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Lions, Towers & Shields

Lions, Towers & Shields is a celebration of films from the classic Hollywood era. Shelly Brisbin leads a merry band through recaps and reviews of great old movies from the 1930s, 40s, and 50s.

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54: For the Love of Linotype

54: For the Love of Linotype

The history of newspapers and typography is this movie’s subject. Director Sam Fuller made this love letter to journalis... Read more

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53: The Ambiguously Gay Duo

53: The Ambiguously Gay Duo

Put the blame on mame, boys. And also on George McCreedy and Glenn Ford. It’s a love triangle and an erotic noir. But ma... Read more

17 Jun 2022

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51: The Ninotchka Cinematic Universe

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46: A Rough 35

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