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Cold War
Force Of Evil
Film Noir
Cry, the Beloved Country
Capitalism
John Garfield
Quicksand
Spartacus
Mccarthyism
Abraham Polonsky
Femme Fatale
Revolution In 35mm
Cinema
Political Violence
Apartheid
Canada Lee
Wall Street
Mickey Rooney
Poliziotteschi Films
Alan Paton

Cold War Cinema is a podcast about movies made during the first few decades of the Cold War (1947–1991). Each episode primarily focuses on one film, and the hosts, Jason Christian and Anthony Ballas, discuss the director's life and work, the historical context of the film, and examine its themes that relate to the turbulent politics of the era. Theme music and editing on the first 14 episodes by T... more

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The Cold War Cinema team returns to discuss Grigory Chukhray's 1959 war drama Ballad of a Soldier.

Alyhosha is 19-years-old private on the Eastern Front during the Great Patriotic War (A.K.A. World War II). After destroying two German tanks, Alyos... more

In this bonus episode of Cold War Cinema, Jason Christian is joined by the independent filmmakers Eric Marsh and Christopher Jason Bell, to discuss the films and legacy of the British filmmaker and media theorist Peter Watkins, who died on October 30... more

"They're here already! You're next! You're next! You're next!"

The Cold War Cinema team returns to discuss the 1956 sci-fi classic Invasion of the Body Snatchers. Something is off in the sleepy little town of Santa Mira, California. As residents be... more

This week on Cold War Cinema, we look at Boris Barnet's Poet (sometimes refered to as The Poet), a 1956 feature about the role of art and literature in war and revolution.

Join hosts Jason Christian, Tony Ballas, and Paul T. Klein for a broad-rang... more

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Christopher Jason Bell
Filmmaker and board member of Means TV
Means TV
Episode: BONUS: Tribute to Peter Watkins (1935–2025)
Eric Marsh
Independent filmmaker and adjunct faculty at DePaul University
DePaul University
Episode: BONUS: Tribute to Peter Watkins (1935–2025)
Stephen Gillespie
Guest from the I'm Thinking of Spoiling Things podcast and the STACKS podcast.
Episode: S2 Ep. 6: Pickup on South Street (1953, Samuel Fuller) w/ guest Stephen Gillespie
Matthew Ellis
Writer, researcher, and artist based in Portland, Oregon, and teaches film and media studies at Portland State University.
Portland State University
Episode: BONUS: The Phoenician Scheme (w/ guest Matthew Ellis)
Felicia Maroni
Host of Seeing Faces in the Movies, focusing on directors and cinematographers.
Seeing Faces in the Movies
Episode: S1 Ep. 14: Cry, the Beloved Country (1951, Zoltán Korda) w/ guest Felicia Maroni
Paul Klein
Film scholar focusing on the intersection of film and history
Episode: S1 Ep. 12: Monsieur Verdoux ( 1947, Charlie Chaplin)
Andrew Nette
Co-editor of the anthology "Revolution in 35mm, Political Violence and Resistance in Cinema, From the Art House to the Grind House, 1960 to 1990".
PM Press
Episode: BONUS: Interview of Andrew Nette

Hosts

Jason Christian
Co-host known for his insights on cinema and political themes; focuses on the historical context of films from the Cold War period.
Anthony Ballas
Co-host with a passion for radical cinema and political discourse; often contributes insights into filmmaking and sociocultural contexts.
Paul Klein
Co-host and film scholar who provides critical analysis of films and their socio-political implications; often invites guests to share various perspectives.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Pretty good but very Left leaning

    Learned discussion about some great movies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark Eggins
    Australia3 months ago
  • Banger!

    Excellent first episode! The balance of historical background, connections to other films, banter, close analysis is perfect! Ending needs to be smoother.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Romacinephile
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and learned discussions surrounding movies, especially the historical context provided alongside film critiques.
The podcast receives praise for its engaging banter and in-depth analysis, though some note its tendency towards a leftist perspective.

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S2 Ep. 6: Pickup on South Street (1953, Samuel Fuller) w/ guest Stephen Gillespie
Q: What is your fascination with Sam Fuller? Why do you like Sam Fuller so much?
Stephen Gillespie dives into his journey of discovering Fuller's films and their unique sensibility, particularly how they transcend typical American cinema.
BONUS: Interview of Christopher Jason Bell
Q: Can you tell listeners what Operation Gladio is?
Bell defines Operation Gladio as a shorthand for counterinsurgency actions in Europe post World War II, particularly in Italy, where violence was orchestrated to maintain a non-leftist government.
BONUS: Interview of Christopher Jason Bell
Q: How did you conceive the idea and how did you... I mean, you must have spent hours and hours looking through archives.
Bell describes how the project evolved around the time Bush was being rehabilitated politically and explores various footage from his presidency, transcribing and selecting significant clips as he sifted through archival material.
S2 Ep. 4: I Married a Communist A.K.A. The Woman on Pier 13 (1949, Robert Stevenson)
Q: Why set this film in San Francisco?
It activates a different kind of temporal fear, suggesting conspiracies are moving westward.
S1 Ep. 14: Cry, the Beloved Country (1951, Zoltán Korda) w/ guest Felicia Maroni
Q: How do you feel about switching the lead actors?
It might have changed the dynamics of the film significantly, especially considering the actors' subsequent iconic roles.

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The focus of each episode revolves around films produced during the Cold War era (1947–1991), where the hosts engage in detailed discussions about the historical contexts, themes, and significance of the featured works. Notable filmmakers and titles are explored, with consideration given to how political and social issues influenced cinema at the time. The dialogue often intersects with broader themes like propaganda, anti-communism, and the ideological divides of the era. Additionally, the podcast includes insights from various guests, adding depth to the discourse and showcasing diverse perspectives on film and culture. This unique approach not only revisits classic movies but also critiques their reception and relevance in the current so... more

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