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Writers on Film

Film Stories
Beetlejuice
Stanley Kubrick
Venice Film Festival
2001: A Space Odyssey
Il Cinema Ritrovato
Hollywood
Joker: Folie À Deux
Arthur C. Clarke
Cinema
Charles Hawtrey
Carry On Films
Film Making
Science Fiction
Visual Effects
British Comedy
Mike Nichols
New York
Lawrence Kasdan
Columbia Pictures
Cannes

Writers on Film is the only podcast to focus on film books and to talk to the best authors working in the area of cinema. From Making Of tomes to biographies, studies to novelisations, author and film critic John Bleasdale is fascinated by where the written word intersects with the world of the big screen. Get bonus content on Patreon A proud part of the Film Stories Podcast Network: www.filmstori... more

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Recent Guests

James Harrison
Film enthusiast and organizer of South West Silents and Film Noir UK
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Episode: The Pordenone Silent Film Festival with James Harrison and Neil Brand
Neil Brand
Film music expert and accompanist known for his work with silent films
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Episode: The Pordenone Silent Film Festival with James Harrison and Neil Brand
Jennifer O'Callaghan
Author of "Rear Window: The Making of a Hitchcock Masterpiece in the Hollywood Golden Age"
Episode: Rear Window with Jennifer O'Callaghan
David M. Stewart
Author of A New Biography, There's No Going Back, the life and work of Jonathan Demme
Episode: Jonathan Demme by David M. Stewart
Caroline Young
Author and film critic
Episode: Single and Psycho: with Caroline Young
Will Sloan
Author and podcaster
Episode: Will Sloan on Ed Wood Jr: Made in Hollywood
Bilge Ebiri
Writer for The Vulture
The Vulture
Episode: Venice Film Festival Part Two
Clark Collis
Formerly of Entertainment Weekly, freelance writer, and author of Screaming and Conjuring
Episode: Screaming and Conjuring with Clark Collis
Roger Lewis
Author known for biographies including Peter Sellers, Anthony Burgess, and Laurence Olivier
Episode: The Life and Death of Peter Sellers author Roger Lewis

Host

John Bleasdale
Host and film critic with a deep focus on literature related to cinema, garnering insights from a diverse spectrum of film authors and specialists.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings
  • Terrific

    This John fella sure knows what he’s talkin’ about. Great guests, great host, great pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FrenchSwizzle
    United States2 months ago
  • Recommended

    Content for the film lover

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LBG90039
    United States2 months ago
  • Great

    This is a great podcast - intelligent, well researched and interesting. Interviews with authors who write about film. It’s not a podcast rehashing tired Hollywood gossip, but discusses development of film and many key contributors. I have been reading many of these writers most of my life and listening to interviews with Molly Haskell, Jeanne Basinger, Joseph McBride etc talking about Preston Sturges, Billy Wilder, Coen Brothers and so much more is wonderful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cate2104
    Australia2 years ago
  • A wonderful, informative look at film and the people who write about it

    Film has long been my escape from the drudgery and depression of the real world; now, this great podcast has become another means of accessing film in all its wonder and complications, from experts who truly know their stuff. The long form interviews are fascinating, and Mr. Bleasdale is a sharp interlocutor. Hats off to him for filling this niche!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Virgil#4
    United States3 years ago
  • From Strength To Strength

    Writer and film critic John Bleasdale came up with that rarest of things: a unique movie podcast concept.

    His conversations with the authors of books on film have proven time and again to be fascinating, insightful, informative and always entertaining.

    There’s something for everyone who loves films and books on films from Scorsese, Women in Hollywood, Herzog, Mexican cinema to the making of Highlander.

    If you love movies, books and books on movies, do yourself a solid and subscribe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr Englaise
    United Kingdom4 years ago

Listeners Say

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A unique niche focusing on film literature, offering deep insights from a knowledgeable host.
Intelligent and well-researched discussions with authors about cinema, moving beyond typical Hollywood gossip.
Highly engaging conversations that enrich listeners' understanding of film culture through literary perspectives.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#215
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Apple Podcasts
#215
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Talking Points

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Rear Window with Jennifer O'Callaghan
Q: What are your thoughts on Grace Kelly's portrayal and presence in Rear Window?
Grace Kelly brought an ethereal quality to her role which overshadowed her inexperience, and fans often remark on her ability to hold the screen effortlessly.
Rear Window with Jennifer O'Callaghan
Q: Can you give us a little bit of a background about where this film is couched?
Rear Window was made at an interesting time in Hollywood, transitioning out of the McCarthyism era where fear and paranoia influenced narratives and character relationships.
Rear Window with Jennifer O'Callaghan
Q: What made you choose this particular Hitchcock book?
I wanted to write a book that I would love to read, focusing on the making of a film I admire, particularly exploring the narrative and storytelling elements.
The Pordenone Silent Film Festival with James Harrison and Neil Brand
Q: Neil, as an accompanist, you're improvising the score as you watch the film.
Yes, I have been since the start. I learned my trade at the National Film Theatre, where often you had to just react quickly to the film.
Jonathan Demme by David M. Stewart
Q: Can you recommend a film book for our listeners?
David recommends 'The Golden Hour' by Matthew Spector for its beautiful narrative about families in Hollywood.

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Content centers on the intersection of literature and cinema, exploring a wide array of topics from film history to the nuances of filmmaking, as conveyed through conversations with authors who specialize in literature about film. The episodes feature discussions ranging from in-depth analyses of notable films and their creators, to reflections on cultural themes and industry practices, with guests often being authors, critics, or experts in cinematic literature. A distinctive aspect is the focus on the narratives that underpin films through the eyes of those who have written about them, making it an insightful resource for film enthusiasts and those interested in the literary aspects of cinema.

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1. James Harrison
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3. Jennifer O'Callaghan
4. David M. Stewart
5. Caroline Young
6. Will Sloan
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8. Clark Collis

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