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The 5 Best Films of Every Year Ever

Tristan Ettleman
Early Cinema
1900
Film Innovation
Georges Méliès
Silent Film
Alice Guy-Blaché
Magical Techniques
Cinderella
The Dairy Maid's Revenge
Silent Films
Film Restoration
Victorian Film
Lumière Brothers
William Friese-Greene
Silent Cinema
Gabriel Veyre
Paris Exposition
20th Century Film
Grandma's Reading Glass
Film Technology

The 5 Best Films of Every Year Ever features experts and enthusiasts and, well, their favorite films of every year ever. Host Tristan Ettleman sits down with a new guest every week to dive into the history and beauty of some of the best movies to ever come out of the cinematic medium.

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Author and scholar Donald Crafton wrote Before Mickey: The Animated Film, 1898-1928, a defining work of early animation history. Yet with the exception of one example from a filmmaker much discussed in that book and especially his other Emile Cohl, C... more

Paddy Adamson, Associate Lecturer in Film Studies at the University of St Andrews, recently published his monograph Projecting America: The Epic Western and National Mythmaking in 1920s Hollywood. While this particular research interest is represente... more

The end of the first decade of the 20th century is a fitting time to reflect on the monumental changes facing the cinematic medium and the global industry that supported it in 1909. As this season will demonstrate, with an extremely diverse array of ... more

The introduction to this 1908 season addressed the elephant in the room: D.W. Grififth’s directorial debut. However, even though he came up quite a bit in the five conversations, his films didn’t dominate the selections (yet), and the heterogeneity o... more

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Paddy Adamson
Associate Lecturer in Film Studies at the University of St. Andrews
University of St. Andrews
Episode: 1909 E2 - Paddy Adamson
Tracy Gossel
Episode: 1908 E7 - Prestige and Spectacle
Don McHale
Episode: 1908 E7 - Prestige and Spectacle
Donald Sosen
Episode: 1908 E7 - Prestige and Spectacle
Benjamin Schultz-Figueroa
Episode: 1908 E7 - Prestige and Spectacle
Donald Sosin
Composer and performer specializing in silent film music.
Episode: 1908 E5 - Donald Sosin
Ivo Blom
Lecturer in Comparative Arts & Media Studies at Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam
Episode: 1908 E4 - Ivo Blom
Don McHoull
Creator of Silent Movie GIFs, known for his expertise in silent film history
Silent Movie Gifts
Episode: 1908 E3 - Don McHoull
Tracey Goessel
Author and preservationist, founder of the Film Preservation Society
Film Preservation Society
Episode: 1908 E2 - Tracey Goessel

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Tristan Ettleman
Host of the series, facilitating engaging discussions with guests eager to explore the nuances of cinematic history.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Great listen

    This is one special show. It’s exciting to hear the value that enthusiasts place on the films through the years. I look forward to each Wednesday when a new episode drops.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Allen0671
    United States2 months ago
  • A Who’s Who of Silent Film Experts and Enthuisasts

    Not many talk about the early years of cinema beyond the handful of short one minute films featuring animals that appear on social media occasionally. Even classic film enthusiasts skip the early years, leaving the first decades of film on the cutting room floor for even such ambitious 100 Years of Cinema projects and retrospectives.

    Starting at the very beginning, The 5 Best Films of Every Year leaves no stone unturned, bringing on a slew of experts from the around the world to do so. From arc... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    0GuywithGlasses0
    United States8 months ago
  • Brilliant

    I like films/movies/pictures and everyday is a school day with this podcast. Its introducing me to lots of people I’d never heard of that clearly shaped modern culture that we grew up with. Love every episode and watching the films listed. Thanks to all involved hope it goes for ever

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ollycheeks
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Detailed discussions each episode

    All the way back to the 1890s, this is a highly informative dive into film history. Five experts and enthusiasts tackle each year of film history. And all moderated and produced by Tristan Ettleman, who always keeps the conversation interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zepfanman
    United Statesa year ago

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Engaging discussions that delve into underrepresented aspects of film history.
Well-researched insights that make learning about early cinema enjoyable.
A valuable resource for film buffs and cinephiles alike.

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1905 E2 - Dan Willard
Q: What is notable about 'The Kleptomaniac'?
Charles Musser considers it one of Porter's most radical films condemning class bias in the justice system and it's one of the first American social dramas.
1905 E2 - Dan Willard
Q: What's significant about 'Rescued by Rover'?
It marks a key stage in the medium's development from an amusing novelty to the seventh art and possibly highlights the only point in film history where British cinema led the world.
1905 E2 - Dan Willard
Q: What stands out to you about 1905 this year in particular?
I would say 1905, 1903, those years. I think the company Pathé stands out as they were producing the most influential films during that time.
1900 E6 - Enri Ceballos
Q: Was this also the same group that produced the Cyrano de Bergerac sound film that was exhibited?
Yes, La Fono Cinema Theater was involved in early cinema innovations, promoting technology combining moving images with synchronized sound.
1900 E6 - Enri Ceballos
Q: What stands out to you about this film?
La Concierge is an early example of slapstick cinema and centers on women's involvement in the workplace, focusing on the comedic chaos caused by mischievous children.

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Focusing on the rich tapestry of film history, the series engages with experts and enthusiasts to explore notable films from different years, particularly emphasizing the silent film era and early cinematic achievements. Each episode features intimate discussions around selected films that reflect social themes, cultural significance, and innovative storytelling techniques of their time. The blend of expert insights, personal anecdotes, and academic discussions makes it a noteworthy resource for anyone interested in understanding cinema's evolution and its impact on culture and society.

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2. Tracy Gossel
3. Don McHale
4. Donald Sosen
5. Benjamin Schultz-Figueroa
6. Donald Sosin
7. Ivo Blom
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