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Cinema 100Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Modern Times" & "Mr. Deeds Goes To Town"1936 Ep 1 - S3E(8) "Modern Times" Directed By: Charlie ChaplinRelease Date: February 25th, 1936"Mr. Deeds Goes To Town" Directed By: Frank CapraRelease Date: April 12th 1936In 1936, two films proved cinema could do more than entertain it could defend the dignity of the little guy and remind the world what hope looks like. A year when Hollywood balanced laughter with a sharp look at the world outside the theater. First, Charlie Chaplin’s Modern Times turns the chaos of the machine age into timeless come...
2026-02-041h 45Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "1936 Draft" Selection ShowIt’s 1936, and Hollywood is sitting at the absolute peak of its studio power. The Great Depression still hangs over the country, but the movies are booming—palaces filled every night with audiences looking for escape, glamour, and hope. The studio system runs with factory precision: MGM sells polish and prestige, Warner Bros. leans into grit and social realism, and directors are becoming stars in their own right. Sound is no longer a novelty—it’s refined, confident, and shaping performance itself. But looming over all of it is the Production Code, tightening its grip, quietly signaling the end of Holly...
2026-01-201h 03Cinema 100Cinema 100 - 1935 Oscars *MINI EPISODE*Will and Robert choose their respected winners in the major Oscar categories out of the movies they watched from the year 1935. Who will win the big awards for Actor, Actress, Director and what was their best movie of the year. Be sure to play along for ultimate enjoyment.
2026-01-1930 minCinema 100Cinema 100 - "An Inn In Tokyo"1935 Episode 4 (6)"An Inn In Tokyo"Directed By: Yasujiro Ozu Release Date: November 21st, 1935Tonight’s film takes us far from Hollywood glamour and straight into the quiet corners of everyday survival. An Inn in Tokyo, released in 1935, comes from Yasujirō Ozu—often known for family dramas—but this film shows a harsher, more vulnerable side of his world. Set during the Great Depression in Japan, it follows a father and his two young sons drifting from job to job, inn to inn, clinging to dignity as poverty closes in. Ther...
2026-01-071h 13Cinema 100Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Mutiny on the Bounty" & "Captain Blood"1935 Episode 3 (4)"Mutiny on the Bounty" Directed By: Frank LloydRelease Date: November 8th, 1935"Captain Blood"Directed By: Michael CurtizDecember 19th, 1935Tonight’s double feature takes us to the high seas—where honor is tested, authority is challenged, and adventure is forged in salt and blood. First up is 1935’s Mutiny on the Bounty, a sweeping epic of tyranny versus conscience, anchored by Charles Laughton’s unforgettable Captain Bligh and a young Clark Gable standing up to absolute power. Famously, Laughton so terrified the cast during pro...
2025-12-171h 44Cinema 100Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Top Hat" & "A Night at the Opera" D1935 Episode 2 (3) - "Top Hat" Directed By: Mark Sandrich Release Date: August 29th, 1935"A Night at the Opera"Directed By: Sam Wood Release Date: November 15th, 1935Welcome back to Cinema 100, where we dive into the films that defined their eras—and sometimes saved them. Tonight, we’re stepping into 1935 with a true double bill of movie magic: Top Hat and A Night at the Opera. On one side, you’ve got Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers gliding across Art Deco dreamscapes, turning elegance into its o...
2025-12-031h 29Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Bride of Frankenstein"1935 Episode 1 (2) - "Bride of Frankenstein" Directed By: James WhaleRelease Date: April 22, 1935What if the Monster didn’t die? What if, after the smoke cleared and the villagers went home, the story of Frankenstein had one more terrifying heartbeat left?That’s exactly where James Whale takes us in 1935’s The Bride of Frankenstein — a sequel that doesn’t just reanimate the monster, it reanimates the entire genre. This isn’t your typical follow-up. It’s weirder, wilder, and smarter — equal parts horror and dark comedy, all wrapped in gothic style and electricity.Boris Karloff...
2025-11-131h 39Cinema 100Cinema 100 - 1935 Draft & 1934 OscarsSEASON 3 is officially upon us and Will and Robert are excited to dive into the second half of the decade. Hollywood’s golden engine was running at full speed. The Great Depression still lingered, but on the silver screen, audiences found escape. The studio system ruled — MGM, Warner Bros, Paramount — each churning out dreams by the week. Technicolor was starting to pop, but shadows of the past still haunted the frame. Comedy thrived with A Night at the Opera, horror evolved with The Bride of Frankenstein, and adventure soared in Captain Blood. Film was no longer just novelty — it was industry...
