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PODCAST

Classic American Movies

Christopher Kelly

I love showing movies to people and talking about the stories behind making them. Join me for an educational look at films throughout the years and as I interview those who make them (in a segments called "Cult Classics with Chris.)After listening to the show, please follow the pod on Instagram and Facebook .(Note: Not all films will be American, or classics). Original theme music by Nick Montalvo

tv & film film history

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Cult Classics with Chris - Ep. 14 - The Chiodo...

Classic American Movies ·

2021/01/06

Remember that movie about clowns who were aliens that were turning people into cotton candy cocoons? Oh, what about that one Ernest movie where these snot covered trolls attack a town, or that movie with the giant critter ball that wreaked havoc? Well, that was the Chiodo brothers. Starting way back in the day as children with their love of classic monster movies, Stephen, Charles and Edward Chiodo were destined to part of cult fame. Over the years, the brothers have made some of the most iconic

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Ep. 23 - White Christmas

Classic American Movies ·

2020/12/21

Merry Christmas! On a very special episode, Miriam is introduced to the 1954 classic, "White Christmas." We discuss Christmas in Germany, family traditions and how this holiday classic is still cherished.

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71:34

Cult Classics with Chris - Christmas Special - Eric...

Classic American Movies ·

2020/12/07

Ho Ho Ho!What better way to celebrate the holidays then to hear an interview with Eric Freeman of the classic 80’s film “Silent Night, Deadly Night: Part 2.” The movie went into oblivion shortly after its release, but gained a massive cult following nearly 20 years later, thanks to YouTube and Freeman’s unforgettable moment when an actor goes to take out the trash. Eric was such a great guy, and we talk about his early early interest in acting, seeing the ad for “SNDN 2” in the newspaper and the

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66:48

Cult Classics with Chris - Halloween Special - Joe...

Classic American Movies ·

2020/10/28

What better way to celebrate Halloween then to talk with the man who created a movie about a group of teens who break into a haunted house to throw one hell of a party? Joe incorporated real stories of possession and made the movie that pushed the terrified group of kids in a haunted house genre to the next level. We also talk about real stories of possession, his life long fascination with the occult and spirit world and his personal accounts of hauntings.

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Ep. 22 - The Cell

Classic American Movies ·

2020/10/13

Joining Chris this week is Wrestling with Pop Culture’s Jonathan Williams! Chris and Jonathan met while working and after chatting, found out that Jonathan hadn’t seen the 2000 J. Lo/Vince Vaughn sci-fi horror. The two talk about the strange connection to the date and when Chris texted Jonathan about the movie. Gather around while we discuss the making of the movie, where the visionary filmmaker came from and the possibility of a faithful sequel to this dark and beautiful film!

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54:05

Cult Classics with Chris - Ep. 11 - David...

Classic American Movies ·

2020/10/01

David Chirchirillo created a big stir with his Brian DePalma-inspired spin on “Fatal Attraction” for the Tinder generation. I saw this movie a few years ago and it really stuck with me (I actually made an Instagram post about it immediately after watching it). David and I chat about where it all started for him, his first short film (which makes a cameo in “Bad Match”) and what the future holds for this rising name to know!

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Ep. 21 - Heathers

Classic American Movies ·

2020/09/21

Miriam is still very hard at work with her exams and this week we will have Baroque Bochenek of the “Movies on our Minds” podcast to discuss the cult 80’s teen dark comedy. Baroque had never heard of this film and it’s up to Chris to make sure he knows the difference between a Heather and a Veronica. Grab your copy of “Moby Dick” and crank up the Big Fun!

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Cult Classics with Chris - Ep. 10 - Jason Lei Howden...

Classic American Movies ·

2020/09/10

Jason wrote and directed a great heavy metal demon movie several years ago that made a huge splash with the horror market. Mixing autobiographical details and classic demon possession films you get “Deathgasm!” We chat about growing up in small towns, horror movies and the upcoming sequel to the 2015 cult hit.

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Ep. 20 - Killdozer!

Classic American Movies ·

2020/09/07

Miriam will not be joining Chris this week, due to a very important test, but filling in will be Atlanta’s automotive horror expert (specializing in the “evil car” subgenera) Ryan Dambro. Although an expert, Dambro hasn’t come across this week’s gem till Chris brought it up. Dambro dives into what makes a good automotive horror movie, draws comparisons to the novella and the film version of this week’s movie and Chris does a deep exploration of all those involved in making this 1974 made-for-tv cult

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Ep. 19 - Fried Green Tomatoes

Classic American Movies ·

2020/08/17

Miriam confesses she turned this movie off after watching the first 30 minutes and originally found it boring. Chris forces her to watch this southern dramedy classic and she loves it! We talk about the original cafe the film is based on, bee charming, southern foods and our personal experience at The Whistle Stop Cafe. Towanda!

