Podcasts about Lewton

We take a step back in time 80 years to take a look at the lesbian paranoia of Jacques Tourneur's magnificent, moody Cat People as our Pride series continues for the month of June. You're going to learn all about producer Val Lewton and his unique approach to horror as the high age of Universal gothic horror disappeared into the rear-view mirror of history and diminished. Your Frankensteins and Wolfmans were diminishing by way of smaller budgets and younger audiences into Sons of Frankenstin and Sons of Wolfmans and dragging down their A-list talent with them. But along came Lewton, newly promoted to the head of RKO's horror unit, with his trusted creative partners from the MGM days to take on small budgets with B-movie expectations only to crank out tense and arty movies deep in the throes of existential dread that contemporary movie audiences could take seriously and gay audience members could immediately recognize and relate to. Lewton's career is regrettably short but in just six years he managed to put horror back in a respectable light and prove to studios and audiences alike that horror still had power.In Cat People Lewton and Tourneur weave a deeply non-conformist tale about a woman cursed by the evil of her village's past sins to turn into vicious, bloodthirsty cats when their emotions were roused and use it to signal to gay viewers that you could also have your movie stand in for the internal struggle of gay audiences trying to be themselves in a world with a strict, rigid expectation of men and women and their expressions of love.Join the Bring Me The Axe Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/snkxuxzJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Bring Me The Axe! on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/bringmetheaxepod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy Bring Me The Axe merch here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/bring-me-the-axe-podcast/⁠⁠

Hey everybody! I'm bringing a bit of a extra Halloween love here, with another film by Val Lewton (and Jacques Tourneau)! And I've got my good friend Dr Anj here with me to talk about I Walked with a Zombie! This film is definitely not what modern horror fans would consider a zombie film, but Lewton did something very interesting and creepy as well! So join us for a fun conversation now!As usual, if you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can send it to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the show's Facebook page. You can find Anj on social media @dranj70 and definitely check out his fantastic blog comicboxcommentary.com (Supergirl and all things Super family)! Thanks for listening!

The Leopard Man (1943), The Seventh Victim (1943), Isle of the Dead (1945) Back in episode 23, we covered producer Val Lewton and three of his films. While Lewton only produced about a dozen films—and only a handful of them horror—his work made a huge impact on the genre. That's why we've decided to discuss three more of his films, hoping to inspire other fans to seek out not only the ones we've covered but his other titles as well. With the help of a talented group of craftsmen—including directors Jacques Tourneur and Mark Robson, screenwriter Ardel Wray, and a skilled cast of actors he worked with repeatedly—Lewton created films that stood apart. They weren't just different from what he was hired to produce; they defied the expectations of most horror fans at the time. His films had style, compelling stories, and uniquely well-developed characters. They're a testament to how effective something as simple as a walk down the street can be when crafted by the right people. Films mentioned in this episode: The Body Snatcher (1945), Cat People (1942), The Curse the Cat People (1944), Curse of the Demon (1957), The Day After (1983), Isle of the Dead (1945), I Walked with a Zombie (1943), The Leopard Man (1943), Old Dark House (1932), The Seventh Victim (1943)

Michael and Rob welcome back Jacob Bean-Watson to discuss what's either a tangential Christmas movie or a Christmas ghost story, depending on your point of view. It's The Curse of the Cat People, Val Lewton's controversial follow-up to his noir horror film Cat People from a couple of years earlier. Simone Simon, Kent Smith, Jane Randolph, and Elizabeth Russell return from the earlier movie, joined this time by child actor Ann Carter, Lewton-favorite Sir Lancelot, and Julia Dean.

In this episode, Brian talks about the new 4k UHD release of the Val Lewton Produced films I WALKED WITH A ZOMBIE and THE SEVENTH VICTIM. This release makes all 9 of Lewtons RKO produced Horror films now available on Blu-ray and so Brian also runs through the previous Lewton discs that have come out as well. This week's episode is also brought to you by the fine folks at DiabolikDVD - a great place to buy your discs from! https://www.diabolikdvd.com/ Just the Discs Now has a YouTube Channel! Check it out here and subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCffVK8TcUyjCpr0F9SpV53g Follow the Show on Twitter here for Episode previews and new Blu-ray News! twitter.com/justthediscspod We're also on Instagram! instagram.com/justthediscspod/

Happy spooky season! Well, my Halloween extravaganza has finally arrived! I'll be covering some excellent films by Producer/Director/Writer Val Lewton! It all kicks off right here and now with this intriguing film, and will continue every Friday in October. Joining me for this one is my cohost for the Phantom Stranger episodes on my Bronze Age of Horror podcast, Jeremiah! He and I deep dive into this Lewton classic, then have some shop talk as well! So get ready for a wild ride!As usual, if you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the show's FB page. You can find Jeremiah on social media @bigox737 and his blog - comicscomicscomics.blog (and search the hashtag SuperBlogTeamUp as well!). Thanks for listening.

Eric & Serling are salutin' Lewton (legendary producer, Val Lewton) and the first of his Karloff collaborations.  Things get dark.  And Eric reveals one of his favorite "coolest kills" in cinema.   Send us a text

I talk Connor Bedard mania with the Owner of Lewton's Sports Cards and Collectibles Jason Lewton. 

Great conversation with Jason Lewton of Lewton's Sports Cards and Collectibles. 

Following the commercial disappointment of artistically ambitious films like Citizen Kane (1941) and the Magnificent Ambersons (1942), RKO began shifting its priorities towards workmanlike crowd pleasing instead of chasing Oscars. Among other things, this meant restructuring its B-movie division. Producer Val Lewton was brought in to oversee a series of films intended to compete against Universal's Monster line; this meant that each movie would be made with a tight budget, run for less than 75 minutes, and be built around a lowbrow, attention-grabbing title provided by executives. Lewton, an experienced pulp writer and talented filmmaker, turned these restrictions into strengths and produced a series of surprisingly artful horror movies renowned for their evocative atmosphere and bold characterization. His first effort for RKO, Cat People, used its shapeshifting werecat premise to tell a dynamic story about feminism, sexual repression, and the immigrant experience. Ryan is joined by Sylvan and Rachel for an in-depth conversation about this moody, revealing film. Talking points include the value of the jump scare, how the storytelling plays into traditional folklore, and how Cat People can be read as emblematic of the queer experience. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-valentine3/support

Jason Henderson of Castle of Horror podcast and Castle Bridge Media publishing joins Jim Towns for an in-depth discussion on RKO's The Seventh Victim, from 1943.Produced by Val Lewton and directed by first timer Mark Robson, the film stars a young Kim Hunter (Zira in Planet of the Apes), Lewton regular Tom Conway, Jean Brooks (The Leopard Man/The Invisible Man Returns) and  Hugh Beaumont ("Leave it to Beaver") in a dark tale of devil worship and mental derangement, evocatively photographed in stark black and white-a Lewton trademark.Content Warning: this episode contains discussions on suicide and mental illness.

