Entertaining and informative discussions abound as host Patrick Vasey and the world's top experts, authors and film historians take a chronological deep dive into the films of Laurel and Hardy. The production history and many untold stories are revealed about these well-loved comedy classics. Regular guests include the world's leading authorities on all things Stan and Ollie and Hal Roach Studios, such as Randy Skretvedt, Richard W. Bann, Glenn Mitchell, Rob Stone, Leonard Maltin, Neil Brand, Steve Massa and Ben Model and many, many more.
Rounding off our deep dive into the waters of Laurel and Hardy's classic short, Men O' War, Patrick is joined by film historian and author, Glenn Mitchell.
Discussions cover a range of subjects from the film's production to the film history of Hollenbeck Park, to other interesting tangents,...
Published 10/24/24
In this first of two episodes looking at Laurel and Hardy's classic 1929 talkie, Men O' War, Patrick chats with returning guest and Hal Roach Studios expert, Richard W. Bann about his forthcoming book 'Laurel & Hardy as Men O' War: Just Playing Together.'
In addition to discussing the...
Published 09/21/24