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mr6666 wrote: how about Bob Hope as 'Junior' in Son of Paleface ? Sorry, no. You see, this is what I meant when I wrote that this question is "one we can have fun with." There are numerous references to the line, "Lips that touch liquor shall never touch mine." At first, the meaning seems clear. But read it again. Does it mean those lips shall never touch your lips? Or your liquor? Over the years, many have had fun twisting the meaning(s) around. In "Son of Paleface" (1952), Bob Hope's line (to Roy Rogers) is: "Please, lips that touch liquor shall never touch mine." And there are probably a few other movies that use essentially the same line. But my question to you is: Which movie had the line THIS way: "No man whose lips have touched liquor shall touch mine." Who said that, and in what film? Cheers, Dan

Here is one we can have fun with. There is an old Victorian poem that says words similar to this, but not these exact words. See if you can tell me what movie this quote comes from. "No man whose lips have touched liquor shall touch mine." Who said that, and in what film? Cheers, Dan

Well, now it's February, and there are no new replies to my question. That can't be good. Here is the question again: I am an American actress, born in the northeast U.S.A. My first acting job was in a TV commercial. From there, I went into stage work and established myself as an actress who can dance and sing. I am married and have one child, a boy who was named after a famous monarch. I have appeared in more than fifty (50) films and TV shows, including a role as one of American pop culture's most famous women. While many brunettes turn blonde for their film roles, in my case I am a natural blonde and had to go brunette for the starring role in this, my best-known film. New clue: Currently I am co-starring in a prime time network TV show. Who am I? Cheers, Dan

"I don't want to rob banks for the rest of my life. The stress level's just too damn high! Who? What film? I'll go with Billy Bob Thornton on this one. Wasn't the film called "Bandits?" Cheers, Dan

Are you Cathy Bates? Sorry, no. Did you mean Kathy Bates? She was born in Tennessee, not in New England as I was. And her bio does not show that she has children. Here's a new clue: While many brunettes turn blonde for their film roles, in my case I am a natural blonde and had to go brunette for the starring role in my best-known film. Here is the question again: I am an American actress, born in the northeast U.S.A. My first acting job was in a TV commercial. From there, I went into stage work and established myself as an actress who can dance and sing. I am married and have one child, a boy who was named after a famous monarch. I have appeared in more than fifty (50) films and TV shows, including a starring role as one of American pop culture's most famous women... and, as you now know, I changed my hair color for that role. Who am I? Cheers, Dan

pastman wrote: That's a good one. I disagree with you. If it were a "good one," you would still be working on it. Apparently I asked a question that anyone can look up quickly, since you answered correctly, less than an hour after I posted it. It's your board now, pastman. Cheers, Dan

Thanks, Mister Sixes. How about this one? I am an American actress, born in the northeast U.S.A. My first acting job was in a TV commercial. From there, I went into stage work and established myself as an actress who can dance and sing. I am married and have one child, a boy who was named after a famous monarch. I have appeared in more than fifty (50) films and TV shows, including a starring role as one of American pop culture's most famous women. Who am I? Cheers, Dan

Okay. Now that it's Oscar season, see if you can answer this one: It's a two-parter. Part One: Name the year in which NONE of the Best Actor nominees were born in the USA. Part Two: Name the five (5) nominees. Cheers, Dan

mr6666 wrote: dan, it's been almost a month since OP. Want to give answer, more clues, or open thread? Well, sixes, thank you for at least replying. I will open the thread. Go for it, it's all yours now. Cheers, Dan

RainingVi said: Danny. pure guess - Cate Blanchet and Brad Pitt "Curious Case of Benjamin Button' ? Sorry, no. You are on the right track, as Cate B. is an Oscar winner, and Brad Pitt is Oscar-nominated but hasn't won yet. That is the same pattern as with our mystery guests. Perhaps this will help: The Oscar-winning actress who asks the question about the S.S. number has won the Oscar for Best Actress, as opposed to Ms. Blanchett's Supporting Actress award. The actor who answers, "Five" to the question of his Social Security number, has been nominated for Best Actor. He has also been nominated for an award as Best Supporting Actor. No wins yet. Here is the question, again: Who was it that, when asked for his Social Security Number, answered: "Five." The question is asked by an Oscar-winning actress. The other person in the scene is played by an Oscar-nominated actor. The film is relatively new. It was produced in the 21st century. Your new clue: The director of this film once portrayed a boxing champion in another film. Bonus clue: You may want to ask yourself WHY the question is posed here as it is, and not in a more conventional way... for example, it isn't quoted verbatim. Name the speakers and the title of this film. Cheers, Dan

This film had no opening or closing credits in its original version. The film opens with curtains parting to reveal the orchestra entering and taking their places. During the film's intermission, a solitary title card was to be played over the movie theater's closed curtain, reading: (movie title) I'm guessing that you are referring to the Disney film "Fantasia" (1940). Cheers, Dan

Here is a quote from a film of the not too distant past: "Those who can, do. Those who can't, teach. But you already knew that, right?" Who said that, to whom, and in what film? Hint: This film was made within the past 20 years. Second hint: One of the performers in this scene has an Oscar, but not for acting. Cheers, Dan

