This week on Every Rom Com we have fun joining Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck on their “Roman Holiday.” But we also take this romantic comedy classic very seriously, discussing screenwriter Dalton Trumbo’s time on the Hollywood blacklist, the effects of World War II on Hepburn, and whether or not we ought to feel sorry for royalty in movies. Whether you’re here for the joys of gelato and dancing on barges, a guide to the movie’s stunning locations, or a deep dive into Hollywood history, there’s something for everyone on this week’s show!
0:00-4:10 - Intro, What would you do on your ideal vacation day?
4:10-12:02 - Basic Facts, General Opinion
12:02-33:12 - Cast & Crew In-Depth: William Wyler, Henri Alekan, Franz Planer, Dalton Trumbo, Ian Mclellan Hunter, John Dighton, Audrey Hepburn, Gregory Peck, Eddie Albert
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/film/trumbo/roman-holiday-writer-dalton-trumbo-credit-restored/
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dalton_Trumbo
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Hollywood-Ten
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.hollywoodreporter.com/amp/lists/hollywood-ten-men-who-refused-83976
https://www.brandeis.edu/now/2018/june/blacklist-qa-tom-doherty.html
33:12-38:41 - Influential Film, Audrey as Fashion Icon, Vespas, Hollywood on the Tiber
38:41-43:24 - Why are so many romantic films set in Italy?, Rome Overview
43:24-58:53 - Rome Filming Locations + Plot Synopsis, Spoiler-Free Zone
58:53 - SPOILERS BEGIN
58:53-1:03:53 - Rome Filming Locations + Plot Synopsis Spoilers Allowed
https://flourishmentary.com/roman-holiday-filming-locations/
https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/the-mouth-of-truth-rome-italy
1:03:53-1:06:35 - Sophia’s Travel Recommendations
https://www.thegeographicalcure.com/amp/ultimate-guide-to-the-best-museums-in-rome-italy
1:06:35-1:15:33 - Roman Holiday as a Coming of Age Story, Opinion of the Ending
1:15:33-1:27:00 - Movies about Royalty, What is the appeal of movies about royalty?
1:27:00-1:28:57 The Restoration of Roman Holiday (with thanks to Karin Carlson-Snider!)
1:28:57-1:35:57 Double Feature Recommendations
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