This week, Find out why 911 changed everything as we watched Final Destination, A film from the year 2000 that proves that 911 did indeed change everything. J - 8 m - 8 Each week we choose a movie from one of the horror genre to discuss the following week. Follow along each week by keeping up with the movies we are watching to stay in the loop with the movie club! Check out other podcasts, coffee and pins at www.darkroastcult.com ! THANKS TO ANDREW FOR MAKING THE INTRO SONG. (soundcloud.com / andoryukesuta)@andoryukesuta Final Destination (2000) Alex is boarding a plane to France on a school trip, when he suddenly gets a premonition that the plane will explode. Shortly after Alex, a group of students, and his teacher are thrown off the plane, to their horror, the plane does in fact explode. Alex must now work out Death's plan, as each of the survivors falls victim. Whilst trying to prevent the next death, Alex must also dodge the FBI, who believe that he caused the explosion. High school student Alex Browning boards Volée Airlines Flight 180, a Boeing 747, with his classmates for their senior trip to Paris from John F. Kennedy Airport. Before take-off, Alex has a premonition that the plane will face a mechanical failure, leading to a mid-air explosion, killing everybody on board. When the events from his vision begin to occur in reality, he panics until a fight breaks out between him and his rival Carter Horton, resulting in both of them being removed from the plane, along with Alex's best friend Tod Waggner, Carter's girlfriend Terry Chaney, teacher Valerie Lewton, and students Billy Hitchcock and Clear Rivers. None of the other passengers, except Clear, believes Alex about his vision until the plane explodes on take-off. Afterwards, the survivors are interrogated by two FBI agents, Weine and Schreck, who are both suspicious of Alex. Thirty-nine days later, after attending a memorial service for the victims, an unusual chain reaction causes Tod to accidentally hang himself in his shower that night. While his death is ruled a suicide, Alex sneaks into the funeral home along with Clear to examine Tod's corpse when the mortician, William Bludworth, reveals that the survivors who escaped from the impending circumstance have disrupted Death's plan, who is now claiming the lives of those who were meant to die from the accident. Alex and Clear are discussing their next move when the rest of the survivors arrive outside the café, where Terry is run over and killed by a speeding bus on the road. After watching a news report on the cause of the explosion, Alex concludes that Death is reclaiming the survivors according to the sequence of their intended demise on the plane. Nonetheless, he is too late to save Ms. Lewton whose house explodes after she is impaled by a falling kitchen knife. The remaining survivors reunite while driving through town as Alex explains the situation. Carter, who is next, is enraged over Terry's loss and stops his car on a train crossing, attempting to die on his own terms. While the others escape, he changes his mind at the last minute but his seatbelt jams. Alex manages to save him just before the car is smashed by an oncoming train that knocks a shrapnel from the wreckage into the air, decapitating Billy. Alex learns that because he intervened in Carter's death, it skipped to the next person afterwards. The next day, while hiding out in a fortified cabin, Alex recalls having changed seats with two classmates in his premonition and realizes that Clear is actually next. He rushes to her house to save her while being pursued by Weine and Schreck. Alex finds Clear who is trapped inside her car surrounded by loose electrical cables that ignite a gasoline leak around her. He grabs the cable, allowing her to escape from the car just before it explodes.

Get ready for Big Cat action because we're tackling another Val Lewton film: 1942's Cat People. Joining us with incredible insights courtesy of her (forthcoming) book Queer For Fear is Dr. Heather Petrocelli.We're talking about the power and legacy of subtextual queer horror, how Otherness intermingles with queerness, why you shouldn't hate Alice too much (but Oliver needs to die), and the infamous Lewton bus and pool scenes.Plus: film noir lighting, the return of The Seventh Victim's predatory Dr. Judd, and comparisons to the 80s remake (Tits! Incest! Malcolm McDowell!)Reference: Elizabeth Erwin. “Cat People (1942): Coding Lesbianism Via Otherness.” Horror HomeroomQuestions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners> Trace: @tracedthurman> Joe: @bstolemyremote> Heather: @queerforfear (Instagram)Be sure to support the boys on Patreon! Theme Music: Alexander Nakarada Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We get high-vallewton* with Tim Quirk, longtime cinephile and frontman of one of The Pink Smoke's favorite bands, Too Much Joy. At the height of the pandemic, Quirk initiated a binge of great movies that led him to Val Lewton's legendary run of low-budget horror films produced for RKO Pictures in the 1940's. Quirk was captivated by these deep philosophical explorations of darkness and isolation, which directly inspired songs on the latest Too Much Joy albums, Mistakes Were Made and All These Fucking Feelings. Focusing on The Seventh Victim and I Walked with a Zombie (both released in 1943), we tap into Tim's enthusiasm for the economical creepiness, profound purple dialogue and "the glitter of putrescence" that preoccupies those who inhabit the shadows of Lewton's screen. Are they the real monsters? Do we as a society have a collective death wish? Are these complex explorations of loneliness, fear and self-destruction even really horror movies? However you define them, there's no question that Lewton's films are unlike anything else. * Like, highfalutin.** ** We would at least task any other lyricists inspired by these movies to write a song that rhymes "highfalutin" with "Val Lewton." Support our Patreon: www.patreon.com/thepinksmoke Tim Quirk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tbquirk Too Much Joy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TooMuchJoyHQ The Pink Smoke site: www.thepinksmoke.com The Pink Smoke on Twitter: twitter.com/thepinksmoke Christopher Funderburg on Twitter: twitter.com/cfunderburg John Cribbs on Twitter: twitter.com/TheLastMachine Intro/Outro Music: Too Much Joy "I Met a Ghost."

Cat People is a 1942 American horror film directed by Jacques Tourneur and produced for RKO by Val Lewton. The film tells the story of Irena Dubrovna, a newly married Serbian fashion illustrator obsessed with the idea that she is descended from an ancient tribe of Cat People who metamorphose into black panthers when aroused. When her husband begins to show interest in one of his coworkers, Irena begins to stalk her. The film stars Simone Simon as Irena, and features Kent Smith, Tom Conway, and Jane Randolph in supporting roles. 1000 stickers for $79 ONLY at this link www.riotstickers.com/frumess - the best in the business! JOIN THE PATREON FOR LESS THAN A $2 CUP OF COFFEE!! https://www.patreon.com/Frumess

What the heck is quantum mechanics? Ronan is joined by two guests on this episode of Field Tripping — Thomas Lewton, independent science journalist, and Dr. Randy Scharlach, US Medical Director of Field Trip Health & Wellness (and guest from our popular episode “The Taste of a Mango.”) The three discuss the nature of reality, the contemplation of what consciousness is, and where psychedelics fit into this equation.

