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Dana and Tom with guest, Kristin Battestella (A Film Critic for In Session Film, Search Magazine, and Keith Loves Movies), revisit Aliens (1986), celebrating its 40th anniversary: written and directed by James Cameron, cinematography by Adrian Biddle, score by James Horner, editing by Ray Lovejoy, starring Sigourney Weaver, Paul Reiser, Michael Biehn, and Bill Paxton.Plot Summary: Ellen Ripley (Sigourney Weaver), awakens after 57 years in hypersleep to learn that contact has been lost with the colony on LV-426 — the same moon where her crew first encountered the alien. Against every reasonable instinct, she goes back — this time accompanied by a squad of Colonial Marines who are cocky, heavily armed, and almost immediately in over their heads.Guest:Kristin Battestella - A Film Critic for In Session Film, Search Magazine, and Keith Loves Movies@kbatzkrafts on IG, @thereforereview on Twitter, Letterboxd, @kbatzreviews on YouTubePreviously on Ben-Hur (1959), The Searchers (1956)CLP ContributorChapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Aliens04:05 Welcome Back, Kristin Battestella05:00 Flashback to the Original Discussion on Aliens09:09 Relationship(s) with Aliens13:07 Alien or Aliens?18:31 Franchise Fatigue?28:45 Are Producers to Blame?32:17 Plot Summary for Aliens32:51 What is Aliens About?39:30 Did You Know?42:14 First Break42:54 What's Happening with Kristin?43:39 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy51:27 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance58:31 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:09:52 Second Break01:10:30 In Memoriam01:12:19 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness01:17:59 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability01:21:25 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total01:24:54 Remaining Questions for Aliens01:26:56 Thank You to Kristin and Final Thoughts01:29:58 CreditsYou can also find this episode in full video on YouTube.You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast).For more on the original episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/aliens-1986For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/aliens-1986-revisit-ft-kristin-battestellaFor the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-listKeywords:Aliens, James Cameron, Ripley, sci-fi, film analysis, movie franchise, movie legacy, film critique, 40th anniversary, sci-fi horror, film discussion, Alien, movie legacy, impact of movies, movie scoring, cinematic history, xenomorph, Paul Reiser, James Horner, podcast, movie, film, episodeRonny Duncan Studios
In questo episodio di Tango in Nero: Winni ci porta nella Hollywood del cinema muto, dove Ramón Novarro, protagonista di Ben-Hur e uno dei più grandi divi della sua epoca, viene trovato brutalmente assassinato nella sua casa di Laurel Canyon. Mentre, Mary ci conduce in Australia, nella casa di Rita Camilleri, dove un conflitto familiare si trasforma in uno dei delitti australiani più sconvolgenti.Dicci cosa ne pensi di questi casi scrivendoci su Instagram, commenta la puntata su Spotify o Apple Podcast, oppure entra nel nostro canale Telegram. Buon ascolto e grazie per essere qui con noi.
Les Misérables by Victor Hugo w/Jesan Sorrells & Libby Unger---Jesan Sorrells and Libby Unger explore Victor Hugo's masterpiece Les Misérables, examining its insights on moral authority, the impact of historical trauma, and the power of redemption in leadership. They discuss Hugo's romanticism, the enduring influence of French history on civic institutions, and how individual heroism still inspires contemporary audiences. The episode also draws parallels between Les Misérables' characters, modern social issues, and the necessity of aligning leadership values with virtuous action.Book Title: Les MisérablesAuthor: Victor HugoGuests: Jesan Sorrells, Libby Unger---Time-Stamped Overview---00:00 Introduction to a Classic Book06:31 Discovering French history through Les Mis13:15 European influence and historical trends17:10 Victor Hugo's impact on France26:14 Moral authority in leaders and characters27:34 Ben Hur and themes of revenge36:57 Monsignor Bienvenue's isolating virtue42:19 Life after prison struggles42:58 The power of small kindnesses49:50 Perceptions of America through the FIFA World Cup (2026)58:02 Discussing political candidates' solutions59:35 Consequences in a democratic republic01:07:35 Populism and public sacrifice01:12:55 Valjean's transformation through grace01:17:16 Reflections on Waterloo's aftermath01:23:54 Impact of Waterloo on French psyche01:28:57 Napoleon crowns himself emperor01:33:13 Understanding homelessness as a human issue01:39:34 Discussing poverty in Les Misérables01:45:57 Unexpected performance sparks epiphany01:48:24 Lessons on being heroic---Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air" from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!---Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Friends, Romans, Countryfolk . . . lend me a dollar, won't you? No? Well, fine, we're doing a new series anyway! So quo that in your vadis! This time we're choosing a random year every two episodes and discussing the most successful movie of that year and the biggest bomb of that year. At Mike's direction, we're calling it “Tops and Bottoms.” Personally, I don't see what bathing suit components have to do with cinema, but Mike was very insistent about this title . . . although he kept giggling every time he said it, so I'm not sure how serious he was. Tops and Bottoms . . . nossir, I don't get it. Anyway, this time we're using the highly sophisticated Max-O-Tron 9000000 to generate the year (ignore any rumors that you might hear regarding the fact that the Max-O-Tron 9000000 is, in fact, a six-sided die and a set of percentile dice. Lies, I tell you, lies!) and through this incredibly complex algorithm (it would take a scientist to explain it), we settled on 1959. And what was 1959's biggest cinematic success? A small-scale family drama involving a nice Jewish family called “Ben-Hur.” There's love, spear-throwing, a friendly little chariot race and a few appearances by a young Jewish fella who broke his parents' hearts by refusing to become a doctor and didn't HE live to regret it! And remember: you'll take Ben-Hur's chariot when you pry it from his cold, dead hands, you damn dirty ape! Give a listen! Poll question: when you hear that a movie is a multi-Oscar winner, does that influence your desire to see it? Positively or negatively? Leave a comment or call our Oscar-nominated hotline at 617-398-7266
The arena is set. He will face his betrayer, Messala, in a chariot race where the prize is pride and the cost is death. But will his quest for revenge lead him to ruin, or to a life-changing encounter with the Prince of Peace? Don't miss the thrilling conclusion of “Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ” on the next UNSHACKLED!
Looking for the true story behind the Dragon Boat Festival (Duanwu Jie)? There's much more to it than dragon boat races and sticky rice dumplings (zongzi).Many know the standard origin story of the patriotic poet Qu Yuan, but Formosa Files uncovers the less-tidy roots of the holiday. The Dragon Boat Festival date falls on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month; once feared as the dangerous "Month of a Hundred Poisons." Discover how people responded with temple rituals, protective herbs, and even arsenic-laced wine.John Ross and Eryk Michael Smith also chat about what marks the arrival of summer in modern Taiwan, from peak mango season to the blooming of the yellow golden shower and red flame trees right around when schools celebrate graduations. Plus, Eryk shares ancient wisdom from Ben-Hur ("Row well, and live" – 1959) as he recounts his own dragon boat racing glory.
