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The Film Historian

The Film Historian

Written by: Zachary Searles
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 The Film Historian podcast is a show dedicated to the history of film and exploring all that is has to offer through various subgenres, directors and actors! We try to deliver the highest possible quality product with deep dives into movies and the careers of esteemed actors and directors all while providing the context needed to know why these things stand the test of time. Our goal is to bring you two episodes a month with enough in there to keep you satisfied! Thanks for listening!© 2026 Zachary Searles Art
Episodes
  • The Films of Sean Baker - Part 1

    The Films of Sean Baker - Part 1
    Jun 17 2025

    Welcome back to the show! Today we are starting our first deep dive into a director and I figured why not start the man who made my favorite movie of 2024, Sean Baker! Today we will be covering his first four movies and will finish his career next week.

    Movies discussed:
    Four Letter Words (2000)
    Take Out (2004)
    Prince of Broadway (2008)
    Starlet (2012)

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    Get in touch with me:
    EMAIL: zachsearles7564@gmail.com
    INSTAGRAM: zach_watchesmovies
    LETTERBOXD: zachsearles

    Music for this episode:
    Music by Nurture Nurture
    Song: Burn After Reading
    Album: Nocturnal Panic
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    47 mins
  • The Films of Brandon Lee - Part 2

    The Films of Brandon Lee - Part 2
    Apr 29 2025

    Welcome back to another episode! Today on the show we are continuing our discussion of the films of Brandon Lee as we dig into the later half of his filmography and when he starts starring in studio movies!

    FILMS DISCUSSED:
    Showdown in Little Tokyo
    Rapid Fire
    The Crow

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    Get in touch with me:
    EMAIL: zachsearles7564@gmail.com
    INSTAGRAM: zach_watchesmovies
    LETTERBOXD: zachsearles

    Music for this episode:
    Music by Nurture Nurture
    Song: Burn After Reading
    Album: Nocturnal Panic
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • The Films of Brandon Lee - Part 1

    The Films of Brandon Lee - Part 1
    Apr 22 2025

    Welcome back to another episode! Today on the show we are discussing the films of Brandon Lee as a little trial run before we jump into an actor with a larger filmography. This episode will be split into two parts so enjoy part one and come back next week for part two!

    Leave us a review and rating!

    Get in touch with me:
    EMAIL: zachsearles7564@gmail.com
    INSTAGRAM: zach_watchesmovies
    LETTERBOXD: zachsearles

    Music for this episode:
    Music by Nurture Nurture
    Song: Burn After Reading
    Album: Nocturnal Panic
    Show More Show Less
    46 mins
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