twister Posted February 14, 2014 Just read that Vic Morrow would have been 85 years old today. Can't believe that. He was a great actor. I still watch re-runs of Combat television show. Do you have any favorite movies or tv appearances that Vic Morrow made? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roverrocks Posted February 14, 2014 Morrow vividly played a high school punk opposing Glen Ford in THE BLACKBOARD JUNGLE. Pretty good movie IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geminigirl Posted February 14, 2014 You beat me to it, rover! I agree. He was fabulous in that role; he was very underrated, imho. And his daughter not only inherited his looks, she inherited his tremendous talent. And she too, is underrated...................... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sepiatone Posted February 14, 2014 > Morrow vividly played a high school punk opposing Glen Ford in THE BLACKBOARD JUNGLE. Pretty good movie IMO. He played a similar role in KING CREOLE. His opposite portrayal in GOD'S LITTLE ACRE showed he shouldn't be typecast. He was a really fine performer who lives on thanks to film. I don't think it would be out of line to wish him a HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Sepiatone Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
faceinthecrowd Posted February 15, 2014 A made-for-TV movie titled THE GLASS HOUSE featured Morrow as a prison inmate who pretty much ran things on the inside. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Richard Kimble Posted February 15, 2014 He'll be remembered for Jungle and Combat, but was always a memorable presence onscreen. Got a rare chance to show his lighter side in The Bad News Bears. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roverrocks Posted February 15, 2014 As a kid I could hardly wait each week for the new episode of COMBAT. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BeverlyBuzzby Posted February 15, 2014 I just discovered that show on MeTv last year, I loved it!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newclassicfilmfan Posted February 15, 2014 Love the show COMBAT. I saw on youtube the only interview Vic Morrow ever did. It was from back in the 1960's. Great video. He seemed like a quiet, very nice man. I like the vintage stuff you can see on youtube. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Old Trickster Posted February 16, 2014 My personal favorite Vic Morrow film was the little-seen "Portrait of a Mobster" in which he played the legendary gangster Dutch Schultz. He also made a great war picture that was aired not too long ago called "Men In War". He was a great character actor. Always was one of my favorites. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twister Posted February 17, 2014 Why doesn't TCM show Portrait of a Mobster? And when will it be out on DVD? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Old Trickster Posted February 17, 2014 I don't know why they don't. I don't think they ever have. On the DVD, I recently contacted Warner Archive inquiring about the DVD release and they said something about "clearance issues" precluding its release. I hope it's resolved soon, it's a great picture. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newclassicfilmfan1 Posted June 19, 2014 When is TCM going to show Portrait of a Mobster? It is one of the few Vic Morrow films I've not seen yet. Great actor. Wish TCM would showcase his films a bit more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
