Cinema Chat With David Heath

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the film noir Scarlet Street starring  Edward G. Robinson and Joan Bennett. It came out in 1945 and was directed by Fritz Lang.  We also  talk about the film made a year before by the same three people called The Woman in the Window. It was a very similar plot and style.  We talk about the reason why Fritz Lang wanted to make such a similar film.  Tha...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Laini Giles about silent film star Olive Thomas. Olive Thomas had promise to be a huge star of Hollywood until her sudden death of poisoning in 1920. Laini  wrote a book called The Forgotten Flapper: A Novel of Olive Thomas. We break down the life and career of the beautiful and talented Olive Thomas and her sudden death.  https://www.goodreads.com/boo...

Send us Fan Mail In this bonus episode, we talk to  actress Missy Doty about her experience on the Sideways film set. We talk about her experience director Alexander Payne and actor Paul Giamatti, Thomas Haden Church, and M.C. Gainey. We also talk with Missy about her long IMBD list and how she got in the business. https://m.imdb.com/name/nm1671191/ Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this bonus episode we talk with actress Lacey Rae about her experience on the set of Sideways. We talk about her experience with director Alexander Payne and also the four leads.  Lacey also opens up about the rest of her 20 year career in the business. Lacey has a new film coming out called 9 Ways to Hell. This will be available on Tubie soon.  https://www.facebook.com/LaceyRa...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with author Jeremy Richey about the 2004 film Sideways. We break down scenes from the film, the characters, and storyline. We talk about the themes and what the film means nearly 20 years later. Be sure and listen to the bonus episodes where we interview Missy Doty and Lacey Rae. Both of these beautiful ladies talk about their experience making the film. Al...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Joe Shooman about the Baz Luhrmann  film, Elvis.  Joe wrote a book entitled An A to Z of Elvis and we talk about that. We also discuss the Elvis Presley filmography and music career. We also have a lively discussion about Elvis’ infamous manager, Colonel Tom Parker. https://www.facebook.com/anatozofelvis https://books.google.com/books/about/An_A_to_Z_o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about my ten most disappointing films I saw at the movie theater. Not necessarily the worst movies ever, but the ten that made me sad compared to what I had n Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about things going on at Disney from 1990 to 1992. We talk about The Disney Channel, the Disney theme parks, and the films that came out during those years. We put emphasis on the huge hit animated feature, Aladdin.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about five movies from the 1980s (well one is from the 90s) that all made less than $20 million but are terrific films. If you haven’t seen them, seek them all out.  We talk about the plots and players of the films and why you should see them.  1. Savannah Smiles  2. The King of Comedy 3. After Hours  4. Into the Night  5. Brain Donors Listen to the podcast...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we discuss five neo-noir films from the 1970s that deserve a watch or a rewatch from everyone.  Thanks for listening! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the classic thriller Wait Until Dark. We talk about the stars, characters, plot, and production.  Thanks for listening! 

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...