You are: Martin Milner. Loved your TV shows, "Route 66" and "Adam 12." Cheers, Dan

Jason Bateman Received the Golden Globe for his role of Michael Bluth on Arrested Development. Directed several episodes of Valerie when he was 18, making him the youngest TV director ever. You've got it, pastman. The board is yours. Cheers, Dan

I'll jump in with the obvious (though probably mis-guided) answer: Ron Howard. Hiya unclecharlie... It isn't Ron Howard, though I am glad you got that answer out of the way first. He is the first one you would think of. Although Ron Howard directed three short films at age 15, none of them were made for TV. Also, Ron Howard -- despite his great fame, and his other awards -- has never won a Golden Globe, as I said the person in question has. For those of you who tuned in late, let me repeat the question: Name the Golden Globe winner who, at age 18, became TV's youngest-ever director. Cheers, Dan

MArcher wrote: I'll take a crack at it. Bobby Watson played the elocution teacher in "Singin' In The Rain". The scene was with Gene Kelly and Donald O'Connor when they did their "Moses Supposes" number. That's exactly correct, Miles. Maybe I was "taking a chance" when I wrote that THAT scene was the one that Bobby Watson was best known for. After all, he had NINE (9!) performances as Adolf Hitler before that. But for today's audiences, I think his scene with Gene Kelly and Donald O'Connor is the one "best remembered." Especially since "Singin' in the Rain" (1952) is so popular. By the way, Bobby Watson had another great scene -- though it is very short -- with Fred Astaire, in the following year's "The Band Wagon" (1953). He play's Fred's valet. Cheers, Dan

Name the Golden Globe winner who, at age 18, became TV's youngest-ever director. Cheers, Dan

"Lawrence of Arabia" (1962). Cheers, Dan

Just bumping this. I may be nuts, but I believe this could be a very interesting question. Who was it that, when asked for his Social Security Number, answered: "Five." The question is asked by an Oscar-winning actress. The other person in the scene is played by an Oscar-nominated actor. The film is relatively new. It was produced in the 21st century. Your new clue: The director of this film once portrayed a boxing champion in another film. Bonus clue: You may want to ask yourself WHY the question is posed here as it is, and not in a more conventional way... for example, it isn't quoted verbatim. Name the speakers and the title of this film. Cheers, Dan

unclecharlie wrote: Wild guess - Bobby Watson Oh, it isn't THAT wild, UncleCharlie. Bobby Watson it IS! Your turn, now. Cheers, Dan

pastman wrote: ..still going... found a new list of midwesterners to sift through.. Thanks much, pastman, for letting me know you are still working on this question. In the meantime, here is a new clue as to my identity: For many years I was the "go-to" guy whenever the studios wanted to cast me in a certain role. After I died however, it seems Hollywood passed on my traditional role to Michael Sheard. Okay, here is the rest of the question: In a 28-year film career, I portrayed many different roles: Detectives, a baron, an interior decorator, orchestra leaders, even a head of state. Ironically, to modern film fans I am best known for a role for which I was uncredited, and which lasted for only one scene, just four (4) minutes long. In that scene, I was accompanied by two icons of the silver screen. Who am I, and what is the scene for which I am best known to modern audiences? Remember, in that film I was uncredited, but in my 4-minute scene I was accompanied by two major film stars. Cheers, Dan

I was correct. You guys obviously have superior hardware to mine. When I click the Forum of choice -- in this case, Trivia -- I do NOT get a screen listing all the threads under that heading. I've tried every way I can, to make it come up, but it simply will not. So, until I get an update on my computer, I will have to plod away as I have before. If no one responds to a question of mine, I must perforce deem it a lack of interest. Sorry if I offended anyone, but that is what my hardware -- such as it is -- compels me to do. In the future, however, if you consider answering one of my questions but don't come up with the answer, submit ANY name you can think of. I react to wrong guesses the same as I do to correct ones. At least it shows me that SOMEONE is reading. Cheers, Dan

You are correct Dan I would have responded to you sooner but I just got back from the Sundance Film Festival! Well, it's all yours Whew! Don't ever do that again, okay? I'm kidding, of course. You are free to post any kind of question you want. But a question about triple suicides is more than gloomy, it is DEPRESSING! Now that we've got that question out of the way (thank the Almighty!), I am throwing the board open to anyone that wants it. Go ahead, Odessa; or sixes, or pastman, or cvgor, or anyone who wants to take a shot, fire away! Cheers, Dan

To sixes and cmvgor: Sorry to sound like such an idiot, but apparently you guys have some program on your computer that I don't have on mine. HOW do you count "views" on these message boards? I've looked all over this site, and haven't found a way to do that. Cheers, Dan

Many thanks to those who have said they are trying to work on this question. It's nice to hear that someone is paying attention. Here is the question again, with a new clue: Who was it that, when asked for his Social Security Number, answered: "Five." The question is asked by an Oscar-winning actress. The other person in the scene is played by an Oscar-nominated actor. The film is relatively new. It was produced in the 21st century. Your new clue: The director of this film once portrayed a boxing champion in another film. Bonus clue: You may want to ask yourself WHY the question is posed here as it is, and not in a more conventional way... for example, it isn't quoted verbatim. Name the speakers and the title of this film. Cheers, Dan