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March 7, 2024

3 Body Problem, Netflix adapted the popular Liu Cixin Novel

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3 Body Problem is a best selling novel from China that is written by Liu Cixin. It sold millions of copies that it gained fanbase outside China. Back in 2018 it is suppose to be adapted into a movie but it was never released despite being close to completion. Just like what happened to the Bat Girl movie. Now Fans who loved the novel will finally enj0y it in live action thanks to Netflix. Though they did some changes to diversify the cast. The original book have a mostly Chinese cast. David Benioff, D. B. Weiss and Alexander Woo works together to make this series happen. The Book is a trilogy so I hope this 1st season will be a success. We know how Netflix treats high budget shows if they didn’t deliver. It stars Jess Hong,Marlo Kelly,Saamer Usmani, Tsai Tsin, Rosalind Chao, Zine Tseng and Benedict Wong. The trailer of this 8 episode series took my breath away because of the visuals. The trailer uses a more subtle approach so you wont

May 3, 2023

The Flashback Interview: Gail Ryan

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In the cover photo for this article, you’ll recognize Marie Osmond and Barbara Eden, but you may be wondering who is accompanying them. The third party in this picture is my newest interview subject, Gail Ryan. Ms. Ryan is an accomplished hairstylist with credits going back to the 1960s. She’s worked with talents ranging from Dean Martin and Bob Hope to Demi Moore and Jim Carrey to Benicio Del Toro and many of the professionals on Dancing With The Stars. Along the way, Gail has won many awards for her work as a hairstylist, including a Best Makeup Academy Award for How The Grinch Stole Christmas. With the depth and diversity of Ms. Ryan’s work, I knew she would be a fascinating interview subject, and with the assistance of her fellow Oscar winner, and a former interview subject of mine, Ve Neill, we had the conversation that you’ll be reading today. Say hello to Gail Ryan! ——- Gail: Hello? Johnny: Hi, Gail. Johnny Caps here. Gail: Hi, Johnny. Johnny: First

April 21, 2023

Lessons in Chemistry, Breaking Barriers in the 1950s

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“Lessons in Chemistry” is a top national best novel by Bonnie Garmus because it sold millions of copies. It is now a limited series original for Apple TV Plus. Brie Larson was an Academy Award-winning actress before she became Captain Marvel. Her fans cannot wait to see her in “The Marvels.” Meanwhile, her Anti-Fandom haters cannot wait to review bomb that movie before it is released. She will go back to her roots as a dramatic actress to remind people again what she can do. The show “Lessons in Chemistry” goes beyond a mere drama and serves as a social commentary on the mistreatment of women in the 1950s. The color grading and visuals will remind you of those happy 60s sitcoms, but you can feel the hidden darkness. Apple Tv plus always makes complete story-limited series, so you won’t have to worry about cancellations after a cliffhanger ending. Lessons in Chemistry official Trailer Elizabeth Zott dreams of being a woman of science all her life. Her dream of becoming a

February 26, 2023

Boston Strangler- Based from a true crime story!

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The Boston Strangler, a notorious serial killer, instilled fear on the streets of Boston during the 1960s. He preyed on women who lived alone in their apartments, gaining entry and ultimately leading to their demise. The victims met their tragic fate in various ways, including strangulation with various objects such as stockings, bathrobes, and belts. Despite the similarities in these murders, the police initially believed they were unrelated. This movie focuses on the investigative efforts of two women, Jean Cole and Loretta McLaughlin, as they attempt to uncover the truth behind one of the most disturbing true crime stories. Using meticulous research and interviews, they uncover evidence to unmask the culprit of the heinous crimes. The film offers an insightful account of the Boston Strangler’s terror and the work of those who sought justice. The movie stars a talented cast including Keira Knightley, Carrie Coon, Alessandro Nivola, Chris Cooper, and David Dastmalchian.Matt Ruskin, known for his previous works such as the award-winning documentary “The House I Live In” and the

