Cinema 100
Join hosts Robert Gifford and William Delzeith on a chronological journey through cinema, from 1927 to the present. Each episode explores a film's narrative, themes, and historical context, connecting movies to the socio-political landscapes of their time. The podcast covers silent era classics to modern digital innovations, offering deep dives into cinematic masterpieces.
Episodes
Cinema 100 - The 1939 Draft
Ep 74! Robert and Will discuss, debate, and ultimately draft the next round of films for the year 1939. This year is touted as being the "Greatest Year in Film." Will and Robert are the great deciders of this. Listen along to see if they drafted the right films for this undeniable year.
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "You Can't Take It With You" & "The Adventures of Robin Hood
Ep 73 "You Can't Take It With You" Release Date: September 1, 1938Directed By: Frank Capra "The Adventures of Robin Hood" Release Date: May 14th, 1938Directed By: Michael Curtiz What do Robin Hood and a family of eccentric dreamers have in common? On the surface, absolutely nothing. One is swinging swords, stealing from the rich, and fighting for England; the other is refus
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Boys Town" & "Angels w/ Dirty Faces"
Ep 72Boys Town Directed By: Norman Taurog Release Date: September 9th, 1938Angels with Dirty FacesDirected By: Michael CurtizRelease Date: November 26th, 1938In 1938, Hollywood had a strange obsession with one particular kind of kid: the kid who was already headed for trouble.But these two movies couldn’t disagree more about what happens next.Boys Town takes a real-life priest, a group of delinque
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Jezebel" & "Pygmalion"
Ep 71 "Pygmalion" Release Date: October 6th, 1938 Directed By: Anthony Asquith & Leslie Howard"Jezebel" Release Date: March 26th, 1938Directed By: William Wyler Pretty Woman and Gone Girl have almost nothing in common… except Hollywood was making versions of both stories way back in 1938.In Pygmalion, a man takes a working-class woman and decides he can transform her into s
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Bringing Up Baby" & "Holiday"
Ep 70 "Bringing Up Baby" Directed By: Howard HawksRelease Date: February 18, 1938"Holiday" Directed By: George CukorRelease Date: June 15, 1938What if I told you that the same two actors made one of the smartest romantic comedies ever written... and one of the craziest? In 1938, Cary Grant and Katharine Hepburn teamed up for not one, but two unforgettable films. Holiday asks a
Cinema 100 - Christopher Nolan Films Ranked *MINI EPISODE*
*MINI EPISODE* Ep 69Will and Robert transport forward 88 years to present day 2026 for a brief moment of conversation on what films of Christopher Nolans are the best. Given Nolan is one our favorite Directors it was hard not to have a mini episode sharing our takes. Check it out! Then it's back to 1938.
Cinema 100 - 1938 Draft
Ep 68!Will and Robert discuss, debate, and ultimately draft the next round of 8 films for the year 1938. Listen, engage, and enjoy!
Cinema 100 - 1937 Oscars Episode - *Mini Episode*
Ep 67 - Will and Robert discuss the 8 movies they watched in the year 1937 and they choose their Oscar winners based upon the main 6 categories. Who did we choose, did it match yours? Check it out to find out.
