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Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome legendary actress Linda Gray. Brandon and Linda discuss her upbringing in Los Angeles which led to modeling jobs and a career in acting. We chat about her most famous role as Sue Ellen Ewing on Dallas as well as her connection to the iconic poster of The Graduate. Linda also explains why her passion for acting continues all these years later.

Front Row Classics welcomes back our friend Scott Nevins. Scott is an award winning host comedian and interviewer. Brandon and Scott chat about their mutual love of Broadway musicals, Judy Garland and Hollywood history.

Front Row Classics welcomes back our friend Jeremy Arnold for another Christmas in July. Brandon and Jeremy are highlighting the unsung noir heist thriller, Cash on Demand from 1961. Set during the Christmas season, this well-written British thriller stars Peter Cushing and André Morrell in to unforgettable performances. Produced by Hammer Films, this movie is small jewel that is a fun offbeat addition to holiday viewing.

Front Row Classics welcomes back our friend Jeremy Arnold for another Christmas in July. Brandon and Jeremy are highlighting the unsung noir heist thriller, Cash on Demand from 1961. Set during the Christmas season, this well-written British thriller stars Peter Cushing and André Morrell in to unforgettable performances. Produced by Hammer Films, this movie is small jewel that is a fun offbeat addition to holiday viewing.

Front Row Classics welcomes host, actor, and content creator Justin Root. As host of "The Justin Root Show", he provides viewers a glimpse into the history of Hollywood and Los Angeles history. Brandon and Justin discuss his love of pop culture and L.A. They also chat about his memorable encounters with legends such as Carol Burnett, Betty White and Faye Dunaway. You can find "The Justin Root Show" at https://www.youtube.com/@TheJustinRootShow and https://www.instagram.com/thejustinrootshow/

Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome Derek Lajeunesse of The Dream Factory podcast. Brandon and Derek are celebrating the storied Arthur Freed Unit from MGM. The two discuss how MGM musicals made an impact on their lives and highlight some of the most pivotal films of that era. You can find The Dream Factory wherever you listen to podcasts.

Front Row Classics is taking a look at a genuine comedy classic. Brandon is joined by Scott Gardner to discuss 1948's Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House. The film features flawless performances from Cary Grant, Myrna Loy and Melvyn Douglas. Brandon and Scott chat about the comedic highlights and how the movie represent post-war life in the U.S. They also chat about how surprisingly relevant it is today.

Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of most underrated romantic epics in film history. Brandon and Emmett Stanton are commemorating the 45th anniversary of Warren Beatty's Reds. The two discuss the epic scope and big ideas on Beatty's film which also includes performances from Diane Keaton, Jack Nicholson, Edward Herrmann and Oscar winning role from Maureen Stapleton. The mix of art and lift permeate the film's account of the 1919 October Revolution. Brandon and Emmett celebrate both the strengths and weaknesses of a film that is due for a reassessment.

Front Row Classics is taking a look the women of Film Noir. Brandon welcomes authors/film historians Alain Silver and James Ursini to discuss their book, "Film Noir Fatal Women" which provides a visual narrative of many of the most pivotal women of the genre. The book utilizes over 400 photographs to tell the story of the contributions of women in the storytelling of noir. "Film Noir Fatal Women" is available from Silman-James Press wherever books are sold.

Front Row Classics is continuing its summer viewing by taking a look at one of the most loved films of the 1980s. Brandon and Peter Martin are discussing 1981's On Golden Pond. Based on the celebrated play by Ernest Thompson, the movie still has the power to tickle your funny bone and touch your heart. The two hosts take a look at the two Oscar winning performances of Henry Fonda (in his last film role) and Katherine Hepburn, They also chat about how art imitated life with the on and off screen father/daughter relationship with Henry and Jane Fonda.