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In which the Mister joins me in reviewing THE BISHOP'S WIFE (1947), from scriptwriters Robert Sherwood and Leonardo Bercovici (uncredited screenplay credit to Billy Wilder and Charles Brackett) from a novel by Robert Nathan and directed by Henry Koster. In this very strange holiday film, an angel (Cary Grant) is sent from Heaven to help a Bishop (David Niven) understand the true meaning of the holidays by stealing the affections of his wife (Loretta Young), child (Karolyn Grimes) and everyone he knows. This is currently streaming on Netflix but also available to buy/rent from Prime Video. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review. #TheBishopsWife #RobertNathan #HenryKoster #RobertSherwood #LeonardoBercovici #CaryGrant #Dudley #LorettaYoung #Julia #DavidNiven #Henry #MontyWoolley #ProfessorWutheridge #JamesGleason #Sylvester @freevee @Peacock @Plex @PrimeVideo @RokuChannel @Tubi #FridayFamilyFilmNight Opening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jokagoge/support
Siskoid Cinema presents... On Borrowed Time, the shows that explores time travel in movies. On this episode, Siskoid and Dr. Anj discuss 1946's Christmas classic, It's A Wonderful Life. Is it, in fact, a time travel film? We dare say yes! Listen to the episode below, or subscribe to FW Team-Up on Apple or Spotify! This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK! Visit our WEBSITE: https://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Like our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Subscribe via Apple Podcasts as part of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK. Credits: Bonus clips: "It's a Wonderful Life" by Frank Capra, starring Henry Travers, James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, and Karolyn Grimes; and "Auld Lang Syne" (traditional; Isisip on piano). Thanks for leaving a comment!
Send us a Text Message.What better way to celebrate Christmas in July than with a re-airing of this episode with It's a Wonderful Life actor, Karolyn Grimes.In this touching and revealing interview you'll hear behind the scenes stories, anecdotes and be reminded why this film is the heartwarming classic it is!During these divisive times it's more important than ever to remember the messages and themes of this beloved film!Support the Show.
This episode debuted six years ago, and I could think of no better show to honor my all-time favorite movie, Frank Capra's It's a Wonderful Life (1947) through the eyes of two women with close ties to its creation. If Mr. Capra didn't write it, why do I call it “Frank Capra's It's a Wonderful Life? It's because that's how the movie was marketed, which helps explain why the film got only a so-so reception when it was first released. Most of Mr. Capra's pre-World War II movies were so sweet-hearted that they later earned the moniker “Capracorn,” not meant as a compliment. It's a Wonderful Life is one of the most critically acclaimed films ever made. Nominated for five Academy Awards including Best Picture, recognized by the American Film Institute as one of the 100 best American films ever made, and placed number 11 on its initial 1998 greatest movie list, it also ranked number one on its list of the most inspirational American films of all time. Think about that. In light of the fact that hundreds of thousands of movies have been made, this is a jaw-dropping achievement. By the end of the Second World War, though, the mood of the movie-going public had shifted, as I wrote about the making of the movie in National Review a few years ago HERE. The next day after it was published, an appreciative email from a woman named Mary Owen arrived in my inbox. Turns out, Mary is the daughter of actress Donna Reed, who played Mary Bailey, the wife of James Stewart's George Bailey. I thanked her for the lovely email and we had a few back-and-forths. After my podcast was up on two feet and spreading around the world (110 countries and counting), I thought it would be fun to have her on the show to talk about her mother's role in this now-international favorite Christmas movie and to learn some back story to her mother's career and her commitment to writing back to the G.I's who wrote to her from the trenches and the gun turrets of World War II. The interview segues nicely into the next one, a rich conversation with actress Karolyn Grimes who played Zuzu, one of the four Bailey kids. Remember Zuzu's petals? This was a real treat for me who loves the movie so well, and I know it will be for you as well.
On this episode of Our American Stories, our next storyteller has the privilege of being in one of the most beloved movies of all time (It's a Wonderful Life)—while, at the same time, and from the same movie—also has one of the most famous lines in movie history. Her story is as wonderful as both of these accomplishments. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Help Support the Full Spirals: Make a one time donation of your support. Join the community of "Spinners" on Patreon and contribute to the production of impactful content, as well as exclusive content.My affection for the film "It's a Wonderful Life" is well known. This episode is the quintessential "Full Spiral Moment", as it features an interview with THE Zuzu Bailey, actor Karolyn Grimes!It's a Wonderful Life MuseumKarolyn Grimes WebsiteSupport the show
Host Bill Donohue is joined by Travis Jankowski, a distinguished Stonybrook University baseball alum, former New York Mets outfielder, and World Series champion with the Texas Rangers. In the second half of the program, to celebrate the holidays-Bill welcomes Karolyn Grimes from It's A Wonderful Life to the show!
If there ever was a classic this is it! John interviews Karolyn Grimes, "Zuzu", from It's a Wonderful Life and "Debbie" from The Bishop's Wife in this Behind the Scenes fun interview! Karolyn has a great time talking about her personal memories of filming It's a Wonderful Life, how Jimmy Stewart spoke with her on the set and later found he at the age of 40, skating with Cary Grant between takes on The Bishop's Wife and how Frank Capra created a new type of snow for It's a Wonderful Life! Karolyn talks about how Henry Koster, the director of The Bishop's Wife incorporated a bust of his wife into the film, her talks with Maureen O'Hara while shooting Rio Grande with John Wayne, the tragic deaths of her parents that lead to the end of her career and her special connection to the legacy of It's a Wonderful Life! This a treasure trove of old Hollywood that I hope you will enjoy! Thanks Karolyn! Karolyn Grimes website - Zuzu.net Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support
On this episode of Our American Stories, our next storyteller has the privilege of being in one of the most beloved movies of all time (It's a Wonderful Life)—while, at the same time, and from the same movie—also has one of the most famous lines in movie history. Her story is as wonderful as both of these accomplishments. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'A TIMELSS MESSAGE' Our 2018 interview with and a special message from Karolyn Grimes, who played Zuzu in the classic movie 'Its A Wonderful Life', with Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed. New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2HQYk53AJHTOgBTLBzyP3w 1001 Stories From The Old West at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0c2fc0cGwJBcPfyC8NWNTw 1001 Radio Crime Solvers at Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0UAUS12lnS2063PWK9CZ37 1001's Best of Jack London at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2HzkpdKeWJgUU9rbx3NqgF 1001 Radio Days at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5jyc4nVoe00xoOxrhyAa8H 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6rzDb5uFdOhfw5X6P5lkWn 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6rO7HELtRcGfV48UeP8aFQ 1001 Sherlock Holmes Stories & The Best of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4dIgYvBwZVTN5ewF0JPaTK 1001 Ghost Stories & Tales of the Macabre on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5P4hV28LgpG89dRNMfSDKJ 1001 Stories for the Road on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6FhlsxYFTGNPiSMYxM9O9K 1001 Greatest Love Stories on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5sUUFDVTatnGt7FiNQvSHe 1001 History's Best Storytellers: (INTERVIEWS) on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3QyZ1u4f9OLb9O32KX6Ghr APPLE USERS New! 1001 Tales of Escape and Suspense at Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-tales-of-escape-and-suspense/id1689248043 Catch 1001 Stories From The Old West- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-from-the-old-west/id1613213865 Catch 1001's Best of Jack London- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-best-of-jack-london/id1656939169 Catch 1001 Radio Crime Solvers- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-radio-crime-solvers/id1657397371 Catch 1001 Heroes on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-heroes-legends-histories-mysteries-podcast/id956154836?mt=2 Catch 1001 Classic Short Stories at Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-classic-short-stories-tales/id1078098622 Catch 1001 Stories for the Road at Apple Podcast now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-for-the-road/id1227478901 NEW Enjoy 1001 Greatest Love Stories on Apple Devices here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-greatest-love-stories/id1485751552 Catch 1001 RADIO DAYS now at Apple iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-radio-days/id1405045413?mt=2 NEW 1001 Ghost Stories & Tales of the Macabre is now playing at Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-ghost-stories-tales-of-the-macabre/id1516332327 NEW Enjoy 1001 History's Best Storytellers (Interviews) on Apple Devices here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-historys-best-storytellers/id1483649026 NEW Enjoy 1001 Sherlock Holmes Stories and The Best of Arthur Conan Doyle https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-sherlock-holmes-stories-best-sir-arthur-conan/id1534427618 Get all of our shows at one website: https://.1001storiespodcast.com My email works as well for comments: 1001storiespodcast@gmail.com SUPPORT OUR SHOW BY BECOMING A PATRON! https://.patreon.com/1001storiesnetwork. Its time I started asking for support! Thank you. Its a few dollars a month OR a one time. (Any amount is appreciated). YOUR REVIEWS ARE NEEDED AND APPRECIATED! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
