Mini #148: Actors Who Directed ONCE
Jan 25, 2018•36 min
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Summary
Gilbert Gottfried and Frank Santopadre delve into the intriguing world of Hollywood's one-time directors, challenging Gilbert to name actors who only directed a single feature film. They discuss diverse examples like Peter Lorre's "The Lost One," Charles Laughton's acclaimed "Night of the Hunter," and the surprising directorial efforts of Jimmy Cagney, Carl Malden, Anthony Quinn, Walter Matthau, and voice acting legend Paul Frees. The episode unearths rare cinematic gems and shares behind-the-scenes stories, including Gilbert's comedic impressions and personal anecdotes.Episode description
This week: In praise of Richard Widmark! In search of Tuesday Weld! Boris Badenov directs! And Gary Cooper turns down "Night of the Hunter"!
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