Cancer Season with George Cukor: ‘The Philadelphia Story,’ ‘Gaslight,’ and ‘Born Yesterday’

There’s no denying George Cukor loved his leading ladies and was determined to let them shine. The proof? All three women were nominated- two won!- for the films Nick and Sophia talk about on this director retrospective episode. The Philadelphia Story touts a statuesque Katharine Hepburn vying for the hearts of multiple men (aspirational hot girl summer energy). Gaslight finds Ingrid Bergman terrorized by her husband’s insidious behavior, explaining the origin of the word “gaslighting” (29:52). Finally, Judy Holliday reprises her unforgettable role as D.C.’s diligent darling in the play-turned-film Born Yesterday (44:00). Listen as they talk about the history behind these films, their favorite scenes and quotes, and which of these films has the biggest Oscar snubs! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich