Yesteryear Ballyhoo Revue

Laughs and Lessons from Hollywood’s Golden Age

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Aug 25, 2024 · 1 hr 54 min
Ep. 135: People on Sunday (1930) or ‘The Reel World: Weimar Era Berlin’
Zach welcomes back podcaster Henry Jarvis (Reel Nerds Podcast) to help him navigate a groundbreaking German film from up and comers destined for film history greatness as they unpack Edgar G. Ulmer & Robert Siodmak's 1930 new objectivity classic, People on Sunday! Hop on the train to a relaxing day in the Berlin sun as the duo learn more about how the film came about, go through the early histories of a crew of young German filmmakers who would become Hollywood titans, marvel at the film's docu-drama prowess in capturing Weimar Era Germany, discover the lives and aftermath of participants on screen and off, and finally discuss the many ways the film has been influential to this very day. PLUS: A great mystery is solved with the help of Werner Herzog! ------------------------------------------ Be Sure to Check out Henry on Reel Nerds Podcast https://reelnerdspodcast.com/
Aug 11, 2024 · 1 hr 46 min
Kowai- Chapter 15: Under the Blossoming Cherry Trees (1975)
Zach and Rashmi learn how to get ahead (or two) in life as they unravel the 1975 whirlpool of madness that is Masahiro Shinoda's UNDER THE BLOSSOMING CHERRY TREES. Tune in to hear us pontificate about this dreamy-looking but terrifying horror tale!
Aug 6, 2024 · 3 hr 23 min
Ep. 134: The Marx Brothers Vol. III- The MGM Misfires
The Brothers Marx are back and.... oh boy, its a doozy as Tyler Maybee (Podcaster, 'Surrounded by A**holes) returns to help Zach sift through the final three films Groucho, Chico, and Harpo made made in their return to MGM. Settle in as the two trace the timeline and reasoning for the brothers return, wrestle with the less than quality scripts, analyze the abilities that Edward Buzzell as director can bring to his entries, find the silver linings within each troubled film, reckon with outdated elements in the trio of pictures, and finally asses the reputation and standing of these films on their own and in the overall Marx Brothers legacy. The Films Discussed: AT THE CIRCUS (1939) GO WEST (1940) THE BIG STORE (1941) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Be sure to listen to Tyler Maybee SURROUNDED BY A**HOLES: A Mel Brooks Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/surrounded-by-a-holes-the-life-and-works-of-mel-brooks/id1617941720
Jul 21, 2024 · 1 hr 52 min
Kowai- Chapter 14: Onibaba (1964)
Zach and Rashmi find themselves amid the haunted susuki grass as they settle in for an unnerving tale courtesy of Kaneto Shindō AS THEY UNPACK HIS 1964 opus, ONIBABA. Tune in to hear how Shindō and his independent filmmaking skills came to bring about a timeless horror classic.
Jul 11, 2024 · 2 hr 48 min
Ep. 133: The Raven (1963) or ‘Fantastic Geezers & Where to Find Them’
Zach welcomes back Erin Mullane (Filmmaker, 'The Other Lemming') for a show to pay tribute to filmmaking legend Roger Corman as they dive deep into his 1963 Poe-film outing, THE RAVEN! Settle in as the two share their own unique Corman entry points, thrill as they learn more about how Roger climbed the ladder to B-Movie royalty, laugh along as they unpack Richard Matheson's humor laced plot, marvel at how it's sorcerer themes have carried into this recent filmmaking era, and finally reflect upon how Corman's immense influence as a whole has shaped film culture for the better to this very day. PLUS: A recitation by Erin and a Pop Number by Peter Lorre! ----------------------------------------- Be sure to follow Erin and her journey through acting and filmmaking on social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erinmullaneofficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinmullaneofficial/ Check out Erin's performance in Zach's most recent short film, 'Heavy Hangs The Sky' : https://vimeo.com/907596212 and be sure to follow Erin's fabric art work by visiting her at BOHEMIAN CRAFTS https://www.instagram.com/bohemiancraftsdenver/
Jul 9, 2024 · 2 hr 23 min
Kowai- Chapter 13: House (1977)
Zach and Rashmi get invited to a spinster aunt's abode where terrifying and darkly hilarious things lurk as they take a deep and crazy dive into Nobuhiko Obayashi's 1977 horror hit, HOUSE. Tune in to learn how a surreal story from the imagination of Nobuhiko's daughter became an adored and legendary tale of terror whose impact is still being felt to this day!
