Episodes
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Award-winning author of SHE'S A LAMB!, Meredith Hambrock, joins host Emily J. Edwards for the discussion of our first-ever TV limited series, MARE OF EASTTOWN. The 7-part series, starring Kate Winslet, Jean Smart, Julianne Nicholson, Evan Peters, Guy Pearce, and Caily Spaeny, is a bleak and oftentimes harrowing exploration of life in a struggling small town in eastern Pennsylvania. While never flinching away from poverty, drug addiction, abuse, and sexual assault, the show ultimately has a brilliant ending for its dedicated audience.
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The phenomenal author Katy Watson, author of the Three Dahlias series, is here to discuss the BBC adaptation of SHERLOCK, starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. The series expertly portrays the relationship between Sherlock Holmes and John Watson, and why this enduring partnership can be adapted– and will be adapted– for the rest of time.
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Cayce Osborne joins host Emily J. Edwards to discuss the 1983 MOTV/Backdoor Pilot, TRAVIS MCGEE starring Sam Elliott! Travis, the brainchild of one of America's best-selling authors, John D. MacDonald, is a "salvage expert" who excels in returning people's lost valuables– for half the cost of what he recovers. In this adaptation of THE EMPTY COPPER SEA, Travis works to recoup the reputation of a friend for a low low price– with a couple of hot babes included?
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00:00 Character Description and Background33:26 Characterization and Storyline Issues38:48 Impact on Travis McGee Franchise49:12 Book Adaptation and Understanding of Locale -
This week, David Avallone (https://www.patreon.com/cw/DavidAvallone) joins host Emily J. Edwards to discuss pulp fiction, literary adaptations, and the Coen Brothers' early hit, MILLER'S CROSSING. A faithful (but perhaps legally loose) adaptation of Dashiell Hammett's THE GLASS KEY, MILLER'S CROSSING is an audacious crime novel about the love of family– if the only family you're talking about is organized. MILLER'S CROSSING stars Gabriel Byrne, Albert Finney, Marcia Gay Harden, and John Tuturro.
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Tony Wirt and host Emily J. Edwards have a delightful conversation about the movie CLUE and its impact on them, including childhood experiences, the art of mystery writing, Tim Curry's performance, rurality and claustrophobia, and humor and grammar jokes. CLUE subverts genre expectations and the "rules" of mystery writing as set up by classic authors such as Agatha Christie, Ngaio Marsh, and Dorothy L. Sayers. It's bot a perfect and imperfect mystery movie!
Takeaways
Clue's impact on childhood experiencesThe genius of Clue's writing and cast Clue's subversive elements challenge traditional gender dynamics and societal normsThe conversation highlights the importance of fair play and reader expectations in the mystery genreFind guest Tony Wirt online!
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00:00 Introduction and Love for Clue06:02 The Genius of Clue13:30 The Essence of Clue and Gothic Horror20:00 Tim Curry's Performance26:43 Humor and Grammar Jokes in Clue32:12 Gender Representation37:17 Snappy Dialogue43:25 Enjoying the Ride -
Author and editor Michelle Kubitz joins host Emily J. Edwards to discuss the movie that brought many back into the safe and comforting embrace of the movie mystery detective: Rian Johnson's 2019 smash hit KNIVES OUT. It's a comfort movie for both Michelle and Emily, and they chat about all of the revival of the mystery genre in film, the portrayal of the gentleman sleuth, and the social commentary in 'Knives Out'. The conversation also touches on the work of Rian Johnson and the impact of mystery fiction on modern audiences.
Takeaways
Mystery genre revivalGentleman sleuthSocial commentary Political and social commentary in Knives OutThe role of mystery fiction in modern storytellingChapters
00:00 Social Commentary in 'Knives Out'30:59 Exploring the Themes of Knives Out53:07 The Impact of Mystery FictionFollow Michelle on Social Media:
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In this conversation, Nekesa Afia and Emily Edwards discuss the significance of clothing as a storytelling element and the tension and suspense in the movie 'Dial M for Murder.' They also explore the cinematic quality of writing and visualization, as well as Nekesa's Harlem Renaissance series and the writing process. The conversation delves into the messy nature of murder, the gender dynamics and societal expectations portrayed in the film, the heartlessness of the plot, and the male-coded responses and containment within the story.
