Monthly Archives: October 2009
Thor is a Friend of the Workers
I had no idea that Thor was so engaged with the proletariat. I wonder when they shorted his catchphrase from, “By Odin’s beard! The machinery of capitalism is oiled by the blood of the working class!” to just “By Odin’s … Continue reading
The Haunting (1963)
The Haunting is a wonderfully done movie directed by the legendary Robert Wise. The movie is about a group of people who have been brought into haunted house as part of a fear study, but things start happening and you … Continue reading
Zero Mostel Recites “Fears of Zero” on the Muppet Show
Amazing talent – amazing sketch. “Fears of Zero” was a sketch written by Jerry Juhl for episode 202 of “The Muppet Show”. In it, Zero Mostel recites a poem about his fears, surrounded by the Purple Heap, the Green Heap, … Continue reading
1977 Halloween Safety Educational Film
This 1977 masterpiece from Centron is to me, the best Halloween Safety Film ever made. I enjoy the timing, the art style, the music, everything. I read this was filmed in Lawrence, Kansas, but you will notice that the adivisor … Continue reading
Creepy Vintage Halloween Postcard
There are several off-putting characters represented in this vintage Halloween postcard, but to me, the creepiest member of the troupe is the guy with the mustache and bow tie. Somewhat of a cross between Hitler and Groucho Marx. Happy Halloween.
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