The Extras

By: Tim Millard
  • Summary

  • The Extras explores the behind the scenes extras of your favorite TV shows, movies, and animation, whether on digital, dvd/blu-ray and 4K, or your favorite streaming site.
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Episodes
  • DARK CITY DAMES with TCM's Eddie Muller, Host of Noir Alley
    Apr 14 2025

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    Eddie Muller, host of Noir Alley on TCM, discusses his fully revised book "Dark City Dames: The Women Who Defined Film Noir," which profiles noir actresses both at the height of their fame and decades later as they reflected on their lives after Hollywood. He shares the fascinating journey of interviewing these women, gaining their trust, and documenting their remarkable stories of resilience as they navigated life after the spotlight faded.

    • Actresses profiled include Jane Greer, Ann Savage, Audrey Totter, Marie Windsor, Coleen Gray, & Evelyn Keyes
    • Added profiles include Claire Trevor, Rhonda Fleming, Joan Bennett, Ruth Roman, Gail Russell, and more...

    You can find "Dark City Dames: The Women Who Defined Film Noir" at booksellers beginning April 8th, with the first official book signing at the TCM Film Festival on April 24-27.

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    Dark City Dames: The Women Who Defined Film Noir (Revised and Expanded Edition)Dark City: The Lost World of Film Noir (Revised and Expanded Edition)Eddie Muller's Noir Bar: Cocktails Inspired by the World of Film Noir

    REVIEW - THE DAY THE EARTH BLEW UP: A LOONEY TUNES MOVIE with Tim Millard, host of The Extras Podcast.

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    As an Amazon Affiliate, The Extras may receive a commission for purchases through our purchase links. There is no additional cost to you, and every little bit helps us in the production of the podcast. Thanks in advance.

    Otaku Media produces podcasts, behind-the-scenes extras, and media that connect creatives with their fans and businesses with their consumers. Contact us today to see how we can work together to achieve your goals. tim@theextras.tv

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    39 mins
  • Warner Archive May Release Announcement Part 2: Rhapsody In Blue & High Society 4K
    Apr 7 2025

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    Warner Archive's May releases feature two significant musical films: a restored pre-release version of "Rhapsody in Blue" with 13 additional minutes only shown to WWII soldiers, and the long-awaited 4K release of "High Society" featuring Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, and Grace Kelly.

    • "Rhapsody in Blue" restoration includes footage cut before 1945 theatrical release
    • Film features people who knew Gershwin playing themselves including Oscar Levant and Al Jolson
    • Restored Porgy and Bess sequence with original Broadway actress Anne Brown expanded from 90 seconds to 4-5 minutes
    • Includes 10+ minute overture created for original theatrical screenings
    • "High Society" arrives in 4K from VistaVision negative with Dolby Atmos and original mono audio options
    • Cole Porter wrote original songs for the film including "True Love," which became a platinum record for Grace Kelly
    • This was Grace Kelly's final Hollywood film before becoming Princess of Monaco
    • VistaVision horizontal format provides exceptional clarity without distortion
    • Warner Archive offers both 4K/Blu-ray combo pack and standalone Blu-ray options for consumers

    We appreciate your support of Warner Archive Collection as we continue to preserve and restore classic films with the highest technical standards possible.

    Pre-order links are not yet available.

    If you missed it, listen to Part 1 of the May Release Announcement - episode 177



    REVIEW - THE DAY THE EARTH BLEW UP: A LOONEY TUNES MOVIE with Tim Millard, host of The Extras Podcast.

    The Extras Facebook page
    The Extras Twitter
    Warner Archive & Warner Bros Catalog Group

    As an Amazon Affiliate, The Extras may receive a commission for purchases through our purchase links. There is no additional cost to you, and every little bit helps us in the production of the podcast. Thanks in advance.

    Otaku Media produces podcasts, behind-the-scenes extras, and media that connect creatives with their fans and businesses with their consumers. Contact us today to see how we can work together to achieve your goals. tim@theextras.tv

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    52 mins
  • Warner Archive May Release Announcement Part 1: Two Older and Two Modern Classics
    Apr 4 2025

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    Warner Archive announces four exciting Blu-ray releases for May, ranging from 1930s classics to modern masterpieces, all meticulously remastered for optimal presentation.

    • Three Comrades (1938): Frank Borzage directs this pacifist film based on Erich Maria Remarque's novel, with screenplay contributions from F. Scott Fitzgerald
    • First remaster in 32 years showcases stunning new transfer from second generation elements after original negative was lost
    • Mystery Street (1950): Early John Sturges police procedural featuring Ricardo Montalban in a rare leading role that wasn't compromised by his ethnicity
    • Includes significant Boston location shooting including scenes at Harvard before commercial filming was banned there
    • Lean on Me (1989): Morgan Freeman stars as real-life principal Joe Clark in John G. Avildsen's inspirational drama
    • First proper HD release, scanned from original negative at 4K after only being available in pan-and-scan DVD format
    • La Vie en Rose (2007): Marion Cotillard's Oscar-winning performance as legendary singer Edith Piaf finally comes to US Blu-ray
    • Features beautiful cinematography and 5.1 audio showcasing Piaf's iconic music

    Stay tuned for part two of our May release announcements coming in an upcoming episode.

    Pre-orders are not yet available.



    REVIEW - THE DAY THE EARTH BLEW UP: A LOONEY TUNES MOVIE with Tim Millard, host of The Extras Podcast.

    The Extras Facebook page
    The Extras Twitter
    Warner Archive & Warner Bros Catalog Group

    As an Amazon Affiliate, The Extras may receive a commission for purchases through our purchase links. There is no additional cost to you, and every little bit helps us in the production of the podcast. Thanks in advance.

    Otaku Media produces podcasts, behind-the-scenes extras, and media that connect creatives with their fans and businesses with their consumers. Contact us today to see how we can work together to achieve your goals. tim@theextras.tv

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    22 mins
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