Filmmaker Whit Whitman Interview - "Home-Less for the Holidays" & "Unnatural"

​We end our month of Marlene Dietrich films with her last movie. A 1970s Period piece with David Bowie called "Just a Gigolo". The crew try to determine if this film is meant to be a drama or a comedy. We also try to figure out what exactly is the message here and just how much of the actual story was cut out of the U.S. Version (the version the Crew watched) We really fight to wrap our heads around this last film that is the last film appearance of Marlene Dietrich.  Kicking the Seat: ⁠⁠https://kickseat.com/⁠⁠

28 Nov 20241h 6min

We were very fortunate to get the chance to talk to Ashley Roland-White and Shannon Alexander about their documentary "It's Coming". We discuss what it was about Ashley's story that made Shannon want to make the documentary, paranormal experiences, the legitimacy of hauntings and more. It was a great discussion Check out more content here: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SpecialMarkProductions Website: https://www.specialmarkproductions.com Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spoilerroompodcast

23 Nov 202435min

She doesn't have a starring role in this film but she does have a few scenes in a cameo role. I admit I just wanted a reason to discuss this dark noir film that is the subject of many film classes. The Crew take on "Touch of Evil". Find out if they believe it deserves its classic status. They talk about the wonderful technical aspects of the film and the possibly not so wonderful script or casting. IT is a great dive into this classic film. Literary License Podcast: ⁠⁠https://www.llpodcast.com/⁠⁠Kicking the Seat: ⁠⁠https://kickseat.com/⁠⁠Jeff York's site: ⁠https://theestablishingshot.org/

21 Nov 20241h 25min

In our second last "Rated PC for Pre-Code" Specials, we look at the drama "Blonde Venus" Starring Marlene Dietrich. Join us as we try to unpack the multi-layer character in this 90+ year old film. We debate if there are any truly good people in the story and also look at how the screenplay fell victim to a "Hayes Code" like cutting before there was the official "Hayes Codes". check it out now and also check out my crew's other content: Literary License Podcast: ⁠⁠https://www.llpodcast.com/⁠⁠Kicking the Seat: ⁠⁠https://kickseat.com/⁠

14 Nov 20241h 10min

With a new month comes a new theme. This month is "She's Dietrich-iest" month where we will be looking at four films with Marlene Dietrich in them. First off is a western set in Alaska during the 1900 gold rush. We discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of the film. We talk about how this film definitely seemed to influence a western comedy thirty years later and that epic fist-to-cuff brawl. Literary License Podcast: ⁠⁠https://www.llpodcast.com/⁠⁠Kicking the Seat: ⁠⁠https://kickseat.com/⁠

9 Nov 20241h 12min

We are closing out our "Multiple Maniacs" month with a remake of the film we covered last episode. This time around it is Elijah Wood in the role of the maniac. Is this a better film than the remake or worse. Well, yes and no. Tune in and see who likes this one, who doesn't and why some films should not be remade.

1 Nov 20241h 13min

Multi-talented artist Anastasia Elfman stops by The Spoiler Room to discuss her numerous projects she has in the works, including a routine she will be performing in front of an Anniversary Showing of The Phantom of the Opera. We also talk classic horror films, passion for movies, and even food. Check it out now. Make sure to follow Anastasia on her social media channels: YouTube:  @anastasiaelfman  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dahliadimont X: https://x.com/anastasiaelfman IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6090884/

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