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Grand Illusion" & "Stella Dallas"
1937 Ep 4 (18)"Stella Dallas" Directed By: King VidorRelease Date: August 6th, 1937"The Grand Illusion" Directed By: Jean RenoirRelease Date: June 8th, 1937Imagine it’s 1937. The world is still clawing its way out of the Great Depression, while across the Atlantic, Europe drifts closer and closer toward war. And somehow, Hollywood gives us two films that couldn't seem more
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Saratoga" & "Captains Courageous"
1937 Ep 3 (17) "Saratoga" Directed By: Jack ConwayRelease Date: July 23, 1937"Captains Courageous" Directed By: Victor FlemingRelease Date: June 25th, 1937Today we're stepping into 1937 with a pair of films that showcase two very different sides of Hollywood storytelling. First, Captains Courageous, starring Spencer Tracy in his Oscar-winning role, tells the moving story of
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Make Way for Tomorrow" & "The Awful Truth"
1937 Ep 2 (16) "Make Way for Tomorrow" Directed by: Leo McCarey Release Date: April 30, 1937"The Awful Truth"Directed By: Leo McCareyRelease Date: October 21st, 1937Our latest double feature captures two sides of love, marriage, and the fear of growing old in 1937 Hollywood. On one side, Leo McCarey’s deeply human Make Way for Tomorrow — a quiet, heartbreaking story about an el
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs" & "A Star Is Born"
1937 Ep 1 (15) "A Star is Born Directed By: William WellmanRelease Date: April 27, 1937"Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" Directed by: Walt Disney Release Date: December 21, 1937We’re stepping into 1937 for a double feature that feels like Hollywood discovering its own reflection in two very different mirrors.First up, we’ve got Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs—Disney’s first full-len
Cinema 100 - 1937 Draft
Rob and Will sit down deciphering through countless amounts of films from the year 1937. Discussing all genres and what is the proper and most effective way to find the best 8 films from each year. Stick around to find out what movies they select.
Cinema 100 - 1936 Oscars Episode - *MINI EPISODE*
S3 E13 Will and Robert discuss the 8 movies they watched from the year and make their choices for Best Picture, Director, Actor, Actress, and Supporting roles. Will their picks match yours? Listen and find out!
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "After the Thin Man" & "My Man Godfrey"
1936 Ep 4 (12)" After the Thin Man" Directed By: W.S. Van DykeRelease Date: December 25th, 1936"My Man Godfrey"Directed By: Gregory La CavaRelease Date: September 6th, 1936What if I told you the smartest, sharpest commentary on the Great Depression came wrapped in cocktails, chaos… and some of the funniest dialogue ever put on screen?Tonight, we’re diving into two of 1936’s mos
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Fury" & "The Crime of Monsieur Lange"
1936 Ep 3 - S3 (11)"Fury" Directed By: Fritz LangeRelease Date: June 5th, 1936"The Crime of Monsieur Lange" Directed By: Jean RenoirRelease Date: January 24th, 19361936 a year when filmmakers around the world began wrestling openly with justice, power, and the responsibility of ordinary people.In Fury, director Fritz Lang brings his dark European sensibilities to Hollywood. Sta
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Petrified Forest" & "Story of Louis Pasteur"
1936 Ep 2 - S3E(10) "Story of Louis Pasteur" Directed By: William DieterleRelease Date: February 22, 1936"Petrified Forest" Directed By: Archie MayoRelease Date: February 6th, 1936Tonight we step into 1936 — a year where cinema wrestled with both violence and virtue.First, in The Petrified Forest, a lonely desert diner becomes a pressure cooker of desperation and destiny. Humph
Cinema 100 - ONE BIG EPISODE: "Top 10 Movies of 2025 & Oscar Predictions"
S3E(9) Robert and Will sat down and talked about over 35 films from the year 2025 and gave their lists for their respected Top Ten. Did your favorites make the cut, listen and see. They also spoke in great detail about this years upcoming Oscars and gave their predictions for each category and who they think will win. Always fun to talk about contemporary films for a change. Enjoy!
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Modern Times" & "Mr. Deeds Goes To Town"
1936 Ep 1 - S3E(8) "Modern Times" Directed By: Charlie ChaplinRelease Date: February 25th, 1936"Mr. Deeds Goes To Town" Directed By: Frank CapraRelease Date: April 12th 1936In 1936, two films proved cinema could do more than entertain it could defend the dignity of the little guy and remind the world what hope looks like. A year when Hollywood balanced laughter with a sharp loo
Cinema 100 - "1936 Draft" Selection Show
It’s 1936, and Hollywood is sitting at the absolute peak of its studio power. The Great Depression still hangs over the country, but the movies are booming—palaces filled every night with audiences looking for escape, glamour, and hope. The studio system runs with factory precision: MGM sells polish and prestige, Warner Bros. leans into grit and social realism, and directors are becoming stars in
Cinema 100 - 1935 Oscars *MINI EPISODE*
Will and Robert choose their respected winners in the major Oscar categories out of the movies they watched from the year 1935. Who will win the big awards for Actor, Actress, Director and what was their best movie of the year. Be sure to play along for ultimate enjoyment.