2025-10-091h 24Cinema 100Cinema 100 - Top 10 Best Films from 1927 to 1934When Will and I started Cinema 100, it was just two guys trying to understand film history — one year at a time. From 1927 on, movie by movie, frame by frame, watching how cinema evolved… and how weve evolved with it.Well 63 movies and 50 episodes later, if you haven't been along for the ride thus far and would like to pick up where we've left off ,now here's your chance as were calling this The Great Reset. Before we step into 1935 we will give you our top 10 list of the greatest films we've seen thus far from 1927 to 1934 and mayb...
2025-10-071h 46Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Imitation of Life" Starring: Claudette Colbert1934 Episode 5 (33) "Imitation of Life" Directed By: John StahlRelease Date: November 24, 1934Let’s be real—few films from the 1930s dare to poke at the raw nerves of America like Imitation of Life does. On its face, it’s a story about pancakes and prosperity, a widowed white woman making good in business. But the truth of this film isn’t sweet—it’s bitter. It’s about race, about a Black mother’s love that gets buried under society’s shame, about a daughter who would rather erase herself than embrace who she...
2025-10-011h 19Cinema 100Cinema 100 - Double Feature: "Cleopatra" & "The Scarlett Empress"1934 Episode 4 (32) "Cleopatra" Directed By: Cecil B. DemilleRelease Date: August 16th, 1934"The Scarlett Empress"Directed By: Josef Von SternbergRelease Date: September 15th, 1934Tonight, we step into a world of queens, power, and spectacle. Two films from 1934, both dripping with ambition, both redefining what the screen could dare to show. First—Cecil B. DeMille’s Cleopatra—a shimmering parade of seduction and empire where Claudette Colbert rules not just Egypt, but the entire theater. Then, Josef von Sternberg’s The Scarlet Empress—a feverish gothic vision, wher...
2025-09-101h 37Cinema 100Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "L'atalante" & "The Thin Man"1934 - Episode 3 (31) "The Thin Man" Directed By: W.S. Van DykeRelease Date: May 25, 1934"L'atalante" Directed By: Jean Vigo Release Date: April 25, 1934Tonight, we journey from the misty waterways of France to the glittering cocktail lounges of New York. First up is L’Atalante, Jean Vigo’s poetic masterpiece — a dreamlike voyage of newlyweds drifting along the Seine, where love, longing, and life aboard a humble barge mingle in a haze of romance and reality. Then, the mood shifts with The Thin Man, W.S. Van Dyke’s sparkling blend of m...
2025-08-131h 26Cinema 100Cinema 100 - Double Feature: "The Black Cat" & "The Man Who Knew Too Much"1934 - Episode 2 (30) "The Black Cat" Directed By: Edgar Ulmer Release Date: May 7, 1934"The Man Who Knew Too Much" Directed By: Alfred HitchcockRelease Date: December 17, 1934Tonight… the shadows come alive.First up—The Black Cat—where horror drips from every word and Bela Lugosi meets Boris Karloff in a battle of minds and madness. A tale of war, revenge, and sinister architecture… where the walls remember everything.Then—The Man Who Knew Too Much. Not the remake—the original Hitchcock thr...
2025-07-311h 43Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "It Happened One Night" Starring: Gable & Colbert1934 - Episode 1 (29) - "It Happened One Night" Directed By: Frank Capra Release Date: February 23, 1934Before rom-coms had a name, there was It Happened One Night—a film that changed everything. Released in 1934 during the depths of the Great Depression, this Frank Capra classic gave audiences something they desperately needed: laughter, charm, and hope. Starring Claudette Colbert as a runaway heiress and Clark Gable as the wisecracking reporter hot on her trail, the film crackles with wit, chemistry, and a cross-country escapade that redefined the romantic comedy. Winner of all five major Academy Awards, It H...
2025-07-161h 19Cinema 100Cinema 100 - 1934 Draft & 1933 Oscar Picks(27) Rob and Will discuss their Oscar choices from the films watched in the year 1933 and then...It’s 1934, and America is still clawing its way through the Great Depression. Bread lines stretch down city blocks, and families gather around radios, hungry not just for food, but for hope. In Washington, FDR’s New Deal programs are trying to stitch the country back together, one job at a time. Meanwhile, Hollywood—just six years removed from silent pictures—is booming. But the boom comes with boundaries. This is the year the Hays Code begins full enforcement, cracking down on what movies c...
