His Girl Friday, Robert Kalloch, & 100 Years of Columbia Pictures

Feb 12

Written By Tim Millard

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HIS GIRL FRIDAY, Robert Kalloch, & 100 Years of Columbia Pictures

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February 12, 2024

Steven C. Smith, Kimberly Truhler

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Celebrate a century of cinematic splendor with us as film historian Steven C. Smith and fashion expert Kimberly Truhler peel back the curtain on Columbia Pictures' illustrious history. From Harry Cohn's strategic cunning to the studio's transformation under the guiding hand of Frank Capra, this episode promises a treasure trove of insider knowledge. We'll reflect on the indelible mark left by "His Girl Friday"—a film that continues to sparkle with wit and wisdom 84 years after its debut. With Steven and Kimberly's expertise, we'll also discover the crucial role of fashion in film, celebrating Robert Kalloch's contributions to some of the era's most iconic looks.

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Kimberly Truhler GlamAmore website

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Columbia Classics 4K Ultra HD Collection Volume 4
Film Noir Style: The Killer 1940s book
Music by Max Steiner: The Epic Life of Hollywood's Most Influential Composer Book
A Heart at Fire's Center: The Life and Music of Bernard Herrmann Book

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KIMBERLY TRUHLER

Kimberly Truhler is a film historian, lecturer, and author. She founded GLAMAMOUR to celebrate the history of fashion in film and how that legacy of iconic costume design continues to influence fashion today. She is the author of “Film Noir Style: The Killer 1940s,” and has been featured on TCM and numerous other magazines and entertainment outlets.

To learn more visit her website at www.glamamor.com