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Canadian film critic Geoff Roberts joins Movie Addict Headquarters to discuss Tim Burton's fascinating filmmaking career. Some of the topics to be covered are Burton's best and worst movies, his collaborations with actor Johnny Depp and composer Danny Elfman, how Vincent Price influenced him; his upcoming series titled WEDNESDAY and movie Beetlejuice 2. Producer Nikki Starr will co-host. Geoff Roberts is a frequent guest on Movie Addict HQ. He always completes in-depth research about each episode's topic, and that explains why he has become one of our favorites. Geoff has been a guest on a variety of Canadian and American radio and TV programs. From 2006 to 2009 he was a guest on “daytime” in Mississauga, Canada, giving his perspective on the Academy Awards. From 2013-2014 he was the host of Front Row Center on WhiStle Radio in Stouffville. He also has contributed film commentary to ReelTalk Movie Reviews.
E.T. The Extraterrestrial wowed audiences when it was released in June of 1982. Now forty years later, this wonderful Steven Spielberg film still has many fans throughout the globe. That's why Movie Addict Headquarters is celebrating with an episode all about E.T. Happily, Canadian film critic Geoff Roberts will discuss this entertaining sci-fi offering, and film critic/actor Mack Bates has agreed to host. It should be a fun and enlightening show! Geoff Roberts is a frequent guest on Movie Addict HQ. He always completes in-depth research about each episode's topic, and that explains why he has become one of our favorite guests. Geoff has been a guest on a variety of Canadian and American radio and TV programs. From 2006 to 2009 he was a guest on “daytime” in Mississauga, Canada, giving his perspective on the Academy Awards. From 2013-2014 he was the host of Front Row Center on WhiStle Radio in Stouffville. He also contributes film commentary to ReelTalk Movie Reviews. Guest host Mack Bates has written freelance articles for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and served as a staff blogger for Milwaukee Magazine's official film blog. He also received an Emmy for his work on the The Robert and Rosie Show. Recently Mack has appeared as an actor on various stage and radio productions.
Movie Addict Headquarters shines the spotlight on Jim Henson and The Muppets. Canadian film critic Geoff Roberts has agreed to discuss this fun topic with our producer Nikki Starr. He will talk about how Henson became interested in puppetry and will share backstage information about The Muppets Show, Sesame Street, and Fraggle Rock. He also plans to cover some of the iconic characters in these popular shows, including Kermit the Frog, Rowlfe, Bert & Ernie, Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch. Geoff Roberts is a frequent guest on Movie Addict HQ. He always completes in-depth research about each episode's topic, and that explains why he has become one of our favorite guests. Geoff has been a guest on a variety of Canadian and American radio and TV programs. From 2006 to 2009 he was a guest on “daytime” in Mississauga, Canada, giving his perspective on the Academy Awards. From 2013-2014 he was the host of Front Row Center on WhiStle Radio in Stouffville. He also contributes film commentary to ReelTalk Movie Reviews.
Ffilm critics Mack Bates and Geoff Roberts drop by Movie Addict Headquarters to discuss the latest Oscar nominations as well as to predict winners in six key categories: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress. Both critics share a deep interest in the Oscars each year, and they really know their movie stuff! Producer Nikki Starr will serve as host for this timely episode. Geoff has been fortunate to be a guest on a variety of Canadian and American radio and TV programs. From 2006-2009 he was a guest on "daytime" in Mississauga, Canada, giving his detailed perspective on the Academy Awards. From 2013-2014 he was the host of Front Row Center on WhiStle Radio 102.7 FM in Stouffville, Canada. Mack has written freelance articles for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and served as a staff blogger for Milwaukee Magazine’s official film blog. He also received an Emmy for his work on the The Robert and Rosie Show. Recently Mack has appeared as an actor on various stage and radio productions. The 93rd Annual Academy Award winners will be revealed on April 25, 2021.
Award-winning actor Barry Bostwick discusses The Rocky Horror Picture Show in a Movie Addict Headquarters vintage tribute to that bizarre cult classic. He also talks with Alan Levy, co-founder and CEO of BlogTalkRadio, concerning the popular midnight shows connected with this outrageous movie. Bostwick, who played the key role of “Brad Majors” (Susan Sarandon’s naïve boyfriend), speaks candidly about his experiences connected with the film -- including weather problems, what it was like working with Sarandon, his favorite scene in the movie, and much more. Bostwick has appeared in over 100 films and television productions. Although best-known as the clueless mayor on Spin City, he’s a triple-threat entertainer -- singer, dancer, actor -- who created the role of Danny Zuko in Grease on Broadway and won a Tony for his work in The Robber Bridegroom. He’s appeared in such TV programs as Cougar Town, Glee, Scrubs, Law & Order Special Victims Unit, Las Vegas, George Washington, and War and Remembrance (for which he earned a Golden Globe). Among Bostwick’s numerous movies are: Movie Movie; 101 Dalmatians II; Spy Hard; Some Guy Who Kills People; and FDR: American Badass. Let's do The Time Warp again!
Movie Addict Headquarters presents another 15-minute musical episode to make you smile. It’s important during these difficult times not to lose our ability to enjoy and to be entertained by wonderful songs. In this lively show, happy movie tunes are performed by the following stars: Gene Kelly, Elvis Presley, Kenny Loggins, Charlie Chaplin, Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke. These tunes were show stoppers in Singin’ in the Rain, Viva Las Vegas, Footloose, Modern Times and Mary Poppins. Listeners are invited to sing along as the spirit moves them. What fun!
To help listeners get through the “stay home” blues, Movie Addict Headquarters has put together fifteen minutes of sheer musical FUN. Four funny ladies of film are featured in this special episode. The talented quartet includes Madeline Kahn, Julie Andrews, Lucille Ball and Gilda Radner. Each one performs a silly song guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Madeline Kahn sings You’d Be Surprised, a relatively unknown Irving Berlin tune she performed at Carnegie Hall as part of Berlin’s 100th Birthday Celebration in 1988. The song was also sung by Olga San Juan in Blue Skies, a 1946 movie starring Fred Astaire and Bing Crosby. Julie Andrews warbles A Spoon Full of Sugar Makes the Medicine Go Down from the original Mary Poppins in 1964. Robert B. Sherman and Richard M. Sherman composed this memorable ditty. Lucille Ball belts out Mother, What Do I Do Now, her comedy burlesque number in Dance, Girl, Dance, an amusing 1940s film co-starring Maureen O’Hara. The music and lyrics for this raucous number are by Chet Forrest and Bob Wright. Gilda Radner sings and taps her way into our hearts in I Love To Be Unhappy, an unforgettable performance from Gilda Live from New York, her 1979 stage show.
Noted film critics Mack Bates and Geoff Roberts visit Movie Addict Headquarters again to discuss the latest Academy Award nominations as well as to predict winners in these six key categories: BEST PICTURE, BEST DIRECTOR, BEST ACTOR, BEST ACTRESS, BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR, and BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS Both Bates and Roberts share a deep interest in the Academy Awards each year, and they really know their movie stuff! Roberts has been fortunate to be a guest on a variety of Canadian and American radio and TV programs. From 2006-2009 he was a guest on "daytime" in Mississauga, Canada, giving his detailed perspective on the Academy Awards. From 2013-2014 he was the host of Front Row Center on WhiStle Radio 102.7 FM in Stouffville, Canada. Bates has written freelance articles for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and served as a staff blogger for Milwaukee Magazine’s official film blog. He also received an Emmy for his work on the The Robert and Rosie Show. The 92nd Annual Academy Award winners will be revealed on Sunday, February 9, 2020..
Movie Addict Headquarters presents an audio version of Chapter One from It Had To Be Us, a romantic memoir by Harry and Elizabeth Lawrence. This chapter deals with two important Christmases for a couple who were divorced and estranged from each other for almost 20 years. How does Christmas help bring Harry and Elizabeth back together? Listen in and find out! Then stay for a medley of love songs that follows the Chapter One presentation and includes performances by Tony Babino, Alice Faye, Richard Vernon and Lucie Arnaz. This popular episode features lovely Lizette Amado-Bettinger and her late great husband George Bettinger reading “ remembrances” of Harry and Elizabeth in this beginning chapter of their romantic memoir. Host Betty Jo Tucker and her husband Larry co-wrote the award-winning E-book under the pen names of Harry and Elizabeth Lawrence, and it was adapted for the screen under the title CAKE: A Love Story. Directed and written by Misha Zubarev and Vera Ulea, this movie won First Place in the Short Film category at the NSAEN Online Film Festival and is now available on Amazon Prime. It stars Debra Lord Cooke, Richard Vernon, Nancy Lombardo and George Bettinger. The multi-talented George, who won acclaim for his uncanny impressions including Groucho Marx, George Burns and the Three Stooges, made fans worldwide with his “Mom & Pop Shop” radio show. Lizette is a versatile actress and soprano singer with experience at the Metropolitan Opera. It Had To Be Us won first place in the Ebook category at the Hollywood Book Festival for its potential to be transferred to other mediums such as film, radio and TV.
