The Extras Tim Millard

Animation historian Jerry Beck opens the vault to the newly launched MeTV Toons channel, airing on June 25th. Get ready to be taken behind the scenes as we delve into the collaborative efforts between Weigel Broadcasting and Warner Brothers Discovery to create the only classic animation channel available for animation fans. Jerry gives us exclusive insights into the rich lineup of content, special projects he is involved with, and how to find the channel in your local area.Links:MeTVTOO...

Join us as we review four new May Blu-ray releases with George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive.Ever wondered how a 92-year-old horror film could still send chills down your spine? Discover the turbulent production and masterful restoration of "The Mask of Fu Manchu," featuring Boris Karloff in his first major horror role with dialogue and Myrna Loy as his chilling yet captivating daughter. Learn about the meticulous process that brought this pre-code gem to life on Blu-ray, using a stunning...

Hear directly from George Feltenstein as he announces the Warner Archive's July Blu-ray releases, ranging from a Scooby-Doo double feature to an often requested Spencer Tracy Technicolor film. George provides background on each film, the new HD master, and all of the extras that are included. And he always drops some knowledge about what is being worked on for the future. There is no better way to learn about what is on the Warner Archive schedule than to hear directly from George...

What do you get when you team 3 STARS - COOPER, HEPBURN, & TAYLOR with 3 all-time great DIRECTORS in WYLER, ZINNEMANN, & MANN? Three amazing films, of course, in "The Nun's Story," "Friendly Persuasion," & "Devil's Doorway." George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast to review these three classics from the 1950s that now look better than ever in high-definition Blu-ray. We go through the superb performances in each film, the keen-eyed direction fr...

Film Historians Julie Kirgo and Alan K Rode join the podcast to traverse the dusty trails and moral complexities of the timeless Western "High Noon." The new 4K UHD release from Kino Lorber is highlighted by their new audio commentaries and we get a preview of their insights into what makes this film so enduring. Along the way we explore screenwriter Carl Foreman and the Hollywood Blacklist, why Gary Cooper was the right choice for the part of Marshall Will Kane, Katie Jurad...

In this short Bonus episode, we catch up with Arnold Leibovit, the producer behind the restored Puppetoon series. We discuss his recent Rondo Hatten award for the Best Blu-ray Collection. And then he provides background on the upcoming Flights of Fantasy event at LA's Regency Village Theater, where Arnold promises an evening of restored cinematic wonders. Expect a 4K spectacle with "War of the Worlds," a vibrant array of Puppetoons, and a heartfelt nod to Ann Robinson's legacy, wi...