Film

Front Row Classics sits down with legendary actress Stefanie Powers

Front Row Host Brandon Davis welcome Pro Wrestler Benjamin Trust to pay tribute to Top Gun

Brandon welcomes filmmaker Doug Pray to discuss the docuseries, "The Power of Film".

Fred Koschmann is a director and film editor living in L.A. but originally from Springfield, Ill. He recently completed a documentary titled “The Interaction Cowboy,” which helps viewers to understand the field of ethnomethodology and the work his father, Tim Koschmann, did before retiring. Fred Koschmann spoke to Community Voices about the film, which will be screened on Jan. 10 as part of the Springfield Art Association’s annual Molly Schlich International & Independent Film Series.For more information visit: https://www.springfieldart.org/film-series.html

Jennifer Grant shines spotlight on 'Archie' with Front Row Classics

Front Row Classics welcome Donald Bogle to look at the life and career of Lena Horne

Valerie Dish Udemba discusses coming to Springfield to get her MBA from UIS. She plans to expand to the business side of the film industry. While studying, she is working at NPR Illinois.

Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome authors & film historians, David Fantle and Tom Johnson this week. Our two guests have penned a delightful and well-researched study of an underrated Hollywood musical gem. "C'mon Get Happy: The Making of Summer Stock" is a must-read for any classic film fan. The book chronicles the production history of this joyful film's troubled production history, charismatic stars and classic musical moments. The film marked the last time Judy Garland would set foot in front of the cameras at MGM. It would also display Gene Kelly's talents in fresh and fun ways. Fantle and Johnson have provided us with an invaluable resource that will inspire to re-discover this feel-good musical classic.