Cinema 100 - "An Inn In Tokyo"
1935 Episode 4 (6)"An Inn In Tokyo"Directed By: Yasujiro Ozu Release Date: November 21st, 1935Tonight’s film takes us far from Hollywood glamour and straight into the quiet corners of everyday survival. An Inn in Tokyo, released in 1935, comes from Yasujirō Ozu—often known for family dramas—but this film shows a harsher, more vulnerable side of his world. Set during the Great Depression
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Mutiny on the Bounty" & "Captain Blood"
1935 Episode 3 (4)"Mutiny on the Bounty" Directed By: Frank LloydRelease Date: November 8th, 1935"Captain Blood"Directed By: Michael CurtizDecember 19th, 1935Tonight’s double feature takes us to the high seas—where honor is tested, authority is challenged, and adventure is forged in salt and blood. First up is 1935’s Mutiny on the Bounty, a sweeping epic of tyranny versus consc
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Top Hat" & "A Night at the Opera" D
1935 Episode 2 (3) - "Top Hat" Directed By: Mark Sandrich Release Date: August 29th, 1935"A Night at the Opera"Directed By: Sam Wood Release Date: November 15th, 1935Welcome back to Cinema 100, where we dive into the films that defined their eras—and sometimes saved them. Tonight, we’re stepping into 1935 with a true double bill of movie magic: Top Hat and A Night at the Opera.
Cinema 100 - "Bride of Frankenstein"
1935 Episode 1 (2) - "Bride of Frankenstein" Directed By: James WhaleRelease Date: April 22, 1935What if the Monster didn’t die? What if, after the smoke cleared and the villagers went home, the story of Frankenstein had one more terrifying heartbeat left?That’s exactly where James Whale takes us in 1935’s The Bride of Frankenstein — a sequel that doesn’t just reanimate the monster, it r
Cinema 100 - 1935 Draft & 1934 Oscars
SEASON 3 is officially upon us and Will and Robert are excited to dive into the second half of the decade. Hollywood’s golden engine was running at full speed. The Great Depression still lingered, but on the silver screen, audiences found escape. The studio system ruled — MGM, Warner Bros, Paramount — each churning out dreams by the week. Technicolor was starting to pop, but shadows of the past st
Cinema 100 - Top 10 Best Films from 1927 to 1934
When Will and I started Cinema 100, it was just two guys trying to understand film history — one year at a time. From 1927 on, movie by movie, frame by frame, watching how cinema evolved… and how weve evolved with it.Well 63 movies and 50 episodes later, if you haven't been along for the ride thus far and would like to pick up where we've left off ,now here's your chance as were callin
Cinema 100 - "Imitation of Life" Starring: Claudette Colbert
1934 Episode 5 (33) "Imitation of Life" Directed By: John StahlRelease Date: November 24, 1934Let’s be real—few films from the 1930s dare to poke at the raw nerves of America like Imitation of Life does. On its face, it’s a story about pancakes and prosperity, a widowed white woman making good in business. But the truth of this film isn’t sweet—it’s bitter. It’s about race, about a Black
Cinema 100 - Double Feature: "Cleopatra" & "The Scarlett Empress"
1934 Episode 4 (32) "Cleopatra" Directed By: Cecil B. DemilleRelease Date: August 16th, 1934"The Scarlett Empress"Directed By: Josef Von SternbergRelease Date: September 15th, 1934Tonight, we step into a world of queens, power, and spectacle. Two films from 1934, both dripping with ambition, both redefining what the screen could dare to show. First—Cecil B. DeMille’s Cleopatra—
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "L'atalante" & "The Thin Man"
1934 - Episode 3 (31) "The Thin Man" Directed By: W.S. Van DykeRelease Date: May 25, 1934"L'atalante" Directed By: Jean Vigo Release Date: April 25, 1934Tonight, we journey from the misty waterways of France to the glittering cocktail lounges of New York. First up is L’Atalante, Jean Vigo’s poetic masterpiece — a dreamlike voyage of newlyweds drifting along the Seine, where
