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Bujumbura international airport is in which country?

Bujumbura games, it is the country's largest stadium with 22,000 seats. The city is also home to multiple Basketball and Tennis courts, as well as a multitude of indoor and outdoor swimming pools. The University of Burundi is in Bujumbura, as are Hope Africa University and Université du Lac Tanganyika. International schools: The Bujumbura International Airport is situated on the outskirts of the city. Public transport in Bujumbura mainly consists of taxis and mini-buses, locally known as the Hiace. Public transport vehicles are generally white and blue. Bujumbura's taxis are abundant all over the city, and are considered the safest form

Bujumbura and claustrophobia, by running, often in a group." In March 2014, President Pierre Nkurunziza banned jogging, due to "fears it was being used as a cover for subversion." That same month, twenty-one opposition supporters were sentenced to life in prison for using "jogging" as a way to organize "an illegal demonstration that turned violent." As of June 2014 in Bujumbura, "the authorities have since restricted jogging clubs to certain areas. All sports must now take place in nine parks in Bujumbura and other designated football pitches." Bujumbura is governed by a community council and community administrator. It is further divided

The painting The Scream was stolen form which city in 1994?

The Scream other pigments in use in the 19th century. "The Scream" has been the target of a number of thefts and theft attempts. Some damage has been suffered in these thefts. On 12 February 1994, the same day as the opening of the 1994 Winter Olympics in Lillehammer, two men broke into the National Gallery, Oslo, and stole its version of "The Scream", leaving a note reading "Thanks for the poor security". The painting had been moved down to a second-story gallery as part of the Olympic festivities. After the gallery refused to pay a ransom demand of US$1 million in

The Scream March 1994, Norwegian police set up a sting operation with assistance from the British police (SO10) and the Getty Museum and the painting was recovered undamaged on 7 May 1994. In January 1996, four men were convicted in connection with the theft, including Pål Enger, who had been convicted of stealing Munch's "Vampire" in 1988. They were released on appeal on legal grounds: the British agents involved in the sting operation had entered Norway under false identities. The 1910 version of "The Scream" was stolen on 22 August 2004, during daylight hours, when masked gunmen entered the Munch Museum in

What was Paul Newman's first movie?

Paul Newman death in an automobile collision. Newman's first film for Hollywood was "The Silver Chalice" (1954). The film was a box office failure and the actor would later acknowledge his disdain for it. In 1956, Newman garnered much attention and acclaim for the role of Rocky Graziano in "Somebody Up There Likes Me". In 1958, he starred in "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" (1958), opposite Elizabeth Taylor. The film was a box office smash and Newman garnered his first Academy Award nomination. Also in 1958, Newman starred in "The Long, Hot Summer" with Joanne Woodward, with whom he reconnected on

Paul S. Newman father of two children, Peter Newman and Lisa Newman. Newman died of a heart attack in Columbia, Maryland, where he and his wife lived. Paul S. Newman Paul Sylvan Newman (April 29, 1924 – May 30, 1999) was an American writer of comic books, comic strips, and books, whose career spanned the 1940s to the 1990s. Credited in the "Guinness Book of World Records" as the most prolific comic-book writer, with more than 4,100 published stories totaling approximately 36,000 pages, he is otherwise best known for scripting the comic-book series "Turok" for 26 years. Paul Sylvan Newman was born in

Which University of Wisconsin has the highest enrolment figure?

University of Wisconsin System separate provosts and identities. Since the 1971 union of the universities and colleges under the University of Wisconsin System name, there has been a controversy over the arrangement. The name "University of Wisconsin" is often used to refer to the Madison campus, which has made it difficult for other institutions to make names for themselves. Conversely, many who are connected to UW–Madison have claimed that having so many institutions share the "University of Wisconsin" title has caused a form of brand dilution. In 2006 and 2009, the students at the Milwaukee campus voted on whether the school should change its

University of Wisconsin System System, with a total enrollment of approximately 43,000 students, of whom approximately 32,000 are undergraduates. The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, which traces its history back to 1885, is the second largest university in Wisconsin,with an enrollment of over 30,000 students. The university is categorized as an R1: Doctoral Universities – Highest research activity in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. There are eleven comprehensive universities in the University of Wisconsin System that grant baccalaureate and master's degrees: The University of Wisconsin–La Crosse began offering a doctorate in 2007; the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire did so starting in 2010, the

Which word used to be in the name of The San Francisco Ballet?

San Francisco Ballet San Francisco Ballet San Francisco Ballet is a ballet company, founded in 1933 as the San Francisco Opera Ballet under the leadership of ballet master Adolph Bolm. The company is currently based in the War Memorial Opera House, San Francisco, under the direction of Helgi Tomasson. San Francisco Ballet was the first professional ballet company in the United States. It is among the world's leading dance companies, presenting more than 100 performances annually, with a repertoire that spans both classical and contemporary ballet. Along with American Ballet Theatre and the New York City Ballet, San Francisco Ballet has been described

San Francisco Ballet Building San Francisco Ballet Building The San Francisco Ballet Building, located in San Francisco, California, was designed by architect Beverly Willis and completed in 1984. "The New York Times" identified it as "the first building in the United States to be designed and constructed exclusively for the use of a major ballet company." The San Francisco Ballet Building is located within the Civic Center, San Francisco. Beverly Willis’s design would later serve as a model for the design of future American ballet companies and schools. Upon completion, the San Francisco Ballet Building became a landmark achievement in the ballet world. "The

Which singer has appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine 16 times?

Heart of Stone (The Rolling Stones song) Heart of Stone (The Rolling Stones song) "Heart of Stone" is a song by the English rock band The Rolling Stones, released as a single in 1964 in the United States, and on an extended-play single in Europe (pictured). It was not released in the United Kingdom until featuring on the "Out of Our Heads" UK album released September 1965. Written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, "Heart of Stone" was scheduled as a single release in the United States. In the United Kingdom it appeared as a track on the UK album "Out of Our Heads" and in many

The Cover of Rolling Stone solo) has been unable to "get their pictures/on the cover of the "Rolling Stone"". As the song was riding high on the charts, the magazine acquiesced to Dr. Hook's request -- sort of. The March 29, 1973 cover of Rolling Stone did indeed feature the band, but in caricature, rather than in a photograph. Also, the group's name was not used; instead the caption read simply, "What's-Their-Names Make the Cover." BBC Radio refused to play the song, as it contained the name of a commercial publication ("Rolling Stone") and could therefore be considered advertising. An urban legend states that the

What nationality were Mother Teresa's parents?

Mother Teresa: Saint or Celebrity? character piece creates a comprehensive cross-cultural examination that has the potential to become a new archetypal work of this mercurial personality.’ In "Mother Teresa: Saint or Celebrity?" and other academic publications on the Albanian-born nun, Alpion is critical of Christopher Hitchens' vitriol on her. Writing in the "Hindustan Times" in 2014, Alpion criticizes Hitchens and other detractors of Mother Teresa, such as Germaine Greer and Richard Dawkins for, what he calls, their 'superficial understanding' of the sister. Mother Teresa: Saint or Celebrity? Mother Teresa: Saint or Celebrity? is a 2007 non-fiction book written by Gëzim Alpion about Mother Teresa. Gëzim

Criticism of Mother Teresa "First Things" criticises Christopher Hitchens' methods and findings of the Université de Montréal review. A more detailed response to criticism of Mother Teresa's critics came from William A. Donohue. Melanie McDonagh believes that Mother Teresa is in large part "criticized for not being what she never set out to be, for not doing things which she never saw as her job." Mother Teresa was not a social worker. She did not address the fundamental causes of poverty; "she wasn't trying to do anything except treat people at the margins of society as if they were Christ himself." Mari Marcel Thekaekara

Who had a 60s No 1 hit with I'm Telling You Now?

I'm Telling You Now stardom. The dancing by Freddie and the band during this song spawned a minor dance fad, "The Freddie". I'm Telling You Now "I'm Telling You Now" is a song by Freddie Garrity and Mitch Murray, originally performed by Freddie and the Dreamers, that hit number one on the American "Billboard" Hot 100 in 1965. Murray also wrote songs for other British artists during the 1960s, including Gerry and the Pacemakers, Manfred Mann, and Georgie Fame. "I'm Telling You Now" was first released in 1963 on Capitol Records, USA/Canada and on Columbia, UK/India/Netherlands/Sweden, but was not successful. Two years later, Capitol's

Who Am I Telling You? D. Huff from "Twisted Ears" calls the song "grand in its simplicity" where as critic Doug Collette from "All About Jazz" praises Truck's slide guitar playing on the song, noting: "he is readily identifiable on 'Who Am I Telling You?'" but at the same time thinks that "neither these, nor other arrangements allow for much extended improvisation during which Trucks–and/or Clapton and Cale." In 2016, a live version featuring Clapton and Cale was released on "Live in San Diego". Who Am I Telling You? "Who Am I Telling You?" is a song written by American singer-songwriter J. J. Cale who

Which philosopher wrote Eros and Civilization and One Dimensional Man?

Eros and Civilization According to P. D. Casteel, "Eros and Civilization" is, with "One-Dimensional Man", the work Marcuse is best known for. Eros and Civilization Eros and Civilization: A Philosophical Inquiry into Freud (1955; second edition, 1966) is a book by the German philosopher and social critic Herbert Marcuse, in which the author proposes a non-repressive society, attempts a synthesis of the theories of Karl Marx and Sigmund Freud, and explores the potential of collective memory to be a source of disobedience and revolt and point the way to an alternative future. Its title alludes to Freud's "Civilization and Its Discontents" (1930). The

Eros and Civilization by "Eros and Civilization". He pointed to Altman as an activist who had been inspired by the book, which inspired him to argue that the challenge to "conventional norms" represented by gay people made them revolutionary. Rainer Funk wrote that the psychoanalyst Erich Fromm, in a letter to the philosopher Raya Dunayevskaya, dismissed "Eros and Civilization" as an incompetent distortion of Freud and "the expression of an alienation and despair masquerading as radicalism" and referred to Marcuse's "ideas for the future man" as irrational and sickening. The gay rights activist Jeffrey Escoffier discussed "Eros and Civilization" in "GLBTQ Social Sciences",

What are the international registration letters of a vehicle from Sri Lanka?

Vehicle registration plates of Sri Lanka with the Sinhala script letter Sri (ශ්‍රී) in the middle was introduced, this started from Reg no "1 Sri 1". The current version started in 2000. It was developed by the German Utsch AG using a variation of the FE-Schrift. As of 2013 a new system with 3 English letters starting from AAA 0001 has been introduced. The international vehicle registration code for Sri Lanka is CL. Vehicle registration plates of Sri Lanka Vehicle registration plates of Sri Lanka (known in Sri Lanka as "number plates") started soon after introduction of motorcars in 1903. Initially the numbers started with Q,

Vehicle registration plate this font is prohibited by the Land Transport Authority (LTA). A typical vehicle registration number comes in the format "SBA 1234 A": Vehicle registration plates of Sri Lanka (known in Sri Lanka as "number plates") started soon after introduction of motorcars in 1903. Initially the numbers started with Q, and the oldest existing plate is "Q 53" of a 1903 Wolsley. Later the island was divided into sections from "A " to "Z" (Ex A 123 ), then after World War II it changed to the two Roman letter plates combining pairs of letters in the word CEYLON . These

Who directed the movie East of Eden?

East of Eden (film) Dean and Massey was characterized by Turan as "the paradigmatic generational conflict in all of American film." Wins Nominations East of Eden (film) East of Eden is a 1955 film, directed by Elia Kazan, and loosely based on the second half of the 1952 novel of the same name by John Steinbeck. It is about a wayward young man who, while seeking his own identity, vies for the affection of his deeply religious father against his favored brother, thus retelling the story of Cain and Abel. The film stars Julie Harris, James Dean (in his first major screen role), and

Eden of the East Eden of the East A compilation of the TV series, "Eden of The East Compilation: Air Communication", had a limited theatrical release on September 26, 2009. Two other theatrical films have also been released. "Eden of the East Movie I: The King of Eden" (taking place six months after the series) was released in Japan on November 28, 2009 and the second movie, "Eden of the East the Movie II: Paradise Lost" (taking place hours after "The King of Eden"), was released on March 13, 2010. The TV series and both films have been licensed for release in North America

In which year did Count Basie die?

Count Basie Theatre the Carlton did also. In 1973, a significant anonymous donation allowed the Monmouth County Arts Council to preserve and reopen the historic theater for cultural uses. The theater was renamed the Monmouth Arts Center. In 1984, it was renamed as the Count Basie Theatre, in memorial to William “Count” Basie, the great jazz pianist, bandleader, composer, and Red Bank native, who had died that year. The arts council operated the theater until June 30, 1999, when the not-for-profit corporation Count Basie Theatre, Inc. was established to manage, program, and preserve the theater. As part of its $26 million expansion, the

Count Basie album "The Count Basie Story" (Frank Foster, arranger) and "Basie and Eckstine, Inc.": album featuring Billy Eckstine, Quincy Jones (as arranger) and the Count Basie Orchestra. It was released by Roulette Records, then later reissued by Capitol Records. Later that year, Basie appeared on a television special with Fred Astaire, featuring a dance solo to "Sweet Georgia Brown", followed in January 1961 by Basie performing at one of the five John F. Kennedy Inaugural Balls. That summer, Basie and Duke Ellington combined forces for the recording "First Time! The Count Meets the Duke", each providing four numbers from their play

Which actress retold the story of Alice in Wonderland set in New Jersey and New York City?

