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Tues., 9-25 for TCM SPOTLIGHT: AAFCA PRESENTS: THE BLACK EXPERIENCE ON FILM ..... 8:00 PM (ET) C - 78 m comedy Hollywood Shuffle (1987) Synopsis: An aspiring African-American actor tries to fight against stereotyping. Dir: Robert Townsend Cast: Robert Townsend , Anne-Marie Johnson , Starletta DuPois . "... skewers everything about Hollywood's attitudes inside and out. From the idea that characters for black performers are limited to the most demeaning stereotypes to the idea that there is only room for one black star in a picture. ..... -Townsend's character looking for work as an actor while fantasizing about himself in various genres within of the cinematic world--it allows Townsend and his fellow cast members a wide latitude into absurdist comedy ...... see TCM article: http://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/78226/Hollywood-Shuffle/articles.html

Nerdist‏Verified account @nerdist 7h7 hours ago .@tcm announces 25th anniversary Classic Cruise for 2019, hosted by @BenMank77. Details here: http://bit.ly/2DqGzxf "Casting off from New York City and heading to Bermuda, the Classic Cruise gives you five nights aboard the Disney Magic cruise ship as part of TCM’s 25th anniversary. TCM host and walking film encyclopedia Ben Mankiewicz will act as host for the cruise, and the days will be packed with various cinematic events, like appearances by legendary classic film stars, unique presentations with film experts, in-depth interviews, Q&A sessions, trivia games, and of course, screenings of awesome old movies. It sounds like the annual TCM Classic Film Fest, except on a boat. There’s a little over a year before the cruise sets off, and will last from October 22-27, 2019, but pre-registration for state rooms begins right now. More information and registration can be found by visiting tcmcruise.com.

Sun., 9-23 for ANNA NEAGLE & MICHAEL WILDING ..... (time ET) 8:00 PM Spring in Park Lane ( 1948) English drawing room comedy stars Michael Wilding as a young man on the outs with his well-to-do family who takes a job as a servant in the home of wealthy art collector Tom Walls. Amid the array of eccentric relatives, friends, and guests that frequents the estate, Wilding falls in love with Anna Neagle, Walls' niece and secretary Cast: Michael Wilding, Anna Neagle, Tom Walls, TCM article: http://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/556234/Spring-in-Park-Lane/articles.html BW- 91 mins, 10:00 PM Maytime in Mayfair ( 1949) BW- 93 mins, LEONARD MALTIN REVIEW: ? Dir.: Herbert Wilcox. Cast: Anna Neagle, Michael Wilding, Peter Graves, Tom Walls, Nicholas Phipps, Thora Hird. Pleasant, light-as-a-souffle romantic trifle in which Wilding inherits a London dress shop which he intends to sell... until he meets the manager (Neagle). TCM article: http://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/556300/Maytime-in-Mayfair/articles.html

was on SHOWTIME.... https://variety.com/2003/tv/reviews/the-roman-spring-of-mrs-stone-2-1200541927/

Fri., 9-21 for Genie in a Bottle...... 9:45 PM (ET) B/W - 90 min Brass Bottle, The (1964) Synopsis: "... an everyman architect (Randall) who buys an antique brass bottle and inherits a magical djinn or genie. .....Burl Ives plays Fakrash-el-Aamash, the magical creature released from his bottle prison after 3000 years and, devoted to pleasing his master, wreaks havoc as he brings his ancient understanding of society to modern life. " Dir: Harry Keller Cast: Tony Randall , Burl Ives , Barbara Eden . see TCM article: http://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/69583/Brass-Bottle-The/articles.html

Thurs., 9-20 for TCM SPOTLIGHT: AAFCA PRESENTS: THE BLACK EXPERIENCE ON FILM ...... 10:00 PM (ET) B/W - 98 m Sparkle (1976) Synopsis: three Harlem sisters--Sister, Delores and Sparkle Williams--form a singing group in dubbed Sister & the Sisters. The trio are managed by two young men from the neighborhood, Stix and Levi. They quickly become a sensation in the local club scene, but the sisters display disparate personalities, creating a stumbling block to fame and fortune. ... Dir: Sam O'Steen Cast: Philip Michael Thomas , Irene Cara , Lonette Mckee . ** see TCM article: http://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/91005/Sparkle/articles.html