Cinema 100 - Double Feature: "The Black Cat" & "The Man Who Knew Too Much"
1934 - Episode 2 (30) "The Black Cat" Directed By: Edgar Ulmer Release Date: May 7, 1934"The Man Who Knew Too Much" Directed By: Alfred HitchcockRelease Date: December 17, 1934Tonight… the shadows come alive.First up—The Black Cat—where horror drips from every word and Bela Lugosi meets Boris Karloff in a battle of minds and madness. A tale of war, revenge, and sinister archite
Cinema 100 - "It Happened One Night" Starring: Gable & Colbert
1934 - Episode 1 (29) - "It Happened One Night" Directed By: Frank Capra Release Date: February 23, 1934Before rom-coms had a name, there was It Happened One Night—a film that changed everything. Released in 1934 during the depths of the Great Depression, this Frank Capra classic gave audiences something they desperately needed: laughter, charm, and hope. Starring Claudette Colbert as a
Cinema 100 - 1934 Draft & 1933 Oscar Picks
(27) Rob and Will discuss their Oscar choices from the films watched in the year 1933 and then...It’s 1934, and America is still clawing its way through the Great Depression. Bread lines stretch down city blocks, and families gather around radios, hungry not just for food, but for hope. In Washington, FDR’s New Deal programs are trying to stitch the country back together, one job at a time. Meanwh
Cinema 100 - "Wild Boys of the Road"
1933 - Episode 5 (27) - "Wild Boys of the Road"Release Date: October 7th, 1933Directed By: William HellmanReleased in 1933 during the depths of the Great Depression, Wild Boys of the Road is a raw, urgent cry from America’s forgotten youth. Directed by William A. Wellman, this pre-Code drama follows teenagers forced to leave home and ride the rails in search of work, dignity, and surviva
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Private Life of Henry VIII" & "Duck Soup"
1933 - Episode 4 (26) - "Private Life of Henry ViIII" Directed By: Alexander Korda Release Date: September 21, 1933"Duck Soup" Directed By: Leo McCareyRelease Date: November 17th, 19331933. The world was in turmoil, but the silver screen shimmered with defiance and wit. In England, Alexander Korda gave us “The Private Life of Henry VIII,” a lavish, biting peek behind the throne
Cinema 100 - "Morning Glory" Starring: Katherine Hepburn
1933 - Episode 3 (24) - "Morning Glory" Director: Lowell Sherman Release Date: August 18th, 1933Tonight, we step back into the golden age of Hollywood with a film that shines a spotlight on ambition, dreams, and the price of fame. Released in 1933, Morning Glory stars Katharine Hepburn in her breakout, Oscar-winning role as Eva Lovelace — a young, aspiring actress who arrives in New York
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Story of Temple Drake" & "Design for Living"
1933 Episode 2 (24) - "Story of Temple Drake" Directed By: Stephen Roberts Release Date: May 6th, 1933"Design for Living" Directed By: Ernst LubitschRelease Date: December 29th, 19331933 gave us two daring films that tested Hollywood’s boundaries before the Hays Code slammed them shut. The Story of Temple Drake, based on William Faulkner’s controversial novel, stars Miriam Hopk
Cinema 100 - "King Kong"
1933 - Episode 1 (23) - "King Kong" Directed By: Merian C. Cooper / Earnest ShoedsackRelease Date: April 7th, 1933Cinema 100 introduces you to the year 1933 with ONE BIG STORY! King Kong: The Giant Ape That Conquered Hollywood!Before Jurassic Park, King Kong swung into theaters in 1933, turning a giant ape into a pop culture icon. We explore the movie magic, adventure, and monster-sized
Cinema 100 - 1933 Draft & 1932 Oscars
1933 Draft (22) It's that time again for Will and Robert to draft for the year of 1933. What movies will be drafted and which ones will be left on the editing room floor?! They also discuss their Oscar picks for the movies they watched from the year 1932. Sit back, pop some popcorn and follow along!
