Jeff Torowski

The Actors Room

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This show is based primarily on comments by host Jeff Torowski about popular documentaries.

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Jeff Torowski

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Latest episode

Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

Ep163 - Marlon Brando's "The Duke in His Domain" by Truman Capote 29.06.2026

Author Truman Capote's biopic piece on Marlon Brando is dissected in The Actors Room.

Ep162 - The Crash (2026) Mackenzie Shirilla 01.06.2026

The Actors Room dives into the most popular documentary on Netflix.  The location of this tragic story of Strongsville, Ohio is my home.  "The Crash" happened just around the corner.  Join me as you get a different objective and opinion about the horrific occurance.  Two innocent young men lost thier lives on July 31st of 2022 when a Toyota Camry slammed into the corner of a brick business buildin...

Ep161 - Laurence Fuller Interview 27.05.2026

Laurence Fuller is a multi-talented artist, classically trained at the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theater. His passions are grounded in Shakespeare and poetry. As an actor, he was done tremendous work in Independant Film. He has also dove into the depths of visual art collaborating with artists such as Val Kilmer and Vincent D'Onofrio.

Ep160 - Tootsie (1982) 18.05.2026

Dustin Hoffman gives one of the most versative performances in cinema history.  Tootsie is a touching film filled with tremendous acting and directing.

Ep159 - The Last Temptation of Christ (1988) 03.04.2026

Martin Scorcese directs one of the most controversial films of all time called "The Last Temptation of Christ." The film stars Willem Dafoe as Jesus, Barbara Hershey as Mary Magdalene and Harvey Keitel as Judas.    

Ep158 - An Open Secret (2014) 23.03.2026

Amy Berg directs a documentary based on child-actors being sexually abused within the Hollywood film industry.  This subject matter is sensitive material.  The Actors Room will do its best to keep calm in explaining my thoughts on the subject.  Please remember these are just my opinions and people should do their own research on such matters.

Ep157 - Russell Sams Recap 12.03.2026

The Actors Room gives a behind the scenes look into its first interview.  It was a wonderful experience.  Thank you once again, Russell.  You made my year!

Ep156 - Russell Sams Interview Pt.2 05.03.2026

The Russell Sams Interview continues with details about his audition and performance in the cult classic film "Rules of Attraction." Russell also gives insight on his love for acting and his workshop called "The Actors Way In." This episode is filled with amazing content you can only find in The Actors Room. Below are links to all of Russell Sams sites: https://russellsams.com/ 8 Steps to Your Bes...

Ep155 - Russell Sams Interview Pt.1 26.02.2026

The Actor's Room interviews the talented actor and director Russell Sams .  Many topics of his life and career are discussed in the first part of the journey.  This artist knows what the business is all about and what it takes to succeed. Russell reveals how he got to Los Angeles, and the struggle to get his foot into the door. What led up to Russell getting the opportunity to be in the cult class...

Ep154 - Taxi Driver (1976) 16.02.2026

Watching Taxi Driver is like having a fevered dream and not being able to wake up.  Robert DeNiro gives one of the best performances of his career.  The Actors Room highlights this Martin Scorcese film that defined the character of New York City in the middle 1970's.

Ep153 - Harrison Ford 02.02.2026

Mr. Harrison Ford is one of the most successful actors of all time.  He has given us epic characters such as Han Solo and Indiana Jones to enjoy.  The Actors Room highlights his life and acting career.  You may also learn more about the man you didn't know.

Ep152 - Rob Reiner 21.12.2025

Rob Riener was one of the finest directors of his generation.  The Actors Room analyzes his six most popular films.  We also delve into the heart-wrenching story behind his death.

Ep151 - Rosemary's Baby (1968) 30.10.2025

Roman Polanski not only directed Rosemary's Baby, but he also adapted the screenplay from the Ira Levin novel of the same name.  Most consider this film to be one of the greatest Horror classics ever made.  Paramount Executive Robert Evans had a vision to produce Rosemary's Baby and played a big part in putting it all together by casting the right actors.  The Actors Room delves into what it took...

Ep150 - Zodiac (2007) 20.10.2025

David Fincher directed this entertaining and mysterious film in 2007 called "Zodiac."  The Actors Room podcast highlights both the movie and the case.  Jake Gyllenhaal, Robert Downey Jr. and Mark Ruffalo give memorable performances to a very underrated classic.

Ep149 - Robert Redford 22.09.2025

Robert Redford was a legend.  The Actor's Room podcast pays tribute to one of the most influential artists of the century.  He was not only a beautiful man but also a great actor, director, producer and environmentalist.  He also created The Sundance Institute to nurture Independant film making.  They don't make them like Bob Redford anymore...that's for sure.

Ep148 - The Wonder Years (1988) 11.08.2025

American suburbia of the 1970's is captured in a sitcom that walked a fine line between comedy and drama.  It was the writing of this show that made for tear-jerking moments at the end of each episode.  The Actors Room highlights a special show and all the characters and actors that helped to make it great.

Ep147 - American Murder: Laci Peterson (2024) 28.07.2025

Laci Peterson went missing on Christmas Eve of 2002.  Her husband Scott was suspicious from the start of the investigation.  The Actors Room will highlight the documentary put out by Netflix and give it's take on everything surrounding this shocking story.  

Ep146 - Nicolas Cage 14.07.2025

Nicolas Coppola/Cage is an artistic force in the entertainment industry.  The Actor's Room will highlight the Academy Award winning actor by giving insight into his childhood, early career and other acting accolades.

Ep145 - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975) 18.06.2025

Kirk Douglas and Michael Douglas were the driving force behind bringing "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" to the stage and screen.  Ken Kesey's popular novel is brought to life on the screen starring Jack Nicholson and Louise Fletcher.  One of the greatest movies of the 1970's is highlighted in The Actors Room podcast hosted by Jeff Torowski.

Ep144 - John Malkovich 21.04.2025

Presence and mystique are two words that best describe the one and only John Malkovich.  He has mastered both the stage and the screen.  John continues to act and direct all around the world.  He is one of the most well respected artists of the past 50 years.

Ep143 - Martin Scorsese 14.04.2025

Martin Scorsese brings life to the screen like no other.  His work brings us colorful characters and engaging relationships.  The Actors Room will highlight the artist that brought us Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, Goodfellas and The Wolf and Wall Street.

Ep142 - Val Kilmer 08.04.2025

The Actors Room Podcast pays a short tribute to an artist that captivated the lives of everyone around him with his pure talent and engaging personality.  Val Kilmer will leave a mark on the entertainment world that will never be forgotten.  Please join me as I touch on some of the work he has done and other observations of mine about the man, the actor and legend.

Ep141 - Michelle Pfeiffer 23.03.2025

Michelle Pfeiffer is regared as one of the most talented and beautiful actresses of all time.  She possesses a broad palate of talent that includes drama, comedy and musical abilities.  The Actors Room Podcast does its best to highlight this enchanting artist.

Ep140 - Gene Hackman 16.03.2025

Gene Hackman was a force of nature.  He cared deeply about acting and the process that made him one of the greatest actors of his generation.  Hackman won 2 Academy Awards for his performances in "The French Connection" and "Unforgiven."  The Actors Room Podcast pays tribute to one of the best character actors of all time.

Ep139 - Brats (2024) 21.06.2024

The Actors Room Podcast highlights Andrew McCarthy's documentary about "The Brat Pack."

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