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The Steve Allen Plymouth Show- With Jack K...
After introducing America to Lenny Bruce, Steve Allen took a literal literary step in the evolution of network T.V. Steve talked NBC into having a man named Kerouac read from his historical document “On The Road” during a prime time special. This is that entire program from Nov.16, 1959. 1 Hr
Posted by Rich Buckland, 01/17/2010 08:40 AM
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"Spine Tingler- The William Castle Story" ...
His name was William Castle. His films included “The Tingler” “13 Ghosts” “House On Haunted Hill” and “Homocidal.” He was a B movie master of insane intensity. Castle utilized zany methods of promotion which produced years of fun within the shock cinema genre. This is his story.
Posted by Rich Buckland, 12/23/2009 01:04 AM
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Muhammad Ali's 50th Birthday Celebration W...
In 1993 ABC presented a 50th birthday special honoring Muhammad Ali. This broadcast featured a variety of artists.We are pleased to offer two segments from that program. The first is a tribute which features Howard Cossell and the second displays the talents of the great Four Tops. 14 Minutes. ENJOY
Posted by Rich Buckland, 12/04/2009 01:54 PM
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Playhouse 90- "Days of Wine and Roses"-Liv...
This 90-minute telecast was presented live with tape inserts on October 2, 1958 and was the second episode of the third season of the anthology series Playhouse 90 on CBS. Costume changes were made possible because the Alcoholics Anonymous scenes were shot on the day prior to the live telecast.
Posted by Rich Buckland, 11/25/2009 02:37 PM
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The Newport Folk Festival- 1963-1966- Full...
We are pleased to present “Festival”, the Murray Lerner film which captures magnificent footage from the King of all festivals, Newport. This compilation defines a history of influential legends the likes of which we shall never see again.
Posted by Rich Buckland, 11/14/2009 01:26 PM
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Jim Carroll, Allen Ginsberg, Lydia Lunch, ...
Contrary to some populist opinion, the art of Poetry is a deceased function. In truth it breathes in music, film and literature around the planet. Here we are presented with the visions of two generations of Poets as they share their views on the gifts the Beat Generation brought to the craft.
Posted by Rich Buckland, 11/08/2009 03:07 PM
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Samuel Beckett's 'Catastrophe' As Directed...
The great Samuel Beckett, most recognized for his transforming play ’’Waiting For Godot’’, is honored here with a cinematic rendering of his short piece ’’Catastrophe.’’ In a fit of casting genius, it stars another superb player of wright in Harold Pintor and an appearance by Sir John Gielgud.
Posted by Rich Buckland, 11/07/2009 09:08 AM