Movies That Shook the World

Movies That Shook the World (2005)

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Hollywood releases hundreds of movies each year, and while most are simply entertaining, some actually change the way we think about the world. Through in-depth interviews and revealing clips, Movies That Shook the World explores why certain landmark movies were so explosive when they were released, the new paths they blazed, and why they remain so influential today.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 22:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13Pink Flamingosdéc. 16, 2005
S01E12The Blair Witch Projectdéc. 9, 2005
S01E11Philadelphiadéc. 2, 2005
S01E10American Graffitinov. 25, 2005
S01E09Shaftnov. 18, 2005
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Movies That Shook the World premiere?

Movies That Shook the World premiered on November 6, 2005.

Who hosted Movies That Shook the World?

Movies That Shook the World was hosted by filmmaker Mark Cousins.

How many episodes were in the first season of Movies That Shook the World?

The first season of Movies That Shook the World consisted of six episodes.

What was the format of Movies That Shook the World?

Movies That Shook the World was a documentary series that explored the impact of various films on society and culture.

Which film was the subject of the first episode of Movies That Shook the World?

The first episode of Movies That Shook the World focused on the movie "The Birth of a Nation."

Did Movies That Shook the World cover international films as well?

Yes, Movies That Shook the World covered both American and international films.

Who were some of the guest contributors on Movies That Shook the World?

Movies That Shook the World featured guest contributors such as film critics, historians, and filmmakers.

Did Movies That Shook the World explore controversial films?

Yes, Movies That Shook the World delved into controversial films that had a significant impact on society.

Was there a specific focus on any genre in Movies That Shook the World?

Movies That Shook the World covered a wide range of genres, including drama, comedy, science fiction, and more.

Were there any episodes that focused on silent films?

Yes, Movies That Shook the World had episodes that explored the influence of silent films on the industry.

Did Movies That Shook the World discuss the influence of certain directors?

Yes, Movies That Shook the World examined the impact of renowned directors and their films on the industry and culture.

Did Movies That Shook the World include interviews with filmmakers?

Yes, Movies That Shook the World featured interviews with filmmakers who shared their insights on the films being discussed.

Were there any episodes that focused on foreign-language films?

Yes, Movies That Shook the World dedicated episodes to the influence of foreign-language films on the global cinema landscape.

Did Movies That Shook the World explore the significance of film soundtracks?

Yes, Movies That Shook the World examined the impact of iconic film soundtracks on the overall movie experience.

Did Movies That Shook the World cover recent films or only older ones?

Movies That Shook the World covered films from various eras, including both recent releases and older classics.

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