Gregory1965

My apologies for the multiples replies. Each time I hit "post message" the page would clock for a while and then crash, so I assumed the post wasn't actually going through.

Well, one thing that's clear from these old schedules is that for those of us who love films from the early '30s, the squeeze is definitely on now. I looked at the February '98 schedule, and in that month alone TCM showed 65 movies made between 1929-1934. In October '07, there will be 22 movies shown from those years. In fact, for the three months from Sept-Nov '07 the total films for the early '30s is 62, still less than that one month in '98. Additionally, the selections today tend to be much more famous and frequently already on DVD than some of the lesser gems shown a decade ago, which could truly ONLY be found on TCM. I'm not usually one to whine and moan about the state of TCM today, it's still great, but it does sadden me to realize that my access to so many of these films that I'd love to see is minimal at best.

Well, one thing that's clear from these old schedules is that for those of us who love films from the early '30s, the squeeze is definitely on now. I looked at the February '98 schedule, and in that month alone TCM showed 65 movies made between 1929-1934. In October '07, there will be 22 movies shown from those years. In fact, for the three months from Sept-Nov '07 the total films for the early '30s is 62, still less than that one month in '98. Additionally, the selections today tend to be much more famous and frequently already on DVD than some of the lesser gems shown a decade ago, which could truly ONLY be found on TCM. I'm not usually one to whine and moan about the state of TCM today, it's still great, but it does sadden me to realize that my access to so many of these films that I'd love to see is minimal at best.

Well, one thing that's clear from these old schedules is that for those of us who love films from the early '30s, the squeeze is definitely on now. I looked at the February '98 schedule, and in that month alone TCM showed 65 movies made between 1929-1934. In October '07, there will be 22 movies shown from those years. In fact, for the three months from Sept-Nov '07 the total films for the early '30s is 62, still less than that one month in '98. Additionally, the selections today tend to be much more famous and frequently already on DVD than some of the lesser gems shown a decade ago, which could truly ONLY be found on TCM. I'm not usually one to whine and moan about the state of TCM today, it's still great, but it does sadden me to realize that my access to so many of these films that I'd love to see is minimal at best.

Well, one thing that's clear from these old schedules is that for those of us who love films from the early '30s, the squeeze is definitely on now. I looked at the February '98 schedule, and in that month alone TCM showed 65 movies made between 1929-1934. In October '07, there will be 22 movies shown from those years. In fact, for the three months from Sept-Nov '07 the total films for the early '30s is 62, still less than that one month in '98. Additionally, the selections today tend to be much more famous and frequently already on DVD than some of the lesser gems shown a decade ago, which could truly ONLY be found on TCM. I'm not usually one to whine and moan about the state of TCM today, it's still great, but it does sadden me to realize that my access to so many of these films that I'd love to see is minimal at best.

Well, one thing that's clear from these old schedules is that for those of us who love films from the early '30s, the squeeze is definitely on now. I looked at the February '98 schedule, and in that month alone TCM showed 65 movies made between 1929-1934. In October '07, there will be 22 movies shown from those years. In fact, for the three months from Sept-Nov '07 the total films for the early '30s is 62, still less than that one month in '98. Additionally, the selections today tend to be much more famous and frequently already on DVD than some of the lesser gems shown a decade ago, which could truly ONLY be found on TCM. I'm not usually one to whine and moan about the state of TCM today, it's still great, but it does sadden me to realize that my access to so many of these films that I'd love to see is minimal at best.

Well, one thing that's clear from these old schedules is that for those of us who love films from the early '30s, the squeeze is definitely on now. I looked at the February '98 schedule, and in that month alone TCM showed 65 movies made between 1929-1934. In October '07, there will be 22 movies shown from those years. In fact, for the three months from Sept-Nov '07 the total films for the early '30s is 62, still less than that one month in '98. Additionally, the selections today tend to be much more famous and frequently already on DVD than some of the lesser gems shown a decade ago, which could truly ONLY be found on TCM. I'm not usually one to whine and moan about the state of TCM today, it's still great, but it does sadden me to realize that my access to so many of these films that I'd love to see is minimal at best.

What a story! Everything but the bloodhounds snappin' at her rear end.

And the kudos, of course, go to Ken123 for identifying Bing. I was merely the research assistant. So, who's going to tell us who the other fellow is?

Well, if Herman Bing then the film is most likely His Family Tree which appears to be his only RKO picture that would carry a 1935 copyright (as seen in the small print at the bottom of the photo).

I'll chime in here too. I begrudgingly watched The Set Up earlier this year (I'm not a boxing fan at all, not a particular fan of the actors, and have limited interest in film noir) fully expecting to simply tolerate it. WOW! What an amazing film. I couldn't believe what a whallop it still packs to this day - every moment and every detail of the film is perfect IMHO. It now sits easily among my top 10 all-time favorites. It's further proof for me that you don't have to be a fan of either the genre or the subject matter to really appreciate a great, dare I say it "classic" movie. Don't miss it! -Gregory

Hmm - I'll take a stab. Is that Eric Blore and perhaps the film is Diamond Jim?

