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TINA TURNER (1939-Died May 24th 2023,at 83).American-born and naturalized Swiss singer, dancer, actress and author. Widely referred to as the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll", she rose to prominence as the lead singer of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue before launching a successful career as a solo performer.Turner began her career with Ike Turner's Kings of Rhythm in 1957. Under the name Little Ann, she appeared on her first record, "Boxtop", in 1958. In 1960, she debuted as Tina Turner with the hit duet single "A Fool in Love". The duo Ike & Tina Turner became "one of the most formidable live acts in history".They released hits such as "It's Gonna Work Out Fine", "River Deep – Mountain High", "Proud Mary", and "Nutbush City Limits" before disbanding in 1976.In the 1980s, Turner launched "one of the greatest comebacks in music history".Her 1984 multi-platinum album Private Dancer contained the hit song "What's Love Got to Do with It", which won the Grammy Award for Record of the Year and became her first and only number one song on the Billboard Hot 100. At age 44, she was the oldest female solo artist to top the Hot 100.Her chart success continued with "Better Be Good to Me", "Private Dancer", "We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)", "Typical Male", "The Best", "I Don't Wanna Fight", and "GoldenEye". During her Break Every Rule World Tour in 1988, she set a then-Guinness World Record for the largest paying audience (180,000) for a solo performer.Turner also acted in the films Tommy (1975), Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985), and Last Action Hero (1993). In 1993, What's Love Got to Do with It, a biographical film adapted from her autobiography I, Tina: My Life Story, was released. In 2009, Turner retired after completing her Tina!: 50th Anniversary Tour, which is the 15th highest-grossing tour of the 2000s. In 2018, she became the subject of the jukebox musical Tina.Having sold over 100 million records worldwide, Turner is one of the best-selling recording artists of all time. She has received 12 Grammy Awards, which include eight competitive awards, three Grammy Hall of Fame awards, and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. She is the first black artist and first woman to be on the cover of Rolling Stone. Rolling Stone ranked her among the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time and the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time.Turner has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the St. Louis Walk of Fame. She has twice been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, with Ike Turner in 1991 and as a solo artist in 2021.She is also a 2005 recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors and Women of the Year award.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tina_Turner
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Classic Florida Literature: On the Novelization of Porky’s II: The Next Day
by Sean Gill
There were three Porky’s films made between 1981 and 1985, and though each successive feature met with diminishing ticket sales, lagging public attention, and withering critical esteem, the first Porky’s (1981)—a slice of bawdy, teenage trash from Bob Clark (the director of 1983’s A Christmas Story)—was a genuine cultural phenomenon. It made more money at the box office than Blade Runner, The Dark Crystal, and the Best Picture–winning Chariots of Fire combined. For decades, it was the highest grossing Canadian film of all time. There was even an Atari video game adaptation, marketed alongside mainstream fare like E.T. and Star Wars. The film may have cribbed its wistful 1950s inspiration from American Graffiti (1973) and Grease (1978), but in the end, it has far more in common with its many imitators and descendants, such as American Pie (1999), Revenge of the Nerds (1984), or Private Resort (1985), most of which have aged about as well as the Salem witch trials. If you know about the Porky’s franchise at all, you likely remember it as a nostalgia-driven ’80s teen sex comedy whose cultural notoriety centers around a peephole in a girls’ locker room. Actually, the phenomenon is a lot stranger than that.
"As books in Florida become banned with increasing regularity, it seems clear that Porky's II is a book worth defending—a true classic of Florida literature—that could provide both excitement and instruction for the cretins and hucksters in charge of America’s most confusing state."
To truly appreciate Porky’s, it must be considered as literature. And so I find myself confronted with an objet d’pop culture whose audience and purpose are unclear to me. Is it possible there is a literary artifact less deserving of our attention than the novelization of Porky’s II: The Next Day?
Before I can even attempt to wrangle with the questions that this novel provokes, I must address a moment from the first Porky’s film which has haunted me over the years.
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The novelization of Porky’s II was written by Mack Bolan author Don Pendleton! ~ eP
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The Lion King (1994) - Renaissance
Inspired by Hamlet by William Shakespeare, and the stories of Joseph and Moses from the Bible. Some famous names involved were: Matthew Broderick (adult Simba), James Earl Jones (Mufasa), Jonathan Taylor Thomas (young Simba), Rowan Atkinson (Zazu), Elton John (composer), and Hans Zimmer (score.) Whoopi Goldberg, Cheech Marin, and Jim Cummings are the three main spotted hyenas, with Cummings also singing part of “Be Prepared.” Several crew members visited Hell’s Gate National Park in Kenya to study the environment for the film. Highest grossing traditionally animated film of all time. The first Disney film to be dubbed in Zulu.