Alice in Wonderland (1999 film) Alice in Wonderland (1999 film) Alice in Wonderland is a 1999 made-for-television film adaptation of Lewis Carroll's books "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" and "Through the Looking-Glass". It was first broadcast on NBC and then shown on British television on Channel 4. Tina Majorino played the lead role of Alice, and a number of well-known performers portrayed the eccentric characters whom Alice meets during the course of the story, including Ben Kingsley, Ken Dodd, Martin Short, Whoopi Goldberg, Peter Ustinov, Christopher Lloyd, Gene Wilder, Robbie Coltrane and Miranda Richardson. The film won four Emmy Awards in the categories of costume design,

Alice in Wonderland (1931 film) Alice in Wonderland (1931 film) Alice in Wonderland (1931) is an independently made black-and-white Pre-Code American film based on Lewis Carroll's 1865 novel "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland", directed by Bud Pollard, produced by Hugo Maienthau, and filmed at Metropolitan Studios in Fort Lee, New Jersey. This was the first sound version of the story, and therefore the first film in which Carroll's original dialogue was heard. The film starred Ruth Gilbert as Alice and Leslie King as the Mad Hatter. The film opened at the Warner Theatre in New York City. The movie begins with a jazzy theme song written

Which bridge is the subject of Hart Crane's The bridge?

The Bridge (long poem) The Bridge (long poem) The Bridge, first published in 1930 by the Black Sun Press, is Hart Crane's first, and only, attempt at a long poem. (Its primary status as either an epic or a series of lyrical poems remains contested; recent criticism tends to read it as a hybrid, perhaps indicative of a new genre, the "modernist epic.") "The Bridge" was inspired by New York City's "poetry landmark", the Brooklyn Bridge. Crane lived for some time at 110 Columbia Heights in Brooklyn, where he had an excellent view of the bridge; only after "The Bridge" was finished did Crane

Hart Crane Hart Crane Harold Hart Crane (July 21, 1899 – April 27, 1932) was an American poet. Finding both inspiration and provocation in the poetry of T. S. Eliot, Crane wrote modernist poetry that was difficult, highly stylized, and ambitious in its scope. In his most ambitious work, "The Bridge", Crane sought to write an epic poem, in the vein of "The Waste Land", that expressed a more optimistic view of modern, urban culture than the one that he found in Eliot's work. In the years following his suicide at the age of 32, Crane has been hailed by playwrights, poets,

Who is credited with inventing the Tarzan yodel?

Tarzan in film and other non-print media the Weissmuller films, even though they shared a jungle treehouse and (particularly in the second film of the series, "Tarzan and His Mate") a strong sexual chemistry. In keeping with Motion Picture Production Code requirements, their son "Boy" was found and adopted rather than born to Jane. The "Boy" character, played by Johnny Sheffield, appeared in eight consecutive films in the series, starting with "Tarzan Finds a Son" (1939). Weissmüller's yodel-like "Tarzan yell" became so associated with the character that it was sometimes dubbed into later films featuring different actors. Cheeta the chimpanzee provided comic relief through the series. Due

Blue Yodel Blue Yodel The Blue Yodel songs are a series of thirteen songs written and recorded by Jimmie Rodgers during the period from 1927 to his death in May 1933. The songs were based on the 12-bar blues format and featured Rodgers’ trademark yodel refrains. The lyrics often had a risqué quality with “a macho, slightly dangerous undertone”. The original 78 issue of "Blue Yodel No. 1 ("T" for Texas)" sold more than a half million copies, a phenomenal number at the time. The term "blue yodel" is also sometimes used to differentiate the earlier Austrian yodeling from the American form

In which state do most Cree Indians live in the USA?

Cree on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation and as "Landless Cree" and "Rocky Boy Cree" on the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation, all in Montana. The Chippewa Cree share the reservation with the Pembina Band of Chippewa Indians, who form the "Chippewa" (Ojibwa) half of the Chippewa Cree tribe. On the other Reservations, the Cree minority share the Reservation with the Assiniboine, Gros Ventre and Sioux tribes. Traditionally, the southern limits of the Cree territory in Montana were the Missouri River and the Milk River. 1 Naskapi ("Iyiyiw" and "Innu") 2 Montagnais<br> a Eastern Montagnais ("Innu") b Western Montagnais ("Nehilaw" and "Ilniw")

Apocalypse Live in USA Apocalypse Live in USA Apocalypse Live in USA is the first live album by Brazilian progressive rock group APocalypse. The Rock Symphony Record Company release the band's double-live album recorded at North Carolina including a multimedia track with the band's history, discography, video clips, and photos. The tracks were taken from their previous CDs released by Musea Records, but there are also the Refúgio album tracks "América do Sul," "ProgJazz," and "Toccata." There is also a track called "Clássicos," which features rock versions of songs by Grieg ("In the Hall of the Mountain King"), Beethoven ("Symphony No. 9"), Bach ("Minuet

Out of 11 series of prime time seasons how many times did Happy days make the Nielsen Top Twenty?

How Many More Times How Many More Times "How Many More Times" is the ninth and final track on English rock band Led Zeppelin's 1969 debut album "Led Zeppelin". The song is credited in the album liner to Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones, and John Bonham, but Robert Plant was later added to the ASCAP credits. At eight and a half minutes, "How Many More Times" is the longest song on the album. It is one of three Led Zeppelin songs on which Page used bowed guitar. In an interview he gave to "Guitar World" magazine in 1993, Page stated that the song "was

Many Happy Returns (Person of Interest) raw emotions and ideals that delve into morality and change while ignoring simple happy endings make "Person of Interest" continue to stand out." Many Happy Returns (Person of Interest) "Many Happy Returns" is the twenty-first episode of the first season of the American television drama series "Person of Interest". It is the 21st overall episode of the series and is written by Erik Mountain from a story by Mountain and series creator Jonathan Nolan and directed by Frederick E. O. Toye. It aired on CBS in the United States and on CTV in Canada on May 3, 2012. In February

Who wrote the novel Watership Down?

Watership Down Watership Down Watership Down is a survival and adventure novel by English author Richard Adams, published by Rex Collings Ltd of London in 1972. Set in southern England, the story features a small group of rabbits. Although they live in their natural environment, they are anthropomorphised, possessing their own culture, language, proverbs, poetry, and mythology. Evoking epic themes, the novel follows the rabbits as they escape the destruction of their warren and seek a place to establish a new home, encountering perils and temptations along the way. "Watership Down" was Richard Adams' first novel. Although it was rejected by several

Tales from Watership Down "Watership Down", Hyzenthlay, a doe, rises to the position of Co-Chief Rabbit with her mate, Hazel. A reviewer for "The New York Times" wrote that while it was a "lighthearted companion piece" to "Watership Down", it was "a little disjointed as a stand-alone volume". The book was praised by another reviewer at Salon.com, who wrote: "The pure, unfamiliar feelings evoked in "The Story of the Three Cows" and in the gory "The Hole in the Sky" — just two of the stories here—persist for quite a while after you've finished reading them". Tales from Watership Down Tales from Watership Down

On which river was the Kariba Dam built?

Kariba Dam the capacity of the Kafue dam was much lower than that at Kariba. Initially the dam was managed and maintained by the Central African Power Corporation. The Kariba Dam is now owned and operated by the Zambezi River Authority, which is jointly and equally owned by Zimbabwe and Zambia. Since Zambia's independence, two dams have been built on the Kafue River: the Kafue Gorge Dam and the Itezhi-Tezhi Dam. The creation of the reservoir forced resettlement of about 57,000 Tonga people living along the Zambezi in both Northern Rhodesia and Southern Rhodesia. From "The Shadow of The Dam", a first-hand

Kariba (District) Kariba (District) Kariba is a district and constituency on the shores of Lake Kariba in the Mashonaland West Province of northern Zimbabwe, along the border with Zambia. The constituency comprises 12 rural wards or municipalities in Kariba Rural, also known as Nyaminyami Rural District, and 9 urban wards in Kariba Town, the district capital. The district's total population was just under 60,000 in 2011. Kariba town was built to house the workers who built Kariba Dam, which was completed in 1960 to supply Zimbabwe and Zambia with hydroelectric power, and which gave rise to one of the largest artificial lakes

Detroit born Diana Earle became famous under which name?

Diana Ross Diana Ross Diana Ross (born March 26, 1944) is an American singer, actress, and record producer. Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Ross rose to fame as the lead singer of the vocal group the Supremes, which, during the 1960s, became Motown's most successful act, and are the best charting girl group in US history, as well as one of the world's best-selling girl groups of all time. The group released a record-setting twelve number-one hit singles on the US "Billboard" Hot 100, including "Where Did Our Love Go", "Baby Love", "Come See About Me", "Stop! In the Name of

Diana (name) Diana (name) Diana or Diane is a feminine given name probably derived from an Indo-European root word referring to the divine. It is the name of the Roman goddess Diana, the goddess of the hunt, forests, and childbirth. The French form of the name is Diane. In Persian Diana means "supplier (messenger) of beneficence and wellness". Diana has consistently ranked among the top 200 names used for girls born in the United States since the 1930s. It was the 107th most popular name for baby girls born in the United States in 2007. It was the 96th most common name

Who had and 80s NO 1 with The Tide is High?

The Tide Is High versions The Tide Is High "The Tide Is High" is a 1966 song written by John Holt, originally produced by Duke Reid and performed by the Jamaican group The Paragons, with Holt as lead singer. The song gained international attention in 1980, when a version by the American band Blondie became a US/UK number one hit. The British girl group Atomic Kitten also had a number one hit with their version of the song in 2002, while Canadian rapper Kardinal Offishall had a minor hit with his interpretation in 2008. "The Tide Is High" was written by John Holt and

The Tide Is High In March 2010, the single was certified Gold by the CRIA. Aside from the version featuring Keri Hilson, there are three other versions of "Numba 1 (Tide Is High)": one version featured Nicole Scherzinger; another featured Rihanna; a third had both Scherzinger and Rihanna, and a further version (as a mash-up interpretation) had Scherzinger, Rihanna and Hilson together. The music video premiered on 24 October 2008 at Yahoo! Music. It was directed by Gil Green, with Akon making a cameo appearance. The song "Nina" is featured at the end of the video. 12" single 7" single Rihanna and Nicole Scherzinger

In which Bond film did Britt Ekland appear?

Britt Ekland Britt Ekland Britt Ekland (; born Britt-Marie Eklund; 6 October 1942) is a Swedish actress and singer. She appeared in numerous films in her heyday throughout the 1960s and 1970s, including critically acclaimed roles in William Friedkin's "The Night They Raided Minsky's" (1968), and the British crime film "Get Carter" (1971), which established her as a movie sex symbol. She also starred in the British cult horror film "The Wicker Man" (1973) and appeared as a Bond girl in "The Man with the Golden Gun" (1974). Her high-profile social life and her 1964 marriage to actor Peter Sellers attracted considerable

Britt Ekland Film Festival, where she became highly emotional when she saw the film. In the 2018 film "My Dinner with Hervé", Ekland was played by Helena Mattsson. Britt Ekland Britt Ekland (; born Britt-Marie Eklund; 6 October 1942) is a Swedish actress and singer. She appeared in numerous films in her heyday throughout the 1960s and 1970s, including critically acclaimed roles in William Friedkin's "The Night They Raided Minsky's" (1968), and the British crime film "Get Carter" (1971), which established her as a movie sex symbol. She also starred in the British cult horror film "The Wicker Man" (1973) and appeared

What is Mick Jagger's middle name?

Mick Jagger Jagger was slated to appear in the 1982 film "Fitzcarraldo" and some scenes were shot with him, but he had to leave for a Rolling Stones tour and his character was eliminated. Mick Jagger Sir Michael Philip Jagger (born 26 July 1943) is an English singer-songwriter, musician, composer and actor who gained fame as the lead singer and one of the founder members of the Rolling Stones. Jagger's career has spanned over five decades, and he has been described as "one of the most popular and influential frontmen in the history of rock & roll". His distinctive voice and performances,

Mick Jagger hope Mick realises that I'm a friend who is just trying to bring him into line and do what needs to be done." The Rolling Stones album "Dirty Work" (UK No. 4; US No. 4) was released in March 1986 to mixed reviews, despite the presence of the US top five hit "Harlem Shuffle". With relations between Richards and Jagger at a low, Jagger refused to tour to promote the album, and instead undertook his own solo tour, which included Rolling Stones songs. Richards has referred to this period in his relations with Jagger as "World War III". As a

Which British liner was sunk by a German submarine in 1915?

Presidency of Woodrow Wilson commercial British steamship "Falaba" was sunk by a German submarine with the loss of 111 lives, including one American. In the spring of 1915 a German bomb struck an American ship, the "Cushing" and a German submarine torpedoed an American tanker, the "Gulflight". Wilson took the view, based on some reasonable evidence, that both incidents were accidental, and that a settlement of claims could be postponed to the end of the war. A German submarine torpedoed and sank the British ocean liner RMS "Lusitania" in May 1915; over a thousand perished, including many Americans. Wilson did not call for war;

German submarine U-32 (1937) command of Hans Jenisch, sank the 42,348-ton liner , which had been previously damaged by German bombs. "Empress" was the largest ship sunk by a U-boat. "U-32" was sunk northwest of Ireland, in position , by depth charges from the British destroyers and on 30 October 1940. Nine crew members were killed; 33 survived and became prisoners of war, including Jenisch. Jenisch then spent six and a half years in British captivity before returning to Germany in June 1947. "U-32" took part in one wolfpack, namely. German submarine U-32 (1937) German submarine "U-32" was a Type VIIA U-boat of Nazi

Which role as 'the other woman' won Glenn Close her first Oscar nomination?

Glenn Close having a glacial or distant quality about her, but in person she's the absolute opposite: warm and intimate," says the actor Iain Glen, who co-starred with her in the 2002 stage production of "A Streetcar Named Desire". "She was able to bring strength to the role, she was able to completely access that vulnerability. There was a real softness to her. However, Close is consistently praised for her roles as the villain or antagonist in her performances"." Her character in "Fatal Attraction" was ranked number 7 on AFI's 100 years...100 heroes and villains list. Regarding her role in the series

Glenn Close part that took me away from the Jenny Fields, Sarah Coopers—good, nurturing women roles. I did more preparation for that film than I've ever done." Close received her fourth Oscar nomination for this role and also won the People's Choice Award for Favorite Motion Picture Actress. She played a scheming aristocrat, the Marquise de Merteuil, in 1988's "Dangerous Liaisons". Close earned stellar reviews for this performance, and was nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress. In addition, she received her first BAFTA nomination but did not win. Close's final film role of the decade was "Immediate Family" (1989), a drama

Who wrote the novel The Godfather?

