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M*A*S*H (1972)
Some notable trivia on M*A*S*H*!
<B>OOPS:</B> In the first episode that Alan Arbus appeared in, during the 1972 episodes, when Klinger was first analyzed, Radar tells Henry Blake that a psychiatrist named "Major Milton Freeman" was coming to evaluate Klinger. After this, within the same episode, Milton quickly changed and became "Major Sidney Freedman".
<B>OOPS:</B> Ever notice the helicopter model that is hanging overhead in Lt. Colonel Blake's office? The Korean war took place between the North Korean invasion on June 25, 1950, and the signing of the armistice on July 27, 1953. However, the model helicopter hanging overhead in Lt. Colonel Blake's office is a UH1D or UH1N Utility gunship helicopter which wasn't invented nor in use by the military until 1961, approximately eight years later.
<B>COINCIDENCE?:</B> Lt. Colonel Henry Blake's Wife's name often changed. Sometimes he called her Roberta, sometimes Mildred. Colonel Potter's Wife's name was also Mildred.
<B>Actor Gary Burgoff:</B> (Cpl. Walter "Radar" O'Rielly)has a congenital defect on his left hand which has most of his left hand fingers measurably shorter than normal. He hid this fact by always placing his hand behind or under or inside a prop. However, now and again, if you look closely, you can see the deformity.
The Babe (1992)
The Babe: A true American hero, well portrayed.
John Goodman well portrays the man, the legend, and the odyssey, of George Herman "Babe" Ruth. The story remains fairly true and accurate to the life of Babe Ruth. Ruth's carousing and womanizing is legendary and true. His antics on the field and off is a mixture of truth, legend, and mythology, all combined to make this story as accurate and entertaining a portrayal as Hollywood has as of yet made. One must remember that this is a film which is meant to entertain and not a documentary meant to educate. Yet, Goodman gives a performance with as realistic a portrayal as there can be. Goodman also shows a great range in portraying Ruth as a somewhat ashamed, somewhat bashful, at times egotistical, and slightly violent man who was generous to a fault, highly charming at times, and altogether stunning as a baseball player. Goodman has jested, most recently on the Actors Studio, as having had "to lose weight to play Babe Ruth". The make up used gives Goodman a somewhat striking appearance, that ages and ranges with weight. This is a great movie to watch if you like baseball, a great movie for Goodman fans, a great movie to watch if you like Babe Ruth, and an all around great movie to watch just for its entertainment value. Goodman's performance may be one of his best yet. Much better by far than William Bendix's performance in the "Babe Ruth Story", and a much more convincing story than "Babe Ruth", in which Stephen Lang gave a wonderful performance.
M*A*S*H (1972)
Some notable trivia on M*A*S*H*!
<B>OOPS:</B> In the first episode that Alan Arbus appeared in, during the 1972 episodes, when Klinger was first analyzed, Radar tells Henry Blake that a psychiatrist named "Major Milton Freeman" was coming to evaluate Klinger. After this, within the same episode, Milton quickly changed and became "Major Sidney Freedman".
<B>OOPS:</B> Ever notice the helicopter model that is hanging overhead in Lt. Colonel Blake's office? The Korean war took place between the North Korean invasion on June 25, 1950, and the signing of the armistice on July 27, 1953. However, the model helicopter hanging overhead in Lt. Colonel Blake's office is a UH1D or UH1N Utility gunship helicopter which wasn't invented nor in use by the military until 1961, approximately eight years later.
<B>COINCIDENCE?:</B> Lt. Colonel Henry Blake's Wife's name often changed. Sometimes he called her Roberta, sometimes Mildred. Colonel Potter's Wife's name was also Mildred.
<B>Actor Gary Burgoff:</B> (Cpl. Walter "Radar" O'Rielly)has a congenital defect on his left hand which has most of his left hand fingers measurably shorter than normal. He hid this fact by always placing his hand behind or under or inside a prop. However, now and again, if you look closely, you can see the deformity.
M*A*S*H (1972)
Some notable trivia on M*A*S*H*!
<B>OOPS:</B> In the first episode that Alan Arbus appeared in, during the 1972 episodes, when Klinger was first analyzed, Radar tells Henry Blake that a psychiatrist named "Major Milton Freeman" was coming to evaluate Klinger. After this, within the same episode, Milton quickly changed and became "Major Sidney Freedman".