The Black Cauldron (1985) - Dark Ages
Produced by Walt Disney Productions in association with Silver Screen Partners II. Loosely based on the first two books of the Welsh mythology series, The Chronicles of Prydain by Lloyd Alexander. It’s set in the Early Middle Ages, where the Horned King hopes to get a magic cauldron to help him conquer the world. The climax was severely edited due to being too disturbing for kids. It was the first Disney animated film to be rated PG, as well as feature CGI. Some artwork was submitted by Tim Burton, but not used, since they wanted to use a style similar to Sleeping Beauty.
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Arrivals & Departures 26 November 1939 – 24 May 2023 Tina {Anna Mae Bullock} Turner
Tina Turner (born Anna Mae Bullock) was an American-born and naturalized Swiss[a] singer, dancer, actress, and author. Widely referred to as the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll", she rose to prominence as the lead singer of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue before launching a successful career as a solo performer.
Turner began her career with Ike Turner's Kings of Rhythm in 1957. Under the name Little Ann, she appeared on her first record, "Boxtop", in 1958. In 1960, she debuted as Tina Turner with the hit duet single "A Fool in Love". The duo Ike & Tina Turner became "one of the most formidable live acts in history". They released hits such as "It's Gonna Work Out Fine", "River Deep – Mountain High", "Proud Mary", and "Nutbush City Limits", before disbanding in 1976.
In the 1980s, Turner launched "one of the greatest comebacks in music history". Her 1984 multi-platinum album Private Dancer contained the hit song "What's Love Got to Do with It", which won the Grammy Award for Record of the Year and became her first and only number one song on the Billboard Hot 100. Aged 44, she was the oldest female solo artist to top the Hot 100. Her chart success continued with "Better Be Good to Me", "Private Dancer", "We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)", "Typical Male", "The Best", "I Don't Wanna Fight", and "GoldenEye". During her Break Every Rule World Tour in 1988, she set a then-Guinness World Record for the largest paying audience (180,000) for a solo performer.
Turner also acted in the films Tommy (1975) and Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985). In 1993, What's Love Got to Do with It, a biographical film adapted from her autobiography I, Tina: My Life Story, was released. In 2009, Turner retired after completing her Tina!: 50th Anniversary Tour, which is the 15th highest-grossing tour of the 2000s. In 2018, she became the subject of the jukebox musical Tina.
Having sold over 100 million records worldwide, Turner is one of the best-selling recording artists of all time. She received 12 Grammy Awards, which include eight competitive awards, three Grammy Hall of Fame awards and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. She was the first black artist and first woman to be on the cover of Rolling Stone. Rolling Stone ranked her among the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time and the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time. Turner had a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the St. Louis Walk of Fame. She was twice inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, with Ike Turner in 1991 and as a solo artist in 2021. She was also a 2005 recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors and Women of the Year award. Turner died following a long illness on May 24, 2023, at the age of 83.
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"Love… Love means never having to say you're sorry"
Ryan O'Neal was a captivating actor and absurdly handsome movie star who became an instant star in the hit film "Love Story," the highest-grossing film 🎬 of 1970 died on Friday. He was 82. 💔
Ryan O’Neal had made the entirety of American womanhood fall devastatingly in love with him with his breakthrough performance in Arthur Hiller’s Love Story in 1970, the heart-wrenching date-movie weepie, in which he was the entitled Harvard rich kid falling for the smart, tough girl from the wrong side of the tracks: played by the formidable Ali MacGraw, who is to become terminally ill.
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Their romantic dynamic had something to do with her being stronger and more assertive than O’Neal’s character, who had been so browbeaten by his wealthy father – but he achieves a kind of nobility and hard-won maturity through her sacrifice for him.
"Love means never having to say you're sorry" is a catchphrase based on a line from the Erich Segal novel Love Story and was popularised by its 1970 film adaptation starring Ali MacGraw and Ryan O'Neal.
Love Story was nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture; Directing (Arthur Hiller); Actor (Ryan O'Neal); Actress (Ali MacGraw); Actor in a Supporting Role (John Marley); and Writing (Story and Screenplay—based on factual material or material not previously published or produced) (Erich Segal), and Best Original Music Score.