Jul 3, 2024 · 1 hr 32 min
Ep. 132: The Hollywood Revue of 1929 or ‘Marion Davies & The Mystery of The Phantom Screen’
Zach welcomes author and historian Lara Gabrielle (Captain of her Soul: The Life of Marion Davies) onto the Revue to review an actual revue as they dive into the creation and legacy of MGM's star fueled extravaganza, THE HOLLYWOOD REVUE OF 1929! Settle in and listen as the two delve into the trajectories of actors moving from silent film two sound, journey with them on the trajectory of Marion Davies and Jack Benny and how they ended up in the film, marvel with them at the revelation of a grand exhibition format long forgotten, triumph with them as they dispel John Gilbert myths,and finally ponder with them over the many ways the film has created an impact in the years to come for the stars of the film. --------------------------- Be sure to pick up your copy of Lara's amazing book CAPTAIN OF HER SOUL Website: https://mariondaviesbook.com/ Amazon Link:https://www.amazon.com/Captain-Her-Soul-Marion-Davies/dp/0520384202 or look for the book at your local bookstore! And be sure to follow Lara on Twitter, Instagram, and Threads by searching the handle @backlotsfilm
Jun 26, 2024 · 1 hr 48 min
Kowai- Chapter 12: Jigoku (1960)
Zach and Rashmi are on the highway to hell by way of Shintoho as they unravel the many layers and devilish sights of Nobuo Nakagawa's 1960 outing, JIGOKU Tune in to hear about the many ways this startling and stunning piece of horror cinema has captivated the worlds attention and how its impact is felt in cinema at large to this day.
Jun 19, 2024 · 2 hr 48 min
Ep. 131: Macbeth (1948) or ‘The Bard and The Boy Wonder’
Zach welcomes back podcaster Rashmi Menon (YBR Presents KOWAI) onto the show to revisit the wide world of Welles with a look at his 1948 attempt at the Bard Avon, MACBETH. Something fun this way comes as the duo get to the hurly-burly that was an expedited and tension-fueled production, discuss the reputation of Republic Studios and how this film was a deviation from their usual output, unpack the play's re-telling and how the performances square up to expectation, debate the merits of pre-recorded sound for film, and finally settle upon the ways Welles' take on the Scottish play has permeated into the very films and Shakespeare adaptations we see today. --------------------- Be sure to listen to Rashmi and her amazing work on curating and co-hosting YBR Presents KOWAI Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6QoRdbnAWobbDcFM0jYkxp?si=4c618f1383454b29 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ybr-presents/id1580678508 The companion episode to this Macbeth discussion covering Throne of Blood can be found at Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kowai-chapter-11-throne-of-blood-1957/id1580678508?i=1000658509336 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2HQuHZiWj4YMUqASIZEyi4?si=Qq3DAyrjRj6hKB1cL4GYgQ
Jun 10, 2024 · 2 hr 22 min
Kowai- Chapter 11: Throne of Blood (1957)
Zach & Rashmi get Shakesperean on Kowai as they tackle a fog laden land of Madness and Mifune with Akira Kurosawa's 1957 masterclass, THRONE OF BLOOD. Tune in as the two extrapolate how Kurosawa lends a horror layer onto the familiar story of MacBeth and how it manages to prove itself a worthy entry into the canon of Japanese Horror. PLUS: Zach demands a portrait of Toshiro Mifune gloriously riding an elephant.
