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When the children of a king decide to take refuge in some hollowed-out trees, will a witch be able to deceive a prince?

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During this episode we talk to Filmmaker Richard C. Sarafian (1930-2013.)  Mr. Sarafian’s directing credits included Vanishing Point, a classic episode of The Twilight ZoneLiving Doll,” and Man in the Wilderness.

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Trolls and true love take center stage in this Norwegian story.

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in a classic tale of a quest, a young man must first steal from the sister of the sun; then, he must win her heart.

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During this episode we talk to Filmmaker Jonathan Kaplan, whose directing credits include Truck Turner, Over the Edge, The Accused, and Love Field.

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A strange-looking young man living in a forest rescues two kings. Will they prove honorable?

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During this episode we talk with Writer and Director David Twohy. Mr. Twohy is perhaps best known for the 1993 film The Fugitive. Twohy’s directing credits include Pitch Black, The Perfect Getaway, and The Arrival.

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During this episode we talk to Screenwriter Charlie Haas, whose films include Tex, Gremlins 2, Matinee and Over the Edge.

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An abused stepdaughter finds riches and happiness when she is pushed into a well. What awaits her spoiled stepsister on the same journey?