The Dream Factory
The Dream Factory is a podcast about the sometimes magical, sometimes terrifying world of MGM studios during Hollywood's golden age. Join host Derek Lajeunesse and fellow movie fans as they reawaken the ghosts of MGM, deep diving into people and the films that defined an era of moviemaking.
The Dream Factory
Summer Stock - Opening Thoughts and Credits (Part 1)
Howdy neighbour! The Dream Factory now steps into exploring a new Judy Garland film: the 1950 musical Summer Stock! While not revered when first released, the movie has gained a beloved following in recent years, not only because of Judy but also her stupendously talented co-star Gene Kelly.
The wonderful Nate Hallett makes his triumphant return to the pod as my co-host. Nate brings not only his unbridled enthusiasm and stellar research to us but also his expertise as a therapist as we attempt to navigate this difficult moment in Judy’s life.
To open our discussion of this light musical, we discuss our relationship with the film and the delicate state MGM was in when the movie went into production in 1949.
And please check out the fantastic book "C'mon, GetHappy: The Making of Summer Stock" by David Fantle & Tom Johnson. It helped us tremendously in our research for these episodes.
Please note: these episodes on Summer Stock deal with frank discussions on addiction and mental health. If you or someone you know requires resources in these areas please visit CAMH in Canada (1-800-463-2338 or camh.ca) and NIMH (988 or nimh.nih.gov) in the US.
Thanks for listening!
Derek
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