Jun 2, 2024 · 2 hr 23 min
Ep. 130: Modern Times (1936) or ‘Modern Times (2024)
Zach welcomes filmmaker and film lover Jace Perrodin onto the show to tackle one of the great titans of cinema in one of his most thought-provoking pieces with a deep dive into Charlie Chaplin's 1936 opus, MODERN TIMES. Get lost in the cogs of conversation as the two unravel the origin of the production, examine Chaplins meticulous and lengthy filmmaking process, learn more about his trepidation towards sound, breakdown the layered and eternally relevant story, marvel at the ever amazing special effects wizardry used for comedy gold, and finally wrestle with the many ways this film and Chaplin have shaped the world of cinema today. PLUS: One of Chaplin's jokes solves the question of how to resurrect the Halloween franchise. ---------------------- To get a glimpse at Jace's own filmmaking skills, check out his YouTube Page https://www.youtube.com/@jaceperrodin4514 ---------------------- If you or someone you know are needing assistance, please visit the following outlets as announced in the beginning of the show https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ https://afsp.org/ https://988lifeline.org/
May 25, 2024 · 2 hr 40 min
Ep. 129: YBRTV- Star Trek (1966) or ‘The Tribble with Khan’
Zach welcomes back filmmaker and podcaster Brad Haag (Reel Nerds Podcast) as the duo hitch a ride on a wagon train to the stars as they debut Television on the podcast with a deep dive into the 1966 series, STAR TREK. After engaging in a dynamic back to back episode fest, settle in as the two recall the arduous journey Trek took to get to the small screen, revel in the rich character-driven stories, become enamored with the practical craftsmanship in make up and creature effects, have a good laugh or two over plot holes and odd happenings, and finally settle upon the many ways the Original Series has managed to impact the Pop Culture landscape to this very day. Episodes Discussed: "Space Seed" Airdate: February 16, 1967 "The Trouble with Tribbles" Airdate: December 29, 1967 ---------------------------------------------------------- Be sure to listen to Brad each week on REEL NERDS PODCAST https://reelnerdspodcast.com and watch his plethora of amazing short films at his website: and be sure to visit THE BUG THEATER, host of today's recording and the site of fabulous shows all nestled in a cozy historic landmark of the arts community in Denver go to https://www.bugtheatre.org/ to find shows and events to delight your days!
May 14, 2024 · 1 hr 18 min
Ep. 128.5: TCM Film Festival Recap
On this special mini-episode, Zach and return guest Annette Bochenek (Hometowns to Hollywood) sit down to recap their experiences at the 15th Turner Classic Movies Film Festival! Tune in to hear about their watch lists for the festival, the amazing surprises they encountered, and summarize the importance of supporting the festival and the channel! ------------------------- Be sure to check out Annette's amazing work on HOMETOWNS TO HOLLYWOOD Website: https://hometownstohollywood.com/ Books For Sale: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Annette-Bochenek/author/B01LYYOXB8?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true and follow her on social media: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/home2hollywood/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/Home2Hollywood Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/home2hollywood/ Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/home2hollywood and check out Annette on NO SOAP RADIO: https://www.youtube.com/@nosoapradiorecreations5320
May 9, 2024 · 2 hr 31 min
Kowai- Chapter 10: Ugetsu (1953)
Zach and Rashmi get entranced to an upper class home only to find the fantasy is the trance of a long gone soul as they take a closer look at Kenji Mizoguchi's ghostly 1953 tale, UGETSU. Join them as they unpack the meticulous methodology of Mizoguchi and how his subtle hand at terrifying moments blend beautifully into this tragic tale.
Apr 30, 2024 · 2 hr 16 min
Ep. 128: The Comedy of Terrors (1964) or ‘Terror Titan Throwdown 64’
Zach welcomes back actress and filmmaker Erin Mullane ('The Other Lemming') to attend a good ol horror fiend frenzy courtesy of AIP as they uncover the shocking and silly sights abound as Vincent Price, Peter Lorre, Boris Karloff, and Basil Rathbone assemble in Jacques Tourneur's 1964 outing, THE COMEDY OF TERRORS! Settle in for a gruesome giggle fest as the two take a closer look at the emergence of American International Pictures, evaluate the state of horror titans in their latter years, howl in delight over the fast paced macabre dialogue of Richard Matheson, soak in the atmosphere of fog and shadow, and finally analyze the many ways in which the film and it's stars have impacted the cinema we see today. PLUS: Amos Hinchley becomes Zach's manifested goals and aspirations -------------------- Be sure to follow Erin and her journey through acting and filmmaking on social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erinmullaneofficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinmullaneofficial/ To support her in person as she pitches 'The Other Lemming' at Series Fest on May2nd, go to http://seriesfest.com/event/pitch-a-thon/ for tickets and information Check out Erin's performance in Zach's most recent short film, 'Heavy Hangs The Sky' : https://vimeo.com/907596212 and be sure to follow Erin's fabric art work by visiting her at BOHEMIAN CRAFTS https://www.instagram.com/bohemiancraftsdenver/
Apr 25, 2024 · 1 hr 58 min
Kowai- Chapter 9: Tōkaidō Yotsuya Kaidan (1959)
Zach and Rashmi sift through an oft told tale under delicate and dread fueled care as they unpack Nobuo Nakagawa's 1959 chiller, TŌKAIDŌ YOTSUYA KAIDAN! Settle in to discover how Nakagawa handles adapting a century plus old kabuki play into a spine tingling tale of cinematic terror whose influence has echoed down the decades to this very day.
