1min snip

Season’s Screenings — A Tour of Classic Christmas Movies

The Art of Manliness

NOTE

Early Influence of Classic Movies and Filmmakers

The speaker credits their father for introducing them to classic movies of the 30s and 40s at a young age, which led to a deep appreciation for classic cinema. They became familiar with classic film stars like Humphrey Bogart and Barbara Stanwick. Noticing the significance of certain names in the credits, especially directors like Alfred Hitchcock, John Ford, and Loubitch, sparked their fascination with film education. Their interest in how creative choices by filmmakers impact audience response grew during their college years at Wesleyan University. This eventually led them to work in the classic movies industry, where they specialize in writing and other roles.

00:00