Category Archives: Theater Ballroom
The Phynx (1970)
This post is a proud part of the Dorothy Lamour Blogathon (March 11-13) hosted by Font & Frock and Silver Screenings. Be sure to check out all the excellent essays on the films of Dorothy Lamour! Dorothy Lamour has been kidnapped by … Continue reading
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Tagged 70's, Andy Devine, Animated Opening Credits, Busby Berkeley, Colonel Sanders, Comedy, Dick Clark, Dorothy Lamour, Edgar Bergen, Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, Joan Blondell, Johnny Weissmuller, Lone Ranger, Maureen O'Sullivan, Rich Little, Rock Musical, Spy
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Can Heironymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness? (1969)
Anthony Newley (1931-1999) was a British singer, songwriter, and actor best known for writing songs like “Feeling Good,” “Goldfinger,” and the score to Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971). With his crooning voice and mammoth twitching eyebrows, he became a popular performer … Continue reading
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Tagged 60's, Anthony Newley, Autobiographical, Comedy, Connie Kreski, Fantasy, Joan Collins, Lolita, LSD, Milton Berle, Musical, Psychedelic, Satanism, sexploitation, slapstick, Surreal, The Devil
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The Return of Captain Invincible (1983)
The Return of Captain Invincible (1983) looks fantastic in the blueprints. After celebrity success in the 40’s, a superhero, Captain Invincible, is brought before McCarthy’s Senate Subcommittee and accused of being a Commie; disillusioned with his country, he goes into exile … Continue reading
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Tagged 80's, Alan Arkin, Christopher Lee, Comedy, Fantasy, Musical, Rock Musical, Superhero
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