The Gates Of Cimino
The dive bar of cinema podcasts! Unscripted. All things movies. Each show is dedicated to an interesting backstory in the history of film. We'll be talking about films, actors, books on films, moments in film history, etc. So pull up a seat and join us! Warning: We spoil everything!
Episodes
84 episodes
Ep.84 Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer
Join me today as I talk about the life and tragic end of one of the most iconic child stars - Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer.I go into his early days with Hal Roach, and his untimely death over a dog and $50. A sad end to an eventual Hollywood ...
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Episode 84
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19:58
Ep. 83 Megalopolis
Join writer/producer Armando Chapman and me as we discuss Francis Ford Coppola's new film MEGALOPOLIS!Find out why I loved the film and why Armando didn't as we talk through our separate theater experiences.Join us! We don't spo...
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Episode 83
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37:06
Ep. 82 The Substance
Join director/cinematographer Craig Railsback and me as we discuss the new film The Substance starring Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Dennis Quaid.We talk about our experience at the Los Angeles premiere at the DGA Theater and the cr...
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Episode 82
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29:45
Ep. 81 Earthquake
Since Los Angeles has been shaking a lot lately...We stay current with the times as actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me delve into Charlton Heston and one of the all-time great disaster films - EARTHQUAKE!Warning: Spoilers as alw...
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Episode 81
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1:07:55
Ep. 80 The Year in Movies: 1987
Join me along with Ron Meyers and Joe Trabucco as we delve into the cinematic wonderland known as 1987.We go through the great and the not so great films of one of the biggest years in the history of Hollywood. At least if you're an 80s...
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Episode 80
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1:12:47
Ep. 79 Rust: Case Closed
Join writer/producer Armando Chapman and me as we journey back to Rust! Hear our thoughts as we go through the case and its conclusion which sent one person to jail and another free.Join us!
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Episode 79
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36:28
Ep. 78 The Silent Movie Theater of Los Angeles
One of Los Angeles' most iconic theaters... that you probably have never been to. Join writer/producer Armando Chapman and me as we discuss the infamous Silent Movie Theater on Fairfax.We dive into the history of the theater from its hu...
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Episode 78
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37:58
Ep. 77 Fat and Funny... On Film
Some of Hollywood's biggest stars...Join actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me as we go through the history of Hollywood's great big funny people!We discuss everyone from Roscoe Arbuckle to Chris Farley so grab something sweet to e...
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Episode 77
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Ep. 76 Philip Marlowe and Film Noir
"Tell me something, Mr. Marlowe."Join me today along with Joe Trabucco and Armando Chapman as we discuss the Raymond Chandler films, novels and the iconic character he created.We also dive into other films and shows of the genre...
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Episode 76
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1:07:46
Ep. 75 American Movie
"Life is kinda cool sometimes."Join actor/filmmaker Chris Staviski and me as we talk about one of the greatest documentaries ever made. Chris Smith's AMERICAN MOVIE!We discuss the duo of Mark and Mike as well the film's lasting ...
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Episode 75
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30:22
Ep. 74 Flannel Horror
What's your favorite type of horror? Zombies? Vampires? Slashers? Join writer/actor Vince Cusimano and me as we discuss ours... Flannel Horror!
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Episode 74
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54:51
Ep. 73 Myra Breckinridge
Join writer/producer Armando Chapman and me as we bend over for Myra Breckinridge! We discuss the book by Gore Vidal that turned into one of the most talked about movies of 1970.We talk about the film's stars and the behind the scenes d...
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Episode 73
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56:22
Ep. 72 O.J. Simpson
We the people find the defendant...Join writer/actor Vince Cusimano and me as we break down the acting career of Orenthal James Simpson!We discuss his early football career that turned him into a successful actor and broadcaster...
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Episode 72
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1:06:37
Ep. 71 M. Emmet Walsh
Join actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me as we bid a final farewell to one of the greatest character actors of all time. We discuss some of his greatest performances as well as some of our other favorite character actors who deserve...
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Episode 71
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1:04:23
Ep. 70 Chaplin vs. Keaton
Who you got? A question that has been asked for over 100 years. Join my brother Joe and me as we dive into the life and times of two of the biggest giants in silent films. Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton.We go through their childhoods...
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Episode 70
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1:07:20
Ep. 69 Night Moves
Join actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me as we discuss one of the most overlooked gems of the 1970s. Arthur Penn's NIGHT MOVES! We break down the film's themes and it's cast as well as other great films that fit in the Neo-Noir genr...
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Episode 69
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59:54
Ep. 68 The Last of Sheila
What's your favorite whodunit? We'll start. Join Joe Trabucco, Armando Chapman and me as we discuss Herbert Ross' 1973 masterpiece.We go into the writing process with Stephen Sondheim and Anthony Perkins as well as one of the best ensem...
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Episode 68
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46:49
Ep. 67 Hardcore
Our favorite leading man George C. Scott is back! Join actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me as we dive into this Paul Schrader 70s classic. We discuss this great cast and how mainstream Hollywood views the porn industry back then. Th...
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Episode 67
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55:16
Ep. 66 JFK Revisited
We're not quite done with our JFK discussion! Join Joe Trabucco, Vince Cusimano, and me as we go deeper into Oliver Stone's film and the assassination of the president. We talk about a theory that's not too widely discussed as well as the incon...
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Episode 66
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1:24:35
Ep. 65 Freeway and Freeway 2: Confession of a Trickbaby
One of the strangest double features you'll ever see! Join me and writer/producer Armando Chapman as we discuss and try to process Freeway and Freeway 2: Confession of a Trickbaby. We go into the differences between the two films a...
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Episode 65
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54:15
Ep. 64 Movies For Guys Who Like Movies
One of the greatest cinematic movements in television history. Join Ron Meyers, Joe Trabucco and me as we discuss the short lived TBS' Movies For Guys Who Like Movies.We each have a list of our favorites. We name them off and break each...
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Episode 64
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1:08:38
Ep. 63 Tales From the Crypt's And All Through the House (both versions)
"Merry Christmas you son of a bitch!"Our 2nd annual Holiday episode! Join actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me as we talk about both the feature film of Tales From the Crypt with Joan Collins as well as the updated Robert Zemeckis version...
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Episode 63
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30:59
Ep. 62 The Fearless Vampire Killers
The film where Roman fell in love with Sharon! Join writer/producer Armando Chapman and me as we dive into Roman Polanski's The Fearless Vampire Killers.We discuss the themes of the film reminding us of Hammer Horror as well as the terr...
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Episode 62
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39:32