#Denis Gifford

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A Pictoral History of Horror Movies by Denis Gifford, 1973

#vintage #A Pictoral History of Horror Movies #1973 #1970s #Denis Gifford #king kong #godzilla #the mummy #gill-man #the creature from the black lagoon #creature from the black lagoon #dracula #frankenstein #frankenstein' s monster #horror #halloween

[ozu-teapot]

A few of the films I've watched and posted over this Halloween season have been brought to you courtesy of page 206 of Denis Gifford's A Pictorial History Of Horror Movies, my fave.

#The Black Cat 1966 #Seddok l'erede di Satana #Atom Age Vampire #Les yeux sans visage #Eyes Without a Face #Denis Gifford #A Pictorial History Of Horror Movies #The Black Cat

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Charley's War, Doctor Who, and rare Ron Embleton art offered in latest Compalcomics auction

An incredible array of British comic art, including Ron Embleton's first commercial work, is set to go under the hammer this month

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#2000AD #Adventure Comics #Auction News #Battle Picture Weekly #Charley&039;s War #Compalcomics #Daleks #Dave Gibbons #Denis Gifford #Doctor Who #downthetubes News #Eagle #Eric Parker #Frank Bellamy #Garth #Joe Colquhoun #John Canning #John Ryan #Jordi Penalva #Judge Dredd #Lettice Leaf #Look and Learn #Michael A. Cox Comic-Book Archive #Mick McMahon #Ray Regan #Ron Embleton #TV Comic #William Stobbs

[ronmerchant]

A Pictorial History of Horror Movies by Denis Gifford and me on my 11th birthday in 1973 holding same book! I still own a first edition to this day.

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Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) on Thursday reintroduced universal gun background checks legislation that is overwhelmingly popular with the American public — but not with a majority of U.S. Senators.

Federal law requires criminal background checks for firearm sales only at licensed dealers. Private sales between individuals, including at gun shows or online, aren’t subject to background checks.

Polls over the years have consistently shown that around 90% of Americans support requiring a criminal background check for all firearm sales. But it’s extremely likely that no Republican Senators will support Murphy’s bill.

“This is one of those wild issues in which 90% of the American public have made up their mind and we still can’t move the proposal through the Senate,” Murphy told HuffPost. “This is the holy grail of gun policy: It’s wildly popular, and it makes a big difference.”

Federal law prohibits certain people from buying guns, including those who have been convicted of violent crimes or who are subject to restraining orders. But without a background check, there’s nothing to stop them from buying a gun. According to one estimate from 2017, nearly a quarter of new gun owners bought their weapons without a background check.

Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), a member of the Senate Republican leadership team, told HuffPost that he would “obviously” oppose a universal background checks bill and so would any Senators who favor protecting Second Amendment rights. Not all Democrats will support Murphy’s bill, either; Sens. Joe Manchin (W.Va.), Kyrsten Sinema (Ariz.) and Jon Tester (Mont.) refused to co-sponsor last year’s version, and Manchin told HuffPost this week that his position hasn’t changed.

With Republicans in control of the House for at least the next two years, universal background checks will remain a non-starter.

But Congress has not been totally paralyzed on gun violence, which in recent years eclipsed car wrecks as the leading cause of death of children in the U.S. Last year, Murphy partnered with Republicans on a law that, among other things, expanded background checks for gun buyers between 18 and 21 years old. The FBI told HuffPost this week that the expanded checks had denied dozens of gun sales so far.

The 2022 law also modified the legal definition of who counts as “engaged in the business” of selling guns and therefore must register with the federal government as a firearms dealer. The new text stresses that someone’s a dealer if “the intent underlying the sale or disposition of firearms is predominantly one of obtaining pecuniary gain,” meaning profit.

Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas), one of Murphy’s main Republican partners on last year’s bill, said that language change “basically did” what Murphy’s now trying to do with his universal background checks bill.

“If they’re in the business of selling firearms, they’re gonna be charged with a crime,” if they don’t do background checks, Cornyn said.