Chef Kelli Lewton combined her knowledge of food preparation and decorating to create Make Your Own Party, a cookbook and party planning manual. Chef Kelli gives tips on how to plan the perfect themed party using eclectic decor and tasty recipes. Learn more about Chef Kelli here: https://www.chefkellilewton.com/ (https://www.chefkellilewton.com/) LIMElight with Jessie is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT's LIMElight with Jessie is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)

We're throwing back to the romances of classic horror with a look at Jacques Tourneur's 1942 classic Cat People, about a woman who turns into, well, a cat. Join in as we discuss producer Val Lewton's horror unit at RKO, the film's complicated ideas about sexuality, and the validity of a zookeeper's prophecies. Plus: Is any of the movie's Serbian history worth listening to? How were Cat People and other Lewton films responding to the better-known Universal monster movies? And, most importantly, are working women the true villains of the movie? Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe! Next Week: Fire Island (2022) - on Hulu this Friday! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/we-love-the-love/message

Kelli Lewton is a Certifed Executive Chef, a successful catering company owner and makes frequent appearances on local media. She has a new book out, "Make Your Own Party," with 20 blueprints to empower you to put together an awesome shindig. Support your local bookstore or get it online here: https://scribe-publishing.com/product/myo/ There's also a book launch party the Whiskey Factory: https://www.facebook.com/events/518900826313400/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%7D]%7D Part of the proceeds go to benefit the nonprofit Detroit Food Academy. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit  

Everything is honky dory! Drusilla and Josh watched SO MANY MOVIES this week. Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore, A Raisin in the Sun, Shaft, Passport to Pimlico, Mike Leigh, Sunday in New York starring Jane Fonda Josh's birthday twin, Our Flag Means Death, Josh hates Taika Waititi, Bergman Report: Cries and Whispers, Kids, Alligator, I Blame Society, and Reform School Girls.Then they go into the feature, Val Lewton's The Seventh Victim. They discuss Lewton's deal with RKO, Cat People, the inscrutable quality and the glamor of this film, how much we love Jean Brooks as Jacqueline, Magica de Spell, suicide narratives, leather driving gloves, our favorite cults, Christopher Lee and The Wicker Man, and finally, Have They Seen It?

Vi närgranskar filmserien Final Destination och försöker avgöra om det är den sista 90-talsskräckisen eller den första 2000-talaren. Tomas avsvär sig anklagelsen att han någon gång skulle ha kallat Hajen för en slasher - men tro inte att han ger sig vad gäller det varumärke som ligger på bordet idag - och Lars kan inte få nog av att frammana den vårsoliga år 2000-nostalgi som framförallt den första filmen kommer med. Vi pratar därför också om: Bill Clinton, Göran Persson, Bo Lundgren, Naomi Klein, No Logo, Populärmusik från Vittula, Mikael Niemi, Nokia 3310, Microsoft Windows 2000, Office-paketet, ICQ, Skunk, Counterstrike, American Beauty, Göteborg Filmfestival, Scream 3, The Blair Witch Project, Arkiv X, South Park, Caesars Palace, Cherry Kicks, From the Bug-House, Bäckaby kyrka, Iron Maiden, Bruce Dickinson, The Wickerman, Hagnesta Hill, Jag vet vad du gjorde förra sommaren, James Wong, Fight Club, American Psycho, Mortal Kombat, Omen, När lammen tystnar, Candyman, Se7en, Ravenous, Event Horizon, Mats Johnson, the Lewton bus, Cat People, American Pie, Road Trip, Tony Todd, Clive Barker, Shirley Walker, Spawn, Diabolical Masquerade, Death's Design, Diabolique, Liers In Wait, Kristian “Necrolord” Wåhlin, Katatonia, Blackheim, Vänner, Hellraiser samt något litet om nästa avsnitt och det eventulla inslaget av James Wans Malignant där. Nostalgi en masse, löst tyckande och akademisk analys.

Stay away from the wine because we, along with celebrated queer author David Demchuk, are covering our first Val Lewton film:The Seventh Victim (1943).The HEAVILY queer coded text is a nice alternative to our Universal Monster films, though we recommend having a comedy for when you finish because this movie is grim and nihilistic! Also, should we become Satanists? Because the Palladists don't seem that bad!Up for discussion: disdain for the male characters, Lewton's classic "cat jump" sequence, and Frances' emotional outburst as confirmation of a lesbian relationship.Plus: Joe gushes over Jean Brooks' performance, Trace cannot remember the poet's name, and David questions Redi's decision to put the logo of her secret society on a perfume bottle.Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd and/or Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners> Trace: @tracedthurman> Joe: @bstolemyremote> David: @spo0ky_dad / Website: daviddemchuk.comBe sure to support the boys on Patreon! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Screaming Through the Ages where you can get your bi-weekly fix of a topic relating to the history and legacy of horror movies. Throughout Chapter 1 I'll be discussing the life and times of Val Lewton. In this episode We will take a look into Lewton's final set of RKO films, The Body Snatcher, Isle of the Dead and Bedlam as well as the end of Lewton's career and life. You can follow the podcast on Twitter @ScreamingAges You can send an email to screamingthroughtheages@yahoo.com The show's official website is screamingthroughtheages.com Opening Track by https://pixabay.com/users/defekt_maschine-14798912/?tab=audio&utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=audio&utm_content=8411 (ipsyduckk) from https://pixabay.com/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=8411 (Pixabay) Closing Track by https://pixabay.com/users/gioelefazzeri-16466931/?tab=audio&utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=audio&utm_content=1987 (GioeleFazzeri) from https://pixabay.com/music/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=1987 (Pixabay)

Welcome to Screaming Through the Ages where you can get your bi-weekly fix of a topic relating to the history and legacy of horror movies. Throughout Chapter 1 I'll be discussing the life and times of Val Lewton. In this episode We will take a look into Lewton's next set of films, The Seventh Victim, The Ghost Ship and The Curse of the Cat People. I also go into Lewton's first earnest attempt to break out of horror and the hardships that followed. You can follow the podcast on Twitter @ScreamingAges You can send an email to screamingthroughtheages@yahoo.com The show's official website is screamingthroughtheages.com Opening Track by https://pixabay.com/users/defekt_maschine-14798912/?tab=audio&utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=audio&utm_content=8411 (ipsyduckk) from https://pixabay.com/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=8411 (Pixabay) Closing Track by https://pixabay.com/users/gioelefazzeri-16466931/?tab=audio&utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=audio&utm_content=1987 (GioeleFazzeri) from https://pixabay.com/music/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=1987 (Pixabay)

Welcome to Screaming Through the Ages where you can get your bi-weekly fix of a topic relating to the history and legacy of horror movies. Throughout Chapter 1 I'll be discussing the life and times of Val Lewton. In this episode We will take a look into the newfound pressures looming over Lewton and discuss I walked with a Zombie and The Leopard Man from 1943. You can follow the podcast on Twitter @ScreamingAges You can send an email to screamingthroughtheages@yahoo.com The show's official website is screamingthroughtheages.com Opening Track by https://pixabay.com/users/defekt_maschine-14798912/?tab=audio&utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=audio&utm_content=8411 (ipsyduckk) from https://pixabay.com/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=8411 (Pixabay) Closing Track by https://pixabay.com/users/gioelefazzeri-16466931/?tab=audio&utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=audio&utm_content=1987 (GioeleFazzeri) from https://pixabay.com/music/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=1987 (Pixabay)

Welcome to Screaming Through the Ages where you can get your bi-weekly fix of a topic relating to the history and legacy of horror movies. Throughout Chapter 1 I'll be discussing the life and times of Val Lewton. In this episode We will explore the early life of Lewton and his beginnings in the industry along with a discussion of the 1942 classic Cat People. You can follow the podcast on Twitter @ScreamingAges You can send an email to screamingthroughtheages@yahoo.com The show's official website is screamingthroughtheages.com Opening Track by https://pixabay.com/users/defekt_maschine-14798912/?tab=audio&utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=audio&utm_content=8411 (ipsyduckk) from https://pixabay.com/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=8411 (Pixabay) Closing Track by https://pixabay.com/users/gioelefazzeri-16466931/?tab=audio&utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=audio&utm_content=1987 (GioeleFazzeri) from https://pixabay.com/music/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=1987 (Pixabay)