'A TIMELSS MESSAGE' Our 2018 interview with and a special message from Karolyn Grimes, who played Zuzu in the classic movie 'Its A Wonderful Life', with Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed. New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2HQYk53AJHTOgBTLBzyP3w 1001 Stories From The Old West at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0c2fc0cGwJBcPfyC8NWNTw 1001 Radio Crime Solvers at Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0UAUS12lnS2063PWK9CZ37 1001's Best of Jack London at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2HzkpdKeWJgUU9rbx3NqgF 1001 Radio Days at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5jyc4nVoe00xoOxrhyAa8H 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6rzDb5uFdOhfw5X6P5lkWn 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6rO7HELtRcGfV48UeP8aFQ 1001 Sherlock Holmes Stories & The Best of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4dIgYvBwZVTN5ewF0JPaTK 1001 Ghost Stories & Tales of the Macabre on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5P4hV28LgpG89dRNMfSDKJ 1001 Stories for the Road on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6FhlsxYFTGNPiSMYxM9O9K 1001 Greatest Love Stories on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5sUUFDVTatnGt7FiNQvSHe 1001 History's Best Storytellers: (INTERVIEWS) on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3QyZ1u4f9OLb9O32KX6Ghr APPLE USERS New! 1001 Tales of Escape and Suspense at Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-tales-of-escape-and-suspense/id1689248043 Catch 1001 Stories From The Old West- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-from-the-old-west/id1613213865 Catch 1001's Best of Jack London- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-best-of-jack-london/id1656939169 Catch 1001 Radio Crime Solvers- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-radio-crime-solvers/id1657397371 Catch 1001 Heroes on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-heroes-legends-histories-mysteries-podcast/id956154836?mt=2 Catch 1001 Classic Short Stories at Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-classic-short-stories-tales/id1078098622 Catch 1001 Stories for the Road at Apple Podcast now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-for-the-road/id1227478901 NEW Enjoy 1001 Greatest Love Stories on Apple Devices here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-greatest-love-stories/id1485751552 Catch 1001 RADIO DAYS now at Apple iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-radio-days/id1405045413?mt=2 NEW 1001 Ghost Stories & Tales of the Macabre is now playing at Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-ghost-stories-tales-of-the-macabre/id1516332327 NEW Enjoy 1001 History's Best Storytellers (Interviews) on Apple Devices here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-historys-best-storytellers/id1483649026 NEW Enjoy 1001 Sherlock Holmes Stories and The Best of Arthur Conan Doyle https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-sherlock-holmes-stories-best-sir-arthur-conan/id1534427618 Get all of our shows at one website: https://.1001storiespodcast.com My email works as well for comments: 1001storiespodcast@gmail.com SUPPORT OUR SHOW BY BECOMING A PATRON! https://.patreon.com/1001storiesnetwork. Its time I started asking for support! Thank you. Its a few dollars a month OR a one time. (Any amount is appreciated). YOUR REVIEWS ARE NEEDED AND APPRECIATED! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Karolyn Grimes is an actress best known for her role as Zuzu Bailey in the classic 1946 Frank Capra film It's a Wonderful Life. She also played Debby Brougham in the 1947 film The Bishop's Wife.Grimes' film debut came when she was 6 months old. She first attracted attention playing Fred MacMurray's daughter in 1945's Pardon My Past.[4] Her most famous role came as ZuZu in It's a Wonderful Life in 1946. The following year she appeared in six pictures, most notably as the daughter of David Niven and Loretta Young in The Bishop's Wife.In all Grimes starred in 16 motion pictures as a child actor, but it is as ZuZu that she is best remembered. She was honoured as a famous Missourian with a star on the Missouri Walk of Fame in Marshfield, Missouri. She also received the city's highest honour, the Edwin P. Hubble Medal of Initiative in 2007 at the annual Marshfield Cherry Blossom Festival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this episode of Our American Stories, our next storyteller has the privilege of being in one of the most beloved movies of all time—while, at the same time, and from the same movie—also has one of the most famous lines in movie history. Her story is as Wonderful as both of these accomplishments. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This episode debuted exactly five years ago, and I could think of no better show this year to honor my all-time favorite movie, Frank Capra's It's a Wonderful Life (1947) through the eyes of two women with close ties to its creation. If Mr. Capra didn't write it, why do I call it “Frank Capra's It's a Wonderful Life? It's because that's how the movie was marketed, which helps explain why the film got only a so-so reception when it was first released. Most of Mr. Capra's pre-World War II movies were so sweet-hearted that they later earned the moniker “Capracorn,” not meant as a compliment. It's a Wonderful Life is one of the most critically acclaimed films ever made. Nominated for five Academy Awards including Best Picture, recognized by the American Film Institute as one of the 100 best American films ever made, and placed number 11 on its initial 1998 greatest movie list, it also ranked number one on its list of the most inspirational American films of all time. Think about that. In light of the fact that hundreds of thousands of movies have been made, this is a jaw-dropping achievement. By the end of the Second World War, though, the mood of the movie-going public had shifted, as I wrote about the making of the movie in National Review a few years ago HERE. The next day after it was published, an appreciative email from a woman named Mary Owen arrived in my inbox. Turns out, Mary is the daughter of actress Donna Reed, who played Mary Bailey, the wife of James Stewart's George Bailey. I thanked her for the lovely email and we had a few back-and-forths. After my podcast was up on two feet and spreading around the world (110 countries and counting), I thought it would be fun to have her on the show to talk about her mother's role in this now-international favorite Christmas movie and to learn some back story to her mother's career and her commitment to writing back to the G.I's who wrote to her from the trenches and the gun turrets of World War II. The interview segues nicely into the next one, a rich conversation with actress Karolyn Grimes who played Zuzu, one of the four Bailey kids. Remember Zuzu's petals? This was a real treat for me who loves the movie so well, and I know it will be for you as well. I learned, among other things, how much Mrs. Grimes suffered as a teen when her mother died and then the next year her father was killed and she became a ward of the state—then “rescued” by an aunt and uncle in Missouri, which was an unhappy home situation. Karolyn also played Debbie, the daughter of David Niven and Loretta Young in another Christmas favorite, The Bishop's Wife. For those of us who can't gobble up enough trivia and true stories about It's a Wonderful Life, Mrs. Grimes is a treasure trove of first-hand memories and insights! Yes, I was star-struck, okay? Is that so wrong? Merry Christmas! If you would like to send us an of year donation please go to: paypal.me/patrickcoffin
A 1001 Christmas Special- first, Lux Theatre presents 'It's A Wonderful Life' with Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed reprising their movie roles; Second, 1001 Heroes interviews actress Karolyn Grimes, who played Zasu in the movie. ANDROID USERS- 1001 Radio Days right here at Google Podcasts FREE: https://podcasts.google.com/search/1001%20radio%20days 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales at Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vQURMNzU3MzM0Mjg0NQ== 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries at Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/search/1001%20heroes 1001 Sherlock Holmes Stories (& Tales from Arthur Conan Doyle) https://podcasts.google.com/search/1001%20sherlock%20holmes 1001 Ghost Stories & Tales of the Macabre on Spotify: https://podcasts.google.com/search/1001%20ghost%20stories 1001 Stories for the Road on Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/search/1001%20stories%20for%20the%20road Enjoy 1001 Greatest Love Stories on Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/search/1001%20greatest%20love%20stories 1001 History's Best Storytellers: (author interviews) on Stitcher https://www.stitcher.com/show/1001-historys-best-storytellers APPLE USERS Catch 1001 Heroes on any Apple Device here (Free): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-heroes-legends-histories-mysteries-podcast/id956154836?mt=2 Catch 1001 CLASSIC SHORT STORIES at Apple Podcast App Now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-classic-short-stories-tales/id1078098622 Catch 1001 Stories for the Road at Apple Podcast now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-for-the-road/id1227478901 NEW Enjoy 1001 Greatest Love Stories on Apple Devices here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-greatest-love-stories/id1485751552 Catch 1001 RADIO DAYS now at Apple iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-radio-days/id1405045413?mt=2 NEW 1001 Ghost Stories & Tales of the Macabre is now playing at Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-ghost-stories-tales-of-the-macabre/id1516332327 NEW Enjoy 1001 History's Best Storytellers (Interviews) on Apple Devices here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-historys-best-storytellers/id1483649026 NEW Enjoy 1001 Sherlock Holmes Stories and The Best of Arthur Conan Doyle https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-sherlock-holmes-stories-best-sir-arthur-conan/id1534427618 Get all of our shows at one website: https://.1001storiespodcast.com REVIEWS NEEDED . My email works as well for comments: 1001storiespodcast@gmail.com SUPPORT OUR SHOW BY BECOMING A PATRON! https://.patreon.com/1001storiesnetwork. Its time I started asking for support! Thank you. Its a few dollars a month OR a one time. (Any amount is appreciated). YOUR REVIEWS AND SUBSCRIPTIONS AT APPLE/ITUNES AND ALL ANDROID HOSTS ARE NEEDED AND APPRECIATED! LINKS BELOW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode my guest is Karolyn Grimes, many of you know her as Zuzu from It's A Wonderful Life. She was also in another "Christmas Movie" The Bishop's Wife as well as many other films. Karolyn worked with Jimmy Stewart, Carey Grant, David Niven, John Wayne, and Lewtta Young to name just a few of the stars she was in films with.
On this episode of Our American Stories, our next storyteller has the privilege of being in one of the most beloved movies of all time—while, at the same time, and from the same movie—also has one of the most famous lines in movie history. Her story is as Wonderful as both of these accomplishments. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hold your loved ones close because it's a wonderful trivia life on a new episode of Go Fact Yourself!Rabia Chaudry is a really accomplished journalist, author and attorney. But she may be best known for her advocacy for incarcerated individuals to receive better assistance in the justice system – topics covered on her popular podcast “Undisclosed” and book, Adnan's Story: The Search for Truth and Justice after Serial. She'll tell us what it's been like to help out so many people… and some of the other less serious projects that she's also been a part of. Rabia's upcoming book is entitled Fatty Fatty Boom Boom.Adam Richman is a TV host whose work has famously centeredl around food. He'll tell us about how he got his start on the show “Man v. Food.” where he tackled monstrous meals and described the experience for the audience. That opened the door for him to host the shows “Modern Marvels” and “Adam Eats the 80s” where he helps tell the human stories behind meals.Our guests will answer questions about family corporate dramas and family Christmas classics.What's the Difference: Pay Your TaxesWhat's the difference between tax evasion and tax avoidance?What's the difference between a tax credit and a tax rebate?Areas of ExpertiseRabia: The West Memphis Three, The TV Show “Succession,” and Punjabi Food.Adam: The 1998 France World Cup Soccer Team, The movie It's a Wonderful Life, and Traditional Jewish food.Appearing in this episode:J. Keith van StraatenHelen HongRabia ChaudryAdam RichmanWith guest experts:David Rasche, award-winning actor, with a long career on Broadway, film and TV... including playing Karl on “Succession.”Karolyn Grimes, actor and author, whose many credits include playing Jimmy Stewart's younger daughter Zuzu in It's a Wonderful Life.Go Fact Yourself was devised and is produced by Jim Newman and J. Keith van Straaten, in collaboration with Maximum Fun. Theme Song by Jonathan Green.Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.Associate Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.Supporting hangmanfilm.com by YOU!
