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Front Row Classics is taking a look at the only Best Picture winning film from Alfred Hitchcock's canon. Brandon is joined by Peter Martin to discuss 1940's Rebecca. The film remains a favorite due to its gothic atmosphere and stellar performances. Brandon and Peter discuss the similarities and differences from Daphne du Maurier's novel along with the battle of wills between Hitchcock and producer David O. Selznick. The two also praise the performances of Laurence Olivier, Joan Fontaine and Judith Anderson.

In this episode of the Fully-Booked literary podcast, we're back in the room with Meaghan, Shirin, and Arthur, though Arthur gets plenty of playful shade right out of the gate. The energy is chaotic in the best way, and we all seem to embrace it.This time around, we're not doing a structured game or typical author discussion. Instead, we've decided to have a casual roundtable where we toss out book recommendations based on popular titles.Think of it as a “if you liked this, try this” style chat, the kind of stuff you might scroll through on BookTok, but with more tangents, more laughs, and a whole lot more coffee shop banter.So, yes, it's a podcast version of one of those aesthetic recommendation reels, but longer and full of personality. We're hoping it helps listeners find their next favorite read, whether they're winding down for bed or commuting with earbuds in. Along the way, we make plenty of jokes, toss in personal stories, and keep things as relatable as ever.Cozy Fantasy And Twisty YA PicksMeaghan kicks things off with Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree. It's a standout in cozy fantasy, a genre that's all about lower stakes and high charm. This one's about a retired assassin who just wants to run a coffee shop. We love it because it's charming without the constant doom that high fantasy sometimes leans into. If you're tired of watching your favorite characters die dramatically, this is your safe space.From there, we get three recommendations to follow that cozy vibe:This Will Be Fun by E.B. Asher offers more of an epic twist, following four heroes who reunite years after saving the world to stop another evil. It's got humor, sarcasm, and a nostalgic team-up energy.Forged by Magic by Jenna Wolfhart includes orcs, elves, and romance, much like Legends and Lattes, but kicks the fantasy world-building up a notch.Dreadful by Caitlin Rosakus is quirky and a bit chaotic. A man wakes up in an evil wizard's lair and slowly realizes… he's the wizard. It's got dark magic with a comedic undertone that keeps things from getting too heavy.Next, Shirin brings up We Were Liars by E. Lockhart, a twisty, emotional YA mystery that clearly divides readers. Some of us saw the ending a mile away. Others (hi, Shirin) were shocked. Either way, it sparks strong reactions. From there, the recommended reads are:One of Us is Lying by Karen McManus, a classic high school murder mystery.A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson, which begins as a school project but morphs into a full-on whodunit.Both offer those unreliable narrators and layers of secrets that make for great binge reads (and binge-worthy shows, too).Sci-Fi Sarcasm and Robots with FeelingsArthur (yes, we're letting him talk now) shifts us into sci-fi territory. He spotlights The Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells, which is being adapted into a TV show. The series centers around a sarcastic AI bot who's pretending not to be sentient while dealing with messy human feelings. It's funny, sharp, and dives into questions about identity and autonomy.The companion picks for Murderbot are:Neuromancer by William Gibson, the cyberpunk classic full of noir and hacking vibes.Autonomous by Annalee Newitz, a gritty, emotional dive into freedom and biotech ethics.Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie features a starship AI stuck in a single human body, trying to cope and also seek revenge.This whole section sparks a thoughtful conversation about how sci-fi is evolving to focus more on questions of self, ethics, and AI rights, especially as real-world conversations about artificial intelligence ramp up.From Gothic to Gruesome: Creepy Houses and Haunting PastsMeaghan circles back with another strong pick: Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier. This gothic classic inspires a group of haunting and eerie recommendations:The September House by Carissa Orlando, where every September, the house goes full horror mode with blood on the walls and something lurking in the basement.The Only One Left by Riley Sager, another gothic mystery involving a secluded cliffside mansion and a historical murder case.We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson delivers that same psychological tension and sense of dread found in Rebecca.We also detour briefly into House of Leaves territory, a book so bizarre in structure it's basically unreadable in audiobook form. Everyone agrees it's an experience, not just a novel.Court of Thorns, Shadow Daddies, and Fae RomanceThen we dive into a big one: A Court of Thorns and Roses (or ACOTAR, because who has time for long titles) by Sarah J. Maas. This fantasy romance gets a lot of love and some side-eye, depending on who you ask. It starts like Beauty and the Beast but quickly turns into something much more plot-heavy and twisty.Meaghan recommends:Quicksilver by Callie Hart, where the heroine gets dragged into the fae realm after trying to save her family. It's rich in world-building and dramatic romantic tension.Kingdom of the Wicked by Kerri Maniscalco, a witchy, demon-summoning fantasy with Italian vibes, mouthwatering food descriptions, and yes—another shadowy love interest.We joke a lot about the term shadow daddy, which is hilarious and weirdly accurate for some of these characters. The group shares a good laugh about imagining their dads lurking in shadows. Totally normal podcast behavior...One-Person Sci-Fi Adventures (and Existential Crisis Fuel)Back in sci-fi land, Arthur brings us to Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir, which is getting a film adaptation with Ryan Gosling. The book features a lone scientist in space trying to save Earth, accompanied only by an alien rock creature named Rocky. The humor and heart between the human and the alien make it surprisingly emotional.The suggested read-alikes:The Martian, also by Weir. Obviously.Beacon 23 by Hugh Howey has that isolated, losing-your-sanity-in-space vibe.Rendezvous with Rama by Arthur C. Clarke, a classic of alien exploration and big questions.We get into the emotional toll of reading too much sci-fi. Some of us find it uplifting and full of imagination. Others (Shirin) find it deeply depressing. Fair enough.Vampires, Book Clubs, and Dark HumorShirin wraps things up with The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix. It's part horror, part comedy, and all about strong women who take matters into their own hands. Think housewives turned vampire hunters. The book doesn't shy away from gruesome details, especially involving rats and face tentacles. But it's also heartfelt and hilarious.Similar reads include:The Honeys by Ryan La Sala, a genre-bending YA horror story about identity, loss, and hive-mind weirdness.So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison, another vampire tale that's more about the women fighting their way through chaos than the monsters themselves.We end with another surprise: Arthur picks something non-sci-fi for once. Catabasis by R.F. Kuang gets mentioned as a dark academia fantasy with two rival scholars traveling to hell. Yep. Hell. To save a professor. Talk about dedication.Recommendations here include:The Atlas Six by Olivie BlakeThe Secret History by Donna TarttIf We Were Villains by M.L. RioThey all explore dark magic, academic rivalries, and blurred lines between performance and reality. By the end, our TBR piles are towering, and we're all a little overwhelmed in the best way.Wrapping UpWe went through a ton of books in this episode: cozy fantasies, murder mysteries, sci-fi sagas, dark academia, and good old-fashioned horror. Some are funny. Some are terrifying. Some make you question your life choices. And some just make you feel seen as a reader who wants something a little different.We hope at least one of these picks piqued your interest or gave you something new to add to your list. And if your TBR just grew five feet taller, well… same. Until next time, keep on reading. We'll be here, figuring out how to read all of these before next week.

Send us a textWelcome to Celebrate Poe - Episode 372 - Dracula and DoublesBefore we go any further, I want to give you a basic definition of a double in literature or movies - first using some fairly recent examples.Now a "double" refers to a character or figure that acts as a duplicate or counterpart to another, often embodying opposing traits or hidden aspects of the original character's personality. This motif explores duality, fragmented identity, and moral conflict, serving as a reflection of the protagonist's inner struggles or desires. Doubles can represent repressed qualities (e.g., evil impulses), moral opposites, or even societal anxieties, creating tension and conflict that drives the narrative.Toni Morrison's Beloved (1987)In this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, the ghostly figure of Beloved acts as a double for Sethe's guilt and trauma over her past actions. The motif highlights themes of memory, motherhood, and the haunting effects of slavery..Daphne du Maurier's Rebecca (1938)While not a modern work in publication date, its influence persists in contemporary Gothic fiction. The unseen presence of Rebecca acts as a psychological double for the narrator, embodying her insecurities and fears about her identity in relation to her husband's first wife.These two modern examples demonstrate how the double motif remains a powerful literary tool for exploring complex psychological and social issues while maintaining its Gothic roots in creating tension and unease.Listen to this episode to hear a theory regarding how the theme of "the double" is used in Bram Stokers Dracula!Thank you for experiencing Celebrate Poe.

