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Special effects expert for Lawrence of Arabia film dies Richmond – Twickenham Times A Hollywood special effects expert whose humble beginnings transformed into a remarkable career rubbing shoulders with the stars has died aged 89. From creating quicksand in Lawrence of Arabia, to blowing up a bridge on the River Kwai, Eddie Fowlie led … Continue reading RIP Eddie Fowlie Continuing with locations for “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly”. After finally crossing Langstone bridge, Tuco and Blondie continue their trek to Sad Hill Cemetery and the buried $200,000. They pass through the remains of the battle field from the day before and the Confederate camp. Sad Hill is on the opposite side of the plateau seen beyond the … Continue reading Spaghetti Western Locations Romuald Andrzej Klos was born on Febraury 5, 1956 in Warsaw, Poland. Before he became an actor Klos was an architect. His first film was in “Francesco” (1989) he was eventually discovered by Italian producer, director Peter Del Monte. Klos came to Italy where he played the blind abbot in Pupi Avati’s “I cavalieri che fecero l’impresa” (2001). Klos appeared … Continue reading Happy 55th Birthday Romuald Andrzej Klos Per qualche dollaro in piu – Italian title Continue reading FOR A FEW DOLLARS MORE Patrick Connolly Bergin was born in Dublin, Ireland on February 4, 1951. His father was a senator in the Irish Parliament. Patrick dropped out of high school and worked as a postman and as a laborer before returning to finish school and then entering college working as an assistant librarian before completing his degree in drama and education. Bergin became … Continue reading Happy 60th Birthday Patrick Bergin Antun Nalis, affectionately called Tonci, was born on February 4, 1911 in Zara, Austria-Hungary which became part of Italy. This later helped Antun to appear in Italian films after World War II. At first he studied law in Belgrade and then joined a theater troupe. His first film appearance was in 1949′s “Zastava”. From this he built a career as … Continue reading Remembering Antun Nalis [Eduardo Fajardo and Anontoni J. Rodriguez] The famous Spanish actor Eduardo Fajardo received last Saturday January 29, 2010 a warm tribute for his career at the Performing Arts Center in Níjar, where the audience was thrilled by the words that the artist addressed the audience. The event was organized by the Department of Culture, Education and Celebration of the City … Continue reading Eduardo Fajardo honored Ermelinda Siniscalchi di Venosa was born on February 3, 1926 in Vercelli, Italy. After studying literature and philosophy at the university she moved to Rome and entered acting in both theater and in films. She made her film debut in “Sigillo rosso” directed by Flavio Calzavara in 1950. She was tall, slim and good looking and was perfect for playing … Continue reading Happy 85th Birthday Linda Sini An early spring was predicted this morning when Punxsutawney Phil emerged just after dawn and did not see his shadow. How accurate is Phil? He’s correct only 39% of the time, but what would you expect from a groundhog. So don’t put away that winter coat and boots just yet. Continue reading Groundhog Day 2011 Per qualche dollaro in meno – Italian title A 1966 Italian production [Panda Film (Rome)] Continue reading FOR A FEW DOLLARS LESS Since 2005 the old railway station of Almería has been bolted shut hoping for a better future while waiting for the arrival of the AVE and the underground. Even though it continues to gather dust it has not been forgotten when it comes to those who value this important architectural monument which is considered as a site of cultural interest, … Continue reading Spaghetti Western Postage Stamps José María Elorrieta de Lacy was born on February 1, 1921 in Madrid, Spain. He began his film career in 1945 writing and directing the film “La ciudad de los muñecos”. During his 30 year career he directed over 55 films and wrote screenplays for over 40 films while producing one documentary. He directed four Euro-westerns “Apache Fury” (1964), “Massacre … Continue reading Remembering José Elorrieta Più forte sorelle – Italian title A 1973 Italian production [New Films (Rome)] Continue reading FOR A BOOK OF DOLLARS My latest article, ‘Go West, Comrade: Unearthing Politics in the Spaghetti Western’, has been published on the world’s foremost Euro Western fan site: the Spaghetti Western Database. I suggest therein that the political significance of the leftist Spaghettis that emerged in and around the era of protest (1966-1970) lies in their propensity towards ideological over-simplification, which directly reflects an equivalent outlook … Continue reading Go West, Comrade… on the Spaghetti Western Database! The creations of Carlo Simi at the Church of the Artists in Rome The exhibition in Rome is hosted by the wife of the architect, set designer and costume designer. The exhibition is at the Church of the Artists in the Piazza del Popolo in Rome, and is dedicated to the great architect, designer and Italian costume designer Carlo Simi. … Continue reading Carlo Simi exhibit in Rome |
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