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Gone with the Wind (1939) - Leslie Howard as Ashley Wilkes War and Peace (1956) - Mel Ferrer as Andrei Bolkonsky The Godfather (1972) - Marlon Brando as Don Vito Corleone Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975) - John Cleese as the Black Knight

Tom who? One of those "c"s up there bring to my mind an old telephone dial. And another the image of a floor drain. IMHO, they really didn't need to change anything about the look. And some of the spots touting the "new look" make it seem to me that they're not clear whether they're trying to convince US that the change is good, or THEMSELVES. Sepiatone

I kid GRAYSON because I love GRAYSON... and it's been fun to follow her "hair journey" after the unfortunate "kindergarten scissors" SEVERE CROP she adopted right in the middle of her tenure on the show. I think she realized it was a mistake when some kids mistook her for MICK JAGGER and chased her for four blocks one rainy day when she couldn't catch a cab...it's grown out now to where they can comfortably tuck in a fall, as I presume she did when she assumed the identity of her 1970 PARALLEL TIME COUNTERPART "HOFFMAN" the MRS DANVERSESQUE HOUSEKEEPER

I liked Alexandra Moltke as Victoria Winters.

Hey I love the new look and miss the old one but couldn’t the final “C” in TCM loop look something like,….oh I don’t know…a piece of film or a spool????

I was sent to a military base to do inoculations and follow-up recordkeeping. The building in which movies were normally shown was closed because a series of 'lively' nights resulted in extensive repairs being required. Command was not in the mood to expedite those repairs. A solution was found by placing a projector on its back in the bottom of a maintenance pit in a little-used hanger and showing movies on the ceiling. Very few officers were allowed to know of it because it was illicit use of facilities. The staff with whom I worked considered me a good risk and introduced me to the arrangement. You had to bring your own blanket and pillow because the concrete floor was cold and hard. Space was limited for good viewing because of the compromised angle. It was not shoulder-to-shoulder but shoulder-to-hip to achieve best use of space. It was highly advisable to visit the ladies room prior to the movie beginning because stepping over people was much worse than moving down a crowded row of seats. The close packing discouraged also bringing sardines as snacks. I can not recall a single movie which I watched there but it was all great good fun which I will never forget! The same general arrangement was used also at two other sites which I visited but those were approved uses. Those were fun also but lacked the subtle thrill of shared danger.

I'm curious if anyone else has come across some random or interesting old Hollywood movie or actor related memorabilia that they just had to have. Share yours! I'll go first: 1) Might not necessarily be "old Hollywood" related however it's a great piece of Buster Keaton History. 😁 Original sheet music from 1902 depicting a very young Buster Keaton with his parents, aka The Three Keatons. :

To be fair, whoever did the design was probably just as confused as we are about what kind of image TCM is trying to project. I can just hear the meeting. TCM: "It's all about the "C". Designer: "Okay. What----" TCM: "It's about CURATION, CULTURE, CONTEXT, CONNECTION." Designer: "I thought the C was for CLASSIC." TCM: "Ugh. That sounds SO not cool. We need to shake off that image."

Julie Andrews (in an actual field) in The Sound of Music Next: a movie people would be surprised you liked

Remick, Lee

Speaking of "shared danger," when I was in Vietnam the small units would have an outdoor theater with a wall painted white or maybe an actual screen attached to it. Movies were distributed to units and shown at night. Talk about a target. However I never heard of any being attacked, but would not surprise me some were. During the Gulf War (Desert Storm), we had a large tent for meals and at night we would watch video tapes of movies on a CRT TV. Progress.

Airport 1970 The Towering Inferno 1974 Earthquake 1974 Coming Home 1978 We Were Soldiers 2002

Funny thing... I saw Xanadu when it was in the theaters back in the summer of 1980. I was visiting a close friend in North Carolina and one day we decided to go for pizza in a neighboring town and then we had the choice of seeing Caddyshack or Xanadu. I wanted to see Caddyshack, but my friend who was somewhat religious did not want to go see an "R" rated picture. So we went to see Xanadu. Have to say I was entertained, especially that final big dance number with Olivia Newton-John wearing the tall cowgirl boots... So was my friend. She went out the next day looking for a pair like what Olivia wore, but alas she could not find that style...

ST MARTIN'S LANE 1938 UK Directed by Tim Whelan starring Charles Laughton Vivien Leigh Rex Harrison aka Sidewalks of London picked up for release in 1940 by Paramount for a few years (probably to cash in on Vivien Leigh) Laughton co-produced and co wroteb the screenplay-uncredited though. 85 minutes Very good film about a comedian discovering a young talent. Leigh one year before GWTW is beautiful with hardly any make up ,and in black & white,There is a scene in the movie very similar of her stretching in bed in GWTW.Harrison is 3rd billed and does not do much,the 2 leads are terrific. 7.75/10

GIFT of GAB 1934 UNIVERSAL directed by Karl Freund 71 minutes with many stars leading stars are Edmund Lowe and Gloria Stuart with support by Binnie Barnes Paul Lukas Chester Morris 'Bela Lugosi Boris Karloff (billed as Karloff as Universal were billing him after Frankenstein) Lugosi and Karloff do not appear together and are in very short scenes . A fast talking con man talks his way to be on a national radio show. A curio 6/10

Hey slayton. This reminds me. Have you ever seen Snoopy Rock here in Sedona?...