This week we discuss Hitchcock's 1963 thriller about birds attacking humans.***SPOILER ALERT*** We do talk about this movie in its entirety, so if you plan on watching it, we suggest you watch it before listening to our takes.A Universal Picture. Released March 28, 1963. Produced and directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Screenplay by Evan Hunter based on the short story by Daphne du Maurier. Starring Tippi Hedren, Rod Taylor, Jessica Tandy, Veronica Cartwright, and Suzanne Pleshette. Cinematography by Robert Burks. Edited by George Tomasini.Ranking: 12 out of 52. Ranking movies is a reductive parlor game. It's also fun. And it's a good way to frame a discussion. We aggregated over 70 ranked lists from critics, fans, and magazines The Birds got 2,479 ranking points.

Néo « L'île de l'orgueil » (Albin Michel)1er roman des "7 péchés capitaux" Après avoir parcouru le globe et végété 10 ans dans une prison asiatique, Antoine Roquenaud est, à 47 ans, un écrivain raté.Alors qu'il est réduit à s'acheter une tente pour dormir dans la rue, de mystérieux personnages lui font une proposition inattendue : prendre la place de Marc Haubergier, un romancier célèbre dont chaque nouveau livre est affublé de l'insupportable bande « Toujours numéro 1 des ventes ! »Ses interlocuteurs l'installent dans un appartement, renflouent son compte en banque, lui achètent un ordinateur, et surtout lui apprennent à se glisser dans la peau de ce Marc Haubergier dont on ne connaît ni le visage ni la vie. Enfin prêt, il rejoint une île bretonne hantée par le fantôme d'un enfant mort noyé, et sur laquelle vivent l'épouse de l'écrivain et leur majordome. Et si ce dernier était autre chose qu'un simple majordome ? Et si cette femme, dont il découvre qu'elle est aveugle, était en train de retomber amoureuse de celui qu'elle croit être son mari ? Et si Antoine Roquenaud se piquait soudain d'écrire réellement un livre, qu'il signait Marc Haubergier ?Qui manipule qui ?Le roman peut commencer. Hitchcock et Daphné du Maurier ne sont pas loin…Musique : Werther de Massenet « Pourquoi me réveiller » chanté par Georges ThillHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Here we present the audio from our third book club meeting discussing the book Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier

In this episode, Shruti and Neha discuss the Gothic masterpiece Rebecca, by Daphne du Maurier. We talk about the main characters and what they might represent, and the way the book plays with ideas of identity and relationships. We also discuss the themes of memory, innocence and maturity, gender roles and sexuality, the symbolism of flowers, and so much more!*This episode contains serious spoilers!Links:The Secret History by Donna Tartt: aesthetics and paranoia (Spotify | Apple Podcasts)The Secret History, Dark Academia, and Academic Elitism [The Novel Tea Newsletter]Books Mentioned & Shelf DiscoveryJane Eyre by Charlotte BrontëWide Sargasso Sea by Jean RhysGone Girl by Gillian FlynnThe Secret History by Donna TarttMy Cousin Rachel by Daphne du MaurierIf you would like to get additional behind-the-scenes content related to this and all of our episodes, subscribe to our free newsletter.We love to hear from listeners about the books we discuss - you can connect with us on Instagram or by emailing us at thenovelteapod@gmail.com.This episode description contains links to Bookshop.org, a website that supports independent bookstores. If you use these links we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Look up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's… several thousand birds! We are pecking apart Alfred Hitchcock's 1963 film The Birds! We talk horror elements, formal techniques, why Hitchcock is a jerk, fashion, theories, & more!    I Love This You Should Too is hosted by Samantha and Indy Randhawa   The Birds is a 1963 American natural horror-thriller film produced and directed by Alfred Hitchcock, released by Universal Pictures and starring Jessica Tandy, Rod Taylor, Suzanne Pleshette, and introducing Tippi Hedren in her film debut. Loosely based on the 1952 short story of the same name by Daphne du Maurier, it focuses on a series of sudden and unexplained violent bird attacks on the people of Bodega Bay, California, over the course of a few days. The screenplay is by Evan Hunter, who was told by Hitchcock to develop new characters and a more elaborate plot while keeping du Maurier's title and concept of unexplained bird attacks.

Indy recommends the underappreciated coming of age series Freaks and Geeks, Samantha reads the novel Back in the Burbs by Avery Flynn and Tracy Wolff. Finally, we get ready for some Hitchcock as we preview The Birds!   I Love This You Should Too is hosted by Samantha and Indy Randhawa Freaks and Geeks is an American teen comedy-drama television series created by Paul Feig and executive-produced by Judd Apatow that aired on NBC during the 1999–2000 television season. The show is set in a suburban high school near Detroit during 1980–81. The theme of Freaks and Geeks reflects "the sad, hilarious unfairness of teen life". With little success when it first aired, because of an erratic episode schedule and conflicts between the creators and NBC, the series was canceled after airing 12 out of the 18 episodes. The series became a cult classic, and Apatow continued the show's legacy by incorporating the actors in future productions. The Birds is a 1963 American natural horror-thriller film produced and directed by Alfred Hitchcock, released by Universal Pictures and starring Jessica Tandy, Rod Taylor, Suzanne Pleshette, and introducing Tippi Hedren in her film debut. Loosely based on the 1952 short story of the same name by Daphne du Maurier, it focuses on a series of sudden and unexplained violent bird attacks on the people of Bodega Bay, California, over the course of a few days. The screenplay is by Evan Hunter, who was told by Hitchcock to develop new characters and a more elaborate plot while keeping du Maurier's title and concept of unexplained bird attacks.

In this episode, I invite you to experience the chilling tale of "The Birds," a haunting story originally written by Daphne du Maurier. Set against the stark backdrop of a farmhouse on the southern coast of England, the narrative unfolds during the ominous transition from autumn to winter, where the environment seems charged with an unsettling energy. As I share the tale, I'll explore the deep themes of fear, survival, and the often-overlooked connection between humans and nature.As winter's chill descends, I set the scene—crisp air, a crackling fire, and the absence of the cheerful songs of birds that once filled the landscape. The protagonist, Nat, reflects on his farm life and the peculiar behavior of the birds in autumn, which stir a sense of unease in him. There's a hint of foreboding as we delve into conversations about the restlessness of the birds—a phenomenon that hints at something darker on the horizon.The tension escalates with the sudden change in the weather, setting off a catastrophic chain of events. After a peaceful day on the farm, night brings chaos as birds begin to attack unprovoked. I paint a vivid picture of Nat's desperate fight against these feathered foes—a visceral clash where terrified family members scramble for safety, each moment charged with primal fear. Imagery of bloody conflict and the grotesque detail of bird bodies littering the floor combine to create a scene that's equally horrifying and captivating.Throughout the narration, the audience will sense Nat's increasing paranoia and isolation as he confronts not only the physical assault from the birds but also the skepticism of those around him. The dynamics within his family unfold, revealing emotional strain and a longing for connection amidst fear. I delve deep into Nat's psyche, his struggle to protect his loved ones while grappling with his own fears and doubts.The onslaught intensifies as the birds gather in numbers, creating a palpable sense of dread. As I lead listeners through these harrowing moments, you'll feel the weight of existential questions—what drives nature to turn against humanity, and what does this signify about our place in the world? With each desperate attempt to secure their home against the relentless attack, the tension escalates until it reaches a chilling climax.In a poignant conclusion, I reflect on the frailty of human existence in the face of nature's relentless forces. As the birds' motives remain shrouded in mystery, listeners are left grappling with the implications of the narrative—the fragility of safety, the unpredictability of the natural world, and the haunting isolation that ensues in crises. It's a story designed not only to thrill but also to provoke thought about our relationship with nature and the dark corners of the human experience.Join me as we explore this riveting adaptation of "The Birds," a tale that compels us to question not just our fears but also the very fabric of our reality.

