Cinema 100

Robert Gifford / William Delzeith
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Welcome to “Cinema 100,” where we embark on a captivating cinematic journey through time, exploring the finest films from 1927 to the present day, in chronological order. Join Will and I as we delve into the heart of each movie, dissecting its narrative intricacies, and drawing connections to the socio-political landscapes of its era. From the silent era's birth to the digital age's innovation, we not only showcase cinematic masterpieces but also unravel the historical tapestry that weaves them into the fabric of our shared human experience.

  1. 4 FEB

    Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Modern Times" & "Mr. Deeds Goes To Town"

    1936 Ep 1 - S3E(8) "Modern Times" Directed By: Charlie Chaplin Release Date: February 25th, 1936 "Mr. Deeds Goes To Town" Directed By: Frank Capra Release Date: April 12th 1936 In 1936, two films proved cinema could do more than entertain it could defend the dignity of the little guy and remind the world what hope looks like. A year when Hollywood balanced laughter with a sharp look at the world outside the theater. First, Charlie Chaplin’s Modern Times turns the chaos of the machine age into timeless comedy, as the Little Tramp struggles to keep his humanity in an increasingly industrial world. Then, Frank Capra’s Mr. Deeds Goes to Town delivers heart and humor, following a small-town dreamer who inherits a fortune and challenges the cynicism of big-city power. Together, these films remind us that kindness, dignity, and a good laugh can still push back against hard times. Enjoy the show

    1h 46m

  2. 20 JAN

    Cinema 100 - "1936 Draft" Selection Show

    It’s 1936, and Hollywood is sitting at the absolute peak of its studio power. The Great Depression still hangs over the country, but the movies are booming—palaces filled every night with audiences looking for escape, glamour, and hope. The studio system runs with factory precision: MGM sells polish and prestige, Warner Bros. leans into grit and social realism, and directors are becoming stars in their own right. Sound is no longer a novelty—it’s refined, confident, and shaping performance itself. But looming over all of it is the Production Code, tightening its grip, quietly signaling the end of Hollywood’s wild adolescence. This is a year of confidence… right before the rules change. Robert and Will selection show for the 1936 draft.

    1h 4m

  3. 19 JAN

    Cinema 100 - 1935 Oscars *MINI EPISODE*

    Will and Robert choose their respected winners in the major Oscar categories out of the movies they watched from the year 1935. Who will win the big awards for Actor, Actress, Director and what was their best movie of the year. Be sure to play along for ultimate enjoyment.

    30 min

  4. 7 JAN

    Cinema 100 - "An Inn In Tokyo"

    1935 Episode 4 (6) "An Inn In Tokyo" Directed By: Yasujiro Ozu Release Date: November 21st, 1935 Tonight’s film takes us far from Hollywood glamour and straight into the quiet corners of everyday survival. An Inn in Tokyo, released in 1935, comes from Yasujirō Ozu—often known for family dramas—but this film shows a harsher, more vulnerable side of his world. Set during the Great Depression in Japan, it follows a father and his two young sons drifting from job to job, inn to inn, clinging to dignity as poverty closes in. There’s no melodrama here, no grand speeches—just small gestures, fleeting kindness, and the weight of circumstances pressing down on ordinary people. It’s a modest film in scale, but emotionally devastating, capturing how resilience and love persist even when stability disappears.

