Director and producer of exploitation and softcore porn films -- via screendaily.com.
Interesting, overlooked, and significant obituaries from around the world, as they happen, emphasizing the positive achievements of those who have died. Member, Society of Professional Obituary Writers.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Eddie Yost aka The Walking Man
Former third baseman, primarily for the Senators -- via MLB.com. He earned his nickname by virtue of being a very astute batter, often drawing bases on balls. Had the most games played at his position at the time upon the end of his playing days.
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Mat Domber
Jazz record label head -- via Jazz Times. His Arbors Records was a haven for under-recorded practitioners of classic jazz!
John Ingle
Actor -- via the L.A. Times. Best known for his portrayal of "scheming patriarch" Edward Quartermaine on the TV soap opera "General Hospital."
Loose Mohan aka Arumugam Mohanasundaram
Comedic actor -- via The Hindu. (The clip below uses the world's oldest cinema gag -- "L'Arroseur Arrose.")
Monday, October 15, 2012
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Arlen Specter
Former U.S. Senator -- via ABC News. He frequently did what he thought was right -- rare in a politician.
Friday, October 12, 2012
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Sammi Kane Kraft
Actress -- via the Hollywood Reporter. Best known for her role in the remake of "The Bad News Bears."
Harris Savides
Cinematographer -- via indieWire. He did great work on films such as "Milk," "American Gangster," "Zodiac,"and "Elephant."
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