Jul 31, 2015

Cold Blooded Creatures



Cold Blooded Creatures - Jim Nesci will be on WINDY CITY LIVE this Tuesday Aug.4th at 11AM! The show starts at 11am not as previously posted at 10am. Please tune in to see what Jim does like no one else!! Bubba the Alligator will be on set!!! http://coldbloodedcreatures.com

Jim Nesci MPHS Jan 66

Cold Blooded Creatures



Cold Blooded Creatures - Jim Nesci will be on WINDY CITY LIVE this Tuesday Aug.4th at 11AM! The show starts at 11am not as previously posted at 10am. Please tune in to see what Jim does like no one else!! Bubba the Alligator will be on set!!! http://coldbloodedcreatures.com

Jim Nesci MPHS Jan 66

Man in the Shadow - 1957 -Movie Review by Charles Kuenneth MPHS 66


Here are my thoughts on "Man in the Shadow".  This harkens back to the late 1950's.  It mentions the Beverly Theater.  I'm sure you saw many a film at the Beverly Theater.  

It was part of my youth!   I suspect it was part of yours too.  


MAN IN THE SHADOW --- 1957 --- (in my group of 101 to 200 favorite films)

I was 10 years old when I first saw this movie at the Beverly Theater on the southwest side of Chicago in 1957.  To this day the film still resonates with me.  It is a movie about a man standing up for what is right against everyone else.  He (in this case a sheriff played by Jeff Chandler) tries to delicately investigate the death of a migrant worker who becomes a bit to familiar with a wealthy cattle baron's daughter.  Chandler's outrageous insolence is rewarded by brutality and the turning against him of family, friends and co-workers.  But his unwavering pursuit of what is right and just eventually wins the day.


This movie is no "Citizen Kane" even though Orson Welles is the co-star.  The film garnered relatively good reviews but ultimately disappeared, crowded into obscurity by the more significant films of this period.  For me, however, "Man in the Shadow" triumphs.  The reason for this is the fabulous, tortured portrayal of Ben Sadler by Jeff Chandler.  The other actors are quite good and the production values decent, but there was something about Ben Sadler's strength and 
determination, as played by Chandler, that scorched my soul. 

Perhaps, at that time in my 10 year old life, I too had been challenged to do the right thing.  I probably failed, but how many at that age have the courage, confidence and determination to go against everyone else?  Seeing the Chandler character, who was no pompous braggart, hesitantly at first, then resolutely seek justice if not inspired me, then at least it seared my memory.  After being dragged behind a pickup truck through town, Ben Sadler pushes away the doctor's warning shouting "I've lived here all my life… but it took me until today to teach me there isn't a yard of guts in this whole town!  This isn't a town… it's a trained dog act… I'm through being pushed around!  One way or another I'm going to get myself a couple of murderers tonight… and if any of you…DESCENT people want to try to stop me… there's room for you in Kelley's (the coroner) back room too!" Hopefully it made me a better person.  If it did, then how many movies have that power?


In conclusion, you will not see this movie on any top ten list.  In my opinion, at least for me, it was an highly effective, if not inspiring, film.  Perhaps the script is a bit predictable and the production values average (Universal Studios did not consider this a prestige film) but for me Chandler's performance was, and still is, golden.


Cast:
Jeff Chandler ----- Ben Sadler
Orson Welles ----- Virgil Renchler
Colleen Miller ----- Skippy Renchler
Ben Alexander ----- Ab Begley
Barbara Lawrence ----- Helen Sadler
John Larch ----- Ed Yates
James Gleason ----- Hank James
Royal Dano ----- Aiken Clay
Paul Fix ----- Herb Parker
William Schallert ----- Jim Shaney



More classic movie reviews by Charles at:

moviereviewsbycharles.blogspot.com




Man in the Shadow - 1957 -Movie Review by Charles Kuenneth MPHS 66


Here are my thoughts on "Man in the Shadow".  This harkens back to the late 1950's.  It mentions the Beverly Theater.  I'm sure you saw many a film at the Beverly Theater.  

It was part of my youth!   I suspect it was part of yours too.  


MAN IN THE SHADOW --- 1957 --- (in my group of 101 to 200 favorite films)

I was 10 years old when I first saw this movie at the Beverly Theater on the southwest side of Chicago in 1957.  To this day the film still resonates with me.  It is a movie about a man standing up for what is right against everyone else.  He (in this case a sheriff played by Jeff Chandler) tries to delicately investigate the death of a migrant worker who becomes a bit to familiar with a wealthy cattle baron's daughter.  Chandler's outrageous insolence is rewarded by brutality and the turning against him of family, friends and co-workers.  But his unwavering pursuit of what is right and just eventually wins the day.


This movie is no "Citizen Kane" even though Orson Welles is the co-star.  The film garnered relatively good reviews but ultimately disappeared, crowded into obscurity by the more significant films of this period.  For me, however, "Man in the Shadow" triumphs.  The reason for this is the fabulous, tortured portrayal of Ben Sadler by Jeff Chandler.  The other actors are quite good and the production values decent, but there was something about Ben Sadler's strength and 
determination, as played by Chandler, that scorched my soul. 

Perhaps, at that time in my 10 year old life, I too had been challenged to do the right thing.  I probably failed, but how many at that age have the courage, confidence and determination to go against everyone else?  Seeing the Chandler character, who was no pompous braggart, hesitantly at first, then resolutely seek justice if not inspired me, then at least it seared my memory.  After being dragged behind a pickup truck through town, Ben Sadler pushes away the doctor's warning shouting "I've lived here all my life… but it took me until today to teach me there isn't a yard of guts in this whole town!  This isn't a town… it's a trained dog act… I'm through being pushed around!  One way or another I'm going to get myself a couple of murderers tonight… and if any of you…DESCENT people want to try to stop me… there's room for you in Kelley's (the coroner) back room too!" Hopefully it made me a better person.  If it did, then how many movies have that power?