2025-07-091h 40Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Wild Boys of the Road"1933 - Episode 5 (27) - "Wild Boys of the Road"Release Date: October 7th, 1933Directed By: William HellmanReleased in 1933 during the depths of the Great Depression, Wild Boys of the Road is a raw, urgent cry from America’s forgotten youth. Directed by William A. Wellman, this pre-Code drama follows teenagers forced to leave home and ride the rails in search of work, dignity, and survival. It's a film that doesn’t flinch — showing the human cost of economic collapse with startling realism and compassion. With its gritty performances and on-location shooting...
2025-06-251h 13Cinema 100Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Private Life of Henry VIII" & "Duck Soup"1933 - Episode 4 (26) - "Private Life of Henry ViIII" Directed By: Alexander Korda Release Date: September 21, 1933"Duck Soup" Directed By: Leo McCareyRelease Date: November 17th, 19331933. The world was in turmoil, but the silver screen shimmered with defiance and wit. In England, Alexander Korda gave us “The Private Life of Henry VIII,” a lavish, biting peek behind the throne—where Charles Laughton’s gluttonous king devoured wives and scenery alike. Across the Atlantic, chaos wore a mustache and a monocle as the Marx Brothers declared war on sanity i...
2025-06-041h 43Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Morning Glory" Starring: Katherine Hepburn1933 - Episode 3 (24) - "Morning Glory" Director: Lowell Sherman Release Date: August 18th, 1933Tonight, we step back into the golden age of Hollywood with a film that shines a spotlight on ambition, dreams, and the price of fame. Released in 1933, Morning Glory stars Katharine Hepburn in her breakout, Oscar-winning role as Eva Lovelace — a young, aspiring actress who arrives in New York City with nothing but talent, determination, and a hunger for the stage. Directed by Lowell Sherman, this pre-Code drama explores the sacrifices and emotional toll of chasing stardom. It's a film that doesn’t just tell a st...
2025-05-211h 11Cinema 100Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Story of Temple Drake" & "Design for Living"1933 Episode 2 (24) - "Story of Temple Drake" Directed By: Stephen Roberts Release Date: May 6th, 1933"Design for Living" Directed By: Ernst LubitschRelease Date: December 29th, 19331933 gave us two daring films that tested Hollywood’s boundaries before the Hays Code slammed them shut. The Story of Temple Drake, based on William Faulkner’s controversial novel, stars Miriam Hopkins as a Southern socialite whose life spirals into danger and scandal—challenging audiences with its raw look at trauma and morality. And then there’s Design for Living, Ernst Lubitsch’s sparkling pre-code com...
2025-05-071h 50Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "King Kong"1933 - Episode 1 (23) - "King Kong" Directed By: Merian C. Cooper / Earnest ShoedsackRelease Date: April 7th, 1933Cinema 100 introduces you to the year 1933 with ONE BIG STORY! King Kong: The Giant Ape That Conquered Hollywood!Before Jurassic Park, King Kong swung into theaters in 1933, turning a giant ape into a pop culture icon. We explore the movie magic, adventure, and monster-sized love story of this classic. Check it out. Episode Out Now!
2025-04-161h 11Cinema 100Cinema 100 - 1933 Draft & 1932 Oscars1933 Draft (22) It's that time again for Will and Robert to draft for the year of 1933. What movies will be drafted and which ones will be left on the editing room floor?! They also discuss their Oscar picks for the movies they watched from the year 1932. Sit back, pop some popcorn and follow along!
2025-03-271h 30Cinema 100Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "I am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang" & "A Farewell to Arms"1932 - Episode 6 (21) - "I am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang" Director: Mervyn LeRoy Release Date: November 10th, 1932"A Farewell to Arms" Director: Frank Borage Release Date: December 8th, 1932I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang and A Farewell to Arms. At first glance, they might seem like completely different stories—one, a scathing indictment of the American justice system, the other, a tragic romance set against the backdrop of World War I. But look closer, and you’ll see both films explore the same core themes: the br...
