Classic Movie Review

Join the host archaeologist John for classic movies reviews with his own special spin. Using his archaeological background, he connects historic, cinematic, genealogical, and current facts to add a dimension to his reviews that will increase your enjoyment of these classic movies. John tells all for movies over 25 years old. He also presents his world-famous short summaries of each classic movies reviewed. ClassicMovieRev.com

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Billy the Kid Versus Dracula (1966)

Billy the Kid Versus Dracula (1966) is one of those film titles that just make you say wow. Unfortunately, this episode may be a little short due to the limited star power in this film. Other than John Carradine, who I could talk about for days, Mrs. Folgers, and a few cameos there is not much to say. Major Actors John Carradine Virginia Christine Melinda Plowman Bing Russell Chuck Courtney World Famous Short Summary Girl falls for an older man. Boyfriend kills him. Rough Script We would love to...

Dec 07, 2014•16 min•Ep. 10

The Green Berets (1968)

The Green Berets (1968) if often listed as one of the worst war movies ever. The Green Berets 1968 is presented as a belated Veteran's Day tribute. This movie stars John Wayne and many from his cast of regular players. Major Actors John Wayne Bruce Cabot We would love to get your feedback! Email HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS You can also subscribe via Stitcher...

Nov 24, 2014•18 min•Ep. 9

Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man (1943)

Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man (1943) is a battle between two of the best well-known movie monsters. Major Actors Lon Chaney, Jr. Patric Knowles Bela Lugosi World Famous Short Summary Man struggles with his identity while traveling in Europe until all his troubles are washed away. Rough Script Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man (1943) We would love to get your feedback! Email HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! Tweet to your followers - I just listened to a snarky movie review @nantandrivein If you dug this ...

Oct 31, 2014•16 min•Ep. 8

Son of Frankenstein (1939)

Son of Frankenstein (1939) is the most entertaining of the original Universal monster movies. We would love to get your feedback! Email HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS You can also subscribe via Stitcher Read more at classicmovierev.com...

Oct 20, 2014•17 min•Ep. 7

Young Frankenstein (1974) - Why This Horror Comedy is Still a Masterpiece!

Young Frankenstein (1974) is a laugh a minute send-up of the horror genre written by Gene Wilder and Mel Brooks. It was also directed by Brooks. Major Actors Gene Wilder Peter Boyle Teri Garr Cloris Leachman Kenneth Mars Madeline Kahn World Famous Short Summary City boy falls for country girl. Country boy falls for city girl. Everyone live happily ever after. Rough Script of Young Frankenstein (1974) We would love to get your feedback! Email HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! If you dug this episode head ...

Oct 12, 2014•15 min•Ep. 6

Bride of Frankenstein (1935)

Bride of Frankenstein (1935) is one of the great monster movies featuring the female monster's lightning-streaked hair. I believe this to be the greatest of the three films made in the 1930s. The Bride of Frankenstein (1935) introduced us to the monster's lightning-haired mate and many other elements that will be clear to any fan of Young Frankenstein (1974). Major Actors Boris Karloff Elsa Lancaster Colin Clive We would love to get your feedback! Email HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! Ways to subscribe...

Oct 01, 2014•12 min•Ep. 5

Of Mice and Men (1939)

Of Mice and Men (1939) is based on the classic novel by John Steinbeck. It follows a pair of itinerant workers during the Great Depression. I have arrived here from In Harm's Way 1963 and am now following Burgess Meredith. Major Actors Lon Chaney Jr. Burgess Meredith Famous Short Summary Two itinerant workers take work at a California farm run by a psychotic runt and his wife who is prone to make bad choices. Things end badly for the workers. Rough Script We would love to get your feedback! Emai...

Sep 02, 2014•12 min•Ep. 4

In Harm's Way (1965)

In Harm's Way (1965) - The epic war drama directed by Otto Preminger and starring John Wayne . This movie shows the struggle will with disgrace and redemption and the importance of friends. Major Actors John Wayne Kirk Douglas Patricia Neal Tom Tryon Paula Prentiss Dana Andrews Burgess Meredith Franchot Tone Slim Pickens James Mitchum George Kennedy Bruce Cabot Henry Fonda World Famous Short Summary People get second chances, mostly with the help of their friends. But they still might be asshole...

Aug 25, 2014•18 min•Ep. 3

McLintock! (1963)

McLintock! (1963) McLintock is a political satire features the king of the cowboys - John Wayne. Wayne tries to work out his domestic problems while dealing with settlers, the government, and Indians. We are continuing on the Bruce Cabot line from King Kong (1933) with a review of the McLintock! (1970). Major Actors John Wayne Bruce Cabot Maureen O'Hara Patrick Wayne Christopher George Stefanie Powers Chill Wills Yvonne De Carlo Jerry Van Dyke Edgar Buchanan Strother Martin Hank Worden Bob Steel...

Aug 03, 2014•12 min•Ep. 2

Promo Classic Movie Review

Do you read movie summaries on IMDb? Do you miss the first 20 minutes of every movie as you search to find out who the actors are? Do you have to figure out the film in which you’ve seen that actor before? Well, have I got a podcast for you! My name is John, and I’m a retired archaeologist. On Classic Movie Review, I break down movies with extensive summaries, details on the actors, and fascinating bits of information that add to the experience. I review movies that are at least 25 years old, wi...

Jul 03, 2014•41 sec

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