03-2837 min
The ExtrasRemix - A Brief History of the Warner ArchiveSend us a textWe celebrate the 14th anniversary of the Warner Archive with a special REMIX episode piecing segments from two previous episodes into one coherent history of the Warner Archive. Started on March 23, 2009, the Warner Archive has been an industry-leading boutique group within Warner Bros Home Entertainment. George Feltenstein provides background on his work with Rhino Records and how that informed the development of the early concepts for DVDs on Demand. He then tells the story of the launch of the service and some of the developments of the Warner Archive in the ensuing years. If y...2023-03-2357 min
The ExtrasEXCLUSIVE: Warner Archive April Release Announcement: Safe In Hell, One Way Passage, The Strawberry Blonde, Storm Warning, A Lion is in the StreetsSend us a textGeorge Feltenstein of the Warner Archive announces the April 2023 Blu-ray releases. Safe in Hell is a 1931 American pre-Code thriller film directed by William A. Wellman (Public Enemy) and starring Dorothy Mackaill. MacKaill gives a phenomenal performance as a woman of ill repute who’s wanted for the murder of a man under accidental circumstances. It’s a horrifying and shocking film, as many Warner Brothers pre-code films are. The previous DVD release of the film came from a 16 mm master, however, this new Blu-ray is taken from a 4K scan of a new 35...2023-03-1627 min
The ExtrasThe Importance of "Confessions of a Nazi Spy"Send us a textGeorge Feltenstein and Jeff Briggs of Warner Bros join the podcast to discuss one of the most important films in the history of the studio. The political thriller "Confessions of a NAZI SPY," (1939) was the first feature film from a major studio to take on the fascism of Hitler and the Nazi Party. Based on real-life events, the film delves into a spy ring in New York that recruited Americans into the German American Bund. George and Jeff detail the courage of the brothers Warner to take on this material, develop it into a f...2023-03-1447 min
The ExtrasWarner Archive Release Highlights "Flamingo Road," "Neptune's Daughter," and "The Prince and the Showgirl"Send us a textGeorge Feltenstein joins the podcast to discuss three new Warner Archive Blu-rays releasing on March 14th. First up is the drama FLAMINGO ROAD (1949), starring the Joan Crawford, Zachary Scott, Sydney Greenstreet. Crawford is an ex-carnival dancer who marries a local businessman to get revenge on a corrupt political boss. The Blu-ray includes a nice batch of extras, which George describes in detail.Next George reviews the 1949 Technicolor musical romantic comedy NEPTUNE’S DAUGHTER, starring the talented Esther Williams, Red Skelton, Ricardo Montalban, and Betty Garrett. This film features the Academy Award-winning song “...2023-03-0846 min
The ExtrasNoir Western "Blood on the Moon" with author Alan K. RodeSend us a textAuthor Alan K. Rode joins the podcast to discuss his new book BLOOD ON THE MOON, a detailed look at the making of the 1948 western. Our discussion takes a deep dive into how this film is a prime example of a noir western, which was a movement in westerns toward realism after World War II. Alan provides background on star Robert Mitchum and why he was a perfect fit for this noir western style. We also discuss the great director Robert Wise, cinematographer Nicolas Musuraca and the other members of the production team. And t...2023-03-0142 min
The ExtrasWarner Archive Release Highlights "Camille" & "I'll Cry Tomorrow" Blu-raysSend us a textGeorge Feltenstein joins the podcast to discuss two new Warner Archive Blu-rays releasing on March 7th. First up is the romantic classic CAMILLE (1936), starring the great Greta Garbo, a young Robert Taylor and directed by George Cukor. This beloved story is based on the book by Alexandre Dumas and tells the story of a young courtesan in mid-19th century Paris and the younger man who falls madly in love with her. It is a story of romance and passion and ultimately tragedy. The Blu-ray includes several important extras, which George describes in det...2023-02-2242 min
The Extras"Little House on the Prairie" with Dean ButlerSend us a textActor, writer, and producer Dean Butler joins the podcast to discuss his years as Almanzo Wilder on the beloved classic TV series "Little House on the Prairie." We discuss the phenomenal popularity of the show and how he was cast and brought onto the show in the sixth season. Dean also discusses his relationship with star and executive producer Michael Landon and some of his memories on set. Then we discuss his co-star Melissa Gilbert, who was 8 years younger, and some of the awkwardness that gap in age caused with their storyline, including his...2023-02-1555 min
The ExtrasA Brief History of Hong Kong Cinema plus Blu-ray and 4K ReviewsSend us a textHong Kong Cinema expert Jeff Briggs joins the podcast to discuss recent Blu-ray and 4K releases. We start with discussing the surprising Oscar nominations for Michelle Yeoh and the cast of "Everything, Everywhere, All at Once." Then we briefly review Jeff's personal experiences with Hong Kong Cinema and the release history on Laserdisc, DVD, and Blu-ray in the US. Then we dive into a deep review of recent Arrow releases of the Shaw library on the terrific Shawscope Vol. 1 & Vol 2. Next, we review the excellent Criterion boxset of "Once Upon a Time In...2023-02-061h 23
The ExtrasThe Italian Job (1969) with Matthew FieldSend us a textMatthew Field, the world's leading authority on the cult classic 1969 film THE ITALIAN JOB, joins the podcast for a behind-the-scenes look into the making of the film. We start with a review of the cult status the film has achieved as one of the most popular films in the UK. Matthew then takes us into the development of the film with writer Troy Kennedy Martin, producer Michael Deeley, and Paramount Studios head Robert Evans. The production of the film has fascinating stories at every turn, and we delve into them all including the fil...2023-01-3056 min
The ExtrasWarner Archive January 2023 Release Highlights Part 2Send us a textIn part 2 of our Warner Archive January release highlights, George Feltenstein reviews three films scheduled for Blu-ray release on January 24th. We start off with the 1954 road comedy "The Long, Long Trailer" starring Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz and directed by Vincente Minelli. Next, we review "Goodbye, Mr. Chips" (1939), starring Robert Donat who won a best-actor Oscar for his role as "Chippy," a beloved teacher at an all-boys English boarding school. This was the film debut of his costar Greer Garson as the independent woman he falls in love with. The third film we...2023-01-2040 min