<B>OOPS:</B> Ever notice the helicopter model that is hanging overhead in Lt. Colonel Blake's office? The Korean war took place between the North Korean invasion on June 25, 1950, and the signing of the armistice on July 27, 1953. However, the model helicopter hanging overhead in Lt. Colonel Blake's office is a UH1D or UH1N Utility gunship helicopter which wasn't invented nor in use by the military until 1961, approximately eight years later.
<B>COINCIDENCE?:</B> Lt. Colonel Henry Blake's Wife's name often changed. Sometimes he called her Roberta, sometimes Mildred. Colonel Potter's Wife's name was also Mildred.
<B>Actor Gary Burgoff:</B> (Cpl. Walter "Radar" O'Rielly)has a congenital defect on his left hand which has most of his left hand fingers measurably shorter than normal. He hid this fact by always placing his hand behind or under or inside a prop. However, now and again, if you look closely, you can see the deformity.
Gone with the Wind (1939)
A true classic of film history.
Gone With The Wind was indeed, and still remains, a cinematic classic. Even to this day the words "frankly my dear, I don't give a damn" are often heard repeated by persons who have never even seen the 1939 original that is based on the best selling novel by Margaret Mitchell.
The film romantically depicts the civil war era struggle between the head-strong Scarlet O'Hara and the grande-debonair stylist, Rhett Butler. The "cat & mouse" sort of romantic pursuit between Scarlet & Rhett is brilliantly played and wonderfully scripted.
1939 was a year of block buster films, such as The Wizard of Oz, and Gone with the wind was the supreme leader of this year. Though some today describe this film as a "chick flick" it should be remembered that it remained a block buster epic saga for more than 25 years, and commanded packed movie theaters and intense movie-going interest. Detractors today should view it in its proper historical context when referring to it as a classic.
The film has scenes of life before and during the civil war. Strong African American actors such as Hattie McDaniel and Butterfly McQueen give strong & unforgettable performances that earned them both a place in Hollywood as well as a place in African-American history.
Aside from the film itself the history of the making of this grand epic is just as entertaining and thrilling as the film itself. Gone with the wind is also a strong statement of the morality and race bias that was present in Hollywood in the pre-WWII era, and will serve as a perfect study for any student of american cinematic history, African-American history, or the post civil was romanticism that has lasted for nearly 140 years.
State of the Union (1948)
The film credits misspelled Hepburn's name.
Its a wonderful old film that is definitely worth a look. Unfortunately, and I find this to be ironic, considering how tempermental Kate Hepburn was about the spelling of her first name, the opening film credit has her listed as Katherine Hepburn when she always spelled her name Katharine.
My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys (1991)
A story about a father & a son.
HD has led a life of rodeo-ing and honky tonkin. An injury while bull riding forces him to return home to recupperate. When he gets there he finds that his sister and her idiot husband have put HD's dad into a nursing home and are trying to take the farm. HD's old girlfriend from childhood also comes back into his life and soon HD has to return to bull riding to win the $100,000.00 prize, fend off his sister, keep his dad from the old folks home, and win the love of his life.
This has become one of my most favorite films. I love Scott Glenn and Ben Johnson and this story always brings a tear to my eyes. A must see. Its a bit corny and low budget but damn worth your time.
Ocean's Eleven (2001)
The film that beats the original yet stays true to the theme.
Ocean's 11 is a film that truley beats the Original with Frank Sinatra, Dean martin and Sammy Davis Jr. Although Soderberg out does himself with this film, and totally changes almost everything about the story (from the Original) he does stay true to the original theme and overall feeling of the picture. Its a fantastic film with a great plot. The action is wonderful, the comic timing is impeccable, and the acting and scenery is absolutely superb! I highly recommend seeing this film. It is a great way to spend an evening.
Ocean's Eleven (1960)
The original Ocean's 11!
Without a doubt, the best film for any ratpack fan! The best of the Vegas jet seters of the 1960's pull off the heist of the century by ripping off the biggest of all rip off artists; Las Vegas. It may pale in comparison to the new Soderberg Ocean's 11 film with George Clooney, but it is the original! If you like this film look into the history of the Rat Pack as they made the film. There are some great stories that only guys like Frank, Dean, Sammy, and Peter could pull off.
