Sir Christopher Lee: Screen legend dies aged 93 (6/7)
(Jun 11, 2015 | BBC)
Sir Christopher Lee, the veteran actor and star of many of the world's biggest film franchises, has died aged 93.The English-born actor, who made his name playing Dracula and Frankenstein's monster in the Hammer horror films, appeared in more than 250 movies.He was best-known for his villainous roles - including Scaramanga in James Bond and evil wizard Saruman in The Lord of the Rings.The actor's...read more
Bette Davis' Former Estate on Cape Elizabeth for Sale...
(Jun 11, 2015 | MyPropertyReport.com)
Oscar-winning actress Bette Davis's former home on Cape Elizabeth, Maine, is for sale. The coastal residence has views of Casco Bay from every room and includes access to two private beaches. The home's elegant stairway exudes a sense of glamour. The large eat-in kitchen has fantastic views and features a dual range by Viking. A dining area in the kitchen features handsomely...read more
Classic Movie Collection Auction includes Vintage Movie Lobby Cards, Posters and Collectibles...The Wizard of Oz, King Kong, Casablanca and More...
(Jun 11, 2015 | invaluable.com)
Morris Everett, Jr. The Auction Part IOn June 29 and 30, Invaluable.com will be team up with Profiles in History to auction off a variety of exceptional movie memorabilia pieces from the Morris Everett, Jr Collection. The auction starts at 11:00 AM PST on both days and will feature a selection of 1,406 noteworthy auction lots including vintage movie lobby cards, posters and collectibles, many of which...read more
Warner Archive Collection New Releases: New Releases This Week! Bette Davis, Film Noir and More
(Jun 9, 2015 | Warner Brothers Archives)
NEW TO BLU-RAY WOLFEN (1981) The groundbreaking urban horror classic gets the timeless treatment it deserves. With Albert Finney, directed by Michael Wadleigh (Woodstock). Bette Davis Stars THE DARK HORSE (1932) Warren William co-stars in this sizzling pre-code political comedy. SPECIAL AGENT (1935) Bette stars as the mob accountant key to taking down a kingpin (Ricardo Cortez). ...read more
TCM And Fathom Events Announce Extended Partnership
(Jun 9, 2015 | TCM)
TCM And Fathom Events Announce Extended Partnership For TCM Presents Theatrical Screening Series TCM Presents Series Announces Titles For Remainder of 2015; Studio Partners Include Universal Pictures, Paramount Pictures and Twentieth Century Fox Turner Classic Movies (TCM) and Fathom Events today announced an extended partnership to bring monthly screenings of its TCM Presents series to select...read more
getTV's Friday Night Icons Block in June Features Young, Hayward, Martin and More
(Jun 5, 2015 | Sony getTV)
getTV CELEBRATES ENTERTAINER DEAN MARTIN IN A FRIDAY ICONS TWO-PACK FEATURING WHO WAS THAT LADY? AND HOW TO SAVE A MARRIAGE (AND RUIN YOUR LIFE), ON FRIDAY, JUNE 5 AT 7 P.M. ET Other Highlights Include Loretta Young in BEDTIME STORY, Susan Hayward in ADAM HAD FOUR SONS, Peter Lorre in BEAT THE DEVIL, and More CULVER CITY, CA - Friday, June 5, 2015 - Start the weekend with getTV, as the network...read more
Disney to Adapt Iconic 'Fantasia' Sequence Into Live-Action Movie
(Jun 3, 2015 | Hollywood Reporter)
'Fantasia' and Matt Sazama and Burk Sharpless Courtesy of Photofest by Rebecca FordMatt Sazama and Burk Sharpless will write the script based on the "Night on Bald Mountain" segment of Disney's 1940 animated film.Disney is conjuring up a live-action movie based on the "Night on Bald Mountain" sequence from the studio's animated classicFantasia.Matt Sazama and Burk Sharpless will...read more
getTV Celebrates Rosalind Russell in June 1
(Jun 1, 2015 | Sony getTV)