But he was later known as much for his personal life, and health problems as for his acting. Ryan was also known for his high-profile relationship with Charlie's Angels actress Farrah Fawcett which lasted decades; The couple never married.
Ryan O'Neal and Farrah Fawcett (photographed in 1989) were romantically involved for nearly 30 years, and they had a son, Redmond, born in 1985. RAY STUBBLEBINE, AP
O'Neal was a familiar face on both big and small screens for a half-century. But he was never as famous as he was in the immediate aftermath of "Love Story."
He also starred in comedies, including "Paper Moon" with his daughter, Tatum O'Neal. Ryan worked with some of the top female stars of his day such as Barbra Streisand on What's Up, Doc, and The Main Event, and Marisa Berenson on Barry Lyndon.
Barbra Streisand has paid an emotional tribute to her two-time co-star Ryan O'Neal following his death
He maintained a high profile throughout the 1970s, appearing in films like "Barry Lyndon” a 1975 historical drama film written, directed, and produced by Stanley Kubrick, based on the 1844 novel The Luck of Barry Lyndon a picaresque novel by English author William Makepeace Thackeray.
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Barry Lyndon received seven nominations at the 48th Academy Awards, including Best Picture, winning four for Best Scoring: Original Song Score and Adaptation or Scoring: Adaptation, Best Cinematography, Best Art Direction, and Best Costume Design.
His son Patrick O'Neal confirmed the death in a post on Instagram. It did not give the cause or say where he died.
He will be remembered. 1941-2023 💔
#RyanO’Neal #actor #LoveStory #BarryLyndon @patrick_oneal
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Top 3 favorite care bears related facts?
The Care Bears Movie was, at the time, the highest grossing non-Disney animated film beating The Black Cauldron released the same year (1985) TCBM was also Canada's highest grossing film of '85.
Flo & Eddie (The Turtles & 80's Strawberry Shortcake) did the music for many of the Care Bears albums in the 80's.
There was originally plans back in 2017 for a new live-action/CGI Theatrical Care Bears movie, instead we got Care Bears: Unlock The Magic.
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Happy Birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈 🎁 🎊 To 1 Of The Most Incredible & Greatest Actors Of Our Times & Has Been Hailed The Face Of Versatility In Acting & 1 Of The Greatest Actora Of His Generation.
Hailing all the way from New Cross, England 🇬🇧
He is an English actor and filmmaker. Known for his versatility and intense acting style, he has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and three British Academy Film Awards. His films have grossed over $11 billion worldwide, making him one of the highest-grossing actors of all time.
Born On March 21st, 1958 In New Cross, London.
the son of Leonard Bertram (1921–1985), a former sailor who also worked as a welder, and Kathleen (née Cheriton; 1919–2018). He said his father was an alcoholic who left the family when He was seven years old. His older sister, Maureen, is an actress better known as Laila Morse; she performed in His directorial debut Nil by Mouth (1997), before taking on her most famous role of Mo Harris in the BBC soap opera EastEnders.
He attended West Greenwich School in Deptford, leaving at the age of 16 to work in a sports shop. He played piano as a child, but he gave up his musical aspirations to pursue an acting career after seeing Malcolm McDowell's performance in the film The Raging Moon (1971). In a 1995 interview with Charlie Rose, he said, "Something about Malcolm just arrested me, and I connected, and I said, 'I wanna do that.'"
He began acting in theatre in 1979 and made his film debut in Remembrance (1982). He continued to follow a stage career in London's Royal Court and was a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company, with credits including Cabaret, Romeo and Juliet, Entertaining Mr Sloane, Saved, The Country Wife and Hamlet. He rose to prominence in British film with his portrayals of Sid Vicious in Sid and Nancy (1986), Joe Orton in Prick Up Your Ears (1987) and Rosencrantz in Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead (1990), while also attracting attention as the leader of a gang of football hooligans in the television film The Firm (1989). Regarded as a member of the "Brit Pack", he achieved greater recognition as a New York gangster in State of Grace (1990), Lee Harvey Oswald in JFK (1991) and
He would have gained the greatest recognition of all when he starred in the Most Important Role of a Lifetime
As The Infamous Vampire 🧛♂️ In All Of History & Based On The Actual Person In Life but Fictionalised In Novels
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Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992).