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327 - You can NOT guess this ending! Tuck in as Daphne du Maurier's peaceful rhythm and tone mesmerize you along to the most twisted of twisted endings. (No choice but to listen all over again!)

In this week's episode, Kayla and Taylor discuss Daphne Du Maurier's 1938 novel Rebecca. Topics include important plant updates, Kayla's frustrating pre-pod antics, Flow, the transatlantic accent, the writing prowess of Daphne du Maurier, murder, unhinged Mrs. Danvers, the unbelievable tension in many scenes, the looming figure of Rebecca (who we don't actually hate!), the surprising complexity of Maxim, and how guilty we feel about rooting for these crazy kids. Plus, we talk about Kayla's Oscars opinions, and sing the praises of Bob's Burgers.This week's drink: Winter Gin & Tonic with Elderflower & Sloe by littlesugarsnaps.comINGREDIENTS:40ml (1 part) Gin10ml (¼ part) Sloe Gin10ml (¼ part) Elderflower Liqueur10ml (¼ part) Campari50ml (1 ¼ part) Tonic Water3 drops Orange bittersINSTRUCTIONS:Put all the alcohol and the orange bitters into a cocktail shaker with a few ice cubes and shake for 20 secondsFill a tumbler with ice and strain the alcohol into the glassTop with tonic waterGarnish with a spiral of orange peel and a blackberry (optional)Serve immediatelyCurrent/recommended reads, links, etc.:Follow us on Instagram @literatureandlibationspod.Visit our website: literatureandlibationspod.com to submit feedback, questions, or your own takes on what we are reading. You can also see what we are reading for future episodes! You can email us at literatureandlibationspod@gmail.com.Please leave us a review and/or rating! It really helps others find our podcast…and it makes us happy!Purchase books via bookshop.org or check them out from your local public library. Join us next time as we read The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain.

You are invited back into the Talking Hitchcock screening room! Join creator and host, Hitchcock enthusiast Rebecca McCallum with special guest –actor, director and Hitchcock enthusiast-Christopher Diehl who last year put on awonderful Hitchcock Theatre Festival. In this interview, we focus on staging The Birds as amongst other things we cover what attracted Hitchcock to du Maurier's work, the challenges of adapting The Birds, costume, sound, score and the importance and the power of theatre. After our conversation, I'll be back to answer some questions which were kindly sent by listeners, as is the Talking Hitchcock tradition, to mark the closing out ofSeason 2. Thank you to everyone who has supported the podcast in its second season, I hope you have enjoyed coming along on the Hitchcockian adventure with me and I look forwardto bringing you more discussions in Season 3.Support Talking Hitchcock by making a donation to my Ko-Fi page: Buy Rebecca McCallum a Coffee.Find Talking Hitchcock on Blusky and Instagram @talkinghitchpod where you can support the podcast and keep up to date with releases or email me on talkinghitchpod@gmail.comFind Rebecca and her work on Instagram @pendlepumpkinYou can find Christopher Diehl /Chino Community Theatre Company in the following places:Instagram @chinocommunitytheatreOnline  Chino Community Theatre (google.com)Facebook https://www.facebook.com/chinocommunitytheatre Listen to Talking Hitchcock Episodes ReferencedStaging Patrick Hamilton's ROPE–Talking Hitchcock – Apple PodcastsARCHIE-THE MAN WHO BECAME CARY–Talking Hitchcock – Apple PodcastsREAR WINDOW (1954) with Ygraine–Talking Hitchcock – Apple Podcasts Read Rebecca' Article for FANGORIA The Past, The Present And The Perverse: VERTIGO As A Possession FilmReferencesAFI Salute to Alfred Hitchcock https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zn8uRMCENkE&pp=ygUkaGl0Y2hjb2NrIGFmaSBsaWZlIGFjaGlldmVtZW50IGF3YXJkCinema Cinemas -Hitchcock SpecialCinéma Cinémas - Speciale Hitchcock - James Stewart - 1984 - YouTubeWhy Alfred Hitchcock was a "little afraid" of James StewartLawrence J. Quirk's James Stewart: Behind the Scenes ofa Wonderful Life

O tema do luto na literatura de horror psicológico, diálogos entre King e Daphne du Maurier; sobre a crise de criatividade de King nos anos 90 e o fim de seu contrato com a Viking Press.Música de desfecho: Black Brothers - Huembello (Papua Nova Guiné, 1977)

IN DER ZWEIUNDZWANSTIGSTEN EPISODE UNSERES PODCAST`– ANNA ZAMOLSKA – Sie gilt als designierte Nachfolgerin von Anton Bachleitner am Düsseldorfer Marionettentheater. Nach Abschluß des Diplomstudiengangs Literaturübersetzen begann sie zeitnah im Lektorat des Portals Kinder und Jugendmedien tätig zu sein, verfasste einige eindrucksvolle Artikel zur Kinderliteratur und ist zudem bereits seit 10 Jahren im Marionettentheater als Puppenspielerin und der kaufmännischen Theaterverwaltung aktiv. Wir unterhalten uns über Themen wie:Über Ihre Leidenschaft für Kinderbuchliteratur und Oper Übernahme und Übergang der richtige Zeitpunkt? Aufwachsen mit 2 Sprachen Studium in Straßburg Daphne du Maurier und Hitchcock – Rebecca Das Spiel an der Oper Das Puppenspiel und seine Herausforderungen Herzlichen Dank, dass Sie diesen Podcast gehört haben! Haben Sie Vorschläge, Fragen oder gerne auch positives Feedback, schicken Sie uns eine Email an: podcast.destille@vodafonemail.de Wir freuen uns sehr darauf! Wenn Ihnen diese Folge gefallen hat, besuchen Sie uns auf unserer Website https://destille-duesseldorf.podcaster.de/ für regelmäßige Updates. Folge direkt herunterladen

Something Where There Should Be Nothing: Nothing Where There Should Be Something: Daphne du Maurier and Christopher Priest. We discuss the writings of Daphne Du Maurier and Christopher Priest and their adaptations. https://www.patreon.com/LostFuturesPod⁠⁠⁠  Rate⁠⁠ us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lost-futures-a-mark-fisher-podcast/id1685663806⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0EnwNGZijCDZVIl5JtjwGT⁠⁠ Follow⁠⁠⁠ us on Twitter: @lostfuturespod Theme Song By: EvilJekyll Art/animation by: Gregory Cristiani

Noelle's birthday episode AND a Special Session?! Double specialness!! And that's why we thought it was time to talk about every literary inspiration behind Taylor's lyrics. Grab your tea and let's dive into some bookish parallels!

Send us a textI'm feeling Gothic this week. Must be the weather.  In lieu of a new episode, I searched the vault and found this cracker from January 2021, in which Laura Purcell — doyenne of the contemporary British Gothic —  talked me through her Victorian spookshow of mesmerism and haunted silhouettes, The Shape of Darkness.  We also get into the social nightmare of Victorian England – when life was even more gothic than it is now, believe it or not!  Enjoy!  Other books mentioned:  The Residence (2020), by Andrew Pyper The Haunting of Alma Fielding (2020), by Andrew Pyper Shadowland, or Light From the Other Side (1897), by Elizabeth d'Esperance “The Blue Lenses,” in The Breaking Point (1959), by Daphne du Maurier “The Mezzotint”, “A View From A Hill” and “Oh Whistle and I'll Come To You My Lad”, found in The Collected Ghost Stories of M.R. James Support Talking Scared on PatreonCome talk books on Twitter @talkscaredpod, on Instagram, or email direct to talkingscaredpod@gmail.com    Support the show

Jamaica Inn was Alfred Hitchcock's last British movie before going to Hollywood. It's a rare period piece and the first of three adaptations of a Daphne du Maurier book. Set in the wild moorish landscape of 19th Century Cornwall, Maureen O'Hara plays the young heroine with Charles Laughton chewing the scenery as the colorful magistrate. Details: Produced by Erich Pommer, released in 1939. Written by Sidney Gilliat and Joan Harrison. Starring: O'Hara, Laughton, Leslie Banks, Marie Ney, Emlyn Williams. Cinematography by Harry Stradling and Bernard Knowles. Ranking: 36 out of 52. Ranking movies is a reductive parlor game. It's also fun. And it's a good way to frame a discussion. We aggregated over 70 ranking lists from critics, fans, and magazines, and will be going through Alfred Hitchcock's films from “worst” to “best.” Jamaica Inn got 930 ranking points and is in last place.

