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Oscar Special 12 (1947) Gentlemen's Agreement

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Release Date: 02/05/2023

Oscar Special 22 (1957) The Bridge on the River Kwai show art Oscar Special 22 (1957) The Bridge on the River Kwai

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Tyler talks about one of the greatest adventure films ever made in The Bridge on the River Kwai. As well as the cultural and sociological impact of what happens when East meets West through a forgotten nominee, Sayonara. Also included are the other nominees, Peyton Place, Witness for the Prosecution and 12 Angry Men. 

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Oscar Special 21 (1956) Around the World in 80 Days show art Oscar Special 21 (1956) Around the World in 80 Days

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Welcome to the Year of the Epic! Not only does Tyler talk about the best pic but he also demystifies Texas iconography with Giant and talks about the more realistic films of Texas. Also covered; The origin of the Oscar statue.

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Oscar Special 20 (1955) Marty show art Oscar Special 20 (1955) Marty

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Tyler talks about an often overlooked gem starring Ernest Borgnine which also got him the Oscar for Best Male Actor. Also in this episode, he reviews the Rose Tattoo, the controversial casting of Jennifer Jones in Love is a Many Splendored Thing, Mister Roberts and Picnic. 

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Oscar Special 19 (1954) On the Waterfront show art Oscar Special 19 (1954) On the Waterfront

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Join Tyler as he talks about arguably one of the greatest winners for Best Picture, On the Waterfront and how this film ushered in a new wave of actor. He also talks about the best pic nominees The Country Girl, The Caine Mutiny, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and Three Coins in the Fountain.

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Oscar Special 18 (1953) From Here to Eternity show art Oscar Special 18 (1953) From Here to Eternity

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In this episode, Tyler talks about one of the best films ever to take home the Oscar for Best Picture. As well as the tragic life of Montgomery Clift, the introduction of Widescreen and a movie that he actually liked Audrey Hepburn in. 

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Oscar Special 17 (1952) The Greatest Show On Earth show art Oscar Special 17 (1952) The Greatest Show On Earth

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In this episode, Tyler talks about Cecil B. DeMille and his tribute to the circus life, The Greatest Show on Earth. As well as the other nominees for that year. Including the first major allegorical film against McCarthyism and the red scare. How did the HUAC react to this? Take a listen to this weeks episode and find out!

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Oscar Special 16 (1951) An American in Paris show art Oscar Special 16 (1951) An American in Paris

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We are back for another exciting season! Join Tyler as he reviews and talks about a sentimental favorite and why the best pic nominees of 1951 are the most diverse set that the Oscars have had so far. A musical, a War film, hard hitting dramas and a historical Epic. 

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Oscar Special 15 (1950) All About Eve show art Oscar Special 15 (1950) All About Eve

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The 1950 Academy Awards easily has some of the best female actor performances of all time. You have Betty Davis, Anne Baxter and Gloria Swanson who were all nominated. So who took home the Oscar that year? The answer my surprise you. Join Tyler as he covers the year that brought us two defining Hollywood classic films. 

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Oscar Special 14 (1949) All The King's Men show art Oscar Special 14 (1949) All The King's Men

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Join Tyler as he talks about one of the lesser know Oscar winners and the first political dramas to take home the statue. He also reviews Twelve O'clock High, Battleground, A Letter to Three Wives and The Heiress. 

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Oscar Special 13 (1948) Hamlet show art Oscar Special 13 (1948) Hamlet

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Tyler talks about the only Shakespearean adaptation to win best picture. Does it still hold up? Take a listen and find out. He also covers the films The Snake Pit, Johnny Belinda, The Treasure of the Sierra Madre and The Red Shoes. 

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