2025-03-181h 40Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Trouble In Paradise" Directed By: Ernst Lubitsch1932 - Episode 5 (20) - "Trouble in Paradise" Director: Ernst LubitschRelease Date: October 20th, 1932In 1932, legendary director Ernst Lubitsch delivered Trouble in Paradise, a sparkling pre-Code romantic comedy that defined sophistication and wit. The film follows a pair of charming con artists—played by Herbert Marshall and Miriam Hopkins—who set their sights on a wealthy perfume heiress, portrayed by Kay Francis. But when love and deception intertwine, their perfect scheme faces unexpected complications. With Lubitsch’s signature touch—light, playful, yet razor-sharp—Trouble in Paradise is a masterclass in elegance, romance, and...
2025-03-041h 12Cinema 100Cinema 100 - Top 10 Movies of 24 / 25 Oscar Predictions(19) Will and Robert predict who is going to win Oscar gold at this years Academy Awards. They also reveal their individual Top 10 movies of the year 2024. Listen to see if your favorites made the list.
2025-02-252h 37Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Grand Hotel" Starring: Garbo / Crawford / Barrymore1932 - Episode 4 (18) - "Grand Hotel" Director: Edmund Goulding Release Date: January 1st, 1932Step through the grand doors, and welcome to Berlin’s most luxurious destination—Grand Hotel. A place where the rich, the desperate, the powerful, and the doomed all collide under one lavish roof. This 1932 classic isn’t just a movie—it’s an event. With an all-star cast featuring Greta Garbo, John Barrymore, Joan Crawford, and more, Grand Hotel defined the ensemble drama before Hollywood even had a name for it. Love, betrayal, ambition, and scandal swirl through the hotel’s gilded halls, proving...
2025-02-181h 16Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Scarface" Starring: Paul Muni1932 - Episode 3 (17) - "Scarface" Director: Howard Hawkes
Release Date: April 9th, 1932
"Say hello to the original Bad Guy, Tony Camonte. 1932 Hollywood dared to tell the story of a man consumed by power, violence, and ambition. Inspired by real life crime lord, Scarface follows the ruthless rise of Tony Camonte, a trigger happy gangster that carves his name in blood across the city streets of Chicago. Directed by Howard Hawkes and produced by the legendary Howard Hughes, this pre-code classic shocked audiences with its raw brutality, sharp dialogue, and unflinching look at organized crime. Censored, banned...
2025-02-041h 18Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Freaks" Directed By: Tod Browning1932 - Episode 2 (16) - "Freaks" Director: Tod Browning
Release Date: February 20th, 1932
Will and Robert take a journey into the carnival world of sideshows and secrets with Tod Browning’s 1932 masterpiece, Freaks. This isn’t your typical Hollywood fare—Freaks is a daring and deeply human film that shattered conventions and left audiences stunned. Featuring real sideshow performers, it challenges the line between 'normal' and 'abnormal,' questioning who the real monsters are. Banned in some countries for decades, it’s a story of love, betrayal, and revenge unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Step right up, but bewa...
2025-01-301h 10Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Shanghai Express" Starring: Marlene Dietrich1932 - Episode 1 - "Shanghai Express" - Director: Josef Von Sternberg release date February 12, 1932.
Step aboard a locomotive bound for danger, desire, and deception—this is Shanghai Express. Directed by the master of shadows and intrigue, Josef von Sternberg, this 1932 masterpiece takes us on a journey through war-torn China. At its heart, the luminous Marlene Dietrich stars as the enigmatic and alluring Shanghai Lily, a woman with a past as mysterious as the night. Alongside her, Clive Brook, Anna May Wong, and Warner Oland deliver performances as layered as the film’s sumptuous cinematography. With every mile, alliances form...
2025-01-151h 13Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "1932 Draft"Will and Robert introduce the year 1932 by breaking down as usual the state of the United States, the economy and the overall snapshot of time that is the Hollywood and film industry. Join us as we also give Oscar awards out to our list of 1931 movies before we debate and draft our 1932 list of films.
2025-01-081h 38Cinema 100Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "A Free Soul" & "Possessed"1931 Episode 6 - "A Free Soul" & "Possessed" Directed By: Clarence Brown
Join us as we explore the daring pre-code films "A Free Soul" and "Possessed," showcasing Clark Gable, Joan Crawford and Norma Shearer in two very different captivating tales of forbidden love and moral conflict that remains thrilling century later! Get ready for a cinematic journey!
