Around the Blogosphere This Week

Miscellaneous bits of news and fun stuff from around the internet...

...It's been a very hectic few days here, hence the "radio silence" on the blog. I previously mentioned that one reason this column didn't appear last weekend was my participation in the MouseAdventure competition at Disneyland. It was the first in-park game in several years, and I'm happy to announce our team, Skippers in De Nile, won the Basic Division! It's a competition which is challenging on multiple levels -- Disneyland/Disney knowledge, puzzle solving, and physical ability to get around the entire park in just a few hours -- so we're all extremely proud of this result! It's our first MouseAdventure win since we won the Family Division over a decade ago.

...Coming to Blu-ray from Kino Lorber on December 5th: ODDS AGAINST TOMORROW (1959), with a new commentary track by Alan K. Rode. Here's my review from the 2019 Arthur Lyons Film Noir Fest hosted by Mr. Rode.

...And coming from Kino Lorber November 28th: THE CARPETBAGGERS (1964), which will be released in a Special Edition Blu-ray with two commentary tracks.

...I enjoyed reviewing Rachel's Ten Favorite Live-Action Disney Movies at her blog Hamlette's Soliloquy. A couple of my favorites make the list, THE PARENT TRAP (1961) and CINDERELLA (2015).

...In related news, Rachel's list was part of the 100 Years of Disney Blogathon hosted by Silver Scenes. Click the link for the index of all the interesting entries!

...Toby has reviewed the new ClassicFlix Blu-ray release of BLONDE ICE (1948) at The Hannibal 8.

...Here's an enjoyable article on Karie Bible and her tours at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.

...I recently learned that former child actress Pamelyn Ferdin announced last year that she's writing a memoir for Bear Manor Media. I'll be watching for further news! Ferdin did a great deal of voice work in the '60s and '70s, including Peanuts specials and CHARLOTTE'S WEB (1973), along with lots of episodic TV.

...Here's Lane Brown for Vulture with "The Decomposition of Rotten Tomatoes." I'm glad I've never paid any attention to RT ratings...

...Happiest birthday wishes to Janis Paige, who turns 101 today, September 16th. In honor of her special day, please enjoy last year's photo-filled centennial tribute to a wonderful actress.

...Notable Passing: Actress Gayle Hunnicutt has passed away at 80. She starred opposite James Garner in MARLOWE (1969); her other roles included playing Vanessa Beaumont on TV's DALLAS. She was married to actor David Hemmings for several years and continued to live in England after their mid '70s divorce, frequently working in British TV and movies.

...For additional recent links of interest to classic film fans, please check out my September 2nd roundup.

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