Jordan spent a year writing an analytical thesis on Daphne du Maurier's Rebecca, which Jordan calls a "psychosexual gothic romance novel" in the introduction of her thesis. She also talks to Avis about the surprising amount of time she spent learning about British estate taxes while studying this novel. Reed community members can read Jordan's thesis, “Daphne du Maurier's Rebecca: The Poetics, Places, and Gender Politics of the Lesbian Gothic” online in the Electronic Theses Archive: https://rdc.reed.edu/i/bb4eb631-dbdc-49fd-b99c-e74e410ba891 Explore more interviews with Reed College alumni on our website: reed.edu/burnyourdraft

Our dark academia adjacent title for this season is one of Sophie's favourite books. ‘Rebecca' by Daphne du Maurier is a masterclass in Gothic suspense and it's something that we've needed to tackle on the podcast for a very long time. On a trip to the South of France, the shy heroine of Rebecca falls in love with Maxim de Winter, a handsome widower. Although his proposal comes as a surprise, she happily agrees to marry him. But as they arrive at her husband's home, Manderley, a change comes over Maxim, and the young bride is filled with dread. Friendless in the isolated mansion, she realises that she barely knows him. In every corner of every room is the phantom of his beautiful first wife, Rebecca, and the new Mrs de Winter walks in her shadow.Not since Jane Eyre has a heroine faced such difficulty with the other woman. An international bestseller that has never gone out of print, Rebecca is the haunting story of a young girl consumed by love and the struggle to find her identity.This is going to be Sarah's first read of this novel and we're so excited to head to Manderley for an adventure into the Gothic - a foundation of dark academia.In this episode we discuss:Villains and sympathising with villainsMaxim's obsession with Mrs De Winter's youth and innocenceWe discuss the power of weather and seasons acting as a character

This week, Spooktober continues with what is widely regarded as one of the most frightening films of all time, as a British master of cinema scares turns his sights to the skies with an eco-horror story that dares to ask... what if birds were jerks? It's 1963's The Birds, directed by Alfred Hitchcock, based on a short story by Daphne du Maurier, and starring Tippi Hedren, Rod Taylor, Jessica Tandy, Suzanne Plechet and a young Veronica Cartwright. Time has not been the kindest to this old girl, as a number of sequences that shocked and frightened audiences back in the day now play as laughably funny a lot of the time. Being a Hitchcock film, there are a handful of transcendently great scenes, but few of them involve dive-bombing birds if we're being honest. I guess you can probably tell we didn't love it. Tune in to hear us justify those feelings! Plus: J Mo's been on a trashy horror kick to get in the Spooky Season mood, and Hayley's got a theatrical field report on the Jason Reitman SNL origin picture Saturday Night. If you'd like to watch the movie before listening us discuss it, The Birds is not currently streaming in Canada at the time of publication, but can likely be rented for free at your nearest public library. Other works discussed in this episode include Scream, Barbarian, Frankie Freako, Psycho Goreman, Hundreds of Beavers, Love and Monsters, Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning: Part One, The Bugs Bunny/Road Runner Movie, Friday the 13th Part III, Freddy vs. Jason, Clue, The Nice Guys, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Tucker and Dale vs. Evil, Breaker High, The Black Phone, They/Them, The Deliverance, The First Purge, The Time Machine (1960), Singin' in the Rain, The Happening, The Last Voyage of the Demeter, The Mummy (1999), Trap, The Lady in the Water, Old, Shaun of the Dead, and The Mist among others. We'll be back next week to wrap up Spooktober with this month's nomination for canon consideration: John Carpenter's The Thing (1982), an absolute Halloween classic with timeless and immaculate creature make-up and practical effects, not to mention an iconic lead performance from the king of cool himself, Kurt Russell. The Thing is not currently streaming in Canada, which really goes to show how much the streaming dream is dead. But you can find it in discount bins at your local retailer I'm sure. Until then, we'll see you at the movies!!

Donate to our October 2024 OVERCOMING THE DARKNESS campaign at https://weirddarkness.com/overcoming. Weird Darkness is narrated by professional full-time voice actor Darren Marlar. No A.I. voices are ever used in the show. IN THIS EPISODE: Few know of the original short story that inspired Alfred Hitchcock's iconic horror film, “The Birds” - but it's that story that I'm sharing with you tonight.SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Birds” by Daphne du Maurier from the book, “Alfred Hitchcock Presents My Favorites In Suspense”:https://amzn.to/3knkjZ3Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.= = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: July 15, 2021CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/TheBirds

It's October, the perfect time of year to settle in with a creepy book. Join Shannon, Brooke, Shan, and Amber as they share some of their most recent unsettling reads. Titles mentioned include: Ramona Emerson, Shutter (Rita Todacheene #1) CJ Leede, Maeve Fly Catriona Ward, The Last House On Needless Street Adam L.G. Nevill, Lost Girl Will Dean, The Chamber Nick Roberts, Mean Spirited Josh Malerman, Incidents Around the House Daphne du Maurier, Jamaica Inn Diana Urban, Under the Surface W R Gorman, We Kept Her In the Cellar Monika Kim, The Eyes Are the Best Part Mercedes Lackey, The Fire Rose (Elemental Masters #0) You can always contact the Book Bistro team by searching @BookBistroPodcast on facebook, or visiting: https://www.facebook.com/BookBistroPodcast/ You can also send an email to: TheBookBistroPodcast@gmail.com For more information on the podcast and the team behind it, please visit: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/book-bistro

Daphne du Maurier (1907-1989) was an English novelist and playwright whose  gothic romance works have been described as “moody and resonant." Many of her novels and short stories have been adapted into films including: Rebecca, Frenchman's Creek, My Cousin Rachel, The Birds, and Don't Look Now. For Further Reading:  Daphne du Maurier  Mistress of menace Daphne du Maurier, 81, Author Of Many Gothic Romances, Dies How Daphne du Maurier became Hitchcock's favourite author  October is the perfect time to delve into all things spooky. So this month, we're talking about the women who give us goosebumps. Some are real-life creators of spine-chilling works of fiction. Others are the subjects of frightening folklore. Either way, these Scream Queens are sure to give you a scare. History classes can get a bad rap, and sometimes for good reason. When we were students, we couldn't help wondering... where were all the ladies at? Why were so many incredible stories missing from the typical curriculum? Enter, Womanica. On this Wonder Media Network podcast we explore the lives of inspiring women in history you may not know about, but definitely should. Every weekday, listeners explore the trials, tragedies, and triumphs of groundbreaking women throughout history who have dramatically shaped the world around us. In each 5 minute episode, we'll dive into the story behind one woman listeners may or may not know–but definitely should. These diverse women from across space and time are grouped into easily accessible and engaging monthly themes like Educators, Villains, Indigenous Storytellers, Activists, and many more. Womanica is hosted by WMN co-founder and award-winning journalist Jenny Kaplan. The bite-sized episodes pack painstakingly researched content into fun, entertaining, and addictive daily adventures. Womanica was created by Liz Kaplan and Jenny Kaplan, executive produced by Jenny Kaplan, and produced by Grace Lynch, Maddy Foley, Brittany Martinez, Edie Allard, Lindsey Kratochwill, Adesuwa Agbonile, Carmen Borca-Carrillo, Taylor Williamson, Sara Schleede, Paloma Moreno Jimenez, Luci Jones, Abbey Delk, Hannah Bottum, Lauren Willams, and Adrien Behn. Special thanks to Shira Atkins. Original theme music composed by Brittany Martinez. Follow Wonder Media Network: Website Instagram Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