Takeaways
Clothing as a storytelling elementThe tension and suspense in the movie Murder is a messy, emotionally driven crimeGender dynamics and societal expectations play a significant role in the filmChapters
00:00 Tension and Suspense in the Movie31:14 The Messiness of Murder40:14 Gender Dynamics and Societal Expectations49:03 The Heartlessness of the PlotKeep in Touch with Nekesa:
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Award-winning journalist and author Keith Roysdon joins host Emily J. Edwards to discuss one of David Fincher's masterpieces: 2007's ZODIAC. Keith's new book, SEVEN ANGLES, is out June 1st! Pre-order the book here.
The conversation delves into the world of mystery storylines, the portrayal of crime fiction and newspapers in films, the categories of crime fiction and murder mysteries, the role of newspapers and journalism in mystery movies, and the atmosphere and realism in this incredible movie.
Takeaways
Mystery storylinesNewspaper crime movies Sensationalism in news reportingEvolution of investigative journalismThe impact of historical context on investigationsChapters
00:00 Introduction to Mystery Storylines05:56 Categories of Crime Fiction and Murder Mysteries11:56 Portrayal of the 1970s and Journalism18:20 Challenges in realistic representation of Police work and Journalism26:58 Atmosphere and Realism in Writing and Filmmaking33:02 Evolution of Investigative Journalism40:21 Impact of Historical Context on FilmFind Keith Online!
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Host Emily J. Edwards is joined by award-winning author Lawrence Allan (the Jimmy Cooper mysteries) to discuss the sleuth classic, THE THIN MAN. The conversation delves into the influence of 'The Thin Man' on detective fiction, the distinction between cozy and private investigator detective fiction, the adaptation of 'The Thin Man' and the comparison with other detective movies.
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00:00 Introduction and Movie Selection05:00 Cozy vs. Private Investigator09:59 Comparison with Other Detective Movies28:25 The Thin Man and Christmas54:36 The Chemistry of On-Screen CouplesConnect with Lawrence:
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Host Emily J. Edwards is joined by award-winning author and journalist, Libby Cudmore to discuss the 1988 Touchstone Features hit, "Who Framed Roger Rabbit?" starring Bob Hoskins and Christopher Lloyd.
The conversation begins with an introduction and a discussion about the guest's books. It then transitions into a comparison between the book and movie adaptation of 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit.' The setting and characters of the movie are explored, followed by a discussion on Hollywood and urban living depicted in the film. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the legacy of 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit.' The conversation delves into the themes of community justice in mystery fiction, the impact of childhood exposure to the mystery genre, character portrayal and influence in mystery films, and the terrifying nature of characters in mystery films.
Takeaways
Mystery novels and authorsAdaptation of novels into moviesCharacter development and portrayal Community justice in mystery fictionImpact of childhood exposure to mystery genre Comedic mysteries' balance of irreverence and respect for the subject matterMystery fiction characters are often described as ordinary, adding to the relatability of the genreChapters
00:00 Introduction and Book Discussion06:36 Hollywood and Urban Living in Who Framed Roger Rabbit20:25 Legacy of Who Framed Roger Rabbit30:27 The Terrifying Nature of Characters in Mystery Films43:17 The Appeal of Comedic Mysteries49:31 The Art of Mystery Writing55:11 The Characters of Mystery FictionGuest links
Website - https://libbycudmore.com
Instagram - https://instagram.com/record_saturday
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New trailer for @silverscreensleuths! The first episode will be dropping in just a few weeks! We're already on #applepodcasts, #spotify, and #youtube. (Don't worry, @keithroysdon gets to speak in the full episode, I didn't just record him listening to me yap 😂). Clip features Keith, @record_saturday, @nekesawritesbooks, and @writelarrywrite.Keep In Touch:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/msemilyedwardsShow Insta: https://www.instagram.com/silverscreensleuths/Emily's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/msemilyedwards/Emily's Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/msemilyedwards.bsky.socialBooks: https://msemilyedwards.com/the-girl-friday-mysteries/
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Your host Emily J. Edwards, author of the Girl Friday mystery series, creator of the podcast F*bois of Literature, and former co-host of Ticklish Business, is announcing the imminant arrival of Silver Screen Sleuths, the podcast that brings together mystery writers of all types to discuss mystery films and TV shows. Award-winning, best-selling, and celebrated authors of private investigators, cozies, historicals, police procedurals, gentleman sleuths, and more join Emily weekly and delve into the most celebrated– or most off-the-mark– mystery movies ever made.
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