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "I am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang" & "A Farewell to Arms"
1932 - Episode 6 (21) - "I am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang" Director: Mervyn LeRoy Release Date: November 10th, 1932"A Farewell to Arms" Director: Frank Borage Release Date: December 8th, 1932I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang and A Farewell to Arms. At first glance, they might seem like completely different stories—one, a scathing indictment of the American justice system, the
Cinema 100 - "Trouble In Paradise" Directed By: Ernst Lubitsch
1932 - Episode 5 (20) - "Trouble in Paradise" Director: Ernst LubitschRelease Date: October 20th, 1932In 1932, legendary director Ernst Lubitsch delivered Trouble in Paradise, a sparkling pre-Code romantic comedy that defined sophistication and wit. The film follows a pair of charming con artists—played by Herbert Marshall and Miriam Hopkins—who set their sights on a wealthy perfume heir
Cinema 100 - Top 10 Movies of 24 / 25 Oscar Predictions
(19) Will and Robert predict who is going to win Oscar gold at this years Academy Awards. They also reveal their individual Top 10 movies of the year 2024. Listen to see if your favorites made the list.
Cinema 100 - "Grand Hotel" Starring: Garbo / Crawford / Barrymore
1932 - Episode 4 (18) - "Grand Hotel" Director: Edmund Goulding Release Date: January 1st, 1932Step through the grand doors, and welcome to Berlin’s most luxurious destination—Grand Hotel. A place where the rich, the desperate, the powerful, and the doomed all collide under one lavish roof. This 1932 classic isn’t just a movie—it’s an event. With an all-star cast featuring Greta Garbo, J
Cinema 100 - "Scarface" Starring: Paul Muni
1932 - Episode 3 (17) - "Scarface" Director: Howard Hawkes
Release Date: April 9th, 1932
"Say hello to the original Bad Guy, Tony Camonte. 1932 Hollywood dared to tell the story of a man consumed by power, violence, and ambition. Inspired by real life crime lord, Scarface follows the ruthless rise of Tony Camonte, a trigger happy gangster that carves his name in blood across the cit
Cinema 100 - "Freaks" Directed By: Tod Browning
1932 - Episode 2 (16) - "Freaks" Director: Tod Browning
Release Date: February 20th, 1932
Will and Robert take a journey into the carnival world of sideshows and secrets with Tod Browning’s 1932 masterpiece, Freaks. This isn’t your typical Hollywood fare—Freaks is a daring and deeply human film that shattered conventions and left audiences stunned. Featuring real sideshow performers, it
Cinema 100 - "Shanghai Express" Starring: Marlene Dietrich
1932 - Episode 1 - "Shanghai Express" - Director: Josef Von Sternberg release date February 12, 1932.
Step aboard a locomotive bound for danger, desire, and deception—this is Shanghai Express. Directed by the master of shadows and intrigue, Josef von Sternberg, this 1932 masterpiece takes us on a journey through war-torn China. At its heart, the luminous Marlene Dietrich stars as the enigmatic an
Cinema 100 - "1932 Draft"
Will and Robert introduce the year 1932 by breaking down as usual the state of the United States, the economy and the overall snapshot of time that is the Hollywood and film industry. Join us as we also give Oscar awards out to our list of 1931 movies before we debate and draft our 1932 list of films.
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "A Free Soul" & "Possessed"
1931 Episode 6 - "A Free Soul" & "Possessed" Directed By: Clarence Brown
Join us as we explore the daring pre-code films "A Free Soul" and "Possessed," showcasing Clark Gable, Joan Crawford and Norma Shearer in two very different captivating tales of forbidden love and moral conflict that remains thrilling century later! Get ready for a cinematic journey!
