Cinema Chat With David Heath

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the classic Academy Award winning film The Bridge on the River Kwai.  We talk about the production, the actors, and particularly the wonderful cinematography.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we list the top 10 films directed by legend John Huston (according to your humble host).  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we welcome frequent guest Glenn Andreiev. We discuss the 1931 thriller M starring Peter Lorre. We talk about the quiet brilliance of the director Fritz Lang. We talk about the great Peter Lorre. We also talk about how 1931 brought the world so many great films.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with silent film expert Jessica Wahl about the beautiful, talented, but yet nearly forgotten Betty Compson. We talk about the life and career of one of the few actresses to shine in silent films as well as talkies. Click and listen to the story of this unusually talented actress. 🎥🎥🎬🎬 https://www.instagram.com/silenceisplatinum/?hl=en Thanks for listeni...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about two recent Woody Allen films: Blue Jasmine and Midnight in Paris. The two films have very little in common but for the troubled director not being the main actor in them.  We do take some time to review the brilliance of Cate Blanchett and the pure fun of Midnight in Paris. 🎥🎥🎬🎬 Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the 1992 Clint Eastwood revisionist western Unforgiven. We talk about the plot, the characters, and explore the varied narratives of this Oscar winning gem. 🎬🎬🎥🎥 Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we explore what Disney did between 1986-1989. Michael Eisner took over the company and struggled at first. However, shrinking kids  a mermaid movie, and discovering a way to distribute adult oriented films  helped prop Disney back up at heights not reached since the death of Walt Disney. Have a listen. 🎥🎥🎬🎬 Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we discuss 20 films that deserved to win Best Picture at the Oscars. 10 of them actually indeed won and we affirm those. 10 of them did NOT win and we make the case.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Jeremy Richey about his upcoming book titled, Sylvia Kristel From Emanuelle to Chabrol. We talk about the life, loves,  career, and sad death of the the Dutch actress. Jeremy sheds light on the ups and downs of Sylvia Kristel and movies she might have been cast in as well. https://www.cultepics.com/product-detail/sylvia-kristel-from-emmanuelle-to-chabr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Chris Korman, son of Harvey Korman. We talk about Harvey’s career and what life was like being raised by a Hollywood legend. Chris was nice enough to spend lots of time sharing stories about Carol Burnett, Mel Brooks, and many other famous people. We also talk about a touching book that Chris wrote about growing up with his father. This is a lovely con...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the comedy team of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello. We visit with Chris Costello, the lovely daughter of the great Lou Costello.  We talk about life with Lou, his relationship to partner Bud Abbott. We also highlight some of their films. Please click on the picture and you’ll hear the podcast. 🎬🎬 https://www.amazon.com/Chris-Costello/e/B001KHRL3Q%3Fref=...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Eddie Muller-yes that Eddie Muller, about the 1946 film noir The Postman Always Rings Twice.  TCM’s Czar of Noir talks about the cast and plot of the MGM classic. We talk a little about Noir in general and how Eddie Muller got interested in the genre as well. We’re grateful of the opportunity to pick the brain of the great Eddie Muller. Enjoy. 🎥🎥🎬🎬...

Send us Fan Mail We are celebrating our 200th episode. We revisit some of our best shows and interviews. Have a listen! Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s podcast episode, we talk with Ben Model about silent films. Ben is a college instructor, as well as a composer of scores for silent films. Ben will be at the Kansas Silent Film Festival February 24-26 in Topeka, Kansas. https://www.facebook.com/KansasSilentFilmFestival/ http://undercrankproductions.com/ silentfilmmusic.com silentcomedywatchparty.com youtube.com/sile...

Send us Fan Mail This is an episode that was accidentally deleted. It was from 2020. We talked to Liane Curtis about her experiences on the Sixteen Candles set.  Lively and fun conversation with some juicy stuff coming from Liane. Enjoy.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the top 10 films Directed by William Wellman. Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we select the top 10 films of classic film director Sam Wood. Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with film enthusiast Nicole Newcomb about the 1932 Academy Award winning Grand Hotel. We talk about the production, the stars, and have a few laughs . Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with author/artist Gary Golio about his book Smile. It’s about relating children to Charlie Chaplin movies.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail We lost three legends recently. The show pays tribute to the lives and careers of Betty White, Peter Bogdanovich, and Sidney Poitier.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about five new releases: Being the Ricardos, Nightmare Alley, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Don’t Look Up, and House of Gucci. We rate the films and talk about the theater experience again.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the hidden gem Breakdown starring Kurt Russell. In it, his wife (Kathleen Quinlan) is kidnapped by a group of rednecks. We talk about the plot, the characters, the cast. We especially acknowledge the greatness of the late JT Walsh. He’s fabulous in this one. Listen and enjoy. No spoilers.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the first Christmas films. You might be surprised to discover they go back to 1898. Have a listen.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail Here is a top 20 list of the best Christmas movies over the last two decades.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the 1983 classic A Christmas Story. We talk about Jean Shepherd, the creator and narrator of the film. We talk about the cast and characters and conduct a where are they now? Merry Christmas. Enjoy.  Thanks for listening!