May 13, 2022

Pop Geeks Interviews Valerie Perrine And Stacey Souther

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I was an early crowdfunder for the documentary Valerie, a film about Oscar-nominated actress Valerie Perrine that was directed by her good friend, Stacey Souther. The film is a touching piece about Valerie’s journey from Vegas showgirl to acclaimed actress, as well as her current health issues. I recently reached out to Mr. Souther about the possibility of having him and Valerie answer some questions about the documentary, and through e-mail, the both of them did. Before you purchase Valerie, here are some stories from both Mr. Souther and Ms. Perrine about what went into the documentary, as well as memorable stories from the both of them. We start off with my questions for Stacey. ————- Johnny: How did you decide that Valerie’s story could be a documentary? Stacey: Valerie has lead the most fascinating life. It reads like a novel. She was raised in Japan after WWII, She was a showgirl in Vegas during it’s golden era and a movie star in 1970’s Hollywood during the last decade of

March 21, 2022

The Flashback Interview: Brooke Bundy

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Last year, I interviewed Tiffany Helm about her life and career. The interview went well, and I’ve kept in touch with Tiffany since then. One day, I asked if she could put in a good word for me with her mother. Who is Tiffany’s mother? She’s actress Brooke Bundy, who 80s horror fans will remember from her role as Elaine Parker in A Nightmare On Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors and A Nightmare On Elm Street 4: The Dream Master, but who also has a career going back to the 1960s. Tiffany connected us, and earlier this month, I had the pleasure of interviewing Brooke about her long and diverse career. I hope you all enjoy getting to know her. Say hello to Brooke Bundy! Brooke: Hi, Johnny. Johnny: Hello, Brooke. How are you? Brooke: I’m fine. How are you? Johnny: I’m doing good. I have my questions ready to go. Before anything, I want to thank you for taking the time out of your schedule to speak to me.

May 12, 2021

The Flashback Interview: Caroline Munro

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Caroline Munro is an accomplished actress with credits going back to the 1960s. You may know her from classic Hammer Horror films like Dracula A.D. 1972 or Captain Kronos – Vampire Hunter. Perhaps you saw her as Naomi the helicopter pilot henchwoman in the James Bond film The Spy Who Loved Me, or squaring off against the late, great Joe Spinnell in the trio of Starcrash, Maniac and The Last Horror Film. You might have heard her singing in Don’t Open Till Christmas or frolicking with Adam Ant in the music video for Goody Two Shoes. Perhaps you might have met Caroline at a convention, as I did at Chiller Theatre in October of 2018, making her the second guest of that Chiller that I’ve interviewed after Loretta Swit. However you know Caroline, you’ll get to see her in a new way through this recent interview I did with her. With the assistance of Jayne Crimin, I dialed England near the end of April to have a wide-ranging interview with

October 19, 2020

The Flashback Interview: Anita Mann

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My first exposure to the work of choreographer Anita Mann, my newest interview subject, came when I rented The Great Muppet Caper as a child. Before I even knew her name, I saw the Muppets and Anita’s dancers creating footwork fireworks with numbers like “Hey, A Movie!” and “The First Time It Happens”. As I grew older, I would come to see Anita Mann’s choreography and dancing in projects ranging from Foxy Brown to the classic 80s music series Solid Gold. With the assistance of Lauren Cahlan and the team at Wicked Creative, I was able to do an interview with Anita earlier this month. I hope you all enjoy getting to know the work of this amazingly talented and versatile entertainer. Say hello to Anita Mann! ——- Johnny: Hello, Anita. Anita: Hello, Johnny Caps! How are you? Johnny: I’m doing good. First of all, thank you for taking the time out of your schedule to speak to me. Anita: My pleasure. Thank you for your work that you do