Six year old Karolyn Grimes was selected by director, Frank Capra for the role of Zuzu Bailey in the 1946 classic holiday movie, “It's a Wonderful Life”, where she worked closely with Jimmy Stewart who played her father, George Bailey. As a child actress in Hollywood in the 1940's and early 1950's, Karolyn had the opportunity to appear in many other movies with stars such as, Cary Grant, Loretta Young, John Wayne, Lon Chaney, Jr., and David Niven. Sadly, Karolyn's life changed dramatically following the death of both her parents within one year of each other. Orphaned at 15, Karolyn left Hollywood and was sent to live with relatives in Missouri. Though she was extremely unhappy in her new household, she eventually thrived with the loving support of her new, small town community. She went on to college and a successful career as a medical technologist. She also married and raised a family. At the age of forty, Karolyn was approached by someone wanting to interview her about her role as Zuzu Bailey. It wasn't until then that she sat down to watch “It's a Wonderful Life” for the very first time. Since then, she's been an ambassador for the movie and the positive, uplifting message it gives…this is her story. Photo(s): Courtesy of Karolyn Grimes Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man
John & Heidi share funny stories of people doing weird things... plus we continue our segment #MovieStarMonday as John chats with Karolyn Grimes from It's A Wonderful Life Watch their movies on Amazon (30 DAY PRIME FREE TRIAL) https://zurl.co/xtXh Learn more about our radio program, podcast & blog at www.JohnAndHeidiShow.com
John & Heidi share funny stories of people doing weird things... plus we continue our segment #MovieStarMonday as John chats with Karolyn Grimes from It's A Wonderful Life Watch their movies on Amazon (30 DAY PRIME FREE TRIAL) https://zurl.co/xtXh Learn more about our radio program, podcast & blog at www.JohnAndHeidiShow.com
On tonight's show, I have Karolyn Grimes who played Zuzu on the movie “It's A Wonderful Life.” Like myself, Karolyn has had her share of struggles, but still shares a message of hope and encouragement in spite of those struggles. As we close out the year, I wanted to once again share this special interview with you. I hope that you all have a great new year! Tonight's show is dedicated to my friend, Jerry Henderson.
As we close out another year, I have Karolyn Grimes who is best known for her role as Zuzu on “It's A Wonderful Life" sharing a message of encouragement. I hope you will listen & share. Sponsor: Alabama Music Hall of Fame
This episode debuted exactly four years ago, and I could think of no better show this year to honor my all-time favorite movie, Frank Capra's It's a Wonderful Life (1947) through the eyes of two women with close ties to its creation. If Mr. Capra didn't write it, why do I call it “Frank Capra's It's a Wonderful Life? It's because that's how the movie was marketed, which helps explain why the film got only a so-so reception when it was first released. Most of Mr. Capra's pre-World War II movies were so sweet-hearted that they later earned the moniker “Capracorn,” not meant as a compliment. It's a Wonderful Life is one of the most critically acclaimed films ever made. Nominated for five Academy Awards including Best Picture, recognized by the American Film Institute as one of the 100 best American films ever made, and placed number 11 on its initial 1998 greatest movie list, it also ranked number one on its list of the most inspirational American films of all time. Think about that. In light of the fact that hundreds of thousands of movies have been made, this is a jaw-dropping achievement. By the end of the Second World War, though, the mood of the movie-going public had shifted, as I wrote about the making of the movie in National Review a few years ago HERE. The next day after it was published, an appreciative email from a woman named Mary Owen arrived in my inbox. Turns out, Mary is the daughter of actress Donna Reed, who played Mary Bailey, the wife of James Stewart's George Bailey. I thanked her for the lovely email and we had a few back-and-forths. After my podcast was up on two feet and spreading around the world (110 countries and counting), I thought it would be fun to have her on the show to talk about her mother's role in this now-international favorite Christmas movie and to learn some back story to her mother's career and her commitment to writing back to the G.I's who wrote to her from the trenches and the gun turrets of World War II. The interview segues nicely into the next one, a rich conversation with actress Karolyn Grimes who played Zuzu, one of the four Bailey kids. Remember Zuzu's petals? This was a real treat for me who loves the movie so well, and I know it will be for you as well. I learned, among other things, how much Mrs. Grimes suffered as a teen when her mother died and then the next year her father was killed and she became a ward of the state—then “rescued” by an aunt and uncle in Missouri, which was an unhappy home situation. Karolyn also played Debbie, the daughter of David Niven and Loretta Young in another Christmas favorite, The Bishop's Wife. For those of us who can't gobble up enough trivia and true stories about It's a Wonderful Life, Mrs. Grimes is a treasure trove of first-hand memories and insights! Yes, I was star-struck, okay? Is that so wrong? Merry Christmas! If you would like to send us an of year donation please go to: paypal.me/patrickcoffin
** It's A Wonderful Life: A Conversation With Karolyn Grimes, alias Zuzu Bailey ** The Warehouse: Robots And Workers At Amazon ** Frankie Faison Talks The Killing Of Kenneth Chamberlain
Friday, December 17, 2021 – 2021 marks the 75th anniversary of the classic Christmas film “It's a Wonderful Life.” One of the featured actors in the film was four year old Karolyn Grimes, who played Zuzu Bailey. Today we share a conversation with her that we originally aired in November of last year, after a visit to Bismarck was cancelled due to the pandemic. ~~~ Communities across the Midwest are tempting new residents with cash and free land. Harvest Public Media's Elizabeth Rembert reports mixed success and some lessons learned about relocation incentives. ~~~ Dave Thompson is here for our weekly news chat. ~~~ Matt Olien reviews “Being the Ricardos.”
Welcome to Heilman & Haver - Episode 55. We hope you enjoy the show! Please join the conversation - email us with thoughts and ideas and connect with the show on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram. ANNOUNCEMENTS “A Classic Christmas" with Jeremy Arnold Saturday, December 18th, Jeremy Arnold will join us at the Roxy for a one-of-a-kind roundtable discussion before a “It's a Wonderful Life” hits the Roxy big screen. Plan to come early for a matinee showing of “White Christmas” and stay for the holiday bites and wine before we hit the stage with Jeremy. We'll also enjoy a special Christmas message from "Zuzu" herself, Karolyn Grimes. Get more info and tickets at roxybremerton.org. "Seasonal Allergies" Hit The Lesser Known Players Get your tickets now for The Lesser Known Players' presentation of "Seasonal Allergies" by Katherine DiSavino & Kevin Mead, directed and produced by our friends, and frequent stage-mates, Kristi Ann Jacobson and Gary Fetterplace, and starring a cast of local favorites. Get ready to laugh away your throat tickle and clear your sinuses with a healthy dose of holiday fun! Check out Greg's review then visit lesserknownplayers.org for tickets and more info. "WWCA Holiday Variety Show" Now Onstage Onstage now at Western Washington Center for the Arts in Port Orchard, it's the “WWCA Holiday Variety Show” directed by our friend Rebecca Ewen. Come and celebrate the season with some of your favorite WWCA performers. The show will feature choral arrangements written by beloved Music Director, the late Bruce Ewen, dance numbers, and much more. Check out Greg's review of the show on Facebook, and get your tickets now at wwca.us. Get to Know a Theater - Renton Civic Theater Make sure to visit our YouTube channel for our latest installment of "Get to Know a Theater." In this episode we feature Renton Civic Theater and an interview with Managing Artistic Director Bill Huls. Formerly a movie theater, Renton Civic opened in 1987 and has become a well-loved destination for the arts in Renton. For our friends on the east side of the sound, check our Greg's review (yep he's been busy!) of their currently running production of the holiday classic, “It's a Wonderful Life.” Tickets and info at rentoncivictheatre.org. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Richard Barrios Richard Barrios is the author of “Screened Out: Playing Gay in Hollywood from Edison to Stonewall”, “Dangerous Rhythm: Why Movie Musicals Matter”, “A Song in the Dark: The Birth of the Musical Film” (which was awarded the Theater Library Association Prize), and, with TCM, “West Side Story: The Jets, the Sharks, and the Making of a Classic” and “Must See Musicals: 50 Show Stopping Movies We Can't Forget.” Richard has lectured and presented films at the Smithsonian Institute, the American Film Institute, and the Film Forum, written articles for the New York Times, appeared in numerous documentary films, and contributed audio commentaries to DVD and Blu-ray releases. A native of Louisiana, Richard joined us from his home in New Jersey. Connect with Richard On Amazon On TCM On Twitter On Facebook COMING UP NEXT WEEK A very Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all our friends, guests and listeners! We'll be stepping away from the mic for a few weeks to enjoy the season with our families, but keep up with us on social media throughout the rest of 2021 and watch for our annual Christmas episode of "In the Mix" coming soon to our YouTube channel!
Episode 171 of On Screen & Beyond - Karolyn Grimes Joins us to chat about her role of Zuzu in the classic film "It's A Wonderful Life" with Jimmy Stewart. She was young when it was filmed, but she has one of the most memorable lines in the film! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/on-screen-and-beyond/message
Welcome to Heilman & Haver - Episode 54. We hope you enjoy the show! Please join the conversation - email us with thoughts and ideas and connect with the show on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram. ANNOUNCEMENTS “A Classic Christmas" with Jeremy Arnold Saturday, December 18th, Jeremy Arnold will join us at the Roxy for a one-of-a-kind roundtable discussion before a “It's a Wonderful Life” hits the Roxy big screen. Plan to come early for a matinee showing of “White Christmas” and stay for the holiday bites and wine before we hit the stage with Jeremy. We'll also enjoy a special Christmas message from "Zuzu" herself, Karolyn Grimes. Get more info and tickets at roxybremerton.org. And tune in next week and keep an eye on our social media pages for your chance to WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS! "A Match Made At Christmas" Special Event Mark your calendars for Thursday, December 9th, when BISA Vocal Studio, in partnership with Abundant House Films and Faraway Entertainment, will present the Bainbridge Island Premiere of a film made right here in the Pacific Northwest. “A Match Made at Christmas” will play at 7pm at the Historic Lynwood Theatre at 7pm, followed by a Q&A with cast members Bainbridge Island resident Shannon Dowling, and Seattle actor Jared Hernandez. Visit the Historic Lynnwood for tickets. "Season Allergies" Hit the Lesser Known Players Get your tickets now for The Lesser Known Players' presentation of "Seasonal Allergies" by Katherine DiSavino & Kevin Mead, directed and produced by our friends, and frequent stage-mates, Kristi Ann Jacobson and Gary Fetterplace, and starring a cast of local favorites. Get ready to laugh away your throat tickle and clear your sinuses with a healthy dose of holiday fun! Visit lesserknownplayers.org for tickets. "WWCA Holiday Variety Show" Now Onstage Onstage now at Western Washington Center for the Arts in Port Orchard, it's the “WWCA Holiday Variety Show” directed by our friend Rebecca Ewen. Come and celebrate the season with some of your favorite WWCA performers. The show will feature choral arrangements written by beloved Music Director, the late Bruce Ewen, dance numbers, and much more. Check out Greg's review of the show on Facebook, and get your tickets now at wwca.us. Get to Know a Theater - The Seattle Rep Make sure to visit our YouTube channel for our latest installment of "Get to Know a Theater." In this episode we feature the winner of the 1990 Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre, The Seattle Rep. Artistic Director Braden Abraham and Artistic Producer Elisabeth Farwell-Moreland joined us for an in depth look at the Rep's history, it's uniqueness in Seattle, and it's future post-COVID and a big remodel. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Richard Barrios Richard Barrios is the author of “Screened Out: Playing Gay in Hollywood from Edison to Stonewall”, “Dangerous Rhythm: Why Movie Musicals Matter”, “A Song in the Dark: The Birth of the Musical Film” (which was awarded the Theater Library Association Prize), and, with TCM, “West Side Story: The Jets, the Sharks, and the Making of a Classic” and “Must See Musicals: 50 Show Stopping Movies We Can't Forget.” Richard has lectured and presented films at the Smithsonian Institute, the American Film Institute, and the Film Forum, written articles for the New York Times, appeared in numerous documentary films, and contributed audio commentaries to DVD and Blu-ray releases. A native of Louisiana, Richard joined us from his home in New Jersey. Connect with Richard On Amazon On TCM On Twitter On Facebook COMING UP NEXT WEEK Join us next week, Friday, December 10th, for the second half of our interview with Richard, and more on the history and impact of what he calls a "fabulous and fascinating - if sometimes peculiar body of work" - the movie musical.