The Godfather (novel) the end of Puzo's "The Godfather". It covers the years 1955 to 1962, as well as providing significant backstory for Michael Corleone's character prior to the events of the first novel. The events of the film "The Godfather Part II" all take place within the time frame of this novel, but are only mentioned in the background. The novel contains an appendix that attempts to correlate the events of the novels with the events of the films. "The Godfather's Revenge" covers the years 1963 to 1964. Continuing Puzo's habit, as seen in "The Godfather", of featuring characters who are close

The Godfather (novel) $269 million worldwide and won various awards, including: three Academy Awards, five Golden Globes and one Grammy. The film is considered to be tremendously significant in cinematic history. The sequel, "The Godfather Part II" won six Oscars, and became the first sequel to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. The film's plot follows the novel except for such details as backstories of some characters that are excluded, although they were filmed. Some of this footage was included in later re-edited versions such as, "The Godfather Saga." The subplot involving Johnny Fontane in Hollywood was not filmed. The most significant

Jack Sharkey was a world champion in which sport?

Jack Sharkey Canada, one of boxing's first championship televised bouts. Moore came off the canvas three times in the first round, and again in the fifth round, to knock out Durelle in the eleventh round. Sharkey also refereed the rematch at The Forum, in which Moore knocked down Durelle four times in the third round before knocking him out on August 12, 1959. Both bouts were world televised in black and white from Canada, with commentary and post-fight interviews. Jack Sharkey Jack Sharkey (, October 26, 1902 – August 17, 1994) was an American world heavyweight boxing champion. He was born Joseph

Jack Sharkey In the seventh round Sharkey turned his head to complain to the referee about Dempsey's low punches and Dempsey landed a classic left hook that knocked Sharkey out. In 1928 Sharkey defeated heavyweight contender Tom Heeney and former light-heavyweight champion Jack Delaney. Early in 1929, signed in a Tex Rickard promotion to fight Young Stribling in Miami, Sharkey and all involved suffered a scare when Rickard died unexpectedly. All preparations ceased, as Rickard was laid to rest in New York. Unhappy with the uncertainty of it all, Jack complained to sportswriter Dan Parker, "That man isn't in his grave yet,

Truly was an 80s No 1 for which artist?

Truly (song) Truly (song) "Truly" is the title of the debut solo single by singer-songwriter Lionel Richie. Resuming where he left off with D-flat major tunes "Sail On" and particularly "Still" when he was lead for the Commodores, Richie wrote the song and co-produced it with James Anthony Carmichael. Released as the first single from his self-titled debut album in 1982, "Truly" debuted on the "Billboard" Hot 100 on 9 October 1982 and climbed to No. 1 on 27 November – 4 December 1982. It also spent four weeks at No. 1 on the adult contemporary chart, and logged nine weeks at

9 1/2 Psychedelic Meditations on British Wrestling of the 1970s & Early '80s George, Mick McManus, Shirley Crabtree, Pat Roach, Kendo Nagasaki, George Cannon and many more. All tracks written and composed by Luke Haines except for track 1 by Don Harper. Music Production Design 9 1/2 Psychedelic Meditations on British Wrestling of the 1970s & Early '80s 9 1/2 Psychedelic Meditations on British Wrestling of the 1970s & Early '80s is a concept album by British alternative rock artist Luke Haines. The album as been initially released as a digital version on iTunes. It has later been adapted to CD and vinyl format. As its title explicitly says, the songs have psychedelic

What was Bix Beiderbecke's principal musical instrument?

Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival 1971 when Bill Donahoe's Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Band traveled to Davenport, Iowa to play music at Bix's grave on the 40th anniversary of his death. The Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Society was founded in 1972, to help keep the memory and musical accomplishments of Beiderbecke alive. Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival Davenport, Iowa's annual Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival commemorates Bix Beiderbecke, a famous jazz cornetist, pianist, and composer who was born in Davenport in 1903. It is one of the largest jazz festivals in the United States. It is held on the weekend after the Bix 7 Road Race,

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Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand have made the amendment of the Palace Law of Succession the sole prerogative of the reigning king. According to Assoc. Prof. Gothom Arya, former election commissioner, this allows the reigning king, if he so chooses, to appoint his son or any of his daughters to the throne. King Bhumibol Adulyadej's Thai full title was "Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poraminthra Maha Bhumibol Adulyadej Mahitalathibet Ramathibodi Chakkrinaruebodin Sayamminthrathirat Borommanatbophit" (; ), which was referred to in the chief legal documents; and in general documents, the title was shortened to ""Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poraminthra Maha Bhumibol Adulyadej Sayamminthrathirat Borommanatbophit"" or

Bhumibol Adulyadej as King Rama IX in English, Thais referred to him as "Nai Luang" or "Phra Chao Yu Hua" (ในหลวง or พระเจ้าอยู่หัว), which translated to "the King" and "Lord Upon our Heads", respectively. He was also called "Chao Chiwit" ("Lord of Life"). Formally, he was referred to as "Phrabat Somdet Phra Chao Yu Hua" (พระบาทสมเด็จพระเจ้าอยู่หัว) or, in legal documents, "Phrabat Somdet Phra Paraminthara Maha Bhumibol Adulyadej" (พระบาทสมเด็จพระปรมินทรมหาภูมิพลอดุลยเดช), and in English as "His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej". He signed his name as ภูมิพลอดุลยเดช ป.ร. (Bhumibol Adulyadej Por Ror, the Thai equivalent of "Bhumibol Adulyadej R[ex])". In 1957, a military coup overthrew the

In 1971 Leonard Bernstein wrote a Mass in whose memory?

Mass (Bernstein) Mass (Bernstein) Mass (formally: MASS: A Theatre Piece for Singers, Players, and Dancers) is a musical theatre work composed by Leonard Bernstein with text by Bernstein and additional text and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. Commissioned by Jacqueline Kennedy, it premiered on September 8, 1971, conducted by Maurice Peress and choreographed by Alvin Ailey. The performance was part of the opening of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. "Mass" premiered in Europe in 1973, with John Mauceri conducting the Yale Symphony Orchestra in Vienna. Originally, Bernstein had intended to compose a traditional Mass, but instead

Mass (Bernstein) performers included the Chicago Children's Choir, Vocality, and the Highland Park High School Marching Band. The production's creative director was Kevin Newbury. Although several performances were televised, none are available commercially. There is one DVD version: Mass (Bernstein) Mass (formally: MASS: A Theatre Piece for Singers, Players, and Dancers) is a musical theatre work composed by Leonard Bernstein with text by Bernstein and additional text and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. Commissioned by Jacqueline Kennedy, it premiered on September 8, 1971, conducted by Maurice Peress and choreographed by Alvin Ailey. The performance was part of the opening of the John F.

Who had a big 50s No 1 with A Big Hunk O' Love?

A Big Hunk o' Love the first of four of Schroeder's songs that became #1 hits for Elvis. A Big Hunk o' Love "A Big Hunk o' Love" is a song written by Aaron Schroeder and Sid Wyche, a.k.a. Sid Jaxon. The former is best known for writing the jazz standard "Alright, Okay, You Win", whereas Aaron Schroeder co-wrote a whole bunch of hits from the rock`n`roll area, from "Fools Hall of Fame" (Pat Boone) to "Because They're Young" (Duane Eddy). In an interview conducted by Jan-Erik Kjeseth, he also revealed that in fact he worked with his partner Wally Gold in order to improve

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Whose first hit was Maybellene in 1955?

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Maybellene 12-bar blues, peaked at number five on the "Billboard" pop chart and was number one on the R&B chart. "Billboard"s year-end charts in 1955 ranked "Maybellene" number 3 on the Top R&B Records Retail Sales and Juke Box Plays charts. The record sold one million copies by the end of 1955. In 1988, "Maybellene" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame for its influence as a rock-and-roll record. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame included "Maybellene" in its list of the "500 Songs That Shaped Rock and Roll" (also included are Berry's recordings of "Rock and Roll Music"

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That's the Way Love Goes (Janet Jackson song) "Loose", saying "Janet Jackson came out with "That's the Way Love Goes," and she was comfortable in her sexuality and womanhood, and that was inspiring to me." "Pitchfork" likened Ciara's "This is What Love Is", appearing on the album "Basic Instinct", to "a trance-inspired take on the breathy spoken word of Janet Jackson's vastly superior "That's the Way Love Goes". Kat DeLuna stated "This song made me want to pursue music!" "Yahoo! Music" considered Mariah Carey and Miguel's "#Beautiful" "one of the most appealing summer jams since Janet Jackson’s "That’s The Way Love Goes". Jackson has evoked the song's feel

Which Gloria co-founded Ms magazine?

Ms. (magazine) parties within Israel over other parties, but also with its slogan 'This is Israel', the ad implied that women in Israel hold equal positions of power with men". Spillar stated that the magazine had "covered the Israeli feminist movement and women leaders in Israel ... eleven times' in its last four years of issues". Ms. (magazine) Ms. is an American liberal feminist magazine co-founded by second-wave feminists and sociopolitical activists Gloria Steinem and Dorothy Pitman Hughes. Its founding editors were Letty Cottin Pogrebin, Mary Thom, Patricia Carbine, Joanne Edgar, Nina Finkelstein, and Mary Peacock. "Ms." first appeared in 1971 as

Gloria (magazine) "Gloria"'s focus is coverage of the international jet set, as well as Croatian high society events. Like many other women's magazines, "Gloria" has columns on beauty, fashion trends, and sex and romance. One of the magazine's regular columnists was Žuži Jelinek. Gloria (magazine) Gloria is a Croatian language weekly women's magazine published in Zagreb, Croatia. As of 2007, it was the best-selling weekly magazine in Croatia. "Gloria" was first published on 8 February 1994. The magazine is published on a weekly basis. With a circulation of 130,000 copies in 2007, "Gloria" was the best-selling weekly magazine in Croatia. A significant

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A Fistful of Dollars A Fistful of Dollars A Fistful of Dollars ( titled on-screen as Fistful of Dollars) is a 1964 Spaghetti Western film directed by Sergio Leone and starring Clint Eastwood in his first leading role, alongside Gian Maria Volontè, Marianne Koch, Wolfgang Lukschy, Sieghardt Rupp, José Calvo, Antonio Prieto, and Joseph Egger. The film, an international co-production between Italy, West Germany, and Spain, was filmed on a low budget (reported to be $200,000), and Eastwood was paid $15,000 for his role. Released in Italy in 1964 and then in the United States in 1967, it initiated the popularity of the Spaghetti

A Fistful of Dollars did get awfully tired of playing the conventional white hat ... the hero who kisses old ladies and dogs and was kind to everybody. I decided it was time to be an anti-hero." "A Fistful of Dollars" was an Italian/German/Spanish co-production, so there was a significant language barrier on set. Leone did not speak English, and Eastwood communicated with the Italian cast and crew mostly through stuntman Benito Stefanelli, who also acted as an unlicensed interpreter for the production and would later appear in Leone's other pictures. Similar to other Italian films shot at the time, all footage was filmed

Which country lies immediately to the south of Estonia?

Geography of Estonia Geography of Estonia Between 57.3 and 59.5 latitude and 21.5 and 28.1 longitude, Estonia lies on the eastern shores of the Baltic Sea on the level northwestern part of the rising East European Platform. It borders the Gulf of Finland, between Latvia and Russia. Average elevation reaches only . The climate is maritime, wet, with moderate winters and cool summers. Oil shale and limestone deposits, along with forests which cover 47% of the land, play key economic roles in this generally resource-poor country. Estonia boasts over 1,500 lakes, numerous bogs, and 3,794 kilometers of coastline marked by numerous bays, straits,

National symbols of Estonia A panel of judges overruled the vote on the grounds that as a traditional staple of the Estonian diet, the Baltic herring has been more important for more people through the country's history. Baltic herring has been near Estonian coast for 5,000 years. As in any other country, there are a number of other objects in Estonia which have symbolic value without any official decree. Oak, for example, has long been regarded as a sacred tree. Estonia lies in the northernmost zone of its occurrence. Mixed forests with oak have given the country its most fertile humus soil. Oaks are

"Which TV series intro said, ""Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear""?"

Lone Ranger at 7:30 pm Eastern Time, the introduction, voiced by Fred Foy, had become "Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear", followed by, "From out of the west with the speed of light and a hearty 'Hi-yo, Silver! The intro was later changed to: A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty Hi-Yo Silver! The Lone Ranger! ... With his faithful Indian companion Tonto, the daring and resourceful masked rider of the plains led the fight for law and order in the early western United States! Nowhere in the pages of

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University of Alaska Anchorage Engineering; Psychology; and Social Sciences. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 71.3 percent. UAA's student housing comprises nearly 1,000 students: The Union of Students of the University of Alaska Anchorage (USUAA) is the student governing body for the University of Alaska Anchorage. The President and Vice President are elected in the spring for one year terms. The union has co-sponsored political debates in Anchorage, including a 2004 debate held at the university between Senatorial candidates Tony Knowles and Lisa Murkowski. In 2015, USUAA sponsored a Mayoral Debate in the Alaska Airlines Center, which was notable

What was John Huston's last movie?

Tony Huston currently a lawyer. Tony Huston Walter Anthony (Tony) Huston (born April 16, 1950; Malibu, California) is an American actor, writer, and assistant director. He is known for his work on "The List of Adrian Messenger" (1963), "The Dead" (1987), "Wise Blood" (1979), "" (2010), "" (2008), "Look Up and Wave Your Glove" (2005), "Great Performances" (2002), "" (2001), and "John Huston and the Dubliners" (1987). He is the son of John Huston and Enrica Soma, and sibling of Anjelica Huston, Danny Huston, and Allegra Huston. His son is actor Jack Huston. He was born in Los Angeles County, California, United

John Huston to play the young Union soldier who deserts his company out of fear, but later returns to fight alongside them. MGM, however, saw the message of the movie as too antiwar. Without Huston's input, they cut down the running time of the film from eighty-eight minutes to sixty-nine, added narration, and deleted what Huston felt was a crucial scene. The movie did poorly at the box office. Huston suggests that it was possibly because it "brought war very close to home." Huston recalls that at the preview showing, before the film was halfway through, "damn near a third of the

Who won Super Bowl III?

Super Bowl III finished with more pass completions (11) and passing yards (110) than Morrall, but he also threw one interception. Matte was the Colts' top rusher with 116 yards on just 11 carries, an average of 10.5 yards per run, and caught 2 passes for 30 yards. The Colts were minus-4 in turnovers throwing four interceptions, all of which were deep in Jet territory. Sources: NFL.com Super Bowl III, Super Bowl III Play Finder NYJ, Super Bowl III Play Finder Bal Completions/Attempts Carries Long gain Receptions Times targeted The following records were set or tied in Super Bowl III, according to the

Super Bowl III occasions in which a team from New York defeated one from Baltimore in postseason play during 1969, with the Knicks eliminating the Bullets in the NBA playoffs, and the Mets upsetting the heavily-favored Orioles in the World Series, being the other two. This was the last postseason victory for the Jets until they beat the Cincinnati Bengals in the 1982–83 playoffs. Super Bowl III Super Bowl III was the third AFL–NFL Championship Game in professional American football, and the first to officially bear the trademark name "Super Bowl". The game, played on January 12, 1969, at the Orange Bowl in

What is Marie Osmond's real first name?

Marie Osmond donated from their Las Vegas show. Marie Osmond Olive Marie Osmond (born October 13, 1959) is an American singer, actress, doll designer, and a member of the show business family the Osmonds. Although she was never part of her family's singing group, she gained success as a solo country music artist in the 1970s and 1980s. Her best known song is a remake of the country pop ballad "Paper Roses". From 1976 to 1979, she and her singer brother Donny Osmond hosted the television variety show "Donny & Marie". Olive Marie Osmond was born in Ogden, Utah, the eighth of

Magic of Christmas (Marie Osmond album) Magic of Christmas (Marie Osmond album) Magic of Christmas is a holiday album released in 2007 by American country music singer, Marie Osmond. It was Osmond's first studio album since 1989's "Steppin' Stone," as well as her first Christmas album. Osmond released this album following her appearance on "Dancing with the Stars." This album features guest vocals from siblings, Donny Osmond, Jimmy Osmond and Merrill Osmond. The album is a mixture of cover versions of Christmas standards, such as "The Christmas Song" and "Away in a Manger" as well as new songs such as "The Locket" and "Christmas in the

Who sang a solo at Prince Charles and Lady Di's wedding?

Wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer of Denmark's March", "I Vow to Thee, My Country", "Pomp and Circumstance No.4" and the British National Anthem. New Zealand soprano, Kiri Te Kanawa sang "Let The Bright Seraphim" from G. F. Handel's Samson. Diana's wedding dress was valued at £9,000 (equivalent to £ in ), The dress was made of ivory silk taffeta, decorated with lace, hand embroidery, sequins, and 10,000 pearls. It was designed by Elizabeth and David Emanuel and had a train of ivory taffeta and antique lace. The dress was designed according to Diana's wishes who wanted it to have the longest train in the royal

Wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer a hunting lodge on the estate. During that time, the press was given an arranged opportunity to take pictures. By the time the couple returned from their honeymoon, their wedding gifts were displayed at St James's Palace. Wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer The wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer took place on Wednesday 29 July 1981 at St Paul's Cathedral in London, United Kingdom. The groom was the heir to the British throne, and the bride was a member of the Spencer family. The ceremony was a traditional Church of England wedding service. The Dean

Calabar international airport is in which country?

Calabar International Convention Centre halls - Coffee shop: In entrance hall, 40 seats - Parking: Secure parking for 700 vehicles Calabar International Convention Centre The Calabar International Convention Centre is a landmark, purpose-built facility located in Calabar, Cross River, Nigeria. Opening in the third quarter of 2015, this state-of-the-art, multifunctional convention Centre offers capability to host a wide range of events. Calabar International Convention Centre (CICC) consists of four adjoining sculptural volumes called blocks. The entire edifice sits within its environment, using the gradient of the topography. The building is situated on top of a hill and has tropical panoramic views of the Calabar

Calabar International Convention Centre CEO of the Calabar ICC. Other appointments into the management team included MICE marketing expert, Ben Asoro as Commercial Director and Adele Eloff as Director of Operations. - Location: 11 km north of Calabar at the Calabar River . Part of the 367 ha Summit Hills development (CICC, 18-hole golf course, business hotel, specialist hospital, residential villas) - Distance from Calabar International Airport: 18 km (30 minutes) - Architects: Henning Larsen Architects, Copenhagen, Denmark - Total floor space: 35 000sqm - Total number of conference rooms: 21 Conference Rooms which consists of 5 conference halls (220-2,000 delegates),12 meeting rooms (55-90

Which country did Thor Heyerdahl's Kon-Tiki set sail from on its journey to Eastern Polynesia?

Kon-Tiki Museum Kon-Tiki Museum The Kon-Tiki Museum () is a museum in the Bygdøy peninsula in Oslo, Norway. It houses vessels and maps from the Kon-Tiki expedition, as well as a library with about 8000 books. It was opened in a provisional building in 1949. In 1957, the current building—designed by architects F. S. Platou and Otto Torgersen—was opened. In 1978, an extension of the museum designed by Torgersen was opened. The museum was originally built to house the "Kon-Tiki", a raft of balsa wood of pre-Columbian model that Norwegian adventurer Thor Heyerdahl used to sail from Peru to Polynesia in 1947.

Kon-Tiki expedition Kon-Tiki expedition The "Kon-Tiki" expedition was a 1947 journey by raft across the Pacific Ocean from South America to the Polynesian islands, led by Norwegian explorer and writer Thor Heyerdahl. The raft was named "Kon-Tiki" after the Inca sun god, Viracocha, for whom "Kon-Tiki" was said to be an old name. "" is also the name of Heyerdahl's book; the Academy Award-winning documentary film chronicling his adventures; and the 2012 dramatized feature film nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Heyerdahl believed that people from South America could have settled Polynesia in pre-Columbian times. His aim in

Donna Gaines is better known by which name?

Mary Gaines Bernard Mary Gaines Bernard Mary Gaines Bernard is an American singer best known for her work with her sister, Donna Summer. Bernard was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and her parents, Andrew and Mary Gaines, raised their 6 children as devout Christians. The family worshiped at Boston's Grant African Methodist Episcopal Church, and it was here that their love of music was nurtured. In the late 1960s, Bernard's sister, Donna, was offered a role in the European cast of the hit musical, "Hair". Donna returned to the United States in late 1975 as her song, "Love to Love You Baby", was climbing

Donna Christanello worked as a wrestler under the ring name Angie Minelli for several years in the 1980s. On August 25, 2011, she died from a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [COPD]. She was 69 years old. Donna Christanello Mary Alfonsi (May 23, 1942 – August 25, 2011), better known by her ring name Donna Christanello (also billed as Donna Christianello, Donna Christenello, Donna Christiantello, and Donna Christantello, the name which she went by on her official website), was a professional wrestler trained by The Fabulous Moolah. She was active from the late 1960s through the 1980s. She frequently wrestled women such as

Which element is named after Pierre and Marie Curie?

Marie Curie of radioactivity, is named in honour of her and Pierre Curie (although the commission which agreed on the name never clearly stated whether the standard was named after Pierre, Marie or both of them). The element with atomic number 96 was named curium. Three radioactive minerals are also named after the Curies: curite, sklodowskite, and cuprosklodowskite. She received numerous honorary degrees from universities across the world. The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions fellowship program of the European Union for young scientists wishing to work in a foreign country is named after her. In Poland, she had received honorary doctorates from the Lwów

Pierre and Marie Curie University Latin Quarter, as part of an intellectual and spiritual continuum linked to the university history of Paris. Paris 6 shared the Jussieu campus with the University of Paris 7 (Paris Diderot University) and the Paris Geophysical Institute ("Institut de Physique du Globe"). In 1974, the University of Paris VI adopted the name Université Pierre et Marie Curie, after physicists Pierre and Marie Curie. In 2006, Pierre and Marie Curie University entered into a partnership with the government of the United Arab Emirates to create Paris-Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, a spinoff in Abu Dhabi. In 2007, the university shortened its name

Both Richard and Karen Carpenter came fro which state?

Karen Carpenter Karen Carpenter Karen Anne Carpenter (March 2, 1950 – February 4, 1983) was an American singer and drummer who was part of the duo the Carpenters alongside her brother Richard. She was praised for her contralto vocals, and her drumming abilities were viewed positively by contemporary musicians and peers. Carpenter was born in New Haven, Connecticut, and moved to Downey, California, in 1963 with her family. She began to study the drums in high school, and joined the Long Beach State choir after graduating. After several years of touring and recording, the Carpenters were signed in 1969, achieving commercial and

Karen Carpenter The movie helped reverse criticism of the Carpenters' music as being "soft" or "nice". Richard Carpenter helped in the productions of the documentaries "" (1997) and "" (2007). Randy Schmidt wrote a biography about Carpenter entitled "Little Girl Blue", published in 2010, which included a foreword from Warwick. It avoided previous biographies which had been officially endorsed by the family, and was based on interviews with other friends and associates. "The New York Times" said the book was "one of the saddest tales in pop." Notes Citations Sources Karen Carpenter Karen Anne Carpenter (March 2, 1950 – February 4, 1983)

What was Mr. Magoo's first name?

Mr. Magoo Theatrical Collection", containing all Mr. Magoo theatrical shorts and "1001 Arabian Nights", was released on April 22, 2014. On November 8, 2011, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment released "Mr. Magoo: The Television Collection 1960–1977" on DVD in Region 1. Mr. Magoo Mr. Magoo, sometimes given his first name J. Quincy, is a fictional cartoon character created at the UPA animation studio in 1949. Voiced by Jim Backus, Mr. Magoo is a wealthy, short-statured retiree who gets into a series of comical situations as a result of his extreme near-sightedness, compounded by his stubborn refusal to admit the problem. However, through uncanny

Mr. Magoo in "A Midsummer Night's Dream". In 1970 Mr. Magoo starred as Uncle Sam in the TV special "Uncle Sam Magoo". In the late 1970s, Mr. Magoo appeared in a new Saturday morning CBS television series called "What's New, Mr. Magoo?" This series was made under license by the DePatie–Freleng studio, as UPA had by this time ceased in-house cartoon production. In 1997, Mr. Magoo was portrayed by Leslie Nielsen in a live-action "Mr. Magoo" feature film. It failed to find critical or popular success, and some support groups for the disabled, including the National Federation of the Blind, protested it

Which rock star featured in Marvel's 50th issue of Marvel Premiere in 1979?

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Marvel Premiere story in #61, the writer simply wanted to do a story featuring that character and there was not a more appropriate place for it to be published. Some features, such as Seeker 3000 (issue #41), were conceived specifically for "Marvel Premiere" but with no real plan for a series. Later in the title's run, "Marvel Premiere" was used to finish stories of characters who had lost their own series including the Man-Wolf in issues #45–46 and the Black Panther in issues #51–53. The similarly-named "Marvel Movie Premiere" was a one-shot black-and-white magazine published by Marvel in September 1975. It featured

Who was runner-up when Jody Scheckter won motor racing's Formula One Championship?

1979 Formula One season 1979 Formula One season The 1979 Formula One season was the 33rd season of FIA Formula One motor racing. It featured the 1979 World Championship of F1 Drivers and the 1979 International Cup for F1 Constructors which were contested concurrently over a fifteen-round series which commenced on 21 January 1979, and ended on 7 October. The season also included three non-championship Formula One races. Jody Scheckter of Scuderia Ferrari won the 1979 World Championship of F1 Drivers while Scuderia Ferrari won 1979 International Cup for F1 Constructors. Gilles Villeneuve made it a 1–2 for Ferrari in the championship, concluding a

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In what year of the 1990s was baseball's World Series canceled?

World Series Baseball (video game) World Series Baseball (video game) Sega Sports' World Series Baseball, or simply World Series Baseball, is a sports game developed by BlueSky Software and published by Sega for the Genesis/Mega Drive and Game Gear. It is the first game in the series and was originally released in 1994. A version for the Sega 32X, "World Series Baseball starring Deion Sanders", would follow in 1995. The game was a major advancement in Sega baseball games in that it included licensed MLB players and teams (the first baseball video game to have both such licenses [previous baseball video games only had one

Intellivision World Series Baseball its companion software titles sold particularly well... and since "IWSB" was one of the last titles made for the ECS system, very few copies were sold, making it one of the rarest Intellivision titles in the collectors' market. Daglow and Dombrower went on to create the hit "Earl Weaver Baseball" game at Electronic Arts in , where they more fully implemented the ideas behind "Intellivision World Series Baseball". This set the stage for the EA Sports product line. In the early and mid-1990s Daglow led the development of the "Tony La Russa Baseball" games, further refining baseball simulations. "Intellivision World

Which country does the airline LOT come from?