2024-12-092h 02Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "M" Starring: Peter Lorre1931 Episode 5 - Directed By: Fritz Lang / May 11, 1931
What drives a killer, and how far will society go to stop him? M (1931), directed by Fritz Lang, is a groundbreaking German thriller that explores these haunting questions as Berlin falls under the shadow of a serial child murderer. Released during a turbulent period in Germany, M reflects the fear and tension of the time, hinting at the dangers of mob rule and the pull toward authoritarianism. Both a suspenseful crime story and a social critique, M is a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences with its exploration of guilt...
2024-11-131h 10Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "The Public Enemy" Starring: James Cagney1931 Episode 4 - Directed By: William A. Wellman / April 23rd, 1931.
Tonight, we go back to where it all started. We're talking about one of the original gangster films that redefined the genre—The Public Enemy. Released in 1931, right in the heart of Prohibition, this movie didn't just show crime—it gave crime a face. And that face? James Cagney. He’s raw, he’s ruthless, and he’s unforgettable as Tom Powers, a small-time crook who rises to the top while spiraling straight down. This film doesn't sugarcoat anything. It’s gritty, it's dangerous, and it’s real. Buckle up—beca...
2024-10-031h 23Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "The Front Page"1931 Episode 3 - Directed by: Lewis Milestone / April 4th, 1931.
What happens when a top reporter tries to quit the newspaper business, but his editor won’t let him go? In The Front Page, chaos ensues. Released in 1931, this fast-talking, quick-witted comedy dives headfirst into the wild world of journalism. Based on the hit Broadway play by Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur, the film follows Hildy Johnson, a star reporter on the verge of leaving, and Walter Burns, his ruthless editor who will stop at nothing to keep him. With sharp dialogue, biting satire, and a lo...
2024-09-121h 28Cinema 100Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE - "Dracula" & "Frankenstein"1931 Episode 2 - DOUBLE FEATURE - "Dracula" Directed by: Tod Browning & "Frankenstein" Directed by: James Whale.
In 1931, Universal Pictures revolutionized the horror genre with the release of two iconic films: *Dracula* and *Frankenstein*. Directed by Tod Browning and James Whale, respectively, these films became pillars of early cinematic horror. *Dracula*, starring Bela Lugosi as the charming and seductive Count Dracula, brought Bram Stoker's 1897 novel to life, immortalizing Lugosi’s portrayal as the definitive image of the vampire. On the other hand, *Frankenstein*, featuring Boris Karloff as the misunderstood monster, was based on Mary Shelley’s groundbreaking novel, *Frankenstein; or...
2024-08-292h 22Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "City Lights" Starring: Charlie Chaplin1931 Episode 1 - Directed By: Charlie Chaplin / January 30th, 1931
1931 truly gave us a masterpiece in Charlie Chaplins silent film “City Lights.” Many believe this is Chaplins Coute Grace, it’s a silent film that takes you on a journey of laughter, love, and heartbreak. As the Little Tramp falls for a blind flower girl, Chaplin embarks on a quest to help her regain her sight. With every antic and comedic beat hitting its mark, it’s the film’s unforgettable ending that will leave you breathless. As the story unfolds, the tension builds, leading to a final sc...
2024-08-151h 31Cinema 100Cinema 100 - 1930 Oscars & 1931 DraftWill and Robert put their finishing thoughts on the 6 movies they drafter from the year 1930 by sharing their picks for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor/Actress & Best Supporting Actor/Actress. They also breakdown 1931 in America/Hollywood and draft an unprecedented
SEVEN movies for this year. Stick around to find out WHICH ONES THEY WILL BE!!!!
2024-08-011h 29Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Morocco" Starring: Gary Cooper / Marlene Dietrich1930 Episode 5 - "Morocco" Directed By: Josef Von Sternberg. Release Date November 14th, 1930.
Our last movie of the year 1930 is "Morocco.” A pre-Code romantic drama directed by Josef von Sternberg and starring Marlene Dietrich, Gary Cooper, and Adolphe Menjou. The film is set against the exotic backdrop of North Africa and tells the story of Amy Jolly, a disillusioned nightclub singer who arrives in Morocco seeking a fresh start. Her path crosses with that of Tom Brown (Cooper), a disillusioned soldier in the French Foreign Legion, and the two embark on a rather heated romance. The film is no...
2024-07-171h 14Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Animal Crackers" Starring; The Marx Brothers1930 Episode 4 - "Animal Crackers" Directed by: Victor Heerman.