He was my pick for Best Supporting Actor in 2002 for My Big Fat Greek Wedding.

Michael Constantine, the Emmy-winning actor from "Room 222" who also played the Windex-loving father from "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," died on Aug. 31. He was 94. The actor’s family announced the news to the local outlet of his Reading, Penn. hometown, the Reading Eagle. In the announcement, the family stated that he died peacefully of natural causes surrounded by close family, including his sisters. He had been battling an undisclosed illness for several years, his brother-in-law, Michael Gordon, disclosed to the outlet. Constantine, whose birth name was Gus Efstration, was born May 22, 1927. He began his career on stage in New York in the 1950s before pivoting over to television, ultimately landing the role that put him on the map as principal Seymour Kaufman at the fictional Los Angeles Walt Whitman High On ABC’s "Room 222." The role earned Constantine an Emmy award for best supporting actor in a comedy in 1970 before the show concluded its five-season run in 1974. The Hollywood Reporter notes that Constantine’s most recent claim to popularity was as Gus Portokalos in "My Big Fat Greek Wedding." Born to Greek immigrants himself, the role of an eccentric Greek family man was not a stretch for the accomplished character actor. The actor said in a 2016 interview that he was worried the script would be inauthentic to the actual Greek-American experience. ‘THE WIRE’ ACTOR MICHAEL K. WILLIAMS FOUND DEAD IN NYC APARTMENT Michael Constantine's family announced that he has died at age 94. (Bobby Bank/WireImage) "I had to audition for the part," he recalled at the time. "Before that, I asked to read the script, because I was very leery. I didn’t know Nia then [she also penned the screenplay], and I was anxious about someone writing some Greek thing. Was it going to be baloney or was it going to be something by somebody who really knows Greeks? So I read the script and I said, ‘Yes, this person obviously knows Greeks.'" He also noted that fans took his character’s trait of thinking the household cleaner Windex could solve any problem. However, he revealed he was "sick of Windex" after fans sent him hundreds of bottles after the film’s premiere in 2002. He was also asked to sign many bottles as well. 'TIGER KING' ZOOKEEPER ERIK COWIE DEAD AT 53 Still, that didn’t stop him from reprising the role in the short-lived 2003 sitcom "My Big Fat Greek Life" or the 2016 film sequel "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2." On Wednesday, actress and co-writer of the franchise, Nia Vardalos, paid tribute to Constantine on Twitter. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "Michael Constantine, the dad to our cast-family, a gift to the written word, and always a friend," she wrote. "Acting with him came with a rush of love and fun. I will treasure this man who brought Gus to life. He gave us so much laughter and deserves a rest now. We love you Michael." CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP THR also notes that, in addition to his two most popular roles, Constantine studied acting with Hoard Da Silva and spent nearly two years in the "Inherit the Wind" company. After a few more roles on stage, he made his big-screen debut alongside Mickey Rooney in "The Last Mile" and went on to appear in, "The Defenders," "Naked City," "Dr. Kildare," "The Untouchables," "The Twilight Zone," "Perry Mason," "Ironside" and "The Flying Nun."

The Night Stalker tv movie 1972 with Darren McGavin and Carol Lynley

The Burning Bed (1984)

Maybe that's the point of all this!

I haven't read all the comments on this thread, so apologies if already said... I don't mind change if it serves a purpose. But the changes to the TCM channel format don't make any sense to me. The previous format provided a cohesive set of of musical "signatures" and visuals that indicated and transitioned to what the viewer was next about to see--whether it be a feature film or one of the various "extras" (profiles, backstories, etc.) TCM has so beautifully and uniquely created. The new format is barely more than a smattering of random sounds and flashing colors. Branding is important and TCM has trashed its brand, IMHO. It is now no more esthetically or uniquely recognizable than any of the other hundreds of channels available on cable. I just don't think the channel thought this through. And if they think these changes will bring in more viewers, it won't.

The Girl Who Knew Too Much (1969)

The Day the Earth Stood Still Klaatu wounded, Gort to the rescue Forrest Gump Calling Dr, Kildare --Lana Turner gets help for her punk brother

Duel tv movie 1971 with Dennis Weaver directed by Steven Spielberg

Wait Until Dark (1967)

My word, sometimes it's simply heartbreaking to be human.

My, what a lovely couple. I am so very sad and sorry that you lost her. But I am happy for you for the time you had with her. God bless you both. Brian

TCM is trying to fool millennials and zoomers into watching their channel without knowing it is a classic film channel. Or maybe they are trying to fool us boomers into believing we ARE watching a classic film channel while they change it bit by bit. Probably some of both.

Bosley, Tom

You have a far different idea of handsome from me. Mind you, I wasn't looking for that when I had Casey. She was an even tempered, laid back dog but if she ever shook her head, look out! There would be drool scattered on the walls and a cloud of hair slowly descended to the furniture and floor. Probably not unlike Jason Robards Jr. after a night on the town.

