For today’s guest post, Rick Armstrong presents what he feels are Jack Lemmon‘s best performances. Will you agree with his choices, or do you feel that your favorite was left off this list? Either way, let us know what you…
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Create-A-Caption: The Night of the Hunter
For this week’s Create-A-Caption, we are setting the wayback machine to 1955 to look at the suspense classic The Night of the Hunter. Charles Laughton’s only directorial effort, this harrowing film concerns two children on the run from their psychotic…
Read more →John Hurt: 1940-2017: A Life in Entertainment
On January 25th, two-time Academy Award and British acting legend nominee John Hurt died at the age of 77. In a career that spanned six decades, Hurt rose to acclaim on stage and screen for his portrayals of decent men…
Read more →Open Thread: Share Your Favorite Mary Tyler Moore Memories
The biggest news coming out of the entertainment world this week was the passing of Mary Tyler Moore at the age of 80. The actress/comedienne/activist was a true original whose impact upon pop culture is immeasurable. Each week, we wrap…
Read more →R.I.P. “Mannix” Star Mike Connors 1925-2017
Another Hollywood great has left us. Mike Connors has died at the age of 91 of leukemia. Best known for his role on the 1967-75 CBS detective series Mannix, Connors had a career in show business that spanned over six…
Read more →A Look Back At Mary Tyler Moore and Dick Van Dyke’s Unmistakable Chemistry
It’s strange waking up to a world without Mary Tyler Moore. That was my first thought when I sat in front of the computer to begin today’s posts. She has been such an impactful force upon pop culture and the…
Read more →Remembering Mary Tyler Moore
Iconic, groundbreaking actress and comedienne Mary Tyler Moore has died at the age of 80. First rising to fame as Laura Petrie on The Dick Van Dyke Show, she went on to star in movies ranging from Thoroughly Modern Millie…
Read more →Tom Hanks in “Inferno” Leads Off This Week’s DVD/Blu-ray New Releases
The latest chapter in the saga of The Da Vinci Code leads off this week’s new releases. Along with some other lower profile but just as worthwhile offerings. Take a look at this rundown of what’s now available: Inferno In…
Read more →Seven Things To Know About Glenn Ford
In today’s guest post, writer Rick Armstrong presents some information about the legendary life of Glenn Ford. 1. Glenn Ford was born Gwyllyn Samuel Newton Ford in Sainte-Christine-d’Auvergne, Quebec, Canada. He became a naturalized U. S. citizen in 1939. His…
Read more →What’s The Biggest Oscar Snub In History?
Earlier this morning, the nominations for the 89th Academy Awards were announced, with the contemporary musical La La Land tying the all-time record with 11 noms. Arguably the biggest upset in terms of nominations this year came for Amy Adams…
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