"Animal Crackers," released in 1930, is a seminal film in the annals of American comedy, marking the second cinematic outing for the legendary Marx Brothers. Adapted from their successful Broadway musical of the same name, the film captures the anarchic humor and rapid-fire wit that would become the Marx Brothers' trademark. Directed by Victor Heerman and produced by Paramount Pictures, "Animal Crackers" showcases the brothers' unique comedic talents, particularly Groucho's razor-sharp dialogue, Harpo's silent antics, Chico's linguistic playfulness, and Zeppo's straight-man charm.
Set during a lavish party at...
2024-07-101h 21Cinema 100Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE - "All Quiet On The Western Front" & "Hell's Angels"1930 Episode 3 - DOUBLE FEATURE!
1930 saw the release of two groundbreaking war films, "Hell's Angels" and "All Quiet on the Western Front", each offering a distinct perspective on the brutal realities of World War I. "Hell's Angels," directed by Howard Hughes, is an American epic known for its spectacular aerial combat scenes and technical innovation. Its production was marked by Hughes' relentless pursuit of realism, leading to costly and dangerous filming techniques that pushed the boundaries of early cinema. In contrast, "All Quiet on the Western Front," directed by Lewis Milestone, offers a harrowing depiction...
2024-06-261h 56Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "The Divorcee" Starring; Norma Shear1930 Episode 2 - "The Divorcee" by Robert Z. Leonard released on April 30th, 1930.
Our second film of 1930 is none other than Robert Z. Leonard’s "The Divorcee." This groundbreaking film, starring the mesmerizing Norma Shearer, delves into the complexities of marriage and infidelity with an unflinching boldness rarely seen in its time. "The Divorcee" challenges societal norms and showcases Shearer's unforgettable performance, which earned her an Academy Award. Initially considered to be too wholesome for the role of Jerry Martin, Norma Shearer set off to prove she could handle the film's daring themes. Competing with the likes of Gre...
2024-06-121h 14Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "City Girl" Directed By: F.W. Murray1930 Episode 1 - "City Girl" by: F.W. Murnau February 16th, 1930
WE KICK OFF THE THIRTIES WITH Genius behind Nosferatu and his swing at romance. We're talking F.W Murnau and his movie City Girl.
"City Girl" is a poignant and visually stunning film that explores the clash between rural simplicity and urban complexity. At the heart of the story is Lem Tustine, a young farmer who travels to Chicago to sell his family’s wheat crop. There, he meets and falls in love with Kate, a spirited waitress. Their whirlwind romance leads to marriage, but the...
2024-06-061h 09Cinema 100Cinema 100 - 1930 DraftWill and Robert are back with season 2 of Cinema 100 as we turn the chapter to a new decade. It all starts with the year 1930. Will and Robert discuss the current state of film industry, as pre-code films become more and more of the past as well as the studio systems completely changing the game by owning everyone and everything. What films will we draft as a part of the 1930 draft class. Listen and find out!!!!
2024-05-2948 minCinema 100Cinema 100 - "1929 Draft Oscars & 1920's Decade Movie Rankings"Will and Robert made their selections for the big 6 Academy Awards categories of the movies they drafted from 1929: Supporting Actor and Actress, Best Actor and Actress, Best Director and Best Picture of that year. Will and Robert also reveal their Top 5 movies from the movies drafted in the Decade as well as their bottom 2.
2024-05-2148 minCinema 100Cinema 100 - "Escape from Dartmoor"1929 - Episode 6 - "Escape from Dartmoor" October 1st
Our last film from the 1929 class and our last film from the 1920's decade.
"Welcome, my friends, to a story that dances on the edge of darkness and redemption. In the annals of cinematic history, there exists a gem from the year 1929, a film that dared to explore the depths of human resilience and the longing for freedom. 'Escape from Dartmoor' is not merely a movie; it's a journey into the heart of confinement and the undying spirit that yearns for liberty."More than a mere jailbreak...
2024-04-2459 minCinema 100Cinema 100 - "Diary of a Lost Girl" Starring: Louise Brooks1929 - Episode 5 - "Diary of a Lost Girl" September 12th, 1929
In 1929, a film emerged from the silent era, capturing hearts and challenging societal norms. "Diary of a Lost Girl" delves into the complexities of morality, sexuality, and redemption with a rawness that was daring for its time. Directed by the visionary G.W. Pabst and starring the captivating Louise Brooks, this cinematic masterpiece navigates the journey of Thymian, a young woman cast into a world of darkness after being betrayed by those closest to her. As she grapples with the consequences of society's judgments and her own...