fWotD Episode 2692: Frederick Browning Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Tuesday, 17 September 2024 is Frederick Browning.Lieutenant-General Sir Frederick Arthur Montague "Boy" Browning (20 December 1896 – 14 March 1965) was a senior officer of the British Army who has been called the "father of the British airborne forces". He was also an Olympic bobsleigh competitor, and the husband of author Daphne du Maurier.Educated at Eton College and then at the Royal Military College, Sandhurst, Browning was commissioned as a second lieutenant into the Grenadier Guards in 1915. During the First World War, he fought on the Western Front, and was awarded the Distinguished Service Order for conspicuous gallantry during the Battle of Cambrai in November 1917. In September 1918, he became aide de camp to General Sir Henry Rawlinson.During the Second World War, Browning commanded the 1st Airborne Division and I Airborne Corps, and was also the deputy commander of First Allied Airborne Army during Operation Market Garden in September 1944. During the planning for this operation, he was alleged to have said: "I think we might be going a bridge too far." In December 1944 he became chief of staff of Admiral Lord Mountbatten's South East Asia Command. From September 1946 to January 1948, he was Military Secretary of the War Office.In January 1948, Browning became comptroller and treasurer to Princess Elizabeth, Duchess of Edinburgh. After she ascended to the throne to become Queen Elizabeth II in 1952, he became treasurer in the Office of the Duke of Edinburgh. He suffered a severe nervous breakdown in 1957 and retired in 1959. He died at Menabilly, the mansion that inspired his wife's novel Rebecca, on 14 March 1965.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:05 UTC on Tuesday, 17 September 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Frederick Browning on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Brian.

Cette nuit jʹai rêvé que je retournais à Manderley. Cette phrase en voix off ouvre la première œuvre américaine dʹAlfred Hitchcock. Ce film, cʹest Rebecca, sorti en 1940, lʹadaptation de Daphné du Maurier. Le roman, énorme succès de librairie, sort en 1938. Tout de suite, cette histoire qui raconte lʹemprise dʹune morte, Rebecca, sur son entourage et sur son mari, fascine. Car celui-ci, veuf peu éploré, se remarie un an après sa mort. Mais la nouvelle épouse, en tous points différentes, a fort à faire pour effacer le souvenir de la défunte dans la demeure sinistre de Manderley, dans la tête du mari et surtout dans le cœur de la gouvernante, Madame Sanders, une horrible bonne femme qui adulait Rebecca. Alors que la guerre débute en Europe, Alfred Hitchcock et sa famille arrivent à Hollywood, dans le sérail du très puissant producteur David O Selznick. David O Selznick est en train de terminer la superproduction dʹAutant en Emporte le vent et cherche à réitérer le même succès, du moins le même engouement avec un nouveau film. Cʹest pourquoi il va chercher pour lʹadaptation dʹun roman anglais un réalisateur anglais talentueux. Mais la manière de travailler dʹHitchcock et celle de Selznick sont aux antipodes. Les relations entre les deux hommes ne seront pas tout repos. Et puis, la guerre inquiète beaucoup Hitchcock à qui lʹon reproche dʹavoir quitté lʹAngleterre. Mais le film se fait quand même avec Joan Fontaine et Laurence Olivier et plait beaucoup au public. Il gagne lʹOscar du meilleur film en 1940 qui va dans la poche, non pas de Hitchcock mais de Selznick. Pour vous raconter tout ça, nous avons à disposition les merveilleux entretiens entre Alfred Hitchcock et François Truffaut, nous avons le livre référence de Donald Spoto, la Face cachée dʹun génie, et plein dʹautres choses. Dès lors plongeons dans lʹunivers de Rebecca, un classique de lʹhistoire du cinéma. REFERENCES En 1962, Alfred Hitchcock accorde un long entretien à François Truffaut. En 1999, cette conversation est diffusée en 25 épisodes sur France Culture. Dans ce neuvième entretien, on verra ce que les films d'Hitchcock empruntent aux contes de fées. https://www.radiofrance.fr/franceculture/podcasts/les-nuits-de-france-culture/hitchcock-truffaut-9-25-9347365 Donald SPOTO, La face cachée dʹun génie : la vraie vie dʹAlfred Hitchcock, Albin Michel Joan Fontaine on Alfred Hitchcock, Audio Interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcTgOJnWWqA

Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma by Claire Dederer analyzes the artistic and creative life and those who live it in a page-turning conversation about the way we consume art. Dederer joins us to talk about the subjectivity of criticism, the intensity of fandom, ethics in art and more. Sonora Jha's The Laughter is a satirical novel taking on academia, obsession, race and class in with wit and, of course, laughter. Jha joins us to talk about creating her characters, writing an unreliable narrator, her influences and more. Listen in as these authors speak separately with Miwa Messer, host of Poured Over. This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Executive Producer Miwa Messer and mixed by Harry Liang.        New episodes land Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays) here and on your favorite podcast app.    Featured Books (Episode): Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma by Claire Dederer The Name of This Band is R.E.M. by Peter Ames Carlin High Fidelity by Nick Hornby The Laughter by Sonora Jha Vladimir by Julia May Jonas Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov The Remains of The Day by Kazuo Ishiguro The Sense of an Ending by Julian Barnes On Beauty by Zadie Smith The Sea, The Sea by Iris Murdoch Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier

Coucou everyone! We're back - we had a fabulous summer and are ready to share more Europhile episodes with you! :) On this week's episode, we discuss what is considered to be thee original Italian novel, The Decameron (Il Decamerone) by Giovanni Boccaccio. Inspired by the recent debaucherous Netflix show, Kate tells us about why it was trailblazing, why it was controversial and why it eventually was (briefly) banned by the Catholic Church - naughty! For the mini topic, Catherine then tells us about the tragic tale of Amedeo Modigliani and his muse, Jeanne Hébuterne. So please join us this week and enjoy! Main topic sources: Britannica: The Decameron⁠ British Library: Il Decamerone - 'Corrected' by Rome Spark Notes: The Decameron Mini topic sources: The Tragic Story of Jeanne Hébuterne and Modigliani Jeanne Hébuterne wiki Kate's recommendation: Officine Universelle Buly Body Oils⁠⁠⁠ Catherine's recommendation: "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier (1938) Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ :) Cover art and logo by Kate Walker Mixed and edited by Catherine Roehre Theme song by Lumehill Thank you all - ciao! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/europhile/support

Daphne du Maurier was a prolific English writer of novels, plays, and short stories resonant with what she termed "a sense of unreality." In this episode, JF and Phil discuss her great short story "Don't Look Now," which Nicholas Roeg famously adapted to the screen in 1973 in a film starring Donald Sutherland and Julie Christie. Recorded live at Shannon Taggart's Lily Dale Symposium on July 25th, 2024, the discussion takes a number of turns, exploring the ghost as an "image of itself," the phenomenon of "deathishness," the experience of derealization, the human capacity to break time, and grief as a rift in time. Visit the Weirdosphere (http://www.weirdosphere.org) and sign up for JF's upcoming course of lectures and discussions, "Whirl Without End: Fairy Tales and the Weird," starting on September 5th, 2024. Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/weirdstudies). Buy the Weird Studies soundtrack, volumes 1 (https://pierre-yvesmartel.bandcamp.com/album/weird-studies-music-from-the-podcast-vol-1) and 2 (https://pierre-yvesmartel.bandcamp.com/album/weird-studies-music-from-the-podcast-vol-2), on Pierre-Yves Martel's Bandcamp (https://pierre-yvesmartel.bandcamp.com) page. Listen to Meredith Michael and Gabriel Lubell's podcast, Cosmophonia (https://cosmophonia.podbean.com/). Visit the Weird Studies Bookshop (https://bookshop.org/shop/weirdstudies) Find us on Discord (https://discord.com/invite/Jw22CHfGwp) Get the T-shirt design from Cotton Bureau (https://cottonbureau.com/products/can-o-content#/13435958/tee-men-standard-tee-vintage-black-tri-blend-s)! REFERENCES Daphne du Maurier, "Don't Look Now" (https://bookshop.org/a/18799/9780765333629) Nicholas Roeg (dir.), Don't Look Now (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0069995/) Weird Studies, Episode 66 on “Diviner's Time” (https://www.weirdstudies.com/66) Chuck Klosterman, "Tomorrow Rarely Knows” (https://bookshop.org/a/18799/9781416544210) Thomas Mann, Death in Venice (https://bookshop.org/a/18799/9780141181738) Peter Medak (dir.), The Changeling (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080516/) Philip K. Dick, “Schizophrenia and the Book of Changes” (https://bookshop.org/a/18799/9780679747871)