Leaders, we almost never examine the assumptions that underlie the scaffolding of the decisions we make.---Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air" from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!---Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ by Lew Wallace w/John Hill & Jesan Sorrells---In this episode, the hosts dive deep into Ben-Hur by Lew Wallace, exploring the novel's themes of sacred vs. profane worldviews, the challenges of re-sacralizing modern Western culture, and how historical shifts in meaning affect society today. They examine the influence of religion, technology, and literature on leadership and personal identity, drawing parallels between ancient struggles and contemporary moral dilemmas. The episode also addresses America's unique cultural experiment in pluralism, the role of skepticism, and the power of books to transmit ideas across generations.Book Title: Ben HurAuthor: Lew WallaceGuest: John HillHost: Jesan Sorrells---Time-Stamped Overview---00:00 Transformation of Western Society12:23 Introducing Ben-Hur by Lew Wallace24:03 The struggle of modern times38:52 Understanding your target audience52:36 Why I Avoid Politics Here55:36 Evolution from Ethnos to Race01:08:21 Hannah Arendt on the Eichmann trial01:16:01 Discussing morality without religion01:34:24 Balancing work, productivity, and purpose01:36:17 Questioning traditional approaches01:51:21 Discussing cultural criticism and religion02:02:44 Discussing sales motivation and beliefs02:10:01 Gen Z's religious beliefs shifting02:24:01 Embracing change and personal growth02:30:05 Meaningful conversations at rallies---Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air" from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!---Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
A young prince is stripped of his family, his freedom, and his name—and cast into chains by the power of Rome. Driven by injustice and fueled by hatred, Judah Ben-Hur fights to survive…unaware that a brief encounter with a man from Nazareth has already set his destiny in motion. Don't miss Part One of Ben-Hur—a powerful story of loss, vengeance, and the first stirrings of grace on the next Unshackled!
Dieses Mal muss es einfach klappen. Nach drei Jahren voller BoP-Missstände erwartet jeder, dass die 24 Stunden von Le Mans in diesem Jahr wieder spannend werden. Und die ersten beiden WM-Läufe vor dem Klassiker an der Sarthe lassen genau das auch erhoffen: Das Feld liegt so eng zusammen wie zuletzt zu den gewaltigen LMP1-Zeiten. PITWALK-Chef und Podcaster Norbert Ockenga ist in Le Mans vor Ort, war auch schon bei den WM-Läufen in Imola und Spa – und hat sich ein umfassendes Bild verschafft. In der ersten Folge der großen Podcastwoche aus Le Mans erörtert er die Besonderheiten zwischen Hypercars und LMDh – und geht bei einer Schalte live in die Box von Peugeot Sport der Frage nach dem Umgang mit den für 2026 neuen Reifen, den Unterschieden zwischen Qualifikation und Rennen sowie den Eigenheiten des Peugeot 9x8 auf den Grund. Als Gesprächspartner hat er dazu Emmanuel Esnault am Mikrofon – den Teamchef von Peugeot. Mehr zu den 24 Stunden von Le Mans, die dieses Jahr erstmals wieder echt das größte Wagenrennen seit Ben Hur werden könnten, lest Ihr auch in der aktuellen Ausgabe der Zeitschrift PITWALK: https://shop.pitwalk.de/magazin/127/ausgabe-84?c=6
Jeff interviews Ken Valles from Karate Plus! He also has a collection of artifacts from the Ben Hur film, and has them organized into his Ben Hur Supershow!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Week's Panel - ElroyOMJ, FreakyRO, InigoMontoya80 Show Discussion - With so many amazing games coming out seemingly every day on the xbox that people cannot wait to hear discussed, the panel decides on an in depth discussion of all the ones that are no longer available to purchase. Games Mentioned: ElroyOMJ - Turtles Quest, Sacred Citadel, A bunch of ACA crap and other delisted stuff FreakyRO - Warboats (not a game), King's Quest V: Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder! (not an xbox game), and a bunch of delisted stuff (not available to purchase) InigoMontoya80 - Quantum Rush: Champions, Ben Hur, and a bunch of delisted stuff ----- AH101 Podcast Show Links - https://tinyurl.com/AH101Links Intro music provided by Exe the Hero. Check out his band Window of Opportunity on Facebook and YouTube
Michaela steps into the ring with the "the Ben-Hur of karate movies," The Quest (1996), writer-director-star Jean-Claude Van Damme's ambitiously expensive passion project, that finds him on a globetrotting odyssey from the streets of 1925 New York to the hidden temples of Tibet to compete in a legendary, secret tournament. Listen as we pack our bags, log frequent flyer miles via pirate ship, elephant, and horse, wrap our knuckles and experience every fighting style known to man on this week's exciting episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Många av filmhistoriens mest kända verk har historien som tema – Ben-Hur, Gladiator, Ivanhoe, Braveheart, De tre musketörerna med flera. Andra filmer har blivit så ryktbara att de själva har blivit en del av historien och omgivits av myter, vilket gör det svårt att skilja sanning från bluff. Hit hör inte minst några av de stora Hollywoodfilmerna på 1940-talet, som Casablanca och Riddarfalken från Malta. I det här avsnittet ger vi oss i kast med några av dessa filmer och granskar deras historiska aspekter i detalj.Särskilt intressanta är de individer som förekommer i filmerna. Har de funnits eller inte? När vi tittar närmare på flera av dem visar det sig snart att förvånansvärt många faktiskt har verkliga förlagor. När Orson Welles skapade huvudpersonen i Citizen Kane utgick han från tidningsmagnaten William Randolph Hearst, som fortfarande levde – och som försökte stoppa filmen när han förstod hur nära förebilden låg.I andra fall är det mer komplicerat. Tarzan har en förlaga – men inte i form av en verklig person, utan som en litterär föregångare: Mowgli i Djungelboken nämns ofta som en viktig inspirationskälla. Zorro är, åtminstone delvis, knuten till legenderna kring den mexikanske banditen Joaquín Murrieta. Men hur är det med Ben-Hur, Röda nejlikan och d'Artagnan – har de också funnits på riktigt?I detta avsnitt av podden Harrisons dramatiska historia samtalar Dick Harrison, professor i historia vid Lunds universitet, och fackboksförfattaren Katarina Harrison Lindbergh om historia på film: vad är sant och vad är falskt?Bild: Ben-Hur-affischen från 1959, med Charlton Hestons Judah Ben-Hur i centrum och stridsvagnsloppet som filmens dramatiska höjdpunkt. Konst: Reynold Brown. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.Klippare: Emanuel Lehtonen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episódio 200. Não é só número redondo, é checkpoint de uma jornada que saiu de conversa técnica entre amigos e virou referência em AppSec e DevSecOps. Nesse especial, a mesa está completa. Desde a formação raiz com Balbino e Vini, passando pela evolução com Marcos e Ben-Hur, até chegar no comando firme do host de sempre, Cássio Pereira. É história, bastidores, opiniões afiadas e, claro, muita discussão que mistura experiência real com aquelas verdades que nem sempre agradam, mas todo mundo precisa ouvir. Não espere retrospectiva bonitinha. Aqui tem:o que deu certo e o que foi puro aprendizado na marracomo o AppSec mudou ao longo dos episódiosonde a galera errou feio e o que faria diferente hojeo que ninguém está falando sobre o futuro de segurançaE sim, tem zoeira. Porque depois de 200 episódios, se não tiver isso, tem algo errado. Dá o play. Porque se você chegou até aqui com a gente, esse episódio também é seu.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/devsecops-podcast--4179006/support.Apoio: Nova8, Snyk, Conviso, Gold Security, Digitalwolk e PurpleBird Security.