This week we cover some lesser known films It's the three movies of the "Cat People" franchise. The first two movies are from the 1940s and by producer Val Lewton (head of the horror unit at RKO). The first movie has become a cult classic and does a lot with a very small budget. Check out several of Lewton's most popular movies on Shudder.    The 1982 "Cat People' takes the series in a different direction. Malcolm McDowell and Nastassja Kinski star as brother and sister cat people. While the first "Cat People" relied on shadows and jump scares, this movie shows the transformation. The show is much sexier than the original. Poor Nastassja sent half of the movie in the nude. David Bowie also contributed the theme song known as "Putting Out Fire".    In honor of the first cat person Irena Dubrovna, I included some favorite Serbian dishes. Check out the full list at here   Photo Credit: Here Music Credit: Here  

De la mano de Mariofolk (youtube.com/mariofolk) tenemos esta nueva entrega del debate abierto sobre Google Stadia. En esta ocasión hacemos un análisis de los motivos que justifican el precio de Google Stadia. Puedes ver el vídeo del directo en https://youtu.be/LX7fxcldzog. Han participado: LGNZH, Lewton, Atienza, Hisokan y Kritos. ---- el audio de stadiagora está extraído de "Stadia by Mariofolk" con DL ZA 67-2020

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This week, we're joined by Justin Lewton, a Millennial dryland grain farmer in northeastern Colorado. Justin serves on an industry board, and we invited him to speak with us about the topic we introduced last week. In his volunteer capacity, he's noticed too that agriculture, and especially production ag, seems to silence itself to the detriment of its profit, for fear of backlash from any number of corners – fellow producers, larger agribusiness companies, other industry organizations, and consumers. Justin enthusiastically joins us in searching for more meaningful conversations and not taking “well, that's just how it is” for an answer. He's as frustrated as we are in trying to talk about this in agriculture but brings up the good point that relationships are key to making progress. After we finished recording, Justin shared a great lesson he has heard his whole life, passed down from his dad, “we can go further, faster together than we can apart.” A perfect place to begin to answer these hard questions we keep finding. Tune in to this week's episode for a very balanced and educated conversation with an up and coming agriculture leader in Colorado. www.millennialag.com www.facebook.com/millennialag www.instagram.com/millennial_ag www.twitter.com/millennial_ag

A lover of knowledge and understanding, Charles Lewton-Brain is best known for inventing the metalsmithing technique of foldforming. He is also an award-winning art jeweler, a master goldsmith, a prolific author, and a dynamic jewelry instructor, and occupies a singular place in jewelry today. Listen in as he shares tales of discovery with host Katie Hacker, embracing simplicity, innovation, and the concept shared by an indigenous Canadian elder that “education is the new buffalo.”  Learn more and see some of Charles' work here: https://www.interweave.com/jewelry-artist-podcast/charles-lewton-brain/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Brandon Robinson and Jason Wieland join Saddleback staff member Mazvita Lewton to talk about her story, about race, being multi-cultural, identity, parenting and more in this special episode of Doable Discipleship. For complete show notes, click HERE

This episode I spoke with John Lewton, a legend in the sheep world in my opinion. He tells his story on how he started guiding and how he earned his reputation. I had a great time talking with him an hope to do so again. You can see his Instagram @wildsheep_24_7_365 @kingsofthesouthwest

Mrs. Lewton, Norah, and Summer join us to talk about the Spring Musical. (recorded before Spring Break)

Fixing the wheel rather than reinventing it seems to be a running theme with master goldsmiths and educators Nanz Aalund and Charles Lewton-Brain. Whether it’s providing much-needed, accredited learning spaces for students or the need for jewelry businesses to embrace young apprentices, Nanz and Charles are all for building on what’s been done—the key word being build. In this episode, join Nanz, Charles and Courtney as they discuss the “paradigm shift” in the jewelry industry and the practices both old and new that will be crucial in the survival and success of the craft.

All good things must end! We review BEDLAM (1946) from director Mark Robson and starring Boris Karloff and Anna Lee. It's our final horror film from Lewton and his team at RKO, does he go out with a bang? Plus, what's the connection to William Hogarth's art? Why is it called Bedlam? Why is this the last Lewton horror film? Listen and find out! Context setting 00:00; Synopsis 33:21; Discussion 49:40; Ranking 1:30:58

Monster Kid Radio brings in the new year with a new monthly theme - The Satanic Rites of January! This week, Derek is joined by author/game designer/ Kenneth Hite to discuss one of Val Lewton's most affecting films - 1943's The Seventh Victim (dir. Mark Robson). This one gets dark, and we can't think of a better way to start this month's devilish theme. Of course, the good Professor Frenzy has a Bedtime Story for everyone, and Kenny takes a somber look at Famous Monsters of Filmland. Voicemail: 503-479-5MKR (503-479-5657) Email: Monster Kid Radio on YouTube - Derek and Monster Kid Radio will be at , January 4-5, 2020! See you there! () Professor Frenzy - Ken and Robin Talk About Stuff - Monster Hunter for Hire (Supernatural Solutions: The Marc Temple Casefiles - Volume 1) - Monster Kid Radio on TeePublic - Music Credit: OurMusicBox (Jay Man) Track Name: "Riding Waves" Music By: Jay Man @ https://ourmusicbox.com/ Official "OurMusicBox" YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox License for commercial use: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Music promoted by NCM Next week on Monster Kid Radio: The Black Cat (dir. Edgar G. Ulmer) with 's Scott Morris The opening and closing song "" () appears by permission of () All original content of Monster Kid Radio by is licensed under a .

On this episode of Out of Theaters, Will and Billy debate the merits of "Cat People," discuss the shadowy direction of Jacques Tourneur and examine Lewton's spooky legacy. Plus, Will sings the praises of "Dolemite Is My Name" and Billy looks forward to "Doctor Sleep."

