How many times can or should a story be filmed or refilmed for theatrical release on Broadcast T.V. or in Theatres? Little Women based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott has eight versions created for Television or Theatrical film Release. The versions: 1918,1933,1949, 1978, 1994, 2017, 2018 and 2019. I read the novel in Read More…
Movies
R.I.P. Buck Henry
One of the wonderful aspects of life is that the work of someone’s career can last and be enjoyed long after their passing. Henry Zuckerman also known as Buck Henry passed away the other day. Henry was a wonderful performer, writer, and film director. Henry started as a comedic actor first – most often playing Read More…
Sticking it to Teflon… Almost
The plot of Big Business and or Big Government against the commoner with a rigged outcome as the likely result has been the foundation for some memorable films. The Rainmaker, Runaway Jury, and A Civil Action are the juicy and colorful versions that come to mind. The Insider and The Verdict are the brooding darker Read More…