3.60-Thunderbolt with Jake Myshrall

3.60-Thunderbolt with Jake Myshrall

Author: Jonathan Ytreberg July 25, 2025 Duration: 43:08
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is my conversation about the 1929 film Thunderbolt. I'm joined by Jake Myshrall from the "Film Runner" newsletter and we talk about the innovative ways von Sternberg used sound even in this early sound film, the prevalence of gallows humor throughout the second half of the film, and how various actors are adjusting to the use of sound in film. You can watch Thunderbolt on YouTube and be sure to check out Jake's newsletter. Other films mentioned in this...

There's a whole century of stories waiting in the Academy's archives, and The Oscar Project Podcast is digging through every single one. Instead of just focusing on the current awards season, this show takes the long view, working its way through every film ever nominated for an Oscar starting all the way back in 1929. Each episode is a deep dive into a specific year or a particular film, unpacking not just the cinematic craft on screen but the historical context that shaped it. You'll hear about forgotten gems, surprising snubs, and how the art of filmmaking has evolved over decades. Alongside these detailed reviews and discussions, the podcast regularly features conversations with filmmakers, historians, and authors who provide unique insights into the industry's past and present. It’s for anyone who loves film history as much as the movies themselves, offering a structured but fascinating journey through Hollywood's most celebrated-and sometimes controversial-moments. Tune in to this thoughtfully crafted podcast for a richer understanding of how the Oscars have reflected, and sometimes directed, the entire trajectory of modern cinema.
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3.72-Kicking Off the 3rd Oscars with Beth Lisogorsky [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:49
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is the beginning of my conversations about the films nominated at the 3rd Academy Awards. I'm joined by Beth Lisogorsky who writes the Beth's TV & Film Recommendations newsletter and we b…
3.70-The General with Joshua Ytreberg [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:27
Send us Fan Mail Today's special episode is a conversation I had with my son Joshua about the 1926 film The General, written by, directed by, and starring Buster Keaton. Joshua recommended this film to me after he saw it…
3.69-Mia Mask Interview Replay [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:48
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is a replay of the very first interview episode from back in June 2023. My guest was Mia Mask, a professor at Vassar College where she teaches African American cinema, Documentary History…
3.68-2nd Oscars Recap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:32
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is my recap of everything from the second Academy Awards back in 1930. I run through all the nominees and winners of every category and give a final ranking of all 19 films I was able to…
3.67-Filmmaker Interview with Dylan Trupiano [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:48
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I interview Dylan Trupiano, director of the new short film "Recesses," a poignant reflection on hidden childhood trauma and education system. Listen to hear about the inspiration for…
3.66-Dynamite with Murray Mintz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:28
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is my conversation about the 1929 film Dyamite. I'm joined by Murray Mintz from the "CineVibez Fanzine" newsletter and we talk about what the going rate for "buying a husband" was in 1929…
3.65-Filmmaker Interview with Meron Alon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:33
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I interview Meron Alon, director of the new short film "Too Good," a humorous take on what happens when we die and meet God at the gates to heaven. Listen to hear about the process of…
3.64-Madame X with Dan Pal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:22
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is my conversation about the 1929 film Madame X. I'm joined by Dan Pal from the "PalCinema, Television, & Music" newsletter and we talk about the theme of forgiveness which appears in the…