Movie Addict Headquarters presents a special musical show featuring Judy Garland and her daughter Lorna Luft singing five great tunes from the movies. These songs have been sung in the following films: THE WIZARD OF OZ, MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS, BRINGING UP BABY, TOO MANY GIRLS, and A DATE WITH JUDY. Garland starts the show with Over the Rainbow, of course. She follows that with Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas. Then Lorna joins Judy in a gorgeous Mother/Daughter medley that includes: You’re Nearer, I Can’t Give You Anything but Love, and Smiling Through the Years. The last three songs are from Lorna's wonderful SONGS MY MOTHER TAUGHT ME album.
Movie Addict Headquarters invites you to sit back, relax and listen to some beautiful movie love songs performed by an all-star cast including Debbie Reynolds, Marilyn Monroe, Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney, Bryan Ferry, Rita Graham, Alice Faye, and Lucie Arnaz. The songs have been featured in such classic movies as: THE BAND WAGON, WORDS AND MUSIC, TAMMY, CASABLANCA, SOME LIKE IT HOT, LEAVING LAS VEGAS, HELLO FRISCO HELLO. Listeners are encouraged to sing along with the stars in this pre-Valentine musical episode.
Love is all around during the holiday season. That's why Movie Addict Headquarters is presenting a special medley of songs about Christmas and Love. During this fifteen-minute episode, listeners are encouraged to sing along with such performers as Judy Garland, Elvis Presley, Lucie Arnaz, Alice Faye, Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke and Dave Barnes. Each song represents the season or an oldie-but-goodie film, including MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS, THE BAND WAGON, HELLO FRISCO HELLO, and MARY POPPINS. Among the songs scheduled are: All I Want for Christmas Is You, You and the Night and the Music, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, You'll Never Know, Here Comes Santa Claus, and Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.
Love is all around during the holiday season. That’s why Movie Addict Headquarters is presenting a special medley of songs about Christmas and Love. During this fifteen-minute episode, listeners are encouraged to sing along with such performers as Judy Garland, Elvis Presley, Lucie Arnaz, Alice Faye and Dave Barnes. Each song represents the season or an oldie-but-goodie film, including MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS, THE BAND WAGON, HELLO FRISCO HELLO, and MARY POPPINS. Among the songs scheduled are: All I Want for Christmas Is You, You and the Night and the Music, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, You’ll Never Know, Here Comes Santa Claus, and Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.
During this unusual episode, the fearless Movie Addict Players poke fun at three movies in skits performed on past Movie Addict Headquarters shows. Films receiving attention are: EAT PRAY LOVE, starring Julia Roberts and released in 2010; THE MUPPETS, which opened back in 2011; and THE LITTLE MERMAID, one of Disney’s most beloved animated musicals. Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Sebastian the Crab, Harry Lawrence, and Elizabeth Lawrence are the characters focused on during these short skits. Movie Addict Players providing their excellent voice talents include A.J. Hakari, Larry Tucker, Danielle Honeycutt, and Morgan Lawrence. Host Betty Jo Tucker and producer Nikki Starr join in the fun.
This episode of Movie Addict Headquarters focuses on the remarkable journey of a true romance from page to screen. George Bettinger -- the popular actor, comedian, impressionist and radio host -- has given his permission to replay his recent Dream Stream Radio interview with Betty Jo Tucker about how It Had To Be Us -- a romantic memoir she and her husband wrote under the pen names of Harry and Elizabeth Lawrence -- became the inspiration for filmmaker Misha Zubarev’s award-winning short film titled CAKE: A Love Story. Included in this fun recorded conversation is actor/musician Richard Vernon’s moving rendition of “Remember the Day,” Zubarev’s original song for the movie. As an added attraction, a medley of favorite film love songs will be played, including: You and the Night and the Music (from The Band Wagon) performed by Lucie Arnaz; You Made Me Love You (from The Jazz Singer) belted out by Tony Babino; and You’ll Never Know (from Hello, Frisco, Hello) sung by Alice Faye.
On February 27, noted film critics Mack Bates and Geoff Roberts drop by Movie Addict Headquarters to discuss the latest Oscar nominations as well as to predict winners in these six key categories: BEST PICTURE; BEST DIRECTOR; BEST ACTOR; BEST ACTRESS; BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR; and BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS. Both Bates and Roberts share a deep interest in the Academy Awards each year, and they really know their movie stuff! Roberts has been fortunate to be a guest on a variety of Canadian and American radio and TV programs. From 2006-2009 he was a guest on "daytime" in Mississauga, Canada, giving his detailed perspective on the Academy Awards. From 2013-2014 he was the host of Front Row Center on WhiStle Radio 102.7 FM in Stouffville, Canada. Bates has written freelance articles for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and served as a staff blogger for Milwaukee Magazine’s official film blog. He also received an Emmy for his work on the The Robert and Rosie Show. The 90th Annual Academy Award nominations were announced on January 23, and the winners will be revealed on Sunday, March 4, 2018. Jimmy Kimmel will host this year's event.
Film critics Diana Saenger and James Colt Harrison drop by Movie Addict Headquarters to salute Bette Davis, one of the greatest actresses in Hollywood history. Davis received two Oscars for her extraordinary work in Dangerous and Jezebel. She became known as the intense actress who could play a variety of strong and complex characters. The Internet Movie Data Base lists 124 acting credits for this remarkable star. That list includes such diverse films as All about Eve, Now Voyager, The Letter, The Virgin Queen, A Pocketful of Miracles, Mr. Skeffington, Dark Victory, Dead Ringer, The Catered Affair, Hollywood Canteen and Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? An example of the enduring interest in Bette Davis, Feud -- FX’s new limited series -- focuses on her stormy relationship with Joan Crawford. Susan Sarandon portrays Davis, and Jessica Lange plays Crawford. What inspired casting! Saenger is the founder of Classic Movie Guide and Harrison is a film historian who contributes movie commentary to a variety of outlets including Classic Movie Guide and Review Express. This episode is dedicated to Robert Osborne, the wonderful host of Turner Classic Movies who passed away on March 6, 2017.
Movie Addict Headquarters invites you to sit back, relax and listen to some Great Movie Love Songs performed by an all-star cast including Linda Ronstadt, Marilyn Monroe, Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney, Bryan Ferry, Debbie Reynolds, Rita Graham, Tony Babino, Lucie Arnaz, Alice Faye, and Lily James. The songs have been featured in such popular movies as BANDWAGON, WORDS AND MUSIC, CINDERELLA, GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES, LEAVING LAS VEGAS, THE JAZZ SINGER, and HELLO, FRISCO, HELLO. Listeners are encouraged to sing along with the stars. What fun!
Author Pamela Jaye Smith visits Movie Addict Headquarters to talk about her book ROMANTIC COMEDIES: THESE FILMS CAN SAVE YOUR LOVE LIFE! Pamela is a perfect guest to get us ready for Valentine’s Day. She loves both romance and adventure in myths and movies. Her book is a tribute to love and the movies that show us how to find, hold, and relish it in our romantic relationships. Pamela's fascinating movie guide is filled with some of the best-loved and most popular romantic comedies, including Sabrina, Sleepless in Seattle, My Best Friend’s Wedding, The Princess Bride and Four Weddings and a Funeral. The lessons learned from watching movies like these offer valuable advice about keeping your love life healthy. An added treat during this episode is the debut of Remember the Day, an original song from the upcoming film Cake: A Love Story.
Movie Addict Headquarters celebrates Valentine’s Day early with this special episode. Noted actors/comedians George Bettinger and Nancy Lombardo have been invited to drop by for a discussion of their experiences as cast members in the upcoming short film based on IT HAD TO BE US, an award-winning romantic memoir co-written by host Betty Jo Tucker and her husband under the pen names of Harry and Elizabeth Lawrence. Filming of CAKE: A LOVE STORY was completed in late December, and the project is now in postproduction. It co-stars Debra Lord Cooke and Richard Vernon as Elizabeth and Harry. Co-writers/directors Misha Zubarev and Vera Zubarev report that Nancy and George, who portray Elizabeth’s friends, kept everyone in stitches on the set! A clip about It Had To Be Us from George’s YOU TELL, YOU SELL show will also be played during this episode.
