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Tyler reviews and talks about one of the "forgotten" best picture winners, the chaos surrounding the making of Cleopatra, the signifance of Sidney Poitiers win and the history of Cinerama

Tyler covers one the greatest films of all time, Lawrence of Arabia and brings your attention to some hidden gems in the nominations that were overshadowed by this cinematic juggernaught

Join Tyler as he talks about a surprsingly strong year for the best film West Side Story and the nominees Fanny, Judgement at Nuremberg, The Hustler and The Guns of Navaronne. And listen as he talks about the life of the powerhouse known as Rita Moreno.

Tyler talks about the film that introduced the Dramedy as well as the other best pic nominees. The Alamo, Sons and Lovers, Elmer Gantry and the Sundowners

Tyler talks about the classic epic Ben-Hur and why it stands Sword and Sandals above the other religious based movies of it's time. He also reviews the other THREE versions that were made. But the other nominees were nothing to scoff at either! Take a listen and see how close they stack up against one of Hollywood's best films.

Tyler discusses and reviews the Best picture winner Gigi as well as the best pic nominees, Auntie Mame, Seperate Tables, The Defiant Ones and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

Tyler talks about one of the greatest adventure films ever made in The Bridge on the River Kwai. As well as the cultural and sociological impact of what happens when East meets West through a forgotten nominee, Sayonara. Also included are the other nominees, Peyton Place, Witness for the Prosecution and 12 Angry Men. 

Welcome to the Year of the Epic! Not only does Tyler talk about the best pic but he also demystifies Texas iconography with Giant and talks about the more realistic films of Texas. Also covered; The origin of the Oscar statue.

Tyler talks about an often overlooked gem starring Ernest Borgnine which also got him the Oscar for Best Male Actor. Also in this episode, he reviews the Rose Tattoo, the controversial casting of Jennifer Jones in Love is a Many Splendored Thing, Mister Roberts and Picnic. 

Join Tyler as he talks about arguably one of the greatest winners for Best Picture, On the Waterfront and how this film ushered in a new wave of actor. He also talks about the best pic nominees The Country Girl, The Caine Mutiny, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and Three Coins in the Fountain.

In this episode, Tyler talks about one of the best films ever to take home the Oscar for Best Picture. As well as the tragic life of Montgomery Clift, the introduction of Widescreen and a movie that he actually liked Audrey Hepburn in. 

In this episode, Tyler talks about Cecil B. DeMille and his tribute to the circus life, The Greatest Show on Earth. As well as the other nominees for that year. Including the first major allegorical film against McCarthyism and the red scare. How did the HUAC react to this? Take a listen to this weeks episode and find out!

We are back for another exciting season! Join Tyler as he reviews and talks about a sentimental favorite and why the best pic nominees of 1951 are the most diverse set that the Oscars have had so far. A musical, a War film, hard hitting dramas and a historical Epic. 

The 1950 Academy Awards easily has some of the best female actor performances of all time. You have Betty Davis, Anne Baxter and Gloria Swanson who were all nominated. So who took home the Oscar that year? The answer my surprise you. Join Tyler as he covers the year that brought us two defining Hollywood classic films. 

Join Tyler as he talks about one of the lesser know Oscar winners and the first political dramas to take home the statue. He also reviews Twelve O'clock High, Battleground, A Letter to Three Wives and The Heiress. 

Tyler talks about the only Shakespearean adaptation to win best picture. Does it still hold up? Take a listen and find out. He also covers the films The Snake Pit, Johnny Belinda, The Treasure of the Sierra Madre and The Red Shoes. 

Join Tyler as he talks about the first winner that tackles social issues. As well as a look at the Hollywood 10, blacklisting and the impact of the HUAC on the entertainment industry.

Tyler is back and talking about of of his favorite Oscar winners, and the other nominees up for that year as well. Including the first Shakespearean adaptation and one of the most beloved Christmas classics of all time.

Tyler talks about two obscure Oscar winners for best pic as well as the nominated films for those years. In this episode Fred MacMurray is in a film noir, Gene Kelly upstages the Chairman of the Board and Joan Crawford is .... well.... why don't you have a listen and find out.

Tyler talks about one of the all time greats, Casablanca and examines the career of one of its lesser known actors. He also discovers one of the best comedies he has seen in years. What could it be? Be sure to listen and find out!

Join Tyler as he discusses one of the most underrated Oscar winners for best pic, Mrs. Miniver. A contemporary WWII film set in England. He also talks about King's Row, starring a former U.S. president, as well as the other nominees up for best pic for that year.  

Join Tyler as he talks about this controversial winner that is famous for beating out Citizen Kane for Best Pic. As well as the other nominated films for 1941 including some overlooked gems. But did Citizen Kane even have a chance? And does How Green was my Valley really deserve its reputation? Have a listen and find out!