Welcome to Episode 213! BookTuber Shawn Breathes Books joins us to celebrate Jenny Colvin and “I'll Have What You're Reading,” the memorial buddy read we jointly hosted with him the last few months. We also discuss Andrea Robbin Skinner's recent revelation about her mother, Alice Munro, and how it has impacted us as readers. Some other highlights: In #CurrentlyReading, we are each reading another chunkster for Sue Jackson's #BigBookSummer: Emily is cooling off with THE SNOW CHILD by Eowyn Ivey, and Chris is going back in time with MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS by Antonia Fraser. We have a spoiler-free conversation about FELLOWSHIP POINT by Alice Elliot Dark which we both enjoyed. Short stories read since the last episode: “Janus” by Ann Beattie and “In the Gloaming” by Alice Elliott Dark both from the collection THE BEST AMERICAN SHORT STORIES OF THE CENTURY edited by John Updike and Katrina Kenison. “A Blind Man Can See How Much I Love You” by Amy Bloom from the collection A BLIND MAN COULD SEE HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU: STORIES. “Uncle Valentine” by Willa Cather in UNCLE VALENTINE AND OTHER STORIES, edited by Bernice Slote “The Birds” by Daphne du Maurier from the collection THE BIRDS AND OTHER STORIES [This collection was first published in the UK in 1952 with the title, THE APPLE TREE: A SHORT NOVEL AND SEVERAL LONG STORIES] In Biblio Adventures, we recap the great day we had on Long Island, NY We took a ferry from New London, CT, to Orient Point, NY, then drove south to the Barnes and Noble in Bridgehampton to check out their new store layout. Then we headed north to Sag Harbor, where we were delighted by a John Steinbeck and Charley sculpture (“Assistant Editor” by Seward Johnson) and explored Sag Harbor Books. Other stops included Black Cat Books on Shelter Island and the Floyd Memorial Library in Greenport. Check out our vlog of the day on our YouTube channel Emily had a Couch Biblio Adventure, thanks to our listener Kathy who told us about a conversation with Percival Everett, Cord Jefferson, and Jelani Cobb via City Arts & Lectures Chris watched LETTERS TO JULIET, a rom-com inspired by the book of the same name by Eve Friedman and Ceil Jann Friedman. She also went on a quick shopping spree at McNally Jackson Books at Rockefeller Center. A reminder that our third quarter readalong is ENVY, by Sandra Brown. There are a few spots left for our Zoom discussion on Sunday, 9/15, at 7 pm ET. Email us if you'd like to join us. bookcougars at gmail dot com. Thanks for listening, and Happy Reading! https://www.bookcougars.com/blog-1/2024/episode213

Travel back in time to episode 26 to when Armie Hammer wasn't yet a cannibal and JD Vance was still a prick. Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier (1938) vs Hillbilly Elegy by J. D. Vance (2016) 

Kendra Elliot has sold twelve million books, hit the Wall Street Journal top ten bestseller list more than a dozen times, and is a three time winner of the Daphne du Maurier award. She is an International Thriller Writers' finalist and a Romantic Times finalist. She grew up in the lush Pacific Northwest but now spends most of her time on a warm beach wearing flip flops. You can learn more about her at: https://www.kendraelliot.com/ Melinda Leigh is a #1 Amazon Charts and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author and has sold over 14 million books. As a fully recovered banker and a life-long lover of books, she started writing as a way to preserve her sanity while raising her kids. Melinda's debut novel, SHE CAN RUN, was an International Thriller Award finalist. Since then, she has garnered numerous writing accolades, including two RITA® Award nominations and an induction into the NJ Romance Writers Hall of Fame.She lives near the beach with her family and two spoiled rescue dogs. With such a pleasant life, she has no explanation for the sometimes dark and disturbing nature of her imagination. Find out more at: www.melindaleigh.com And for more about our host Lisa Kessler visit http://Lisa-Kessler.com Book Lights - shining a light on good books!  

On today's episode of Stacking Growth, Megan Bowen hosts Max Maurier, VP of Growth Marketing at Trellix, to talk about alignment. The central theme is the evolving necessity for marketing alignment beyond the traditional sales focus, especially emphasizing financial alignment. Max brings a fresh perspective to the table, highlighting the importance of aligning marketing with finance to understand how they measure success, which can often differ from what sales wants. Max shares insights from his extensive career, revealing that true alignment is multifaceted and involves understanding current state models, goals, and definitions before suggesting changes. He emphasizes the critical nature of building a business case rooted in financial metrics to achieve buy-in across various organizational levels. This episode is a must-listen for B2B marketers looking to shift their alignment strategies to include financial goals and overcome common challenges related to data quality and cross-functional collaboration. See the full video and more on our YouTube channel Stay on top of all Refine Labs news and events by subscribing to our newsletter

"Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again."Thus starts the troubled narrative of Daphne du Maurier's 1938 classic novel. Part mystery story, part Gothic romance, Rebecca manipulates features of both genres to impressive effect. It offers readers a haunting depiction of tormented characters in an eerily prescient country mansion. The novel follows our naive narrator as she tries to make sense of married life in the aristocracy, complete with a controlling housekeeper, destructive family secrets and more repressed baggage than you can comfortably carry! Bio & Context @ 4:55, Summary @ 25:15, Review @ 48:30

Step inside the haunting world of "The Birds" as director Chris Diehl joins us with actors Aaron, Emma, and Paige from 7th Street Community Theater's latest spine-tingling production. They take us behind the scenes of this Hitchcock-inspired play, revealing the intricacies of transforming a tale of suspense and survival into a stage thriller. As we chat with Chris, whose passion for character studies shines through, we uncover the secrets to crafting a homage that's sure to captivate Hitchcock enthusiasts. The actors share their personal journeys, delving into the challenges of their roles and the thrill that comes with performing in a story where strangers are bound by crisis.This episode is a celebration of the collaborative heartbeat that keeps theater alive and throbbing with creativity. Discover how a small cast can lead to a deeper, more intimate exploration of the script and characters, fostering an environment where the artistry of playwright Conor McPherson is vividly brought to life. We'll also reflect on the timeless relevance of Daphne du Maurier's storytelling, drawing surprising parallels between the eerie isolation in "The Birds" and our recent collective pandemic experience. Join us for a compelling conversation that not only spotlights the transformative journey from script to stage but also connects the dots between classic narratives like "Vertigo" and the societal issues of today.May 9, 11, 17 @ 8pmMay 19 & 22 @ 2:30pmFind STTS:Steps To The Stage (@stepstothestage) | InstagramFacebookSteps To The Stage (buzzsprout.com)Steps To The Stage - YouTubePlease follow on your favorite podcast platform and we appreciate 5 Star ratings and positive reviews!

