You Must Remember This Introducing: The Old Man Is Still Alive
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Dec 10, 2024 In this fascinating exploration, the focus is on the later careers of iconic filmmakers like Alfred Hitchcock and Howard Hawks. It highlights the cultural shifts in Hollywood during the 1960s and how aging directors adapted to changing times. Nostalgic stories of older filmmakers navigating new industry landscapes are shared, alongside reflections on legacy and the tensions of generational change in filmmaking. The dialogue weaves in critiques of auteur theory and invites listeners to engage with the dynamic colorful history of cinema.
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Changing Hollywood Landscape
- The changing cultural and industry landscape of 1960s Hollywood negatively impacted veteran filmmakers like Henry Hathaway.
- A new generation of executives favored younger directors, obscuring the contributions of established figures.
Cyclical History
- Today's Hollywood echoes the 1960s, with established directors facing criticism for ambitious, costly projects.
- The media often portrays these filmmakers as out-of-touch and wasteful, similar to the treatment of older directors in the past.
Two Projectors
- Mervyn LeRoy highlighted the industry shift by recounting a story about an unknowledgeable young producer.
- The producer didn't understand why projection booths had two projectors, demonstrating the increasing incompetence in Hollywood.
