I've watched several episodes of Mad Men, and I totally understand why its so appealing. It's well-written and very stark and blunt in its portrayal of social attitudes and norms from the 1950's and 60's. … more
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RabidChihuahua posted a Quick Tip about The Chipmunk Song.
December 22, 2011
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! Sorry to type in such immature gibberish, but that's really how I feel like reacting whenever I hear … more
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yuletide posted a Quick Tip about Mad Men.
November 17, 2011
Another singer who gets more credit for the rock and roll landscape than he deserves. His two hit singles, "La Bamba" and "Donna" prove he had talent, even though the latter is far too repetitive for … more
**** out of **** Alfred Hitchcock makes some really fine movies; movies that reach, impact, and give the viewer new ways to look at movies. Most would think "Psycho" when they … more
It is the absolute antithesis of everything the Hollywood studios are releasing today. There is no senseless violence, no special effects of any kind, practically no music and not a woman cannot … more
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TheJohn posted a Quick Tip about Elvis Presley.
October 20, 2010
Over the years I have owned any number of Nat King Cole collections. Although I never failed to enjoy the music I found each of those vinyl LP's or compact discs to be flawed in some way. Collectors … more
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Robin_Uncapher posted a Quick Tip about Mad Men.
October 09, 2010
One of my all time faves. Great Cast, James Mason one of my top three fave old time actors. Cary Grant needs no kudos from me, one of the best. Eva Marie Saint is gorgeous and sexy in this movie. I love … more
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drifter51 posted a Quick Tip about Mitch Miller.
August 04, 2010
One of the most influential record producers of the 20th Century passes away at age 99. Was largely responsible for launching the career of Tony Bennett in the 1950's. And his weekly TV show "Sing Along … more
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tisherwood posted a Quick Tip about Elvis Presley.
July 21, 2010
I am from Generation X, so 1959 is decidedly before my time. It is a year for which I feel no kinship or nostalgia. Yet I was captivated by the title of book, which beckoned me to investigate the events … more
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cat_3105 posted a Quick Tip about Mad Men.
July 10, 2010
Donald Draper is the most lovable misogynist I've ever known, and I simply cannot get enough of Joan Holloway, (she was quite a fox as Saffron in Firefly, as well, but the clothing of this period really … more
How time flies by! My old 2 CD compilation of Elvis Presley's biggest hits was issued way back in 1988. And to put it mildly the sound quality on that collection left much to … more
If you are an older person that grew up in the fifties or sixties, then this is a book that you will love. As I flipped through the pages, many memories of television shows that I had seen but forgotten … more
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AchingHope posted a Quick Tip about Elvis Presley.
June 02, 2010