Monthly Archives: August 2013

“The Boys from Brazil”

Posted on August 31, 2013 by robbinsrealm

Premiering on October 5, 1978 in New York City, New York, the compelling, highly entertaining, and suspenseful “The Boys from Brazil,” was directed by Oscar winner Franklin J. Schaffner (Patton). Written for the screen by Heywood Gould (Trial by Jury), … Continue reading →

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“Plummer & Mason Are a Fantastic Holmes & Watson”

Posted on August 23, 2013 by robbinsrealm

“Murder by Decree” is an atmospheric, engaging, and well-paced, 1979 film directed by Bob Clark (A Christmas Story). The screenplay of the 124 minute movie was written by John Hopkins (Z Cars) based on the book “The Ripper File,” which … Continue reading →

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“DOC: A Memoir”

Posted on August 14, 2013 by robbinsrealm

On Monday, November 16, 1964, in a hospital in Tampa, Florida, Dwight Eugene Gooden was born to Dan and Ella May Gooden; a steel worker and health care professional, respectfully. Unbeknownst to the couple, they had just given life to … Continue reading →

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“Bad Ronald”

Posted on August 7, 2013 by robbinsrealm

Based on the novel by Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy Award winning author, John Holbrook Vance, (The Dragon Masters), the television film “Bad Ronald” first aired on ABC (American Broadcasting Company) on October 23, 1974. The film’s teleplay, adapted from … Continue reading →

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