getTV CELEBRATES GOLDEN AGE ICON ROSALIND RUSSELL WITH AN 11-FILM BIRTHDAY MONTH LINEUP FEATURING HIS GIRL FRIDAY WITH CARY GRANT, AND PICNIC WITH WILLIAM HOLDEN, EVERY THURSDAY IN JUNE AT 7 P.M. ET Highlights Include a Month of Classic Favorites Starring Russell Opposite Fellow Icons Such as Melvyn Douglas, Kim Novak, Sid Caesar, and Ray Milland, Among Others CULVER CITY, CA - Monday,...read more
TCM Announces Launch of New E-Commerce Store
(Jun 1, 2015 | TCM)
TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES (TCM) ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF NEW E-COMMERCE STORE Online Store Now Open Promoting TCM's Summer Of Darkness Programming Event Turner Classic Movies (TCM) today announced the launch of an online store, Darkness: The Film Noir Collection, offering high-end, noir-inspired accessories, clothing and other items. The online store, open today and launched to promote Summer of...read more
getTV Celebrates the Years '39, '48, '54 and '70 in June on Tuesdays
(May 26, 2015 | Sony getTV)
getTV GOES BACK IN TIME WITH "THE YEAR WAS" BLOCKCELEBRATING 1939, 1948, 1954, 1963 and 1970, RESPECTIVELY,EVERY TUESDAY IN JUNE AT 7 P.M. ET/4 P.M. PT Highlights Include a Jack Lemmon and Judy Holliday Double Feature, and Golden Age Classics Starring Danny Kaye, Randolph Scott, Charlton Heston, and More CULVER CITY, CA - Tuesday, May 5, 2015 - getTV travels back in time with The Year...read more
Warner Archive Collection New Releases: New Releases: All The Stars Shine Bright!
(May 26, 2015 | Warner Brothers Archives)
Now on Blu THANK YOUR LUCKY STARS (1943) The heroes and heroines of Warner Bros.' Hollywood Homefront come together for the cause - lifting a nation's spirits while donating their salaries to Bette Davis and John Garfield's laudable Hollywood Canteen. Under the aegis of director David Butler and producer Mark Hellinger, a true all-star team assembled to put forth a frothy, infectious concoction of...read more
Actress and Comedian Anne Meara, Mother of Ben Stiller, Dies at 85
(May 24, 2015 | Variety)
GARY GERSHOFF/WIREIMAGEMAY 24, 2015 | 01:00PM PTCarmel DaganAnne Meara, the Emmy- and Tony-nominated comedian long paired personally and professionally with Jerry Stiller and the mother of actor-director Ben Stiller, died Saturday, her husband and son told the Associated Press. She was 85.No further details have been revealed. A statement released to the AP said Jerry Stiller...read more
getTV's June Programming Highlights Includes Rosalind Russell Tribute
(May 20, 2015 | Sony getTV)
getTV PAYS TRIBUTE TO LEADING LADY ROSALIND RUSSELL WITH AN 11-FILM LINEUP FEATURING HOWARD HAWKS' HIS GIRL FRIDAY WITH CARY GRANT, AND PICNIC WITH WILLIAM HOLDEN, EVERY THURSDAY IN JUNE AT 7 P.M. ET Highlights Include a Friday Icons Block Starring Loretta Young, Susan Hayward, and Peter Lorre; Special Birthday Stunts for Ray Harryhausen and Dean Martin; and Much More ...read more
getTV Presents Crime Capers, Honors Barbara Stanwyck and Airs Pre-Code Films in July
(May 20, 2015 | Sony getTV)
getTV PRESENTS A MONTH OF CLASSIC MYSTERIES STARRING LEGENDARY SUPER SLEUTHS THE LONE WOLF, BOSTON BLACKIE, THE CRIME DOCTOR, AND SHERLOCK HOLMES IN THE "WATCHING THE DETECTIVES" BLOCK, EVERY THURSDAY IN JULY AT 7 P.M. ET Other Highlights Include a Friday Icons Lineup Featuring Barbara Stanwyck, Peter Sellers, Janet Leigh, and Yul Brynner; Barbra Streisand in FUNNY GIRL; and Much More ...read more
TCM and Ball State University to Offer Free Online Film Noir Course
(May 18, 2015 | TCM)
TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES (TCM) AND BALL STATE UNIVERSITY TO OFFER FREE ONLINE FILM NOIR COURSE BEGINNING JUNE 1 Course Will Run Concurrently With TCM's Summer Of Darkness Programming Event In June And July Free Online Course Hosted By the Canvas Network Turner Classic Movies (TCM) today announced a collaboration with Ball State University and Canvas Network, an open online educational platform...read more