Movie Geeks United! host Adam Long chats with Jimmy Hawkins and Karolyn Grimes, the actors who portrayed the Bailey children alongside Jimmy Stewart in Frank Capra's magical classic It's a Wonderful Life. A newhttps://www.amazon.com/Wonderful-Life-Steelbook-Blu-ray-Digital/dp/B08FP5NQBB/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=it%27s+a+wonderful+life+blu+ray&qid=1638238717&sr=8-1 ( 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for purchase) In conjunction with the film's 75 anniversary. Support this podcast
Movie Geeks United! host Adam Long chats with Jimmy Hawkins and Karolyn Grimes, the actors who portrayed the Bailey children alongside Jimmy Stewart in Frank Capra's magical classic It's a Wonderful Life. A newhttps://www.amazon.com/Wonderful-Life-Steelbook-Blu-ray-Digital/dp/B08FP5NQBB/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=it%27s+a+wonderful+life+blu+ray&qid=1638238717&sr=8-1 ( 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for purchase) In conjunction with the film's 75 anniversary. Support this podcast
Welcome to Heilman & Haver - Episode 53. We hope you enjoy the show! Please join the conversation - email us with thoughts and ideas and connect with the show on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram. ANNOUNCEMENTS “A Classic Christmas" with Jeremy Arnold Saturday, December 18th, Jeremy Arnold will join us at the Roxy for a one-of-a-kind roundtable discussion before a “It's a Wonderful Life” hits the Roxy big screen. Plan to come early for a matinee showing of “White Christmas” and stay for the holiday bites and wine before we hit the stage with Jeremy. We'll also enjoy a special Christmas message from "Zuzu" herself, Karolyn Grimes. Get more info and tickets at roxybremerton.org. And tune in next week and keep an eye on our social media pages for your chance to WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS! Virtual "Coppelia" by Bainbridge Ballet to Stream Over Thanksgiving Keep an eye on the Bainbridge Ballet Facebook page next week for a special virtual production of comic ballet, "Coppelia", thanks to the skills of our friend, local filmmaker, Scott Breitbarth. "A Match Made At Christmas" Special Event Mark your calendars for Thursday, December 9th, when BISA Vocal Studio, in partnership with Abundant House Films and Faraway Entertainment, will present the Bainbridge Island Premiere of a film made right here in the Pacific Northwest. “A Match Made at Christmas” will play at 7pm at the Historic Lynwood Theatre at 7pm, followed by a Q&A with cast members Bainbridge Island resident Shannon Dowling, and Seattle actor Jared Hernandez. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Stewart Lyons Stewart Lyons is a Co-Executive Producer, Line Producer, and Production Executive with extensive experience with most major studio, network, cable, and streaming television companies including Netflix, Sony Pictures Television, Warner Brothers, Amazon, HBO, Weinstein Productions, NBC, and CBS. He has worked on 33 television series, 27 pilots (20 ordered to series), and dozens of feature films and television movies. He was recently Director, Original Series Production, for Netflix and prior to that assignment was Co-Executive Producer for the premiere season of “Better Call Saul”. He won 2 Emmys as Line Producer for “Breaking Bad”, the most critically acclaimed series in the history of television. He also received two Directors Guild Awards, two Producers Guild Awards, a Golden Globe, and two Peabody Awards for this series. He was also the only person, cast or crew, who was on set for every day of the production of "Breaking Bad". In addition to his regular production positions, his work as a production consultant includes scheduling and/or budgeting over 160 pilots and television series for streaming, cable, and broadcast companies for projects throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe. In 2015, he was the first television line producer to be the subject of "An Evening With..." hosted by Senator Christopher Dodd at the MPAA in Washington, DC. Stewart has lectured at the Directors Guild, the Producers Guild, Chapman University, USC's Peter Stark Program, UCLA, the University of Maryland, and in both England and Germany about set operations, scheduling, budgeting, and the development of "auteur" television. He received his BFA from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and his MBA from NYU's Stern School of Business. He is a graduate of the DGA/Producers Training Program and currently works as adjunct Professor at DePaul University instructing in creative producing at their Los Angeles location for masters degree students. He joined us from his home in Oxnard, CA. COMING UP NEXT WEEK Join us next week, Friday, December 26th, when we'll be joined by author Richard Barrios to talk about the history of the musical, the technology the films spawned, and some of his favorite must-see musicals throughout the years.
This is a show to preview my Interview with Karolyn Grimes. She was Zu Zu in the iconic Christmas Classic "It's A Wonderful Life" from 1946. She played the youngest daughter of George Bailey. She delivered the famous line, "Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings" She is now 80 years old and one of the last living members of the cast. She was 6 in the film. This interview is available to listen via download on all of the major podcast platforms.
We had an AMAZING interview with Karolyn Grimes. She was best known for playing George Bailey's youngest daughter (Zu Zu) in the iconic Christmas classic "It's A Wonderful Life" This film was directed by Frank Capra and starred Jimmy Stewart, Donna Reed, and Lionel Barrymore. We heard amazing real-life stories about Jimmy Stewart, Lionel Barrymore, and other Hollywood legends. She talked about her memories of being on set. She even repeated her iconic line for us "Teacher says, every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings" She talked about some of the other films she appeared in. She told stories about spending time with Cary Grant. She was also in films with John Wayne and Bing Crosby. She gave us an inside look into the golden era of Hollywood. This was an absolutely incredible interview. Her career was cut short at the age of 15. She lost both of her parents in the span of a few years. She moved to Missouri to live with relatives. That ended her very promising film career. She was 6 years old when the film was released in 1946. She is one of the last remaining cast members of "It's A Wonderful Life." She still makes public appearances and has a website where you can buy signed memorabilia. Her website is zuzu.net "It's a Wonderful Life" influenced my life and IMO is the best Christmas film of all time. It was also ranked in the top 100 films of all time. Karolyn is such a kind woman. Enjoy this touching interview.
Welcome to Heilman & Haver - Episode 52. We hope you enjoy the show! Please join the conversation - email us with thoughts and ideas and connect with the show on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram. ANNOUNCEMENTS “A Classic Christmas" with Jeremy Arnold Saturday, December 18th, Jeremy Arnold will join us at the Roxy for a one-of-a-kind roundtable discussion before a “It's a Wonderful Life” hits the Roxy big screen. Plan to come early for a matinee showing of “White Christmas” and stay for the holiday bites and wine before we hit the stage with Jeremy. We'll also enjoy a special Christmas message from "Zuzu" herself, Karolyn Grimes. Get more info and tickets at roxybremerton.org. Movies of the Decade - "La La Land" Playing tomorrow, Saturday, 11/20, for the 20-teens decade, it's “La La Land” starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone and written and directed by Damian Chazelle. We'll get things started as usual at 6:30 and this month we'll enjoy a special video introduction by one of Jeremy Arnold's fellow TCM authors, Richard Barrios, author of A “Song in the Dark: The Birth of the Musical Film” and “Must See Musicals”. Richard will also be our guest for Episode 54 on Friday, December 3rd, so make sure to tune in. WWCA Holiday Variety Show Opens 11/26/21 Opening November 26th at Western Washington Center for the Arts in Port Orchard, it's the “WWCA Holiday Variety Show” directed by our friend Rebecca Ewen. Come and celebrate the season with some of your favorite WWCA performers. The show will feature choral arrangements written by beloved Music Director, the late Bruce Ewen, dance numbers performed by Just for Kicks School of Dance, and much more. Get your tickets now at wwca.us. Virtual "Coppelia" by Bainbridge Ballet to Stream Over Thanksgiving Keep an eye on the Bainbridge Ballet Facebook page next week for a special virtual production of comic ballet, "Coppelia", thanks to the skills of our friend, local filmmaker, Scott Breitbarth. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Stewart Lyons Stewart Lyons is a Co-Executive Producer, Line Producer, and Production Executive with extensive experience with most major studio, network, cable, and streaming television companies including Netflix, Sony Pictures Television, Warner Brothers, Amazon, HBO, Weinstein Productions, NBC, and CBS. He has worked on 33 television series, 27 pilots (20 ordered to series), and dozens of feature films and television movies. He was recently Director, Original Series Production, for Netflix and prior to that assignment was Co-Executive Producer for the premiere season of “Better Call Saul”. He won 2 Emmys as Line Producer for “Breaking Bad”, the most critically acclaimed series in the history of television. He also received two Directors Guild Awards, two Producers Guild Awards, a Golden Globe, and two Peabody Awards for this series. He was also the only person, cast or crew, who was on set for every day of the production of "Breaking Bad". In addition to his regular production positions, his work as a production consultant includes scheduling and/or budgeting over 160 pilots and television series for streaming, cable, and broadcast companies for projects throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe. In 2015, he was the first television line producer to be the subject of "An Evening With..." hosted by Senator Christopher Dodd at the MPAA in Washington, DC. Stewart has lectured at the Directors Guild, the Producers Guild, Chapman University, USC's Peter Stark Program, UCLA, the University of Maryland, and in both England and Germany about set operations, scheduling, budgeting, and the development of "auteur" television. He received his BFA from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and his MBA from NYU's Stern School of Business. He is a graduate of the DGA/Producers Training Program and currently works as adjunct Professor at DePaul University instructing in creative producing at their Los Angeles location for masters degree students. He joined us from his home in Oxnard, CA. COMING UP NEXT WEEK Join us next week, Friday, November 26th, for the second half of our interview with Stewart and more about "Breaking Bad" and the craft of television production.
