Forgotten Hollywood JLJ Media
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- TV & Film
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Producer/Creator/Host Doug Hess takes you on a journey back in time and shares with you pieces. of Hollywood you may or may not have known about!
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Episode 238- Bette Midler with Author Kevin Winkler
Episode 238 Kevin Winkler about his book "On Bette Midler: An Opinionated Guide"
In this episode, I spoke with Kevin Winkler about his book "On Bette Midler: An Opinionated Guide". Bette Midler today is a beloved legacy star, best known for her comic witch in Disney's Hocus Pocus (1993) and its 2022 sequel. -
Episode 237- Elizabeth Taylor with Author Matthew Kennedy
In this episode, I spoke with Matthew Kennedy about his book "On Elizabeth Taylor: An Opinionated Guide". A sweeping look at the career of a truly singular Hollywood star.
In the oceans of ink devoted to the monumental movie star/businesswoman/political activist Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor (1932-2011), her beauty and not-so-private life frequently overshadowed her movies. While she knew how to generate publicity like no other, her personal life is set aside in this volume in favor of her professional oeuvre and unique screen dynamism. -
Episode 236- The Fixer with Josh Young and Manfred Westphal
In this episode, I spoke with Josh Young and Manfred Westphal about their book The Fixer: Moguls, Mobsters, Movie Stars, and Marilyn. A riveting tell-all biography that delves into the extraordinary life of Hollywood’s most infamous private detective and “fixer” to the stars, revealing newly discovered shocking revelations from his never-before-seen investigative files.
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Episode 235- The Cavalry Trilogy with Author Michael F Blake
In this episode I spoke with Michael F. Blake on his latest book "The Cavalry Trilogy: John Ford, John Wayne, And The Making Od Three Classic Westerns". Like other filmmakers in post-WWII Hollywood, John Ford (already a three-time Best Directing Oscar winner), longed for the freedom and independence to make his own films, away from the dictates of studio executives. Then, in 1946, Ford and producer Merian C. Cooper (King Kong) decided to form their own production company, Argosy Productions. But their first venture was a financial flop, burdening the new company with heavy debt.
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Episode 234- History vs Hollywood w/Author MJ Trow
In this episode, I spoke with author M.J. Trow about his book "History vs Hollywood: How the Past is Filmed". Film studios have been making historical movies now for over a century. In that time, thousands of films have been made covering not just centuries but millennia.
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Episode 233- Revisiting Killin' Generals with author Dwayne Epstein
In this episode, I discuss with author Dwayne Epstein and his book "Killin' Generals: The Making of The Dirty Dozen, the Most Iconic WW II Movie of All Time". It has been a year since we spoke with Dwayne, and he has come back to discuss the past year regarding his book. An explosive inside look at The Dirty Dozen, the star-studded war film that broke the rules, shocked the critics, thrilled audiences, and became an all-time classic . .
Customer Reviews
For every movie buff…
this podcast is a must-listen!
Doug has some interesting guests/subjects. I’ve learned about a number of new film books that might have escaped my intention. Doug’s interviewing style is very relaxed and informal which makes it sound like two old friends are talking film.
Bravo!
Great stuff
Really enjoyed listening to Doug. What a great voice. Excellent material!
So so
Ok- I love the idea of this so I’m going to keep listening - although I was very disappointed in Doris Day episode. Since that was one of earliest ones I’m going to hope it gets better than this - moderator is difficult to listen to because of hesitancy - stops and starts and - not well prepared. Got facts wrong - repeated things several times - just disappointing-