About this episode

The episode explores the significance of Preston Sturges in American cinema with guest Matthew Wilder.

David Mamet called his films "irrefutable proof of the afterlife." I call him the poet laureate of American capitalism. Matthew Wilder joins me to investigate the secret sauce of the comic genius who gave us The Great McGinty, Christmas in July, Sullivan's Travels, The Lady Eve, Miracle of Morgan's Creek, Hail the Conquering Hero, The Palm Beach Story, and Unfaithfully Yours. For the full 2 hour episode on why Preston Sturges matters, subscribe to the show at patreon.com/filthyarmenian Follow on X/insta @filthyarmenian Rate, review, spread the word

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