For the day before Halloween, we humbly present our episode on ISLE OF THE DEAD (1945, Robson), inspired by Arnold Böcklin's painting of the same name! Karloff and Lewton strike gold again, this time in a unique vampire tale set in Greece. It's a one-of-a-kind picture written by Ardel Wray and featuring Ellen Drew, Marc Cramer, Katherine Emery, Helene Thimig, Alan Napier, Jason Robards Sr, Ernst Deutsch, and Skelton Knaggs. Context setting 00:00; Synopsis 33:47; Discussion 52:28; Ranking 1:12:40

Following the success of The Body Snatcher, Val Lewton has become one of RKO's most valuable and lauded producers.As well as the many opportunities now being presented to him, Lewton has also embarked upon his first true "A-Picture", a dark tale of madness and cruelty set within the walls of the most notorious asylum in the world.But as Hollywood itself begins to change, the shadows upon the screen will not be the only ones closing in on Lewton...With Mark GatissTo become a Co-Producer of The Secret History of Hollywood go to www.patreon.com/attaboysecretTo become a Co-Producer of The Secret History Of Hollywood, and receive hundreds more hours of bonus material CLICK HERE CREDITS

Following the success of The Body Snatcher, Val Lewton has become one of RKO's most valuable and lauded producers. As well as the many opportunities now being presented to him, Lewton has also embarked upon his first true "A-Picture", a dark tale of madness and cruelty set within the walls of the most notorious asylum in the world. But the shadows upon the screen are not the only ones closing in on Lewton... To become a Co-Producer of The Secret History Of Hollywood CLICK HERE Credits

This episode features: -Are effective altruists especially prone to anxiety and depression? -Are effective altruists high in autistic-like traits? -Is effective altruism especially appealing to people high in autistic-like traits? -Are people high in autistic-like traits more rational? -Why do we fall prey to biases like the attraction effect, the sunk cost fallacy, and the framing effect? -Are people high in autistic-like traits more oriented towards “System 2” thinking? -Are people high in autistic-like traits less susceptible to cognitive biases?   Full transcript   -References-  Apply Psychology: Brosnan, M., Lewton, M., & Ashwin, C. (2016). Reasoning on the autism spectrum: a dual process theory account. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 46(6), 2115-2125. De Martino, B., Harrison, N. A., Knafo, S., Bird, G., & Dolan, R. J. (2008). Explaining enhanced logical consistency during decision making in autism. Journal of Neuroscience, 28(42), 10746-10750. Farmer, G. D., Baron-Cohen, S., & Skylark, W. J. (2017). People with autism spectrum conditions make more consistent decisions. Psychological science, 28(8), 1067-1076. Fujino, J., Tei, S., Itahashi, T., Aoki, Y., Ohta, H., Kanai, C., ... & Takahashi, H. (2019). Sunk cost effect in individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 49(1), 1-10. Gosling, C. J., & Moutier, S. (2018). Brief report: Risk-aversion and rationality in autism spectrum disorders. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 48(10), 3623-3628. Guo, Q., Sun, P., & Li, L. (2018). Why neurotic individuals are less prosocial? A multiple mediation analysis regarding related mechanisms. Personality and Individual Differences, 128, 55-61. Levin, I. P., Gaeth, G. J., Foley-Nicpon, M., Yegorova, V., Cederberg, C., & Yan, H. (2015). Extending decision making competence to special populations: a pilot study of persons on the autism spectrum. Frontiers in psychology, 6, 539. Lodi-Smith, J., Rodgers, J. D., Cunningham, S. A., Lopata, C., & Thomeer, M. L. (2019). Meta-analysis of Big Five personality traits in autism spectrum disorder. Autism, 23(3), 556-565. Ruzich, E., Allison, C., Smith, P., Watson, P., Auyeung, B., Ring, H., & Baron-Cohen, S. (2015). Measuring autistic traits in the general population: a systematic review of the Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ) in a nonclinical population sample of 6,900 typical adult males and females. Molecular autism, 6(1), 2. Shah, P., Catmur, C., & Bird, G. (2016). Emotional decision-making in autism spectrum disorder: the roles of interoception and alexithymia. Molecular autism, 7(1), 43. Autism Spectrum Quotient Alexithymia Questionnaire People with autism make more rational decisions, study shows Check This Rec: The Psychology Podcast Episode 143: How DNA Makes Us Who We Are with Robert Plomin

on episode 10 we sit down and talk about music and GAY horror films with the singer songwriter Jay Thomas , formerly of the group BLUEJAY -so sit back and relax and listen in also you can find his music here www.heyjaythomas.com also check out what a "Lewton bus" is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoXo8eeEdo0

No rest for the wicked or for Val Lewton as we watch 1943's THE GHOST SHIP from director Mark Robson. How does Lewton balance good story with RKO's demands? Easy, he relies on the fantastic acting of Richard Dix and supporting cast Russell Wade, Edith Barrett and Skelton Knaggs. Context Setting 00:00; Synopsis 17:56; Discussion 35:37; Ranking 57:41

RKO's latest horror movie, 'The Body Snatcher', based upon a dark legacy of crimes from another time, is proving to be Val Lewton's most challenging project yet.Seemingly determined to have his way, Lewton's boss, Jack Gross has agreed to finally give Lewton and his team an "A-List" budget. But this promise comes with a set of conditions...It isn't long before Gross's demands are dragging Lewton's possible masterpiece into exploitation territory. With the budget as a bargaining chip, will Lewton be forced to ruin his own reputation in order to get the film made? Or will a solution present itself from the most unlikely of places?To become a Co-Producer of The Secret History of Hollywood go to www.patreon.com/attaboysecretCONTENT WARNING BELOWA significant part of the episode deals with the story of Burke and Hare. This was necessary to the overall story, as the film this episode deals with, 'The Body Snatcher', was based heavily upon their crimes.It was very important to me to tell their story honestly, as there has been an unfortunate tendency in recent years to paint Burke and Hare as a pair of somewhat goofy miscreants, instead of the abominable creatures they were in reality.As such, there are certain details that some may find upsetting or disturbing. Burke and Hare murdered many people of all ages. The details of these crimes are more than likely unsuitable for younger ears, and may also cause distress to you, the listener. If you feel that you would like to skip over this section, then it begins at 52:12 and runs through to 1:36:00.The episode also contains a brief history of the science of anatomy, which is not particularly graphic, but it still might not be something you feel easy listening to. It begins at 29:51, and runs to the end of the Burke and Hare section at 1:36:00

RKO's latest horror movie, 'The Body Snatcher', based upon a dark legacy of crimes from another time, is proving to be Val Lewton's most challenging project yet. Seemingly determined to have his way, Lewton's boss, Jack Gross has agreed to finally give Lewton and his team an "A-List" budget. But this promise comes with a set of conditions... It isn't long before Gross's demands are dragging Lewton's possible masterpiece into exploitation territory. With the budget as a bargaining chip, will Lewton be forced to ruin his own reputation in order to get the film made? Or will a solution present itself from the most unlikely of places? To become a Co-Producer of The Secret History of Hollywood CLICK HERE CONTENT WARNING BELOW A significant part of the episode deals with the story of Burke and Hare. This was necessary to the overall story, as the film this episode deals with, 'The Body Snatcher', was based heavily upon their crimes. It was very important to me to tell their story honestly, as there has been an unfortunate tendency in recent years to paint Burke and Hare as a pair of somewhat goofy miscreants, instead of the abominable creatures they were in reality. As such, there are certain details that some may find upsetting or disturbing. Burke and Hare murdered many people of all ages. The details of these crimes are more than likely unsuitable for younger ears, and may also cause distress to you, the listener. If you feel that you would like to skip over this section, then it begins at 52:12 and runs through to 1:36:00. The episode also contains a brief history of the science of anatomy, which is not particularly graphic, but it still might not be something you feel easy listening to. It begins at 29:51, and runs to the end of the Burke and Hare section at 1:36:00

If you had a premonition of us starting a new franchise marathon, it has come true! We’re embarking on a journey with 2000’s FINAL DESTINATION!Join us as we review the film, Brennan gets really IN this movie, Sergio gets stuck on the idea of the Grim Reaper, and we break down Ms. Lewton’s terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day!Ten Word Reviews: Us, Alita: Battle Angel, The Haunting on Fraternity RowOur theme music is “A Beat for You” by Pseudo Echo. You can find more episodes of this show and others at podpeople.me

Val Lewton's salvation has arrived in the form of Universal Horror star, Boris Karloff, a long-time admirer of Lewton's new brand of horror cinema.For their first project together, Lewton must draw upon the darkest piece of his childhood; the place where his imagination grew up.And so begins a journey into the past, and to a place where dreams go to die…To become a Co-Producer of The Secret History of Hollywood go to www.patreon.com/attaboysecret

Val Lewton's salvation has arrived in the form of Universal Horror star, Boris Karloff, a long-time admirer of Lewton's new brand of horror cinema. For their first project together, Lewton must draw upon the darkest piece of his childhood; the place where his imagination grew up. And so begins a journey into the past, and to a place where dreams go to die…   To become a Co-Producer of The Secret History Of Hollywood, and to gain access to all the bonus content, including the new weekly edition of the show, ‘BLUEPRINTS', click here

This week on Scream Addicts, special guest Joe R. Lansdale drops by to chat one of his favorite films- Val Lewton’s production of Jacques Tourneur’s 1942 horror classic Cat People. An author of numerous novels, short stories, teleplays and comic books, Mr. Lansdale discusses the work of Lewton and Tourneur, the difficulty of preparing definitive film lists, and the notion of a film being a living character. Along the way, we touch on Orson Welles, Hereditary, nudity in film,  and Mr. Lansdale’s feelings on Cat People’s sequel and remake. It's a great, funny, and enlightening chat with a brilliant guest, and it’s one we hope you enjoy. Be sure to subscribe to our show on iTunes, leave feedback, tell your friends about us, and give us a yell on Facebook and Twitter! We are: @joelansdale @ScreamAddicts @Jinx1981 Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/mailroom

This week Mike is joined by genre movie guru Giles Edward to discuss (spoiler free) some of the other folk horror movies not yet covered this series...from big hitters like Night of the Demon and Children of the Corn, to deep cuts like Dark Waters and Poison For the Fairies.  Check out the full list of Also Rans on LETTERBOXD. Music by Jack Whitney.  Email us!  Follow us on TWITTER Like us on FACEBOOK Join the DISCUSSION GROUP Follow us on LETTERBOXD Giles Edwards can be found on TWITTER Mike Muncer is a producer, podcaster and film journalist and can be found on TWITTER  

Mike and Tom are joined by film critic Vyce Victusto talk about the state of online film writing, the anniversary of Blade, congealed Gummy Bear deceit, and 1996's oft-forgotten Solo (not the Star Wars one). Featuring: Vyce Victus (@vycevictus) Mike Natale (@nkoas) Tom Lorenzo (@ragingbull1990) Theme music by Seawolph Find Vyce Victus' writing at: http://lewtonbus.net/author/vycevictus/ Find Vyce Victus' Gummy Bears Tweet at: https://twitter.com/VyceVictus/status/1013871892837564416

Val Lewton's chance to prove himself outside the horror genre has arrived.If he and his team can turn the nationwide problem of juvenile delinquency into a dramatic hit, then it may mean his graduation from the "B-Division", and his escape from the oppressive executive producer who seems intent on thwarting his creative freedom.But as the pressure begins to mount, Lewton will find himself facing a new threat; one that may put an end to not just his career, but his life...To become a Co-Producer of The Secret History of Hollywood go to www.patreon.com/attaboysecretSpecial thanks to Mark Gatiss and Brook Darnell

Val Lewton's chance to prove himself outside the horror genre has arrived. If he and his team can turn the nationwide problem of juvenile delinquency into a dramatic hit, then it may mean his graduation from the "B-Division" and his escape from the oppressive executive producer who seems intent on thwarting his creative freedom. But as the pressure begins to mount, Lewton will find himself facing a new threat; one that may put an end to not just his career, but his life... To become a Co-Producer of the show CLICK HERE Special thanks to Mark Gatiss and Brook Darnell Credits

Her romantic desires can bring out the beast in her. A large black leopard that will rip you apart! The classic Val Lewton / Jaques Tourner R.K.O. film Cat People (1942) which starred Simone Simon, Kent Smith, Tom Conway and Jane Randolph is as master class in creating mood and tension with little more than low-key lighting and great timing. The Jerry Bruckheimer / Paul Shrader remake (1982) re-imagines the story as an erotic fantasy starring Natassja Kinski, Malcolm McDowell, John Heard, Ruby Dee, Annette O'Toole, Ed Bagley Jr., and Lynn Lowry. The cats may be people, and the people may be cats, join Invasion of the Remake armed with catnip as we discuss Cat People!   Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, Audioboom, BluBrry, Libsyn, YouTube, Spreaker, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread the love! Like, share and subscribe! You can also help out the show with a positive review and a 5-star rating over on iTunes. We want to hear from you and your opinions will help shape the future of the show. Your ratings and reviews also help others find the show. Their "earballs" will thank you. Follow us on Twitter: @InvasionRemake Like and share us on Facebook & Instagram: Invasion of the Remake Email us your questions, suggestions, corrections, challenges and comments: invasionoftheremake@gmail.com

Val Lewton has finally agreed to create a sequel to his biggest hit, 'Cat People'. But rather than produce a conventional continuation, Lewton has decided to delve into his own past, and to tell his most personal story yet, that of a childhood cut short by an over-zealous guardian.But in doing so, will he repeat the mistakes of his own past?Aiding him in his quest is a new director, whose meticulous plans for the film may be at odds with his own...Featuring Mark GatissTo become a Co-Producer of The Secret History of Hollywood go to www.patreon.com/attaboysecret

Val Lewton has finally agreed to create a sequel to his biggest hit, 'Cat People'. But rather than produce a conventional continuation, Lewton has decided to delve into his own past, and to tell his most personal story yet, that of a childhood cut short by an over-zealous guardian. But in doing so, will he repeat the mistakes of his own past? Aiding him in his quest is a new director, whose meticulous plans for the film may be at odds with his own... Featuring Mark Gatiss

I talk with Zach Hiner of Sullivan about the Richard Lewton Auction in Otis Colorado. This is going to be a great auction with late model Challenger Track Machines and a Miller Nitro Sprayer. This sale is Saturday 3-17-2018. Make sure to visit www.SullivanAuctioneers.com for more information and bid online with Proxibid.

I talk with Zach Hiner of Sullivan about the Richard Lewton Auction in Otis Colorado. This is going to be a great auction with late model Challenger Track Machines and a Miller Nitro Sprayer. This sale is Saturday 3-17-2018. Make sure to visit www.SullivanAuctioneers.com for more information and bid online with Proxibid.