Cinema 100 - "M" Starring: Peter Lorre
1931 Episode 5 - Directed By: Fritz Lang / May 11, 1931
What drives a killer, and how far will society go to stop him? M (1931), directed by Fritz Lang, is a groundbreaking German thriller that explores these haunting questions as Berlin falls under the shadow of a serial child murderer. Released during a turbulent period in Germany, M reflects the fear and tension of the time, hinting at the dang
Cinema 100 - "The Public Enemy" Starring: James Cagney
1931 Episode 4 - Directed By: William A. Wellman / April 23rd, 1931.
Tonight, we go back to where it all started. We're talking about one of the original gangster films that redefined the genre—The Public Enemy. Released in 1931, right in the heart of Prohibition, this movie didn't just show crime—it gave crime a face. And that face? James Cagney. He’s raw, he’s ruthless, and he’s unforgettable a
Cinema 100 - "The Front Page"
1931 Episode 3 - Directed by: Lewis Milestone / April 4th, 1931.
What happens when a top reporter tries to quit the newspaper business, but his editor won’t let him go? In The Front Page, chaos ensues. Released in 1931, this fast-talking, quick-witted comedy dives headfirst into the wild world of journalism. Based on the hit Broadway play by Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur, the film follows Hild
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE - "Dracula" & "Frankenstein"
1931 Episode 2 - DOUBLE FEATURE - "Dracula" Directed by: Tod Browning & "Frankenstein" Directed by: James Whale.
In 1931, Universal Pictures revolutionized the horror genre with the release of two iconic films: *Dracula* and *Frankenstein*. Directed by Tod Browning and James Whale, respectively, these films became pillars of early cinematic horror. *Dracula*, starring Bela
Cinema 100 - "City Lights" Starring: Charlie Chaplin
1931 Episode 1 - Directed By: Charlie Chaplin / January 30th, 1931
1931 truly gave us a masterpiece in Charlie Chaplins silent film “City Lights.” Many believe this is Chaplins Coute Grace, it’s a silent film that takes you on a journey of laughter, love, and heartbreak. As the Little Tramp falls for a blind flower girl, Chaplin embarks on a quest to help her regain her sight. With every antic a
Cinema 100 - 1930 Oscars & 1931 Draft
Will and Robert put their finishing thoughts on the 6 movies they drafter from the year 1930 by sharing their picks for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor/Actress & Best Supporting Actor/Actress. They also breakdown 1931 in America/Hollywood and draft an unprecedented
SEVEN movies for this year. Stick around to find out WHICH ONES THEY WILL BE!!!!
Cinema 100 - "Morocco" Starring: Gary Cooper / Marlene Dietrich
1930 Episode 5 - "Morocco" Directed By: Josef Von Sternberg. Release Date November 14th, 1930.
Our last movie of the year 1930 is "Morocco.” A pre-Code romantic drama directed by Josef von Sternberg and starring Marlene Dietrich, Gary Cooper, and Adolphe Menjou. The film is set against the exotic backdrop of North Africa and tells the story of Amy Jolly, a disillusioned nightclub si
Cinema 100 - "Animal Crackers" Starring; The Marx Brothers
1930 Episode 4 - "Animal Crackers" Directed by: Victor Heerman.
"Animal Crackers," released in 1930, is a seminal film in the annals of American comedy, marking the second cinematic outing for the legendary Marx Brothers. Adapted from their successful Broadway musical of the same name, the film captures the anarchic humor and rapid-fire wit that would become the Marx Brothers&
Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE - "All Quiet On The Western Front" & "Hell's Angels"
1930 Episode 3 - DOUBLE FEATURE!
1930 saw the release of two groundbreaking war films, "Hell's Angels" and "All Quiet on the Western Front", each offering a distinct perspective on the brutal realities of World War I. "Hell's Angels," directed by Howard Hughes, is an American epic known for its spectacular aerial combat scenes and technical innovation. Its p
Cinema 100 - "The Divorcee" Starring; Norma Shear
1930 Episode 2 - "The Divorcee" by Robert Z. Leonard released on April 30th, 1930.
Our second film of 1930 is none other than Robert Z. Leonard’s "The Divorcee." This groundbreaking film, starring the mesmerizing Norma Shearer, delves into the complexities of marriage and infidelity with an unflinching boldness rarely seen in its time. "The Divorcee" challenges socie
Cinema 100 - "City Girl" Directed By: F.W. Murray
1930 Episode 1 - "City Girl" by: F.W. Murnau February 16th, 1930
WE KICK OFF THE THIRTIES WITH Genius behind Nosferatu and his swing at romance. We're talking F.W Murnau and his movie City Girl.
