With the passing of Anna Karina, a curtain has fallen on the French New Wave, that fabled cinematic movement that brought fame to the man who made her name, Jean-Luc Godard. Yes, Godard is still with us, as is “Breathless” star Jean-Paul Belmondo (practically the last of the living New Wave legends), but his moviemaking compatriots François Truffaut, Eric Rohmer, Jacques Rivette, Jacques Demy, and, most recently, Agnès Varda are gone, and with them the spirit of playful abandon that Karina perfectly embodied.
In such Godard classics as “A Woman is a Woman,” “Pierrot le Fou,” “Alphaville,” and “Made in USA,” Karina appeared as a gamine and a femme fatale at the same time. Not since Josef von Sternberg and Marlene Dietrich had there been a director-and-star tandem so potent. The closest to it would be Philippe Garrel’s partnership with Nico — although the avant-garde blue plate specials made by...
In such Godard classics as “A Woman is a Woman,” “Pierrot le Fou,” “Alphaville,” and “Made in USA,” Karina appeared as a gamine and a femme fatale at the same time. Not since Josef von Sternberg and Marlene Dietrich had there been a director-and-star tandem so potent. The closest to it would be Philippe Garrel’s partnership with Nico — although the avant-garde blue plate specials made by...
- 12/16/2019
- by David Ehrenstein
- Variety Film + TV
The King Baggot Tribute will take place Wednesday September 28th at 7pm at Lee Auditorium inside the Missouri History Museum (Lindell and DeBaliviere in Forest Park, St. Louis, Missouri). The 1913 silent film Ivanhoe will be accompanied by The Rats and People Motion Picture Orchestra and there will be a 40-minute illustrated lecture on the life and career of King Baggot by We Are Movie Geeks’ Tom Stockman. A Facebook invite for the event can be found Here
Hollywood Cinematographer Stephen King Baggot, also known as King Baggot III, is a retired cinematographer and news cameraman born in 1943. Like his father and grandfather before him, he was always billed onscreen as simply ‘King Baggot’. The first King Baggot (1879-1948) was at one time Hollywood’s most popular star, known in his heyday as ‘King of the Movies’ ,’The Most Photographed Man in the World’ and “More Famous Than the Man in...
Hollywood Cinematographer Stephen King Baggot, also known as King Baggot III, is a retired cinematographer and news cameraman born in 1943. Like his father and grandfather before him, he was always billed onscreen as simply ‘King Baggot’. The first King Baggot (1879-1948) was at one time Hollywood’s most popular star, known in his heyday as ‘King of the Movies’ ,’The Most Photographed Man in the World’ and “More Famous Than the Man in...
- 9/22/2016
- by Tom Stockman
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Debbie Reynolds ca. early 1950s. Debbie Reynolds movies: Oscar nominee for 'The Unsinkable Molly Brown,' sweetness and light in phony 'The Singing Nun' Debbie Reynolds is Turner Classic Movies' “Summer Under the Stars” star today, Aug. 23, '15. An MGM contract player from 1950 to 1959, Reynolds' movies can be seen just about every week on TCM. The only premiere on Debbie Reynolds Day is Jerry Paris' lively marital comedy How Sweet It Is (1968), costarring James Garner. This evening, TCM is showing Divorce American Style, The Catered Affair, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, and The Singing Nun. 'Divorce American Style,' 'The Catered Affair' Directed by the recently deceased Bud Yorkin, Divorce American Style (1967) is notable for its cast – Reynolds, Dick Van Dyke, Jean Simmons, Jason Robards, Van Johnson, Lee Grant – and for the fact that it earned Norman Lear (screenplay) and Robert Kaufman (story) a Best Original Screenplay Academy Award nomination.
- 8/24/2015
- by Andre Soares
- Alt Film Guide
Lovelace
Directed by Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman
Written by Andy Bellin
USA, 2013
In Billy Wilder’s excellent 1951 drama Ace in the Hole, which is a classic showcase of media manipulation, ambitious city-slicker reporter Chuck Tatum (played by an enthusiastic Kirk Douglas) finds himself stuck in Albuquerque, New Mexico with hopes to find that one big story that will jettison him to the big-leagues again. Tatum lucks out when he is informed about a man trapped in a cave-in and uses this opportunity to break big. When Tatum’s photographer asks why this will make a big story, Tatum responds that it’s a “human interest” subject and that if you can get readers to sympathize with the narrative then you have the reader’s attention. But, he also elaborates that a human interest story has to focus on one person; if you focus on others involved with the story,...