La saga James Bond, Le Hobbit, Thelma et Louise, Rocky, 2001 L'Odyssée de l'espace, Ben-Hur, La Mort aux trousses… Tous ces films et plus de 4000 autres ont un point commun : leur visuel d'ouverture, un lion animé rugissant, dans un anneau de bandes de films dorées portant le slogan “ars gratia artis”, “l'art est la récompense de l'art” en latin. Ce logo, c'est celui de la société de production hollywoodienne MGM, la Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. L'entreprise est créée en 1924 à la suite de la fusion de la société Metro Pictures et des Studios de Samuel Goldwyn et Louis B. Mayer. Le premier propriétaire de la Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer est l'un des principaux exploitants de salles de cinéma aux États-Unis, Marcus Loew. De quand date cette société de production ? Ça a toujours été le même lion ? Et aujoud'hui, le logo a-t-il changé ? Ecoutez la suite dans cet épisode de "Maintenant vous savez - Culture". Un podcast Bababam Originals, écrit et réalisé par Béatrice Jumel. Première diffusion : juillet 2023 A écouter aussi : Pourquoi Indiana Jones n'a-t-il rien inventé ? Quels sont les 3 plus gros records sur Twitch ? Qu'est-ce que le minimalisme ? Retrouvez tous les épisodes de "Maintenant vous savez". Suivez Bababam sur Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yoshi! This week Nando DJ and Diggins blast off to all three planets of the universe to watch the movie that inexplicably has Starfox, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. They nitpick the powers, the princesses, and of course the babies. Recommendations DJ - Age of Attraction (series) Diggins - Pulse (movie), Gothic (movie), Ben Hur (movie) Nando - Invincible (series), West Coast Avengers (comic), Silly Silly Fun Boy (comedy special) Plugs Mostly Nitpicking on Bluesky The Nando v Movies Discord Roses and Rejections Diggins' Substack - A Little Perspective All of Nando's Links Mostly Nitpicking theme by Nick Porcaro Logo by Michelle Chapman
Anne Miller joins Dan, James and Andy to discuss beans, Blackbeard and Ben Hur. Visit nosuchthingasafish.com for news about live shows, merchandise and more episodes. Join Club Fish for ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content at apple.co/nosuchthingasafish or nosuchthingasafish.com/patreonHead to www.squarespace.com/FISH to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code FISH.
Content Warning: This episode contains descriptions of gun violence, intimate partner violence, poisoning, and discussions of coercive control in same-sex and heterosexual relationships. Crisis resources are listed at the end of these notes.Historical ContextIn Indiana, public pressure forced an exhumation four months after Hattie's death. Organs shipped to Chicago forchemical analysis revealed large quantities of strychnine. Pettit was arrested and charged with murder. The trial in Crawfordsville drew journalists from across the Midwest. Lew Wallace — the author of *Ben-Hur*, a former Union general, and a member of the military commission that tried the Lincoln assassination conspirators — attendedregularly from the gallery. The jury convicted Pettit and sentenced him to life in prison at hard labor. He died oftuberculosis in 1893, the same day the Indiana Supreme Court granted him a retrial. Elma Whitehead, who funded his defense and fled the state to avoid subpoenas, was never tried.Lilly Duer was captured in Baltimore and tried at the Worcester County courthouse in Snow Hill, Maryland, in May 1879. She was housed not in jail but at the National Hotel across the street — jail being unsuitable for a woman of her standing. The jury convicted her of manslaughter. The sentence: a five-hundred-dollar fine and no prison time. For shooting a woman in the face.The InvestigationsIndiana, 1889: While Hattie Pettit visited a friend in South Bend, her husband moved into the home of Elma Whitehead — the wealthiest woman in the county, daughter of church patron David Meharry. Pettit proposed to Elma, and she accepted. When Hattie returned on July 12, she was poisoned with strychnine on at least three separate occasions over five days. The poison produced violent convulsions — the body arching, the muscles seizing, the face drawn into what the Victorians called the risus sardonicus. Hattie told her doctor she believed she had been poisoned. He did nothing. She died July 17, 1889. The official cause: malaria.Maryland, 1878:On November 5, Lilly Duer walked into the Hearn family home in Pocomoke City with a revolverconcealed in a specially sewn pocket of her dress. She shot Ella Hearn in the face. The bullet passed through Ella's lip, shattered a tooth, and lodged in her skull. Through the blood, Ella spoke: "Don't, Lilly, please don't. I'll marry you." Lilly fled to Baltimore disguised in her brother's suit with her already-short hair cropped shorter.The CrimesHattie Sperry Pettit: was a schoolteacher who married the Reverend William Pettit through church connections inNew York. In 1889 Indiana, teaching was one of the very few professional callings available to educated women, andHattie was practical, self-sufficient, and disciplined. She did not know that the man at the head of her table had oncebeen jailed for theft, had lied his way into the Masonic Brotherhood, and had used those connections to secure his ordination. The minister she married was a fabrication.Ella Hearn was nineteen years old in the autumn of 1878, the daughter of an established merchant family in Pocomoke City, Maryland. Quiet, gentle, trusting — she had graduated from a boarding academy where she shared a room with the woman who would shoot her. She observed what the newspapers called a delicate, unassuming grace. That grace made her extraordinarily vulnerable.The VictimsBoth cases are about desire that could not be spoken aloud and justice systems that decided the people who caused harm deserved more mercy than the people who were harmed.In a river town on Maryland's Eastern Shore, a nineteen-year-old woman is shot in the face by her closest companion— and through the blood and agony speaks five words that have echoed for nearly a century and a half. In the farming country of western Indiana, a minister poisons his wife with strychnine so he can marry the richest woman in the county — and the dying woman figures out exactly what is happening to her. No one lifts a finger.Season 40 of Foul Play begins a year-long journey across all fifty states, pairing two historical crimes per episode —connected by a single thread. Tonight: Maryland, 1878, and Indiana, 1889. Two women trusted the people closest to them. Both paid for that trust with their bodies.Crisis Support ResourcesIf you or someone you know is experiencing intimate partner violence:-US: National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233-US: Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741-UK: National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247-UK: Victim Support: 0808 1689 111Our Sponsors:* Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com* Check out Mood and use my code SHANE for a great deal: https://mood.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Easter probably called for a chat about the silent version of either The Ten Commandments or Ben-Hur, but no. I'm talking about a 1932 Ernst Lubitsch rom-com that's excellent with the rom, yet only smile-inducing with the com. Covering Trouble In Paradise also gets Miriam Hopkins, Kay Francis and Herbert Marshall on Have you Ever Seen for the first time. They're all well-served by the infamous Lubitsch Touch. Here a rich, pampered, unworthy fail-daughter (Francis) is set up to be ripped off by clever thieves (Hopkins and Marshall). But they're all likable, the romance(s) work great and you even end up rooting for all the characters, even though each of them could easily seem despicable. Lubitsch: one of the greats in this genre. So cue up Trouble In Paradise in this 730th edition of HYES, where I give you the info about some pre-Code lovin' and stealin' European shennanigans. Jot down some thoughts about classic movies and tell me about them. My email is "haveyoueverseenpodcast@gmail.com", my Twitter is "@moviefiend51" and my Bluesky is "ryan-ellis." Also, tickle that subscribe button and then take some time to write a review and rate the podcast as well. Last thing? Follow me on Letterboxd: RyanHYES.
