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CASABLANCA is only the 24th most popular classic
Dr. Somnambula replied to TopBilled's topic in General Discussions
I can't imagine not being able to use the Store feature in iTunes for Windows. -
Why do some classic movie fans bash newer films?
Dr. Somnambula replied to TopBilled's topic in General Discussions
I too miss Sgt_Markoff. In addition, I miss you CaveGirl. Posts seem limited. Some have nothing better to do than bash others. -
TCM names new host for Silent Sundays
Dr. Somnambula replied to LawrenceA's topic in General Discussions
You could say that about all the hosts. If TCM can add another host, it means they are doing well. You need to panic when hosts start to disappear. -
I've been to the Wax Museum in Hollywood. Also, Univeral Studios. But the Timber Mountain Log Ride at Knott's Berry Farm was the greatest. Loved The Enchanted Tiki Room and Main Street Electrical Parade at Disneyland. This was all back in 1974. In a way, being a tourist in San Francisco was more fun. Got to help turn the Cable Car around, or so I thought. Went to the Ice Follies. Biggest thing for me, Thoroughly Modern Millie on the massive curved theater screen. Back in 1967, when the movie was new. It is the only time I've seen a movie that way.
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DECEMBER SCHEDULE UP! SOTM JOAN BLONDELL
Dr. Somnambula replied to speedracer5's topic in General Discussions
sagebrush ... I'm in. I do enjoy the "Entertainment" stuff, but never all at once. I love movies with singing and dancing. I worry about those who don't. Smiles! (Do others have trouble with emojis on mobile devices? I have ongoing issues. Guess I should post in the proper forum.) -
The music soundtrack to Good Morning, Vietnam was great, but the movie, so-so. Wow, I've forgotten about Roxanne. It was also so-so. There are so many many newer films I don't know very well. Guess that is why I like TCM. I'm Mad About Musicals. Volume low is this clip:
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CASABLANCA is only the 24th most popular classic
Dr. Somnambula replied to TopBilled's topic in General Discussions
Dog Videos Rule: -
Who is the Best Director of All-Time?
Dr. Somnambula replied to spence's topic in General Discussions
I think the * next to Ford means it is spence's favorite. I would be okay with spence using a bigger font versus bold. I use zoom in my tablet to make text I can actually see. Huge for others. On the Google Chrome browser for desktops, it is possible to make the text size bigger all the time. Maybe the others too. Not sure. -
I've seen The Jerk at a video store years ago on CAV laser disc. The original CAV was 30 minutes per side. The disc spin was the same speed start to finish. One revolution was one video frame. Great still frames. Later, CLV. 60 minutes per side. Laser begins at the center. The larger the space grew with each revolution, the slower the disc would spin. The fat end of the disc was 3X the size, or 3 frames. 1800 RPM down to 600 RPM. Still frames were electronic. The CD and DVD work the same way. I know, you don't remember asking me to explain. The Jerk was pretty dumb to me. There are other superior works from Steve Martin. His very best is on the banjo.
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CASABLANCA is only the 24th most popular classic
Dr. Somnambula replied to TopBilled's topic in General Discussions
Hekzebiah's Daughter! -
I saw Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid just once. It was on The Movie Channel, including how the movie was made. Among other things was to dolly a camera instead of zoom, making it look more original. I think TCM should have a Steve Martin day!
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Carol Lynley, ‘The Poseidon Adventure’ Star, Dies at 77
Dr. Somnambula replied to JakeHolman's topic in General Discussions
My favorite from Roy Orbison: -
I just realized, after searching, it is Vazquez, not Vasquez. http://www.tcm.com/this-month/article/1216487|0/Tiffany-Vazquez-Saturday-Daytime-Host.html "Vazquez currently works for GIPHY, the world's largest search engine for GIFs, as a senior editor in charge of all film content. Vazquez resides in New York City."
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CASABLANCA is only the 24th most popular classic
Dr. Somnambula replied to TopBilled's topic in General Discussions
That's because you're not drinking the Kool-Aid (Ask a serious Apple fan to explain.) -
'Star Trek' First Aired Episode: THR's 1966 Review
Dr. Somnambula replied to JakeHolman's topic in General Discussions
I plan on spending less time here, since nothing will be done about all this Twitter nonsense. Right or wrong, it is very annoying. I don't plan on purchasing anything else with Windows on it. Linux and I don't get along. I'd rather have an old Mac, which I do, to do the things my tablet can't. As long as I don't say bad things about Apple, or good things about Microsoft, which I use to do, I can return to Apple related forums. I don't expect Apple forums to be as much fun as this one overall, but I have numerous iPad related questions. -
TCM names new host for Silent Sundays
Dr. Somnambula replied to LawrenceA's topic in General Discussions
I don't see Eddie very often. Dave seems to stick to the script. Ben tries to add humor. Alicia voices her own feelings. I seriously doubt Jacqueline Stewart is going to be perfect for everyone. I'm disappointed to read negative comments before she does her first show. So far I like everything about her. -
Well, how about some White Port, Lemon Juice and a Rubber Biscuit? (The Four Deuces & The Chips) Sepiatone should know what I'm talking about.
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I have family moving from both Oregon and California to Colorado. I don't normally watch Noir Alley, but when I do ...
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Oregon Rules! I say that because I live in California. I know more about Oregon than California. I get ice cream from Schwan's, but really, Tillamook is better. In Southern Oregon is Harry and David. We send pears to my cousin in Minnesota. Oregon is the best!
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No spence, it was TCM Moderator 1. But you're looking pretty good there. I would need your password, but a moderator must have higher access.
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Any word from MissWonderly3? Hurricane Dorian decided to hit East Canada before going out to sea. Hope she's okay and returning to the forum now that Noir Alley is back.
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TCM names new host for Silent Sundays
Dr. Somnambula replied to LawrenceA's topic in General Discussions
I enjoyed the preview video available by clicking the link. She just might be my new favorite TCM host. I hope, like Noir Alley, there is a way to watch her video work without staying up late. The Keeper needs his beauty sleep, don't-cha know.