Directed by Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman
Written by Andy Bellin
USA, 2013
In Billy Wilder’s excellent 1951 drama Ace in the Hole, which is a classic showcase of media manipulation, ambitious city-slicker reporter Chuck Tatum (played by an enthusiastic Kirk Douglas) finds himself stuck in Albuquerque, New Mexico with hopes to find that one big story that will jettison him to the big-leagues again. Tatum lucks out when he is informed about a man trapped in a cave-in and uses this opportunity to break big. When Tatum’s photographer asks why this will make a big story, Tatum responds that it’s a “human interest” subject and that if you can get readers to sympathize with the narrative then you have the reader’s attention. But, he also elaborates that a human interest story has to focus on one person; if you focus on others involved with the story,...
- 1/16/2015
- by Christopher Koenig
- SoundOnSight
The King Baggot Tribute is this Friday, November 14th at 7pm at Webster University’s Winifred Moore Auditorium. A 35mm print of Ivanhoe (1913) starring King Baggot will screen with live music by The Rats and People Motion Picture Orchestra. The screening will be followed by an illustrated lecture on the life and career of King Baggot, which will be followed by the screening of Tumbleweeds (digital source 1925), directed by King Baggot with piano accompaniment by Matt Pace. Ticket information for the event can be found Here.
http://tributetokingbaggot.bpt.me/
Hollywood Cinematographer Stephen King Baggot, also known as King Baggot III, is a retired cinematographer and news cameraman born in 1943. Like his father and grandfather before him, he was always billed onscreen as simply ‘King Baggot’. The first King Baggot (1879-1948) was at one time Hollywood’s most popular star, known in his heyday as ‘King of the Movies’ ,’The...
http://tributetokingbaggot.bpt.me/
Hollywood Cinematographer Stephen King Baggot, also known as King Baggot III, is a retired cinematographer and news cameraman born in 1943. Like his father and grandfather before him, he was always billed onscreen as simply ‘King Baggot’. The first King Baggot (1879-1948) was at one time Hollywood’s most popular star, known in his heyday as ‘King of the Movies’ ,’The...
- 11/13/2014
- by Tom Stockman
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Photo courtesy Debbie Reynolds Studios
Debbie Reynolds – actor, singer, dancer, author, champion for the preservation of the artifacts of film history and for the understanding and treatment of mental illness – has been named the 51st recipient of SAG-AFTRA’s highest honor: the SAG Life Achievement Award for career achievement and humanitarian accomplishment.
Given annually to an actor who fosters the “finest ideals of the acting profession,” the union’s highest accolade will be presented to the Oscar, Emmy and Tony-nominated Reynolds at the 21st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, which will be simulcast live on TNT and TBS on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015 at 8 p.m. (Et), 7 p.m. (Ct), 6 p.m. (Mt) and 5 p.m. (Pt).
SAG-AFTRA President Ken Howard praised Reynolds’ artistry over her very accomplished career, saying, “I’m thrilled that SAG-AFTRA is presenting our Life Achievement Award to Debbie Reynolds. She is a tremendously talented...
Debbie Reynolds – actor, singer, dancer, author, champion for the preservation of the artifacts of film history and for the understanding and treatment of mental illness – has been named the 51st recipient of SAG-AFTRA’s highest honor: the SAG Life Achievement Award for career achievement and humanitarian accomplishment.
Given annually to an actor who fosters the “finest ideals of the acting profession,” the union’s highest accolade will be presented to the Oscar, Emmy and Tony-nominated Reynolds at the 21st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, which will be simulcast live on TNT and TBS on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015 at 8 p.m. (Et), 7 p.m. (Ct), 6 p.m. (Mt) and 5 p.m. (Pt).
SAG-AFTRA President Ken Howard praised Reynolds’ artistry over her very accomplished career, saying, “I’m thrilled that SAG-AFTRA is presenting our Life Achievement Award to Debbie Reynolds. She is a tremendously talented...
- 8/18/2014
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
If this were an episode of Friends, its title would be "The One Where Robb Gets Some." While a few other things did happen -- Cersei threatens Tyrion (with the wrong whore, no less), Catelyn catches hell for letting Jaime Lannister go -- it wasn't exactly the most action-packed of episodes. Oh, and there was something about Jon being captured and threatened with having his balls cut off, but really, is anyone too worried that that is going to happen? I don't think so.
Robb and his lady of Volantis are cute, but that love scene felt like it was ten minutes long. At one point I was looking at the time, wondering when it was going to end. This is odd considering that I am female and according to Ginia Bellafante of the New York Times, all the sex scenes in this show are there specifically for my entertainment.
Robb and his lady of Volantis are cute, but that love scene felt like it was ten minutes long. At one point I was looking at the time, wondering when it was going to end. This is odd considering that I am female and according to Ginia Bellafante of the New York Times, all the sex scenes in this show are there specifically for my entertainment.