La tabarraque de hoy se la lleva Pascu con Ben-Hur. Hemos empezado a hablar sobre las cosas que siempre siempre hacemos en Semana Santa y Pascu nos ha leído la parrilla de programación de la tele. Y ya os avisamos: tenemos 7 horas y media de romanos a nuestra disposición para este viernes santo.
This week, we're breaking down everything we watched recently and then debating the top 5 greatest movie villains of all time. First, we review a wide range of films, from timeless classics to recent releases. Tyler Johns gives his thoughts on Ben-Hur (1959), The Mummy (1999), They Will Kill You, and The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist, while Lance Taylor weighs in on Hoosiers, M (1931), Send Help, and Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates. Some of these movies are easy recommendations, some are fun but flawed, and a couple get absolutely buried. Then we reveal our personal top 5 movie villains ever. Names like Darth Vader, The Joker, Anton Chigurh, John Doe, Calvin Candie, Nurse Ratched, Alex Forrest, and Godzilla all make the conversation. Who is the most iconic villain in movie history? Who is the most terrifying? And who deserves the number one spot? We also talk about a couple of upcoming releases worth watching, including The Drama from A24 starring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya, and the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy movie. If you love movie reviews, classic cinema, thriller talk, and ranking the greatest villains in film history, this episode is for you. Comment below with your top 5 movie villains of all time and let us know which movie we reviewed that you'd most want to watch next. SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - / @nextroundlive FOLLOW TNR ON RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/c-7759604 FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive 267,216 Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode Robert Ray comes on to discuss Ben-Hur (1959) in 4K for the Easter season.
Dana and Tom with 5x Club member and CLP contributor, Peterson W. Hill (Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast), discuss Inside Man (2006) for its 20th anniversary: directed by Spike Lee, written by Russell Gewirtz, cinematography by Matthew Libatique, music by Terence Blanchard, editing by Barry Alexander Brown, starring Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, Jodie Foster, Christopher Plummer, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Willem Dafoe.Plot Summary: Inside Man follows a tense bank robbery in New York City that quickly becomes a battle of wits. Denzel Washington plays a sharp detective sent in to negotiate when a group of masked robbers, led by Clive Owen, take control of a crowded Manhattan bank. As the police try to understand the robbers' plan, the situation grows more complicated. A powerful banker played by Christopher Plummer secretly hires a smooth and mysterious fixer, played by Jodie Foster, to protect a dangerous secret hidden inside the bank.Guest:Peterson W. Hill - Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast@petersonwhill on IG, Letterboxd, and TwitterPrevious Guest on Gone Girl (2014), Parasite (2019), Fight Club (1999), Ben-Hur (1959), Up in the Air (2009), The Shop Around the Corner (1940), La Dolce Vita (1960), The Social Network (2010) Revisit, Pather Panchali (1955), Se7en (1995), Spartacus (1960), Rebel Without a Cause (1955)Chapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Inside Man02:26 Welcome Back Peterson W. Hill05:17 Relationship(s) with Inside Man11:35 Who is the Antagonist of Inside Man?22:47 Plot Summary for Inside Man23:41 What is Inside Man About?28:32 Did You Know?33:06 What's Happening with Peterson W. Hill?38:48 Best Performance(s)54:15 Best Scene(s)01:00:32 In Memoriam01:02:29 Best/Funniest Lines01:05:06 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:10:39 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance01:18:57 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:22:37 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness01:27:25 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability01:31:41 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total01:34:31 Remaining Questions for Inside Man01:44:09 Thank You to Peterson and Final Thoughts01:48:02 CreditsYou can also find this episode in full video on YouTube.You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast).For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/inside-man-2006-ft-peterson-w-hillFor the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-listKeywords:Inside Man, Spike Lee, Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, film analysis, heist movie, movie review, film legacy, character development, film impact Inside Man, Spike Lee, film analysis, heist movies, Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, film trivia, movie review, cinematic techniques, crime thrillersRonny Duncan Studios
Espido Freire deja las canciones a un lado para analizar este martes la serie canadiense Heated Rivalry. La colaboradora de Cuerpos especiales se ha dejado seducir por esta serie a la que ve claros paralelismos con Ben-Hur. Los mismos chicos guapos, la misma rivalidad desmedida y la misma tensión sexual. La diferencia es que en la película de 1959 se queda en el aire y en la serie actual se revuelve... ¡y muchas veces!
Ginebras presenta su disco Cuando nada es para tanto, Espido Freire analiza la serie canadiense Heated Rivalry a la que ve claros paralelismos con Ben-Hur y Jorge Yorya trae la historia de Eurovisión. Además, La Patrulla Chiquilla comparte sus trucos para pasárselo bien en el recreo y en la sección Arden las musics se habla de grupos que empiezan con la letra P.