He portrayed the villains in films such as True Romance (1993), The Fifth Element (1997), Air Force One (1997) and The Contender (2000); corrupt DEA agent Norman Stansfield, whom he played in Léon: The Professional (1994), was called one of cinema's best villains. He also played Ludwig van Beethoven in Immortal Beloved (1994) and later appeared in franchise roles such as Sirius Black in the Harry Potter series,
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Lieutenant / Commissioner James Gordon in The Dark Knight Trilogy (2005–2012)
Critics never fail to single Him out... he is one of a few truly great living actors—arguably, even, the best." Of his diversity, Yahoo! Movies noted that he had "gained a well-earned reputation as a brilliant chameleon"; the Houston Chronicle dubbed He Is "the face of versatility".He was regarded as one of the greatest actors never nominated for the award.
Please Wish This Distinguished & Devoted Actor Of English 🇬🇧 Filmmaking a Very Happy Birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈 🎁 🎊
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HAPPY 65TH BIRTHDAY 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈 🎁 🎊 TO YOU MR. OLDMAN & HERE'S TO MANY MORE YEARS TO COME.
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Which singer and musician was portrayed by Rami Malek in the 2018 film 'Bohemian Rhapsody'?
'Bohemian Rhapsody' is a biographical film that tells the story of the life of Freddie Mercury, the lead singer of the British rock band Queen. The film stars Rami Malek as Mercury, who won an Academy Award for Best Actor. The storyline spans the years between 1970, when Queen first formed, up until their performance at Live Aid in 1985.
Farrokh Bulsara (1946-1991), better known as Freddie Mercury, was known for his flamboyant stage persona and four-octave vocal range. He wrote numerous songs for Queen, including 'Bohemian Rhapsody', from which the film takes its title. Mercury formed Queen with the guitarist Brian May and the drummer Roger Taylor. Bass guitarist John Deacon joined the band in 1971.
Mercury died in 1991 at age 45 due to complications from AIDS, having publically confirmed only the day before his death that he had the disease. The following year, Mercury was posthumously awarded the Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music.
Rami Malek (born 1981) is an American actor known for his role as Elliot Alderson in the television series 'Mr. Robot'. The producers of 'Bohemian Rhapsody' chose Malek for the role of Mercury after seeing his performance in 'Mr. Robot'. Ben Hardy was chosen to play Taylor, Gwilym Lee for May, and Joseph Mazzello for Deacon.
In 2018, 'Bohemian Rhapsody' became the highest-grossing biographical film of all time. Malek stated it was the most important film of his career so far.
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Tina Turner (born Anna Mae Bullock; November 26, 1939) is an American-born Swiss singer and actress. Widely referred to as the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll", she rose to prominence as the lead singer of the Ike and Tina Turner before launching a successful career as a solo performer.
In the 1980s, Turner launched "one of the greatest comebacks in music history". Her 1984 multi-platinum album Private Dancer contained the hit song "What's Love Got to Do with It", which won the Grammy Award for Record of the Year and became her first and only No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100. At age 44, she was the oldest female solo artist to top the Hot 100. Her chart success continued with "Better Be Good to Me", "Private Dancer", "We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)", "Typical Male", "The Best", "I Don't Wanna Fight", and "GoldenEye". During her Break Every Rule World Tour in 1988, she set a then-Guinness World Record for the largest paying audience (180,000) for a solo performer. Turner also acted in the films Tommy (1975), Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985), and Last Action Hero (1993). In 1993, What's Love Got to Do with It, a biopic adapted from her autobiography I, Tina: My Life Story, was released. In 2009, Turner retired after completing her Tina!: 50th Anniversary Tour, which is the 15th highest-grossing tour of the 2000s. In 2018, she became the subject of the jukebox musical Tina.
Having sold over 100 million records worldwide, Turner is one of the best-selling recording artists of all time. She has received 12 Grammy Awards, which include eight competitive awards, three Grammy Hall of Fame awards, and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. She is the first black artist and first female to be on the cover of Rolling Stone. Rolling Stone ranked her among the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time and the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time. Turner has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the St. Louis Walk of Fame. She is a two-time inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, with Ike Turner in 1991 and as a solo artist in 2021. She is also a 2005 recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors and Women of the Year award.
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Michael Damian “Wild Irish Heart”
Michael began his music career as a member of his family band, The Weirz, who released two self-titled albums, one in 1975 and one in 1979. After a 1981 appearance on American Bandstand in support of his debut single, a cover of the Eric Carmen tune “She Did It”, Damian was offered the part of struggling singer, Danny Romalotti, on the daytime television series The Young and the Restless.12
Michael appeared in three episodes of the popular television series The Facts of Life (in 1985 – Season 6 episodes 19-20 as well as 1986 in the nineteenth episode of Season 7) playing Flyman, the love interest of Jo Polniaczek (Nancy McKeon).