This sounds good too ....:) 4:15 AM C - 102 m TV-G comedy Golden Coach, The (1953) Synopsis: The star of a theater company hesitates between three men. Dir: Jean Renoir Cast: Riccardo Rioli , Anna Magnani , Odoardo Spadaro . LEONARD MALTIN REVIEW: ?Jean Renoir. Anna Magnani, Odoardo Spadaro, Nada Fiorelli, Dante Rino, Duncan Lamont, Jean Debucourt. Delightful film about an acting troupe touring South America in the 18th century and the amorous adventures of its leading lady. Theatrical and stylized, this is one of the great films about acting--and a stunning achievement in the use of color. Ironically, it was a flop when first released, then critically rediscovered. Photographed by Claude Renoir; music by Vivaldi.

tonight 9-16 for Ritz Bros. ......... 8:00 PM Kentucky Moonshine ( 1938) Dir: David Butler Cast: Ritz Brothers , Tony Martin , Marjorie Weaver . BW- 85 mins, CC, 9:30 PM Life Begins in College ( 1937) A wealthy student endows his college's football team, with disastrous results. Dir: William A. Seiter Cast: Ritz Brothers , Joan Davis , Tony Martin . BW- 94 mins, CC,

late Fri., 9-14 for Underground II....... (times ET) 4:00 AM Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo ( 1985) Dir: Sam Firstenberg Cast: Lucinda Dickey , Michael Chambers , Susie Bono . BW- 94 mins, CC, Letterbox Format ...New York Times quipping that it "slights dramatic matters to concentrate exclusively on dancing. The movie contains so much of it that it's exhausting even to watch...." In the minority, Roger Ebert gave the film three stars and praised it for its unpretentious devotion to sheer entertainment: "Here is a movie that wants nothing more than to allow some high-spirited kids to sing and dance their way through a silly plot just long enough to make us grin." see TCM article: http://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/69619/Breakin-2-Electric-Boogaloo/articles.html ------------------------------------------------------------------------ late Sat., 9-15 4:00 AM Class of '44 ( 1973) Benjie joins the Marines as Hermie and Oscy enter college. There, Hermie falls head over heels for another freshman named Julie, and the two old friends deal with a troublesome fraternity president Dir: Paul Bogart Cast: Gary Grimes , Jerry Houser , Oliver Conant . BW- 95 mins, CC, Letterbox Format article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Class_of_'44

TV Here’s the Turner Classic Movies Halloween Programming Schedule for October 2018! .... Turner Classic Movies is celebrating the season proper with an entire month of classic horror that kicks off October 3rd and runs straight through the big day. This year’s TCM October schedule is loaded with gems that span several decades, including Wes Craven’s Deadly Friend, Nosferatu, The Fearless Vampire Killers, The Old Dark House, Eyes Without a Face, White Zombie, House of Dark Shadows, The Bad Seed and House of Wax. Check out the full schedule on TCM’s website and find some highlights below via Reddit...... https://bloody-disgusting.com/tv/3521003/heres-turner-classic-movies-halloween-programming-schedule-october-2018/

Turner Classic Movies (TCM) will celebrate the life and career of iconic actor, director and producer Burt Reynolds with a six-film tribute on Wednesday, December 26. Reynolds, who passed away on September 6 at the age of 82, was an Academy Award®-nominated actor who was in more than 100 feature films ranging from comedies to thrillers and was also a staple on television shows like Evening Shade. The following is the complete schedule for TCM's tribute to Burt Reynolds: TCM Remembers Burt Reynolds – Wednesday, December 26 8:00 p.m. Smokey and the Bandit (1977) – A maverick trucker tries to save a runaway bride and a shipment of contraband beer from a small-town sheriff. 10:00 p.m. Deliverance (1972) – During a hunting vacation, four men fight against a murderous clan of backwoodsmen. 12:00 a.m. The Longest Yard (1974) – When a disgraced NFL quarterback is sent to prison for stealing a car, he’s forced by the sadistic warden to take part in a convicts versus guards exhibition football game. 2:15 a.m. Hooper (1978) – An aging stuntman teams up with a young hotshot. 4:15 a.m. Smokey and the Bandit II (1980) – A raucous political race results in the comeback of the wild ways of the Bandit, again pursued by arch enemy Sheriff Buford T. Justice. 6:00 a.m. Best Friends (1982) – Longtime roommates and professional partners find they aren't prepared to make it legal. https://www.turner.com/pressroom/united-states/tcm/tcm-celebrate-legendary-actor-burt-reynolds