Check out this encore show from March 26, 2025 Father John Paul Erickson joins Patrick to discuss Spiritual Movies (4:06) what are the dangers of movies the spiritual life Father shares a movie which he really enjoys (13:52) Sean - The Adventures of Robinhood from 1938. It's a very Catholic movie. Had a good impression on my life. Saw it when I was 6. Greg – Nefarious outstanding movie. Certain groups played it off as a horror film. It's good vs. evil. Some have avoided it because it deals with evil. The guy who did it also did God is Not Dead. One priest said every priest should see it for giving advice for confession. Mark - Calvary...Irish Film. 10 years old. About a priest who really lays down life for his flock. (22:47) Break 1 John - Of Gods and Men...French film. About monks serving souls in north Africa. Based on a true story. Barb - The Shack...about what it's like to be God and sacrifice your son. It shows God sacrificed his son as this guy sacrificed his daughter. Bring your tissues. (29:50) Nels - The Last Supper....newly released film. Emphasis on Judas in that movie. Miriam - 7th Heaven...1930's. Star5ring Jimmy Stewart. Unlikely love story ever told. Mention of God in the movie. He's an atheist and then things happen. My favorite movie. (35:43) Break 2 Roland - Journey to Bethlehem....nativity story. Silence...the story of the Japanese Martyrs. Ignition Martyrs (39:16) Matt - Beckett, and the Cardinal. Excommunication scene in Beckett is most powerful scene. The Cardinal being more recent. Pope Benedict was advisor for this movie. Came out when V2 was written. Patrick shares some movie recommendation from listeners who write in. Roxanne - The Most Reluctant Convert...untold story of CS Lewis. Very good. (43:02) Jean - King of Kings...1925. It's a silent movie and beautiful. Eric - The Scarlet and the Black. Based off the Scarlet Pimpernel. Hides thousands of Jews during WWII. I think it's a must see. Resources - Spiritual Movies: Babette’s Feast (1987) The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) Nefarious (2023) Calvary (Irish film) (2014) Of Gods and Men (2010) The Mission (1986) Arrival (2016) The Blue Kite (Chinese) (1993) The Shack (2017) The Last Supper (2025) The Chosen (series) (2017 – present) Seventh Heaven (1937) A Hidden Life (2019) A Man for All Seasons (1966) All That Remains: Dr. Takashi Nagai (2016) Journey to Bethlehem (Christmas) ( Nativity Story (Christmas) Silence (2023) Exodus: Gods and Kings (2014) The Ten Commandments (1956) Ben Hur (1959) The Robe (1953) Becket (1964) The Cardinal (1963) Gattaca (1997) The Most Reluctant Convert: the Untold Story of C.S. Lewis (2021) The King of Kings (1927) The Scarlet and the Black (1983) The Sound of Metal (2019) Life is Beautiful (1997) The Bells of St. Mary’s (1945) The Lord of the Rings (2001-03) Groundhog Day (1993) A River Runs Through It (1992)
Send a textWe sit down with Bill Hunt of The Digital Bits to unpack the Paramount–Warner twist and his thoughts on the merger's impact on physical media. We also discuss how replication bottlenecks and layoffs are reshaping the industry. Then we review Warner Bros' entire 2026 4K slate, their boutique licensing partners, and why there is an urgency to keep buying physical media.Purchase BEN HUR 4KPurchase EXCALIBER 4KFollow Bill Hunt on The Digital BitsLearn more about The Digital Bits PatreonMore purchase links: ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN 4KALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN 4K STEELBOOKSPEED RACER 4K Steelbook The Extras Facebook page The Extras TV YouTube ChannelThe Extras Twitter Warner Archive & Warner Bros Catalog Group Join our new public Facebook Group for Warner Archive Animation Fans and get the latest update on all the releases. As an Amazon Affiliate, The Extras may receive a commission for purchases through our purchase links. There is no additional cost to you, and every little bit helps us in the production of the podcast. Thanks in advance. Otaku Media produces podcasts, behind-the-scenes extras, and media that connect creatives with their fans and businesses with their consumers. Contact us today to see how we can work together to achieve your goals. tim@theextras.tv
Dana and Tom with returning guest, Kristin Battestella (A Film Critic for In Session Film, Search Magazine, and Keith Loves Movies), discuss the layered Western, The Searchers (1956): directed by John Ford, written by Frank S. Nugent, cinematography by Winton C. Hoch, editing by Jack Murray, music by Max Steiner, starring John Wayne, Jeffrey Hunter, Vera Miles, Ward Bond, and Natalie Wood.Plot Summary: The Searchers is a powerful Western directed by John Ford. The film stars John Wayne as Ethan Edwards, a bitter and restless Civil War veteran who returns to his brother's Texas home after years away. When a Comanche raid destroys the family and kidnaps his young niece Debbie, Ethan sets out on a long, obsessive search to find her. He is joined by his adopted nephew, Martin Pawley, played by Jeffrey Hunter.As the years pass, the search takes Ethan and Martin across harsh desert landscapes and through dangerous encounters. Martin begins to question Ethan's growing hatred and his true intentions if they ever find Debbie, now played as a teenager by Natalie Wood. The film explores themes of revenge, racism, and redemption, building toward a final confrontation that tests Ethan's humanity.Guest:Kristin Battestella - A Film Critic for In Session Film, Search Magazine, and Keith Loves Movies@kbatzkrafts on IG, @thereforereview on Twitter, Letterboxd, @kbatzreviews on YouTubePreviously on Ben-Hur (1959)CLP ContributorChapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for The Searchers03:40 Welcome Back, Kristin Battestella05:30 Kristin's Favorite Film13:22 Relationship(s) with The Searchers22:05 Plot Summary for The Searchers23:15 What is The Searchers About?28:41 Did You Know?34:41 First Break35:27 What's Happening with Kristin Battestella36:20 GMOAT Hall of Fame - February 202646:42 Best Performance(s)01:02:28 Best Scene(s)01:16:14 Second Break01:16:55 In Memoriam01:23:13 Best/Funniest Lines01:25:55 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:30:17 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance01:33:25 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:38:53 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness01:50:15 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability01:53:35 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total01:57:02 Remaining Questions for The Searchers02:01:21 Thank You to Kristin and Final Thoughts02:13:31 CreditsYou can also find this episode in full video on YouTube.You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast).For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/the-searchers-1956-ft-kristin-battestellaFor the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-listKeywords:The Searchers, John Ford, John Wayne, Western films, film analysis, cinematic legacy, film history, American cinema, classic movies, film critique film analysis, Westerns, cinema legacy, film history, societal attitudes, film impact, accessibility, film interpretationRonny Duncan Studios
In this episode, Alice interviews Professor Konstantinos Nikoloutsos, based at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia, and Professor Lee Brice, from Western Illinois University. Konstantinos' research focuses on the afterlife of ancient Greece and Rome in the Western world, and several of his publications examine the representation of ancient history on stage and screen. Lee is a military historian, focusing especially on military unrest and indiscipline during the time of Alexander the Great and in the early Roman empire. He contributed a reflective conclusion to a collection of essays which Konstantinos masterminded, published in 2023 as Brill's Companion to ancient Greek and Roman Warfare on Film. As Konstantinos puts it, ‘Celluloid antiquity is saturated with images of combat'. In our discussion, we dig deep into how ancient war and peacemaking have been depicted in film from the 1960s to the present day. We track changes across time in the cinematic representation of ancient violence and heroism, in relation to developments in film history and contemporary socio-political contexts. Films such as Ben-Hur, Spartacus, Troy, 300, Gladiator, and Hercules are all unpicked; and along the way we discuss the ways in which they construct masculinity, humanise action heroes, stigmatise Others, and normalise war as a pathway to 'greatness'. We consider how political and military events have influenced the representation of ancient warfare on the one hand, and how films depicting ancient warfare have become commentaries on contemporary contexts on the other. Konstantinos and Lee also discuss the future of 'sword-and-sandel' movies, including the role that AI may increasingly play, and the real-world impacts of evolving trends in cinematic depictions of ancient warfare.We hope you enjoy the episode. For a version of our podcast with close captions, please use this link. For more information about individuals and their projects, please visit the University of St Andrews' Visualising War website and the Ancient Peace Studies Network.Music composed by Jonathan YoungSound mixing by Zofia Guertin
William Wyler's sweeping historical epic Ben-Hur is one of the OG blockbusters. It took home Best Picture for the 1959 Academy Awards, along with 12 other statues--making it one of the most awarded and beloved dramas of all time.This week, Earth's Mightiest Critics look at the story of Judah Ben-Hur (Charlton Heston), a Jewish prince who is betrayed and forced into slavery. His winding journey of vengeance and redemption lands him front and center with the most significant event in human history.Join us for a spoilerific look at Charlton, chariots, and the changing nature of blockbusters. We also make a case for this being a perfect film, and take your questions, comments, and SuperChats!Support Kicking the Seat on Patreon, subscribe to us on YouTube, and follow us at:XLetterboxdInstagramFacebookShow LinksWatch the Ben-Hur (1959) trailer.Pick up the new Ben-Hur 4K UHD from Warner Bros.As mentioned in the show, Warner Bros also released a new 4K of All the President's Men! Check the disc out here.And listen to Ian and Don Shanahan's "Reelpolitik" review of the film from few years ago.Support all of Earth's Mightiest Critics at their various outlets:Keep up with Jeff York's criticism and caricatures at The Establishing Shot and Pipeline Artists.Check out Mark "The Movie Man" Krawczyk's The Spoiler Room Podcast.Get seated with The Blonde in Front!Follow David Fowlie's film criticism at Keeping It Reel.Get educated with Don Shanahan at Every Movie Has a Lesson…...And Film Obsessive...and the Cinephile Hissy Fit Podcast.Keep up with Annie Banks at The Mary Sue....and We Got This Covered.Make Nice with Mike Crowley of You'll Probably Agree.And save your celluloid soul with Dave Canfield's Substack, "Creature Feature Preacher".