LOT Polish Airlines the company; Regionalny Fundusz Gospodarczy S.A. – 25.1%; the employees – 6.93%. In 1994 the airline signed a code-sharing agreement with American Airlines on flights to and from Warsaw as well as onward flights in the United States and Poland operated by both companies; flights to Thessaloniki, Zagreb and Nice were inaugurated, and according to an IATA report, in this year LOT had the youngest fleet of any airline in the world. After years of planning, in 1997 LOT set up a sister airline, EuroLOT, which, essentially operating as its parent airline's regional subsidiary, took over domestic flights. The airline

LOT Polish Airlines in the country; from March 1945 there were regular routes maintained by Civil Aviation Department of the Air Force. On 10 March 1945 the Polish government recreated the LOT airline, as a state-owned enterprise (Przedsiębiorstwo Państwowe Polskie Linie Lotnicze 'LOT'). In 1946, seven years after the service was suspended, the airline restarted its operations after receiving ten Soviet-built ex-Air Force Lisunov Li-2Ts, then further passenger Li-2Ps and nine Douglas C-47s. Both domestic and international services restarted that year, first to Berlin, Paris, Stockholm and Prague. In 1947 there were added routes to Bucharest, Budapest, Belgrad and Copenhagen. Five modern, although

Who had a 50s No 1 with Stagger Lee?

Stagger Lee Stagger Lee "Stagger Lee", also known as "Stagolee" and other variants, is a popular American folk song about the murder of Billy Lyons by "Stag" Lee Shelton in St. Louis, Missouri at Christmas, 1895. The song was first published in 1911, and was first recorded in 1923 by Fred Waring's Pennsylvanians. A version by Lloyd Price reached number one on the "Billboard" Hot 100 in 1959. The historical Stagger Lee was Lee Shelton, a black pimp living in St. Louis, Missouri in the late 19th century. He was nicknamed Stag Lee or Stack Lee, with a variety of explanations being

Stagger Lee version in a scene from the 2007 film "Honeydripper". Modern Life Is War recorded a hardcore punk version for their 2007 album "Midnight In America". Josh Ritter recorded a version of the tale titled "Folk Bloodbath" on the album "So Runs the World Away". In his version, Stagger Lee killed a man named Louis Collins, and 'Hangin' Billy Lyons was the judge who sentenced Stagger to hang. Stagger Lee "Stagger Lee", also known as "Stagolee" and other variants, is a popular American folk song about the murder of Billy Lyons by "Stag" Lee Shelton in St. Louis, Missouri at Christmas,

Who wrote the novel Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (novel) also distributed in reprints to newspapers circa 1929 to early 1930s. Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (novel) Gentlemen Prefer Blondes: The Intimate Diary of a Professional Lady is a comic novel written by Anita Loos, first published in 1925. It is one of several famous novels published that year to chronicle the so-called Jazz Age, including Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby" and Van Vechten's "Firecrackers". Loos was inspired to write the book after watching a sexy blonde turn intellectual H. L. Mencken into a lovestruck schoolboy. Mencken, a close friend, actually enjoyed the work and saw to it that it was published. Originally

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953 film) Theatre, a spectacle that got a lot of publicity for both actresses and for the film. Loos wrote a sequel to her novel entitled "But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes", with further adventures of Lorelei and Dorothy. The 1955 "Gentlemen Marry Brunettes" musical film used only the book's name and starred Russell and Jeanne Crain playing completely new characters. Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953 film) Gentlemen Prefer Blondes is a 1953 American musical comedy film based on the 1949 stage musical of the same name. It was directed by Howard Hawks and stars Jane Russell and Marilyn Monroe, with Charles Coburn, Elliott Reid,

Which country does the airline Gulf Air come from?

Gulf Air led to some employees applying for jobs in other airlines and, in less than a month, Gulf Air lost 500 persons from its workforce, prompting the airline to rule out mass layoffs as part of its recovery plan, except for performance reasons. On 5 May 2007, the government of Bahrain claimed full ownership of the airline, as joint-owner Oman withdrew from the airline. André Dosé resigned on 23 July 2007 and was replaced by Bjorn Naf. On 6 November 2007, Gulf Air started its third daily non-stop flight to London Heathrow Airport from Bahrain. On the same day, Gulf Air

Gulf Air for further expansion of the airline through a new three-year strategic plan which would include re-equipment of the aircraft fleet and recapitalization of the business through private-sector financing. Gulf Air was also placed on the IOSA registry following its successful completion of the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA). The new summer schedule commencing 28 April 2006 saw the complete withdrawal from Abu Dhabi as a hub, following the decision on 13 September 2005 by the Emirate of Abu Dhabi to withdraw from Gulf Air and establish its own airline, Etihad Airways. Gulf Air changed its operations to a dual-hub basis

How is seriously rich Percy Miller better known?

Sir James Percy Miller, 2nd Baronet issue, and he was succeeded by his brother John Alexander Miller. Sir James Percy Miller, 2nd Baronet Sir James Percy Miller, 2nd Baronet (22 October 1864 – 22 January 1906) was a British soldier, known as a racehorse owner. Over the 17 years when he had horses in training, Miller won 161 races, worth £114,005. Miller was the eldest surviving son of Sir William Miller, 1st Baronet, by Mary Anne, daughter of John Farley Leith, a Queen's Counsel and Member of Parliament for Aberdeen. He was educated at Eton College and Sandhurst. Miller was a Captain in the 14th Hussars

Percy A. Miller Jr. Driscoll appointed him to serve in his cabinet as Commissioner of Labor. He held that post for four years. He served as Director of Employment Information and Licensing for the Waterfront Commission of New York Harbor before retiring in 1961. Later, Miller was the Chairman of the State Police and Firemen's Pension Fund Commission and of the State Vocational Rehabilitation Commission. Percy A. Miller Jr. Percy A. Miller Jr. (1899-1984) was an American Republican Party politician who served as Speaker of the New Jersey General Assembly and as the New Jersey Commissioner of Labor. He served in the U.S. Army

How old was Laurel and Hardy producer Hal Roach when he died in 1992?

Hal Roach February 1992, Roach travelled to Berlin to receive the honorary award of the "Berlinale Kamera" for Lifetime Achievement at the 42nd Berlin International Film Festival. On March 30, 1992, Roach appeared at the 64th Academy Awards ceremony, hosted by Billy Crystal. When Mr. Roach rose from the audience for a standing ovation, he decided to give a speech without a microphone, causing Crystal to quip "I think that's appropriate because Mr. Roach started in silent films." Hal Roach died in his home in Bel Air, Los Angeles, from pneumonia, on November 2, 1992, at the age of 100 years. He

Hal Roach Hal Roach Harold Eugene Roach Sr. (January 14, 1892 – November 2, 1992) was an American film and television producer, director, and actor from the 1910s to the 1990s, best known today for producing the Laurel and Hardy and "Our Gang" film comedy series. Hal Roach was born in Elmira, New York, the grandson of Irish immigrants. A presentation by the great American humorist Mark Twain impressed Roach as a young grade school student. After an adventurous youth that took him to Alaska, Hal Roach arrived in Hollywood, California, in 1912 and began working as an extra in silent films.

Who was West German Chancellor from 1969 to 1974? Willy Brandt.

Willy Brandt Willy Brandt Willy Brandt (; born Herbert Ernst Karl Frahm; 18 December 1913 – 8 October 1992) was a German statesman who was leader of the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) from 1964 to 1987 and served as Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany) from 1969 to 1974. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1971 for his efforts to strengthen cooperation in western Europe through the EEC and to achieve reconciliation between West Germany and the countries of Eastern Europe. He was the first Social Democrat chancellor since 1930. Fleeing to Norway and then

Willy Brandt East German intelligence services. Brandt was asked to continue working as usual, and he agreed to do so, even taking a private vacation with Guillaume. Guillaume was arrested on 24 April 1974, and many blamed Brandt for having a communist spy in his inner circle. Brandt resigned from his position as chancellor on 6 May 1974, but he remained a member of the Bundestag and chairman of the Social Democrats through 1987. This espionage affair is widely considered to have been just the trigger for Brandt's resignation, not the fundamental cause. As Brandt himself later said, "I was exhausted, for

What sort of Menace was the 1999 Star Wars movie?

Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace is a 1999 American epic space opera written and directed by George Lucas, produced by Lucasfilm and distributed by 20th Century Fox. It is the first installment in the "Star Wars" prequel trilogy and stars Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Jake Lloyd, Ian McDiarmid, Anthony Daniels, Kenny Baker, Pernilla August, and Frank Oz. The film is set 32 years before the original film, and follows Jedi Knight Qui-Gon Jinn and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi as they protect Queen Amidala in hopes of securing

Star Wars Mini Movie Awards judging panel is made up of representatives from Cartoon Network, "Empire" and "Toxic". The awards ceremony was due to be held in November. The Official "Star Wars" Fan Film Awards Star Wars Mini Movie Awards The "Star Wars" Mini Movie Awards a.k.a. "The Artoos" a.k.a. "Episode 3 Inches" was a filmmaking competition held in the UK by Hasbro. The rules stated that filmmakers had to make an animation using "Star Wars" action figures of no more than five minutes. There were three awards - Best Creativity, Best Storyline and Best Use of Characters, and two age categories, Padawan (15 years

Which ER star played opposite Jenny Seagrove in Don' Go Breaking My Heart?

Don't Go Breaking My Heart (1999 film) Don't Go Breaking My Heart (1999 film) Don't Go Breaking My Heart is a 1999 British film, starring Anthony Edwards, Jenny Seagrove and Charles Dance. It was directed by Willi Patterson. Suzanne, a beautiful widow, has to choose between Frank, a philandering dentist, and Tony, a sensitive, failing sports trainer who helps her son. Dr. Fiedler played by Tom Conti is a parody of Dr Fassbender played by Peter Sellers in the movie What's New Pussycat?. Bill Kenwright had to mortgage his own £1 million London home to pay for its production. Geoff Morrow who wrote the screenplay also wrote

Don't Go Breaking My Heart 2 Don't Go Breaking My Heart 2 Don't Go Breaking My Heart 2 is a 2014 Hong Kong-Chinese romantic comedy film directed by Johnnie To. A sequel to the 2011 film "Don't Go Breaking My Heart", it stars returning cast members Louis Koo, Gao Yuanyuan and Daniel Wu alongside new cast members Vic Chou and Miriam Yeung. It was screened at the Special Presentations section at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival. It was released in China on 11 November and in Hong Kong on 13 November 2014. "Don't Go Breaking My Heart 2" was written by Wai Ka-fai and Ryker

Who played Rick Deckard in Blade Runner?

Rick Deckard Rick Deckard Rick Deckard is a fictional character, the protagonist of Philip K. Dick's 1968 novel "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?". Harrison Ford portrayed the character in the 1982 film adaptation, "Blade Runner", and reprised his role in the 2017 sequel, "Blade Runner 2049". James Purefoy voiced the character in the 2014 BBC Radio 4 adaptation. Rick Deckard is a bounty-hunter who becomes a specialist plainclothes police officer with the San Francisco Police Department in the early 21st century, responsible for killing (euphemistically, "retiring") androids that escape from off-world colonies. In the film adaptation, he was/is with the Replicant

Blade Runner (franchise) template of Rachael, Sarah Tyrell, to hunt down a missing replicant in exchange for technology allowing Rachael to live. Meanwhile, Roy Batty, the human template for the replicant of the same name, hires Dave Holden, a blade runner previously attacked by Leon, to help him hunt down the man that he believes to be the sixth replicant – Deckard. In 1996, K. W. Jeter published science fiction novel "Blade Runner 3: Replicant Night", the sequel to "Blade Runner 2: The Edge of Human". The novel follows Rick Deckard, now living on Mars, as he is acting as a consultant to

Which regular member of the Friends cast starred in Lost in Space?

Lost in Space (film) Lost in Space (film) Lost in Space is a 1998 American science-fiction adventure film directed by Stephen Hopkins, and starring William Hurt, Matt LeBlanc, and Gary Oldman. The plot is adapted from the 1965–1968 CBS television series "Lost in Space". Several actors from the TV show make cameo appearances. The film focuses on the Robinson family, who undertake a voyage to a nearby star system to begin large-scale emigration from a soon-to-be uninhabitable Earth, but are thrown off course by a saboteur and must try to find their way home. "Lost in Space" met with negative reviews, and grossed $136.2

Lost in Space bonus features including interviews, episodic promos, video stills and the original un-aired pilot episode. All episodes of "Lost in Space" were remastered and released on a Blu-ray disc set on September 15, 2015 (the 50th anniversary of the premiere on the CBS TV Network). The Blu-ray disc set includes a cast table reading of the final episode, written by Bill Mumy, which brings the series to a close by having the characters return to earth. Lost in Space Lost in Space was an American science fiction television series, created and produced by Irwin Allen, which originally aired between 1965 and

What was the fourth Alien film called?

Alien Resurrection roles. Scott also confirmed that the film will cap his prequel series, leading directly into the events of "Alien". Alien Resurrection Alien Resurrection (also known as Alien 4) is a 1997 American science-fiction action horror film directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, written by Joss Whedon, and starring Sigourney Weaver and Winona Ryder. It is the fourth installment in the "Alien" film series, and the final installment in the original series. It was filmed at the 20th Century Fox studios in Los Angeles, California. Set 200 years after the preceding installment "Alien 3" (1992), Ellen Ripley is cloned and an Alien queen

Alien (film) died giving birth to rampaging gooey vaginas dentate — how's that for future shock? This was truly what David Cronenberg would call 'the new flesh,' a dissolution of the boundaries between man and machine, machine and alien, and man and alien, with a psychosexual invasiveness that has never, thank God, been equaled." In 2008, the American Film Institute ranked "Alien" as the seventh-best film in the science fiction genre as part of "AFI's 10 Top 10", a CBS television special ranking the ten greatest movies in ten classic American film genres. The ranks were based on a poll of over

In Stepmom who played Susan Sarandon's daughter?

