This is a REPLAY podcast, where we revisit some of our early hidden gems, compilations, and most popular episodes.  Episode specific description: Animation historians Jerry Beck and George Feltenstein talk about restoring the Tex Avery Screwball Classics, Vol. 1-3 Ready to dive headfirst into the world of animation? We've got you covered! Get ready to be enchanted as animation historians Jerry Beck and George Feltonstein unfurl the illustrious career of legendary animator Tex Avery. Travel...

George Feltenstein announces the Warner Archive's upcoming Nov/December Blu-ray releases. PLUS an update on Looney Tunes Collector’s Choice Vol. 2 release date and a tease about 2024. Purchase on Amazon: Looney Tunes Collector's Choice Vol. 2 Blu-ray The Extras Facebook page The Extras Twitter Warner Archive & Warner Bros Catalog Group Otaku Media produces podcasts, behind-the-scenes extras, and media that connect creatives with their fans and businesses with their consumers. Contact...

Join us for a captivating  discussion of classic horror auteur Tod Browning with George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive, and esteemed film historians, Steve Haberman and Constantine Nasr. Their 20-year-long collaboration started with the DVD release of Mel Brooks’ "Dracula: Dead and Loving It," and has now extended to creating an audio commentary for the upcoming horror/sci-fi film, "The Devil Doll" (1936).  That's the jumping-off point for our discussion and appreciation of four of Tod...

This is a REPLAY podcast, where we revisit some of our early hidden gems, compilations, and most popular episodes.  Episode specific description: Classic horror expert Tom Weaver joins the podcast for a fun-filled look at some of his favorite Universal Classic Monster films.  Rather than detailing all four of the new to 4K films in the Universal Classic Monsters: Icons of Horror Volume 2 release, Tom picks a favorite scene from each movie and a “why’d they do that” moment.  We start with...

George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast for a fun and informative review of three September and three October Blu-ray releases.   We review each film, provide background on the restoration and all of the extras on each release, and share our insights into why these films are worth adding to your Blu-ray collection.   Purchase on Amazon: WESTWARD THE WOMEN (1951)   SARATOGA (1937)  CATS DON’T DANCE (1997)  CHRISTOPHER STRONG (1933) releasing October 24 PALMETTO (1998)...

Join us for a captivating journey as we commemorate the 100th anniversary of Warner Brothers with authors and Hollywood historians, Chris Yogerst and Alan K. Rode. In this special episode, we bring to light the tumultuous, yet triumphant saga of the Warner Brothers, pulled straight from the pages of Chris’s recent book, " The Warner Brothers." Our conversation zeros in on the impact the Warner Brothers had on the film industry, the Wall Street influence Harry Warner introduced, and their...

Screenwriter, producer, and author Julian David Stone joins the podcast to discuss his new novel, IT'S ALIVE, and the fascinating story about the last-minute casting of Frankenstein.  The story involves Bela Lugosi, who was at the height of his popularity having just come off his hit DRACULA (1931), and Boris Karloff, a relatively unknown journeyman actor.   And pulling the strings is young 23-year-old Junior Laemmle, head of production at Universal Pictures and son of studio founder Carl...

George Feltenstein announces the Warner Archive's upcoming October Blu-ray releases. PLUS details on Looney Tunes Collector’s Choice Vol. 2 and an exclusive announcement you don’t want to miss! Now available for Pre-order from Amazon: Looney Tunes Collector's Choice Vol. 2 Pre-order THE DEVIL DOLL (1936) DANCE, FOOLS, DANCE (1931) DOUBLE TROUBLE (1967) RAPA-NUI (1994) MAD CITY (1997) IN LOVE AND WAR (1996) MovieZyng Affiliate The BEST place to buy all of your Warner Archive and Boutique...

GAY PURR-EE (1962) is a forgotten classic of 1960s animation.  But the newly remastered Blu-ray release from the Warner Archive has restored the film to the rich, vibrant colors and sound that showcases the original artistry of Chuck Jones and Judy Garland. Animation and film historian Jerry Beck, film historian and Judy Garland expert John Fricke, and Warner Bros' George Feltenstein join the podcast to discuss the production history of the film, how Judy Garland was brought on board, and ...

Get ready for an exhilarating journey into the world of George Pal and his Puppetoons, with Arnold Leibovit as our captivating guide! Leibovit is a renowned film historian and documentarian of George Pal, the innovative filmmaker who inspired industry legends like Walt Disney, Ray Harryhausen, Gene Roddenberry, and Steven Spielberg. We explore the evolution of Puppetoon animation, uncovering how Pal’s creativity led him to animate cigarettes for a commercial, and craft breathtaking short...

George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast for a fun and informative review of five of the August Blu-ray releases.   We review each film, provide background on the restoration and all of the extras on each release, and share our insights into why these films are worth adding to your Blu-ray collection.  Purchase links: FATHER'S LITTLE DIVIDEND BLU-RAY THE LIFE OF EMILE ZOLA BLU-RAY LITTLE WOMEN BLU-RAY SPINOUT BLU-RAY WICHITA BLU-RAY GAY PURR-EE BLU-RAY The Extras...

My former colleague at Warner Bros and creative executive, Michael Stradford joins the podcast to talk about three iconic films.   We start off with SHAFT (1971) and the impact that film had on him as a 10-year-old boy in Cleveland.  Then we discuss his first memories of watching ENTER THE DRAGON (1973) and his impressions of Bruce Lee. We reflect on the enduring influence of Bruce Lee and how ENTER THE DRAGON revolutionized martial arts films and Hollywood.  We also critique the current...

