History Thru Film

Curtis Allen
  • 4.5 (13)
  • TV & Film

Based on a high school film class I teach, this podcast focuses on films that reflect society and history from a variety of time periods. We also discuss films that are influenced by specific historical events no matter if they are fact or fiction! Find us on iTunes, YouTube, Stitcher, and PodOmatic. Follow us on Twitter @HistoryThruFilm & support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/HistoryThruFilm

  1. 08/02/2018

    20. Our Tom Cruise Episode

    Will Meier and I discuss every Tom Cruise film, why pound for pound he's the best action star around, and if I have a secret man crush! Follow me on Twitter @HistoryThruFilm Fins our episodes on Podomatic and iTunes

    20. Our Tom Cruise Episode

  2. 06/28/2018

    19. Tag, FIFA World Cup coverage, and other Summer movie stuff!

    Will Meier and I are back to discuss a lot of Summer topics including films we've seen, The World Cup, and a lot more! @HistoryThruFilm Follow us on iTunes and Podomatic!

    19. Tag, FIFA World Cup coverage, and other Summer movie stuff!

  3. 05/25/2018

    18. Solo: A Star Wars Story SPOILER Review

    We discuss the long awaited Solo film. What worked? What didn't? Join Alex Winkler, Will Meier, Jenni Leaton, Nic Madelen and I as we break it down! Twitter: @HistoryThruFilm iTunes and Podomatic

    18. Solo: A Star Wars Story SPOILER Review

  4. 04/27/2018

    17. Avengers Infinity War Reaction - SPOILERS

    SPOILERS SPOILERS SPOILERS! Alex Winkler and I try to comprehend what we witnessed in the newest, greatest Avengers film! WE WILL DISCUSS SPOILERS - please see this movie first before listening!!!!

    17. Avengers Infinity War Reaction - SPOILERS

  5. 04/24/2018

    16. Favorite Horror Films

    Are you a fan of horror films? What scares you? Join me and some students from my 6th hour psychology class as we discuss some of our favorite horror films and why they scare us! Twitter @HistoryThruFilm Subscribe on iTunes and Podomatic

    16. Favorite Horror Films

  6. 04/04/2018

    15. Favorite Disney Films

    I'm joined by Will Meier, Katie George, Jenni Leaton, and Kerri Rodden to discuss our favorite animated Disney films with a touch of personal stories and historical information! Follow us on Twitter @HistoryThruFilm and subscribe on iTunes and Podomatic.

    15. Favorite Disney Films

  7. 03/22/2018

    14. The Joker Analysis

    On this special episode, Nic Madelen, Will Meier, and students from my 7th hour History Thru Film class discuss and analyze the different incarnations of the Joker from 1966, 1989, and 2008 Batman movies! Twitter @HistoryThruFilm Subscribe on iTunes and Podomatic

    14. The Joker Analysis

  8. 03/16/2018

    13. WWII Propaganda - Disney, The Great Dictator, and Casablanca

    On this episode, I discuss the fascinating contribution Walt Disney made to the WWII home front effort, Charlie Chaplin's satirical jab at Hitler, and the classic propaganda film Casablanca! Follow us on Twitter @HistoryThruFilm and subscribe on iTunes and Podomatic.

    13. WWII Propaganda - Disney, The Great Dictator, and Casablanca
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About

Based on a high school film class I teach, this podcast focuses on films that reflect society and history from a variety of time periods. We also discuss films that are influenced by specific historical events no matter if they are fact or fiction! Find us on iTunes, YouTube, Stitcher, and PodOmatic. Follow us on Twitter @HistoryThruFilm & support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/HistoryThruFilm

Information

  • Creator
    Curtis Allen
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2018
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 Curtis Allen
  • Show Website
    History Thru Film