Damian performed the theme song to Saved by the Bell.3
After twelve years with The Young and the Restless, Damian landed the starring role in the Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. With Damian cast as Joseph, the production set a single day box-office record as well as a historical record for the highest weekly gross for a Broadway revival at the Minskoff Theatre.45 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat had 231 performances at the Minskoff Theatre from November 10, 1993, to May 29, 1994. The cast album earned a Grammy Award nomination in the Best Musical Show Album category.67
Damian has released five albums with three top 40 hits, including his number-one cover of the David Essex song “Rock On” (from the Dream a Little Dream soundtrack), which was certified gold in 1989. He also won a BMI Song-writing Award for his hit single “Was It Nothing at All.” He made his feature film directorial debut with an indie comedy, Hot Tamale, which he co-wrote with his wife Janeen, who is the daughter of actor James Best. Following in the family film genre, he directed the films Moondance Alexander, Flicka 2, Marley & Me: The Puppy Years, Flicka: Country Pride, and A Princess for Christmas.8 In 2012, he directed and co-wrote, again with his wife, the 90-minute romantic comedy The Sweeter Side of Life, co-starring his father-in-law veteran actor James Best in his last film role. The film premiered on the Hallmark Channel on January 19, 2013.
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Career By the Numbers, Featuring Amir Malin’s Ventures in Film and Media
A career in numbers showcases its unique specificity in the details of the journey, and its big-picture reach and impact. This is especially true for a career of varied and in-depth investment ventures and strategic initiatives in the media industry.
700% return in six years, mergers worth millions of dollars, and countless film assets distributed across the globe: looking at businessman and entrepreneur Amir Malin’s career in numbers we see a picture of one of the film business’s strategic leaders developing acuity and vision in all aspects of the film business over his decades of work.
Cinecom Films
Cinecom Film, an independent film company that became one of the most important studios of the 1980s, was founded by Amir Malin, Ira Deutchman, and John Ives in New York City in 1982.
Cinecom released over forty titles between 1982 and 1991, including its highest-grossing film A Room with A View (1985), an adaptation of E. M. Forester’s novel that was named Best Picture of the Year by the National Board of Review, and grossed over $25 million at the domestic box office.
Cinecom also released Stop Making Sense (1984), a cult classic concert film featuring the band The Talking Heads, and Matewan (1987), an award-winning drama which was re-released by Criterion in 2019. Cinecom was a major part of the rise of independent film in the 1980s.
In 1989, Cinecom was sold to SBK Entertainment World, an entertainment company, and Malin continued to serve as a consultant.
October Films
Major independent film production and distribution company October Films was founded in 1991 by Bingham Ray and Jeff Lipsky. Already seasoned in acquisitions and distributions, Amir Malin joined as the President in 1992 as part of an investment by Allen & Company and led product acquisition and strategy.
This included Lars Von Trier’s widely-acclaimed psychological drama Breaking the Waves (1996) and Palm D’Or winner Secrets & Lies (1996) among many others. October Films held a major significance to the landscape of American independent cinema during the 1990s.
Under Malin’s leadership, Universal acquired a major stake in October Films in 1997 in an effort to widen its distribution reach. The studio has since been incorporated into Focus Features, which distributes bold independent and foreign films. The Universal sale returned an average yearly ROI of over 20% to the original investment backers Allen & Company Investors. With the Universal transaction behind him Malin was recruited by Bain Capital to assist in its acquisition of Artisan Entertainment (at that time known as LIVE Entertainment).
Artisan Entertainment
Artisan Entertainment was founded in 1983 as USA Home Video Company and at its height was one of the largest mini-major film studios in America. After producing and distributing home videos, the company went through a series of acquisitions and branched out into TV distribution and other retail ventures under the consolidated company LIVE Entertainment.
In the 1990s, LIVE was producing films and financed Quentin Tarantino’s feature debut Reservoir Dogs (1992). Even after further acquisitions and productions throughout the decade, LIVE was straining to return on investments and was acquired and taken private in 1997 by investment company Bain Capital.
LIVE, rebranded as Artisan Entertainment, took a new direction with experienced media investor and business strategist Amir Malin as CEO of the company. Spearheading the home video distributor’s comprehensive financial reboot, Malin expanded their library of 2,500 titles to over 7,000 and focused on high-quality films. These included the high-grossing action film Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) and cultural classic It’s A Wonderful Life (1946).