Film critics Nell Minow, Mack Bates and Geoff Roberts drop by Movie Addict Headquarters to discuss the latest Oscar nominations as well as to predict winners in six key categories: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress. All three critics share a deep interest in the Oscars each year. Nell, the famous Movie Mom, writes film commentary for Belief.net and is the author of several fascinating film-related books. Geoff has been a guest on a variety of Canadian and American radio and TV programs. Mack has written freelance articles for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and served as a staff blogger for Milwaukee Magazine’s official film blog. The 89th Annual Academy Award nominations will be announced on January 24, and the winners will be revealed on February 26.
Film critics Diana Saenger and James Colt Harrison visit Movie Addict Headquarters to talk about Annette Bening’s films and performances. No stranger to acting honors, Bening earned Oscar nominations for her brilliant work in American Beauty, Being Julia, The Grifters and The Kids Are All Right. She received a Tony Award nomination for Coastal Disturbances and Golden Globes for Being Julia and The Kids Are All Right plus numerous other accolades. This year, Annette was honored with a Career Achievement Award at the Palm Springs Film Festival. Her new film, 20 Century Women, is generating Oscar buzz. Will she receive another nomination – or perhaps even take home the little golden guy this year? She has two other films scheduled for 2017: The Seagull and Film Stars Don’t Die in Liverpool (in which she plays the late Gloria Grahame). Diana Saenger and James Colt Harrison are two favorite guests on Movie Addict Headquarters. Diana, founder of Classic Movie Guide and Review Express, is also Entertainment Editor of the San Diego East County Gazette. James has written a history of Hollywood studios and contributed film commentary to various sites including Classic Movie Guide and Review Express.
As a special holiday treat, showbiz stars George and Lizette Bettinger are featured again on Movie Addict Headquarters reading the first chapter of IT HAD TOBE US, an award-winning romantic memoir which has been adapted for the screen by Misha Zubarev and Vera Ulea. They play co-authors Harry and Elizabeth Lawrence in this audio version of Chapter One, which deals with two important Christmases for the estranged Lawrences. How does Christmas help bring these two together after being divorced for almost twenty years? Listen in and find out! Also, host Betty Jo Tucker (aka Elizabeth Lawrence) will give an update of the filming progress.The Bettingers are a fun couple with a passion for bringing back the Golden Era of radio on their popular Mom & Pop Shop Show. George is an actor, comedian, producer, writer and director. He’s won acclaim for his uncanny impressions including Groucho Marx, George Burns and the Three Stooges but may be best known as the voice of the red M&M. Lizette is a versatile actress and soprano singer with experience at the Metropolitan Opera.
Movie Addict Headquarters presents its annual tribute to The Rocky Horror Picture Show with a discussion of Fox’s new remake of that outrageous cult classic and by revisiting award-winning actor Barry Bostwick’s candid interview about his experiences connected with the original film -- including weather problems, what it was like working with Susan Sarandon, his favorite scene in the movie, and much more. Actor/radio host Chuck Skull has also been invited to participate in this special episode. Surprisingly, Rocky Horror bombed when it first opened in 1975, but those entertaining midnight showings soon catapulted the film into cult status. Adapted from the British rock musical written by Richard O’Brien, the film was directed by Jim Sharman. Tim Curry made his dynamic screen debut as the flamboyant transvestite, Dr. Frank-N-Furter. Bostwick and Susan Sarandon play an innocent couple who stumble into the Doctor’s Annual Transylvania Convention, with shocking results for everyone involved.
Atlanta-born filmmaker Ken Feinberg drops by Movie Addict Headquarters to give listeners a sneak peek at SANTA’S BOOT CAMP, a family holiday motion picture opening in November. This fun movie stars a bunch of kids and features a cameo by Academy Award nominee Eric Roberts. Feinberg once made a nice living in Los Angeles playing big, bad-looking meanies on shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Charmed, but he became disappointed about running into a wall of typecasting. That prompted him to move back to Atlanta and start the Creative Studios of Atlanta Film Academy for young actors. SANTA’S BOOT CAMP provided the students with an opportunity to work in a real film. This movie is a hilarious look behind the scenes at Santa’s Workshop where the Elves go on strike and a handful of regular kids must save the day.
Filmmaker Ben Cresciman drops by Movie Addict Headquarters to discuss Sun Choke, his new psychological thriller. A perfect melding of style and substance, Sun Choke has received rave reviews. This unique film, written and directed by Cresciman, stars Sarah Hagan as a young woman trying to get well and Barbara Crampton as her longtime nanny. When things go wrong with their relationship, the horrors begin. Cresciman, who grew up in Los Angeles, admits that director David Lynch and his Mulholland Drive have influenced his work. After finishing his first film Negative Space, Cresciman was accepted into the USC screenwriting MFA program. Sun Choke is his second feature film.
Dragon Dronet and Chuck Skull visit Movie Addict Headquarters for the third time to discuss special effects in the movies. Their impressive movie credentials include exciting motion pictures like The Planet of the Apes, The Scorpion King, Night Train, Conan the Barbarian, Chronicles of Riddick, Eraser – and many more. When he was only 10 years old, Dragon won a year-long scholarship to the Renaissance School of Art in Oakland, California. He is now an expert in props, costumes, weapons, miniatures, stunts, martial arts and swords. Among his accomplishments are doing the props for Total Recall and choreographing the gorilla fight scenes in Tim Burton’s The Planet of the Apes. Chuck is known for his work in Night Train, Under Lock and Key and Death Riders. He also hosts radio shows on the Wacko Network (which airs now on MIXLR), including the popular “Chuck’s Golden Age of Radio.”
Author/actor/film critic Phil Hall returns to Movie Addict Headquarters to talk about his new book, In Search of Lost Films. Phil is on an important mission this time, and he reveals all about it in this special episode. It’s no surprise that Hall would become interested in finding lost movies. He’s a distinguished film critic with impeccable research credentials that make his latest book as well as his previous ones -- including The Greatest Bad Movies of All Time and The History of Independent Cinema – so enlightening and worthwhile. Phil will explain why so many films throughout the world have disappeared. He also plans to describe a few of these films as well as strange places where some lost films have already been found.
Who is the best film president? Movie Addict Headquarters presents rousing stump speeches for nominees Harrison Ford (Air Force One), Bill Pullman (Independence Day), Morgan Freeman (Deep Impact), Henry Fonda (Fail Safe) and Polly Bergen (Kisses for My President). These five candidates have been chosen from a list of other candidates including Michael Douglas, Peter Sellers, Kevin Kline, Danny Glover, Jeff Bridges, Jack Nicholson, Stephen Colbert, and Daniel Day Lewis. Recorded stump speeches are delivered by film critic A.J. Hakari, co-host Jazz Shaw, award-winning blogger Fausta Rodriguez, producer Nikki Starr and host Betty Jo Tucker.
Movie Addict Headquarters gets ready for National Dance Day, which falls on the last Saturday of July each year, with performances by Gene Kelly, Lucille Ball, Lily James, Dick Van Dyke, Lucie Arnaz, Elvis Presley, Julie Andrews and more. Tap, rumba, waltz, musical comedy, burlesque, ballet and other dance styles on film will be included in this special episode. National Dance Day was created to raise awareness about and encourage Americans to embrace dance as a fun and positive way to maintain good health, and we are happy to highlight such a worthy cause! Back in 2010, Eleanor Holmes Norton introduced the resolution in Congress, and the last Saturday in July was designated as an unofficial national holiday by Nigel Lythgoe, co-creator of So You Think You Can Dance and co-president of the Dizzy Feet Foundation. This Movie Addict Headquarters episode salutes dancing from such films as Singin’ in the Rain, Mary Poppins, Tap, Cinderella, Addicted to Love, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Dance Girl Dance, Viva Las Vegas, Make Your Move, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, The Band Wagon and Footloose. C'mom -- let's dance!
Who ya gonna call? Movie Addict Headquarters calls on film critic A.J. Hakari to talk about the original Ghostbusters and the negative reaction about remaking this movie with an all-female main cast. Also, though the magic of imagination and technology, the late great Joe Franklin drops by to talk about his appearance in the first Ghostbusters film, and comedian George Bettinger calls in along with his friends Humphrey Bogart, Jackie Mason, and George Jessel. Plus, host Betty Jo Tucker shares her candid opinion about the 2016 comedy starring Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon and Leslie Jones. A.J. Hakari, the Mad Movie Man, writes film reviews for a number of sites including ReelTalk Movie Reviews, Review Express, Classic Movie Guide and his own popular film blog CineSlice. George Bettinger hosts The Mom & Pop Shop Radio Show, which airs on tune in radio from Miramar, Florida, every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 4 p.m. Eastern Time.