- 5/24/2012
- by Ilana Teitelbaum
- Aol TV.
If this were an episode of Friends, its title would be "The One Where Robb Gets Some." While a few other things did happen -- Cersei threatens Tyrion (with the wrong whore, no less), Catelyn catches hell for letting Jaime Lannister go -- it wasn't exactly the most action-packed of episodes. Oh, and there was something about Jon being captured and threatened with having his balls cut off, but really, is anyone too worried that that is going to happen? I don't think so.
Robb and his lady of Volantis are cute, but that love scene felt like it was ten minutes long. At one point I was looking at the time, wondering when it was going to end. This is odd considering that I am female and according to Ginia Bellafante of the New York Times, all the sex scenes in this show are there specifically for my entertainment.
Robb and his lady of Volantis are cute, but that love scene felt like it was ten minutes long. At one point I was looking at the time, wondering when it was going to end. This is odd considering that I am female and according to Ginia Bellafante of the New York Times, all the sex scenes in this show are there specifically for my entertainment.
- 5/24/2012
- by Ilana Teitelbaum
- Aol TV.
We are just two episodes away from “The Murder of One” episode on the CW’s hit paranormal series, the Vampire Diaries. It seems like plenty is in store for fans come March 29th, when it airs. Need proof? Well, check out this fine line up of pics from the set. We have baddies, blood, weapons in Elena’s hands, and more!
Damon is in chains at the hands of Claire Holt’s character, Rebekah. She is drawing blood from Ian Somerhalder’s much adored bad boy. It looks like her chance for revenge has finally come.
Cassidy Freeman as Sage seems to be in tears in one film still. Meanwhile, Paul Wesley’s Stefan and Nina Dobrev’s Elena appear to be arming themselves for a fight. Nice crossbow! They don’t look very confident, either. On the other hand, you’ll see a calm and collected Candice Accola...
Damon is in chains at the hands of Claire Holt’s character, Rebekah. She is drawing blood from Ian Somerhalder’s much adored bad boy. It looks like her chance for revenge has finally come.
Cassidy Freeman as Sage seems to be in tears in one film still. Meanwhile, Paul Wesley’s Stefan and Nina Dobrev’s Elena appear to be arming themselves for a fight. Nice crossbow! They don’t look very confident, either. On the other hand, you’ll see a calm and collected Candice Accola...
- 3/12/2012
- by Sasha Nova
- Boomtron
It looks like planning a wedding can be a royal pain for Blair Waldorf. Hand me downs? For a princess? Give a girl a break! Who better to call and vent to than her Bff, who's out on the country's opposite coast.
In this clip from tonight's season premiere (airing at 8 p.m. Est), Blair and Serena talk about their lives, which are at very different points, yet both transitional. It'll be interesting to see where their paths lead.
Watch the nearly 90-second scene from "Yes, Then Zero" here and comment below:
Gossip Girl - Yes Than Zero Clip (Wedding Planning)...
In this clip from tonight's season premiere (airing at 8 p.m. Est), Blair and Serena talk about their lives, which are at very different points, yet both transitional. It'll be interesting to see where their paths lead.
Watch the nearly 90-second scene from "Yes, Then Zero" here and comment below:
Gossip Girl - Yes Than Zero Clip (Wedding Planning)...
- 9/26/2011
- by steve@iscribelimited.com (Steve Marsi)
- TVfanatic
HollywoodNews.com: Ringer is the Face/Off of TV shows. It’s got a concept that should be ridiculous, yet it’s explored so interestingly you actually believe it. And when it commits at this level, you just want to see what they’ll do next.
Bridget (Sarah Michelle Gellar) is a recovering addict about to testify as a witness to a murder. She evades her security detail led by Victor Machado (Nestor Carbonell) to find her sister, Siobhan (Gellar). There are some good shots of two Gellars in one frame, along with reverse shots of a blonde double with her back to the camera. That won’t matter moving forward though because Siobhan kills herself and Bridget sees the opportunity to take over Siobhan’s life.
You could do a show just about a twin adapting to her double’s life. Bridget has a learning curve on being Siobhan.
Bridget (Sarah Michelle Gellar) is a recovering addict about to testify as a witness to a murder. She evades her security detail led by Victor Machado (Nestor Carbonell) to find her sister, Siobhan (Gellar). There are some good shots of two Gellars in one frame, along with reverse shots of a blonde double with her back to the camera. That won’t matter moving forward though because Siobhan kills herself and Bridget sees the opportunity to take over Siobhan’s life.
You could do a show just about a twin adapting to her double’s life. Bridget has a learning curve on being Siobhan.
- 9/6/2011
- by Fred Topel
- Hollywoodnews.com
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