Billy Joel's "We Didn't Start the Fire" mentions "Ben-Hur" for a reason—it was the cinematic event of 1959. In this episode of History Ignited, we explore the massive scale of William Wyler's production, the legendary chariot race that took months to film, and how it became the first movie in history to sweep 11 Academy Awards. Join us as we discuss why this tale of betrayal and redemption resonated so deeply with audiences and why it remains a pillar of Hollywood's Golden Age. Send a text
Sa carrière d'acteur est peut-être la plus belle qu'ait connu Hollywood ; mais qui fut, derrière Ben-Hur, Charlton Heston ?Entrez dans l'univers fascinant de Charlton Heston, l'un des acteurs les plus emblématiques d'Hollywood !
Tim Shearcroft, CEO and Co-Founder of BP Silver Corp. (TSXV: BPAG), joins me for a review of the results from the first two drill holes of its initial eleven-hole Phase I drill program at the Cosuño Silver Project, located in the prolific Bolivian silver belt. Additionally, the Company is working on finalizing the title at their Titiri Project, located in a major under-explored silver belt with Tier 1 discovery potential. The Phase I drill program tested four initial targets in the southern portion of Cosuño, selected as initial targets because they were outcropping, in an area that is covered by surficial overburden. Drill Holes CO-0001 and CO-0002 were drilled in the Jalsuri target, a northwest-southeast trending ridge formed by a prominent mineralized structure. These results validated that the lithocap at Cosuño is mineralized with precious metals and base metals. CO-0001 intercepted 62 meters of 56.96 silver equivalent (AgEq), including 29 meters of 80 AgEq, and 4 meters of 150 AgEq CO-0002 intercepted 33 meters of 62.86 silver equivalent (AgEq), including 3 meters of 124.95 AgEq The remaining 9 holes from Phase I will have more holes returned from the Jalsuri, Benhur, Pocalleta, and Pocañita Chica target areas. We also discussed the potential for future drilling at the other portion of Jalsuri, and the Pocañita Grande targets. We discuss the prospectivity of Bolivia for mineral exploration and exploitation, the handful of companies that have made solid advancements on their projects in country, and how the political administration has recently changed to become more amenable to foreign business investment and mineral extraction. Additionally, their team is working with the government to finalize obtaining the title to begin exploration on their Titiri Project. Titiri was staked over a large land concession containing outcropping mineralization historically explored by ASARCO. This Project contains a 2.5km-long silver-lead-zinc zone, with excellent historical trench results, that was never drilled. Titiri is a very High Priority structural setting at the intersection of several major crustal-scale faults, along which multiple deposits occur. There is a MOU in place with local communities, and they'd like to get on the ground for exploration in mid-2026. If you have any questions for Tim regarding BP Silver, then please email those into me at Shad@kereport.com. Click here to follow the latest news from BP Silver Corp For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
Fritz Lang's Metropolis In 1927 Cinema was still in its relative infancy. Nearly eleven years earlier D.W. Griffith had established the "grammar of cinema" with his epic masterpiece, The Birth of a Nation. The subsequent decade would showcase spectacles (Ben-Hur, Intolerance), comedies (The Gold Rush, The General), and dramatic classics (Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans, The Last Laugh). Cinematic Science Fiction would be attempted as early as 1902 with Melie's A Voyage to the Moon, however it would take nearly a quarter of a century for Sci-Fi to reveal its technical brilliance and possibilities with 1927s Fritz Lang masterpiece Metropolis. While an incredibly innovative, beautiful, and groundbreaking film, Lang's narrative (from a treatment and screenplay by his wife and artistic partner, Thea von Harbou), continues - or is the beginning - of the lazy and apologetic "White Savior" cinematic trope that has continued from Lawrence of Arabia thru Dances with Wolves, and most recently, Avatar and Dune. This week Mr. Chavez & I go back to the argument that we have made before and will continue to make regarding this insulting and problemtic cinematic trope. Each generation seems to want to tell its own version of this story without recognizing the inherent hypocrisy of a society and culture victimized by the elite while simultaneously needing to be saved by a blonde-haired, blue-eyed messiah (in this case a billionaire suddenly aware of his "mediator destiny" and responsibility to his "brothers"). Yes, we recognize the technical and production brilliance of this film, while at the same time being unable to ignore (or excuse) the obvious and insulting simplicity of its narrative. It is possible to simultaneoulsy admire and take issue with a work of art. Take a listen and ask yourself if you agree. Let us know what you think. As always, we can be reached at gondoramos@yahoo.com - Many, Many Thanks. For those of you who would like to donate to this undying labor of love, you can do so with a contribution at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/watchrickramos - Anything and Everything is appreciated, You Cheap Bastards.
Christmas either came a little late or very early this year.
In this episode we discuss and learn some new things about the birth of Jesus; the shepherd's experience; the visit of the magi; and....Ben Hur?!?