Well, despite my anachronistic interests I was but a 'lil shaver when Claudine was on the scene so I don't know much about her pesonal life. Care to share the scoop about her and the skier? Message was edited by: Gregory1965

Hey Kyle (and others in So. Cal.) - Are you familiar with Eddie Brandt's in North Hollywood? When I lived in the Valley, they were my lifeline for classic films along with Video West in We Ho and Studio City. Your suggestion about getting Windemere from the library/video store (and bursting the bubble of my perfectly good rationalization as to why I absolutely had no choice but to own it, no matter the cost) reminded me of these two excellent locations which I still miss very much.

Arrrgh - what a disappointment. I was really looking forward to finally seeing this as I've heard excellent feedback about it. Looks like I'll need to spring the 80 bucks for the boxed set DVD to finally satisfy my curiosity. I was really hoping to get by without doing so. As always, thanks for the info Kyle. -Gregory

Here's a youtube clip that will appeal to many on these boards. My apologies if this is a duplicate post, but I just saw it for the first time myself.

The Andy Williams singer you're thinking of is Claudine Longet, not Claudia Cardinale. Perhaps you can search through her appearances on IMDB to find the one you're looking for.

Althought it's not pre-1960s, I would consider Nine to Five to be a Labor Day essential. For truly classic viewing, I recommend The Crowd

I received a TCM reminder email yesterday letting me know that Lady Windemere's Fan is playing on 9/8 at 3:15AM (calender date 9/9), but when I check the schedule here online it says Never On Sunday is playing at that time. Does anyone know how I might either A) find out if Lady Windemere is actually the correct movie playing at that time or find out when it might be re-scheduled for? A site-search of the future schedule does NOT show Lady Windemere as upcoming at all. An info is appreciated. -Gregory

Indeed - who can forget Marie Osmond's star-making turn in Klute, where she proved she had real acting chops and wasn't just a sexy body as it appeared when sweet little Miss Osmond appeared in Barbarella. And then when Marie so totally BECAME Lillian Hellman in Julia. Wow! And of course she's so moving in Coming Home as well. And then to show such versatility by doing truly funny comedies like Fun With Dick and Jane, Nine to Five, and, um,Goin' Cocoanuts and then a two-part turn on The Love Boat...

> And then there were Cinemascope movies that got shown > not in pan-and-scan, but simply stretched to fit the > screen, turning everybody into Olive Oyls. Worse yet, I recall seeing the Cinemascope film Woman's World on network TV several years back in which neither stretching or panning & scanning were done. There was a scene in a car in which Fred MacMurray was supposedly driving on the right hand side, and Lauren Bacall was supposedly the passenger on the left side, but you couldn't see either of them - only the road passing in the background because the TV editor just focused on the center image. You could hear their voices, but they weren't there. Give me the correct aspect ration on my TV any day!

> I also felt old at the Fair on Friday night. My wife > and I saw the Chevy Court concert with Firefall, Pure > Prairie League and Poco. There's something about > seeing wrinkled, white-haired musicians up there > playing rock guitars and drums....to say nothing of > the sea of white, gray and bald heads in the > audience, groovin' to the music... And I can only imagine what Mrs. Frake would have to put into her mincemeat today to take top prize from the judges!

I'll give it a try. Here are some questions I thought up. 1. What classic actor/actress would you like to skinny dip with? Gregory Peck 2. What classic actor/actress would you like to push off a diving board? Martha Raye 3. What classic actor/actress would you like to go to a drive-in with? Natalie Wood 4. What classic actor/actress would be afraid to approach for an autograph? Greta Garbo 5. What classic actor/actress had the most interesting biography or autobiography? Lauren Bacall 6. What classic actor/actress would have made a great talk show host? Shirley Maclaine 7. What classic actor/actress aged horribly? Bette Davis 8. What classic actor would make a great Chippendale dancer? Guy Madison 9. What classic actress would make a lousy Playboy Centerfold? Marie Dressler 10. What classic actor/actress made the most obvious mistake in a movie and please name the film. 11. What classic actor/actress was the most bizarre/eccentric? James Dean 12. What classic actor/actress do you the most DVD's of? Lauren Bacall 13. What classic actor/actress had your birthday? Jane Darwell 14. What classic actor/actress looks most like you? Van Johnson

I work in book publishing so I always get a good chuckle from The Best of Everything. Talk about a "Bad Movie We Love". The husband-hunting secretaries in that film bear no resemblance to the talented women I work with today, yet they're a fascinating train-wreck to watch.

During the pre-show, one of the commentators referred to Jennifer Lopez's dress as "the one to beat", as if the awards were being given out for fashion rather than cinematic achievement. It made me realize that reality TV has truly taken over everything.