It is a time of change at RKO.Val Lewton's horror movie unit is being widely imitated by Hollywood at large, all hoping to attract the kinds of audiences flocking to Lewton's modern brand of horror. But Lewton himself is facing an insurmountable problem: how to create RKO's first "Monster Rally".The answer will come from the most unlikely of places: the Lewton family's private collection of letters...At the same time, RKO boss Charles Koerner is demanding an interim movie, a horror set upon the seas to be called 'The Ghost Ship'. In order to bring it to life, Lewton will have to circumvent the attentions of an uncompromising new supervisor, as well as survive the eccentric excesses of his new technical advisor...Meanwhile, at the Pasadena Playhouse, two writers have just staged an original play that will have a devastating effect on Lewton's career...To become a Co-Producer of The Secret History of Hollywood go to www.patreon.com/attaboysecret

S2Ep02 - [51 STATES/51DAYS] SHERRODSVILLE, OHIO - Bailey Lewton - Bailey is an artist and sculptor . I stayed with him and his family on their 100-head alpaca farm.WARNING: EXPLICIT CONTENT. LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED.

Val Lewton's wildly ambitious plan for his fourth film, 'The Seventh Victim', is to create a New York fairytale; a fractured picture of his beloved Greenwich Village distorted by underlying evil and populated by an eclectic assortment of bruised characters.But in order to find the right story, Lewton will have to send his writer, DeWitt Bodeen, into uncharted, and somewhat Satanic territory...Featuring Mark GatissTo become a Co-Producer of The Secret History of Hollywood go to www.patreon.com/attaboysecret

A Blast from the Past. Pete and Matt debate the merits of the 1942 Val Lewton film, "Cat People." Matt is a big fan of the Lewton film, but Pete isn't quite so sure. Tune in to hear these two battle it out. Curiosity killed the cat you know!

'The Leopard Man', Val Lewton's third horror film for RKO Studios, is to be an adaptation of Cornell Woolrich's shocking murder mystery novel, Black Alibi. But in Lewton's hands, the project has become an opportunity to not only express his dark creativity and to tap into the childhood fears of its director, Jacques Tourneur, but to introduce the serial killer into American cinema.But Lewton's team has more at stake than a simple movie.Should the film become a success, then the creative partnership at the helm of their endeavours be broken apart.And should that happen, Val Lewton will be forced to make a terrible choice...WARNING: This episode may contain stories that some listeners find upsetting or disturbing.Val Lewton's wildly ambitious plan for his fourth film, 'The Seventh Victim', is to create a New York fairytale; a fractured picture of his beloved Greenwich Village distorted by underlying evil and populated by an eclectic assortment of bruised characters.But in order to find the right story, Lewton will have to send his writer, DeWitt Bodeen, into uncharted, and somewhat Satanic territory...Featuring Mark GatissTo become a Co-Producer of The Secret History of Hollywood go to www.patreon.com/attaboysecret

Following the success of 'Cat People', Val Lewton has been assigned to create a film entitled 'I Walked With A Zombie'. RKO's B-movie boss, Lew Ostrow, is insistent that the film should follow the formula being employed by the horror department at Universal Pictures, but Lewton's plans for the film are far more ambitious...Featuring Mark Gatiss'The Leopard Man', Val Lewton's third horror film for RKO Studios, is to be an adaptation of Cornell Woolrich's shocking murder mystery novel, Black Alibi. But in Lewton's hands, the project has become an opportunity to not only express his dark creativity and to tap into the childhood fears of its director, Jacques Tourneur, but to introduce the serial killer into American cinema.But Lewton's team has more at stake than a simple movie.Should the film become a success, then the creative partnership at the helm of their endeavours be broken apart.And should that happen, Val Lewton will be forced to make a terrible choice...WARNING: This episode may contain stories that some listeners find upsetting or disturbing.Val Lewton's wildly ambitious plan for his fourth film, 'The Seventh Victim', is to create a New York fairytale; a fractured picture of his beloved Greenwich Village distorted by underlying evil and populated by an eclectic assortment of bruised characters.But in order to find the right story, Lewton will have to send his writer, DeWitt Bodeen, into uncharted, and somewhat Satanic territory...Featuring Mark GatissTo become a Co-Producer of The Secret History of Hollywood go to www.patreon.com/attaboysecret

What is behind that door? It's maybe the key question at the root of all horror. What is behind that door, what is in that shadow, what was that noise? It's a fact that RKO producer Val Lewton exploited better than anyone and one that Robert Wise, who was mentored by Lewton, used as the backbone of his 1963 psychological ghost story classic The Haunting. For the season 2 premiere of Tracks of the Damned, the horror film commentary track podcast, Patrick is joined by author Christopher Olson (Possessed Women, Haunted States: Cultural Tensions in Exorcism Cinema) as they both watch The Haunting and wonder: Is there really a ghost here? Is there really a house? How did Wise and screenwriter Nelson Gidding go about adapting Shirley Jackson's classic horror novel? Is there a scientific rational way to measure hauntings?   We also talk about the lessons we wish modern horror films would take from The Haunting and other atmospheric black-and-white psychological horror films of the 60's. Good stuff!   0:00 - 5:36 - Intro 5:37 - 2:02:15 - Commentary 2:02:16 - 2:24:34 - Questions 2:24:25 - 2:26:13 - Outro

Val Lewton has been hired by RKO Studios to oversee the creation of their new horror division. However, the job has come with a set of curious conditions...Having had the name of his first movie, 'Cat People' decided for him in advance, Lewton must assemble a story that fits the title. But perhaps the solution to the problem lies in an almost forgotten story from Lewton's past.As well as adhering to RKO's peculiar directives, Lewton must also contend with the demands of his new boss, Lew Ostrow, who is expecting an altogether different type of horror movie...Featuring Mark GatissFollowing the success of 'Cat People', Val Lewton has been assigned to create a film entitled 'I Walked With A Zombie'. RKO's B-movie boss, Lew Ostrow, is insistent that the film should follow the formula being employed by the horror department at Universal Pictures, but Lewton's plans for the film are far more ambitious...Featuring Mark Gatiss'The Leopard Man', Val Lewton's third horror film for RKO Studios, is to be an adaptation of Cornell Woolrich's shocking murder mystery novel, Black Alibi. But in Lewton's hands, the project has become an opportunity to not only express his dark creativity and to tap into the childhood fears of its director, Jacques Tourneur, but to introduce the serial killer into American cinema.But Lewton's team has more at stake than a simple movie.Should the film become a success, then the creative partnership at the helm of their endeavours be broken apart.And should that happen, Val Lewton will be forced to make a terrible choice...WARNING: This episode may contain stories that some listeners find upsetting or disturbing.Val Lewton's wildly ambitious plan for his fourth film, 'The Seventh Victim', is to create a New York fairytale; a fractured picture of his beloved Greenwich Village distorted by underlying evil and populated by an eclectic assortment of bruised characters.But in order to find the right story, Lewton will have to send his writer, DeWitt Bodeen, into uncharted, and somewhat Satanic territory...Featuring Mark GatissTo become a Co-Producer of The Secret History of Hollywood go to www.patreon.com/attaboysecret