The boys are back with a pre-Christmas couple of hours and talk about the validity of Gremlins as. Christmas film, Jesus popping up a few times in Ben Hur, green screen spoiling modern films and Bridgette Macron being a man. The lads talk about Neil Armstrong fake moon rock, the World Cup ticket fiasco, the pilot who survived Black Hawk Down, the incredible P Diddy documentary series and horror of the 78th floor of the twin towers on 9/11 plus much much more….@ambitioniscritcal1997 on Instagram @TheAiCPodcast on Twitter
This week Harrison will review "Ben-Hur (1959)"#benhur #charltonheston #williamwyler #reelyoldmoviesJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi-kQg1mJOVRRy6J53p4rbQ/joinSocial Media Links: https://linktr.ee/reelyoldmovies
BEN-HUR An aristocratic Jew living in Judaea incurs the wrath of a childhood friend, now a Roman tribune. Forced into slavery on a galley and made to witness the brutal persecution of his family, he survives, silently nurturing a relentless dream of vengeance. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Derek McCaw talk about historical fiction, intermissions, inner fat kids and the movie “Ben Hur” on this week's Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:04 Craig, Elisabeth and Derek McCaw talk about their inner and outer fat kids. 10:04 Craig, Elisabeth and Derek discuss "Ben-Hur" 47:30 Recasting 1:10:09 Double Feature 1:13:09 Final Thoughts 1:20:09 A preview of next week's episode "The Deer Hunter" Our next no-ender is the post-Vietnam drama "The Deer Hunter"
TITANIC A young aristocratic woman named Rose, suffocating in a rigid engagement, falls for free-spirited third-class passenger Jack Dawson aboard the unsinkable ocean liner - Titanic. Their secret romance defies class and her possessive fiancé as the ship sails toward disaster. When it hits an iceberg, their struggle to survive reveals love, sacrifice, and the brutal divide between those rescued and those left behind. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Ryley Brown talk about touchstone cinema, historical fiction, PCP chowder and the movie “Titanic” on this week's Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:20 Craig, Elisabeth and Ryley Brown talk about boats. 7:37 Craig, Elisabeth and Ryley discuss "Titanic" 1:08:03 Recasting 1:44:36 Double Feature 1:47:42 Final Thoughts 1:56:31 A preview of next week's episode "Ben-Hur" Our next no-ender is the biblical fiction "Ben-Hur"
Dana and Tom with 5x Club Member, Peterson W. Hill (Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast) discuss Rebel Without a Cause (1955) celebrating its 70th anniversary: directed by Nicholas Ray, written by Stewart Stern and Irving Shulman, cinematography by Ernest Haller, music by Leonard Rosenman, starring James Dean, Natalie Wood, Sal Mineo, and Jim Backus.Plot Summary: Rebel Without a Cause explores teenage rebellion and emotional confusion in 1950s America. The movie stars James Dean as Jim Stark, a troubled teenager who struggles to fit in after moving to a new town. His parents, played by Jim Backus and Ann Doran, constantly argue, leaving Jim feeling misunderstood and angry.At his new high school, Jim quickly gets into trouble with a local gang led by Buzz Gunderson (played by Corey Allen). When a “chickie run” ends in tragedy with Buzz's death, Jim quickly becomes the enemy of the gang. Afterward, Jim finds himself drawn to Judy (Natalie Wood), Buzz's girlfriend, who also feels neglected by her parents. The two bond over their shared loneliness and confusion about adulthood. They are joined by Plato (Sal Mineo), a shy and troubled boy who looks up to Jim as a father figure.The three teens briefly imagine forming their own “family,” away from the chaos of their parents' lives. But when the police close in on them, tragedy strikes again, showing how fragile and misunderstood young people can be when they have nowhere to turn.Guest:Peterson W. Hill - Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast@petersonwhill on IG, Letterboxd, and TwitterPrevious Guest on Gone Girl (2014), Parasite (2019), Fight Club (1999), Ben-Hur (1959), Up in the Air (2009), The Shop Around the Corner (1940), La Dolce Vita (1960), The Social Network (2010) Revisit, Pather Panchali (1955), Se7en (1995),
Dana and Tom with 5x Club member, Peterson W. Hill (Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast) discuss Spartacus (1960) for its 65th Anniversary: directed by Stanley Kubrick, written by Dalton Trumbo, Cinematography by Russell Metty, Music by Alex North, starring Kirk Douglas, Jean Simmons, Tony Curtis, Laurence Olivier, Charles Laughton, and Peter Ustinov.Plot Summary: Spartacus tells the story of a slave in ancient Rome who refuses to accept a life of cruelty and injustice. Born into slavery, Spartacus is forced to fight as a gladiator for the entertainment of wealthy Romans. However, his strength, courage, and sense of dignity inspire other slaves to follow him when he leads a massive revolt, freeing thousands of men, women, and children. Spartacus dreams of escaping Rome's control and living freely. However, the Roman army is powerful and relentless. Despite many victories, Spartacus and his followers cannot escape Rome's reach. In the end, Spartacus is captured and crucified, but his spirit of resistance lives on. The film shows how his fight for freedom challenged the might of an empire and became a symbol of courage against oppression.Chapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Sparatacus03:24 Relationship(s) to Spartacus09:00 Kirk Douglas' Crowning Achievement?15:59 Plot Summary for Spartacus17:04 What is Spartacus About?21:54 Where is Spartacus in the Kubrick Rankings?26:16 Did You Know?31:39 First Break32:28 What's Happening with Peterson?38:19 The Cinema Legacy Poll - #79-7150:50 Best Performance(s)01:05:45 Best Scene(s)01:14:59 Second Break01:15:45 Best/Funniest Lines01:18:07 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:25:43 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance01:32:12 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:37:53 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness01:42:10 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability01:45:11 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total01:47:20 Remaining Questions for Spartacus01:52:21 Thank You Peterson and Final Thoughts02:01:53 CreditsGuest:Peterson W. Hill - Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast@petersonwhill on IG, Letterboxd, and TwitterPrevious Guest on Gone Girl (2014), Parasite (2019), Fight Club (1999), Ben-Hur (1959), Up in the Air (2009), The Shop Around the Corner (1940),
Dana and Tom with 5x Club Member, Peterson W. Hill (Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast) discuss the crime noir thriller, Se7en (1995) for its 30th anniversary: directed by David Fincher, written by Andrew Kevin Walker, cinematography by Darius Khondji, music by Howard Shore, starring Morgan Freeman, Brad Pitt, Gwyneth Paltrow, R. Lee Ermey, John C. McGinley, and Kevin Spacey.Plot Summary: Se7en, directed by David Fincher, is a dark crime thriller about two detectives trying to stop a serial killer. Detective Somerset (Morgan Freeman), an older cop close to retirement, is partnered with Detective Mills (Brad Pitt), a younger officer new to the city. They begin investigating a series of murders where each crime represents one of the seven deadly sins: gluttony, greed, sloth, lust, pride, envy, and wrath.The killer, John Doe, carefully plans each murder as a twisted lesson about human corruption. Somerset and Mills struggle to keep up as the crimes grow more shocking and disturbing. The case takes a personal turn when Doe finally surrenders, leading the detectives to a final trap that tests their morals.The movie explores themes of justice, morality, and the darkness of human nature. Its bleak atmosphere and shocking ending leave a lasting impact, making Seven one of the most powerful crime films of the 1990s.Guest:Peterson W. Hill - Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast@petersonwhill on IG, Letterboxd, and TwitterPrevious Guest on Gone Girl (2014), Parasite (2019), Fight Club (1999), Ben-Hur (1959), Up in the Air (2009), The Shop Around the Corner (1940), La Dolce Vita (1960), The Social Network (2010) Revisit, Pather Panchali (1955)Chapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast and Background for Se7en04:57 Welcome Back Peterson09:11 The Impact of Se7en on the Crime and Horror Genres17:09 Relationship(s) with Se7en21:52 Plot Summary for Se7en23:10 What is Se7en About?29:41 All-Time Film Twist...
