70s shots: Star Wars footprints at the Chinese Theater

Here’s a great “70s shot” for you to enjoy on this summer anniversary. 35 years ago, on August 3rd, 1977, Star Wars characters; C-3PO, R2-D2 and Darth Vader signed their names and left their footprints in the cement at Mann’s … Continue reading

Passings: Sherman Hensley, Tom Davis, Ginny Tyler, Simon Ward, Frank Pierson, Chad Everett

When I began this site I really hadn’t planned on posting so many obituaries. Nonetheless, it just seems right that we pay tribute to important folks who affected the 1970s. I’m sad to say that six actors and writers have … Continue reading

Trailer Tuesday: ‘Americathon’ (1979)

Satirical comedy, Americathon, hit theaters in late summer, 1979. The film stars John Ritter as the 1998 US President when America has run “out of gas, oil and cash.” An “Americathon” is held to save the country from bankruptcy and … Continue reading

Trailer Tuesday: The Poseidon Adventure (1972)

In honor of Ernest Borgnine, who passed away yesterday, here’s the trailer for The Poseidon Adventure (released December, 1972) and an extra treat video with cast members remembering the shoot. The Poseidon Adventure – The Cast looks Back The Poseidon … Continue reading