Stepmom (film) Stepmom (film) Stepmom is a 1998 comedy-drama film directed by Chris Columbus and starring Julia Roberts, Susan Sarandon, and Ed Harris. Sarandon won the San Diego Film Critics Society Award for Best Actress and Harris won the National Board of Review Award for Best Supporting Actor, sharing the win with his role in "The Truman Show". Jackie and Luke Harrison are a divorced New York City couple struggling to help their children Anna and Ben be happy with this sudden change of lifestyle. Luke, an attorney, is living with his new girlfriend, Isabel Kelly, a successful fashion photographer several years

Stepmom (film) with one another and with future events ahead of them (Jackie's death and Isabel's marriage to Luke). "Stepmom" opened at No. 2 at the North American box office behind "Patch Adams" making $19.1 million USD in its opening weekend. It stayed at the second spot for another week. The film grossed $91,137,662 in the US and $159,710,793 worldwide from a budget of $50 million. "Stepmom" received mixed reviews from critics. It earned a 44% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Susan Sarandon was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama and won the San Diego Film

Which King did Leonardo Di Caprio play in The Man in the Iron Mask?

Man in the Iron Mask Man in the Iron Mask The Man in the Iron Mask (French: "L'Homme au Masque de Fer"; c. 1640 – 19 November 1703) is the name given to an unidentified prisoner who was arrested in 1669 or 1670 and subsequently held in a number of French prisons, including the Bastille and the Fortress of Pignerol (modern Pinerolo, Italy). He was held in the custody of the same jailer, Bénigne Dauvergne de Saint-Mars, for a period of 34 years. He died on 19 November 1703 under the name "Marchioly", during the reign of King Louis XIV of France (1643–1715). Since no

The Man in the Iron Mask (1998 film) The Man in the Iron Mask (1998 film) The Man in the Iron Mask is a 1998 American action drama film directed, produced, and written by Randall Wallace, and starring Leonardo DiCaprio in a dual role as the title character and villain, Jeremy Irons as Aramis, John Malkovich as Athos, Gerard Depardieu as Porthos, and Gabriel Byrne as D'Artagnan. The picture uses characters from Alexandre Dumas's D'Artagnan Romances and is very loosely adapted from some plot elements of "The Vicomte de Bragelonne". The film centers on the aging four musketeers, Athos, Porthos, Aramis, and D'Artagnan, during the reign of King

Which role did Rupert Everett play in The Madness of King George?

The Madness of King George of some of the best actors in British cinema, rises to the occasion... Boasting a rich period look, almost every shot is filled with handsome, emotionally charged composition." The Madness of King George The Madness of King George is a 1994 British biographical historical comedy-drama film directed by Nicholas Hytner and adapted by Alan Bennett from his own play, "The Madness of George III". It tells the true story of George III of Great Britain's deteriorating mental health, and his equally declining relationship with his eldest son, the Prince of Wales, particularly focusing on the period around the Regency Crisis

Rupert Everett Rupert Everett Rupert James Hector Everett (; born 29 May 1959) is an English actor and writer. He first came to public attention in 1981, when he was cast in Julian Mitchell's play and subsequent film "Another Country" (1984) as an openly homosexual pupil at an English public school in the 1930s; the role earned him his first BAFTA Award nomination. He went on to receive a second BAFTA Award nomination and his first Golden Globe Award nomination for his role in "My Best Friend's Wedding" (1997), followed by a second Golden Globe nomination for "An Ideal Husband" (1999). Everett

What was Stanley Kubrick's final movie?

Influence of Stanley Kubrick Influence of Stanley Kubrick Stanley Kubrick is regarded by film critics and historians as one of the most influential directors of all time. Leading directors, including Martin Scorsese, Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, James Cameron, Woody Allen, Terry Gilliam, the Coen Brothers, Ridley Scott, Paul Thomas Anderson, Christopher Nolan, David Lynch, and George A. Romero, have cited Kubrick as a source of inspiration, and in the case of Spielberg, collaboration. In an interview for the "Eyes Wide Shut" DVD release, Steven Spielberg comments that "nobody could shoot a picture better in history", and that Kubrick told stories in a way "antithetical

Stanley Kubrick and manager, later reflected on his observations of Kubrick during the filming. He said, "Stanley was very stoic, impassive but imaginative type person with strong, imaginative thoughts. He commanded respect in a quiet, shy way. Whatever he wanted, you complied, he just captivated you. Anybody who worked with Stanley did just what Stanley wanted". After a score was added by Singer's friend Gerald Fried, Kubrick had spent $3900 in making it, and sold it to RKO-Pathé for $4000, which was the most the company had ever paid for a short film at the time. Kubrick described his first effort at

Which animation film was originally a 50s musical set in Siam?

Anna and the King of Siam (film) 1999 as "Anna and the King" with Jodie Foster and Chow Yun-fat. The portrayal of Tuptim in "Anna and the King of Siam", is considerably less sympathetic than in the musical version "The King and I", as the 1946 film shows animosity between Tuptim and Anna, while the musical makes her into a romantic character. Also, Tuptim is ultimately executed cruelly by the king, following an episode in Leonowens's book, while in the musical, her fate is made ambiguous. In 1862. Anna Owens (Irene Dunne) arrives in Bangkok, with her son Louis (Richard Lyon), to tutor the children of the

Drawn-on-film animation that is inviting to beginners and accomplished artists alike. Norman McLaren wrote a short illustrated introduction "How to make animated movies without a camera" which was originally published by UNESCO in 1949. Helen Hill published a collection called Recipes for Disaster that includes a wide range of approaches to creating images directly on film. Today, cameraless animation is being produced worldwide. Drawn-on-film animation Drawn-on-film animation, also known as direct animation or animation without camera, is an animation technique where footage is produced by creating the images directly on film stock, as opposed to any other form of animation where the

Which decade does Michael J Fox go back to in Back to the Future?

Back to the Future Berry and The Starlighters" (and Marty McFly), one of the vintage 1950s songs in the movie, and two pop songs that are only very briefly heard in the background of the film . On November 24, 2009, an authorized, limited-edition two-CD set of the entire score was released by Intrada Records. "Back to the Future" opened on July 3, 1985, on 1,200 screens in North America. Zemeckis was concerned the film would flop because Fox had to film a "Family Ties" special in London and was unable to promote the film. Gale was also dissatisfied with Universal Pictures' tagline "Are

Back to the Future Back to the Future Back to the Future is a 1985 American science fiction film directed by Robert Zemeckis and written by Zemeckis and Bob Gale. It stars Michael J. Fox as teenager Marty McFly, who accidentally travels back in time to 1955, where he meets his future parents and becomes his mother's romantic interest. Christopher Lloyd portrays the eccentric scientist Dr. Emmett "Doc" Brown, inventor of the time-traveling DeLorean, who helps Marty repair history and return to 1985. Zemeckis and Gale wrote the script after Gale wondered whether he would have befriended his father if they had attended school

In which 90s movie did Al Pacino play retired Colonel Frank Slade?

Al Pacino The film received mixed reviews, although Pacino later said he enjoyed playing the part. Janet Maslin in "The New York Times" wrote, "Mr. Pacino has not been this uncomplicatedly appealing since his "Dog Day Afternoon" days, and he makes Johnny's endless enterprise in wooing Frankie a delight. His scenes alone with Ms. Pfeiffer have a precision and honesty that keep the film's maudlin aspects at bay." In 1993, Pacino won the Academy Award for Best Actor, for his portrayal of the blind U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Frank Slade in Martin Brest's "Scent of a Woman". That year, he was also

Al Pacino violent content, but later received critical acclaim. The film did well at the box office, grossing over US$45 million domestically. Pacino earned a Golden Globe nomination for his role as Cuban drug lord Tony Montana. In 1985, Pacino worked on his personal project, "The Local Stigmatic", a 1969 Off Broadway play by the English writer Heathcote Williams. He starred in the play, remounting it with director David Wheeler and the Theater Company of Boston in a 50-minute film version. The film was not released theatrically, but was later released as part of the "Pacino: An Actor's Vision" box set in

What is the name of Kate Winslet's character in Titanic?

Kate Winslet of intellect that she thought she did not possess. Mike Jeffries of "Empire" believed that she had played the part "well beyond her years". Despite the acclaim, "Jude" and "Hamlet" earned little at the box office. Winslet was keen on playing Rose DeWitt Bukater, a free-spirited socialite aboard the ill-fated RMS "Titanic", in James Cameron's epic romance "Titanic" (1997). Cameron was initially reluctant to cast her, preferring the stars Claire Danes or Gwyneth Paltrow, but Winslet pleaded with him, "You don't understand! I am Rose! I don't know why you're even seeing anyone else!" Her persistence led Cameron to hire

What If (Kate Winslet song) What If (Kate Winslet song) "What If" is a song performed by English actress Kate Winslet, recorded for the animated film "" (2001). Winslet provided the voice of Belle in the feature, which is based on the Charles Dickens classic 1843 novel and also stars Nicolas Cage, Jane Horrocks and Simon Callow. "What If" was written by Wayne Hector and Steve Mac, while production was helmed by the latter. The song is a ballad that follows the film's theme, as Belle laments the end of her and Scrooge's relationship and wonders what could have been. It was the only song

Which spin-off from a 60s sitcom was a 1999 movie with Jeff Daniels and Christopher Lloyd?

Jeff Daniels father of Anna Paquin's goose-raising preteen. Daniels then had a critical and commercial misfire with "Trial and Error" (1997). He would rebound, however, with 1998's "Pleasantville" as diner owner Bill Johnson, who learns to act as an individual and rebel against the norm at the urging of Tobey Maguire's David. Also starring Reese Witherspoon, Joan Allen, and Don Knotts, "Pleasantville" was nominated for three Academy Awards. Daniels starred alongside Christopher Lloyd in the critically and commercially unsuccessful film, "My Favorite Martian". Daniels starred in the TV films "The Crossing", "Cheaters", and the direct-to-video release "Chasing Sleep". At this point, in

A.J. Styles and Christopher Daniels and Tomko joined the Angle Alliance and Christopher Daniels was (kayfabe) fired from TNA (returning a month later as the masked face Curry Man), ending all chance of the two teaming up for the time being. That lasted until the last "Impact" before the Lockdown 2009 pay-per-view (by which time the Curry Man persona had also been fired as well), when Jeff Jarrett reinstated Daniels to join the team of Jarrett, Styles, and Samoa Joe against the Kurt Angle-captained Main Event Mafia in the Lethal Lockdown match. Styles would pin Booker T at Lockdown after a shot from Jarrett's guitar,

Who played Batman immediately before George Clooney?

Batman & Robin (film) to keep their partnership together. It is also to date the only live-action film appearance of Batgirl, who helps the title characters fight the villains. Warner Bros. fast-tracked development for "Batman & Robin" following the box office success of the previous film, "Batman Forever". Schumacher and Goldsman conceived the storyline during pre-production on "A Time to Kill", while Val Kilmer decided not to reprise the role over scheduling conflicts with "The Saint". Schumacher had a strong interest in casting William Baldwin in Kilmer's place before George Clooney won the role. Principal photography began in September 1996 and finished in January

George Clooney while working on "ER". His first major Hollywood role was in the horror comedy-crime thriller "From Dusk till Dawn", directed by Robert Rodriguez and co-starring Harvey Keitel. He followed its success with the romantic comedy "One Fine Day" with Michelle Pfeiffer, and the action-thriller "The Peacemaker" with Nicole Kidman. Clooney was then cast as Batman in Joel Schumacher's "Batman & Robin", which was a modest box office performer, but a critical failure (with Clooney himself calling the film "a waste of money"). In 1998, he co-starred in the crime-comedy "Out of Sight" opposite Jennifer Lopez, marking the first of his

Who played the young Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Star Wars prequel?

Obi-Wan Kenobi Obi-Wan Kenobi Obi-Wan Kenobi, later known as Ben Kenobi, is a fictional character in the "Star Wars" franchise. Within the original trilogy he is portrayed by English actor Alec Guinness, while in the prequel trilogy a younger version of the character is portrayed by Scottish actor Ewan McGregor. In the original trilogy, he is a mentor to Luke Skywalker, to whom he introduces the ways of the Jedi. In the prequel trilogy, he is a master and friend to Anakin Skywalker. He is frequently featured as a main character in various other "Star Wars" media. Guinness's portrayal of Obi-Wan in

Star Wars: Obi-Wan Star Wars: Obi-Wan Star Wars: Obi-Wan is a 2001 video game published by LucasArts, one of the early titles for the Xbox console. Players control Obi-Wan Kenobi, Padawan to Qui-Gon Jinn. It takes place in around 32 years before the Battle of Yavin, in the weeks prior to and during the events of "". The game received above average reviews upon its release. In "Star Wars: Obi-Wan" the player controls Obi-Wan Kenobi during a sequence of events prior to and leading up to "". The game is unique in that lightsaber combat is controlled using the right analog stick of

Who played Drew Barrymore's stepmother in Ever After?

Ever After Ever After Ever After (known in promotional material as Ever After: A Cinderella Story) is a 1998 American romantic drama film inspired by the fairy tale "Cinderella". It was directed by Andy Tennant and stars Drew Barrymore, Anjelica Huston, Dougray Scott, and Jeanne Moreau. The screenplay is written by Tennant, Susannah Grant, and Rick Parks. The original music score is composed by George Fenton. The film's closing theme song "Put Your Arms Around Me" is performed by the rock band Texas. The usual pantomime and comic/supernatural elements are removed and the story is instead treated as historical fiction, set in

Drew Barrymore November 20, 1982, at 7 years of age, a record that remained unbroken . On February 3, 2007, Barrymore hosted "SNL" for the fifth time, making her the second female host (after Candice Bergen) in the show's history to do so. She hosted again on October 10, 2009, becoming the first female to host six times. Drew Barrymore Drew Blythe Barrymore (born February 22, 1975) is an American actress, producer, director, author, model and entrepreneur. She is a member of the Barrymore family of actors, and the granddaughter of John Barrymore. She achieved fame as a child actress with her

In which 1998 film did Bruce Willis lead a team to confront a deadly threat from outer space?