Noted film critics James Colt Harrison and Diana Saenger discuss the diverse film career of Sally Field. This talented actress has entertained her many fans for almost five decades. She earned two Best Actress Oscars – one for Norma Rae and another for Places in the Heart. She also received an Academy Award nomination for her work in Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln. Her resume includes eleven Golden Globe nominations, eight Emmy nominations and seven Screen Actors Guild nominations. Field’s recent performance in Hello, My Name Is Doris has won widespread acclaim from both fans and critics. Will Field win another Oscar for her latest movie role? Field has played opposite A-list leads like Paul Newman, Tom Hanks, Kevin Kline, James Garner, Burt Reynolds and Robin Williams. She can do both comedy and drama equally well. Her list of movies includes such varied films as Soapdish, Murphy’s Romance, Smokey and the Bandit, Mrs. Doubtfire, Punchline, The End, Steel Magnolias, Norma Rae, Places in the Heart, Forrest Gump, Kiss Me Goodbye. And we can’t forget to mention Field’s earlier television series The Flying Nun and Gidget. Yes, indeed, Movie Addict Headquarters likes Sally Field. Really!
Movie Addict Headquarters pays tribute again to one of Hollywood’s legendary actors, Mr. JAMES CAGNEY. Noted film critics Diana Saenger, James Colt Harrison and A.J. Hakari join in the celebration of Cagney’s illustrious movie career, including his Oscar-winning performance in YANKEE DOODLE DANDY plus many of his other films. Cagney earned numerous honors for his on-screen work. In addition to his Best Actor Academy Award, he garnered two other Oscar nominations. One for Angels with Dirty Faces, the other for Love Me or Leave Me. He also received the AFI Life Achievement Award, a Kennedy Center Honor and the Screen Actors Guild Lifetime Achievement Award. It’s interesting to note that after Cagney’s breakthrough gangster part in The Public Enemy back in the 1930s, many moviegoers had a hard time accepting him in “good-guy” roles, but it’s still not surprising that in 1999 the AFI ranked him EIGHTH among the 50 Greatest American Screen Legends. The Chat Room will be open for movie fans to discuss their favorite James Cagney films and performances.
Movie Addict Headquarters invites you to our NinthYearAnniversary Party featuring clips of famous guests, favorite shows, a book giveaway and other goodies. Among the many fascinating folks to be spotlighted are: William V. Madison (author of Madeline Kahn’s biography), Cloris Leachman, George Bettinger, Barry Bostwick, Tanna Frederick, Rita Moreno, Tippi Hedren, Lorna Luft, Lucie Arnaz, Robert Osborne, James Colt Harrison, Richard Jack Smith, Lizette Amado-Bettinger, Misha Zubarev, Tony Babino, David Spaltro, J Blair Brown, Linda Palmer, Chuck Skull, A.J. Hakari, Bill Mesce, Dragon Dronet, Mack Bates, Nell Minow, Debbie Reynolds, Peter Keogh, Phil Hall, Rita Graham, Diana Saenger and Nancy Lombardo. Film-related books to be given away in a random drawing at this Anniversary Celebration include: Confessions of a Movie Addict by Betty Jo Tucker, Cinema Stanzas: Rhyming About Movies by Betty Jo Tucker, and It Had To Be Us by Harry & Elizabeth Lawrence.
Acclaimed actress Joan Benedict Steiger visits Movie Addict Headquarters to discuss her fascinating memoir, Brooklyn Baby: A Hollywood Star’s Amazing Journey through Love, Loss & Laughter. Joan proves there’s no business like show business in this candid and entertaining book. She pulls no punches writing about the three loves of her life, her own remarkable acting career, and her close encounters with such legendary Hollywood stars as Elizabeth Taylor, Burt Lancaster, Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney, Charlton Heston and many more. Brooklyn Baby is a must-read for movie fans! However, Joan’s memoir, co-written with David Minasian, is also an inspirational read. Despite the tragedies in her life, she maintains a positive outlook and takes on new acting roles with great enthusiasm. Brooklyn Baby makes us want to emulate her hopeful attitude. In fact, she even challenges us to follow our dreams.
Movie Addict Headquarters presents Chris Lemmon in an encore discussion of A Twist of Lemmon, the acclaimed book he wrote about his father Jack Lemmon, one of Hollywood’s greatest movie stars. Chris has created a touching memoir, one that reveals the beloved family man behind Jack Lemmon’s star persona. But, happily for movie fans, he includes many fascinating behind-the-scenes stories relating to his father’s remarkable movie career as well as personal tributes from such well-known show biz greats as Neil Simon, Blake Edwards, Cliff Robertson, Andy Garcia, Julie Andrews, Tony Curtis and Shirley MacLaine. Jack Lemmon was a convincing actor in so many wonderful films, including Days of Wine and Roses, Mr. Roberts, Some Like It Hot, The Odd Couple, Save the Tiger, The Apartment, Missing and The China Syndrome. He was skilled at doing both comedy and drama equally well – and moviegoers couldn’t seem to get enough of him. Following in his father’s footsteps, Chris chose show biz as his career. Among the highlights of his impressive background are appearances in over 20 films – three with his dad (Airport ’77, That’s Life! and Dad). Chris is also a screenwriter, producer and musician.
Movie Addict Headquarters spotlights favorite film songs and singers during this encore episode. Gene Kelly, Charlie Chaplin, Judy Garland, Lucie Arnaz, Kenny Loggins, and the Muppets are among the stars performing in this popular medley. Listeners are invited to sing along as the spirit moves them. It’s a fun show for fans of movie music! Songs scheduled to be played include You and the Night and the Music, Footloose, The Time Warp, Singin in the Rain, Smile, Rumba Matumba, The Muppets Theme and more.
In honor of National Tap Dance Day (May 25), Movie Addict Headquarters revisits a lively discussion with avid dance fan Fausta Rodriguez, co-host Jazz Shaw, producer Nikki Starr -- and host Betty Jo Tucker, a former happy tapper. This encore presentation is dedicated to Bill “Bojangles” Robinson, the great tap dancer whose birthday on May 25 is celebrated every year as NATIONAL TAP DANCE DAY, having been signed into law by President George W. Bush back in 1989 to celebrate tap dancing as an American art form. This episode features a conversation about favorite dancing in the movies, so tap dancing is included, of course. But you will also hear opinions about other forms of dance such as tango, ballroom and ballet. Which dancers will be named the best by the show’s diverse panel? Among the contenders are: Gene Kelly, Cyd Charisse, Gregory Hines, Eleanor Powell, Fred Astaire, the Nicholas Brothers, Ginger Rogers, Debbie Reynolds, Donald O’Connor, Leslie Caron, Ruby Keeler, Vera Ellen, Christopher Walken. Some of the films under consideration during this episode include: Footloose, Assassination Tango, The Bandwagon, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Singin’ in the Rain, Shall We Dance, Billy Elliott, West Side Story, Saturday Night Fever, Dirty Dancing, Take the Lead, Flashdance, Hairspray, Easter Parade and Tap.
Movie Addict Headquarters welcomes award-winning filmmaker Linda Palmer for a discussion of her independent movies Last Call at Murray’s and Our Father. Linda will also talk about Carbon Dating, her hilarious Web series that's being considered for an Emmy nomination. Last Call at Murray’s is receiving rave reviews on the festival circuit, and Our Father – a unique short film -- has earned numerous awards. It stars the great Michael Gross from Family Ties, and all the action takes place in a bathroom! Linda is a writer/director/producer and founder of Runaway Productions, a commercial and feature film production company in Los Angeles. She studied journalism, television and radio production at Long Beach City College and completed the UCLA Extension Program in screenwriting and directing. Her background includes experience at Stiletto, a music management company, Aaron Spelling Productions, and America’s Funniest People. Don't miss this episode, movie fans!
Renowned film critics Nell Minow, A.J. Hakari and Mack Bates drop by Movie Addict Headquarters to discuss upcoming summer movie releases. They have agreed to share their picks for the ten most eagerly awaited films of the summer. Their goal? To help moviegoers pick the cream of the crop from the numerous releases vying for their attention during the summer of 2016. Because Mack , Nell and A.J. never shy away from expressing candid opinions about everything cinematic, they make a perfect trio for this timely topic. Nell, the famous Movie Mom, writes film commentary for Beliefnet.com and is the author of several movie-related books. Mack, an Emmy winner for The Robert and Rosie Show, has contributed freelance articles to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and serves as a staff blogger for Milwaukee Magazine’s official film blog. A.J., the Mad Movie Man, writes film reviews for a number of sites including ReelTalk Movie Reviews, Review Express, Classic Movie Guide and his own blog CineSlice. This should be another enlightening and fun episode for movie fans!