Apr 19, 2024 · 1 hr 44 min
Ep. 127: The Meanest Man in the World (1943) or ‘Benny V. Fox: Dawn of Rewrites’ (Special Guest Leonard Maltin)
Zach welcomes the illustrious film critic, historian, and podcaster Leonard Maltin (Leonard Maltin's Movie Crazy, Maltin on Movies) aboard to sift through the rubble and reap the rewards of the embattled but lastingly entertaining Jack Benny film from 1943, THE MEANEST MAN IN THE WORLD. Follow along as the two navigate the film's rocky road to development, marvel at the stand-off between Jack and 20th Century Fox, delight in the comedic brilliance of Jack and Eddie "Rochester" Anderson, and become surprised by the fate of the film after principal photography wrapped and its re-shoots overseen by a comedy film legend. PLUS: A Bonus Radio Show after the main presentation "Jack's Birthday from Toronto, Canada" Air Date: February 14th, 1943 --------------------------------- Look for Leonard's recent outings to the cinema and his lovely historical analysis by checking out LEONARD MALTIN'S MOVIE CRAZY https://leonardmaltin.com/ and be sure to catch up the always delight MALTIN ON MOVIES with Leonard and Jessie Maltin Site: https://maltinonmovies.libsyn.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maltin-on-movies/id935760435?ls=1&mt=2 and follow the show on Social Visit https://leonardmaltin.com/our-links/ to find the platform you want! The episode referred to by Leonard where he and Jessie chat with Frank Marshall can be found here: https://maltinonmovies.libsyn.com/frank-marshall
Apr 13, 2024 · 3 hr 29 min
Ep. 126: Titanic in Cinema or ‘Nearer My Pod To Thee’
Zach welcomes back podcaster Zack Beins (Talkin Troma) for a gigantic discussion surrounding the early cinematic legacy surrounding the ill fated White Star Line Ship ... the R.M.S. TITANIC. Journey with the duo as they unpack Zack Beins' life long fascination with the subject of Titanic, become marveled by the long cinematic lineage of the disaster on celluloid, explore with shock and bafflement at the many odd ways the subject has been approached on film, find themselves surprised by how some films have grown better with time (and how some have definitely not), and finally ponder the ways Titanic's cinematic legacy has lasted and shaped the films we see today (especially ones made by a Terminator director). Films Discussed: La hantise (1912) In Nacht und Eis (1912) Atlantic (1929) Titanic (1943) Titanic (1953) A Night to Remember (1958) -------------------------------------------------------- Be sure to listen to Zack Beins' wonderful podcast, TALKIN' TROMA! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUxMeEKADhO-vHJOnhh2c_w Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talkin-troma-with-zack-beins/id1561181245 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/09ciGpXGgEhgOqa9V0mfWe and follow the show on social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkintroma/?igsh=MTFmdDIxcm9pcjAyeg%3D%3D and visit the Linktree https://linktr.ee/talkintroma
Apr 4, 2024 · 1 hr 44 min
Kowai- Chapter 8: The Living Skeleton (1968)
Zach and Rashmi hop aboard a ghost ship and set sail for for the terrors found within Hiroshi Matsuno's 1968 pulp shocker, THE LIVING SKELETON. Come aboard and listen to the duo as they unpack the film's high marks amid a low budget, dig deeper into the religious threads intertwined throughout, marvel at the many Western tropes of scares brilliantly achieved, and assess how this B- Picture makes them walk away feeling A+ satisfaction.
Mar 28, 2024 · 3 hr 2 min
Ep. 125: The Glee of 1933- A Look Back At The Year 1933 in Film
Zach welcomes back podcaster Ryan Frost (Reel Nerds Podcast) for a Top Ten Countdown nearly a century in the making as they present to world: THE GLEE OF 1933 All last year, Ryan and Zach celebrated the 90th anniversary of one of cinema's landmark years. Now join along as they each give you their list of Top Ten Films that run the gamut from Musicals to Monsters! PLUS: The duo fix the 1933 Academy Awards so you don't have to! -------------------------------------------------------- Listen to Ryan each and every week on REEL NERDS PODCAST Website: https://reelnerdspodcast.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reel-nerds-podcast/id442184939 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NMZkh3WRDuIgIGuFRraEV and Follow the Reel Nerds on Social Twitter: https://twitter.com/reelnerds Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReelNerdsPodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelnerds/?hl=en