(Episode recorded November 2, 2024)

00:00 Introduction to Shea Cinema and King Kong
01:54 Guest Intro: Andrew Corns
05:31 The Academy Awards and Cultural Context
10:52 Production Insights and Screenplay Details
14:29 King Kong Musical
18:00 King Kong's Legacy and Influence on Cinema
28:17 Connections to Literature and Personal History
36:33 Character Development and Themes in King Kong
45:06 Censorship and the Evolution of King Kong
51:54 History Timeline, Feb/Mar 1933
52:08 Historical Context and Cultural Impact
01:09:25 Box Office Success and Challenges
01:10:33 Top Song of the Day
01:16:53 "Day Of" Headlines, March 2, 1933
01:28:50 Plot Summary and Character Analysis
01:35:25 Adventures on Skull Island
01:36:43 Watching The Lost World
01:40:39 The Lost World vs. King Kong
01:46:46 Sympathy for the Monster
01:52:54 The Evolution of Special Effects
01:57:22 Contemporary Review, NYT, March 3, 1933
02:02:45 Roger Ebert Review, 2002
02:08:43 Keely Joins the Discussion
02:08:54 Thumbs Rating
02:14:24 "You're Not Women"
02:18:43 Exploring Racial Themes in Classic Cinema
02:22:35 Likes and Dislikes
02:26:52 Visual Effects and Their Impact
02:31:58 The T-Rex/Allosaurus Scene
02:35:43 Arrowsmith Questions
02:36:05 Cultural Reflections and Allegories
02:41:11 Rewatchability and Legacy of King Kong
02:44:31 Shea Cinema Stats: Wedding and Death Count
02:52:42 Bimbo Award
02:56:52 Andrew Loves Overtures
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