
The 5 Best Films of Every Year Ever features experts and enthusiasts and, well, their favorite films of every year ever. Host Tristan Ettleman sits down with a new guest every week to dive into the history and beauty of some of the best movies to ever come out of the cinematic medium.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 79 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsTV & FilmFilm History | |||

Ned Thanhouser is president of Thanhouser Company Film Preservation and grandson of film pioneers Gertrude and Edwin Thanhouser. It makes sense, then, that he and Tristan discuss the founding of his family’s studio, which released its first film in 1... more
The start of the 1910s doesn’t quite immediately usher in the cinematic measurement that would come to rule the decade: the feature film. But proto-forms of what would become the narrative standard arise in 1910, and otherwise, exciting images, narra... more
One of the most diverse lists of films selected for any season so far defines this brief conclusion to 1909. The unique array of selections does ultimately lead into a universal appreciation for comedy, rising above some of the efforts to “legitimize... more
Paul Flaig, Lecturer in Film Studies at University of St Andrews, wrote a stellar synthesis of disciplines with his new book Weimar Slapstick and Hollywood Comedy Transformed. While it clearly deals with a later period than 1909, he still works Germa... more
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This is one special show. It’s exciting to hear the value that enthusiasts place on the films through the years. I look forward to each Wednesday when a new episode drops.
Not many talk about the early years of cinema beyond the handful of short one minute films featuring animals that appear on social media occasionally. Even classic film enthusiasts skip the early years, leaving the first decades of film on the cutting room floor for even such ambitious 100 Years of Cinema projects and retrospectives.
Starting at the very beginning, The 5 Best Films of Every Year leaves no stone unturned, bringing on a slew of experts from the around the world to do so. From arc... more
I like films/movies/pictures and everyday is a school day with this podcast. Its introducing me to lots of people I’d never heard of that clearly shaped modern culture that we grew up with. Love every episode and watching the films listed. Thanks to all involved hope it goes for ever
All the way back to the 1890s, this is a highly informative dive into film history. Five experts and enthusiasts tackle each year of film history. And all moderated and produced by Tristan Ettleman, who always keeps the conversation interesting.
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This series showcases discussions about notable films across various years, focusing on the historical significance and unique attributes of each selection. It features a range of guests, including film historians, scholars, and enthusiasts, who provide fascinating insights into early cinema, animation, and the evolution of film storytelling. The conversations often highlight lesser-known works alongside classics, reflecting not only on the films themselves but also on the broader cultural and technological trends that shaped them throughout history. Unique to this series is the collaborative nature of the discussions, inviting listener engagement in curating film selections and exploring the transformative journey of cinema from its incept... more
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2. Donald Crafton
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