durée : 00:52:29 - Le Cours de l'histoire - par : Xavier Mauduit, Maïwenn Guiziou - Film à grand spectacle, démesuré et impressionnant, "Ben-Hur" est le péplum par excellence dans l'imaginaire collectif. Immense succès populaire en même temps qu'un témoignage de l'âge d'or d'Hollywood, "Ben-Hur" est-il un film sur la Rome antique ou le reflet de l'époque qui le produit ? - réalisation : Louise André - invités : Laury-Nuria André Docteure en littérature ancienne, directrice artistique et experte historique à l'Arcreoz de Toulouse; Jean-Paul Thuillier Étruscologue et historien, professeur émérite de l'École normale supérieure
This week episode is a special Book Club episode digging into the brand new book The Costumes of Hollywood with co-authors Coleen Scott & Larry McQueen! We cover Larry's extensive collection, the creation of the book, the importance of preserving Hollywood history and maintaing the legacy of Costume Designers and their teams, advice for Costume Designers on archiving their own pieces and so much more! The Costumes of Hollywood details the design, creation, and influence of over 100 ensembles from some of the most iconic designers, films, and roles in Hollywood history, spanning the 1920s through the early 21st century. All costumes featured are from The Collection of Motion Picture Costume Design, one of the world's largest private collections, curated over thirty-five years by leading Hollywood costume historian and archivist, Larry McQueen. The book presents full costumes on display in addition to close-ups, and rarely seen interior details of some garments. Iconic costumes, including many with Academy Award nominations, from Some Like It Hot, Hello Dolly, Cabaret, Rear Window, Ben Hur, Mildred Pierce, Angel, Masters of the Universe, The Piano, The Hunger Games, and so many others are featured. This book gives the audience a rare and heretofore unpublished insight into what collecting, restoring, and reproducing entails, and highlights differences between private collecting and museum-backed collections. The Costumes of Hollywood details the significance of the designer, costume, and wearer via thorough research, interviews, and Larry McQueen's behind-the-scenes knowledge of collecting and working as an archivist in Hollywood. Within the entertainment field, this book will be of interest to professional costume designers and technicians in film, theatre, and performance, as well as students of film production, history, and costume design and construction. The Costumes of Hollywood will also enrich and entertain anyone with an interest in costume design in film and collecting. — If you want to support me and this podcast, please subscribe to the Patreon - we have tiers starting at just $3 and you will get access to extended cuts of every episode with more even more stories. --- The Costumes of Hollywood: Highlights from The Collection of Motion Picture Costume Design Written by Coleen Scott & Larry McQueen --- Larry McQueen is a leading Hollywood costume historian and archivist. He has held the position of consultant for Camden House Auctioneers, Inc. in Los Angeles; Christie's East, New York: Christie's London; Butterfield and Butterfield Los Angeles/ San Francisco; Entertainment Rarities; and Julien Entertainment. As consultant, he has been responsible for the authentication of film costumes and the estimation of their value. From 1999-2012, Mr. McQueen worked as an archivist with MGM/ UA in creating and maintaining a prop and costume collection of MGM films. In addition, his collection has worked with private estates and costume houses such as Lucille Ball, Jane Withers, Edith Head, Wayne Finkleman, Julie Newmar, Debbie Reynolds, Western Costume Company, Eastern Costume Company, CRC, American Costume Co., and others in researching items and their valuation. Mr. McQueen's private collection of film costumes is one the finest, and consists of over 600 costumes worn in films and television from 1920 to present. Portions of his collection have been exhibited in museums across the globe including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, The Fashion Foundation in Tokyo, and The Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Website: www.filmcostumecollection.com. Coleen Scott is a costume designer and historian with an MFA in Costume Design from Boston University, where she received the Kahn award upon graduation. She has worked for over 25 years in theater, opera, film, and television. She has worked with Academy Award-winning costume designer Ann Roth as well as designers Stephanie Maslansky and Tina Nigro. She frequently works with her creative partner and photographer, Ben Trivett, doing styling, set decoration, and photo tech for celebrity and editorial portrait photography. Coleen taught Costume Production and Makeup for Stage and Studio at Saint Ann's School in Brooklyn, NY for thirteen years. Her book The Costumes of Burlesque was published by Routledge in 2019. She is a proud member of lATSE, USA 829, USITT, and is Chair of The Costume Society of America's Western Region. Coleen is tenured faculty in the Theatre Arts and Fashion Department at Santa Rosa Junior College in California heading the Costume Design, Technology and Makeup programs. Website: www.coleenscottdesign.com. CoH Links: Book Link @ Routledge Website: The Collection of Motion Picture Costume Design Podcast (Apple Podcasts): The Costumes of Hollywood Podcast Podcast (Spotify): The Costumes of Hollywood Podcast Instagram: @CostumesofHollywood --- TFACD Links: Patreon: Tales From A Costume Designer Instagram: @talesfromacostumedesigner Twitter: @talesfromaCD TikTok: @talesfromaCD --- Whitney Anne Adams Links: Website: whitneyadams.com IMDb: Whitney Anne Adams Instagram: @WAACostumeDesign Twitter: @WhitneyAAdams TikTok: @waacostumedesign --- Union Links: Costume Designers Guild IG: @cdglocal892 United Scenic Artists Local 829 IG: @unitedscenicartists IATSE IG: @iatse ---
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This is a free sample from our conversation on William Wyler's Ben-Hur (1959), the epic that helped shape George Lucas's cinematic imagination and paved the way for Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. We talk about Ben-Hur's blend of myth, spectacle, and spirituality, how its structure mirrors the Skywalker saga, and why Judah Ben-Hur walks so Anakin Skywalker can...get his legs cut off. For the full episode, including our complete deep dive on Ben-Hur and how it spiritually (and structurally) leads into The Phantom Menace, head to our Patreon in the link below.The Extra Credits YouTube ChannelBecome a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon hereHow to link Patreon to Spotify and AppleLetterboxd: The Extra CreditsTikTok: The Extra CreditsReddit: r/TheExtraCreditsInstagram: @theextracreditsTwitter: @theextracreditsSend requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com