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Medfield College Film Society
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Podcasting about classic Disney films, live from scenic Medfield College. Watch the movies on Disney+ then join us in what has been described as a wacky discussion. Hosted by Robert McSwain, Jeff Crawford, Andy Brown and Michael Crawford.
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The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again
6d ago01:42:23Tap to summarizeThis week the society returns to a familiar tale with 1979's retread The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again, directed by Vincent McEveety and starring Tim Conway, Don Knotts, and Tim Matheson. Will we ever get off of this roller coaster?
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The Watcher in the Woods
4w ago01:26:41Tap to summarizeThis week the society continues its arduous journey through the Ron Miller era at Walt Disney Productions with 1980's family horror jaunt The Watcher in the Woods, directed by John Hough & Vincent McEveety and starring Bette Davis, Lynn-Holly Johnson, and Kyle Richards. THIS IS NOT FOR KIDS! Experience edgy Disney, 1980 style! Follow us @medfieldfilm for the latest updates.
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The Last Flight of Noah's Ark
Apr 1901:46:30Tap to summarizeThis week the society continues its journey through the perilous seas of the Ron Miller era as they tackle 1980's The Last Flight of Noah's Ark, directed by Charles Jarrott and starring Elliott Gould, Geneviève Bujold, and Ricky Schroder. Join us as we hit the high seas and prepare for a lot of World War II aviation history and... CHEMISTRY!
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Midnight Madness
Mar 2902:09:30Tap to summarizeOn today's show, the society watches the 1980 Ron Miller Joint Midnight Madness, directed by Michael Nankin and David Wechter, and starring David Naughton, Debra Clinger, Joel Kenney, and a young Michael J. Fox.What more can we say? We're still watching these kind of movies. Join us, if you dare.Follow us @medfieldfilm for the latest updates
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Return from Witch Mountain
Feb 801:43:19Tap to summarizeThis week the society is back to watch 1978's Return From Witch Mountain, directed by John Hough and starring Christopher Lee, Bette Davis, and those kids from the other one. Are you ready to energize? Or have the energy sucked out of you? Well, be sure to lock your plutonium furnace and then join us to find out!Bydand Graphic SolutionsTodd Knaperek of Bydand Graphic Solutions; logos, branding, web design.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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The Devil and Max Devlin
Jan 2502:06:35Tap to summarizeThis week the society dives into the depths of MILLER TIME with 1981's The Devil and Max Devlin, directed by Steven Hilliard Stern and starring Elliot Gould and Bill Cosby. Wonder why Disney almost had a corporate takeover in the early 80s? Wonder no longer and join us!Bydand Graphic SolutionsTodd Knaperek of Bydand Graphic Solutions; logos, branding, web design.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Christmas at Walt Disney World (1978)
Dec 2101:36:01Tap to summarizeBuckle of folks. This one is not for the faint of heart. You think this sounds like a walk in the park? This is where the Ron Miller era gets truly upsetting. Have a nice glass of sour milk for your holiday season, but fear not - we all had to watch this!You can find this on YouTube if you have the gumption. If you don't, you can still listen to us talk about it.
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Something Wicked This Way Comes
Dec 1402:18:12Tap to summarizeThis week the society looks within the heart of darkness while watching the 1983 Ron Miller Joint Something Wicked This Way Comes, directed by Jack Clayton and written by Ray Bradbury. You ever wonder what would happen if the haunted circus came to town? Worry no longer! But... I'm so.... old....Follow us @medfieldfilm for the latest updates
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The Black Cauldron
Nov 1601:43:17Tap to summarizeThis week, the society returns to discuss a legendary film about a legendary piece of cookware: THE BLACK CAULDRON! Relive your favorite Sierra game of the 1980s, Jeffrey Katzenberg's naivite, grizzled animators, and more as we delve into the history of this hinge point for Walt Disney animation, and cult classic. Be sure to pack plenty of munchins and crunchins.
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Return to Oz
Oct 3101:54:28Tap to summarizeThis week, the society tackles the 1985 trauma vehicle Return to Oz, a movie that not only features a Jack O'Lantern, but is so utterly spooky and terrifying that it may leave residue over several Halloweens! There are certainly a lot of tricks from director Walter Murch, but are there treats? You will have to listen to find out!
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