Federal law already required anyone in the business of selling guns for profit to apply for a license. It’s not clear what practical effect the new wording will have. The Congressional Research Service said the change “could make some, but not all, intrastate, private firearm transfers” subject to background checks.

The gun control group Giffords, which celebrated the new law, called the revision to the gun dealer language just a minor change: “The loophole that allows unlicensed sellers to sell guns without conducting background checks would remain open,” Giffords said on its website.

#us politics #news #huffington post #2023 #us senate #118th congress #sen. chris murphy #universal background checks #gun violence #gun rights #gun control #2nd amendment #Sen. John Barrasso #sen. joe manchin #sen. kyrsten sinema #sen. jon tester #sen. john cornyn #Congressional Research Service #Giffords

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open: f/nb based: your muse just found rory's laptop and therefor found out about his obsession with them. who: rory gifford, he/him, 21, hacker

“i’m so sorry…” what else could he do but apologize to the subject of his obsessions once she stumbled upon the evidence of his fascination? there was no denying the dozens of tabs open on his laptop all linking back to her social media, screenshots of her dms and pictures from her webcam that there's no way he could've had— rory just had to find a way to own up to it without scaring her off.. "it's not what you think, please just let me explain."

#indie rp #indie horror rp #indie smut rp #{ open starter } #{ rory gifford — starter }

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I’m a bit late posting about this.

We have never known who Marilyn’s father was. Marilyn did not know either, but she strongly felt it was Charles Stanley Gifford, a man who worked at the same company as Marilyn’s mother, Gladys Baker.

Marilyn had attempted to contact Gifford several times and was denied every time. Gifford himself denied being Marilyn’s father till the day he died.

However, it has been confirmed recently through DNA tests that Gifford is indeed Marilyn’s father. The tests were done using a hair of Marilyn’s (kept by the person who embalmed her body) and saliva belonging to Gifford’s granddaughter, Francine Gifford Deir. It was a match.

Francine said: “Her life could have been richer if he'd acknowledged her. Maybe her fate would have been different if she'd belonged to a family like ours. Maybe she would have been stronger. We'll never know.”

#marilyn monroe #Charles Stanley Gifford #old hollywood #classic hollywood

[ronnymerchant]

A Pictorial History of Horror Movies by Denis Gifford and me on my 11th birthday in 1973 holding same book! I still own a first edition to this day :)

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My design (photomontage) for the section on books about horror films from 70s Monster Memories, a book published by We Belong Dead magazine (Eric McNaughton, ed. and publ.). This was completed sometime in 2015. This was a tribute to artist Thomas Cantrell, who created the cover for A Pictorial History of Horror Movies by Denis Gifford.

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Greta Thunberg has canceled her appearance at Edinburgh book festival and accused sponsors Baillie Gifford of "heavily" investing in fossil fuels, which it has denied. Festival organisers say they respect her decision, but are standing by the sponsor : Sky News #gretathunberg

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The Living Skeleton (1968) – The EOFFTV Review

Original title: Kyûketsu dokuro-sen It’s been mentioned on more than one occasion (here and here for example) that stills printed in Denis Gifford’s A Pictorial History of Horror Movies played a big part in the development of many a British fan’s love of the genre in 1970s. Another such was to be found very early in the book, on page 20, amid a little batch of images from ghost films. It was a…