As an early Mother's Day treat, Movie Addict Headquarters revisits Cloris Leachman and her son George Englund Jr. What a dynamic mother/son team they are! The discussion centers around Cloris' extraordinary career as well as her candid autobiography titled CLORIS. This Oscar-winning actress has been entertaining audiences in movies and on TV for over half a century. Cloris talks candidly about humorous incidents relating to her showbiz career, including working on Young Frankenstein and High Anxiety . George discusses his experience as his mother's manager. WARNING: be prepared for a comedy ambush!
Movie Addict Headquarters presents an encore discussion about Oscar-winner Kevin Costner’s film career. This fine actor has given his fans many hours of movie enjoyment in a variety of cinematic offerings. His latest film -- Criminal -- blasted into multiplexes on April 15. Costner is also an avid golfer and the lead singer of Kevin Costner and Modern West, a rock/country band. And Costner’s invention to help clean up oil spills has received national attention. The distinguished panel includes noted film critic John P. McCarthy, award-winning blogger Fausta Rodriguez, and Sharon Schafer, who worked as an extra in Tin Cup, one of Costner’s most popular movies. Host Betty Jo Tucker also previews CRIMINAL, Costner's new thriller.
Movie Addict Headquarters shines the spotlight on the unsinkable Debbie Reynolds, who celebrates her 84th birthday on April 1. Debbie has a new book out titled Make Em Laugh and was honored this year by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences with the Gene Hersholt Humanitarian Award. Among fans joining in the festivities are Peter Keogh, James Colt Harrison, and Gloria Walters. Peter, author of My Hi De High Life, started out as a Debbie Reynolds fan, became her friend, and then the producer of Irene, her stage production in Australia. James, a film historian, confesses that he has always loved Debbie. And Gloria is in the running to be her greatest fan. All of the guests will reveal their favorite Debbie Reynolds films or performances as well as why they think this talented show biz legend has remained popular worldwide for so long. This show is a must-hear for Debbie Reynolds fans everywhere!
Noted critic and film historian James Colt Harrison steps into the spotlight on Movie Addict Headquarters. And it’s about time! James has been one of the show’s favorite guests from the very beginning. He has contributed to some of the most popular episodes including tributes to such classics as The Shawshank Redemption, Gone with the Wind and Singin’ in the Rain as well as to legendary movie stars like Tony Curtis, Mickey Rooney, and Debbie Reynolds. But this time, James shares his reactions about current and upcoming attractions. On the agenda for this episode are: Hello My Name Is Doris; Remember; Knight of Cups; Eye in the Sky; Allegiant; The Huntsman: Winter’s War; Alice Through the Looking Glass and Trolls. James served as the premiere film critic for The La Jolla Village News, has written a history of Hollywood movie studios, and provided reviews and commentary to a variety of outlets including Classic Movie Guide, Review Express, Rage Monthly, No Cover Music Magazine and San Diego Metro Weekly. James always combines his humor and knowledge of cinema together in a very entertaining way -- which is why he enlivens every discussion about movies. Don't miss this one, movie fans!
Movie Addict Headquarters salutes the great Lucille Ball, who deserves recognition during Women’s History Month. Lucy was the first female head of a movie studio, and TIME Magazine included her among the 100 Most Important People of the Twentieth Century. But Lucy’s fans love her the most for her terrific performances in movies and on TV. Special guests joining in this pre-recorded discussion are James Sheridan, co-author of Lucille Ball FAQ: Everything Left To Know about America’s Favorite Redhead, and Elisabeth Edwards, author of I Love Lucy: A Celebration of All Things Lucy as well as other books about the beloved showbiz icon. In addition to Lucy’s remarkable TV career, her many popular movies include: Stage Door; The Long, Long Trailer; Fancy Pants; Best Foot Forward; The Fuller Brush Girl; The Big Street; Sorrowful Jones; The Dark Corner; Yours, Mine and Ours; Dubarry Was a Lady and Dance, Girl, Dance.
Movie Addict Headquarters celebrates the upcoming 83rd birthday – March 14 -- of Michael Caine by revisiting a spirited discussion with noted film critic John P. McCarthy and award-winning blogger Fausta Rodriguez, who reveal their favorite Michael Caine films and performances up through 2009. Producer Nikki Starr and former co-host Jazz Shaw also join in that lively discussion. After the tape, an update of Caine’s movies from 2010 to date will be presented as well as a preview of his upcoming films. The versatile Caine has won two Oscars and boasts 160 acting credits listed on the Internet Movie Data Base, including such popular motion pictures as: ALFIE, DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, EDUCATING RITA, HANNAH AND HER SISTERS, CIDER HOUSE RULES, SLEUTH, CHILDREN OF MEN, SECONDHAND LIONS, THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KING, THE DARK KNIGHT, NOW YOU SEE ME, and THE PRESTIGE.
Movie Addict Headquarters presents a pre-Valentine’s Day show featuring film love songs and a book giveaway drawing. Plus, popular film critic A.J. Hakari, The Mad Movie Man, will be dropping by to talk about the new Blu-Ray release of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Among singers performing love songs from various movies are: Linda Ronstadt, Lucie Arnaz, Tony Babino, Mickey Rooney, Debbie Reynolds, Judy Garland, Bryan Ferry and Rita Graham. The Kindle E-book to be given away is It Had To Be Us, an award-winning romantic memoir now in the early stages of film adaptation. Full Disclosure: This book was written by Harry & Elizabeth Lawrence, the pen names of host Betty Jo Tucker and her husband Larry. According to Nancy Lombardo, host of Comedy Concepts on BlogTalkRadio, It Had To Be Us makes a great gift for Valentine’s Day!
Movie Addict Headquarters presents its annual tribute to A Christmas Story, one of filmdom’s favorite family comedies. Actors Zack Ward and Julie Matthews from the film’s original cast share their reactions about being involved in this great holiday classic. Mad Movie Man A.J. Hakari, producer Nikki Starr and co-host Jazz Shaw also joins in the celebration. Zack Ward portrayed Scut Farkus, the scary red-haired bully, in A Christmas Story. Since then, he has appeared in over 80 movies and TV shows. Julie Matthews, one of the carolers in A Christmas Story, also helped with the film’s casting. During the past 20 years, she has achieved success as a character actress, vocalist and model. In addition to A Christmas Story, Julie has appeared on-screen in such movies as MajorLeague and Bob Roberts. Film critic A.J. Hakari writes film reviews for various outlets including ReelTalk Movie Reviews and CineSlice, his popular blog.
Movie Addict Headquarters invites you to sit back, relax and listen to favorite film songs from the past performed by an all-star cast including Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, Judy Garland, Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds, Alice Faye, Mickey Rooney, Lily James, Julie Andrews and more. These wonderful movie tunes were featured in such popular motion pictures as Mary Poppins, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Singin in the Rain, Viva Las Vegas, Tammy, The Wizard of Oz and Wordsand Music. Listeners are encouraged to sing along with the stars!
Movie Addict Headquarters celebrates the 40th Anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Showin this special tribute to that bizarre cult classic. The episode features cast member Barry Bostwick reminiscing about his experiences connected with the film -- including weather problems, what it was like working with Susan Sarandon, his favorite scene in the movie, and much more. Surprisingly, Rocky Horror bombed when it first opened in 1975, but those entertaining midnight showings soon catapulted the film into cult status. And the film got a big boost when TV’s Glee featured its own version of the musical numbers. That episode became the most popular one of the series. Bostwick has appeared in over 100 films and television productions. He may be best-known as the clueless mayor on Spin City. However, he’s a triple-threat entertainer -- singer, dancer, actor -- who created the role of Danny Zuko in Grease on Broadway and won a Tony for his work in The Robber Bridegroom. He’s appeared in such TV programs as CougarTown, Glee, Scrubs, Law & Order Special Victims Unit, Las Vegas, George Washington, and War and Remembrance (for which he earned a Golden Globe). Among Bostwick’s numerousmovies are: Movie Movie; 101 Dalmatians II; Spy Hard; Some Guy Who Kills People; and FDR: American Badass.
Award-winning filmmaker David Spaltro returns to Movie Addict Headquarters for a discussion of In the Dark, his new horror film about demonic possession. Spaltro calls In the Dark his lovingly bloody valentine to the inspirational works of Stephen King, John Carpenter and The Exorcist. His movie combines both the appeal of the thrills and chills that is a staple of the horror genre as well as a strong, original story headed by a female cast of some of the most talented actresses in New York City. The World Premiere for this scary offering is scheduled on October 15 at the Tallgrass Film Festival in Wichita, Kansas. Previously, Spaltro wrote, directed, produced and edited the feature films …Around and Things I Don’t Understand, which screened in over 45 film festivals and won 18 Best Feature awards as well as a host of acting, writing, and directing honors. Spaltro is now writing/directing an adaptation of Gothic horror novelist Steven Peck’s A Short Stay in Hell, as well as writing-directing-producing Wake Up in New York, the final chapter of his NYC Valentine Trilogy through his company Wandering/Cut Films.