Hija de un actor y una actriz, Daphne du Maurier (Londres, 1907 – Fowey, 1989) creció en un ambiente cultural muy activo. En 1936 publicó la novela ·La posada de Jamaica· que fue llevada al cine por Alfred Hitchcock en 1939. Un año antes, en 1938, la escritora había alcanzado gran reconocimiento por la novela Rebeca, de la que en 1940 Hitchcock estrenó la versión cinematográfica con gran éxito, obtuvo el Oscar a Mejor Película. En 1952 publicó un volumen de cuentos que incluía el relato Los pájaros, que el director británico adaptó en 1963. La historia de Los pájaros surge de uno de los relatos de un libro de la escritora inglesa Daphne du Maurier. Al principio, Alfred Hitchcock quiso adaptar esta historia para una de sus entregas de la serie de televisión Alfred Hitchcock Presenta, pero vio el potencial y decidió convertirla en un largometraje. El guion fue de Evan Hunter. Te invito a revivir o conocer el suspense maestro de Los pájaros. A ese momento en que las aves empiezan a atacar a las personas sin motivo aparente y que esta historia no solo no resuelve, sino que deja su final abierto, como si solo fuera el comienzo del fin, y el inicio del dominio de los pájaros sobre los humanos. Audio y sonido: Olga Paraíso, marca registrada Historias para ser Leídas©️®️ La base musical pertenece a Epidemic Sound con licencia Premium autorizada 🛑BIO Olga Paraíso: https://instabio.cc/Hleidas ▶️Canal de YouTube Historias para ser Leídas con nuevo contenido: https://www.youtube.com/c/OlgaParaiso 📢Nuevo canal informativo en Telegram: https://t.me/historiasparaserleidas Canal WhatsApp Historias para ser leídas: ✅https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaCmoVmLtOjEBDYgYc00 🚀❤️ Si esta historia te ha cautivado y deseas unirte a nuestro grupo de taberneros galácticos, tienes la oportunidad de contribuir y apoyar mi trabajo desde tan solo 1,49 euros al mes. Al hacerlo, tendrás acceso exclusivo a todos las historias para nuestros mecenas y podrás disfrutar de todos los episodios sin interrupciones publicitarias. ¡Agradezco enormemente tu apoyo y tu fidelidad!. 🖤Aquí te dejo la página directa para apoyarme: https://www.ivoox.com/support/552842 🚀 Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Welcome to "Friday Night Noir" on Vintage Classic Radio. This Friday, we're excited to present a captivating episode from the "Lux Radio Theatre," featuring a radio adaptation of Daphne du Maurier's thrilling story, "The Birds." Originally broadcast on July 20, 1953, this adaptation brings to life du Maurier's tale of unexplained and violent bird attacks in a small English village, a story that taps into the deep, primal fears of nature turning against humanity. Daphne du Maurier, an English author known for her richly atmospheric work often imbued with a sense of foreboding and horror, originally published "The Birds" in her 1952 collection called "The Apple Tree." The story is best known for its 1963 film adaptation directed by Alfred Hitchcock, a critical and commercial success that deviated from the original setting and plot details but retained the core premise of menacing bird attacks. This film is considered a classic in the horror-thriller genre and remains influential. The radio adaptation itself features a talented cast who bring the chilling tale to life, including Herbert Marshall who leads with a compelling performance. The Lux Radio Theatre was renowned for adapting popular films, novels, and plays, often featuring the original stars, and this episode is a prime example of their engaging, dramatic productions. Following the 1953 radio adaptation, the story's concept continued to inspire further adaptations and reimaginations across various media, including a sequel film "The Birds II: Land's End" in 1994, which unfortunately did not replicate the success of the original. The enduring impact of "The Birds" is also evident in various television shows and literary adaptations that have echoed its themes of nature's revolt against humanity. Join us this Friday to experience a masterful radio adaptation of a story that has thrilled and terrified audiences across generations. Tune in to Vintage Classic Radio for an evening of classic storytelling with "Friday Night Noir."

Open Book explores Daphne du Maurier and the enduring qualities and appeal of her writing

In Episode 163, Sara Hildreth, from @FictionMatters and co-host of the podcast Novel Pairings, returns for her third appearance on our show as our expert for Classics & Retellings 101. Sara guides us through the sometimes intimidating world of timeless reads in an accessible way. She busted some myths about classics and changed my mind about some elements of the classics. And, she has a great approach to find the perfect retelling of your favorite classics for your next read.  This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights Sara explores the definitions of a classic and a modern classic book. We talk about separating the American literature canon from the idea of a classic. Sara talks about being free to define classics on personal terms. The idea of a book being labeled a “future classic.” Now-famous books that went unnoticed initially when they were released. Sara's personal reading motivations. Common issues people have when trying to tackle classic books. Notable quirks of many classics that were first published as serials. Tips and advice for approaching older books. Addressing the pressure surrounding reading or revisiting classics. Examples of nonfiction classics. Legal considerations for all those retellings. The rise of retellings as a trend with today's audience. The difference between retellings and fan fiction. Sara's recommendations for accessible classic literature. A different approach to finding the right retelling for your reading. Please note: Sara mistakenly mentions during the discussion that The Great Gatsbydid not come into popularity until its distribution to soldiers during World War I, when this actually occurred during World War II. Sara's Book Recommendations [49:02] Two OLD Books She Loves — Classics The Custom of the Country by Edith Wharton | Amazon | Bookshop.org [49:43] Passing by Nella Larson | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [53:12] Other Books Mentioned The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton [50:58] The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton [50:59] Roman Fever and Other Stories by Edith Wharton [51:03] The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett [55:44] Two NEW Books She Loves — Retellings Anna K by Jenny Lee | Amazon | Bookshop.org [57:35] The Chosen and the Beautiful by Nghi Vho | Amazon | Bookshop.org [1:00:28] Other Books Mentioned Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy [59:01] Gossip Girl by Cecily von Ziegesar [59:53] Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan [59:58] One Book She DIDN'T Love — Classic Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain | Amazon | Bookshop.org[1:03:25] One NEW RELEASE She's Excited About — Retelling and Classic Pairing The Garden by Claire Beams (April 9, 2024) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [1:05:12] Other Books Mentioned The Illness Lesson by Claire Beams [1:05:37] Little Women by Louisa May Alcott [1:05:41] The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett [1:06:21] Last 5-Star Book Sara Read James by Percival Everett (March 19, 2024) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [1:07:47] Books Mentioned During the Classics Discussion The Bonfire of the Vanities by Tom Wolfe [3:44] Beloved by Toni Morrison [10:46] Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver [12:05] David Copperfield by Charles Dickens [12:19] James by Percival Everett (March 19, 2024) [13:29] Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain [13:34] Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys [13:51] Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë [14:02] The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald [14:45] Frankenstein by Mary Shelley [15:09] Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn [15:20] Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë [24:27] A Model of Christian Charity: A City on a Hill by John Winthrop [26:35] A Vindication of the Rights of Woman by Mary Wollstonecraft [26:47] Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass by Frederick Douglass [26:54] The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank [26:59] A Room of One's Own by Virginia Woolf [27:02] In Cold Blood by Truman Capote [27:14] The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith [29:13] The Time Machine by H. G. Wells [29:20] The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson [29:23] Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier [29:30] The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood [29:36] The Women of Brewster Place by Gloria Naylor [29:45] The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell [30:17] The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman [30:20] The Lottery and Other Stories by Shirley Jackson [30:23] The Minority Report and Other Classic Stories by Philip K. Dick [30:26] Going to Meet the Man: Stories (with Sonny's Blues) by James Baldwin [30:37] Hitting a Straight Lick with a Crooked Stick: Stories from the Harlem Renaissance (with The Gilded Six-Bits) by Zora Neale Hurston [30:42] Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston [30:54] Kindred by Octavia E. Butler [31:00] Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler [31:08] Books Mentioned During the Retellings Discussion Julia by Sandra Newman [33:38] 1984 by George Orwell [33:40] Hamlet by William Shakespeare [34:10] Emma by Jane Austen [34:24] The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare [34:28] The Kind Worth Killing by Peter Swanson [34:45] Strangers on a Train by Patricia Highsmith [34:51] Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson [35:04] And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie [35:08] The Winters by Lisa Gabriele [35:35] The Odyssey by Homer [36:38] The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller [37:00] Circe by Madeline Miller [37:01] Hogarth Shakespeare series by various authors [37:53] Canongate Myth Series by various authors [37:57] The Austen Project series by various authors [38:00] Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld [38:03] Naamah by Sarah Blake [38:56] Anna K by Jenny Li [40:10] Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy [40:20] Tom Lake by Ann Patchett [40:41] Beautiful Little Fools by Jillian Cantor [42:36] Stone Blind by Natalie Haynes [44:14] Marmee by Sarah Miller [44:17] Little Women by Louisa May Alcott [44:22] Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell [44:38] Ruth's Journey: A Novel of Mammy from Margaret Mitchell's Gone with the Wind by Donald McCaig [44:40] Pride by Ibi Zoboi [45:19] Other Links The Atlantic | Italo Calvino's 14 Definitions of What Makes a Classic by Maria Popova (July 7, 2012) Novel Pairings | The Custom of the Country by Edith Wharton (February 27, 2024) About Sara Hildreth Website | Instagram | Facebook  Sara Hildreth is the creator behind FictionMatters, a literary Instagram account, newsletter, and book club focused on putting thought-provoking books into the hands of adventurous readers. She also co-hosts Novel Pairings, a podcast dedicated to making the classics readable, relevant, and fun.