Artisan quickly transformed into a high-velocity production studio that had expanded into multiple new markets in entertainment media. With both high-quality productions and new acquisitions like The Blair Witch Project (1999), Artisan’s financial performance improved and took off.
Artisan was the largest privately held independent film company in the world. If you include publicly held independent film companies then it was number 2, but only as Studio Canal (which is public) is the largest independent film company in the world. Its revenue had ballooned from $120 million at the time of Bain’s acquisition to over $400 million with $44.5 million in net earnings that year.
Qualia Capital
Amir Malin currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Qualia Capital, an asset manager firm that focuses on the media and entertainment industries, where he has been since 2005. Malin’s history and experience growing Cinecom, October, and Artisan inform his investment strategy expertise in content and business management, with large intellectual property asset portfolios.
Qualia’s principals, led by Malin, bring a wealth of experience and industry knowledge of successful business operations to active investment. Their experience with acquisition and distribution of intellectual property assets allows wide investor returns – and displays a deep profusion of insider knowledge on content assessment and entertainment marketing. Qualia has been leading entertainment and media asset investment for over fifteen years.
In looking at this career in numbers, we can see that in over 35 years in film and media, Malin’s efforts are represented by three incredibly successful company sales and millions of dollars in investment returns that have made an indelible mark and made him a leading figure in business.
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The Ultimate List of Hollywood Blockbusters Worth Watching Again and Again
Hollywood has produced countless blockbusters over the years, films that captivate audiences with their thrilling stories, stunning visuals, and unforgettable characters. Whether you're a fan of action, adventure, sci-fi, or drama, there are certain movies that deserve multiple viewings. In this article, we present the ultimate list of best Hollywood movies that are worth watching again and again. From timeless classics to modern marvels, these films continue to entertain and inspire audiences worldwide.
The Godfather (1972) Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, "The Godfather" is a cinematic masterpiece that follows the Corleone family's rise and fall in the world of organized crime. With its brilliant performances, intricate plot, and iconic lines, this epic saga has become a cultural phenomenon and a must-watch for any movie lover.
Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977) George Lucas's space opera revolutionized the film industry and captured the hearts of millions with its epic tale of good versus evil. "A New Hope" introduced audiences to the Force, Jedi knights, and memorable characters like Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Darth Vader. This film kick-started one of the most beloved franchises in cinematic history.
Jurassic Park (1993) Steven Spielberg's dinosaur extravaganza brought prehistoric creatures to life like never before. Based on Michael Crichton's novel, "Jurassic Park" combines groundbreaking visual effects, thrilling action, and a cautionary tale about the dangers of playing god. This film continues to awe audiences with its thrilling adventure and realistic dinosaurs.
The Dark Knight (2008) Christopher Nolan's dark and gritty take on the Batman franchise elevated the superhero genre to new heights. With Heath Ledger's mesmerizing portrayal of the Joker, "The Dark Knight" explores the thin line between heroism and villainy. The film's gripping storyline, complex characters, and intense action sequences make it a timeless classic.
Titanic (1997) James Cameron's epic romance set against the backdrop of the ill-fated RMS Titanic became the highest-grossing film of all time upon its release. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, "Titanic" weaves a captivating love story amidst the tragic sinking of the luxurious ocean liner. The film's breathtaking visuals and emotional performances continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
The Shawshank Redemption (1994) Based on Stephen King's novella, this powerful drama directed by Frank Darabont tells the story of a banker who is wrongfully convicted of murder and his journey through the harsh realities of prison life. "The Shawshank Redemption" is a tale of hope, friendship, and the indomitable human spirit that has earned its place as one of the greatest films of all time.
The Avengers (2012) Marvel Studios' superhero team-up extravaganza brought together Earth's mightiest heroes in an epic battle against Loki and his alien army. Directed by Joss Whedon, "The Avengers" is a thrilling and action-packed spectacle that balances humor, heart, and explosive set pieces. This film set the stage for the Marvel Cinematic Universe's massive success.
Back to the Future (1985) Robert Zemeckis's time-travel adventure-comedy starring Michael J. Fox as Marty McFly became an instant classic. With its iconic DeLorean time machine, memorable characters, and a captivating storyline, "Back to the Future" continues to entertain audiences of all ages. The film's humor, heart, and memorable soundtrack make it a joy to watch again and again.