Welcome to Heilman & Haver - Episode 51. We hope you enjoy the show! Please join the conversation - email us with thoughts and ideas and connect with the show on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram. ANNOUNCEMENTS Catch "CLUE" on the BCT Mainstage Running through November 21st, it's "CLUE - the play, based on the film, based on the board game! Several of our talented friends are involved in this classic who-done-it, and Greg and I sat down with them and the rest of the cast for a special behind-the-scenes preview, available now on our YouTube channel. Find Greg's review of the show on our Facebook page and get your tickets for CLUE now, at bctshows.com. “A Classic Christmas" with Jeremy Arnold Saturday, December 18th, Jeremy Arnold will join us at the Roxy for a one-of-a-kind roundtable discussion before a “It's a Wonderful Life” hits the Roxy big screen. Plan to come early for a matinee showing of “White Christmas” and stay for the holiday bites and wine before we hit the stage with Jeremy. We'll also enjoy a special Christmas message from "Zuzu" herself, Karolyn Grimes. Get more info and tickets at roxybremerton.org. WWCA Holiday Variety Show Opens 11/26/21 Opening November 26th at Western Washington Center for the Arts in Port Orchard, it's the “WWCA Holiday Variety Show” directed by our friend Rebecca Ewen. Come and celebrate the season with some of your favorite WWCA performers. The show will feature choral arrangements written by beloved Music Director, the late Bruce Ewen, dance numbers performed by Just for Kicks School of Dance, and much more. Get your tickets now at wwca.us. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Voice Actor Rob Paulsen We're pleased to ring in our 50th episode with a man who has given voice to some of the most popular and timeless animated characters of our generation. Rob Paulsen was born in Detroit, MI, and at an early age, fell in love with the talents of comedians like Pat Paulsen, Foster Brooks, Red Skelton, Carol Burnett, Jonathan Winters, Peter Sellers, and the cast of Monty Python. His first role as an entertainer was as a singer, which trained his ear, eye, and voice to work together in a wide array of styles. Rob hit LA in the 1970's intending to be a live action actor but quickly fell under the spell of the Groundlings, the legendary Los Angeles' comedy/improv troupe, where he befriended and worked with Phil Hartman, Paul Reubens, Lynne Marie Stewart, John Paragon, Cassandra Peterson, and Laraine Newman. His skills honed, he landed his first voice gig on “GI Joe” which opened the door to Hanna-Barbera and veteran director Gordon Hunt, who cast Rob as one of Rob favorite characters from boyhood, Hadji, in a revival of the classic series “Jonny Quest.” That early success came right at the advent of the cable revolution and the millennial baby boom, and a sudden demand for family-oriented programming that would enchant young viewers as well as their parents. Disney, Warner Brothers, and Hanna-Barbera all started reviving old series and creating new ones, while networks like Nickelodeon and other syndication outlets began demanding more original daytime programming and Rob and his colleagues were part of it all. Rob is best known for bringing life to beloved characters like Yakko on “Animaniacs”, Raphael on “TMNT”, Pinky and Dr. Scratchansniff on “Pinky and the Brain”, Carl Wheezer on “The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius”, and many, many more throughout a career spanning five decades. After fighting a successful battle with throat cancer in 2016, a story detailed in his 2019 memoir “Voice Lessons”, Rob is back and busier than ever and still one of the hardest working, most in-demand, and beloved voice artists in the industry. In 2020 he reprised his role as Yakko in a reboot of “Animaniacs” on Hulu and has set new dates for his live show, “Animaniacs In Concert!”, performed with live music in symphony halls and theatres around the country. He is an outspoken advocate for people battling cancer and frequently makes time to bring joy and comfort to fans of all ages, all over the world. Rob joined us from his home in San Simeon, CA. Rob on Facebook: @robpaulsenlive Rob on Twitter: @yakkopinky Rob on Instagram: @rob_paulsen Buy Rob's memoir: "Voice Lessons" on Amazon COMING UP NEXT WEEK Join us next week, Friday, November 19th, when we'll welcome Stewart Lyons to the show. Stewart was our guest at the 2021 Seattle Film Summit and is a Co-Executive Producer, Line Producer, Unit Production Manager and Production Executive who has worked on projects with Netflix, Sony Pictures Television, Warner Brothers, Amazon, Starz, Apple, HBO, FX, AMC (including a little show called Breaking Bad!)
Karolyn Grimes on Breaking it Down with Frank MacKay - It's A Wonderful Life; Cookbook by Frank MacKay
Welcome to Heilman & Haver - Episode 50. We hope you enjoy the show! Please join the conversation - email us with thoughts and ideas and connect with the show on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram. ANNOUNCEMENTS Catch "CLUE" on the BCT Mainstage Running through November 21st, it's "CLUE" - the play, based on the film, based on the board game! Several of our talented friends are involved in this classic who-done-it, and Greg and I sat down with them and the rest of the cast for a special behind-the-scenes preview, available now on our YouTube channel. Find Greg's review of the show on our Facebook page and get your tickets for CLUE now, at bctshows.com. “A Classic Christmas" with Jeremy Arnold Saturday, December 18th, Jeremy Arnold will join us at the Roxy for a one-of-a-kind roundtable discussion before a “It's a Wonderful Life” hits the Roxy big screen. Plan to come early for a matinee showing of “White Christmas” and stay for the holiday bites and wine before we hit the stage with Jeremy. We'll also enjoy a special Christmas message from "Zuzu" herself, Karolyn Grimes. Get more info on the Roxy's Facebook page at @bremertonroxy. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Voice Actor Rob Paulsen We're pleased to ring in our 50th episode with a man who has given voice to some of the most popular and timeless animated characters of our generation. Rob Paulsen was born in Detroit, MI, and at an early age, fell in love with the talents of comedians like Pat Paulsen, Foster Brooks, Red Skelton, Carol Burnett, Jonathan Winters, Peter Sellers, and the cast of Monty Python. His first role as an entertainer was as a singer, which trained his ear, eye, and voice to work together in a wide array of styles. Rob hit LA in the 1970's intending to be a live action actor but quickly fell under the spell of the Groundlings, the legendary Los Angeles' comedy/improv troupe, where he befriended and worked with Phil Hartman, Paul Reubens, Lynne Marie Stewart, John Paragon, Cassandra Peterson, and Laraine Newman. His skills honed, he landed his first voice gig on “GI Joe” which opened the door to Hanna-Barbera and veteran director Gordon Hunt, who cast Rob as one of Rob favorite characters from boyhood, Hadji, in a revival of the classic series “Jonny Quest.” That early success came right at the advent of the cable revolution and the millennial baby boom, and a sudden demand for family-oriented programming that would enchant young viewers as well as their parents. Disney, Warner Brothers, and Hanna-Barbera all started reviving old series and creating new ones, while networks like Nickelodeon and other syndication outlets began demanding more original daytime programming and Rob and his colleagues were part of it all. Rob is best known for bringing life to beloved characters like Yakko on “Animaniacs”, Raphael on “TMNT”, Pinky and Dr. Scratchansniff on “Pinky and the Brain”, Carl Wheezer on “The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius”, and many, many more throughout a career spanning five decades. After fighting a successful battle with throat cancer in 2016, a story detailed in his 2019 memoir “Voice Lessons”, Rob is back and busier than ever and still one of the hardest working, most in-demand, and beloved voice artists in the industry. In 2020 he reprised his role as Yakko in a reboot of “Animaniacs” on Hulu and has set new dates for his live show, “Animaniacs In Concert!”, performed with live music in symphony halls and theatres around the country. He is an outspoken advocate for people battling cancer and frequently makes time to bring joy and comfort to fans of all ages, all over the world. Rob joined us from his home in San Simeon, CA. Rob on Twitter: @yakkopinky Rob on Instagram: @rob_paulsen Buy Rob's memoir: "Voice Lessons" on Amazon COMING UP NEXT WEEK Join us Friday, November 12th, for the second half of our interview with Rob, when he'll share some of his technique as an actor behind the mic.
Welcome to Heilman & Haver - Episode 49. We hope you enjoy the show! Please join the conversation - email us with thoughts and ideas and connect with the show on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram. ANNOUNCEMENTS “A Classic Christmas" with Jeremy Arnold Saturday, December 18th, Jeremy Arnold will join us at the Roxy for a one-of-a-kind roundtable discussion before a “It's a Wonderful Life” hits the Roxy big screen. Plan to come early for a matinee showing of “White Christmas” and stay for the holiday bites and wine before we hit the stage with Jeremy. We'll also enjoy a special Christmas message from "Zuzu" herself, Karolyn Grimes. Get more info on the Roxy's Facebook page at @bremertonroxy. Last Weekend for "Love Letters" at WWCA Go see Western Washington Center for the Arts production of A. R. Gurney's Pulitzer Prize-nominated two-person show, “Love Letters.” Directed by our friend Dan Estes, "Love Letters" is a nuanced examination of shared nostalgia, missed opportunities, and deep closeness between two friends - Andy and Melissa - over the course of 50 years. This is the last weekend to catch this funny and tender show, so get your tickets now at wwca.us. CLUE Hits the BCT Mainstage Opening this weekend and running through November 21st, it's CLUE - the play, based on the film, based on the board game! Several of our talented friends are involved in this hilarious who-done-it, and last week Greg and I sat down with them and the rest of the cast for a special behind-the-scenes preview, available now on our YouTube channel. Watch for Greg's review of the show on our Facebook page and get your tickets for CLUE now, at bctshows.com. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Author Christian Blauvelt Christian Blauvelt is an entertainment journalist, who serves as the managing editor of leading film and TV industry website IndieWire. He regularly appears on CBS New York to give previews of upcoming films and awards season analysis, has hosted films on Turner Classic Movies, and has presented at South by Southwest and San Diego Comic-Con. Along with Hollywood Victory, Christian is the author of nine books including "Star Wars Made Easy" and “Cinematic Cities: New York''. He joined us from his home in Saint Petersburg, FL. COMING UP NEXT WEEK Join us Friday, November 5th, when we'll be joined by one of Hollywood's busiest, most talented, and most passionate voice actors Rob Paulson.