March means awards season in the movie world so here on Movies for Life we're doing a couple episodes in the month of March having to do with the Oscars. For today's episode, we've chosen a couple of our personal favorite movies from the Oscars' history of Best Picture winners! First we discuss Michele's choice, the Best Picture winner of 1940 - Alfred Hitchcock's REBECCA. It's definitely not your typical romance story, and we have a great time breaking down all the wildly interesting characters and salacious plot points in this wonderful adaptation of Daphne du Maurier's novel. Then we move on to another amazing film from another amazing director for Brian's pick, the Best Picture winner of 1960 - Billy Wilder's THE APARTMENT. A movie as equally daring as REBECCA, this one is also emotionally moving while tackling some serious subjects, all of it spearheading by great directing and powerhouse performances from Jack Lemmon, Shirley MacLaine, and Fred MacMurray. Thank you all so much for listening and enjoy the show! Follow us on social media:  Movies for Life podcast: @MovieLifePod Brian Keiper: @Brianwaves42 Michele Eggen: @micheleeggen

Show notes: It's time for our February reading recap! We're sharing 10 books we read in February and our opinions of them, the good and the bad. It was a bit of a weird reading month for us, but we powered through! Also, Patrons, don't forget to tune into our Overflow bonus episode this Friday to hear the rest of our February reviews. Happy listening!   Click here to join us on Patreon for exclusive bonus bookish goodies! Get our monthly overflow, new books episodes, and Life Through Reading episodes, our private Facebook group, and more. Plus, supporting us in this way just shows that you love what we do!   Find the time stamped show notes below with links to all of the fun things we mentioned.   Something Bookish: [02:13] M: If you're in a reading rut, try reading books in a different format. Audiobooks have helped me get my reading mojo back! [02:45] S: I'm sharing a lovely memory of going to the bookstore with all of my boys recently.    Books We Read in February: [05:51] M: Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier [07:54] S: This Could Be Us by Kennedy Ryan [10:14] M: Leaving: A Novel by Roxana Robinson [13:12] S: Five Years From Now by Paige Toon Only Love Can Hurt Like This by Paige Toon [14:59] M: In Bloom by Paul Tremblay [16:17] S: Elsewhere by Gabrielle Zevin [18:10] M: Survive the Night by Riley Sager [19:49] S: The Great Transition by Nick Fuller Googins The Displacements by Bruce Holsinger [22:50] M: If We're Being Honest by Cat Shook [25:06] S: Lucy by the Sea by Elizabeth Strout   [27:40] The Rest of the Books We Read in February   Want our show notes delivered right to your inbox? Join our RTL Substack so that you'll get a link for every single book we mention with no extra work. It's free! Follow RTL on Instagram: @readingthroughlifepod Follow Sarah on Instagram: @sarahhartleyco  Follow Mia on Instagram: @fastlifeinslowlane   * The books noted above contain affiliate links. This means that we may get a small kickback if you purchase through our links, at no additional cost to you.  

Caroline and Dannelle are joined by Lesix for another installment of the TBR series! Join us as we cross more books off of our Goodreads "To Be Read" lists. Books read and discussed in this episode include The Maid by Nita Prose, Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier, Just Kids by Patti Smith, Homebodies by Tembe Denton-Hurst, Black Girl Unlimited by Echo Brown, and World of Wonders by Aimee Nezhukumatathil.

Agents Scott and Cam borrow nursing scrubs from Madeleine Carroll while decoding the 1933 biographical WWI drama I Was a Spy. Directed by Victor Saville. Starring Madeleine Carroll, Herbert Marshall, Conrad Veidt, Edmund Gwenn, Gerald du Maurier, Donald Calthrop, May Agate and Eva Moore. I Was a Spy can be streamed on YouTube. Become a SpyHards Patron and gain access to top secret "Agents in the Field" bonus episodes, movie commentaries and more! Purchase the latest exclusive SpyHards merch at Redbubble. Social media: @spyhards View the NOC List and the Disavowed List at Letterboxd.com/spyhards Podcast artwork by Hannah Hughes Theme music by Doug Astley.

Foi no gótico que muitas mulheres se sentiram confortáveis e atraídas, seja como fã, consumidora dessa literatura ou como criadora dessas histórias, já que muitas vezes as narrativas desses livros abraçavam figuras femininas como as criaturas frágeis ou vulneráveis que enfrentavam ameaças sobrenaturais e misteriosas.  A condição social feminina, como opressões, confinamento e os papéis tradicionais de gênero, também foi um meio que a literatura gótica viu que poderia explorar, já que isso passava a ser preocupação de mulheres na época, ou seja, muitas questões que eram negligenciadas na vida real e causavam medos, foram sendo exploradas na ficção de terror de diversas formas, acabando assim por moldar a maneira como o horror é compreendido e apreciado hoje. Autoras pioneiras como Clara Reeve, Ann Radcliffe, Mary Shelley, Shirley Jackson, Edith Wharton ou Daphne du Maurier, desafiaram as normas de suas épocas contribuindo sobremaneira para a evolução do horror, explorando temas como maternidade, vida doméstica, sobrenatural, o macabro e o psicológico. No Mundo Freak Confidencial de hoje, junto com nossos investigadores Andrei Fernandes, Jey Carrillo, Ira Croft e Gabi Larocca vamos conhecer um pouco mais sobre a vida e obra de algumas dessas pioneiras que tanto contribuíram para a literatura de horror, abrindo caminhos para outras mulheres continuarem seus legados, construindo novos olhares e percursos.

US journalist, novelist, translator and professor Maureen Freely joins Georgina Godwin in the studio. She is best known as the translator of Nobel Laureate Orhan Pamuk's work. Freely has also written ‘The Life of the Party', set in Turkey, and ‘The Other Rebecca', a contemporary take on Daphne du Maurier's classic 1930s novel. Her latest book, ‘My Blue Peninsula', is set in Istanbul, where she spent her childhood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to season 3! We're kicking off this season with a couple of episodes on our favorite films from the Gothic Romance genre, and who better to start us off than the master of the macabre, Alfred Hitchcock? Rebecca, starring Joan Fontaine and Sir Laurence Olivier, was Hitchcock's first film made in the US and his only Best Picture winner. The film also earned an Oscar for cinematographer George Barnes, whose talents with light, shadow, and camera movement created the moody atmosphere that pervades Rebecca. It was produced by David O. Selznick, who was coming off the huge success of Gone with the Wind and looking to make another big hit. Deeply faithful to its source material, Daphne du Maurier's best-selling novel, the film is a suspenseful cinematic take on classic Gothic Romance literature. The parallels with Bronte's Jane Eyre are numerous, but it's Hitchcock's ability to dramatize psychological terror that brings this movie into the modern age. Come to Manderley again with us, and watch out for Mrs. Danvers!

  Andrea and Alex delve into the murky depths of Nicolas Roeg’s classic to uncover the film’s themes of mysticism, misogyny and the ethics of mourning.    Class of 2023 merch Artwork by @thelastjohnyontheleft    REQUIRED READING Don’t Look Now. Dir. Nicolas Roeg, 1973.   EXTRA CREDIT Daphne du Maurier’s short story. The Year of Magical […]

Let's discuss one of our most requested classics! Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier is an eerie gothic novel with elements of mystery, fairy tale, and domestic suspense–and you've been asking for us to cover it on the show for years. In today's episode, we speculate on why this classic remains so popular today, discuss the magic of reading a classic just for fun (and then returning to it with literary lenses), and analyze our unnamed narrator. This is the kind of book that you can't discuss without spoilers, so we included fair warning and a timestamp if you wish to avoid them.  To access our deep dive on unreliable narrators, go to patreon.com/novelpairings and join our community for just $5.    Spoiler alert timestamp: [37:27] Pairings timestamp: [53:19]   Books mentioned: Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn Starling House by Alix E. Harrow (out 10/3) The Hacienda by Isabel Cañas The Curse of Penryth Hall by Jess Armstrong (out 12/5) Land of Milk and Honey by C. Pam Zhang Comfort Me with Apples by Catherynne M. Valente Doppelganger by Naomi Klein   Also mentioned: Jane Eyre Episode Rebecca Movie Episode