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The Secret History Of Hollywood

An ongoing series of specially produced histories, bringing to life the stories and secrets that shaped cinema. @moviehistories secrethistoryofhollywood.com www.patreon.com/attaboysecret

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The Whole Story

The Secret History Of Hollywood ·

2021/10/01

The Secret History Of Hollywood is far larger than you may know... Get the whole story now - hundreds more hours of Hollywood stories, plus much more - by going to www.patreon.com/attaboysecret Or CLICK HERE

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08:32:39

Cary: Part 2 - Vol II

The Secret History Of Hollywood ·

2021/09/19

After a devastating personal tragedy, Cary Grant has begun to focus upon his career as an escape, still in search of the elusive hit that will prove his worth to the world. Fortunately, success and superstardom are on the horizon… Meanwhile, Barbara Hutton has begun a very dangerous romance, one that will involve her with a family renowned for preying upon those with wealth. How will she escape? And will the rescue turn out to be worse in the long run? If you’ve enjoyed this episode, and would like

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07:16:58

Cary: Part 2 - Vol I

The Secret History Of Hollywood ·

2021/09/12

After discovering that the mother he thought was dead is actually alive, Cary Grant must reconcile his own guilt, the effects of the revelation upon his own relationships, and the fact that his star in Hollywood seems to be fading. Elsewhere, a shocking new saga has begun among the heights of privilege. But as the story unfolds, it will soon become clear that endless wealth does not necessarily guarantee happiness… (Cary: Part 2 - Vol II will be released on the 20th September, 2021) If you’ve

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12:40:45

Cary: Part 1

The Secret History Of Hollywood ·

2020/08/20

Please see content warning below Once upon a time, from the midst of normality, an extraordinary story began... In a time when the world was being shaped on the fields of war, a boy named Archie dared to find his own path by looking to the stars. In Part One of Cary, hear the incredible journey of Archie Leach; one that stretched from broken beginnings, all the way to the heavens of Hollywood itself... To become a Co-Producer of The Secret History Of Hollywood, and receive hundreds more hours of

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06:10:36

Shadows: Midnight Is Come

The Secret History Of Hollywood ·

2019/10/26

Following the success of The Body Snatcher, Val Lewton has become one of RKO's most valuable and lauded producers. As well as the many opportunities now being presented to him, Lewton has also embarked upon his first true "A-Picture", a dark tale of madness and cruelty set within the walls of the most notorious asylum in the world. But the shadows upon the screen are not the only ones closing in on Lewton... To become a Co-Producer of The Secret History Of Hollywood CLICK HERE Credits

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03:38:34

Shadows: The Resurrection Men

The Secret History Of Hollywood ·

2019/05/12

RKO's latest horror movie, 'The Body Snatcher', based upon a dark legacy of crimes from another time, is proving to be Val Lewton's most challenging project yet. Seemingly determined to have his way, Lewton's boss, Jack Gross has agreed to finally give Lewton and his team an "A-List" budget. But this promise comes with a set of conditions... It isn't long before Gross's demands are dragging Lewton's possible masterpiece into exploitation territory. With the budget as a bargaining chip, will Lewton

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04:32:16

Shadows: The Silent Land

The Secret History Of Hollywood ·

2019/01/08

Val Lewton’s salvation has arrived in the form of Universal Horror star, Boris Karloff, a long-time admirer of Lewton’s new brand of horror cinema. For their first project together, Lewton must draw upon the darkest piece of his childhood; the place where his imagination grew up. And so begins a journey into the past, and to a place where dreams go to die… To become a Co-Producer of The Secret History Of Hollywood, and to gain access to all the bonus content, including the new weekly edition of

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03:29:46

Shadows: The Rebellious Ones

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2018/08/21

Val Lewton's chance to prove himself outside the horror genre has arrived. If he and his team can turn the nationwide problem of juvenile delinquency into a dramatic hit, then it may mean his graduation from the "B-Division" and his escape from the oppressive executive producer who seems intent on thwarting his creative freedom. But as the pressure begins to mount, Lewton will find himself facing a new threat; one that may put an end to not just his career, but his life... To become a Co-Producer

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02:47:41

Shadows: The Lost Child

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2018/04/26

Val Lewton has finally agreed to create a sequel to his biggest hit, 'Cat People'. But rather than produce a conventional continuation, Lewton has decided to delve into his own past, and to tell his most personal story yet, that of a childhood cut short by an over-zealous guardian. But in doing so, will he repeat the mistakes of his own past? Aiding him in his quest is a new director, whose meticulous plans for the film may be at odds with his own... Featuring Mark Gatiss

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02:00:27

Shadows: Blood On The Water

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2018/01/29

It is a time of change at RKO. Val Lewton's horror movie unit is being widely imitated by Hollywood at large, all hoping to attract the kinds of audiences flocking to Lewton's modern brand of horror. But Lewton himself is facing an insurmountable problem: how to create RKO's first "Monster Rally". The answer will come from the most unlikely of places: the Lewton family's private collection of letters... At the same time, RKO boss Charles Koerner is demanding an interim movie, a horror set upon the

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01:58:02

Shadows: The Devil In The Village

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2017/10/31

Val Lewton's wildly ambitious plan for his fourth film, 'The Seventh Victim', is to create a New York fairytale; a fractured picture of his beloved Greenwich Village distorted by underlying evil and populated by an eclectic assortment of bruised characters. But in order to find the right story, Lewton will have to send his writer, DeWitt Bodeen, into uncharted, and somewhat Satanic territory... Featuring Mark Gatiss To become a Co-Producer of The Secret History Of Hollywood CLICK HERE Credits

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01:51:48

Shadows: The Black Hearted

The Secret History Of Hollywood ·

2017/09/18

'The Leopard Man', Val Lewton's third horror film for RKO Studios, is to be an adaptation of Cornell Woolrich's shocking murder mystery novel, Black Alibi. But in Lewton's hands, the project has become an opportunity to not only express his dark creativity, but also to tap into the childhood fears of its director, Jacques Tourneur, and to introduce the serial killer into American cinema. But Lewton's team has more at stake than a simple movie. Should the film become a success, then the creative

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01:25:56

Shadows: Song Of The Dead

The Secret History Of Hollywood ·

2017/07/28

Following the success of 'Cat People', Val Lewton has been assigned to create a film entitled 'I Walked With A Zombie'. RKO's B-movie boss, Lew Ostrow, is insistent that the film should follow the formula being employed by the horror department at Universal Pictures. But Lewton's plans for the film are far more ambitious... Featuring Mark Gatiss To listen to Part 1 of 'Shadows' CLICK HERE If you would like early access to new episodes of 'The Secret History Of Hollywood', and other bonus content,

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01:28:53

Shadows: The Cat Strikes

The Secret History Of Hollywood ·

2017/06/26

Part 2 Val Lewton has been hired by RKO Studios to oversee the creation of their new horror division. However, the job has come with a set of curious conditions... Having had the name of his first movie, 'Cat People' decided for him in advance, Lewton must assemble a story that fits the title. But perhaps the solution to the problem lies in an almost forgotten story from Lewton's past. As well as adhering to RKO's peculiar directives, Lewton must also contend with the demands of his new boss, Lew

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02:13:00

Shadows: The Boy From The Black Sea

The Secret History Of Hollywood ·

2017/05/31

Once upon a time, horror cinema was changed forever by the fiercely inventive imagination of a remarkable man... In Part One of 'Shadows: The Val Lewton Story', hear the curious beginnings of a cinematic legend, whose uniquely terrifying creations were influenced by the dark brand of folklore upon which he was raised... Featuring Mark Gatiss To become a patron click here Credits

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