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Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein joins the podcast for a celebration of the 15th anniversary of the Warner Archive.  George retraces the early history and honors several Warner Bros executives who initiated the concept and development of WAC.   He recalls the launch event on March 23, 2009 with Debbie Reynolds.  And he shares his gratitude for the devoted fans who have championed Warner Archive...

Send us Fan Mail Hear directly from George Feltenstein as he announces the Warner Archive's six April Blu-ray releases, ranging from a long-requested 1932 pre-code horror film to a 2019 animated film.  George provides background on each film, the new HD master, and all of the extras that are included.  And he always drops some knowledge about what is being worked on for the future. And for Ha...

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein joins the podcast for a fun-filled look at the Hanna-Barbera Superstars 10 Blu-ray collection and a full review of what it has to offer HB fans. Prepare to be whisked away on a nostalgic journey, celebrating iconic characters and discussing how these films were ingeniously reintroduced to capture hearts across new generations. We're not just retracing anima...

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast to review six films from the 1990s to 2000 that released for the first time on Blu-ray. We start with the animated "Rover Dangerfield," (1991) where Rodney Dangerfield's hallmark humor is impeccably tailored to tickle the funny bones of both kids and adults alike.  Next we review the first film released by M...

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein announces the Warner Archive's late March Blu-ray releases.  George provides background on each film or TV series, the remaster, and all of the extras that are included.  And he always drops some knowledge about what is being worked on for the future. There is no better way to learn about what is on the Warner Archive schedule than to hear directly from Geo...

Send us Fan Mail Celebrate a century of cinematic splendor with us as film historian Steven C. Smith and fashion expert Kimberly Truhler peel back the curtain on Columbia Pictures' illustrious history. From Harry Cohn's strategic cunning to the studio's transformation under the guiding hand of Frank Capra, this episode promises a treasure trove of insider knowledge. We'll refle...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Patterson and DW Ferranti, aka THE ARCHIVE GUYS, are back for part two of their podcast takeover where they share more stories from their time working at the Warner Archive.  They also discuss the current landscape of physical media and streaming, share their insights and projections for the future, and update us on what they are currently up to.  It's another hour plus...

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast to review four classic films released in January for the first time on Blu-ray. We're shining the projector light on the pre-code film "Faithless," (1932) where Tallulah Bankhead's riveting performance will grip you as we unravel the fabric of her character's tumultuous journey from riches to rags....

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein announces the Warner Archive's February and early March Blu-ray releases.  George provides background on each film or TV series, the remaster, and all of the extras that are included.  And he drops a special announcement at the end of the podcast. There is no better way to learn about what is on the Warner Archive schedule than to hear directly from George....

Send us Fan Mail Mayhem ensues as Matt Patterson and DW Ferranti aka THE ARCHIVE GUYS take over the podcast.  We get the scoop on their early days working for Warner Bros, the development of the Warner Archive Podcast, and the unique business model that paved the way for the Warner Archive's continued success.  Along the way, they drop some stories about George Feltenstein, celebrity meetings...

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast to review five all-time great classic films released on Blu-ray in December.  We go through each of the films and the included extras to help you decide if you want to add these films to your home collection. We start with the highly requested  TARZAN, THE APE MAN (1932) from MGM starring Johnny Weissmuller and Maureen O&a...

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein of Warner Bros. joins the podcast to take a look back at some of the highlights of the year for the Warner Archive.  Host Tim Millard provides some of his thoughts on the prevailing themes of the year.  Then George reveals some of the year's most popular sellers.  And George sneaks a few details of what might be ahead in 2024. If you are a fan of the Warner...

Send us Fan Mail Producer Jason Hillhouse joins the podcast for a discussion of the summer blockbuster OPPENHEIMER, directed by Christopher Nolan.  Now approaching one billion in worldwide box office, the film is a testament to the power of evocative filmmaking. Jason produced the extras documentary on the physical media release, THE STORY OF OUR TIME: THE MAKING OF OPPENHEIMER. He shares stories...