Celebrated Hollywood author Laurie Jacobson visits Movie Addict Headquarters to discuss Hollywood Haunted, her acclaimed book that covers more than 100 years of ghostly goings-on in filmland. Spooky tales about haunted houses, hotels, studios and theaters abound in this entertaining exploration of Hollywood hot spots and famous ghost sightings, including such stars as Bela Lugosi, Lucille Ball, Marilyn Monroe, Montgomery Clift and Errol Flynn. A reformed stand-up comic, Laurie worked out in Harvey Lembeck's Comedy Improv Workshop for years with classmates Robin Williams, John Larroquette and John Ritter. While performing with improv groups, Laurie immersed herself in the history of those who came before her. The stories she uncovered during this period became the basis for her debut, archetype book, Hollywood Heartbreak, a 75-year history of Hollywood told through the lives and deaths of 31 people. Following its publication, Laurie emerged as a leading Hollywood historian. Her other books include Dishing Hollywood and Timmy’s in the Well – The Jon Provost Story. Laurie has also written and produced documentaries, television series and specials, including: 20th Anniversary of the Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Museum of Television and Radio’s Salute to Funny Women of Television, The Warner Bros. Studio Rededication Party, The Suzanne Somers Show, Photoplay and Hollywood Chronicles. She worked with Jack Haley, Jr. for nine years as head of development.
With the recent release of Dragon Blade, Jackie Chan now boasts 120 movies to his credit – plus seven more in pre or post-production or announced. Mad Movie Man A.J. Hakari returns for another discussion of Chan’s remarkable film career. Hakari plans to share his updated picks for the best Jackie Chan movies, and host Betty Jo Tucker will rant and rave about the epic Dragon Blade, one of the most expensive movies ever made in China. Hakari, a frequent and favorite guest on Movie Addict Headquarters, contributes insightful and entertaining reviews to a variety of outlets including ReelTalk Movie Reviews, Classic Movie Guide, DVD Active, Attack from Planet B and CineSlice, his popular movie blog. The last Movie Addict HQ episode about Jackie Chan’s films took place in 2010. Since then, Chan has appeared in twelve more motion pictures. Will any of them make it to Hakari’s list of best Jackie Chan films?
Although the next presidential election won’t take place until November of 2016, media outlets are already focusing on the preliminary campaigns. That’s why Movie Addict Headquarters is presenting its third Best Film President Debate during this special episode. Here is your chance to vote again for the actor you think should be named Best Film President. Just listen to rousing campaign speeches by Jazz Shaw, A.J. Hakari, Fausta Rodriguez, Nikki Starr, and host Betty Jo Tucker plus information about important new candidates. Then send in your vote via e-mail by September 30. As a thank you for voting, your name will be added to a drawing for a free copy of Confessions of a Movie Addict. Will Harrison Ford win again -- or is he just a two-term wonder? Joining Ford among the nominees are: Morgan Freeman, Bill Pullman, Henry Fonda, Polly Bergen, Daniel Day Lewis, Danny Glover, Stephen Colbert and more.
Host Betty Jo Tucker reviews Ricki and the Flash, starring Meryl Streep. Plus, noted film critic Mack Bates drops by the show to talk about Streep’s illustrious acting career. Considered by many to be the greatest contemporary film actress, Streep has been honored with three Oscars and 21 Academy Award nominations. She earned those Oscars for The Iron Lady, Sophie’s Choice and Kramer vs. Kramer. But some of her most popular performances can be seen in such lighter fare as The Devil Wears Prada ,It’s Complicated and Mamma Mia! She displays her considerable vocal talent as a rock-and-roll singer in Ricki and the Flash. Known for being a perfectionist in preparing for her roles, Streep also boasts the ability to master any accent. Drama, comedy, musicals – all have been conquered by this acclaimed actress. Bates, a frequent guest on Movie Addict Headquarters, has written freelance articles for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and serves as a staff blogger for Milwaukee Magazine’s official film blog. He also received a local Emmy for his work on The Robert and Rosie Show.
Movie Addict Headquarters gets ready for National Dance Day (July 25) with Gene Kelly, James Cagney, Lucille Ball, Lily James, Dick Van Dyke, Lucie Arnaz, Julie Andrews and more. Tap, rumba, waltz, burlesque, musical comedy, ballet and other dance styles on film will be included in this special episode. National Dance Day was created to raise awareness about and encourage Americans to embrace dance as a fun and positive way to maintain good health. Back in 2010, Eleanor Holmes Norton introduced the resolution in Congress, and the last Saturday in July was designated as an “unofficial” national holiday by Nigel Lythgoe, co-creator of So You Think You Can Dance and co-president of the Dizzy Feet Foundation. This Movie Addict Headquarters episode salutes dancing from such movies as Singin’ in the Rain, Mary Poppins, Tap, Cinderella, Addicted to Love, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Dance Girl Dance, Yankee Doodle Dandy, Make Your Move, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, The Band Wagon and Footloose. C’mon --- let’s dance!!!
Movie Addict Headquarters pays tribute to James Horner, the composer of such memorable movie scores as Titanic, A Beautiful Mind, Avatar, Braveheart, Field of Dreams and The Spiderwick Chronicles. Noted film critics Richard Jack Smith and A.J. Hakari join in this celebration of Horner’s impressive contributions to the cinema. Smith is the soundtrack reviewer for ReelTalk Movie Reviews, and Hakari contributes movie reviews to various sites including his own popular blog CineSlice. Sadly, Horner died in a plane crash on June 22nd at age 61. He left behind a remarkable reputation as one of the greatest film composers of all time. He boasts 125 composing credits on the Internet Movie Data Base (IMDb). His score for Titanic earned him an Oscar, and his popular My Heart Will Go On also won an Academy Award as Best Original Song the same year. Plus, Horner received many additional Oscar nominations during his illustrious career. Here’s a list of his other Academy Award nominated film scores: Avatar, House of Sand and Fog, ABeautiful Mind, Apollo 13, Braveheart, Field of Dreams, An American Tail, and Aliens. Horner also won two Golden Globe Awards, three Satellite Awards, three Saturn Awards, and has been nominated for three British Academy Film Awards.
Movie Addict Headquarters invites you to our Eighth Year Anniversary Bash featuring clips of famous guests, favorite shows, a book giveaway and other goodies. The list of popular guests to be spotlighted includes such fascinating film folks as Cloris Leachman, Barry Bostwick, Tanna Frederick, Rita Moreno, Tippi Hedren, Lorna Luft, Lucie Arnaz, Robert Osborne, Nell Minow, Morgan Lawrence, Richard Jack Smith, Lizette Amado-Bettinger, Misha Zubarev, Tony Babino, J Blair Brown, Chuck Skull, A.J. Hakari, David Worth, Dragon Dronet, Mack Bates, Kyle Olson, Nell Minow, Debbie Reynolds, Rita Graham, James Colt Harrison, Diana Saenger, George Bettinger and Nancy Lombardo. Plus, the Top Ten episodes during the last twelve months will be revealed as well as the guest with the most listeners during the past eight years. And surprise guests might call in! It should be a fun -- and suspenseful -- party! Film-related books to be given away in a random drawing at this Anniversary Celebration include: Hollywood or Bust by Susan Marg; Confessions of a Movie Addict by Betty Jo Tucker; and It Had To Be Us by Harry & Elizabeth Lawrence.
Who are the greatest dancers of the silver screen? What are the top dance films and routines? In honor of the upcoming National Tap Dance Day, Movie Addict Headquarters revisits a lively discussion featuring avid dance fan Fausta Rodriguez, co-host Jazz Shaw, producer Nikki Starr -- and host Betty Jo Tucker, a former tap dancer. The encore presentation is dedicated to Derek Hough, one of today’s most dynamic dancers and star of the movie Make Your Move. Fortunately, Derek has recovered enough from his Dancing with the Stars injury to go on tour this summer with his sister Julianne Hough. Which dancers will be named the best by the show’s diverse panel? Among the contenders are: Gene Kelly, Cyd Charisse, Gregory Hines, Eleanor Powell, Fred Astaire, the Nicholas Brothers, Ginger Rogers, Debbie Reynolds, Donald O’Connor, Leslie Caron, Vera Ellen, Christopher Walken and Bill Robinson, whose birthday is celebrated on May 25 – a date established by the U.S. Congress as National Tap Dance Day in his honor. Some of the films under consideration during this episode include: Assassination Tango, The Bandwagon, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Singin’ in the Rain, Shall We Dance, Billy Elliott, West Side Story, Take the Lead, Flashdance, Hairspray, Easter Parade, Step Up, Footloose, Dirty Dancing and Tap.
