Cinema Chat With David Heath

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the 1978 comedy thriller Foul Play. The modern classic is a bit of a love letter to Alfred Hitchcock, but is layered with wonderful humor throughout.  We talk about the performances and careers of the stars, Goldie Hawn and Chevy Chase. We talk about the tremendous supporting cast. We highlight the hilarious scenes involving Billy Barty and Dudley Moo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Donna Marie Nowak about her book titled Just Joan. It’s a Joan Crawford appreciation book. We talk about Joan’s career and our favorite Joan Crawford films.  https://www.amazon.com/Just-Joan-Crawford-Appreciation/dp/1593935420 Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we have a conversation with Ben Kasulke about his teen comedy Banana Split starring Hannah Marks, Liana Liberato, and Dylan Sprouse. We talk about the film and Ben’s directorial career. We also talk about how he went from directing horror films to a teen comedy.  We are also grateful to Mona May for talking with us about her career as a costume designer. She has a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Melody Anderson about her time on the set of Flash Gordon. Melody shares fun stories and anecdotes about the cast and crew she worked with there and also her long IMBD list. Melody retired from acting and has since begun counseling. She offers it remotely as well. http://www.counselingbymelody.com/ Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the film Crimson Tide. We discuss the performances of two legendary actors from different generations: Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk all things Flash Gordon. We have the opportunity to talk with the beautiful Melody Anderson about her memories playing Dale Arden in the 1980 film. We talk about Sam J. Jones, Dino de Laurentis, and the long list of great actors Melody worked with.  Listen to the whole show  because at the end we talk about the 1936 version starring Buster Crabbe, Jean Pete...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with actor/writer Michael McGreevey. Michael starred in two Disney features as a child actor. He eventually got paired with Kurt Russell in a few Disney films later on. Michael McGreevey is kind enough to spend some time with us to discuss working with legendary actors such as Jack Carson and Robert Culp. He also talks about fellow Disney legends such as An...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about Disney in the years leading up to the death of Walt Disney. We will talk about all the films released between 1965-1966. The time period was highlighted by That Darn Cat with Hayley Mills and the animated feature The Jungle Book.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about Disney immediately following the death of Walt Disney. We talk about Roy Disney taking over the company. While truly mediocre films were being churned out, Roy was frantically taking over brother Walt’s passion project, Walt Disney World in Orlando.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about Disney from 1955-60. We talk about the opening of Disneyland. We also talk about the films in this time. There were several classic films such as Old Yeller, The Shaggy Dog, and Sleeping Beauty.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about Disney from  1950-55. We talk about all the film releases and also Walt’s plan to open up Disneyland in Anaheim, CA. Alice In  Wonderland and Lady and the Tramp were the animated features released in this time. We dig into those.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about Disney in the early 70s. Walt is gone. Roy soon dies after the opening of Walt Disney World in Orlando.  We discuss the direction Disney goes in after the deaths of the two founders. We will discuss all of the films Disney made between 1971-1973. This will include the Disney animated  adaptation of Robin Hood.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with John O’Dowd about his new book, “Barbara Payton: A Life In Pictures.” We talk about the great photos of Barbara. We also talk about the life, loves, and movies of Barbara. The book contains hundreds of photos and there is a link below.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the 1959 Otto Preminger film Anatomy of a Murder. We talk about the groundbreaking themes, the actors (James Stewart, Lee Remick, Eve Arden, Arthur O’Connell, Ben Gazzara, George C. Scott), and the terrific jazz score by Duke Ellington.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Jeanie Von Jazz about the 1941 Technicolor film Blood and Sand. We talk about the themes, the actors, and the beautiful scenery of the dramatic film. We also about the silent version starring the great Rudolph Valentino. Click and listen! 🎬🎬🎥🎥 Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the 1971 classic fantasy film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory starring Gene Wilder. We talk about the characters and where the actors are today. We also talk about the differences between the original and the 2005 Tim Burton version called Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk to Tracey Morgan about her book,  https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/43998855-searching-for-candy . It’s about the career and family journey of the great movie comedian John Candy. We talk about his beginnings, his career, and John Candy’s beautiful personality.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the classic spaghetti western Once Upon a Time In the West. We talk about Sergio Leone, the actors, brilliant camera work, and beauty soundtrack by Ennio Morricone.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we discuss the films of the 1940s that Disney released. This includes the controversial Song of the South in 1946.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Glenn Andrew about the 1948 classic The Treasure of the Sierra Madre. We talk about Humphrey Bogart and the rest of the cast. We also talk about the cinematography and brilliant direction of John Huston.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we celebrate the King Kong films. We will talk about the original starring the beautiful Fay Wray in 1933. We also talk about the Dino De Laurentis 1976 version. Then there are the more recent one from 2005 directed by Peter Jackson.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Tim Lefler about his biography on Mabel Normand. We talk about her early life, her film career, and her relationships. Mabel was involved in two murder cases as well and we talk about that. We also talk about her unfortunate death. https://books.google.com/books?id=grHuCwAAQBAJ&printsec=frontcover&source=gbs_ge_summary_r&cad=0#v=onepage&amp...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk to Glenn Andriev about his 2001 thriller Sharp and Sudden. The film stars Rosemary Gore. We talk about the plot and Glenn’s inspiration for the film. Click on the pic and listen.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with  film historian  Tracey Goessel about her attendance of the 24th Annual Kansas Silent Film Festival. We talk to her about her biography about Douglas Fairbanks. We also talk her wonderful work with the Biograph Project. The goal for the Biograph Project is to preserve all the early Biograph silent films.  https://www.facebook.com/filmpreservationsociet...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we celebrate our 100th show! We review some of the best shows and guests.  Thanks for listening!