"City Girl" is a poignant and visually stunning film that explores the clash between rural simplicity and urban complexity. At the heart of the story is Lem Tustine, a young farmer
Cinema 100 - 1930 Draft
Will and Robert are back with season 2 of Cinema 100 as we turn the chapter to a new decade. It all starts with the year 1930. Will and Robert discuss the current state of film industry, as pre-code films become more and more of the past as well as the studio systems completely changing the game by owning everyone and everything. What films will we draft as a part of the 1930 draft class. Listen a
Cinema 100 - "1929 Draft Oscars & 1920's Decade Movie Rankings"
Will and Robert made their selections for the big 6 Academy Awards categories of the movies they drafted from 1929: Supporting Actor and Actress, Best Actor and Actress, Best Director and Best Picture of that year. Will and Robert also reveal their Top 5 movies from the movies drafted in the Decade as well as their bottom 2.
Cinema 100 - "Escape from Dartmoor"
1929 - Episode 6 - "Escape from Dartmoor" October 1st
Our last film from the 1929 class and our last film from the 1920's decade.
"Welcome, my friends, to a story that dances on the edge of darkness and redemption. In the annals of cinematic history, there exists a gem from the year 1929, a film that dared to explore the depths of human resilience and the longing for freedom.
Cinema 100 - "Diary of a Lost Girl" Starring: Louise Brooks
1929 - Episode 5 - "Diary of a Lost Girl" September 12th, 1929
In 1929, a film emerged from the silent era, capturing hearts and challenging societal norms. "Diary of a Lost Girl" delves into the complexities of morality, sexuality, and redemption with a rawness that was daring for its time. Directed by the visionary G.W. Pabst and starring the captivating Louise Brooks, this
Cinema 100 - "Hallelujah"
1929 - Episode 4 - August 20th, 1929 - "Hallelujah"
"Hallelujah" is a first of it's kind, 1929 musical drama directed by King Vidor. First of it's kind because it was the first all-black cast filmed by a major studio. The story follows Zeke, a sharecropper turned preacher, whose life takes a tumultuous turn when he falls for a seductive city woman, leading to a downward
Cinema 100 - "Blackmail" Directed By: Alfred Hitchcock
1929 - Episode 3 - July 28th, 1929 - "Blackmail"
In 1929, Alfred Hitchcock unleashed a cinematic masterpiece that would define the thriller genre for decades to come. "Blackmail" takes you on a gripping journey through the dark streets of London, where a chance encounter spirals into a web of deception and danger. Follow Alice White, a young woman caught in a desperate strugg
Cinema 100 - "The Broadway Melody" Starring: Anita Paige
1929 - Episode 2 - February 1st, 1929 - "The Broadway Melody"
Harry Beaumonts, 1929 “The Broadway Melody” It was the first sound film to win best picture at the Academy Awards. The Broadway Melody follows the journey of two sisters, the vivacious Queenie (Anita Paige) and the ambitious Hank Mahoney (Bessie Love). They dream of making it big on the illustrious stages of New York City. As
Cinema 100 - "Man With A Movie Camera"
1929 - Episode 1 - January 7th, 1929 - "Man With A Movie Camera"
Lights, camera, revolution! Step into the world of "Man with a Movie Camera," where the streets of Soviet cities become the stage, and reality takes center screen. Directed by the fearless visionary Dziga Vertov in 1929, this cinematic gem isn't just a film—it's a seismic shift in the way we experience mov
Cinema 100 - "1929 Draft"
Will and Robert discuss the state of American society and cinema during the year of 1929. From the end of the roaring 20's to the beginning of the Great Depression. Also, Will and Robert draft their list of movies for the 1929 draft class. Who will make their Directing and Acting debuts on Cinema 100? Listen and find out! Enjoy the show. Keep Watching Movies!