George Bettinger, Nancy Lombardo and Steve Mendoza reveal their choices for greatest film comedians past and present in this Movie Addict Headquarters re-run episode. All three guests boast important experience as actors and comics. For example, Bettinger has won acclaim with his uncanny impressions; Lombardo appears frequently in "Saturday Night Live" skits; and Mendoza makes people laugh with his amusing take on life. Also, through the magic of imagination and technology, comedy greats W. C. Fields, Jimmy Durante, Mae West and Groucho Marx call in. Will Charlie Chaplin, Madeline Kahn, Buster Keaton, Jack Black, Jim Carrey, Kristen Wiig, Will Ferrell, Steve Martin, Lucille Ball, Eddie Murphy, Peter Sellers, Jerry Lewis or any of your other favorites make it to the list of Top Film Comedians? Listen in and find out. Here’s more background info on our three special guests: George Bettinger, aka Mr. Show Biz, served as host of the entertaining Mom & Pop Shop Show on DreamStreamRadio. Nancy Lombardo is the hilarious host of What's the Buzz on BlogTalkRadio, and Steve Mendoza has appeared in several movies, performed stand-up comedy, and is an accomplished chef and radio host. This encore show is dedicated to the great George Bettinger, who passed away on August 3, 2018. He is missed by fans throughout the world.
Maureen O'Hara, one of the great stars from the Golden Age of Hollywood, passed away on October 24, 2015. Movie Addict Headquarters paid tribute to her with this special episode that aired live in March of 2014. Film critics Diana Saenger and James Colt Harrison dropped by to salute the famous Irish actress who appeared in such classic movies as The Quiet Man, Mracle on 34th Street, How Green Was My Valley, Spanish Main and McClintock. Because of her beautiful red hair, she was called the Queen of Technicolor, and her work in so many Westerns earned her a Golden Boot Award in 1991. Brought to Hollywood from Ireland by Charles Laughton in the late 1930s, Maureen achieved immediate acclaim for her fiery performances in The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Jamaica Inn. She remained a popular box-office draw throughout her long acting career and played opposite a host of A-list actors including John Wayne, Tyrone Power, Henry Fonda and Jimmy Stewart. It was a treat to hear classic movie experts Diana Saenger and James Colt Harrison discuss Maureen O'Hara's remarkable film career. Diana is the founder of Classic Movie Guide, and James is a film historian who writes movie commentary for a variety of outlets, including Review Express and Classic Movie Guide. Maureen O'Hara was a multi-talented actress and grand lady. She will be missed -- but her wonderful performances live on through the magic of film.
FILM CRITIC | EDITOR | AUTHOR - Betty Jo Tucker serves as Editor, Lead Film Critic for ReelTalk Movie Reviews, writes film commentary for the Colorado Senior Beacon, is the award-winning author of "Confessions of a Movie Addict and Susan Sarandon: A True Maverick" and hosts a weekly radio show, "Movie Addict Headquarters," on BlogTalkRadio. Using the pen names of Harry and Elizabeth Lawrence, Betty Jo and her husband Larry co-wrote "It Had To Be Us," an award-winning romantic memoir now in the early stages of film adaptation. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: Is there really such a thing as objective film criticism? Why aren't there more female movie reviewers? How do you collect information while you're watching a film? Do you take notes? If so, doesn't that affect your experience of the film? If not, how do you recollect factual details when you sit down to write your review? WEBSITE: BlogTalkRadio.com/MovieAddictHeadquarters
FILM CRITIC | EDITOR | AUTHOR - Betty Jo Tucker serves as Editor, Lead Film Critic for ReelTalk Movie Reviews, writes film commentary for the Colorado Senior Beacon, is the award-winning author of "Confessions of a Movie Addict and Susan Sarandon: A True Maverick" and hosts a weekly radio show, "Movie Addict Headquarters," on BlogTalkRadio. Using the pen names of Harry and Elizabeth Lawrence, Betty Jo and her husband Larry co-wrote "It Had To Be Us," an award-winning romantic memoir now in the early stages of film adaptation. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: Is there really such a thing as objective film criticism? Why aren't there more female movie reviewers? How do you collect information while you're watching a film? Do you take notes? If so, doesn't that affect your experience of the film? If not, how do you recollect factual details when you sit down to write your review? WEBSITE: BlogTalkRadio.com/MovieAddictHeadquarters
Actors Zack Ward and Julie Matthews, two of the original cast members of A Christmas Story, share their reactions about being involved in this great holiday classic. Zack played the scary red-haired bully. Julie was one of the carolers and helped with the film's casting. Zack has also appeared in numerous TV shows and many other films including Transformers, Almost Famous and Resident Evil: Apocalypse. Julie has achieved success as a character actress in movies like Major League and Bob Roberts. Her showbiz background also includes work as an agent, director, talent scout, producer, TV director, acting coach, publicist and writer. Adding to the fun, A.J. Hakari (The Mad Movie Man) joins the celebration. Although a tough film critic, A.J. admits that A Christmas Story is his all-time favorite motion picture. Movie Addict Headquarters happily airs this episode annually as a tribute to one of the best family films ever made.
Film critic A.J. Hakari drops by Movie Addict Headquarters to discuss Oscar winner Angelina Jolie’s movies and her rise to fame. Maleficent earned more money during opening weekend than any other Jolie film, and she is currently winning acclaim for her portrayal of the title role in this new Disney production. What are Angelina’s best films and performances? Why has she become such an iconic figure worldwide? Those questions and more will be covered during this episode. Hakari, aka the Mad Movie Man, contributes film reviews to Classic Movie Guide and Review Express as well as to Terror Tube, ReelTalk Movie Reviews and his own popular blog CineSlice. What are your favorite Angelina Jolie movies? Below are a few titles to jog your memory. GIRL, INTERRUPTED MR. & MRS. SMITH LARA CROFT: TOMB RAIDER CHANGELING ORIGINAL SIN SALT THE BONE COLLECTOR THE TOURIST A MIGHTY HEART SKY CAPTAIN AND THE WORLD OF TOMORROW WANTED BEYOND BORDERS HACKERS
Movie Addict Headquarters salutes the following funny ladies of film: Tina Fey, Cloris Leachman, Madeline Kahn, Debbie Reynolds and Gilda Radner. Comedian Nancy Lombardo, host of Comedy Concepts on BlogTalkRadio, plans to join in the festivities. This fun episode includes: testimonials for Tina Fey; Cloris Leachman’s comedy ambush; Debbie Reynold’s humorous comments about men; Madeline Kahn’s terrific interview by George Bettinger; Gilda Radner’s famous tap audition; and some amusing surprises! Nancy Lombardo appears frequently on “Saturday Night Live” and has released a very funny CD titled “Color Me Crazy.” She also performs her hilarious standup comedy act at numerous venues and is the host and creator of MOMEDY™, part of the International Mamapalooza Festival held every May in New York City. She’s been featured as a writer and performer on radio, network and cable television, including Comedy Tonight, Nickelodeon and the Comedy Channel. No wonder Nancy was named a winner of the Toyota Comedy Festival’s "Laughter in Motion” Award and received a Cable Arts Insight Comedy Award!
Movie Addict Headquarters pays tribute to George Clooney, one of Hollywood's most colorful actors, during this episode. A revealing interview with Kimberly Potts, author of GeorgeClooney: The Last Great Movie Star, will be revisited followed by a discussion of Clooney's latest projects as an actor and activist. The busy actor received Oscar nominations for two 2011 films, The Descendants and The Ides of March. Plus he's currently deeply involved in efforts to solve the tragic ethnic cleansing crisis in Sudan.
FILM CRITIC | EDITOR | NOVELIST - This week our guest is Betty Jo Tucker. Betty Jo Tucker serves as editor/lead film critic for ReelTalk Movie Reviews, a website with over 3500 film reviews and more than 500 featured articles. She also writes movie commentary for the Colorado Senior Beacon and is the author of three film-related books: Confessions of a Movie Addict, Susan Sarandon: A True Maverick, and The Reel Deal: Writing about Movies as well as co-author of It Had To Be Us, an award-winning romantic memoir. Her radio show, “Movie Addict Headquarters,” can be heard via the Internet on BlogTalkRadio. We will be discussing the best and not-so-good movies of 2011. We hear stories from Betty about some of the stars that she has interviewed like Angelina Jolie, Pierce Brosnan and more. BETTY JO TUCKER WEBSITE: bettyjotucker.com
Award-winning director/screenwriter Rolfe Kanefsky visits Movie Addict Headquarters to discuss “1 in theGun,” his neo-noir thriller scheduled for DVD release on November 8. Kanefsky has written and directed 15 feature films, including “Pretty Cool,” “Dead Scared,” and “There’s Nothing Out There.” He earned a top screenplay award at the L.A. Shriekfest competition and was the subject of a featured cover story for Hollywood Scriptwriter magazine. Kanefsky’s features have been selected and won multiple awards at various prestigious film festivals. Producer Esther Goodstein, who plays a small but important role in Kanefsky's 1 in the Gun, also joins in the lively discussion.