September 7, 2020

The Flashback Interview: Brie Howard

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My first exposure to my newest interview subject, Brie Howard, came when I heard her background vocals and instrumental work on Robbie Nevil’s song C’est La Vie, which I first came across on an 80s compilation CD I purchased in the late 90s. As I grew older, I would come to discover more about Brie’s work not only as a drummer and a singer, but also as an actress and a baker. I met Brie at the Chiller Theatre convention last October, as shown in the cover photo, and was honored to meet her. We became Facebook friends a few months later, and I worked on setting up an interview with her. Brie Howard has been performing since the 1960s, deftly making her way through multiple genres of music, and earlier this Summer, she took the time to speak to me about her long and diverse career. I hope you all enjoy getting to know this incredible talent. Say hello to Brie Howard! Johnny: Hello, Brie! Brie: Hi, Johnny! How

August 10, 2020

The Flashback Interview: Joanna Cassidy

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I go back a long way with my next interview subject’s work. I first saw Joanna Cassidy in Who Framed Roger Rabbit, which I saw at the age of 5 with my family at a drive-in double feature with Big Top Pee-wee. Ms. Cassidy’s work in Who Framed Roger Rabbit as Dolores really made an impact on me. As I grew older and my 80s fandom blossomed, I would see her work in movies as diverse as Blade Runner, Under Fire and Club Paradise, and find her to be a unique and outstanding presence in each film. I met Ms. Cassidy at the Chiller Theatre convention in April of 2018, as shown in the cover photo, and it was great to meet her. I’d always hoped to interview Joanna, and last month she took some time to speak to me about her long and wide-ranging career. I hope you all enjoy reading this interview. Say hello to Joanna Cassidy! Johnny: You started out as a model. Who were your favorite

July 6, 2020

The Flashback Interview: Leigh French

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When I was five years old, The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour was revived for CBS. I was a little too young to understand the humor, but I can recall watching the reunion special that served as the pilot. That was my first introduction to my newest interview subject, Leigh French. Leigh was, of course, an essential part of the first Comedy Hour from the 60s, most memorably playing the character of Goldie O’Keefe, host of the Share A Little Tea With Goldie segments. As I grew older, I would become familiar with Leigh French in a new way as she worked as an ADR coordinator on some of the most well-known movies of the past three-and-a-half decades, working on movies ranging from three Best Picture Oscar winners, Rain Man, Driving Miss Daisy and Forrest Gump, to movies directed by both Rob Reiner and his late father, Carl Reiner. With all of her many credits, I knew Leigh French would make for an amazing interview subject. We’d been talking since at

September 20, 2019

The Flashback Interview: Elizabeth Shepherd

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My newest interview subject, Elizabeth Shepherd, was introduced to me by my friend Matt Beckoff, who books talents for conventions and recently collaborated with Ms. Shepherd on a CD with her performance of Edgar Allan Poe’s story Ligeia, a story which provided the basis for the 1964 Vincent Price movie The Tomb Of Ligeia, which costarred Ms. Shepherd. Elizabeth has worked in a diverse array of projects over the course of these past few decades, and on Wednesday, September 4th, I interviewed her about them. I hope you all enjoy getting to know her. Say hello to Elizabeth Shepherd! Johnny: Hello, Ms. Shepherd. Elizabeth: Oh, hello, Johnny Caps. Johnny: How are you? Elizabeth: I’m very well. How are you today? Johnny: I’m doing good. I have my questions ready to go… Elizabeth: Okay. Very good. Johnny: …Starting with this: The Tomb Of Ligeia celebrates its’ 55th anniversary this year. What are your favorite memories of shooting the movie? Elizabeth: Oh, I have very happy memories of it. In 1964, before

3 Body Problem, Netflix adapted the popular Liu Cixin Novel

The Flashback Interview: Gail Ryan

Boston Strangler- Based from a true crime story!

Pop Geeks Interviews Valerie Perrine And Stacey Souther

The Flashback Interview: Brooke Bundy

The Flashback Interview: Caroline Munro

The Flashback Interview: Anita Mann

The Flashback Interview: Brie Howard

The Flashback Interview: Joanna Cassidy

The Flashback Interview: Leigh French

The Flashback Interview: Elizabeth Shepherd

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