Ep. 137- E.T. the Extra Terrestrial-40th Anniversary

Front Row Classics celebrates the 40th anniversary of one of the seminal Sci-Fi/Fantasy films of all time. Brandon and Eric welcome Guilty Pleasures’ Louis Hare to salute E.T. the Extra Terrestrial. The hosts discuss the many aspects that have kept the film timeless for four decades. Among the topics are the phenomenal child actors, John Williams’ score and Steven Spielberg’s masterful direction. We also discuss the cultural impact made upon it’s release and why it may be due for a re-discovery by many film fans.

FEATURING: Brandon Davis, Eric Flick and Louis Hare

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Ep. 122- Close Encounters of the Third Kind

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Front Row Classics celebrates one of the most iconic films of the 1970s, Close Encounters of the Third Kind. The film marked Steven Spielberg’s only entry as both director and writer. Steve Sykes, from View From the Back Row, joins Brandon and Eric for this look at one of the most beloved entries in the sci-fi genre. The hosts look at the legendary moments and hopeful tone the movie exudes. We also discuss the three separate versions of the film that have made their way to audiences over the years.

FEATURING: Brandon Davis, Eric Flick and Steve Sykes

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Ep. 75- The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951)

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Front Row Classics kicks off Summer 2021 with a touch of science fiction. We tackle the 50s sci-fi masterpiece, The Day the Earth Stood Still. Ryan Lootens, of Front Row Flashbacks, joins Brandon and Eric to break down one of the most popular films of the decade. The hosts discuss the legendary performance of Michael Rennie as Klaatu as well as the many classic genre tropes this film helped to inspire. The political climate of the early fifties also plays a major part in the discussion of a movie that still feels relevant 70 years later.

FEATURING: Brandon Davis, Eric Flick and Ryan Lootens

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