ABOUT THE EPISODE:

There are movies that are bad because they're offensive, movies that are bad because they're poorly acted, and movies that are bad because they're generally unimportant nonsense stories that don't need to be told. And then there's the rare film that hits all three. This week's selection, Alibi, is all of the above, and David and Suzan are wildly unimpressed, despite the one scene in the movie that really strives for artistry. Better luck next week, kids, cause this one's a real snooze. 

SHOW NOTES

Year Eligible: 1928/1929 (Nominated)

Music: "Shake it and Break It" by Lanin's Southern Serenaders, available at freemusicarchive.org

(Explicit language, as always)

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They like it, they really like it! Finally, David and Suzan watch a movie nominated for Best Picture that they actually enjoy! The Broadway Melody isn't the best movie they've ever seen, or anything, but it's really, genuinely good... aside from the fact that the title song is sung literally five times, and our hosts are not entirely sure that the film makers knew what they were doing. Still, a major milestone in this podcast. 

SHOW NOTES

Year Eligible: 1928/1929 (Nominated)

Music: "While They Were Dancing Around" by Eddie Morton, available at freemusicarchive.org

(Explicit language, as always)

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The moral of this week's show is "Be careful what you wish for." Last week, Suzan was over silent films and excited to finally get to the talkies. In Old Arizona granted her wish, but at what cost? David has some praise for a surprisingly particular extra, as well as some suggestions as to what you should do instead of watch this movie. 

SHOW NOTES

Year Eligible: 1928/1929 (Nominated)

Music: "Swanee Smiles" by Clyde Doerr and His Orchestra, available at freemusicarchive.org

(Explicit language, as always)