Turner Classic Movies (TCM) will celebrate the life and career of iconic actor, director and producer Burt Reynolds with a six-film tribute on Wednesday, December 26. Reynolds, who passed away on September 6 at the age of 82, was an Academy Award®-nominated actor who was in more than 100 feature films ranging from comedies to thrillers and was also a staple on television shows like Evening Shade. The following is the complete schedule for TCM's tribute to Burt Reynolds: TCM Remembers Burt Reynolds – Wednesday, December 26 8:00 p.m. Smokey and the Bandit (1977) – A maverick trucker tries to save a runaway bride and a shipment of contraband beer from a small-town sheriff. 10:00 p.m. Deliverance (1972) – During a hunting vacation, four men fight against a murderous clan of backwoodsmen. 12:00 a.m. The Longest Yard (1974) – When a disgraced NFL quarterback is sent to prison for stealing a car, he’s forced by the sadistic warden to take part in a convicts versus guards exhibition football game. 2:15 a.m. Hooper (1978) – An aging stuntman teams up with a young hotshot. 4:15 a.m. Smokey and the Bandit II (1980) – A raucous political race results in the comeback of the wild ways of the Bandit, again pursued by arch enemy Sheriff Buford T. Justice. 6:00 a.m. Best Friends (1982) – Longtime roommates and professional partners find they aren't prepared to make it legal. https://www.turner.com/pressroom/united-states/tcm/tcm-celebrate-legendary-actor-burt-reynolds

TCM‏Verified account @tcm 19h19 hours ago Join self-proclaimed "TCM addict" and September Guest Programmer @KeithCarradine as he sits down with @BenMank77 tomorrow night starting at 8pm ET / 5pm PT #LetsMovie

Peter Avellino‏ @PeterAPeel 5h5 hours ago The fascinating DAWSON CITY: FROZEN TIME is on @tcm tonight 9/9 at 5 PM PST/8 PM EST so don't miss it. @dcft_thefilm

Sun., 9-9 for Lost & Found.... 8:00 PM (ET) B/W - 121 m Dawson City: Frozen Time (2016) Synopsis: " Morrison's justly acclaimed 2016 documentary Dawson City: Frozen Time combines his gift for transforming found footage with the real-life story of Dawson City, Yukon, Canada, a community with a rich history of ups, downs and in-betweens fueled by the changing fortunes of prospectors, gold miners, transportation companies and entrepreneurs dating back to the 19th century with the Klondike Gold Rush .... he unfolds most of his historical narrative by means of clips and texts superimposed over the images. This reinforces the quietly contemplative atmosphere of the documentary, which is further enhanced by Alex Somers's mesmerizing music score. Entertaining and informative in equal measure, Dawson City: Frozen Time is must-see viewing for anyone interested in film history, cultural history, or North American history. " -see TCM article: http://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/2132497/Dawson-City-Frozen-Time/articles.html Dir: Bill Morrison

TCM Remembers Burt Reynolds..........

New ‘Popular’ Oscar Scrapped by Film Academy for 2019 "The most unpopular move the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences may have ever made was reversed on Thursday: The next Academy Awards will not add a category for achievement in “popular” films after all. But the concept may not be completely dead. “There has been a wide range of reactions to the introduction of a new award, and we recognize the need for further discussion with our members,” Dawn Hudson, the academy’s chief executive, said in a statement. Ms. Hudson emphasized in a subsequent telephone interview that the academy was not abandoning its effort to “honor excellence across a wider scope of films.”........ When the category was announced, Mr. Bailey positioned it as an improvement “needed to keep the Oscars and our academy relevant in a changing world” — an effort to counterbalance an increasing tendency by Oscar voters to honor niche films that most American moviegoers have not seen. On Thursday, Ms. Hudson said the board as a whole continued to believe in that principle. Looking at it in retrospect, however, she said the announcement should have been made with more complete information, and not just as the Oscar race was beginning to kick into high gear at the Telluride, Venice and Toronto film festivals. “Our intention was always excellence first, but I don’t think that was clear in the initial announcement,” Ms. Hudson said...... https://www.nytimes.com/2018/09/06/business/media/academy-awards-popular-film.html

