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Film Masters is a consortium of historians and enthusiasts who seek to celebrate the preservation and restoration of films.
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Don't forget to vote! Two of our commentators, Gary Rhodes and Larry Blamire, have been nominated for Favorite Commentator for their work on our release of Tormented! Learn about how you can support us in the 23rd Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards and submit a ballot: www.filmmasters.com/post/23...

An outlaw is accused of robbery and killing his girlfriend's father. To escape the law, he sets out across the desert leaving his girlfriend, his former partner, and a U.S. Marshal in hot pursuit. Four Rode Out (1969) is now available on Blu-ray and DVD, newly restored in HD!

"A must-have for collectors and fans of B-movie horror, it’s the perfect opportunity to revisit Corman’s origins." - Chad Kennerk, Digital Editor. Read the full review: www.filmreviewdaily.com/news-and-fea... #RogerCorman #FilmMasters #MonsterFromTheOceanFloor #FilmReview @filmmasters.bsky.social

BOTD: Tim McCoy. With his rugged charm and cowboy prowess, he brought the Wild West to life for audiences as a true cowboy icon of the silver screen. McCoy also served in the military and was one of the youngest brigadier generals in the history of the US Army.

What's New in Old Movies? Don Stradley brings you four new releases this April to check out. Read now: www.filmmasters.com/post/what-s-...

Film Monsters awaken the MONSTER FROM THE OCEAN FLOOR (review): cineventures.blogspot.com/2025/04/film... @dvdcompare.net @filmmasters.bsky.social

BOTD: Mary Pickford, the original "America's Sweetheart"! Her pioneering spirit and talent blazed trails in early Hollywood, from acting in silent films to co-founding United Artists. A Canadian pioneers in early Hollywood, her career in Hollywood spanned 5 decades.

When Connie finds out her lighthouse keeper love interest is already married, she seeks revenge by marrying his fellow-lighthouse keeper, and all three end up living together in the crowded confines of the lighthouse. This classic melodrama is restored in HD, and now available on Blu-ray!

Celebrating the enduring legacy of Gregory Peck, a Hollywood icon whose performances captivated hearts and minds around the globe. From "To Kill a Mockingbird" to "Roman Holiday," his talent and integrity continue to inspire generations. Rest in peace, Gregory Peck!

BOTD: the incomparable Bette Davis, a Hollywood legend whose talent and tenacity continue to inspire generations. From "All About Eve" to "Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?," she is remembered as one of the greatest actresses in Hollywood history.

The drama LIGHTHOUSE (1947) starring Don Castle and June Lang has been released on Blu-ray (newly restored HD scan) entertainment-factor.blogspot.com/2025/04/ligh... #bluray #classicmovies #classicfilms #doncastle #junelang #lighthouse @filmmasters.bsky.social

BOTD: Marlon Brando, an American actor and activist received numerous awards throughout his long career. Younger fans might best remember him for his role in “The Godfather,” for which he won his 2nd Academy Award.

BOTD: Leonidas Frank "Lon" Chaney, a famous actor known for his roles in silent horror films, particularly for his incredible makeup and portrayal of characters such as the Phantom in "The Phantom of the Opera" and Quasimodo in "The Hunchback of Notre Dame."

Hedy Lamarr is coming to Film Masters, and Karen Burroughs Hannsberry @thedarkpages.bsky.social is giving you your primer before we release a couple of anticipated blu-rays... read now! www.filmmasters.com/post/hedy-la...

Chad Kennerk sits down with Veteran producer, Samuel M. Sherman for an intimate Q&A. Read here: www.filmmasters.com/post/raiders...

Our "Euro-Kinski" horror duo Creature with the Blue Hand and Web of the Spider has been nominated for Best Blu-ray Collection in the 23rd Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards! Learn about how you can support us and submit a ballot: www.filmmasters.com/post/23...

Celebrating the 70th Film Anniversary of "Blackboard Jungle," by Susan King. Read now: www.filmmasters.com/post/blackbo...

We are honored that our Special Edition of Tormented is in the running for Best Blu-ray of 2024 in the Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards! Learn all about how you can vote on our blog: www.filmmasters.com/post/23...

The Devil's Partner (1961) and Creature from the Haunted Sea (1961) premiere on YouTube today! Enjoy both films beautifully restored in HD, their feature-length commentaries, and much more. Watch now: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbAWPX5mABcovJPp1Z7pg4h1B7TwcM5OT

What's new? This month we take a look back at some of Gene Hackman's best films, now on physical media, to remember this legend's amazing film career. www.filmmasters.com/post/what-s-... #genehackman #physicalmedia

When a wagon full of Kentucky rifles breaks down and is left behind by the wagon train, its drivers have a dire choice to make: trade the rifles to the local Indians for safe passage, or travel with the cargo at risk of attack. Kentucky Rifle (1955) is now available to watch on Hoopla!

