Perf Damage Podcast
Adam, the in-house industry expert, will share stories of movie production and development, while Charlotte, a film restoration expert, will share behind the scenes stories about saving older films. Together, the pair form the ultimate film geek duo, ready to unravel lost treasures and untangle subgenres, with their in-depth analyses that shed new light on beloved movies and undiscovered masterpieces.
And that's not all! Our channel welcomes special appearances from friends in the industry, adding fresh voices to the conversation and tackling those burning questions about the art of filmmaking.
If you're as enamored with the magic of movies as we are, hit that subscribe button and join our film-loving community. Let's dive into the thrilling world of cinema together!
The Controversial Aspect Ratio of The Country Girl
Building on our last episode about widescreen formats in the 1950s, we’re taking you inside a virtual restoration room for a hands-on look at how we determined the correct aspect ratio for The Country Girl (1954). You'll see clips of the film in multiple aspect ratios so you can decide for yourself—...
Widescreen Chaos! Unveiling The Truth About Aspect Ratios
Join us for an eye-opening (and hilarious) deep dive into the wild world of Hollywood aspect ratios! We’re thrilled to welcome Bob Furmanek and Jack Theakston from the 3D Film Archive, who share their extensive research and experience restoring classic films and solving aspect ratio mysteries. We di...
We're Safe: A Quick Update from LA
We want to thank everyone who has reached out with kind messages and comments checking in on us during the Los Angeles fires. We’re safe and doing okay, and your support means the world to us. This is a quick video let you know that we’re here, we’re thinking of everyone affected, and we’re so grate...
A Very Cinephile Christmas
In this special edition of Perf Damage, join us as we wrap up the year in true cinephile style! We’re decorating our Christmas tree with our favorite movie-themed ornaments and unveiling some brand-new additions. Plus, we’re diving into our holiday traditions, including our macaron-making adventures...
Perf Damage on KB Loves Movies
In this exclusive interview, Adam and Charlotte talk to KB from KB Loves Movies on his show "The Conversation" about everything from film restoration and aspect ratios to Superman III and Howard the Duck. Check out this sneak peek, and then head over to @KBLovesMovies to see the full interview!
The Lydeckers: Pioneers of Practical Effects
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 ...
Perf Damage Hits 1K! Giveaway Winners in Description!
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White Christmas: The Real Story Behind the New Restoration
Perf Damage returns to White Christmas for a third time, but in this episode, we're diving deep into the dazzling 2024 restoration that breathes new life into this holiday classic. Join us as we unpack the unique challenges of restoring a VistaVision film, from tackling flickering and stabilizing st...
To Catch a Thief: The Real Story Behind the New Restoration
In this episode of Perf Damage, Adam and Charlotte take a deep dive into the 2024 Film Restoration of Alfred Hitchcock's To Catch a Thief, overseen by Charlotte herself! They discuss the painstaking process of sourcing materials for the restoration, the unique challenges presented by the VistaVision...
500 Subscribers: A Toast to You and Exciting Reveals!
In this special episode, we take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible community for helping us reach the milestone of 500 subscribers! We’re also giving you a sneak peek into a few of our upcoming episodes. Make sure to stick around until the end of the episode for a special...