Brian's Song 1971 with James Caan , Billy Dee Williams, Jack Warden, Shelley Fabares and Judy Pace

Sam Neill. He's had a great career and is a very good actor, but I can't say I've seen him in anything memorable in 10-15 years. Next: Betty Boop-ish

Sorry, Sepiatone; I keep wondering that myself. When the new logo started poking up on my tv screen, I stared at it and asked my wife, "What does that middle letter look like to you?" "An O," she said. Well, that's what it looked like to me, too -- a carelessly incomplete 'O.' So I figure if the channel wants to rebrand itself in this odd way, I'll oblige them. Or, maybe the Outer Limits have finally taken control of my TV set, and they're gaslighting me as only they know how.

Angeli, Pier

two thousand one hundred ninetieth category Someone’s been wounded BATTLEGROUND (1949) BATTLE CIRCUS (1953) M*A*S*H (1970)

i seriously doubt GRAYSON asked. i kind of get the sense she maybe did it herself while having a psychotic break, but i don't wanna get too up in whatever she had going on at home.

I had a similar experience to MarkFP (Ben-Hur) seeing The Robe with my dad and brothers. It was the first CinemaScope film and I remember the awesomeness of the stereo and the curtain opening wider and wider and wider. I still miss curtains; it was part of the experience, seeing the studio logo on the curtain itself, then watching it open as the credits started. My favorite moviegoing experiences were back in the 1970's at a revival house in a summer resort town which scheduled late showings so local workers could see a movie after work (after stopping off at the neighboring bar for a quickie or two, or a toke or two if you were so inclined). I was working as a dishwasher at the time and still in my whites, so I was always worried I'd stink up the place, but everyone was so loose nobody cared. They were ready for a time and the movies were usually picked to produce the most howls of laughter. The only time I've literally wanted to put my hands over my ears at a movie was during the big phallic banana number in The Gang's All Here with the ladies toting around all the giant bananas in elaborate formations. The decibel level was off the charts with all the laughing and cheering and it felt like the whole building was going to levitate. John Waters summered locally, so we always got an early look at his latest too, sometimes with members of the cast present. I remember Divine having to keep a low profile at the back of the theater because there was still a local ordinance about how many items of female clothing could be worn, which is ironic because today it's one of the drag capitals of the world. I know midnight shows became a big urban phenomenon and I'm sure they were unforgettable, but that dingy little revival house provided me with all the memories I need.

23 Paces to Baker Street 1956

The Yellow Balloon 1952 UK release directed by J Lee Thompson Kenneth More William Sylvester Andrew Ray Bernard Lee. Good drama, suspensful-thriller.A kid feels he could be found responsible for the death of his friend.He is the victim of a blackmailer.Kenneth More has a more low-key role as the father but More is always good. 80 minutes 7/10

I was a kid when a TV show called Room 222 was new in 1969... and I have never forgotten the scary looking, patient, steadfast, kindly and reliable principal... MICHAEL CONSTANTINE !

Jubilee Trail

I borrowed the DVD from my local public library. Made a copy of it too - added that to my collection.

Only Lovers Left Alive (2013) A reclusive underground musician is feeling the weight of his years. His wife comes to comfort him. This is a perfectly lovely movie with neither action nor plot. The cinematography is ethereal. It is gentle humor and quiet wisdom. A reviewer on: IMDb.com said it is: "of mood and metaphor" and I can think of no higher compliment. It is imagery, atmosphere and comfortable romance. It evokes empathy for the characters. It is entering a world which has a love/hate relationship with our own. Some viewers may have heard of some of the members of the cast: Tilda Swinton, Mia Wasikowska, John Hurt, Tom Hiddleston and Anton Yelchin. 8.6/10 I am sorry to say that I can find it only on subscription streaming services at this time. "Currently you are able to watch "Only Lovers Left Alive" streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Sundance Now, DIRECTV, Spectrum On Demand, AMC Plus." I suggest that any who wish to experience the simple innocence of this wonderful movie search for the title on whichever subscription streaming service they have and do not read any blurb/synopsis before beginning the movie. In like manner I respectfully request that no one here give any spoiler concerning any characters' background or nature.

And I've just noticed that MY cable guide is showing Groundhog Day for the next three days on every channel! (...sure is a good thing I like Bill Murray, huh)

Since Vincent Canby's worst films of 1969 got a strong reaction yesterday, I am providing the only other worst list he was able to do: The Worst films of 1970, posted here :

I used to go to the revival houses in NYC to see studio era and foreign flicks. The vibe was rather informal and the theaters a bit on the grungy side, though nothing too bad. MOMA was more serious, cineaste territory, but still enjoyable.

So, this means that you don't consider Grayson Hall to have been a romantic lead?

Then there is this Japanese movie poster for the original Star Wars film from 1977. I don't think I remember the part where 3-CPO is a master of martial arts.

Without Reservations (1946) John Wayne in a rom-com, he is a Marine who falls in love with an author (Claudette Colbert). It takes place in Hollywood and has some cameos by Cary Grant and Jack Benny.