“Look, Daddy! Teacher says that every time a bell rings, an angel gets its wings!” - Zuzu Bailey.In this very special edition of Christmas Clatter, Todd is accompanied by film critic and author Alonso Duralde as they sit and talk with Karolyn Grimes actress who played Zuzu Bailey in “Its A Wonderful Life.” Karolyn discusses Jimmy Stewart and her time on the set filming “It's A Wonderful Life.” She also talks about Carey Grant and being a part of “The Bishop's Wife” (1947) and being cast in westerns such as “ Rio Grande” (1950).Zuzu Bailey's It's A Wonderful Cook Book by Karolyn Grimes & Franklin DohanyosI'll Be Home For Christmas Movies by Brandon Gray, Daniel Pandolph & Daniel Thompson w/ Alonso DuraldeHave Yourself A Movie Little Christmas by Alonso DuraldeFollow Karoly Grimes on her websiteFollow Alonso on TwitterChristmas Clatter MerchBuy Me A Coffee-----Affiliate Links-----Podcast Host-BuzzsproutEquipment Used In Video-Sony ZV-E10 (Amazon)-Rode Podmic (Amazon)-Rodecaster Pro (Amazon)-Rode PSA 1 Mic Arm (Amazon)Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.
Welcome to Heilman & Haver - Episode 44. We hope you enjoy the show! Please join the conversation - email us with thoughts and ideas and connect with the show on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram. ANNOUNCEMENTS Historic Roxy Theater Movies of the Decade: "Pulp Fiction" Saturday, September 25th, we'll be opening another edition of “Movies of the Decade” at The Historic Roxy Theater in Bremerton. On the big screen, the 1994 Quentin Tarantino classic and winner of the Oscar for Best Screenplay, "Pulp Fiction", starring… well... everyone cool. We hit the stage at 6:30pm followed by another insightful introduction by our friend Jeremy Arnold from TCM. (Yes, kids, Pulp Fiction now qualifies as a classic!) Pirates Come Ashore at WWCA Opening tonight, it's that Gilbert & Sullivan favorite “The Pirates of Penzance” directed and choreographed by our friends Dan Estes and Rebecca Ewen. The show runs through October 3rd and you can get your tickets at wwca.us. And watch for Greg's review of Pirates this weekend! Sondheim Review Opening at BCT Also opening tonight is “Side by Side by Sondheim” - a musical review of the early career of legendary lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim. This Tony Award-winning musical is a perfect introduction to the work of a contemporary master and a must for diehard fans. The show runs through Sept 26th and you can get more info and tickets at bctshows.com. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Karolyn Grimes (Zuzu Bailey) Karolyn is a former child actor, author, retired medical technician, mother, grandmother, and for years the unofficial ambassador for the 1946 Frank Capra classic (and one of our favorites around the holidays) “It's a Wonderful Life”. With James Stewart playing her father George Bailey, Karolyn starred as Zuzu, uttering those timeless words, “Every time a bell rings an angel gets his wings.” Karolyn made 16 films between 1945 and 1952 and appeared alongside John Wayne, Cary Grant, Bing Crosby, Loretta Young, Fred MacMurray, Betty Grable, Danny Kaye and, of course, the immortal James Stewart. At age six, she had already appeared in four films when the part of Zuzu came along. It was just another small part, but one that has made an indelible imprint on the American consciousness. She joined us from her home in Weed, CA. Connect with Karolyn: Online: zuzu.net Facebook: @imzuzu Or meet her at the 2021 Tacoma Holiday Food & Gift Festival! COMING UP NEXT WEEK Join us Friday, September 24th, when we'll celebrate the reopening of Broadway with Dr. Broadway himself, our friend Dr. Jason Kindt of The Actors Fund.
Welcome to Heilman & Haver - Episode 43. We hope you enjoy the show! Please join the conversation - email us with thoughts and ideas and connect with the show on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram. ANNOUNCEMENTS The 2021 Seattle Film Summit It's not too late to get in on the 2021 Seattle Film Summit. There are events happening tonight, virtually, Friday, Sept 10th and live at the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington in Redmond tomorrow Sat the 11th. Visit seattlefilmsummit.com for more info and to purchase tickets. We'll be onsite tomorrow bringing you special interviews and all the action from inside the Summit so stay tuned to our social media pages for all the latest. Pirates Come Ashore at WWCA Opening tonight, it's that Gilbert & Sullivan favorite “The Pirates of Penzance” directed and choreographed by our friends Dan Estes and Rebecca Ewen. The show runs through October 3rd and you can get your tickets at wwca.us. Sondheim Review Opening at BCT Also opening tonight is “Side by Side by Sondheim” - a musical review of the early career of legendary lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim. This Tony Award-winning musical is a perfect introduction to the work of a contemporary master and a must for diehard fans. The show runs through Sept 26th and you can get more info and tickets at bctshow.com. Side by Side... Sipping the "Sondheim Sour" "Side by Side by Sondheim" Director Rana Tan and Musical Director and accompanist Gwen Adams, were kind enough to sit down with Matt and me for a preview of the show on our latest episode of “In the Mix”. Find it on our YouTube channel and posted on Facebook. This week's cocktail is "The Sondheim Sour" - guaranteed to quench your thirst and wet your whistle for plenty of singing along to all your Broadway favorites. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: FILMMAKER AND EDUCATOR MARQ EVANS Marq Evans is an award-winning independent filmmaker and creative entrepreneur. His most recent documentary "Claydream" premiered at the 2021 Tribeca Film Festival to critical acclaim. His debut feature film "The Glamour & the Squalor" won top prize at film festivals around the world before being acquired by Red Bull Media House. He is represented by XYZ Talent Management. In addition to film, Marq has produced commercials for clients including the Smithsonian Institute, U.S. Navy, the government of Haiti and Clinton Global Initiative. With his wife, Angela, and son, Jude, Marq leads The McCaw, a boutique creative studio. The family business creates film, books, photography and other unclassifiable works such as the Cow by Bear dinner party experience. Marq holds an MFA from Vermont College of Fine Arts and a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Washington State University. He lives and works in Bremerton, Washington where he teaches Digital Filmmaking at Olympic College. COMING UP NEXT WEEK Join us next week, Friday, September 17th, when we'll be celebrating our one year anniversary as a show with a very special interview with actress Karolyn Grimes. At age 6, Karolyn played the role of Zuzu Bailey in the 1946 Frank Capra classic “It's a Wonderful Life”. Her childhood film career spanned 16 movies, but she is best remembered for her touching scenes with the brilliant James Stewart as her father.
We had an AMAZING interview with Karolyn Grimes. She was best known for playing George Bailey's youngest daughter (Zu Zu) in the iconic Christmas classic "It's A Wonderful Life" This film was directed by Frank Capra and starred Jimmy Stewart, Donna Reed, and Lionel Barrymore. We heard amazing real-life stories about Jimmy Stewart, Lionel Barrymore, and other Hollywood legends. She talked about her memories of being on set. She even repeated her iconic line for us "Teacher says, every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings" She talked about some of the other films she appeared in. She told stories about spending time with Cary Grant. She was also in films with John Wayne and Bing Crosby. She gave us an inside look into the golden era of Hollywood. This was an absolutely incredible interview. Her career was cut short at the age of 15. She lost both of her parents in the span of a few years. She moved to Missouri to live with relatives. That ended her very promising film career. She was 6 years old when the film was released in 1946. She is one of the last remaining cast members of "It's A Wonderful Life." She still makes public appearances and has a website where you can buy signed memorabilia. Her website is zuzu.net "It's a Wonderful Life" influenced my life and IMO is the best Christmas film of all time. It was also ranked in the top 100 films of all time. Karolyn is such a kind woman. Enjoy this touching interview.
This is a show to preview my Interview with Karolyn Grimes. She was Zu Zu in the iconic Christmas Classic "It's A Wonderful Life" from 1946. She played the youngest daughter of George Bailey. She delivered the famous line, "Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings" She is now 80 years old and one of the last living members of the cast. She was 6 in the film. You can join the interview LIVE on Podbean at 7 PM ET on Wednesday, March 24th. She will be taking questions. If you miss the live show, you will be able to listen via download on all of the major podcast platforms.