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Cult Classics with Chris - Ep. 9 - Mark Jones...

Classic American Movies ·

2020/08/12

Mark Jones joins me this week to talk about creating the franchise that made audiences fall in love with a whole new kind of monster. I am of course talking about 1993's "Leprechaun." Jones talks about the research that went into making the cult classic (which sequels are still being made), the experience of first time directing and discovering an actress that would become an icon to the world. Also, we chat about the possibility of a 30th anniversary of "Leprechaun," which would be jammed packed

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Ep. 18 - One Hour Photo

Classic American Movies ·

2020/08/10

Miriam has never heard of the early 2000’s thriller that made audiences see Robin Williams in a different light. Chris talks about the making of the film, and the nods to famous photographers, while Miriam explores the history of the actors, where it all began for them and what some of them originally wanted to do as a career.

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Ep. 17 - My Cousin Vinny

Classic American Movies ·

2020/08/03

Miriam has never heard of the courtroom comedy and it is up to Chris to make sure she finds out the true meaning to the word, “yute.” Tune in to learn about mud in the tires, grits and what Joe Pesci has been up to ever since he left the business. Also, the planned sequel and novel sequel to the 90’s classic that made Marisa Tomei a star.

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53:38

Cult Classics with Chris - Ep. 8 - Carl Dupré...

Classic American Movies ·

2020/07/29

A lifelong fan of KISS and a lover of movies, Carl Dupré, created one the the coolest movies of my teenaged years, “Detroit Rock City.” With a killer storyline and amazing soundtrack, Carl crafted a 90’s classic that stands the test of times. The movie was made by KISS fans with so much heart and so much love, that the making of the film is as wonderful as the actual film.

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Ep. 16 - Without a Paddle

Classic American Movies ·

2020/07/27

Chris introduces Miriam to the film he saw at the drive-in when he was starting out in college. Miriam discovers the history of DB Cooper, Chris does a deep dive in the history of the crew of the film, and together they discover the true meaning of the film.

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Ep. 15 - Twister

Classic American Movies ·

2020/07/20

Turns out Miriam already knew about this one, but that doesn't stop Chris from showing it to her again. We discuss the history of Wakita (the town where the movie was filmed), Miriam talks about T.O.T.O. (where the idea of Dorothy came from) and Chris ends the internet rumors about rip offs of “Twister.” Together, they discuss the possibility of sequel and the planned remake.

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Cult Classics with Chris - Ep. 7 - John A. Russo...

Classic American Movies ·

2020/07/15

John A. Russo is one of the most iconic names in horror. Back in the 60's with George A. Romero, he co-created one of the most iconic horror films of all time, "Night of the Living Dead." Together, John and George re-defined the zombie genre, inspiring millions of people worldwide and frightening audiences for generations. This is a personal favorite of mine, as I have loved "Night" since I was a small child, watching it every Saturday from a VHS purchased for $2.50. After listening, please check

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Ep. 14 - Superbad

Classic American Movies ·

2020/07/13

Miriam was a little skeptical on seeing this 2007 classic that brought improv comedy films back into public eye. However, you can't go wrong with a movie that was almost an instant success, launching many careers and enhancing already established actors. Chris reflects what his college friend thought of the movie, at the time it came out; Miriam does a deep dive in the history of the film and together, they discover what it means to be Superbad.

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Ep. 13 - Dirty Dancing

Classic American Movies ·

2020/07/06

Chris and Miriam discuss one of their favorite movies of all time. Miriam talks about her love of this movie, and Chris does a deep dive in to the difficult making that brought dancing back in to movies. Together, they have the time of their lives.

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Cult Classics with Chris - Ep. 6 - Austin Snell...

Classic American Movies ·

2020/07/01

Austin Snell joins us this week to discuss the making of his cult film, "Exposure." The movie is a classic tale of a couple going to a cabin in the woods to work on their relationship, only to encounter an evil force that is capable of turning people into monsters. With killer effects in the same vein as "Demon Wind," and "The Evil Dead," Austin made a fantastic film for audiences to enjoy.

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