Inception (2010) Directed by Christopher Nolan, "Inception" takes audiences on a mind-bending journey into the realm of dreams. With its intricate plot, stunning visual effects, and thought-provoking themes, the film explores the power of the human mind and the nature of reality. "Inception" challenges viewers to question their perceptions and leaves them captivated long after the credits roll.
Jaws (1975) Steven Spielberg's iconic thriller about a man-eating great white shark terrorizing a small beach town set the standard for summer blockbusters. "Jaws" combines suspense, thrilling action, and unforgettable performances, particularly by Roy Scheider as Police Chief Brody. The film's masterful storytelling and nail-biting suspense continue to make it a timeless favorite.
The Matrix (1999) The Wachowski siblings' groundbreaking sci-fi action film introduced audiences to the concept of a simulated reality and revolutionized visual effects in cinema. "The Matrix" follows Neo (Keanu Reeves) as he discovers the truth about his existence and becomes humanity's only hope against sentient machines. The film's stylish action sequences and philosophical undertones have made it a pop culture phenomenon.
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) Directed by Steven Spielberg, "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" tells the heartwarming story of a young boy named Elliot who befriends a stranded alien. This family-friendly adventure explores themes of friendship, acceptance, and the magic of childhood. With its memorable characters and emotional storytelling, "E.T." has become a beloved classic that continues to enchant audiences.
The Lion King (1994) Disney's animated musical masterpiece, "The Lion King," transports viewers to the African savannah and tells the story of Simba, a young lion prince destined to reclaim his kingdom from his villainous uncle, Scar. With its stunning animation, memorable songs, and timeless themes of love, loss, and identity, this film has captured the hearts of generations.
Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) Steven Spielberg and George Lucas joined forces to create the unforgettable adventurer Indiana Jones. In "Raiders of the Lost Ark," Indy embarks on a quest to find the Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis do. This thrilling action-adventure film combines humor, excitement, and Harrison Ford's charismatic performance, making it an enduring favorite.
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) Peter Jackson's epic fantasy adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved novels takes viewers on a grand adventure through Middle-earth. "The Fellowship of the Ring" introduces us to Frodo Baggins and his journey to destroy the One Ring. With its breathtaking visuals, rich storytelling, and a stellar ensemble cast, this film sets the stage for an unforgettable trilogy.
Conclusion:
From crime sagas to sci-fi epics, these best Hollywood movies have left an indelible mark on the world of cinema. Their captivating stories, memorable characters, and groundbreaking visuals make them worth revisiting time and time again. Whether you're a fan of classic films like "The Godfather" or modern spectacles like "Inception," this ultimate list offers a diverse range of movies that continue to entertain, inspire, and transport audiences to new worlds with each viewing. So grab your popcorn and get ready to experience the magic of these timeless blockbusters once again.
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LOVE AT FIRST BITE (1979) – Episode 184 – Decades Of Horror 1970s
“What was that maniac drinking? Tastes like the Volga river at low tide!” Muddy water turned to wine? Join your faithful Grue Crew – Doc Rotten, Chad Hunt, Bill Mulligan, and Jeff Mohr – as they check out the Tanned One as the undead Count in Love at First Bite (1979).
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When the Communist regime ejects the Count from his ancestral home, he and Renfield go in search of the current incarnation of Dracula’s true love, a fashion model living in New York City. The Count finds it difficult to adjust to life in the Big Apple in the late 1970s, but true love triumphs in the end.
Director: Stan Dragoti
Writers: Robert Kaufman (screenplay); Mark Gindes (story); Bram Stoker (character Dracula)
Selected cast:
George Hamilton as Count Vladimir Dracula
Susan Saint James as Cindy Sondheim
Richard Benjamin as Dr. Jeffrey Rosenberg/Van Helsing
Dick Shawn as Lieutenant Ferguson NYPD
Arte Johnson as Renfield
Ronnie Schell as Guy in Elevator
Isabel Sanford as Judge R. Thomas
Sherman Hemsley as Reverend Mike
Barry Gordon as Flashlight Vendor
Bob Basso as T.V. Repairman
Bryan O’Byrne as Priest
Ralph Manza as Limo Driver
Michael Pataki as Mobster
Susan Tolsky as Model Agent
Join Doc, Jeff, Bill, and Chad as they go disco dancing with George Hamilton’s Count Dracula as they review Love at First Bite (1979). For a time, this comedic take on Bram Stoker’s Dracula was the highest-grossing independent film of all time. But, it is actually… funny and the Grue-Crew are here to share their thoughts. If nothing else, it has a great cast. Alongside Hamilton are Susan Saint James, Richard Benjamin, Arte Johnson (doing his best Dwight Frye!), and Dick Shawn. Enjoy!