Armageddon (1998 film) Actress (Liv Tyler), Worst Screen Couple (Tyler and Ben Affleck) and Worst Original Song. Only one Razzie was awarded: Bruce Willis received the Worst Actor award for "Armageddon", in addition to his appearances in "Mercury Rising" and "The Siege", both released in the same year as this film. Revell and Monogram released two model kits inspired by the film's spacecraft and the Armadillos, in 1998. The first one, "Space Shuttle with Armadillo drilling unit", included an X-71, a small, rough Armadillo and a pedestal. The second one, "Russian Space Center", included the "Mir", with the docking adapter seen in the

Attack of the Flesh Devouring Space Worms from Outer Space Attack of the Flesh Devouring Space Worms from Outer Space Attack of the Flesh Devouring Space Worms from Outer Space (also known as Spaceworms) is a 1998 comedy-horror film produced by Scythe Productions and directed by Martin A. Martinez. The film was written by Martinez and George N. Thompson. Starring David Wood, Barbara Jurgens, and Thompson, the film follows a group of rural Americans fleeing from zombies and outer space worms. Gargantuan worms from outer space invade the town of Arkansas and they begin turning corpses into zombies. Regarding the deadly worms as their masters, the zombies turn against the

What was the subtitle of Terminator 2?

Terminator 2: Judgment Day Terminator 2: Judgment Day Terminator 2: Judgment Day (often shortened to Terminator 2 or T2) is a 1991 American science-fiction action film co-written, produced, and directed by James Cameron. The film stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Robert Patrick, and Edward Furlong as its principal cast. It is the sequel to the 1984 film "The Terminator", as well as the second installment in the "Terminator" franchise. "Terminator 2" follows Sarah Connor (Hamilton) and her ten-year-old son John (Furlong) as they are pursued by a new, more advanced Terminator: the liquid metal, shapeshifting T-1000 (Patrick), sent back in time to kill John

Terminator 2: Judgment Day and drives away from him. Patrick also makes a cameo appearance as the T-1000 in "Last Action Hero" (1993), when he is seen walking by Schwarzenegger as he enters Los Angeles Police Department headquarters. In the same film, actor Sylvester Stallone is featured as the Terminator on a "Terminator 2" poster instead of Schwarzenegger. In "Hot Shots! Part Deux" (1993), a caricature of Saddam Hussein is frozen, shattered, and reformed in a direct parody of the T-1000 from the final scene of "Terminator 2". The opening credits show four burning horses of a carousel as the allegory of the Four

Which 1996 film has its climax on 4th of July?

4th of July (Amy Macdonald song) 4th of July (Amy Macdonald song) "4th of July" is a single release by Scottish recording artist Amy Macdonald, it was released as the third single from her third studio album, "Life in a Beautiful Light", on 22 October 2012. The song was written by Amy Macdonald and produced by Pete Wilkinson. The song was inspired by a childhood trip to New York with her family on Independence Day. On 2 October 2012 Macdonald announced that she was filming the video saying, "Early start today. Filming the video for '4th of July'". On 17 October 2012 she wrote, "The video

Fear (1996 film) the sexual tensions between father, daughter, and rogue suitor, but he has less luck with the (inevitable) garish climax, which is so unconvincingly staged it never even makes it over the top". Critical revaluation has proved kinder to the film than its initial reception. The dramatic and tense score by Carter Burwell was praised and well received. One critic has since stated that "although dismissed by some reviewers upon its release as a sensationalist, hysterical, formulaic piece, "Fear" has improved with age". The film was placed as No. 19 on Bravo TV's "30 Even Scarier Movie Moments". Fear (1996 film)

Which Apollo mission was filmed in 1995 with Tom Hanks?

Tom Hanks Tom Hanks Thomas Jeffrey Hanks (born July 9, 1956) is an American actor and filmmaker. Hanks is known for his comedic and dramatic roles in such films as "Splash" (1984), "Big" (1988), "Turner & Hooch" (1989), "A League of Their Own" (1992), "Sleepless in Seattle" (1993), "Apollo 13" (1995), "You've Got Mail" (1998), "The Green Mile" (1999), "Cast Away" (2000), "Road to Perdition" (2002), "Cloud Atlas" (2012), "Captain Phillips" (2013), "Saving Mr. Banks" (2013), and "Sully" (2016). He has also starred in the "Robert Langdon" film series, and voices Sheriff Woody in the "Toy Story" film series. Hanks has collaborated

Tom Hanks the 1995 film "Apollo 13"—reunited him with Ron Howard. Critics generally applauded the film and the performances of the entire cast, which included actors Kevin Bacon, Bill Paxton, Gary Sinise, Ed Harris, and Kathleen Quinlan. The movie also earned nine Academy Award nominations, winning two. Later that year, Hanks starred in Disney/Pixar's CGI-animated hit film "Toy Story", as the voice of Sheriff Woody. Hanks made his directing debut with his 1996 film "That Thing You Do!" about a 1960s pop group, also playing the role of a music producer. Hanks and producer Gary Goetzman went on to create Playtone, a

In which film did Susan Sarandon play Sister Helen Prejean?

Helen Prejean her best-selling book, "Dead Man Walking" (1993), based on her experiences with two convicts on Death Row for whom she served as spiritual adviser before their executions. In her book, she explored the effects of the death penalty on everyone involved. The book was adapted as a 1995 film of the same name, starring Susan Sarandon and Sean Penn. It was also adapted as an opera, first produced in 2000 by the San Francisco Opera. Helen Prejean was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the daughter of Augusta Mae (née Bourg; 1911–1993), a nurse, and Louis Sebastian Prejean (1893–1974), a lawyer.

Helen Prejean Mary Ann Antrobus have also been deeply involved at a center in Nicaragua called Friends of Batahola. Prejean has given commencement addresses to more than 50 colleges and universities around the world. Helen Prejean Helen Prejean, C.S.J. (born April 21, 1939, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana) is a Roman Catholic sister, a member of the Congregation of St. Joseph based in New Orleans, and a leading American advocate for the abolition of the death penalty. Sr. Prejean has founded the groups SURVIVE, to help families of victims of murder and related crimes. She served as the National Chairperson of the National

In which city does the action of the 1998 movie Godzilla take place?

Godzilla (1998 film) however, was not without its supporters. Kevin Thomas of the "Los Angeles Times", wrote that the film was an "expertly designed theme park ride of a movie that packs nonstop thrills." In a slightly positive fashion, Gary Kamiya of Salon commented that "The plot is about as ridiculous as you'd expect, but for the most part its absurdities are tolerable." Joe Leydon of "Variety" contributed mildly to the positive sentiment by saying "Throughout "Godzilla", New York endures the most sustained rainfall in all of movie history. Most of the action takes place at night, but even the daytime scenes unfold

Godzilla: King of the Monsters in 3D falls off as the Scorpion-78 lifts off and Kevin takes the co-pilot's place. As Daxton flies the chopper, Kevin reluctantly fires the missile into Godzilla's throat, which successfully kills the monster. Kevin falls off the Scorpion-78, but is saved by Godzilla. Kevin weeps as Godzilla takes its last breath. In 1983, American filmmaker Steve Miner approached Toho, the owners of Godzilla, about a Hollywood-produced "Godzilla" film with a big budget, A-list actors, and high-priced special effects. Miner had stated to have "always been a fan of Godzilla" and found that the character could be remade into a potentially "good movie".

Which star of Cheers co-starred with ?Whoopi Goldberg in Made in America?

Made in America (1993 film) Made in America (1993 film) Made in America is a 1993 American comedy film released on May 28, 1993 by Warner Bros. starring Whoopi Goldberg and Ted Danson, and featuring Nia Long, Jennifer Tilly and Will Smith. The film was directed by Richard Benjamin. It was shot in various locations in Oakland, California and at Oakland Technical High School. A notable song on the soundtrack is "Colors of Love," written by Carole Bayer Sager, James Ingram and Bruce Roberts, and produced by David Foster, which alludes to the story line. Zora Matthews, whose mother Sarah conceived her with the aid

Whoopi Goldberg Top 100 best film characters. Goldberg starred in "Soapdish" (1991) and had a recurring role on "" as Guinan, which she would reprise in two "Star Trek" films. On May 29, 1992, "Sister Act" was released. The motion picture grossed well over US $200 million and Goldberg was nominated for a Golden Globe Award. Next, she starred in "Sarafina!". During the next year, she hosted a late-night talk show titled "The Whoopi Goldberg Show" and starred in two more motion pictures: "Made in America" and "". From 1994 to 1995, Goldberg appeared in "Corrina, Corrina", "The Lion King" (voice), "The

Which The Bridges of Madison County star became a father again aged 65?

The Bridges of Madison County fantasy in which a virile stranger materializes in the kitchen of a quiet housewife and takes her into his arms." The book debuted on the "New York Times" bestseller list in August 1992 and slowly climbed to number 1, and remained on the list for over three years (164 consecutive weeks), through October 8, 1995. "The Bridges of Madison County" was made into a 1995 film of the same name, adapted by Richard LaGravenese and directed by Clint Eastwood. It stars Eastwood and Meryl Streep. "The Bridges of Madison County" was adapted into a Tony Award-winning musical with music and

The Bridges of Madison County "The New York Times", Brigitte Weeks said that "Bridges" had appealed to "middle-aged, world-weary people" in a manner similar to the writings of James A. Michener, though it features more sexuality than Michener's books. "The Bridges of Madison County" received multiple comparisons to Erich Segal's "Love Story" (1970) for its plot and prose. For "Rolling Stone", Peter Travers said that Waller's prose was modeled on Walt Whitman's work, but instead resembled a greeting card. Travers also said that "Bridges" exists within a tradition of "great romantic crocks" like Pat Conroy's "The Prince of Tides" (1986). "The New York Times Magazine"

Who was the star of the dark thriller 8mm?

8mm 2 8mm 2 8mm 2 is a 2005 direct-to-video thriller film directed by J. S. Cardone and starring Johnathon Schaech and Lori Heuring. The film was distributed by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. When the film was in production, it was titled "The Velvet Side of Hell." When Sony picked up the rights to distribute it, it was re-titled "8mm 2". Although this title suggests the film to be a sequel to the 1999 Nicolas Cage film "8mm", the film has no connective elements relating it to the first "8mm" film. The film was shot entirely in Budapest, and the credits contain

The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark is a children's book by Jill Tomlinson, of which there is also an audio version read by Maureen Lipman. It was published in 1968, illustrated by Joanne Cole, and an abridged edition illustrated by Paul Howard published in 2001. The story is about a young barn owl called Plop, who is frightened of the dark. The plot is divided into seven chapters, each covering a night during which Plop learns something new about the dark: dark is exciting, dark is kind, dark is fun,

Where was the 1990s version of Dickens' Great Expectations set?

Great Expectations (1998 film) were done by Francesco Clemente, an Italian painter. The actors sat for him in private. A gallery of some of the paintings is available for viewing at Fox's website devoted to the film. Great Expectations (1998 film) Great Expectations is a 1998 contemporary film adaptation of Charles Dickens’s 1861 novel of the same name, co-written and directed by Alfonso Cuarón and starring Ethan Hawke, Gwyneth Paltrow, Hank Azaria, Robert De Niro, Anne Bancroft and Chris Cooper. It is known for having moved the setting of the original novel from 1812-1827 London to 1990s New York. The film is an abridged

Great Expectations with the addition, among other things, of a fictionalised Dickens character and plot-line. Carey's novel won the Commonwealth Writers Prize in 1998. "Mister Pip" (2006) is a novel by Lloyd Jones, a New Zealand author. The winner of the 2007 Commonwealth Writers' Prize, Lloyd Jones's novel is set in a village on the Papua New Guinea island of Bougainville during a brutal civil war there in the 1990s, where the young protagonist's life is impacted in a major way by her reading of "Great Expectations". Like many other Dickens novels, "Great Expectations" has been filmed for the cinema or television

Which important US building has its roof ripped off in Superman II?

Superman II to Jor-El and General Zod. He finds Zod at the White House and tells him Superman is the son of Jor-El, their jailer, and offers to lead him to Superman in exchange for control of Australia. The three Kryptonians ally with Luthor and go to the offices of the "Daily Planet". Superman arrives, after having found the green crystal that restores his powers, and battles the three. Zod realizes Superman cares for the humans and takes advantage of this by threatening bystanders. Superman realizes the only way to stop Zod and the others is to lure them to the Fortress.

Superman II the film has an approval rating of 85% based on 40 reviews with an average rating of 7.5 out of 10; the site's critical consensus says, "The humor occasionally stumbles into slapstick territory, and the special effects are dated, but "Superman II" meets, if not exceeds, the standard set by its predecessor." On Metacritic, the film has a score of 87 (out of 100), indicating "universal acclaim". On its opening weekend, "Superman II" broke the box office record with a first day gross receiving $4.4 million. The next day, it grossed $5.6 million, which at the time was the highest-single

What is the name of the Darth Vader-to-be in the Star Wars Prequel, Episode 1?

Darth Vader Darth Vader Darth Vader is a fictional character in the "Star Wars" franchise. He is the main antagonist of the original trilogy, but, as Anakin Skywalker, is the main protagonist of the prequel trilogy. "Star Wars" creator George Lucas has collectively referred to the first six episodic films of the franchise as "the tragedy of Darth Vader." Originally a Jedi prophesied to bring balance to the Force, Anakin Skywalker is lured to the dark side of the Force by Palpatine, who is secretly a Sith Lord. After fighting a lightsaber battle with his former mentor Obi-Wan Kenobi in which he

Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith is a 2005 American epic space opera film written and directed by George Lucas. It is the sixth entry in the "Star Wars" film series and stars Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Hayden Christensen, Ian McDiarmid, Samuel L. Jackson, Christopher Lee, Anthony Daniels, Kenny Baker, and Frank Oz. A sequel to "" (1999) and "" (2002), it is the third and final installment in the "Star Wars" prequel trilogy. The film begins three years after the onset of the Clone Wars. The Jedi

What was the first sequel to Star Wars?