A Walk to Remember (2002)
Two souls sharing one body.
What a fabulous film! Screenwriter Karen Janszen does it again. This film affected me emotionally, spiritually, and intellectually. But mostly, it affected me romantically. I have never cried more from a film since Terms Of Endearment back in the early eighties.
This is an especially moving story for anyone who believes in growing up, learning about life, and falling in love.
Actor Shane West gives a wonderful performance that is not only believable but worthy of an award.
Actress Mandy Moore is moving, thrilling, and wonderful. She is, without a doubt, the star of the film, the story, and is the heart of the emotions you will feel.
Actor Peter Coyote is fantastic. He gives a great performance and is, as always, an asset to the film and one of the best Actors in the business.
Actress Darryl Hannah gives a forgettable performance and is just not very good. However, luckily, her part is rather small and she doesnt affect the film.
This film is perfect for an evening on the couch. But, I warn you. Bring your favorite blanket, get comfy, and keep the tissues handy.
Karen Janszen should be nominated for an academy award for this screenplay and this film should definitely be considered for a Best Movie award. It is a must see! Must own! Film.
Babes in the Goods (1934)
Two pioneer women in comedy.
Thelma Todd and Patsy Kelly were the Abbott & Costello or Laurel and Hardy of the femme comedy world. These two women are absolutely hilarious! Their comedy still plays very well today.
In this comedy short Thelma and Patsy takes jobs in a department store where they demonstrate appliances in a make shift mock kitchen setup. They also demonstrate the beds as they have nowhere else to sleep, so they sleep in the store window.
If you like the three stooges shorts, or little rascals shorts, or Abbott & Costello or Laurel & hardy then you will love Thelma and Patsy in this wonderfully hilarious short.
Door to Door (2002)
Door to Door will leave you hoping for a salesman to knock on your door.
William H. Macy strikes gold in this wonderfully done film. Not only was Macy the star of the story he was also the co-writer and Producer.
This is the story of Bill Porter, a door to door salesman for the Watkins company, who has cerebral palsy. The story takes us from the early 1950's up to the late 1990's and shows us the life of this salesman and all the people who he has met and affected, for over forty years.
Bill is a loveable, funny, caring, and sympathetic character who the viewer cannot help but fall in love with.
The story is well worth seeing and will leave you in tears at times, and laughing right up until the end. I highly recommend this wonderful film.
Viewers hint: Keep your eyes on the tree!
Monk: Mr. Monk and the Candidate (2002)
Monk is the Columbo of the new millenium!
Antonio Scarpachi is dead! Adrian Monk Lives! Long Live Tony Shaloub.
Adrian Monk is a former Police Officer with Obsessive compulsive disorder and a fear of filth. He hates germs, has a plethora of other phobias, and wants to be reinstated to the Police Department.
Monk has a photographic memory and an ability to notice everything. He solves crimes by noticing the things most people over look.
In the premier I was totally impressed at how they use his obsessive compulsive disorder and his fear of germs to put him in predicaments that challenge his character. I love the way he struggles to overcome his phobias in order to get the bad guy. The show has comic relief that is classic Tony Shaloub schtick!
With his cohort Sharona, he solves crimes, impresses the police and confronts the many fears he has.
This is the Columbo of the new millenium! Not to be missed. I predict a long run for this program. I am not a USA Network watcher in general but I will be watching "Monk"!
I am also a USM grad in Maine and I am proud to call Shaloub a fellow graduate. Well done!
The Hunter (1980)
Want to be a screenwriter? See The Hunter.
Christopher Keane has written one hell of a Novel and a screenplay. Want proof of this? Steve McQueen not only made the movie he demanded that he make THIS movie.
Ralph "Poppa" Thorsen is a professional bounty hunter with bad driving skills, a house full of cons, cops, and hanger-ons. He has a passion for the past, a love for his mate, and a sincerity that is classic.
There are fantastic moments of comic relief, great drama, and perfect chracter development. McQueen is totally loveable in this film.
If you have ever wanted to learn how to write a screenplay you should see this film and read Chris Keane's book "How to write a selling screenplay". You will know all you need to know after that.