George Feltenstein announces the Warner Archive's upcoming September Blu-ray releases. Links to pre-orders of these titles will be added when available. MovieZyng Affiliate The BEST place to buy all of your Warner Archive and Boutique DVDs and Blu-raysDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.The Extras Facebook page The Extras Twitter Warner Archive & Warner Bros Catalog Group Otaku Media produces...

Esteemed guests, Stan Taffel, president of the Cinecon Classic Film Festival, and Bryan Cooper, the Festival's Co-Vice President, tell us just what to expect at this year's CINECON festival.   Some of the highlights they detail are the restoration of the 100-year-old Warner Bros "Gold Diggers" film, the excitement surrounding the John Wayne picture Adventure's End, and "Kinecon at Cinecon."  We discuss the multiple Special Presentations on "Soundies," highlights from Boris Karloff's Home...

Ever wondered what's the difference between the Warner Archive and Warner Bros Corporate Archive?  We sit down with Warner Bros. archivist Jeff Briggs, and George Feltenstein from the Warner Archive, to discuss the differences and the part each one plays in preserving Warner Bros. film and TV history. The story originates from how an exhibit at Paris' Pompidou Center led to the birth of the Warner Bros. Corporate Archive and the pivotal role played by Leith Adams.  Jeff relates how he was...

Filmmaker Gregory Orr joins the podcast to discuss the new updated release of his documentary film JACK L. WARNER: THE LAST MOGUL which has been remastered in HD for an all-new digital and DVD release with extras. We start our discussion with Greg's remembrances of his step-grandfather and the origins of the documentary back in 1992.  Greg then details his family history, including how Jack met his grandmother, his silent film star great-grandfather,  his parents acting careers, and his...

George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast for a fun and informative review of four of the July Blu-ray releases.   We review each film, provide background on the restoration and all of the extras on each release, and share our insights into why these films are worth adding to your Blu-ray collection.   Purchase from Amazon: LAND OF THE PHARAOHS HELEN OF TROY THE LAST TIME I SAW PARIS THE FASTEST GUN ALIVE The Extras Facebook page The Extras Twitter Warner Archive &...

George Feltenstein joins the podcast to review three new July Blu-ray releases from the Warner Archive.  Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer made every effort to impress with its first talking motion picture, setting a new standard for big-budget films and establishing an archetype for decades of movie musicals to follow in "The Broadway Melody." The Great White Way truly becomes the Street of Broken Dreams when sisters Queenie and Hank Mahoney (Anita Page and Bessie Love) follow Hank's boyfriend, Eddie...

Bob Furmanek, Greg Kintz, and Sean Thrunk from the 3D Film Archive join the podcast to discuss the 70th-anniversary restoration of the 1953 3D film ROBOT MONSTER.  The film stars George Nader, Claudia Barrett, and Greg Moffett as the boy.  Shot in four days on a budget of $16,000, the film earned a million dollars at the box office and has endured despite being labeled the second-worst film of all time. 3D Film Archive founder Bob Furmanek details how he found the 3D assets to the film back...

Hear it first on THE EXTRAS! George Feltenstein announces the new Blu-rays coming from the Warner Archive in August. MovieZyng Affiliate The BEST place to buy all of your Warner Archive and Boutique DVDs and Blu-raysDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.The Extras Facebook page The Extras Twitter Warner Archive & Warner Bros Catalog Group Otaku Media produces podcasts, behind-the-scenes extras, and...

This is the first of our REPLAY podcasts, where we revisit some of our early hidden gems, compilations, and most popular episodes.   Episode specific description: Prepare yourselves, film buffs and cinema enthusiasts, as we embark on a fascinating journey through the ever-evolving film and home entertainment industries with none other than George Feltonstein of Warner Brothers. We'll be tracing George's illustrious career, from his roots in MGM UA to his current role in preserving classic...

George Feltenstein of Warner Bros joins the podcast to review 5 films from the 1950s now available on Blu-ray from the Warner Archive.  We discuss the merits of the films, the restoration, and all of the EXTRAS so that you can make an informed buying decision. First up is the women's prison drama, "Caged" (1950), starring Eleanor Parker, Agnes Moorehead, and Hope Emerson.  We break down the exceptional performances in this socially conscious drama that make the film still relevant today....

Ever wondered about the painstaking work that goes into restoring and releasing classic television series on DVD? Join our conversation with attorney, archivist, historian and Executive Producer Andrew J. Klyde, the mastermind behind the recent complete series DVD release by Paramount - CBS Home Entertainment in North America of the beloved Western, BONANZA.  From the first episode broadcast in Living Color on NBC in 1959 until the last show aired in 1973, BONANZA was “Appointment TV” for...

George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast for a fun and informative review of two May Blu-ray releases.   We dive into the restoration and all of the extras on each release and share our insights into why these films are worth adding to your Blu-ray collection. THE BOY WITH GREEN HAIR (1948) tells the supernatural-tinged story of an orphan who finds a safe haven in small-town America until the day his hair turns green.  The film is a call for tolerance with an inspiring...

George Feltenstein joins the podcast to announce the six new Blu-rays releasing in July from the Warner Archive. MovieZyng Affiliate The BEST place to buy all of your Warner Archive and Boutique DVDs and Blu-raysWarner Archive Store'>Warner Archive Store on Amazon Support the podcast by shopping with our Amazon Affiliate linkDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.The Extras Facebook page The Extras...