We hear from eye-witnesses to some classic moments in cinema history – from It’s a Wonderful Life to Satyajit Ray’s Apu trilogy via Studio Ghibli, the Sound of Music and Charlie Chaplin’s Great Dictator. Plus, film critic Helen O’Hara tells us about the history of Christmas movies. Photo: one of the final scenes from Frank Capra’s It’s A Wonderful Life, featuring James Stewart, Donna Reed, Carol Coombs, Jimmy Hawkins, Larry Simms and Karolyn Grimes, clockwise from top (photo by Herbert Dorfman/Corbis via Getty Images)
In December 1946, the classic Christmas film "It's a Wonderful Life" had its premiere in Hollywood. Starring Jimmy Stewart, the movie's message of hope and redemption is loved by millions. Simon Watts talks to former child star, Karolyn Grimes, who played six-year-old Zuzu Bailey. The programme was first broadcast in 2015. PHOTO: Karolyn Grimes with Jimmy Stewart in "It's a Wonderful Life" (Getty Images)
What a joy it was to speak to Karolyn Grimes, the actress who played Zuzu Bailey in the holiday classic, It's a Wonderful Life. And thank you so much Karolyn for signing my photograph!! We wish everyone happy holidays and a very Merry Christmas!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/flavio-romeo/message
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhLMHBBirC0 It’s time for Criteria’s Christmas episode—time to watch the classic tale of a man who, through divine intervention, overcomes regret, jealousy and despair to realize how precious and magical is the life he already has. James and Thomas discuss Catholic director Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life with popular podcaster and writer Patrick Coffin. Patrick is uniquely qualified to discuss this film (which he believes to be the best ever made), having even interviewed a member of the cast! It’s a Wonderful Life is included on the Vatican film list under the category “Values”. Next on Criteria: Another installment of Dekalog, the Polish miniseries inspired by the Ten Commandments. We will be discussing episode five and its full-length film adaptation, A Short Film About Killing. This film can be viewed on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3ZkD_tyBAY LINKS Patrick Coffin’s interview with Mary Owen (Donna Reed’s daughter) and Karolyn Grimes (who played little Zuzu in the film) https://www.patrickcoffin.media/its-a-wonderful-movie-2/ Patrick’s National Review article on the film https://www.nationalreview.com/2012/12/its-wonderful-life-little-story-did-patrick-coffin/ Patrick’s article on Capra’s other Christmas classic, Meet John Doe https://www.patrickcoffin.media/frank-capras-forgotten-christmas-classic/ Coffin Nation https://www.coffinnation.com/ Wikipedia article on the fascinating Frank Capra https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Capra Join our Facebook group if you wish to discuss these films with us! http://www.facebook.com/groups/CatholicPods Music is The Duskwhales, “Take It Back”, used with permission. https://theduskwhales.bandcamp.com/
"Its A Wonderful Life: The Movie Backstory & Message: The backstory to Frank Capra's film masterpiece "It's a Wonderful Life" featuring an exclusive interview with Karolyn Grimes Wilkerson, who played Zuzu Bailey in the film, and ended the movie with the memorable line : "Look, Daddy. Teacher says every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings." Karolyn, whose acting career placed her on screen with Cary Grant, Bing Crosby, Jimmy Stewart, and Donna Reed, to name a few, experienced multiple family tragedies that ended her career at an early age, but brings an inspiring message about the movie and life. Music: Ross Bugden Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Monday, November 16, 2020 - Online learning is everywhere. There's been steady growth throughout this century, but it exploded during the global pandemic. We visit with Minot's Barb Solberg, who co-wrote The Student Guide to the World Wide Web and WebCT back in 1999. ~~~ It's a great time to watch for shooting stars, as Chuck Lura explains in today's Natural North Dakota essay. ~~~ An event was scheduled in Bismarck called “It’s a Wonderful Life: An Evening with Zuzu” featuring Karolyn Grimes who portrayed Zuzu Bailey in the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Due to the pandemic, however, that event is on hold, but we decided to go ahead with a scheduled visit with Karolyn, who had quite a career as a child actor until tragedy changed the trajectory of her life. She joins us from her home in California.
On today's show, I'll have Karolyn Grimes who played Zuzu on “It's A Wonderful Life!” After my conversation with Karolyn, I will be talking with Nurse Whitney Springer with Athens-Limestone Hospital to talk about a fundraiser that is underway through the Athens-Limestone Hospital Foundation to purchase a Caring Cradle, specifically created for loved ones to have more time to spend with baby in pregnancy & infant loss. After my conversation with Whitney, we will have a brand new episode of Kyla's Korner with Kyla Carter where she will add to our conversation about “It's A Wonderful Life!”
Support this channel with a one-time or recurring donation: patrickcoffin.media/donate Join our premium program: coffinnation.com ************************************************************** This episode debuted exactly two years ago, and I could think of no better show this year to honor my all-time favorite movie, Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life (1947) through the eyes of two women with close ties to its creation. If Mr. Capra didn’t write it, why do I call it “Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life? It’s because that’s how the movie was marketed, which helps explain why the film got only a so-so reception when it was first released. Most of Mr. Capra’s pre-World War II movies were so sweet-hearted that they later earned the moniker “Capracorn,” not meant as a compliment. It’s a Wonderful Life is one of the most critically acclaimed films ever made. Nominated for five Academy Awards including Best Picture, recognized by the American Film Institute as one of the 100 best American films ever made, and placed number 11 on its initial 1998 greatest movie list, it also ranked number one on its list of the most inspirational American films of all time. Think about that. In light of the fact that hundreds of thousands of movies have been made, this is a jaw-dropping achievement. By the end of the Second World War, though, the mood of the movie-going public had shifted, as I wrote about the making of the movie in National Review a few years ago HERE. The next day after it was published, an appreciative email from a woman named Mary Owen arrived in my inbox. Turns out, Mary is the daughter of actress Donna Reed, who played Mary Bailey, the wife of James Stewart’s George Bailey. I thanked her for the lovely email and we had a few back-and-forths. After my podcast was up on two feet and spreading around the world (110 countries and counting), I thought it would be fun to have her on the show to talk about her mother’s role in this now-international favorite Christmas movie and to learn some back story to her mother’s career and her commitment to writing back to the G.I’s who wrote to her from the trenches and the gun turrets of World War II. The interview segues nicely into the next one, a rich conversation with actress Karolyn Grimes who played Zuzu, one of the four Bailey kids. Remember Zuzu’s petals? This was a real treat for me who loves the movie so well, and I know it will be for you as well. I learned, among other things, how much Mrs. Grimes suffered as a teen when her mother died and then the next year her father was killed and she became a ward of the state—then “rescued” by an aunt and uncle in Missouri, which was an unhappy home situation. Karolyn also played Debbie, the daughter of David Niven and Loretta Young in another Christmas favorite, The Bishop’s Wife. For those of us who can’t gobble up enough trivia and true stories about It’s a Wonderful Life, Mrs. Grimes is a treasure trove of first-hand memories and insights! For the show notes: www.patrickcoffin.media
Karolyn Grimes joins Nancy to discuss her childhood role as Zuzu Bailey in Frank Capra’s It’s A Wonderful Life, working with the director and Jimmy Stewart, and how the film came back into her life decades after its release (1:23). Find out more about segment sponsor Ultimate Disco Cruise (1:02). Do you have a little family-driven comedy or stress during the holidays? Maybe you’ll recognize a few of these characters from Nancy’s humor column. Every gathering has a few (20:19). Listen to this episode’s takeaway tip (23:51). Visit Nancy’s website.
Vegas Film Critic (Jeffrey K. Howard) speaks with original cast members, Jimmy Hawkins and Karolyn Grimes for the 4K DVD release of It's a Wonderful Life.
In this episode, the adorable Zuzu Bailey herself, Karolyn Grimes, talks about her career as a child actor, which includes some incredible stories about her friendships with a number of Hollywood legends, and (of course) the timeless Christmas movie classic, 'It's a Wonderful Life'. To find out more information about Karolyn's work, visit: https://www.facebook.com/officialzuzu/
This episode debuted exactly a year ago, and I could think of no better show this year to honor my all-time favorite movie, Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life (1947) through the eyes of two women with close ties to its creation. If Mr. Capra didn't write it, why do I call it “Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life? It's because that’s how the movie was marketed, which helps explain why the film got only a so-so reception when it was first released. Most of Mr. Capra’s pre-World War II movies were so sweet-hearted that they later earned the moniker “Capracorn,” not meant as a compliment. It’s a Wonderful Life is one of the most critically acclaimed films ever made. Nominated for five Academy Awards including Best Picture, recognized by the American Film Institute as one of the 100 best American films ever made, and placed number 11 on its initial 1998 greatest movie list, it also ranked number one on its list of the most inspirational American films of all time. Think about that. In light of the fact that hundreds of thousands of movies have been made, this is a jaw-dropping achievement. By the end of the Second World War, though, the mood of the movie-going public had shifted, as I wrote about the making of the movie in National Review a few years ago HERE. The next day after it was published, an appreciative email from a woman named Mary Owen arrived in my inbox. Turns out, Mary is the daughter of actress Donna Reed, who played Mary Bailey, the wife of James Stewart’s George Bailey. I thanked her for the lovely email and we had a few back-and-forths. After my podcast was up on two feet and spreading around the world (110 countries and counting), I thought it would be fun to have her on the show to talk about her mother’s role in this now-international favorite Christmas movie and to learn some back story to her mother’s career and her commitment to writing back to the G.I’s who wrote to her from the trenches and the gun turrets of World War II. The interview segues nicely into the next one, a rich conversation with actress Karolyn Grimes who played Zuzu, one of the four Bailey kids. Remember Zuzu’s petals? This was a real treat for me who loves the movie so well, and I know it will be for you as well. I learned, among other things, how much Mrs. Grimes suffered as a teen when her mother died and then the next year her father was killed and she became a ward of the state—then “rescued” by an aunt and uncle in Missouri, which was an unhappy home situation. Karolyn also played Debbie, the daughter of David Niven and Loretta Young in another Christmas favorite, The Bishop’s Wife. For those of us who can’t gobble up enough trivia and true stories about It’s a Wonderful Life, Mrs. Grimes is a treasure trove of first hand memories and insights! Yes, I was star-struck, okay? Is that so wrong? In this episode you will learn How Donna Reed’s work represents the best of the Golden Age of television and movies Why she made sure she was “just a regular mom” with Mary and her other real-life children The story of how Reed’s children found a shoebox full of correspondence with American soldiers from the War in her Bel Air home 65 years later Why Owens thinks the movie that made her mother a household name has such enduring appeal Who is the oldest living cast member (hint: it’s not one of the child actors) What it was like to be on set with Frank Capra and to appear with Jimmy Stewart The ways in which It’s a Wonderful Life touched the lives of the cast and crew forever. Resources mentioned in this episode Blu-Ray of It’s a Wonderful Life Blu-Ray of The Bishop’s Wife It’s a Wonderful Life Book edited by Jeanine Basinger Additional resources It’s a Wonderful Life: A Memory Book by Stephen Cox. The Essential It’s a Wonderful Life: A Scene-by-Scene Guide to the Classic Film by Michael Willian The Name Above the Title: An Autobiography by Frank Capra Join the Conversation Question of the week: Which scene grabs you the most emotionally and why? Don’t forget to Subscribe to the show in YouTube, as well as the podcast so you can get the weekly show updates. Check the podcast in iTunes and other podcast directories, please leave an honest review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!
