Behind The Flickers

Nitrate Freak
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Dive into the stories behind the making of some of the best and worst films from the silent era and early talkies.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Episode #2 - The Man Who Laughs (1928)

    This week we look at Universal's Super Jewel Production "The Man Who Laughs" from 1928. We look at the making of the film and debate its place among the pantheon of Universal Monster films.

    10 min
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  3. Jun 28

    Episode #1 - Merry-Go-Round (1923)

    On the debut episode of "Behind The Flickers," we dive into the chaotic making of Erich Von Stroheim's "Merry-Go-Round," the first film on which he would be unceremoniously fired from the directors chair.  What remains may not bare the name of Von Stroheim, but his eccentric touch is visible all over the film that came out.

    12 min
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Dive into the stories behind the making of some of the best and worst films from the silent era and early talkies.

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    Nitrate Freak
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