It's Oscar season! Tyler is back and reviewing the best pics in chronological order. In this episode, he talks about Alfred Hitchcock's Rebecca and reviews the other nominated pics for that year. Was Rebecca truly the best pic of that year? Or do any of the other films now surpass it? Listen to Tyler's opinion and see if you agree! 

Tyler breaks down the love and hate for this 81 year old film that still generates strong opinions.

Join me as I talk about the discovery of one of the best onscreen duos in film history, an underrated versatile actor and one of Capra's lesser known films.

In this episode I talk about one of the most elusive award winners, Cavalcade as well as It Happened One Night and Mutiny on the Bounty. I also discuss the origins of the Hays Code and how it morphed into our current ratings system.

This podcast covers the best picture winners in chronological order. Tyler reviews and talks about the some of the earlier, lesser known Academy Award winning films starting with A Broadway Melody and ending with Grand Hotel

Welcome to the first episode of the Oscar series! Join Tyler as he talks about the history of the Oscars and reviews the very first Best Picture Winner, Wings. 

Join Tyler as he reminisces about the first time when he saw this now forgotten movie compared to when he watched it recently. Does he think that it holds up? Listen and found out! 

Join Tyler as he talks about this cult classic that helped kick off a censorship movement in the United Kingdom during the eighties.

Tyler dusts off this forgotten gem that came out during the religious horror craze of the 1970's but got lost in the wake of The Exorcist, Rosemary's Baby and The Omen 

Tyler digs deep into classic Hollywood and gives his take on a 1950's gem. He also tries to explain widescreen to the Philistines.

Tyler is back after a long hiatus! Listen in as he talks about one of his favorite films as a teenager and how he got a bruised back as a result of watching it.

Tyler just saw one of the most controversial films ever made and wants to tell you about it. Listen in as he actually argues for it's cinematic relevance, and lets you know what you're in for if you decide to take the plunge and see it for yourself. Explicit

Tyler talks about the 2015 movie that dramatizes the 1996 Everest disaster and why you should not rely solely on one author to give a complete story. A really compelling film that, according to the box office, fewer people saw than actually climbed the mountain.

Tyler talks about a little known movie set in a big subject that was relevant growing up in the 80's: Bad wardrobe choices and Thermo-Nuclear War.

Join Tyler as he actually covers a happy film and why Casper stands out as one of the better Studio generated films geared toward a nostalgic cash grab.

Because folks demanded it! Join Tyler as he talks about essential viewing for teenage boys growing up in the 80's and how its surprisingly progressive views left an impact on those that watched it.

Join Tyler has he attempts to convince you that Hayden Christensen his actually a decent actor with his role in Shattered Glass and how online journalism legitimized itself with this true life tale.

Oh what 35 years does to a film. Join Tyler as he covers a staple of the horror aisle at your childhood local video store. Does it still hold up? Listen to the podcast, and listen for yourself.

Think Shakespeare is nothing but flowery waifs an men in tights? Tyler found an adaptation that will turn your assumption on its head. Check it out!

Tyler recently discovered this forgotten classic Starring Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant and gives his take on the turning point from Classic Hollywood to Modern Cinema.

Tyler discusses a movie with a taboo subject performed by A-list actors and discusses why there really can never be a definitive historically accurate film

Welcome to Hip Hop 101! a.k.a. Please Tyler, don't rap anymore! This is the lesser known (and better) cinematic offering that celebrated the then new Break Dance movement of the 80's. Does it still hold up? Have a listen and judge for yourself! 

Join Tyler as he covers a lesser known but awesome 80's movie starring Kyle MacLachlin and Michael Nouri and find out how he was able to snag a free Orange Julius thanks to this film.

Does an obscure film from the 70's that traumatized Tyler as a kid still hold up? Listen to the episode as he dusts off this rare gem from acclaimed director John Hough.

Cloud Atlas is a divisive Sci-fi film. Can Tyler convince you to watch, what he feels, is a modern classic of the genre. Check out the Podcast and see if he can't change your mind.

Join Tyler as he talks about The Relic, a movie based on the Lincoln & Child's novel and listen to him try and reconcile the book to screen comparisons

Join Tyler as he talks about Frozen. An indie Horror/Thriller and why you should check out this hidden gem and know who director Adam Green is. Warning: Language ahead

Welcome to 2nd Look Cinema! The podcast that covers forgotten classics, cult favorites and movies that have fallen by the wayside that are worth a 2nd Look. Join Tyler as he talks about films, actors and nostalgia associated with particular peliculas (um...side-note... that's Spanish for movies....now you know!....carry on...) My awesome Logo was designed by Kelsey Cohen.