In conclusion, you will not see this movie on any top ten list.  In my opinion, at least for me, it was an highly effective, if not inspiring, film.  Perhaps the script is a bit predictable and the production values average (Universal Studios did not consider this a prestige film) but for me Chandler's performance was, and still is, golden.


Cast:
Jeff Chandler ----- Ben Sadler
Orson Welles ----- Virgil Renchler
Colleen Miller ----- Skippy Renchler
Ben Alexander ----- Ab Begley
Barbara Lawrence ----- Helen Sadler
John Larch ----- Ed Yates
James Gleason ----- Hank James
Royal Dano ----- Aiken Clay
Paul Fix ----- Herb Parker
William Schallert ----- Jim Shaney



More classic movie reviews by Charles at:

moviereviewsbycharles.blogspot.com




Jul 28, 2015

Nathan Benderson Park Sarasota, FL

Nice morning.

Small Gator at the bottom of the sun reflection

Nathan Benderson Park Sarasota, FL





Situated just west of Interstate 75 in tropically beautiful Sarasota, Florida, Nathan Benderson Park is a unique 600-acre community park providing the public access to a picturesque 500-acre lake and an exciting world of recreational pursuits.

Athletes look forward to rowing on the park’s world-class 2,000-meter sprint rowing and training course, while families and visitors can get on the water in a kayak, rowboat or stand up paddle board, find a scenic spot to enjoy an afternoon picnic, or walk, run or bike our peaceful, neatly manicured trails encircling the shimmering lake. The choices are virtually endless, and every moment takes place amid the sights and sounds of Florida’s pristine natural beauty – with the possibility of seeing an osprey, splashing fish or blooming flowers along the way.
















Jul 27, 2015

The Parachute in Riverview Park in Chicago



The parachute in Riverview Park was a frightening ride. You very slowly went up and up and up. Then you hit the top, and floated down.

Riverview operated from 1904 to 1967. It was located at Belmont and Western.

Videos of the park below:


1936 CHICAGO: AMUSEMENT PARK RIDE - PARACHUTE ...

www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUtAviyTaT8

Apr 6, 2012 - Uploaded by MyFootage.com
1936 CHICAGO: AMUSEMENT PARK RIDE PARACHUTE DROP / FUN. Riverview Park. Shot of girls in ...

Riverview Amusement Park Chicago 1957 with Brothers ...

www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3KB7MxGdUo

Mar 17, 2010 - Uploaded by bigscreenadventures
Riverview Amusement Park Chicago 1957 with Brothers Grimm, Bob and .... 1936 CHICAGO: AMUSEMENT ...

the bobs roller coaster riverview park chicago - YouTube

www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0P6_FAS6TM

Jan 3, 2008 - Uploaded by frankraven
the bobs roller coaster riverview park chicago. frank ravenchicago .... My grandmother lost her shoe on the ...

Riverview Amusement Park (circa 1952, Chicago) - YouTube

www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVbC3KDWuOY

Feb 2, 2015 - Uploaded by chicagofilmarchives
Excerpt from a 17 minute home movie shot in Chicago in the early 1950's. This particular scene features a ...

Riverview Rewind - YouTube

www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fdxcg1qeoI

Sep 25, 2013 - Uploaded by John Boda
The World's Greatest Amusement Park! 1904 - 1967 in Chicago. I visited it once as a very young kid and went ...

I Remember Riverview (Part 2, 1984) - YouTube

www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQntpqfbxHw

Jul 22, 2008 - Uploaded by The Museum of Classic Chicago Television (www.FuzzyMemories.TV)
The Museum of Classic Chicago Television (www. ... that originally aired on Image Union - I Remember ...

Riverview Remembered by WGN - YouTube

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ot47vAN4HBY

Oct 5, 2007 - Uploaded by WGN News
The Riverview Amusement park was *the* place to go for generations of Chicago kids...until it was torn down ...

Riverview Amusement Park Chicago Flying Turns Model ...

www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUg2gcSXoJQ

Sep 14, 2008 - Uploaded by smctopia
This model of the Flying Turns ride from Riverview Amusement Park was ... 1936 CHICAGO: AMUSEMENT PARK ...

Riverview Amusement Park Chicago Rotor Model - YouTube

www.youtube.com/watch?v=6olvbduUvPI
Sep 14, 2008 - Uploaded by smctopia
This model of the Rotor from Riverview Amusement Park inChicago was ... 1936 CHICAGO: AMUSEMENT PARK ...


Riverview Park (Chicago) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riverview_Park_(Chicago)

Wikipedia
This is an article about the amusement park called Riverview Park. For the neighborhood of that name in Ottawa, Canada, see Riverview (Ottawa). For the ...

Riverview Park - Chicago, IL - Defunct Amusement Parks

www.defunctparks.com/parks/IL/riverview/riverviewpark.htm

Location: Bordered by Western and Belmont Avenues, the Chicago River and Lane Tech High ... Riverview Park: Its Role in a Changing Metropolitan Area

Riverview Remembered by WGN - YouTube

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ot47vAN4HBY

Oct 5, 2007 - Uploaded by WGN News
The Riverview Amusement park was *the* place to go for generations of Chicago kids...until it was torn ...

Riverview amusement park photos - Chicago Tribune

www.chicagotribune.com/.../chi-080714-riverview-phot...

Chicago Tribune
Jun 22, 2011 - Riverview Park in Chicago was one of the great urban amusement parks, featuring rollercoasters, a ferris wheel, a fun house and a parachute ..