2024-04-191h 12Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Hallelujah"1929 - Episode 4 - August 20th, 1929 - "Hallelujah"
"Hallelujah" is a first of it's kind, 1929 musical drama directed by King Vidor. First of it's kind because it was the first all-black cast filmed by a major studio. The story follows Zeke, a sharecropper turned preacher, whose life takes a tumultuous turn when he falls for a seductive city woman, leading to a downward spiral of temptation and redemption. With its dynamic blend of music, dance, and drama, "Hallelujah" explores themes of faith, love, and the struggle between worldly desires and spiritual salvation. Vidor's film broke barriers in Hollywood...
2024-04-121h 16Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Blackmail" Directed By: Alfred Hitchcock1929 - Episode 3 - July 28th, 1929 - "Blackmail"
In 1929, Alfred Hitchcock unleashed a cinematic masterpiece that would define the thriller genre for decades to come. "Blackmail" takes you on a gripping journey through the dark streets of London, where a chance encounter spirals into a web of deception and danger. Follow Alice White, a young woman caught in a desperate struggle after a fateful confrontation turns deadly. But it's not just the plot that captivates; it's the innovative use of sound and visual storytelling that Hitchcock masterfully employs to keep you on the edge of...
2024-04-031h 50Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "The Broadway Melody" Starring: Anita Paige1929 - Episode 2 - February 1st, 1929 - "The Broadway Melody"
Harry Beaumonts, 1929 “The Broadway Melody” It was the first sound film to win best picture at the Academy Awards. The Broadway Melody follows the journey of two sisters, the vivacious Queenie (Anita Paige) and the ambitious Hank Mahoney (Bessie Love). They dream of making it big on the illustrious stages of New York City. As they navigate the glittering world of Broadway, they encounter love, betrayal, and the bittersweet taste of success. At the heart of "The Broadway Melody" lies a tale of sibling rivalry and unbreakable bonds, as Q...
2024-03-271h 18Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Man With A Movie Camera"1929 - Episode 1 - January 7th, 1929 - "Man With A Movie Camera"
Lights, camera, revolution! Step into the world of "Man with a Movie Camera," where the streets of Soviet cities become the stage, and reality takes center screen. Directed by the fearless visionary Dziga Vertov in 1929, this cinematic gem isn't just a film—it's a seismic shift in the way we experience movies. So, grab your popcorn and prepare to be dazzled as we journey through a landscape where every frame is a window into the soul of a nation. Welcome to the revolution of the silver sc...
2024-03-201h 12Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "1929 Draft"Will and Robert discuss the state of American society and cinema during the year of 1929. From the end of the roaring 20's to the beginning of the Great Depression. Also, Will and Robert draft their list of movies for the 1929 draft class. Who will make their Directing and Acting debuts on Cinema 100? Listen and find out! Enjoy the show. Keep Watching Movies!
2024-03-131h 18Cinema 100Cinema 100 SPECIAL EPISODE - "Top 10 Movies of 2023" & 2024 Oscar PredictionsWill and Robert sat down to bring you guys over 2 hours of great discussion and debate over what we believe to be the best and top 10 movies of 2023. Will and Robert present their lists and give great insight and feedback on each movie as it presents itself. Finally, we give our predictions on the "BIG 6" Oscar categories: Supporting Actors/Actress, Best Actor/Acrtress, Best Director and Best Picture. Let us know what your movies and predictions are on our Social Media at Cinema100podcast on Instagram. Thanks and Keep Watching Movies!
2024-03-062h 09Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "In Old Arizona"1928 - Episode 6 - December 25th, 1928 - "In Old Arizona"
"Step into the dusty trails of the Old West, where gunfights echoed through the canyons, and legends were born. Today, I invite you to saddle up and join me on a journey back in time with the classic film, 'In Old Arizona. Released in 1928, this cinematic gem not only marked a turning point in the evolution of Westerns but also boasts a unique claim to fame. You see, 'In Old Arizona' was the first feature film to be filmed outdoors using the new Movietone sound-on-film technology, capturing the...