Star Wars sequel trilogy of episodes "VII", "VIII" and "IX". Dale Pollock, George Lucas's biographer, revealed in a 2012 interview, that as part of his biographical research during the 1980s, Lucas had allowed him to read the plot outlines for the at the time comprising 12 planned "Star Wars" film episodes, albeit on the condition of signing a confidentiality agreement. Those plans Pollock saw, however were drastically changed after "Empire Strikes Back" released because Lucas decided not to make the sequel trilogy, and instead finish the story as a trilogy, by ending the storyline with "". This led Lucas to rework and fully incorporate

Star Wars sequel trilogy Star Wars sequel trilogy The "Star Wars" sequel trilogy is the third and final set of three films in the "Star Wars" franchise, an American space opera created by George Lucas. It is being produced by Lucasfilm Ltd. and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. The trilogy is to consist of episodes "VII" through "IX", and chronologically follows "Episode VI: Return of the Jedi" (1983). Lucas had planned a sequel trilogy as early as 1976, but had cancelled it by 1981 and produced only the first six episodes. The Walt Disney Company acquired Lucasfilm in late 2012 and announced

Who did Jane Fonda play in the 60s movie of the same name where she repeatedly lost her clothes.

Jane Fonda incident was a "betrayal" of American forces and of the "country that gave me privilege". Fonda said, "The image of Jane Fonda, Barbarella, Henry Fonda's daughter ... sitting on an enemy aircraft gun was a betrayal ... the largest lapse of judgment that I can even imagine." She later distinguished between regret over the use of her image as propaganda and pride for her anti-war activism: "There are hundreds of American delegations that had met with the POWs. Both sides were using the POWs for propaganda ... It's not something that I will apologize for." Fonda said she had no

Jane Fonda award. Jane Fonda Jane Seymour Fonda (born December 21, 1937) is an American actress, writer, political activist, former fashion model and fitness guru. She is the recipient of various accolades including two Academy Awards, two BAFTA Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, the AFI Life Achievement Award, and the Honorary Golden Lion. Born to actor Henry Fonda and socialite Frances Ford Seymour, Fonda made her Broadway debut in the 1960 play "There Was a Little Girl", for which she received the first of two Tony Award nominations, and made her screen debut later the same year in

Which veteran actress Katharine was the first actress to win four Oscars?

Katharine Hepburn in her name in 1997. After Hepburn's death in 2003, the intersection of East 49th Street and 2nd Avenue was renamed "Katharine Hepburn Place". Three years later Bryn Mawr College, Hepburn's alma mater, launched the Katharine Houghton Hepburn Center. It is dedicated to both the actress and her mother, and encourages women to address important issues affecting their gender. The center awards the annual Katharine Hepburn Medal, which "recognizes women whose lives, work and contributions embody the intelligence, drive and independence of the four-time-Oscar-winning actress" and whose award recipients "are chosen on the basis of their commitment and contributions to

Katharine Blake (actress) "Armchair Theatre"; one of the first lesbian love affairs to be seen on UK television. Blake replaced Googie Withers as the Prison Governor in the ITV series Within These Walls in 1977, but only appeared in one season, leaving the role due to ill health. Katharine Blake is the maternal great-grandmother of American singer Lil Peep. She died long before he was born, and had no relationship with her daughter and her daughter's family. (reference Jenny Kastner, eldest daughter of Katharine Blake) Katharine Blake (actress) Katharine Blake (11 September 1921 – 1 March 1991) was a South African-born British actress,

Who won his second Oscar in successive years for Forrest Gump?

Forrest Gump Forrest Gump Forrest Gump is a 1994 American comedy-drama film based on the 1986 novel of the same name by Winston Groom. It was directed by Robert Zemeckis and written by Eric Roth, and stars Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise, Mykelti Williamson, and Sally Field. The story depicts several decades in the life of Forrest Gump (Hanks), a slow-witted but kind-hearted man from Alabama who witnesses several defining historical events in the 20th century in the United States. The film differs substantially from the novel. Principal photography took place in late 1993, mainly in Georgia, North Carolina, and South

Forrest Gump Carolina. Extensive visual effects were used to incorporate Hanks into archived footage and develop other scenes. The soundtrack features songs reflecting the different periods seen in the film. Released in the United States on July 6, 1994, "Forrest Gump" received favorable reviews for Zemeckis' directing, Hanks' performance, visual effects, and script. The film was a massive success at the box office; it became the top-grossing film in North America released that year and earned over worldwide during its theatrical run, making it the second highest-grossing film of 1994. The soundtrack sold over 12 million copies. "Forrest Gump" won the Academy

Who won his second Oscar for the role of Raymond in Rain Man?

Rain Man Rain Man Rain Man is a 1988 American comedy-drama road movie directed by Barry Levinson and written by Barry Morrow and Ronald Bass. It tells the story of an abrasive, selfish young wheeler-dealer Charlie Babbitt (Tom Cruise), who discovers that his estranged father has died and bequeathed all of his multimillion-dollar estate to his other son, Raymond (Dustin Hoffman), an autistic savant, of whose existence Charlie was unaware. Charlie is left with only his father's car and collection of rose bushes. In addition to the two leads, Valeria Golino stars as Charlie's girlfriend, Susanna. Morrow created the character of Raymond

The Man with Rain in His Shoes Circle at the 1999 Bogota Film Festival. The Man with Rain in His Shoes The Man with Rain in His Shoes is a 1998 Spanish-British romantic comedy film, written by Spanish singer-songwriter Rafa Russo, directed by Spanish filmmaker María Ripoll (in her directing debut) and starring Lena Headey, Douglas Henshall, Penélope Cruz, Mark Strong and Elizabeth McGovern with Paul Popplewell. The film was released under the titles "Twice Upon a Yesterday" in the United States and "If Only..." in France, the United Kingdom, and Australia. Victor (Henshall) is an actor in London who is desperate to stop his ex-girlfriend, Sylvia

In 1997 James Cameron won an Oscar for which blockbuster?

James Cameron "The Abyss", and the executive producer of "". Hamilton played the role of Sarah Connor in both "Terminator" films. Amis played the part of Lizzy Calvert, Rose's granddaughter, in "Titanic". Both Cameron ("Avatar") and Bigelow ("The Hurt Locker") were nominated for the Oscar, the Golden Globe, and the BAFTA Award for Best Director for films released in 2009. Cameron won the Golden Globe, while Bigelow won the Oscar and the BAFTA for Best Director, becoming the first woman to win either. Cameron became an expert on deep-sea exploration in conjunction with his research and underwater filming for "The Abyss" (1989)

James Cameron return to "read him chapter and verse about how great I thought he was for the artist", which led to a dispute that almost resulted in an actual fight. Cameron recalled "[almost] hitting him with my Oscar", adding that "[a lot of people] would've preferred I had played through on that one", referring to the recent Harvey Weinstein sexual abuse allegations. In June 2013, British artist Roger Dean filed a legal action at a court in New York against Cameron. Dean accused Cameron of "wilful and deliberate copying, dissemination and exploitation" of his original images, relating to Cameron's 2009 film

Which Nick won an Oscar for The Wrong Trousers?

The Wrong Trousers – Animafest Zagreb in 1994. "The Wrong Trousers" won the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film. In September 2018, "The Wrong Trousers" inspired the development of the exoskeleton suit for disabled people. The Wrong Trousers The Wrong Trousers is a 1993 British stop-motion animated short film directed by Nick Park at Aardman Animations, featuring his characters Wallace and Gromit. It is the second film featuring the eccentric inventor Wallace (voiced by Peter Sallis) and his dog Gromit, following "A Grand Day Out" (1989)"." In the film, a sinister penguin uses Wallace and Gromit's robotic "Techno Trousers" to steal a

The Wrong Trousers Animated Short Film. It also inspired a charity fundraising day, known as "Wrong Trousers Day", one of several events. A sequel, "A Close Shave", was released in 1995. Wallace gives Gromit a pair of futuristic ‘techno trousers’. Wallace decides to advertise the spare bedroom to let. The room is taken by a penguin, who befriends Wallace and isolates Gromit. The penguin takes an interest in the techno trousers after seeing Gromit use their suction feet to walk on the ceiling while decorating. After Gromit is driven from the house, the penguin secretly rewires the techno trousers for radio control. While

What is Sean Connery's profession in The Name of the Rose?

The Name of the Rose (film) turkey, salami, tomato, cheese, lettuce. And the movie is obliged to choose only the lettuce or the cheese, eliminating everything else – the theological side, the political side. It's a nice movie." The Name of the Rose (film) The Name of the Rose is a 1986 Italian-French-German mystery historical drama film directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud, based on the book of the same name by Umberto Eco. Sean Connery stars as the Franciscan friar William of Baskerville and Christian Slater is his apprentice Adso of Melk; they are called upon to solve a deadly mystery in a medieval abbey. As an

Sean Connery Sean Connery Sir Thomas Sean Connery (born 25 August 1930) is a retired Scottish actor and producer, who has won an Academy Award, two BAFTA Awards, one of them being a BAFTA Academy Fellowship Award and three Golden Globes, including the Cecil B. DeMille Award and a Henrietta Award. Connery was the first actor to portray the character James Bond in film, starring in seven Bond films, between 1962 and 1983. In 1988, Connery won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in "The Untouchables". His film career also includes such films as "Marnie", "The Name of

In which film did Jodie Foster play FBI agent Clarice Starling?

Clarice Starling Clarice Starling Clarice M. Starling is a fictional character who appears in the novels "The Silence of the Lambs" and "Hannibal" by Thomas Harris. In the film adaptation of "The Silence of the Lambs", she was played by Jodie Foster, while in the film adaptation of "Hannibal", she was played by Julianne Moore. Clarice Starling, as portrayed by Foster, was ranked the sixth greatest protagonist in film history on AFI's "100 Years...100 Heroes and Villains", making her the highest-ranking heroine. In 1991, for her portrayal of Starling she also received the Academy Award for Best Actress. In "The Silence of

Clarice Starling with Anthony Hopkins himself recommending her for the role after his previous experience working with her in the film "Surviving Picasso". In May 2012, Lifetime announced that they were developing a television series centered on Clarice Starling after her graduation from the FBI academy, titled "Clarice", which was to be produced by MGM. Bryan Fuller, the creator of the TV series "Hannibal", stated prior to the show's cancellation his desire to include Clarice Starling as a character in the fifth season, provided that he could get the rights from MGM. He said that he planned for the show's fifth season

Which Julie won an Oscar for Darling in 1965 and was Oscar nominated in 19987 for Afterglow?

Darling (1965 film) movie was a big hit in the US. Darling (1965 film) Darling is a 1965 British drama film written by Frederic Raphael, directed by John Schlesinger, and starring Julie Christie with Dirk Bogarde and Laurence Harvey. "Darling" was nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. Christie won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance as Diana Scott. The film also won the Academy Awards for Best Original Screenplay and Best Costume Design. Diana Scott (Julie Christie) is a beautiful, bored young model married to Tony Bridges (Trevor Bowen). One day, Diana meets Robert Gold

Julie Goldman (producer) Julie Goldman (producer) Julie Goldman is a film producer and executive producer. She founded Motto Pictures in 2009. She is an Oscar-nominated and Emmy Award-winning producer and executive producer of documentary feature films and series. Goldman produced Steve James' Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated , and The Final Year, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, was released by Magnolia Pictures and broadcast on HBO. Julie is producer of Life, Animated and executive producer of Weiner, both of which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Life, Animated won the US Documentary Directing Award, was nominated for the 2017 Best Documentary

Which musical set in gangland New York won 11 Oscars in 1961?

Saul Chaplin Saul Chaplin Saul Chaplin (February 19, 1912 – November 15, 1997) was an American composer and musical director. He was born Saul Kaplan in Brooklyn, New York. He had worked on stage, screen and television since the days of Tin Pan Alley. In film, he won three Oscars for collaborating on the scores and orchestrations of "An American in Paris" (1951), "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" (1954) and "West Side Story" (1961). Following education at New York University's School of Commerce, where he studied accounting, Chaplin joined the ASCAP and started out penning tunes for the theatre, vaudeville and for

U.S. Route 11 in New York historic move, the six northern legislators representing the North Country in the New York State Legislature (Senators Aubertine, Griffo and Little and Assembly Members Scozzafava, Russell and Duprey) signed an official letter of request to the same end. US 11 has three suffixed routes, all of which serve as alternate routes to US 11. NY 11A and NY 11B were assigned as part of the 1930 renumbering of state highways in New York, while NY 11C was assigned in 1982. U.S. Route 11 in New York U.S. Route 11 (US 11) is a part of the U.S. Highway System that

Who did Ali McGraw marry after they had made The Getaway together?

The Getaway (1994 film) trust anybody or anything. They can't trust their colleagues. They seemingly can't trust each other. And when mistrust occurs, it breeds violence and havoc." Basinger says her views were incorporated into rewrites of the script by Amy Jones. She liked them and accepted the role. Basinger: There's something going on between us here that was never developed between Steve McQueen and Ali McGraw [sic]. The movie asks all sorts of questions about our relationship. I'd said to Alec that if we did this together, I wanted it to be more of a partnership movie than the first. I wanted to

The Getaway People 2004. A music video was released for the track in 2005. Former lead vocalist "Boots" Ottestad released a solo album in 2004 titled "Ottestad". He has also written and/or produced songs for several artists including Robbie Williams, Tim McGraw, Andy Grammer, Macy Gray, Lena, Katherine McPhee and others. Among his most successful songs are "Come Undone" by Robbie Williams (#4 UK) and "Bee" by Lena (#3 Germany). Since at least 2011, he has continued to record and release new music from his current hometown of Los Angeles. The Getaway People The Getaway People was an alternative rock band best known