Cinema Chat With David Heath

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! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the huge changes Disney went through in the first half of the 1980’s. The films would be a different flavor.  There is a management change. We also talk about the opening of EPCOT Center in Florida. We also talk about the launch of the Disney Channel.  Be sure to check out the accompanying episode where we talked with Director David Wechter about his...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with director David Wechter about the 1980 Disney film Midnight Madness. We talk about working with Michael J. Fox, Paul Reubens, and Stephen Furst. David talks about dealing with studio head Ron Miller. We also talk about how the film is a departure from traditional Disney movies and why Disney decided not to promote it. It eventually became a huge cult fi...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode, we talk about the foils of our favorite old comedy stars and teams. Edgar Kennedy appeared  with Laurel and Hardy, the Marx Brothers and Harold Lloyd. Just to name a few. We talk about the foils as well as some of the leading ladies of some of the great classic comedies. Different than any other show, we talk about the important bit players. Enjoy.  Thanks...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we nail down the top 10 films by director John Ford.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the Zack Snyder Justice League cut. You’ll hear rantings about comic book movie fatigue but still a fair analysis of this film.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we have a special guest, Joseph McBride. He just completed a decades long project, a book about director Billy Wilder. We talk about Joseph’s visits with the great director. We also talk about meeting Jack Lemmon  for lunch. This was a passion project and we were happy to talk with Joseph about the book and so much more. Be sure to buy the book at a local bookstore...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the 1998 neo-noir A Simple Plan. The film stars Bill Paxton, Billy Bob Thornton, and Bridgette Fonda. We talk about the cast and the thick and unraveling story.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Dominic Buono. We compare each other’s top ten 80s action movies. We also talk about who the action hero king of the 80s is. Lots of fun. Enjoy.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with entertainer Scott Ratner about the 1932 comedy, Trouble In Paradise. We talk about why it’s Scott’s favorite film. We talk about the actors, plot, and the “Lubitsch touch.”  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we label the top 10 Howard Hawks films.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with film expert and classic blonde enthusiast April VeVea about the life, loves, and career of Hollywood beauty Carole Landis. We also talk about her sad and unfortunate death.  Be sure to check out April’s website  https://classicblondes.com/ Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the 1950 Billy Wilder classic, Sunset Boulevard. We talk about Billy Wilder, the stars, and the story.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with independent filmmaker Shaun Rose about his film, Making and Unmaking. We talk about various Hollywood topics as well.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with one of our favorite guests, Carrie Specht. Carrie helps break down the film. Carrie  also talks about her appearance on TCM with Ben Mankewicz, where she helped introduce the film. Enjoy, and please check out Carrie’s terrific website and Facebook page.  https://www.facebook.com/ClassicFilmFan/ Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk with filmmakers Michael Glover and Robyn Rosenkrantz about the classic screwball comedy Arsenic and Old Lace. We talk about Cary Grant and everything else that makes this a classic.  Be sure to check out Michael and Robyn’s comedy,  https://www.brightbluegorilla.com/ Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we explore five of Charlie Chaplin’s best short films.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk to entertainer Lauren McGregor about tough girls in cinema. We highlight The Legend of Frenchie King, a western starring Brigitte Bardot and Claudia Cardinale.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this short episode, we review Cry Macho, the latest Clint Eastwood film. We also talk about a few cinema related loose ends.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about some of the A24 films and why they are different from other Hollywood fare. Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about pre code horror films and list the top 10 to watch for the Halloween season.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we discuss the 1993 film The Last Action Hero. We talk about why the film was a flop but also why you should give it a rewatch almost 30 years later.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the 1993 thriller Malice. The film stars Nicole Kidman, Bill Pullman, and Alec Baldwin. We break down the story and ask the question as to why we don’t get juicy thrillers like anymore.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Allen Ellenberger about his bio on legendary actress Miriam Hopkins.  http://allanellenberger.com/miriam-hopkins/ Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with our friend, director Glenn Andriev about the old Universal Studios films. https://m.imdb.com/name/nm0028333/ Thanks for listening!