Old Films, Young Eyes: A Teenage Take on Hollywood’s Golden Age (ft. Simone O. Elias)

In this episode, Eliana is here with Teenage Golden Age producer Simone Elias to talk about her new McFarland book, Old Movies, Young Eyes: A Teenage Take on Hollywood’s Golden Age. Simone O. Elias uncovers the lasting relevance of these films, showing how they foreshadowed the digital age, questioned stereotypes, and influenced icons from Lady Gaga to Taylor Swift, making old movies a surprising touchstone for today’s pop culture and social movements. Hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to preorder the book on Amazon!