George Seaton - Master Film Maker: A Retrospective of the Brilliant Golden Age Writer/Director
The Variety Attic with Nick & Glenn
Release Date: 06/30/2021
"The Devil Made Me Do It" ... the 1970's obsession, with Demonic Possession
The Variety Attic with Nick & Glenn
Join us, Nick & Glenn, as we take an in depth look at the many films and books that appeared throughout the 1970’s about demonic possession. We explore the notion that this was due to - first the novel, The Exorcist (by William Peter Blatty) – and then a few years later, William Friedken’s iconic film. In this podcast, while acknowledging the 1973 film The Exorcist for the brilliant, horror masterpiece that it is, we also discuss some of the other excellent films from the 1970’s that aptly dealt with the devil – then in contrast – delve into the slew of poorly made films from...
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The Werewolf...in legend, and film
The Variety Attic with Nick & Glenn
Join us, Nick & Glenn, as we delve into the fascinating and terrifying enigma of the Werewolf - in both legend and film. We spend time on the many fantastic aspects of the werewolf legend - talk about lycanthropy in stories & novels - and review what are considered the best of classic werewolf movies. As usual, we discuss and comment on the films chosen, with audio clips from such horror classics as The Wolf Man, The Undying Monster, The Werewolf, The Beast Must Die, The Howling, and several others. This is a unique, and scarily fun podcast - don't miss it.
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"Tomorrow Is Forever" - A Variety Attic One-Off
The Variety Attic with Nick & Glenn
Join us, Nick & Glenn, as we present for this Fall - the magnificent, classic film "Tomorrow Is Forever" - as a Variety Attic One-Off (where we discuss only ONE film). This beautiful Golden Age film, is a serious and compelling love story - about the sacrifices & decisions people make when faced with wartime situations, and in general - life's adversity. Tomorrow is Forever was directed by Irving Pichel, and stars Claudette Colbert, Orson Wells, & George Brent. It is also the film debut of both Richard Long, and a seven year old Natalie Wood. As usual - we discuss,...
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"Can't Help Falling In Love" - & Other Pop Hits Borrowed From Classical Greats
The Variety Attic with Nick & Glenn
Join us, Nick & Glenn, on this special podcast where we look at - and listen to - songs from popular twentieth century music - which were taken or borrowed from great classical works, dating as far back as the eighteenth century. As we delve into various twentieth century songwriters, and their brilliant adaptations of classical pieces from Beethoven and Chopin, to Debussy and Puccini - we compare and contrast the original composition, with the updated pop gold hit. As always, we discuss, reference and enjoy audio clips of such 20th century musical artists as Elvis Presley, The Toys,...
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"Miracle in the Rain" - A Variety Attic One-Off
The Variety Attic with Nick & Glenn
Join us, Nick & Glenn, as we showcase for this June - the wonderful, classic film “Miracle in the Rain” – as a Variety Attic One-Off (where we discuss only ONE film). This beautiful film from the Golden Age of Hollywood, is an intelligent, realistic yet sentimental tale of loneliness, love, loss, and faith - that all unfolds in a mid-20th century tale of New York. Written by the legendary Ben Hecht, and directed by Rudolph Mate – Miracle in the Rain stars Jane Wyman, Van Johnson, Eileen Heckart, and a host of fabulous supporting actors – which make it a movie of great stature. As...
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The Master of Italian Film Horror - Mario Bava
The Variety Attic with Nick & Glenn
Join us, Nick & Glenn, as we pay tribute to the master of Italian Horror Films – the wonderful Italian Writer, Cinematographer & Legendary Director – Mario Bava. Mario Bava, also referred to as the “Master of the Macabre”, was responsible for many films that were known for their distinctive visual flair, stylish technical ingenuity, and modest budgets. Bava’s films could be tales of the supernatural, horror epics, or murder mysteries – which were like no other mysteries filmed at the time. In addition to sharing audio clips from Bava classics such as ”I Vampiri,"...
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Martha Raye & Kate Smith: 2 Great Singers - not Forgotten, but Untapped
The Variety Attic with Nick & Glenn
Join us, Nick & Glenn, as we pay tribute to two great women, Martha Raye & Kate Smith - their unbelievable careers of 5 decades plus, and their contributions to three US War efforts. As we delve into what these two performers brought to the table artistically, vocally, and as humanitarians - we explore the great cannon of talent and dedication that each possessed, which we feel has been "untapped" in recent years. As always, we illustrate our theme with fabulous music clips, facts, and discussion. If you appreciate great singing, great talent, and great music - this one's for you.
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"Diagnosis Mystery" - The Fine elements of a Great Mystery
The Variety Attic with Nick & Glenn
Join us, Nick & Glenn, as we delve extensively - into what elements make a great mystery - for books, film, and television. As we probe the fact that the world loves a great mystery - we cover Sherlock Holmes & Agatha Christie, Charlie Chan, Edgar Wallace, Ellery Queen, and the Hardy Boys, up to the era of the Italian Giallo - clearly proving that the public can't get enough of a great murder mystery. We also review and discuss the many film mysteries made in the 20th century - from silent film, through the golden era, up to the present. That present status, is a topic we talk about...
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The Original Scream Queens - Barbara Steele & Barbara Shelley
The Variety Attic with Nick & Glenn
Join us, Nick & Glenn, as we pay tribute to two veterans of classic film horror from the 1950's through the 1970's - Barbara Steele & Barbara Shelley. Long before Jamie Lee Curtis (of "Halloween" fame) hit the scene, two of cinema's original scream queens, Barbara Steele & Barbara Shelley left an indelible mark in film history - with their many portrayals of heroines and villainess' in classic horror movies for almost three decades. We discuss their wonderful acting abilities and great on-screen presence, play clips, delve into their professional paths - and prove why...
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WEREWOLF IN A GIRL'S DORMITORY - A Variety Attic One-Off
The Variety Attic with Nick & Glenn
Join us, Nick & Glenn - as we offer you what we call a Variety Attic "One-Off" (where we discuss only one film) - our first film being, "Werewolf In a Girl's Dormitory" - a wonderful Euro-Horror classic from the 1960's. This somewhat obscure Italian/German horror film, which over the years has gained an amazing cult following, is considered a classic of the genre. As always, we discuss many aspects of the film - play clips, & provide fun facts.
info_outlineJoin us, Nick & Glenn, as we pay tribute to one of the most talented, diverse, and brilliant film directors and writer of all time - George Seaton.
As we probe into the achievements of Seaton, we discuss the superb "Golden Age" writer/director who crafted many of Hollywood's greatest and Academy Award winning films, and the movies themselves - ranging from Stage Door to the original Airport.
As always, we play and discuss film clips, from great movies such as The Song of Bernadette, Junior Miss, and the original Miracle on 34th Street.
If you love excellently crafted films of distinction, and exciting box office hits as well - this podcast is one you will really enjoy.