At the time of this writing, Love at First Bite is available to stream from YouTube and on a Scream Factory Blu-ray disc as a double feature with Once Bitten (1985).
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1970s is part of the Decades of Horror two-week rotation with The Classic Era and the 1980s. In two weeks, the next episode, chosen by Jeff, will be Death Race 2000 (1975) starring David Carradine, Simone Griffeth, Sylvester Stallone, Mary Woronov, and Martin Kove. Roger Corman is the producer so you know stuff is gonna ‘splode.
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Happy Birthday to #DemiMoore. After making her film debut in 1981, Moore appeared on the soap opera #GeneralHospital (1982–1984) and subsequently gained recognition as a member of the Brat Pack with roles in #BlameItOnRio (1984), #StElmosFire (1985), and #AboutLastNight... (1986). She had her breakthrough for her starring role in #Ghost (1990), the highest-grossing film of that year. Her performance was praised and earned her a #GoldenGlobe nomination. She had further box-office success in the early 1990s, with the films #AFewGoodMen (1992), #IndecentProposal (1993), and #Disclosure (1994). In 1996, Moore became the highest-paid actress in film history when she received an unprecedented $12.5 million to star in #Striptease. She had starring roles in the films #TheScarletLetter (1995), #TheJuror (1996) and #GIJane (1997), all of which were commercially unsuccessful and contributed to a downturn in her career. Her career has since had a resurgence with supporting roles in such films as #TheHunchbackOfNotreDame (1996), #TheHunchbackOfNotreDameII (2002), #CharliesAngelsFullThrottle (2003), #Bobby (2006), #MrBrooks (2007), #MarginCall (2011), and #RoughNight (2017). The #actress turned 60 today.
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Michael J. Fox Reveals Attention-grabbing Thought For Again To The Future Reboot
Whereas possibilities of Michael J. Fox returning as Marty McFly in a fourth “Again to the Future” installment aren’t seemingly, the previous actor has an amazing thought for a reboot.
“I truly had this thought that in the event that they did the film once more, they need to do it with a woman as Marty,” Fox advised Leisure Tonight Tuesday, including in regards to the franchise that “there’s one thing about it that connects with individuals on each stage. I simply really feel like it’s going to come round once more.”
It wouldn’t be the primary time a lady took the reins of a beloved Eighties franchise, as 2016’s “Ghostbusters” reboot starred Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon and Leslie Jones within the leads. In 2018, Sandra Bullock led the all-female “Ocean’s 8” sequel.
Bob Gale, who co-wrote “Again to the Future” with director Robert Zemeckis, stated a sequel with out Fox could be like a steak dinner with out the meat, per The Telegraph. Zemeckis, in the meantime, voiced related ideas a couple of potential remake in 2015.
“Again to the Future” was the highest-grossing movie of 1985 and spawned two sequels.
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“Ugh, God no,” Zemeckis advised The Telegraph. “That may’t occur till each Bob and I are lifeless. After which I’m certain they’ll do it except there’s a means our estates can cease it. I imply, to me, that’s outrageous. Particularly because it’s an excellent film.”
Zemeckis likened the concept to remaking “Citizen Kane” and described it as “madness.” He advised The Telegraph that his and Gale’s contracts with Common Footage and Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Leisure ensured no “Future” movies could possibly be made in the event that they had been alive.
“Again to the Future” was a box-office smash in 1985 and the highest-grossing movie of the 12 months, in keeping with Display screen Rant. Every sequel introduced Fox again as McFly however obtained much less crucial acclaim than the movie earlier than. In 1991, Fox was identified with Parkinson’s illness at 29 years outdated. He ultimately retired from performing.
In 2020, Tom Holland advised BBC Radio 1 that he had been approached to star in a remake however cherished the unique movie a lot he didn’t pursue the challenge. Finally, a feminine time-traveling lead remains to be attainable — however solely in a future with out Zemeckis and Gale.
“What’s most wonderful about ‘Again to the Future’ is that… it has this life,” Fox advised ET. “Individuals don’t similar to it and bear in mind it, they have fun it and embrace it and get my face tattooed on their leg, and I imply, it’s loopy however in a great way.”
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