Once upon a time, horror cinema was changed forever by the fiercely inventive imagination of a remarkable man...In Part One of 'Shadows: The Val Lewton Story', hear the curious beginnings of a cinematic legend, whose uniquely terrifying creations were influenced by the dark brand of folklore upon which he was raised...Featuring Mark GatissVal Lewton has been hired by RKO Studios to oversee the creation of their new horror division. However, the job has come with a set of curious conditions...Having had the name of his first movie, 'Cat People' decided for him in advance, Lewton must assemble a story that fits the title. But perhaps the solution to the problem lies in an almost forgotten story from Lewton's past.As well as adhering to RKO's peculiar directives, Lewton must also contend with the demands of his new boss, Lew Ostrow, who is expecting an altogether different type of horror movie...Featuring Mark GatissFollowing the success of 'Cat People', Val Lewton has been assigned to create a film entitled 'I Walked With A Zombie'. RKO's B-movie boss, Lew Ostrow, is insistent that the film should follow the formula being employed by the horror department at Universal Pictures, but Lewton's plans for the film are far more ambitious...Featuring Mark Gatiss'The Leopard Man', Val Lewton's third horror film for RKO Studios, is to be an adaptation of Cornell Woolrich's shocking murder mystery novel, Black Alibi. But in Lewton's hands, the project has become an opportunity to not only express his dark creativity and to tap into the childhood fears of its director, Jacques Tourneur, but to introduce the serial killer into American cinema.But Lewton's team has more at stake than a simple movie.Should the film become a success, then the creative partnership at the helm of their endeavours be broken apart.And should that happen, Val Lewton will be forced to make a terrible choice...WARNING: This episode may contain stories that some listeners find upsetting or disturbing.Val Lewton's wildly ambitious plan for his fourth film, 'The Seventh Victim', is to create a New York fairytale; a fractured picture of his beloved Greenwich Village distorted by underlying evil and populated by an eclectic assortment of bruised characters.But in order to find the right story, Lewton will have to send his writer, DeWitt Bodeen, into uncharted, and somewhat Satanic territory...Featuring Mark GatissTo become a Co-Producer of The Secret History of Hollywood go to www.patreon.com/attaboysecret

In a podcast first, the podcast...repeats itself. But in a thematic way! To celebrate the end of Shocktober alongside Halloween, Peter returns to five different conversations exploring the horror genre in some way. First, Michael Koresky talks about the fear-inducing but plainly stylized The Seventh Victim, which turns classical continuity into a source of horror. Then, Kim Morgan explores trauma in the highly underrated rape drama Something Wild with Carroll Baker. Then it's back to Classical Hollywood with Farran Nehme-Smith's choice of Three Strangers, a supernatural film noir where a promise from a Chinese goddess only leads to doom for Geraldine Fitzgerald, Sydney Greetstreet, and poor Peter Lorre. Then the line between horror, comedy, documentary, and general "WTF" is truly bent with Matt Singer's choice of The Buried Secret of M. Night Shaymalan, which (inadvertently?) explores the limits and literalism of auteurism. Finally, we go to the purest horror film of all time with Angela Catalano's choice of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, a film that knows no boundaries when it comes to showing unadulterated malice. It's time to revisit our most frightening conversations! 0:00-3:52 Opening 5:16-19:03 The Seventh Victim with Michael Koresky 20:45-34:50 Something Wild with Kim Morgan 36:48-55:08 Three Strangers with Farran Nehme-Smith 56:11-59:13 Sponsorship Section 1:00:59-1:20:45 The Buried Secret of M. Night Shaymalan with Matt Singer 1:21:52-1:38:48 The Texas Chain Saw Massacre with Angela Catalano 1:38:53-1:40:48 Close

Charles is an internationally known artist and master goldsmith, an author of 7 books and numerous magazine articles, owner of his own publishing company, BrainPress, College teacher and head of the Jewelry Metals Program at Alberta College of Art and Design, a co-founder of the Ganoskin Project which since 1987 has grown to be the largest educational website in the world for jewelers, and the innovative inventor of the fold forming technique.  His education started with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, then a Master of Fine Arts from SUNY of New Paltz, NY then he continued his education in Europe, Germany and Great Britain.  What We Talked About Charles is currently teaching at an Art College and he tells his students to think of different ways a project can be re-used to aid in being efficient. He still writes for a variety of publications, currently the Sante Fe Symposium Conference has asked him to write a chapter in their annual book they publish. Charles talks about the time he spent in a German art school, which is where he came up with the fold forming technique. Many revered jewelers also attended this same school such as Alan Revere, Charon Kransen, and Harold O’Conner. The first exposure of Charles demonstrating the fold forming technique was in 1985 at the SNAG (Society of North American Goldsmiths) conference in Toronto, Canada. The first exposure that blacksmiths had to fold forming was when Charles demonstrated at the 1987 ABANA Conference in Alfred, NY. Tom Joyce was assisting Charles with fold forming steel on the power hammer. His roommate at this 1987 conference was Daryl Meier, who was a skilled bladesmith that was well known in the bladesmith world, the jewelry world and the blacksmith world. They both noticed that in the blacksmith world there was no hierarchy of skilled to beginner, everyone would talk to everyone. Charles recommends artists schedule an hour a week of playtime in the shop with no particular goal in mind, from this ideas are born. Pay attention to your mistakes instead of rejecting them, he says “If you make the same mistake three times, it’s a technique”.   Guest Links His website - http://www.brainpress.com/ The Ganoskin Project website - http://www.ganoksin.com/  A Big Thank You to today’s sponsor – ABANA 2016 Conference If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would support the show by: telling your friends. sharing this episode using the social sharing buttons below. subscribing to the show and leaving a rating and review in iTunes.  Not sure how?  Just follow these simple steps here or watch the short video tutorial, http://youtu.be/rq4OCyRGjHc?list=UUH3MfNZLXlKgionAs6kMT_Q subscribing to the show in Stitcher, http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=54499&refid=stpr Thanks so much for your support!

It would probably take days to count the number of film publications that launched in the early years of the current millennium, but Reverse Shot, which Michael Koresky co-founded, has been a cornerstone of intelligent and dynamic film writing for over a decade now. Peter sits down with Michael to chart out the publication's origins, the voice the site created, Michael's own work with the Criterion Collection, and his upcoming book on British director Terrence Davies. Finally, the two examine the nothing-else-like-it horror film, The Seventh Victim, a Val Lewton produced existential drama that manages to bring chills down both their spines with one little phrase: "death is good."   0:00-1:36 Opening2:24-8:40 Establishing Shots - BAMCinemafest (Ellie Lumme and Something, Anything)9:25-54:02 Deep Focus - Michael Koresky56:48-1:11:49 Double Exposure - The Seventh Victim (Mark Robson)1:11:53-1:13:32 Close

A Very Special Halloween Episode! The writer-producer Val Lewton produced and ghost-wrote 11 films in just three years as head of the horror unit at RKO, many of which — Cat People, I Walked With A Zombie, The Curse of the Cat People, The Body Snatcher — were huge hits, helping to keep the troubled studio afloat in the early 1940s, and becoming influential genre film classics. Lewton died super young, but he crammed an enormous amount of life into his 46 years. Before establishing his unique style of horror at RKO, he was a publicist and a terrible journalist; he published at least a dozen books (including at least two porno novels, one of which he was very proud of), and through his career-making apprenticeship with David O. Selznick, collaborated with Orson Welles, Alfred Hitchcock, and countless other classical Hollywood luminaries. Today — which would have been Lewton’s 110th birthday, if not for his untimely death in 1951 — we take a look back at his life and career, break down his groundbreaking aesthetic, and ask and answer an incredibly reductive question: did Hollywood kill Val Lewton? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices