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Book Vs. Movie: Bell Book and Candle
The Original 1950 Play & the 1958 Film

"Bell, Book, and Candle," released in 1958 and directed by Richard Quine, is a romantic comedy that intertwines the ordinary and the supernatural. The movie revolves around Gillian Holroyd, a beautiful and free-spirited witch who resides in Greenwich Village, New York. Her magical world turns unexpectedly when she develops feelings for her neighbor, Shepherd Henderson. This story takes place on Christmas Eve, making it a unique holiday classic.

The film is based on the 1950 play by John Van Druten and stars James Stewart and Kim Novak (who had also filmed Vertigo the same year). It showcases the hip world of the late 1950s with an unusual romance full of flights of fancy and, of course, cats!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
The work of John Van Druten.The use of witchcraft as a theme in mid-20th Century America.The cast of the 1958 film: James Stewart (Shep Henderson,) Kim Novak (Gil Holroyd,) Jack Lemmon (Nicky Holroyd,) Ernie Kovacs (Sidney Redlitch,) Hermione Gingold (Bianca De Pass,) Elsa Lanchester (Aunt Queenie Holroyd,) and Janice Rule as Merle Kittridge.
Clips used:
Gillian casts her spellBell, Book, and Candle (1958 trailer)The “Club Zodiac”Shep realizes Gil loves himShep gets meanGillian is now a humanMusic: George Duning
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Book Vs. Movie: Home for the Holidays
The Short Story by Chris Radant & the 1995 Jodie Foster Film

The Margos are getting into the holiday spirit with the cult classic Home for the Holidays, based on a 1991 short story by Chris Radant, directed by Jodie Foster. Radant’s short story appeared in the now-defunct Boston Phoenix and is based on her experience dealing with family issues during the holiday season. (You can listen to it at this clip from the storyteller Kelley Hazen: https://soundcloud.com/bruce-kelley-3/home-for-the-holidays-by-chris-radant-narrated-by-kelley-hazen

The 1995 film stars a cast of acting superstars from Robert Downey Jr to Anne Bancroft. At the time, it had middling reviews but is considered a must-watch for its fans every Thanksgiving. Adapted by W.D. Richter and includes a killer soundtrack. So which did we like better?

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
The short story that inspires the film.Jodie Foster’s career as an actor and director.The cast of the 1995 film: Holly Hunter (Claudia Larson,) Robert Downey Jr. (Tommy Larson,) Anne Bancroft (Adele Larson,) Charles Durning (Henry Larson,) Dylan McDermott (Leo Fish,) Geraldine Chaplin (Aunt Gladys,) Steve Guttenberg (Walter Wedman,) Cynthia Stevenson (Joanne Larson Wedman,) Claire Danes (Kitt Larson) and David Straithairn as Russell.
Clips used:
“Kooky Aunt Gladys”Home for the Holidays (1995 trailer)Holly Hunter gets firedRobert Downey Jr improvisesGladys’s speechTurkey dinner on Cynthia Stevenson“Sad Russell”Music: Nat King Cole
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Book Vs. Movie: The Old Man and the Sea
The 1952 Short Story by “Papa” & the 1958 Spencer Tracy Film

In this episode, the Margos review Ernest Hemingway's 1952 novella "The Old Man and the Sea" and its 1958 film adaptation featuring Spencer Tracy. The story revolves around an aging Cuban fisherman, Santiago, who embarks on a challenging battle with a massive marlin in the Gulf Stream. The novella has been adapted into several films, the most notable being the 1958 movie directed by John Sturges. If you want to know which version the Margos preferred, tune in to find out!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
The lives of both Hemingway and TracyThe SYMBOLISM!!!!!The differences between the short story and the film.The cast of the 1958 film: Spencer Tracy (Santiago,) Felipe Pazos Jr. (Manolin,) Harry Bellavar (Martin,) Don Diamond (cafe proprietor,) Don Blackman (Arm wrestler,) and Joey Ray as a gambler.
Clips used:
Charlton Heston reading “The Old Man and the Sea”The Old Man and the Sea (1958 trailer)Sontiao fights the marlinSantiago fights the sharkCharlton Heston finishes the storyTCM Host Ben Mankiewicz discusses the 1958 movie The Old Man and the Sea.Music: Dimitri Tiomkin
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Book Vs. Movie: Sweet Smell of Success

Ernest Lehman was an accomplished writer and adapter of material for the screen, known for his work on movies such as Hello Dolly!, The King and I, and Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? In 1950, he wrote an original short story, "Tell Me About It Tomorrow,” published in Cosmopolitan magazine. This story became the basis of Clifford Odet’s screenplay for the 1957 classic film Sweet Smell of Success, starring Burt Lancaster and Tony Curtis and directed by Alexander Mackendrick. The film is a gripping portrayal of media manipulation, gossip, backstabbing, and strange family relationships set in the world of New York City newspapers and the desire for fame.

If you're wondering which version the Margos liked better, listen in to find out!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
The career of Ernest LehmanGossip columnists and their power to change narratives.The differences between the short story and the film.The cast of the 1957 film: Burt Lancaster (J.J. Hunsecker,) Tony Curtis (Sidney Falco,) Susan Harrison (Susan Hunsecker,) Martin Milner (Steve Dallas,) Sam Levene (Frank D’Angelo,) Barbara Nicholas (Rita,) Jeff Donnell (Sally) and Joe Frisco as Herbie Temple.
Clips used:
JJ’s tableSweet Smell of Success (1957 trailer)“Cookie full of arsenic”“Cheek to Chico”“Cigarette girls”“Don’t do anything I wouldn’t do.”“Prisoner of your fears”“I pity you.”Music: Elmer Bernstein
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Book Vs. Movie: The Gambler
The 1978 Song & Kenny Rogers as The Gambler TV Movie
Yee ha!

The Margos' latest episode is all about the Kenny Rogers classic "The Gambler." The song was written in 1976 by Don Schlitz, who was only 26 years old at the time. It took two years before Rogers made it a number 1 hit. The song's lyrics tell the story of a chance encounter on a train between the narrator and a seasoned gambler.

The gambler imparts his wisdom about life and gambling to the narrator, offering advice including the famous lines: "You've got to know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em, know when to walk away, and know when to run. You never count your money when you're sittin' at the table; there'll be time enough for countin' when the dealin's done."

The song was so popular that it became the basis for several top-rated TV movies. The first one, "The Gambler" (1980), introduced the character of Brady Hawkes. In this film, Brady meets a young orphan named Billy Montana and takes him under his wing as they travel together.

In their latest episode, the Margos discuss both the song and the TV movie and share their thoughts on which they liked more between the 1978 song and the first TV movie. Give it a listen to find out!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
The origins of the song and the AMAZING Kenny RogersCountry music hits of the late 1970s and early 1980sTV Movie culture of the 1980sThe cast of the 1980 film: Kenny Rogers (Brady Hawkes,) Bruce Boxleitner (Billy Montana,) Christine Belford (Eliza,) Harold Gould (Arthur Stobridge,) Clu Gulager (Rufe Bennett,) Lance LeGault (Doc Palmer,) Lee Purcell (Jennie Reed,) Ronnie Scribner (Jeremiah,) Noble Willingham (Conductor,) Bruce M. Fischer (Tabor,) and Borah Silver as Botkin.
Clips used:
Kenny Rogers on The Muppet Show in 1979The Gambler TV trailerGeico Kenny Rogers Ad1991 TV adGrady meets Billy“Dear Pa” letterJennie is “asked” to join Mr. StobridgeRufe Bennett is a creep!Grady and Eliza say “goodbye.”Music: The First Edition “What Condition What My Condition...

Book Vs. Movie: Misery
The 1987 Stephen King Novel Vs. the 1990 Classic Movie

The Margos and special guest Alex Steed of the You Are Good film podcast discuss one of the best Stephen King adaptations ever--1990’s Misery.

In both the novel and the film, the characters of Paul Sheldon and Annie Wilkes are central to the story. However, there are notable differences in their portrayals. In the book, readers get a more in-depth look at the internal struggles of Sheldon, whereas the film focuses more on external conflicts.

The basic story is Sheldon is en route to deliver his manuscript to finally leave the romance literary world behind and start on a new path as a “serious writer.” When his car overturns in the Colorado snowbanks, he is seemingly “rescued’ by former nurse Wilkes, his “biggest fan.” Trouble ensues when she finds out Paul killed off his creation (and her favorite character), Misery Chastain, and she forces him to burn his new work and create a whole new literary revival of the Misery series. Wilkes is also a psychopathic killer who gets the writer hooked on drugs while he is laid up in her home.

James Caan and Kathy Bates deliver memorable performances in the film, and Bates deservedly won an Academy Award for her portrayal of Wilkes. (Though Lizzie Caplan did a fine job in the second season of Castle Rock!) There is also a stage version of the story because--of course.

Between the book & movie, which did we like more? Have a listen and find out!
In this ep, we discuss:
Stephen King's op-ed NY TimesStephen King's adaptations and his works that deal with addiction and recoveryThe unique villainry of Annie WiklesThe different versions of the story (the book, play, movie, and TV series)The differences between the 1987 novel and the Rob Reiner-directed filmThe cast of the 1990 film: James Caan (Paul Sheldon,) Kathy Bates (Annie Wilkes,) Richard Farnsworth (Sheriff Buster,) Frances Sternhargen (Deputy Virginia,) Lauren Bacall (Marcia Sindell,) Graham Jarvis (Libby,) and Jerry Potter as Pete.
Clips used:
“You killed...