Teenage Golden Age

In this episode, Eliana chats with Kyle Turner about his latest book, The Queer Film Guide: 100 Great Movies That Tell LGBTQIA+ Stories.Kyle Turner's The Queer Film Guide highlights 100 essential queer films, spanning early cinema to modern classics. This curated list celebrates overlooked works and acclaimed masterpieces, showcasing the diverse creators and characters who have shaped cinema and culture. This is part one one this interview and part two will come out in exactly 2 weeks!

In this episode, Eliana sits down with Kim Nelson to discuss her book, Making History Move: Five Principles of the Historical Film. Making History Move offers a framework for analyzing how history is presented in films and moving images in the digital age. The book explores how historical films shape public understanding of the past and provides criteria to assess their accuracy and impact. Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Eliana sits down with Steven Cohan to discuss his new book, Audrey Hepburn: An Opinionated Guide. Together, they talk about everything from what inspired him to write about Hepburn and why she continues to captivate audiences today. Steven in this book delves into Hepburn’s enduring significance, offering a fresh perspective on her life, career, and legacy. This is part one of their interview, with part two coming out in exactly two weeks. Enjoy!

In this episode, Eliana is here with Teenage Golden Age producer Simone Elias to talk about her new McFarland book, Old Movies, Young Eyes: A Teenage Take on Hollywood’s Golden Age. Simone O. Elias uncovers the lasting relevance of these films, showing how they foreshadowed the digital age, questioned stereotypes, and influenced icons from Lady Gaga to Taylor Swift, making old movies a surprising touchstone for today’s pop culture and social movements. Hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to preorder the book on Amazon!

In this episode, Eliana is joined by Burt Kearns to discuss his book Marlon Brando: Hollywood Rebel. We explore Brando’s journey from his breakout roles to his activism in the civil rights movement, and how his groundbreaking approach continues to influence modern acting. Hope you enjoy! The next episode isode out in two weeks!

In this episode, Eliana is back with James Charney, alongside his son Noah Charney, to talk about their latest book, The 12-Hour Film Expert: Everything You Need to Know About Movies. We discuss everything from film history to genres! New episode out in two weeks!

In this episode, Eliana sits down with Katie Gee Salisbury, author of Not Your Chinese Doll: The Wild and Shimmering Life of Anna May Wong. They delve into the groundbreaking career of Anna May Wong, Hollywood’s first Asian American star, exploring her iconic roles and the challenges she faced in the industry.

In this episode, Eliana chats with Scott Drebit about his book, A Cut Below: A Celebration of B Horror Movies, 1950-1980. They dive into the evolution of horror and how these films capture the zeitgeist of their times. Catch the new episode in two weeks!