Behind the Musicals
Miles Eady (Miles From London)Behind the Musicals is a podcast exploring the hidden history of the greatest film musicals ever made. From the Golden Age of Hollywood to modern auteurs, each episode uncovers how these films were built — the directors, composers, choreographers, and creative risks that shaped them. This isn’t just about what’s on screen. It’s about how musicals work. Why does a song arrive at a specific moment? ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 6 | Founded | 21 days ago |
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A deep dive into La La Land — the film that brought the movie musical back into the spotlight.
We explore its nostalgic roots, bold storytelling choices, and the tension between dreams and reality that defines its lasting impact.
Most musicals comfort, reassure, and suggest that everything will be alright. Lars von Trier’s Dancer in the Dark feels like an injury.
In this episode of Behind the Musicals, we step onto the industrial shop floor of the film that turned the music... more
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is often remembered as a classic — but its true impact goes far deeper.
In this episode of Behind the Musicals, we explore how the film reshaped the movie musical, bringing Broadway storytelling into animation and redef... more
When Aladdin swaggered onto screens in 1992, it looked like effortless magic. In reality, it was a slow-motion car crash frantically duct-taped together just out of frame.
In this episode of Behind the Musicals, we explore the brilliant, deeply com... more
Kander & Ebb wrote some of the most iconic — and subversive — musicals of the 20th century.
In this episode of Behind the Musicals, we explore the partnership behind Cabaret and Chicago, and how their work — often in collaboration with Bob Fosse — r... more
What made Bob Fosse the most influential director of film musicals?
In this first episode of Behind the Musicals, we explore the life, style, and legacy of Bob Fosse — the visionary behind Cabaret, All That Jazz, and Chicago.
From jazz hands to sha... more
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Apple Podcasts | #77 |  United Kingdom/TV & Film/Film History |
Apple Podcasts | #205 |  Australia/TV & Film/Film History |
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