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. Aug 28

    Episode #5 - Dark Side Of The Flickers: Nazi Cinema

    On Today's episode, we take a deep dive into the controversial topic of Nazi cinema. We look at the films and filmmakers who defined the National Socialist era and learn the stories behind the propaganda. Be forewarned, this is not light subject matter.

    Episode #5 - Dark Side Of The Flickers: Nazi Cinema

  2. Aug 2

    Episode #4 - City Girl (1930)

    This week we take a deep dive into F. W. Murnau's second-to-last feature, 1930's "City Girl." Bucking against the coming of sound, Murnau dug in his heels and made an understated silent masterpiece that was completely misunderstood in its time.

  3. Jul 19

    Episode #3 - King Of Jazz (1930)

    This week we take a deep dive into Universal Pictures 1930's revue "King Of Jazz," an all technicolor musical extravaganza that sank at the box office. We look at how this film came to be, the revue craze that surrounded it, Paul Whiteman and his orchestra, and the notable absence of people of color, despite the premise of being a film about jazz.

  4. Jul 5

    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.

  5. 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.

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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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  • Creator
    Nitrate Freak
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026
  • Show Website
    Behind The Flickers