    1h 13m

  5. 17/12/2025

    Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Mutiny on the Bounty" & "Captain Blood"

    1935 Episode 3 (4) "Mutiny on the Bounty" Directed By: Frank Lloyd Release Date: November 8th, 1935 "Captain Blood" Directed By: Michael Curtiz December 19th, 1935 Tonight’s double feature takes us to the high seas—where honor is tested, authority is challenged, and adventure is forged in salt and blood. First up is 1935’s Mutiny on the Bounty, a sweeping epic of tyranny versus conscience, anchored by Charles Laughton’s unforgettable Captain Bligh and a young Clark Gable standing up to absolute power. Famously, Laughton so terrified the cast during production that even between takes he refused to break character, creating an atmosphere as oppressive as the ship itself. Then we set sail with Errol Flynn in Captain Blood, the film that helped define the swashbuckler—romantic, rebellious, and propelled by pure cinematic momentum. In fact, Flynn was such an unknown at the time that the studio barely promoted him, only to watch a star be born almost overnight. Together, these films represent Hollywood at its most grand and idealistic, when the ocean became a stage for moral conflict, daring escapes, and the eternal question: when does obedience become injustice?

    1h 44m

  6. 03/12/2025

    Cinema 100 - DOUBLE FEATURE: "Top Hat" & "A Night at the Opera" D

    1935 Episode 2 (3) - "Top Hat" Directed By: Mark Sandrich Release Date: August 29th, 1935 "A Night at the Opera" Directed By: Sam Wood Release Date: November 15th, 1935 Welcome back to Cinema 100, where we dive into the films that defined their eras—and sometimes saved them. Tonight, we’re stepping into 1935 with a true double bill of movie magic: Top Hat and A Night at the Opera. On one side, you’ve got Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers gliding across Art Deco dreamscapes, turning elegance into its own kind of special effect. On the other, the Marx Brothers are dismantling high society one gag at a time, proving that chaos—when properly orchestrated—is a legitimate art form. These films hit theaters during the Great Depression, yet they lifted spirits, set standards, and shaped Hollywood’s idea of what entertainment could be. So lace up your dancing shoes, grab your contract from Otis B. Driftwood, and settle in. This is 1935 at its most dazzling and delirious.

    1h 30m

  7. 13/11/2025

    Cinema 100 - "Bride of Frankenstein"

    1935 Episode 1 (2) - "Bride of Frankenstein" Directed By: James Whale Release Date: April 22, 1935 What if the Monster didn’t die? What if, after the smoke cleared and the villagers went home, the story of Frankenstein had one more terrifying heartbeat left? That’s exactly where James Whale takes us in 1935’s The Bride of Frankenstein — a sequel that doesn’t just reanimate the monster, it reanimates the entire genre. This isn’t your typical follow-up. It’s weirder, wilder, and smarter — equal parts horror and dark comedy, all wrapped in gothic style and electricity. Boris Karloff gives the Monster a soul, Elsa Lanchester gives the Bride a legend, and Whale gives us one of the most striking films of the decade. So light the candles, clear the lab table — because tonight, we bring The Bride of Frankenstein to life. This episode special guest is David Garrett of the "Journey with a Cinephile" podcast. Be sure to check him out on Spotify!

    1h 39m

  8. 09/10/2025

    Cinema 100 - 1935 Draft & 1934 Oscars

    SEASON 3 is officially upon us and Will and Robert are excited to dive into the second half of the decade. Hollywood’s golden engine was running at full speed. The Great Depression still lingered, but on the silver screen, audiences found escape. The studio system ruled — MGM, Warner Bros, Paramount — each churning out dreams by the week. Technicolor was starting to pop, but shadows of the past still haunted the frame. Comedy thrived with A Night at the Opera, horror evolved with The Bride of Frankenstein, and adventure soared in Captain Blood. Film was no longer just novelty — it was industry, it was art, and in 1935, it proved it could be both. This is 1935 Draft!

    1h 24m
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Welcome to “Cinema 100,” where we embark on a captivating cinematic journey through time, exploring the finest films from 1927 to the present day, in chronological order. Join Will and I as we delve into the heart of each movie, dissecting its narrative intricacies, and drawing connections to the socio-political landscapes of its era. From the silent era's birth to the digital age's innovation, we not only showcase cinematic masterpieces but also unravel the historical tapestry that weaves them into the fabric of our shared human experience.

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    Robert Gifford / William Delzeith
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