Another one of our FilmGroup double-features, The Devil's Partner (1961) and Creature from the Haunted Sea (1961), will be coming to YouTube this Friday! Stay tuned for the premiere of both films in beautifully restored HD, commentaries, and more!

We're thrilled to be nominated for a few categories for the Rondo Hatton Classic Awards! Many thanks for all the support that lets us keep doing what we love. www.filmmasters.com/post/23rd-an...

***ANNOUNCEMENT*** Coming soon on Blu-ray and DVD in the US from @filmmasters.bsky.social as part of their Archive Collection: #Algiers (1969)! In this western, a Mexican desperado tries to flee his partner, a determined girl friend, and a US Marshal.

***ANNOUNCEMENT*** Coming this Spring on Blu-ray in the US from @filmmasters.bsky.social as part of their Archive Collection: #Algiers (1938)! Director: John Cromwell Starring: Charles Boyer, Hedy Lamarr, Sigrid Gurie Commentary: Karie Bible and Roy Windham

***ANNOUNCEMENT*** Coming soon on Special Edition Blu-ray in the US from @filmmasters.bsky.social: #InvasionUSA (1952)! SEE NEW YORK TOPPLE! SEE SAN FRANCISCO IN FLAMES! SEE BOULDER DAM DESTROYED! A group of American witness the deadly invasion of the United States by the Soviet Union.

From comedies and westerns to noirs and melodrama, the captivatingly versatile Barbara Stanwyck could do it all! See for yourself as we celebrate her as our Star of the Month beginning tonight at 8pm ET with BABY FACE ('33).

The classic drama THE EMPEROR JONES (1933) has been released on Blu-ray (Limited Edition) entertainment-factor.blogspot.com/2025/03/the-... #bluray #emperorjones #limitededition #classicmovies #classicfilms @filmmasters.bsky.social

"Forget F.D.R’s warm Fireside Chats; it was little Shirley Temple who helped people escape the Depression of the 1930s. With her curly hair, dimples and a can-do personality, the child star sang and danced her way into audiences’ hearts." - Susan King's latest www.filmmasters.com/post/shirley...

And you did an amazing job!!

@thedarkpages.bsky.social continues our series of "Noir or Not" with The Judge, from 1949. Read now: www.filmmasters.com/post/noir-or...

The wait is over! Hollywood Intruders: The Filmgroup Story Part 2 is now on YouTube! This second installment explores Roger Corman's filmmaking in Puerto Rico. Watch now: youtu.be/UuL1W7qLHI4

As Hollywood's glitziest night looms, Susan King takes a look back to the 17th Academy Awards (1945). Read now: www.filmmasters.com/post/the-17t...

Here's a little sneak peek of "The Emperor Jones (1933)"'s full length commentary with Karen Burroughs Hannsberry! Hannsberry provides a comprehensive commentary, diving into actor's careers outside of this film, such as the legendary soprano, Ruby Elzy. youtu.be/NyhiNkPNTmM

Just one week left to pre-order this LIMITED EDITION Blu-ray release of The Emperor Jones (1933)! Paul Robeson stars in the same role he played on the Broadway stage — Brutus Jones, a man that escapes from jail and bluffs his way to becoming an emperor. Grab yours now! www.filmmasters.com/limited...

Had so much fun doing this podcast with Michael! Give it a listen here: cinepunx.com/shame-list-p...

Thank you!

New episode: Slice of SciFi @filmmasters.bsky.social founder Phil Hopkins talks about finding cult classic #scifi and #horror films and working to restore a film for blu-ray release. MONSTER FROM THE OCEAN FLOOR (Roger Corman, 1954) is their newest release www.sliceofscifi.com/2025/02/15/s...

Our full-length commentary of The Little Shop of Horrors is now available on YouTube! Enjoy the little movie that started it all with new insights from Justin Humphreys and Jonathan Haze, the film's star! youtu.be/ebXhjfxD0r4

celebrate valentine’s day with a cyclops movie marathon assembled by yours truly!

For @filmmasters.bsky.social, I’ve assembled my selection for an eight-hour cyclops movie marathon. Everything from Bert I. Gordon to Rod Serling. www.filmmasters.com/post/eight-h...

Thank you!

Happy Valentine's Day to all you classic film fans! youtu.be/Kgc_TsY8ahk