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Hans is befriended by a man with vast storerooms of gold and silver; will Hans squander gifts from his friend, or be sensible?

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When a man receives special gifts to help his family, but doesn’t follow the rules, something unusual happens.

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During this episode we talk to Writer and Director Philip Kaufman.  Mr. Kaufman has directed such movies as The Unbearable Lightness of Being, The Right Stuff, The Wanderers, and The Great Northfield Minnesota Raid.  

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An old woman curses a young prince, setting off a chain of events. Will the price be able to win the heart of the Silent Princess?

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Legends of Film is proud to present a rare interview with Producer, Writer, and Director Walter Hill.  Mr. Hill directed such movies as The Warriors, The Driver, 48 Hrs., and Hard Times with Charles Bronson.

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A young man’s father is more than a little disappointed in his son’s education; can the lad make something of himself in spite of this?

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During this episode we talk to Producer and Agent George Litto. Mr. Litto produced Over the Edge, Dressed to Kill, Blow-Out, and Obsession.

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During this episode we talk to Filmmaker Stuart Gordon. Mr. Gordon directed Re- Animator, From Beyond, Dagon, and Space Truckers. Gordon speaks candidly about working on a film set (he has seen it all!).

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During this episode we talk to Academy Award nominated Cinematographer Owen Roizman. Mr. Roizman has photographed such films as The Exorcist, Network, The Stepford Wives, and The French Connection.