
We've all seen movies that claim to be 'based on a true story', but have you ever wondered how accurate they are? That's what we'll find out as we compare Hollywood with history.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 548 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmHistoryFilm History | |||

BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 384) — Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood tells a tale of alternative history. In this episode, we'll separate the film’s fairy-tale storytelling from the real history behind the Manson murders, Sharon ... more
BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 383) — Did the Oppenheimer movie get the Manhattan Project right? Today, we'll dig into the film's portrayal of the project. From the Los Alamos we see in the movie to what we don't see in the movie such as Oak Ridge'... more
BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 382) — Join me in this throwback style BOATS episode without any guests. It'll just be you and I learning about the true story behind 2023's Oppenheimer. Was the poisoned apple scene real? How well was the Trinity Tes... more
BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 381) — My love of history started with the legend of King Arthur. While there are many King Arthur movies to pick from, today we'll learn about the one that marketed itself as being more historically accurate than the... more
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I’ve gone back to episode 1. Gotta say I much preferred the old style intro without the long Hellooooooooo. Otherwise I’m a solid fan of Dan.
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This is one of the best podcasts there are in my opinion. If you like historical movies, Dan does a great job in looking at the movie vs what actually happens!
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This podcast provides an engaging examination of the accuracy of films that claim to be 'based on a true story'. It invites listeners to explore how Hollywood dramatization compares to actual historical events, revealing the discrepancies and challenges in portraying true stories on screen. Each episode typically features discussions with experts from various fields, including film historians and professors, who enrich the conversation with their insights into the relevant historical contexts. Notably, the interactive elements, such as games that invite audience participation, create a unique listening experience that bridges the gap between entertainment and education in film analysis. Those with a penchant for history, movies, and critica... more
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