2024-02-281h 19Cinema 100Cinema 100 MINI-EPISODE - "Steamboat Willie" Starring: Mickey Mouse1928 - Episode 5 - November 18th, "Steamboat Willie"
We continue on to the 5th movie in the 1928 class and it’s back to the golden age of animation, where a certain mouse embarked on his iconic voyage. I'm talking about none other than Steamboat Willie, the animated short film that introduced the world to the one and only Mickey Mouse. In 1928, the brilliant minds at Walt Disney Studios revolutionized the world of cartoons with Steamboat Willie, directed by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks. This groundbreaking animation marked the first synchronized sound and music in a cartoon, forever changing th...
2024-02-2121 minCinema 100Cinema 100 - "Noah's Ark"1928 - Episode 4 - November 1st, 1928 "Noah's Ark"
In the golden era of cinema, amidst the roaring twenties, emerged a cinematic epic that captured the imagination of audiences worldwide. "Noah's Ark," released on November 1st, 1928, directed by the visionary Michael Curtiz, is a spectacle of biblical proportions. Set against the backdrop of World War I, this epic tells the tale of Noah's Ark with stunning visual effects and groundbreaking storytelling. It's a timeless tale of faith, courage, and survival, interwoven with a parallel story of human drama of love and sacrifice. Join us on a journey through history...
2024-02-141h 26Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "Our Dancing Daughters" Starring: Joan Crawford1928 - Episode 3 - September 1st, 1928
"Our Dancing Daughters" a September 1st, 1928 silent film that epitomizes the flapper era. Directed by Harry Beaumont, and starring the sensational Joan Crawford. She plays Diana Medford, a vivacious young woman navigating the wild social scene of the Roaring Twenties. Filled with jazz, dancing, and glamorous parties, the film explores themes of youth, rebellion, and the pursuit of pleasure. "Our Dancing Daughters" captivated audiences with its stylish portrayal of the era and remains a classic example of 1920s cinema. The film also delves into deeper social commentary, portraying the contrast between the c...
2024-02-071h 10Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "The Passion of Joan of Arc"1928 - Episode 2 - April 21st, "The Passion of Joan of Arc"
We watched as emotions were laid bare in "The Passion of Joan of Arc." Directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer, this silent masterpiece unfolds the gripping tale of the legendary French heroine, Joan of Arc. Maria Falconetti's portrayal of Joan is nothing short of mesmerizing, capturing the intensity of her trial and tribulations with unparalleled emotional depth. Now Dreyer's use of close-ups and stark cinematography created an immersive experience, inviting audiences to witness Joan's unwavering faith and the brutal trials she endured. "The Passion of Joan of Arc" stands as...
2024-01-311h 03Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "The Circus" Starring: Charlie Chaplin1928 - Episode 1 - January 6th "The Circus"
The date is January 6th, 1928 and the world awaits, “The Circus,” the latest installment from the tramp, simply known as Charlie Chaplin. The Circus takes place, well….at a circus as the Tramp finds himself in a cat and mouse chase with the cops ultimately hiding in plain sight as he gets hired by the circus ringmaster for being funny. There’s just one flaw to his entertainment. He can only be funny unintentionally. Filming began on the Circus back in January of 1926, however many wondered if this film would ever see the light of...
2024-01-241h 04Cinema 100Cinema 100 - "The Jazz Singer" & 1928 Draft1927 - Episode 1 - October 6th "The Jazz Singer"
The year is 1927, and Hollywood finds its voice. The sound is Al Jolson as we hear for the first time a synchronization of sound and image. Marking this the beginning of the end of the silent era. On October 6th, the world was introduced to Alan Crosland’s “The Jazz Singer.” An american part-talkie musical about a young man who defies the traditions of his devout Jewish family by pursuing a career as an entertainer in the world of Jazz. This movie has been celebrated as well as heavily debate...
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Cinema 100Cinema 100 - Pilot EpisodeWill and I discuss our mission statement. The goal of the project and how you the listener can participate along on this chronoligical cinematic journey.
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Bobby Talks...Bobby Talks...w/ William Delzeith - "Conversations w/ Friends"S2E4 - This installment of "Conversations w/ Friends," I sit down with my oldest and best of friends, William Delzeith. Will and I touched on a variety of topics, truth in media, for profit prisons, the idea of "OVERCOMING," and whether or not we should have to live in a society where you have to overcome anything. This really only scratches the surface. Will graduated with his degree in Philosophy from the University of Toledo. He is a deep thinker and this listen gets better with every listen you give it. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE!!!!
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