Renowned film critics Nell Minow, aka The Movie Mom, and MadMovie Man A.J. Hakari join Movie Addict Headquarters to discuss the upcoming film and DVD release schedule for Fall of 2011. Nell writes about culture, media and values for Beliefnet.com and was selected to be one of Roger Ebert's film critics on "Ebert Presents At the Movies." A.J. is the founder and editor of Passport Cinema and writes film reviews for Classic Movie Guide, ReelTalk Movie Reviews and Terror Tube. Nell and A.J. are not shy about expressing their opinions -- so they make a great team. That's why, by popular demand, they appear together on MAHQ so often. Who can forget their lively "Aliens vs. Monsters" debate? This should be another fun show!
James Sheridan, co-author of the newly released “Lucille Ball FAQ: Everything Left To Know about America's Favorite Redhead ,"helps Movie Addict Headquarters pay tribute to the beloved show biz icon who charmed fans throughout the world with her movies, TV shows and stage appearances. Elisabeth Edwards, author of "I Love Lucy: ACelebration of All Things Lucy" as well as other books about Lucille Ball, also plans to call in. Don't miss this fun show!
Get ready for the upcoming NATIONAL DANCE DAY by revisiting some great dancing in the movies. Who are your favorite film dancers? What are your favorite movies featuring dance numbers? Fausta Wertz, an avid dance fan, shares her picks with the Movie Addict Headquarters gang.
Katharine Hepburn, who earned four Academy Awards and twelve Oscar nominations, is widely acknowledged as one of the finest actresses in film history. During this episode, Hepburn’s niece, Katharine Houghton -- the actress who played her daughter in “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?”-- will help Movie Addict Headquarters pay tribute to her famous aunt. Houghton boasts many additional film and TV acting credits, inclluding appearances in such movies as "Kinsey," "Ethan Frome," and "The Last Airbender." She is also a successful playwright. Film historian James Colt Harrison and Diana Saenger from Classic Movie Guide will also participate in this special tribute to the legendary Katharine Hepburn.
Stephen Schochet, author of "Fascinating Walt Disney" and "Hollywood Stories: Short, Entertaining Anecdotes about the Starsand Legends of Hollywood, " visits Movie Addict Headquarters to help celebrate the 56th anniversary of the opening of Disneyland. As a Hollywood tour guide, Stephen began doing research years ago in order to tell colorful tales about Tinseltown to his customers – and most of these tales are included in his entertaining books. Stephen also hosts a syndicated one minute radio feature called "Hollywood Stories."
Come celebrate “Four Fun Years” as the Movie Addict Headquarters gang recall memorable moments selected from over 200 episodes broadcast on BlogTalkRadio since 2007. Highlights include interviews with the legendary Debbie Reynolds, noted filmmaker DavidWorth, Sebastian the Crab from "The Little Memaid," and many other fascinating film folks -- plus tribute shows for stars like Clint Eastwood, Hugh Jackman, Joan Steiger, Michael Caine, Kevin Costner and Judy Garland. In honor of the show’s fourth anniversary, a book giveaway drawing will be held. Prizes in this drawing include the following film-related books: BORN STANDING UP by Steve Martin; CONFESSIONS OF A MOVIE ADDICT by Betty Jo Tucker; EVERYTHING I NEED TO KNOW I LEARNEDC FROM A CHICK FLICK by Kimberly Potts; and SUSAN SARANDON: A TRUE MAVERICK by Betty Jo Tucker. Don't miss this fun show!
As an early Mother’s Day treat, Movie Addict Headquarters revisits Cloris Leachman and her son George Englund Jr. during this episode – and what a dynamic mother/son team they are! They talk about Cloris’s extraordinary showbiz career as well as her candid autobiography, titled simply “CLORIS,” which was published in 2009. Cloris boasts a wealth of acting experience to draw from -- and she relates many humorous incidents for listeners to enjoy, while George reveals what it’s like to be his mother’s manager. Cloris has been wowing audiences for over half a century. She’s worked with such megastars as Paul Newman, Meryl Streep, Steve McQueen, Katharine Hepburn, Dianne Keaton and Sissy Spacek. Among her numerous memorable films are The Last Picture Show (which earned her a Best Supporting Actress Oscar), Young Frankenstein and High Anxiety. Her television career is equally remarkable -- even without considering her sensational appearance on Dancing with the Stars. She’s won nine Emmys for her brilliant work in such shows as Malcolm in the Middle, Mary Tyler Moore, Promised Land and A Brand New Life.
Piggybacking on the recent Eternity Award Joan Benedict Steiger received for her remarkable acting career, the folks at Movie Addict Headquarters pay tribute to her in this special episode. Joan is interviewed about her extensive experience in films, on stage and in television. Plus Adilah Barnes from the Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival and actor Tyrone Power Jr. call in to share their reactions to Joan's acting expertise. Joan’s dozen movie credits include starring roles in “A Month of Sundays” and “The FlyingDutchman” opposite her late husband, Rod Steiger. Her new film, “Dead Border,” is a horror flick and should be released sometime this year. Among Joan’s stage credits are roles in productions like “Promises, Promises,” “The Beauty Queen of Leenane,” and her one-woman show “Leona.” Joan’s TV career began when she was a member of the original ensemble of “The Steve Allen Show,” followed by roles on several daytime dramas and series guest appearances.
Actor/writer/film critic Phil Hall returns to Movie Addict Headquarters for a discussion about his exciting new projects including: “Uncorked,” a movie he wrote and stars in; “What If They Lived? Hollywood’s Lost Stars and the Futures They Never Had,” a book he co-authored with Rory Aronsky; and the upcoming New England Underground Film Festival. In “Uncorked,” Hall plays an inebriated park-bench philosopher who discovers the presence of a camera crew and proceeds to explain his bizarre philosophy and lifestyle. Hall has also appeared in such movies as “London Betty,” “Bikini Bloodbath Car Wash,” and “My Mouth Lies Screaming.”In “What If They Lived?” Hall and his co-author speculate on what might have happened if fate had been kinder to stars like Rudolph Valentino, Jean Harlow, and Heath Ledger -- who all died before fulfilling their career destinies.
Patrick Fabian, the star of CMT’s first scripted comedy “Working Class,” drops by Movie Addict Headquarters to talk about this new project and his award-winning role in “The Last Exorcism” as well as other highlights from his acting career. Patrick’s credits include over 73 television shows, multiple film credits and many stage roles. Recently he received critical recognition for playing Ted Price on seasons three/four of HBO’s “Big Love.”
Betty Jo Tucker serves as the editor/lead film critic for the ReelTalk Movie Reviews website and hosts a weekly radio show, "Movie Addict Headquarters," on BlogTalkradio. She teaches an online class, “The Reel Deal: Writing about Movies,” for the LSS School of Writing and is the author of CONFESSIONS OF A MOVIE ADDICT, an amusing memoir about her life at the movies, and SUSAN SARANDON: A TRUE MAVERICK, an analysis of Sarandon's remarkable film career. Her film reviews also appear in the Colorado Senior Beacon and the Heal Yourself Talk Radio Magazine. Betty Jo and her husband co-wrote IT HAD TO BE US, an award-winning romantic memoir, under the pseudonyms of Harry & Elizabeth Lawrence. For more information, please go to www.BettyJoTucker.com
The BlogTalkRadio Community Manager Deborah Ng and Shaun Daily take you insider BTR. Exciting guests and interesting topics.
The BlogTalkRadio Community Manager Deborah Ng and Shaun Daily take you insider BTR. Exciting guests and interesting topics.
Betty Jo Tucker from Movie Addict Headquarters will tell us what is the makings behind this movie critic. The topic this week will be: What it takes to organize your show. Join us every Wednesday to find out who is behind the screen name of our hosts and dedicated listeners. Also, learn some BTR hints to make your show or listening experience even better than it is. Mature.
Betty Jo Tucker from Movie Addict Headquarters will tell us what is the makings behind this movie critic. The topic this week will be: What it takes to organize your show. Join us every Wednesday to find out who is behind the screen name of our hosts and dedicated listeners. Also, learn some BTR hints to make your show or listening experience even better than it is. Mature.
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