Cinema 100 SPECIAL EPISODE - "Top 10 Movies of 2023" & 2024 Oscar Predictions
Will and Robert sat down to bring you guys over 2 hours of great discussion and debate over what we believe to be the best and top 10 movies of 2023. Will and Robert present their lists and give great insight and feedback on each movie as it presents itself. Finally, we give our predictions on the "BIG 6" Oscar categories: Supporting Actors/Actress, Best Actor/Acrtress, Best Director and
Cinema 100 - "In Old Arizona"
1928 - Episode 6 - December 25th, 1928 - "In Old Arizona"
"Step into the dusty trails of the Old West, where gunfights echoed through the canyons, and legends were born. Today, I invite you to saddle up and join me on a journey back in time with the classic film, 'In Old Arizona. Released in 1928, this cinematic gem not only marked a turning point in the evolution of Westerns bu
Cinema 100 MINI-EPISODE - "Steamboat Willie" Starring: Mickey Mouse
1928 - Episode 5 - November 18th, "Steamboat Willie"
We continue on to the 5th movie in the 1928 class and it’s back to the golden age of animation, where a certain mouse embarked on his iconic voyage. I'm talking about none other than Steamboat Willie, the animated short film that introduced the world to the one and only Mickey Mouse. In 1928, the brilliant minds at Walt Disney Stu
Cinema 100 - "Noah's Ark"
1928 - Episode 4 - November 1st, 1928 "Noah's Ark"
In the golden era of cinema, amidst the roaring twenties, emerged a cinematic epic that captured the imagination of audiences worldwide. "Noah's Ark," released on November 1st, 1928, directed by the visionary Michael Curtiz, is a spectacle of biblical proportions. Set against the backdrop of World War I, this epic tel
Cinema 100 - "Our Dancing Daughters" Starring: Joan Crawford
1928 - Episode 3 - September 1st, 1928
"Our Dancing Daughters" a September 1st, 1928 silent film that epitomizes the flapper era. Directed by Harry Beaumont, and starring the sensational Joan Crawford. She plays Diana Medford, a vivacious young woman navigating the wild social scene of the Roaring Twenties. Filled with jazz, dancing, and glamorous parties, the film explores themes of yo
Cinema 100 - "The Passion of Joan of Arc"
1928 - Episode 2 - April 21st, "The Passion of Joan of Arc"
We watched as emotions were laid bare in "The Passion of Joan of Arc." Directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer, this silent masterpiece unfolds the gripping tale of the legendary French heroine, Joan of Arc. Maria Falconetti's portrayal of Joan is nothing short of mesmerizing, capturing the intensity of her trial and tribulations with unparallele
Cinema 100 - "The Circus" Starring: Charlie Chaplin
1928 - Episode 1 - January 6th "The Circus"
The date is January 6th, 1928 and the world awaits, “The Circus,” the latest installment from the tramp, simply known as Charlie Chaplin. The Circus takes place, well….at a circus as the Tramp finds himself in a cat and mouse chase with the cops ultimately hiding in plain sight as he gets hired by the circus ringmaster for being funny. There’s just one
Cinema 100 - "The Jazz Singer" & 1928 Draft
1927 - Episode 1 - October 6th "The Jazz Singer"
The year is 1927, and Hollywood finds its voice. The sound is Al Jolson as we hear for the first time a synchronization of sound and image. Marking this the beginning of the end of the silent era. On October 6th, the world was introduced to Alan Crosland’s “The Jazz Singer.” An american part-talkie musical about a young man who defies the
Cinema 100 - Pilot Episode
Will and I discuss our mission statement. The goal of the project and how you the listener can participate along on this chronoligical cinematic journey.
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