Josie Long presents short Christmas-themed documentaries and adventures in sound. We hear from a long time resident of Santa Claus, Indiana, the comedian Mark Thomas offers a tender reflection on Away in a Manger, and Karolyn Grimes - the woman who played Zuzu Bailey in the festive classic It's a Wonderful Life - explores how it's interwoven with her life. The Chief Elf of Santa Claus, Indiana Featuring Pat Koch Produced by Andrea Rangecroft Away in a Manger Featuring Mark Thomas Produced by Sarah Cuddon It's a Wonderful Life Featuring Karolyn Grimes Produced by Andrea Rangecroft Series Producer: Eleanor McDowall A Falling Tree production for BBC Radio 4
Take a trip back to Bedford Falls with special guest Karolyn Grimes (ZuZu), featuring Classic Radio style moments with clips from IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE, and a discussion of Jimmy Stewart! This Christmas Eve Morning, take a trip back to Classic Hollywood with special guest Karolyn Grimes. Exclusive Interview on Hollywood and Beyond. Happy Holidays friends and listeners! Learn more about It’s A Wonderful Life with special guest Karolyn Grimes! Jimmy Stewart, Donna Reed, Frank Capra, and all of that snow is all discussed. Memories, Classic Hollywood - now available! There is a lot of snowy scenes in IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE. How did Frank Capra film all of these scenes during a massive heatwave in Hollywood? And why did he not use snow the usual way other filmmakers had done previously? It was too crunchy! Find out his secret recipe for snow when Karolyn Grimes (ZuZu Bailey) visits the show on Christmas Eve Morning! Available 6am EST/ 3am PST on Christmas Eve “Meaningful Interviews” on Hollywood and Beyond with Steven Brittingham Podcast Apple Podcasts, iTunes, PodBean, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music, TuneIn Radio, Radio Public, Facebook, TwitterEmail:hollywoodandbeyondshow@gmail.com Episode Greeting by: Carrie Mitchum Visit Hollywood and Beyond on Facebook/Instagram/Twitter Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays friends and listeners!
This is episode is my first to feature two guests on the same topic, although Episode 34 included Jordan Peterson and Senator Don Plett at the same time in separate cities. This week’s show topic is the enduring cultural impact of Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life (1947) through the eyes of two women close to its creation. I say “Frank Capra’s” because that’s how the movie was marketed (it’s now called the vanity credit) and may help explain why the film got only a so-so reception when it was first released. Most of Mr. Capra’s pre-World War II movies were so sweet-hearted that they later earned the not-quite-complimentary moniker “Capra-corn.” It’s a Wonderful Life is one of the most critically acclaimed films ever made. Nominated for five Academy Awards including Best Picture, recognized by the American Film Institute as one of the 100 best American films ever made, and placed number 11 on its initial 1998 greatest movie list, it also ranked number one on its list of the most inspirational American films of all time. Think about that, in light of the hundreds of thousands of movies ever made. By the end of the War, though, the mood of the movie-going public had shifted, as I wrote about the making of the movie in National Review a few years ago here The next day after it was published, an appreciative email from a woman named Mary Owen arrived in my inbox. Turns out, Mary is the daughter of actress Donna Reed, who played Mary Bailey, the wife of James Stewart’s George Bailey. I thanked her for the lovely email and we had a few back-and-forths. After my podcast was up on two feet and spreading around the world (11o countries and counting), I thought it would be fun to have her on the show to talk about her mother’s role in this now-international favorite Christmas movie and to learn some back story to her mother’s career and her commitment to writing back to the G.I’s who wrote to her from the trenches and the gun turrets of World War II. (Oh, by the way, she was not named for the character her mother played in the Capra movie.) The interview segues nicely into the next one, a rich conversation with actress Karolyn Grimes who played Zuzu, one of the four Bailey kids. Remember Zuzu’s petals? This was a real treat for me who loves the movie so well, and I know it will be for you as well. I learned, among other things, how much Mrs. Grimes suffered as a teen when her mother died and then the next year her father was killed and she became a ward of the state—then “rescued” by an aunt and uncle in Missouri. An unhappy home situation after an abrupt end to her budding acting career (she also played Debbie, the daughter of David Niven and Loretta Young in another Christmas favorite, The Bishop’s Wife). For those of us who can’t gobble up enough trivia and true stories about It’s a Wonderful Life, Mrs. Grimes is a treasure trove of first hand memories and insights! In this episode you will learn How Donna Reed’s work represents the best of the Golden Age of television and movies Why she made sure she was “just a regular mom” with Mary and her other real-life children The story of how Reed’s children found a shoebox full of correspondence with American soldiers from the War in her Bel Air home 65 years later Why Owens thinks the movie that made her mother a household name has such enduring appeal Who is the oldest living cast member (hint: it’s not one of the child actors) What it was like to be on set with Frank Capra and to appear with Jimmy Stewart The ways in which It’s a Wonderful Life touched the lives of the cast and crew forever. Resources mentioned in this episode Blu-Ray of It’s a Wonderful Life Blu-Ray of The Bishop’s Wife It’s a Wonderful Life Book edited by Jeanine Basinger Additional resources It’s a Wonderful Life: A Memory Book by Stephen Cox. The Essential It’s a Wonderful Life: A Scene-by-Scene Guide to the Classic Film by Michael Willian The Name Above the Title: An Autobiography by Frank Capra Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review the podcast!
LISTEN NOW to my ALL NEW Christmas Special! We're tracking Santa Claus w/ Royal Canadian Navy Lt. Marco Chouinard from NORAD & I'll interview Karolyn Grimes who played Zuzu
LISTEN NOW to my ALL NEW Christmas Special! We’re tracking Santa Claus w/ Royal Canadian Navy Lt. Marco Chouinard from NORAD & I’ll interview Karolyn Grimes who played Zuzu The post Christmas Special! Featuring interviews with Karolyn Grimes, "Zuzu Bailey" in the holiday film It's A Wonderful Life! & Royal Canadian Navy Lt. Marco Chouinard from NORAD! first appeared on Pop Culture Tonight.
This week we have a special holiday treat for you. Karolyn Grimes and Jimmy Hawkins, the actors who played Zuzu and Tommy Bailey from "It's a Wonderful Life" stopped by The Kodakery studios to talk about the iconic film. Often referring to themselves as the messengers of the film's director Frank Capra's message, they reveal why the film has stood the test of time and warms hearts year after year.
"Its A Wonderful Life: The Movie Backstory & Message: The backstory to Frank Capra's film masterpiece "It's a Wonderful Life" featuring an exclusive interview with Karolyn Grimes Wilkerson, who played Zuzu Bailey in the film, and ended the movie with the memorable line : "Look, Daddy. Teacher says every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings." Karolyn, whose acting career placed her on screen with Cary Grant, Bing Crosby, Jimmy Stewart, and Donna Reed, to name a few, experienced multiple family tragedies that ended her career at an early age, but brings an inspiring message about the movie and life. Music: Ross Bugden
Today's Guest: Jimmy Hawkins, actor, It's a Wonderful Life Mr. Media is recorded live before a studio audience of stutterers who claim they’re just practicing their Jimmy Stewart imitations … in the NEW new media capital of the world… St. Petersburg, Florida! It's a Wonderful Life: Pictured: James Stewart, Donna Reed (NBC Photo) I have to admit I was a little surprised when I read up on actor Jimmy Hawkins’ life since he played Donna Reed and Jimmy Stewart’s son, Tommy Bailey, in the holiday film classic, It’s A Wonderful Life. For example, did you know he later worked with Reed again as Shelley Fabares' boyfriend on eight seasons of TV’s “The Donna Reed Show”? JIMMY HAWKINS audio excerpt: "It's a Wonderful Life was a nice set. You felt comfortable there. Frank Capra improvised quite a bit of that movie." Or that he played sidekick to the King, Elvis Presley, in both Girl Happy and Spinout? He’s also written five books about It’s A Wonderful Life. One of my first guests on Mr. Media when it was a syndicated weekly newspaper column in 1996 was actress Karolyn Grimes, who played Hawkins’ sister, Zuzu, in It’s A Wonderful Life. And I’m delighted to bookend the movie siblings here on our show. Jimmy Hawkins Order It's A Wonderful Life on DVD Karolyn Grimes Interview with Mr. Media (1996) Order It's a Wonderful Life: The Fiftieth Anniversary Scrapbook by Jimmy Hawkins, available from Amazon.com by clicking on the book cover above! Order Will Eisner: A Spirited Life (2nd Edition) by Bob Andelman, available from Amazon.com by clicking on the book cover above! The Party Authority in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland!
Karolyn Grimes, who played “ZuZu” Bailey in ‘It's A Wonderful Life,' talks about how the classic film has inspired others to become “real-life George Baileys,” and recalls acting with Jimmy Stewart, John Wayne, Cary Grant, and more.
The 1982 release of the world's best selling album; plus the untimely death of General George S Patton; the former child star Karolyn Grimes on the film It's A Wonderful Life, the Beagle 2 mission to Mars, and Vladimir Nabokov's scandalous book, Lolita. (Photo: Michael Jackson and assorted zombies in the video for Thriller in 1983. Credit: 01/01/1983 Publicity Handout)
In December 1946, the classic Christmas film "It's a Wonderful Life" had its premiere in Hollywood. Starring Jimmy Stewart, the movie's message of hope and redemption is loved by millions. Simon Watts talks to former child star, Karolyn Grimes, who played six-year-old Zuzu Bailey. PHOTO: Karolyn Grimes with Jimmy Stewart in "It's a Wonderful Life" (Getty Images)
Author Ace Collins talks about many of his Christmas books, and later in the show actress Karolyn Grimes that played the beloved character Zuzu on It's a Wonderful Life! Merry Christmas! Experience the excitement and energy of Las Vegas each weekend on VEGAS NEVER SLEEPS with Steven Maggi.
It’s a Wonderful Life’s Karolyn Grimes shares her stories of playing Jimmy Stewart’s tiny daughter Zuzu in the iconic film and the impact it has had on her life. Read more about Karolyn in Nancy’s online column Showbiz Analysis for Parade Magazine.
Karolyn Grimes, child actor of the classic Hollywood age, shares her experience working in beloved films IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE and THE BISHOP'S WIFE. Interview by Tammy Weston. Visit Karolyn's site at www.zuzu.net/
Pour the eggnog~ It's A VERY MERRY CLASSIC POP CULTURE CHRISTMAS with Steve Ludwig! Steve plays Christmas songs by past guests, including Tommy James, Little Anthony, Gary DeCarlo, The Cowsills, Question Mark, Ian lloyd, Chris Montez, Tommy Maher, Dr. Elmo (plus interview), Bobby Vinton, Martha Wash, Coati Mundi, Oliver Sean, Sage, Tommy Roe, Lloyd Gold, Joe Mandica, Chloe Collins, Peter Rechter, Dick Dale, The Royal Guardsmen, 1910 Fruitgum Company, Spanky & Our Gang ~ Plus a special message to Steve and his listeners from Karolyn Grimes, "ZUZU" from It's A Wonderful Life!
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