April 13, 1967 –A very silly film, loosely based on the first James Bond novel by Ian Fleming, Casino Royale, opened in London on this date. It was directed by John Huston, Ken Hughes, Robert Parrish, Joe McGrath , and Val Guest. The film starred Peter Sellers, Ursula Andress, David Niven, Woody Allen, Joanna Pettet,Continue reading “Casino Royale (the first one) premiered”
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A weed is but an unloved flower
It’s International Plant Appreciation Day. Cut flowers fade away, while a potted plant, especially a flowering one, brings long-lasting pleasure. But after the clip you may want to see some plants cut down.
Mr. Deeds Goes to Town opened
April 12, 1936 –Another romantic comedy from Frank Capra, Mr. Deeds Goes to Town, starring Gary Cooper and Jean Arthur, went into general release in the US on this date. Jean Arthur was so overcome with stage fright that she often vomited before scenes and would run back to her dressing room after each takeContinue reading “Mr. Deeds Goes to Town opened”
I did see this one
April 12, 1984 –The short-lived MTM Enterprises series, The Duck Factory, starring Jim Carrey, Julie Payne, Nancy Lane, Jay Tarses, Don Messick, Teresa Ganzel, and Jack Gilford, premiered on NBC TV, on this date. The series only lasted 13 episodes. Jim Carrey did his first appearance on David Letterman’s Late Night right after the showContinue reading “I did see this one”
Chag Pesach Sameach
Passover starts tonight – please bone up on those four questions. Remember you will not be graded on a curve! While it’s not as bad as not finding the missing easter egg, by all means, please find the Afikoman, (no one wants to accidentally eat a piece of exceptionally stale cracker.)
Doo, do-doo, do-doo, do-do-doo
Happy Walk On The Wild Side Day. Created by Thomas and Ruth Roy on their website Wellcat.com. It was created to recognize that “what others would think” is the dumbest reason not to do something, and rather denotes a lack of courage. This song provided Lou Reed his biggest hit, and it was his onlyContinue reading “Doo, do-doo, do-doo, do-do-doo”
Elton and Bernie really like this date
April 12, 1974 –Elton John song Bennie and the Jets (Penny on the desk) hit No. #1 in the US on this date. Elton wrote the music to this song as an homage to glam rock. This style was defined by outrageous costumes. It was popular in the early ‘70s, especially in the UK. ArtistsContinue reading “Elton and Bernie really like this date”
Calling out in transit
April 11, 1983 –R.E.M. release their debut album, Murmur, on this date. Radio Free Europe was R.E.M.’s first single, released in 1981 before they signed to a major label. A better-produced version was included on Murmur, the band’s first full-length album, in 1983.
An elephant’s faithful one-hundred percent.
April 11, 1942 – Bob Clampett was the first to tackle an adaption of a Dr. Seuss book when Merrie Melodies released Horton Hatches the Egg, on this date. Peter Lorre was a favorite characterization for the famed Warner Bros. cartoonists, as he tangled several times with Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck.
… you become a professor of pain.
April 11, 1955 – The Paddy Chayefsky drama, Marty, premiered in New York City on this date. It stars Ernest Borgnine (the man who taught Ethel Merman the lessons of love) and Betsy Blair. The film was directed by Delbert Mann. Film historians have credited this film for demonstrating the viability of low budget filmsContinue reading “… you become a professor of pain.”
