Perf Damage

Adam & Charlotte

Adam and Charlotte dive into the exciting world of film, examining it from their unique perspectives of film restoration and development. This self-proclaimed film geek husband and wife team tackle lost treasures, explore subgenres, directors and actors and discuss the art of the perfect double feature. They may even have some friends drop by to help them tackle the important questions.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Perf Damage episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Perf Damage for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Perf Damage episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

The Lydeckers: Pioneers of Practical Effects

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11/30/24 • 46 min

In this episode, we’re diving into the world of Republic Pictures and the two brothers who turned a B-studio into an A-list innovator: Howard and Theodore Lydecker. Known as the masters of miniature effects, the Lydecker brothers created jaw-dropping special effects that set Republic Pictures apart in the 1930s through the 1950s. Their groundbreaking work inspired generations of filmmakers, including Steven Spielberg and George Lucas.
Join us as we tell the story of these unsung heroes of Hollywood, explore their creative process, and showcase some of Republic’s best miniature work—from rocket-fueled serials to daring action sequences. Discover how the Lydecker brothers brought big ideas to life on small scales and cemented their legacy in film history.

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07/29/22 • 2 min

Join Adam and Charlotte, a husband and wife team that work in the film industry, on their weekly journey into all things cinema. They will share stories about development, production, preservation and restoration. They will review and recommend films, explore genres and film history and attempt to craft the perfect double feature.

William Castle Part 2: The Later Years (1959-1977) | Episode 13

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11/08/22 • 77 min

Charlotte and Adam dive deep into the gimmick years of William Castle. They explore his biggest triumph, and most people have no clue that he was even involved. They even take a quick peek at his final film as director, the uniquely bizarre Shanks. Adam even has a few fun stories about his final film as producer, Bug.

Season 2 Premiere: Letterboxd Redux | Episode 18

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02/07/23 • 53 min

Adam and Charlotte are back! This week there are no tears... but there absolutely might be some singing. They drill down into last year's Letterboxd stats and discuss some of their favorite discoveries of 2022.

Music Documentaries | Episode 23

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03/21/23 • 74 min

Adam and Charlotte welcome Jeff McCarty back to discuss a topic near to all of their hearts, music documentaries. They ponder the relevance of outsider art in Daniel Johnston, keeping artistic integrity with Sugar Man and the open discourse on Alzheimer’s in Glen Campbell: I’ll Be Me. Jeff laments his never realized music doc and regales us with run-ins that he had with the band Brian Jonestown Massacre.

Sundance Film Festival 2023 Wrap-Up | Perf Mini 2

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01/30/23 • 26 min

To start off Season Two, this week Adam and Charlotte share their top picks from this years online edition of the Sundance Film Festival. They also tease what is coming for the new season.

Five Branded Women and the Hollywood Blacklist Pt. 2 | Episode 30

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05/18/23 • 53 min

Adam and Charlotte wrap up Five Branded Women, discuss the careers of Paul Jarrico and Michael Wilson and offer up a couple of great double feature ideas. They discuss the first film by Hollywood to tackle the blacklist head-on, The Front. They also bring up a modern masterpiece about the subject, Guilty By Suspicion.

William Castle Part 1: The Early Years (1914-1958) | Episode 12

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11/01/22 • 64 min

In this exciting episode of Perf Damage, Adam and Charlotte examine the remarkable life of director William Castle. This episode focuses on his early life and career in the theater and as an executive at Columbia, before he became the independent king of gimmick films.

Werewolves: An Episode With Teeth | Episode 10

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10/12/22 • 52 min

On this week's episode Adam and Charlotte embrace the darkness of Halloween by sharing a few of their favorite Werewolf films. Adam recounts his personal experience on the set of one film, Charlotte brings up a chance encounter with a star at the grocery store, and the pups, Asta and Ripley, get to weigh in on their favorite.

Powell -vs- Powell | Episode 24

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04/04/23 • 56 min

This week Adam and Charlotte go head to head, discussing actors William Powell and Dick Powell. The pair debate which Powell reigns supreme, highlight their careers, love lives, awards and so much more. Which Powell will win in the first ever Perf Damage showdown? Tune in and find out!

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How many episodes does Perf Damage have?

Perf Damage currently has 53 episodes available.

What topics does Perf Damage cover?

The podcast is about Geek, Film History, Film, History, Podcasts, Movie, Cult, Tv & Film, Horror, Review and Film Reviews.

What is the most popular episode on Perf Damage?

The episode title 'The Lydeckers: Pioneers of Practical Effects' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Perf Damage?

The average episode length on Perf Damage is 49 minutes.

How often are episodes of Perf Damage released?

Episodes of Perf Damage are typically released every 7 days, 19 hours.

When was the first episode of Perf Damage?

The first episode of Perf Damage was released on Jul 29, 2022.

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