EPISODE · Jun 19, 2026 · 41 MIN
4.52-Little Caesar with Charlotte Simmons
from The Oscar Project Podcast · host The Oscar Project
Send us Fan MailToday's episode is my conversation about the 1931 film Little Caesar. I'm joined by Charlotte Simmons from The Treatment newsletter and we talk about the array of differences between the novel and the film, the film's place as a foundation for many of the mob movies that have followed, and You can watch Little Caesar online for or purchase a copy for yourself and be sure to check out Charlotte's newsletter.Other films mentioned in this episode include:Wizard of Oz directed by Victor FlemingQuo Vadis directed by Mervyn LeRoyFrankenstein directed by James WhaleStreet of Chance directed by John Cromwell42nd Street directed by Lloyd BaconThe Irishman directed by Martin ScorseseOther referenced topics:Ragtime (novel) by E. L. DoctorowLittle Caesar (novel) by W. R. BurnettLaw & Order (series)Erik Lundegaard writing on eriklundegaard.comNew York Times reviewVariety reviewRichard Brody writing in The New YorkerSupport the show
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Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is my conversation about the 1931 film Little Caesar. I'm joined by Charlotte Simmons from The Treatment newsletter and we talk about the array of differences between the novel and the film, the film's place as a foundation for many of the mob movies that have followed, and You can watch Little Caesar online for or purchase a copy for yourself and be sure to check out Charlotte's newsletter. Other films mentioned in this episode include: Wizard of Oz ...
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