
The award-winning indie film history podcast celebrating the history and legacy of movies you know, and movies you don't. Have you ever wondered how your favourite movies were made? Hosted by Em, Verbal Diorama is a movie podcast that takes you behind the scenes to discover the extraordinary stories of cast and crew who bring classic films, blockbuster films, and cult films to life. Movies are tou... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 359 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film HistoryFilm ReviewsTV & Film | |||

The original Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997) wasn't a huge hit at cinemas. It found its real audience on home video and cable, building into a genuine phenomenon almost after the fact.
That success put New Line in an unusual posit... more
Back to the Future Part II wasn't really supposed to exist as its own film. The original Back to the Future's "TO BE CONTINUED" tag was actually a post-hoc addition for home video, not a plan, after studio head Sid Sheinberg demanded a sequel. The pi... more
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Long before Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly had names, they had mugshots. In 1924, Chicago tabloids were consumed by Beulah Annan and Belva Gaertner, two unrelated women tried for murder and both acquitted; largely because all-male juries of the era were ... more
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The host’s voice is so lovely and she tells the filmmaking stories with such clean efficiency. Really well done and well researched!
Only been listening for a few months but it’s already become one of my favourite podcasts.
A unique and fascinating deep dive into films, which has taught me a lot about some of my favourites and made me excited about others I’ve never seen.
Can’t recommend enough for film fans!
Love to hear the history of movies!
A great podcast, deep dives into a lot of my favourite films. Found out a ton of fascinating facts about the making films I’ve seen and love. Thoroughly recommend listening if your a fan of films
Such a diverse range of movies covered, guaranteed to find something of interest and Em’s research and information pulled out is amazing! Come for your episode of choice, stay for the Keanu references!
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Engaging deep-dives into film history, behind-the-scenes making-of stories, and the legacies of both beloved classics and cult favorites. Listeners tune in for meticulously researched context, production trivia, and cultural analysis that connects filmmaking decisions to lasting impact. The show often highlights how films were made, the people who shaped them, and the ways cinema history informs contemporary storytelling. A notable strength is a consistently clear, enthusiastic host with a knack for pulling out surprising details and memorable trivia that appeals to cinephiles and industry-minded listeners alike.
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Verbal Diorama launched 8 years ago and published 359 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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