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If the West had its Swinging Sixties, Hindi cinema had its Seventies. Everything that journalists today call 'retro' when referring to Bollywood is a product of the 1970s. But to refer to the decade as 'swinging' and 'retro' is missing the wood for the trees. The 1970s is the most influential decade of Hindi cinema. Not the 1950s, not the 1960s which unapologetic nostalgists hark back to.

How have films like Ben-Hur, Spartacus, Gladiator, or even a satire like Monty Python’s Life of Brian created our popular perceptions of ancient Roman history? In what ways have they led us astray? And why, despite the occasional box-office flop, do movies set in ancient Rome still have the power to captivate us, and to turn each of us into theater-going history buffs? In these 12 lectures, an award-winning historian gives you a front-row look at the great movies that have shaped ancient Rome’s role in popular culture and memory.

In Orange-Yellow Diamond, a struggling novelist finds himself caught in a web of intrigue as he seeks to make ends meet. His quest for a little extra cash plunges him into a captivating mystery filled with murder, theft, and unexpected romance. While the story explores complex themes, it does include some stereotypes of ethnic groups, presented not with malice but as a reflection of its time. Join us for a riveting journey through this tale of suspense and adventure, masterfully narrated by Linette Geisel and MaryAnn. (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Frederick is freed of his indentures to the ferociously temperate Pirates of Penzance. What will he do with his newfound freedom?

A follow up to Jamali’s British Podcast Award-winning comedy/horror series. Jamali Maddix is back attempting to debunk our guest’s wildest tales of the paranormal.

Professor Amanda Vickery is one of the most charismatic historians in Britain today. In 'A History of Private Life' she reveals the intimate secrets of life at home, from the Tudor mansion to the modern bedsit. Through letters, diaries and other first-person accounts, we hear the voices of men...

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Aneddoti, curiosità, segreti e retroscena di una delle commedie più famose, rappresentative e ironicamente dissacranti del cinema italiano. Con la prefazione di Max Tortora. La voce narrante è quella di Giorgio Gobbi, l'immortale "Ricciotto", l'aiutante del "sor marchese" nell'orchestrare scherzi e tiri mancini nella Roma ottocentesca insidiata dall'avanzare delle truppe napoleoniche. Ed è una voce ironica, a volte velata di malinconia, quella che racconta la genesi, i dietro le quinte, le vicissitudini che caratterizzarono il set de "Il marchese del Grillo".

While gangster films are one of America's most popular genres, gangster movies appear in every film industry across the world. With contributions from an international panel of experts, A Companion to the Gangster Film explores the popularity of gangster films across three major continents: the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

Chain of Fools traces the art of slapstick comedy from its pre-cinema origins in the ancient pantomime through its silent movie heyday in the teens and twenties, then on to talkies, television, and the internet. Author Trav S.D. mixes a wicked wit, a scholar’s curiosity, and a keen critical appreciation for laugh-makers through the ages, from classical clowns like Joseph Grimaldi to comedy kings like Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton to more recent figures, from Red Skelton and Sid Caesar to Adam Sandler, Jim Carrey, and Steve Carell … all the way down to the teenagers on YouTube.

La Compagnie Dounia a le plaisir de vous dévoiler le tout premier épisode de sa série de podcasts "Danses en Héritage.S". Pour ce lancement, nous allons à la rencontre d'Enkhmaa, étudiante mongole à l'université Rennes 2, qui nous a partagé le "Biyelgee"... BON ÉPISODE ❤️ Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Supernatural, a three-time People's Choice Award winner and Tumblr's 2015 Most Reblogged "Live Action TV", has made a name for itself by supporting and encouraging its fans to "always keep fighting", and a memorable line from early in the show's run, "Family don't end with blood", became an inspiring mantra for many who found community in the fandom. In 25 powerful chapters written by Supernatural's actors and fans, Family Don't End with Blood: Cast and Fans On How Supernatural Has Changed Lives examines the far reach of the show's impact for more than a decade.

In this captivating recording, one narrator brings to life the entire play, embodying all characters and stage directions. Even without Arthur Sullivan’s enchanting music and the dynamic performances of actors, the delightful absurdity of Gilbert’s libretto shines through. The Pirates of Penzance; or, The Slave of Duty is a comic opera in two acts that tells the whimsical tale of Frederic, who, upon turning 21, is released from his apprenticeship to a band of tender-hearted pirates. He encounters Mabel, the charming daughter of Major-General Stanley, and they fall deeply in love. However, ...

Dive into the whimsical world of Patience, a delightful comic operetta that cleverly satirizes fashion, pretension, and the phenomenon of hero-worship. Follow the story of Bunthorne, a poet who adopts an exaggeratedly idealized persona to win the admiration of the ladies around him. All are enraptured by his charm, except for Patience, the unassuming dairy maid who holds his heart. The plot thickens with the arrival of Grosvenor, a rival whose charisma and poetic flair outshine Bunthornes. As the women flock to Grosvenor, Bunthorne resorts to cursing him with poor fashion sense and weight gain...

Since we first peeked into Stars Hollow, Connecticut in October 2000, Gilmore Girls has delighted people worldwide. Combining unparalleled writing with endearing characters and a respect for the complexities of life, the series continues to bring people together today. The Gilmore Girls Companion takes you behind the scenes of this television classic, from the first glimmer of the idea to the making of the series finale.

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Dive deeper into the life and musical masterpieces of Johann Sebastian Bach in this second volume. Explore the artistic, philosophical, and religious milieu he navigated during his lifetime. With insightful analysis and musical excerpts brought to you by Devorah Allen, Jake Malizia, and Krista Zaleski, immerse yourself in Bachs world.

Louie s’invite à Arles, c’est le rendez-vous culturel annuel de Louie Media aux Rencontres de la photographie d’Arles.Chaque été, nous partons à la rencontre de photographes et de commissaires d’exposition pour creuser une œuvre avec eux. Cette année, Charlotte Pudlowski retourne avec eux quatre photographies pour en lire le verso : dévoiler ce qui se cache derrière les contours, explorer l’envers d’une création, là où naissent les doutes, les éclats, les intentions invisibles.Un podcast Louie Media.Pour prolonger l’exploration des coulisses de la photographie à ...

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You've seen him stand shoulder to shoulder with John Wayne as Indian Chief Scar in The Searchers, as the insidious Fu Manchu with world domination desires and as Barnaby, the wicked nemesis to Laurel & Hardy in Babes in Toyland. What you might not know is the versatile Henry Brandon essayed a variety of characters in film, television, and a stage career that spanned 55 years amassing over 200 roles.