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive and animation historian Jerry Beck join the podcast to discuss the LOONEY TUNES COLLECTOR’S CHOICE VOL 2 Blu-ray releasing December 12th. We talk about the selection process, the decision to arrange the cartoons alphabetically and preview some of the 25 cartoons to give you an idea of what you can expect. PLUS George hints at plans for futu...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to step into the shadows and explore the mysterious world of film noir with our guest, Eddie Muller, host of TCM's Noir Alley? Savor the intrigue as we discuss his involvement in film preservation, his enlightening books, and his thoughts on the future of TCM. We also delve into the rise of interest in noir and the timeless appeal of classic cinema. Brace yourse...

Send us Fan Mail In this short bonus episode we're catching up with filmmaker Gregory Orr, who's back to share exciting news about the Blu-ray release of his updated documentary, Jack L. Warner: The Last Mogul. Gregory is also making an appearance at the Warner Studios Tour on November 30th, so we get the full details. Listen to our previous podcast: THE LAST MOVIE MOGUL Purchase JACK L....

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein announces the Warner Archive's six upcoming January 2024 Blu-ray releases.  George provides background on each film, the remaster, and all of the extras that are included.  There is no better way to learn about what is on the Warner Archive schedule than to hear directly from George. MovieZyng Affiliate The BEST place to buy all of your Warner Archive and B...

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast for a fun and informative review of three October Blu-ray releases.   We review each film, provide background on the restoration and all of the extras on each release, and share our insights into why these films are worth adding to your Blu-ray collection.   Purchase on Amazon: DANCE, FOOLS, DANCE (1931) Blu-ray DOUBLE TRO...

Send us Fan Mail This is a REPLAY podcast, where we revisit some of our early hidden gems, compilations, and most popular episodes.  Episode specific description: Animation historians Jerry Beck and George Feltenstein talk about restoring the Tex Avery Screwball Classics, Vol. 1-3 Ready to dive headfirst into the world of animation? We've got you covered! Get ready to be enchanted as animatio...

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein announces the Warner Archive's upcoming Nov/December Blu-ray releases. PLUS an update on Looney Tunes Collector’s Choice Vol. 2 release date and a tease about 2024. Purchase on Amazon: Looney Tunes Collector's Choice Vol. 2 Blu-ray Moviezyng Affiliate Link The Extras Facebook page The Extras TV YouTube Channel The Extras Twitter Warner Archive & Wa...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a captivating  discussion of classic horror auteur Tod Browning with George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive, and esteemed film historians, Steve Haberman and Constantine Nasr. Their 20-year-long collaboration started with the DVD release of Mel Brooks’ "Dracula: Dead and Loving It," and has now extended to creating an audio commentary for the upcoming horro...

Send us Fan Mail This is a REPLAY podcast, where we revisit some of our early hidden gems, compilations, and most popular episodes.  Episode specific description: Classic horror expert Tom Weaver joins the podcast for a fun-filled look at some of his favorite Universal Classic Monster films.  Rather than detailing all four of the new to 4K films in the Universal Classic Monsters: Icons of Horror V...

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast for a fun and informative review of three September and three October Blu-ray releases.   We review each film, provide background on the restoration and all of the extras on each release, and share our insights into why these films are worth adding to your Blu-ray collection.   Purchase on Amazon: WESTWARD THE WOMEN (1951)...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a captivating journey as we commemorate the 100th anniversary of Warner Brothers with authors and Hollywood historians, Chris Yogerst and Alan K. Rode. In this special episode, we bring to light the tumultuous, yet triumphant saga of the Warner Brothers, pulled straight from the pages of Chris’s recent book, " The Warner Brothers." Our conversation zeros in o...

Send us Fan Mail Screenwriter, producer, and author Julian David Stone joins the podcast to discuss his new novel, IT'S ALIVE, and the fascinating story about the last-minute casting of Frankenstein.  The story involves Bela Lugosi, who was at the height of his popularity having just come off his hit DRACULA (1931), and Boris Karloff, a relatively unknown journeyman actor.   And pulling the s...