Shawn Edwards‏Verified account @sedwardskc Sep 5 THE BLACK EXPERIENCE ON FILM Hollywood confronts racism today. Watch these four movies on @TCM for a different perspective. Thanks @theaafca! “To Kill a Mockingbird” “Intruder in the Dust” “A Soldier’s Story” “A Raisin in the Sun” #TheAAFCA #TCM #TheBlackExperienceOnFilm

late Fri., 9-7 for Underground (2)....... 4:00 AM (ET) Scarecrows ( 1988) A mercenary group falls prey to dark forces after parachuting into an eerie cornfield. Dir: William Wesley Cast: Ted Vernon, Michael Simms, Richard Vidan "Tightly paced and consistently tense, this low-budget film has slick production values (making it appear more expensive than it probably was) and only falters in some laughably overwrought performances".[ Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scarecrows_(1988_film) TCM article: http://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/772908/Scarecrows/articles.html BW- 83 mins, CC, Letterbox Format ("Motel Hell" airs @2am ET & is a fun freak show w/Rory Calhoun)

FYI......airs tonight 3:00 AM ET Roger & Me ( 1989) Dir: Michael Moore Cast: Michael Moore , Roger Smith , Ronald Reagan .

Mon., 9-3 for AFI Tribute: George Clooney.. (times ET) 8:00 PM & 11:30 pm AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to George Clooney ( 2018) see TCM article: http://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/2141190/AFI-Life-Achievement-Award-A-Tribute-to-George-Clooney/articles.html BW- 67 mins, CC, 9:30 PM O Brother, Where Art Thou? ( 2000) no, not a premiere....just a fav of mine A convict escapes a chain gang to stop his wife from remarrying. Dir: Joel Coen Cast: George Clooney , Tim Blake Nelson , John Turturro . C- 107 mins, CC, Letterbox Format ----------------------------------------------------------- 1:00 AM Up in the Air ( 2009) A corporate efficiency expert lives his life in airplanes, airports, hotels and rental cars. Faced with the prospect, at once terrifying and exhilarating, of being grounded, he begins to contemplate what it might actually mean to have a home. Dir: Jason Reitman Cast: George Clooney , Vera Farmiga , Anna Kendrick . BW- 109 mins, CC, "Up in the Air makes it look easy. Not just in its casual and apparently effortless excellence, but in its ability to blend entertainment and insight, comedy and poignancy, even drama and reality, things that are difficult by themselves but a whole lot harder in combination. This film does all that and never seems to break a sweat."[ .... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Up_in_the_Air_(2009_film)#Critical_response

Shawn Edwards‏Verified account @sedwardskc Aug 30 13 Film Critics 30 Days 8 Themes 32 Movies All September on @tcm! @theaafca presents ‘The Black Experience On Film.’ Watch! #TheAAFCA #TCM #Fox4KC

late Sat. 9-1 3:30 AM (ET) B/W - 127 m American Friend, The (1977) Synopsis: A dying man reluctantly takes on a job as a hit man in order to have money to leave to his widow. Dir: Wim Wenders Cast: Bruno Ganz , Dennis Hopper , Lisa Kreuzer . ".... After casting Hopper, an experienced director, Wenders decided to cast directors in all of the gangster roles, including Gérard Blain, Nicholas Ray, and Samuel Fuller. .... The Critics Consensus reads "The American Friend is a slow burning existential thriller that does justice to the Patricia Highsmith source novel." [7]Roger Ebert gave the film three stars (out of four), writing: "[Wenders] challenges us to admit that we watch (and read) thrillers as much for atmosphere as for plot. And then he gives us so much atmosphere we're almost swimming in it."[8] ..... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_American_Friend

Sudden Fear (1952) " It had been seven years since Mildred Pierce, the role Joan Crawford had to audition for at Warner Brothers after MGM terminated her contract, and the hit she rode to an Oscar. But even the greatest Hollywood careers oscillate like the stock market, and though the late 1940s saw some of her best work, by 1952 Crawford was once more in a box-office trough. She asked Warners to let her go, they did, and Crawford went to RKO for Sudden Fear—where once again, she landed an Oscar nomination and a roaring success. ...... https://www.filmcomment.com/blog/sudden-fear-joan-crawford/

yeah, also wondered who young female voice was & from what film?