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Country music star Jimmie Allen bravely opens up about the emotional turmoil he faced following sexual abuse allegations in 2023. In a candid interview with Kathie Lee Gifford, Allen reveals his struggle with suicidal thoughts and the importance of support systems during challenging times. From Accusation to Devastation: The Allegations Against Allen In May 2023, Allen's career and personal life were rocked by sexual abuse allegations from his former manager, Jane Doe. Doe accused Allen of rape and sexual assault on multiple occasions. Allen vehemently denied the claims, stating they had a consensual relationship. Jimmie Allen's Darkest Hour The allegations resulted in significant professional repercussions. Allen was suspended by his record label, booking agency, and management team, jeopardizing his financial security and artistic future. Family First: The Fear of Not Providing As a father of six, Allen's primary concern was his ability to provide for his family. With his career seemingly on hold, the emotional and financial strain led him to a dark place. "I was sitting there, and I felt like the whole world had just collapsed," Allen told Gifford. "Because the first thing my brain goes to is not the career, it's 'How am I going to provide for my kids?'" This crippling anxiety, coupled with the pervasive "guilty until proven innocent" mentality he perceived, pushed Allen to consider a tragic solution. A Grim Consideration: Suicide as a Misguided Answer The despair overwhelmed Allen to the point where he viewed suicide as a means to financially secure his family through his life insurance policy. This desperate thought process highlights the devastating impact of sexual abuse allegations, even when false. Thankfully, a timely intervention from a friend saved Allen from making a permanent decision. A simple yet powerful text message reading "Ending it isn't the answer" served as a lifeline during his darkest hour. The Road to Recovery: Support, Therapy, and Self-Reflection Following the intervention, Allen sought professional help through therapy and a mental health retreat. While the initial suicidal thoughts subsided, the journey to recovery was far from over. Another friend provided crucial financial support, easing Allen's immediate financial worries and allowing him to focus on his mental health. This generosity exemplifies the power of a strong support system during times of crisis. Through therapy and self-reflection, Allen started to shift his perspective. His initial anger towards Doe transformed into a desire to understand her motivations. He questioned how he might have unintentionally neglected her emotional needs, prompting the accusations. This shift in perspective reflects Allen's commitment to personal growth and his willingness to learn from difficult experiences. Lessons Learned and a Brighter Future Allen's story serves as a stark reminder of the mental health struggles associated with false sexual abuse allegations. It underscores the importance of seeking help and surrounding oneself with a supportive network during challenging times. While the legal case against him has been dropped, Allen acknowledges the ongoing process of rebuilding his career and public image. However, his focus on personal growth, mental health, and his family offers a hopeful outlook for the future.

#FalseAccusations #JimmieAllen #JimmieAllensDarkestHour #Mentalhealth #recovery #sexualabuseallegations #SuicidePrevention #supportsystems

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Fiend Without a Face | Arthur Crabtree | 1958

Kim Parker. This is another of the iconic-to-me images from Denis Gifford’s A Pictorial History Of Horror Movies (page 171 this time) which stuck in my imagination for decades before I ever got to see the movie.

The image description "Kim Parker has her brain sucked out of the back of her head by materialized thought" isn't exactly accurate, but there's a certain tautness to the skin around her ear which suggested to my younger self that this was indeed the case.

#Kim Parker #Denis Gifford #A Pictorial History Of Horror Movies #Arthur Crabtree #Fiend Without a Face #1958

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Comic Creator Spotlight: David Williams, aka "Bill", creator of "Dr. Panzwarmer" and other Gerald G. Swan characters

Can you help shed light on the work of post-War comic artist and early 20th century political cartoonist David Williams?

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#Alan Clark #Comicolour #Cute Fun #David R Williams #David Williams #Denis Gifford #downthetubes News #Dr Panzwarmer #Funny Folk #Gerald G Swan #Humour Comics #Misyer Deeds is in Town #Nigel Fletcher #Scraps

[ronmerchant]

Me holding Denis Gifford’s Pictorial History of Horror Movies book on my 11th birhday in 1973.

It was my Bible. I still have a 1st edition. Every good Monster Kid does.

Its in Lawton, Michigan.

[ronnymerchant]

Hello!! Where do you find so many old horror movies? And Also do you recommend any books about it?

I've been watching horror movies all my life. I'm 60 now.

Books- Denis Gifford's History of Horror Movies is good, as is Heros of the Horrors by Calvin Beck, Carlo's Claren's History of the Horror Film.Their are LOTS out there! The Internet Archive is a good place for Horror film history books, as well as lots of magazine back issues of Castle of Frankenstein (the best), Famous Monsters, and countless others. I have rows and rows of horror film books and stacks of old magazines.