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05/01/2025

Captain Suzy Garrett and her first-officer daughter, Donna, are the first mother-daughter pair in history to pilot a commercial Skywest Airlines flight together.
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05/01/2025

Whenever Robin Williams made a movie, he always asked that the studio employ ten homeless people, using them as part of the crew.
It is estimated that Robin helped over 1,500 homeless over the course of his career.
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05/01/2025

Out of Africa (1985), directed by Sydney Pollack and based on the memoir by Karen Blixen, is a sweeping epic set against the breathtaking landscapes of Kenya. The film tells the true story of Blixen’s life as a Danish woman who moves to Africa in the early 20th century to manage a coffee plantation. Starring Meryl Streep as Karen Blixen and Robert Redford as her lover, Denys Finch Hatton, the film delves into themes of love, loss, and the beauty of the African landscape. The captivating cinematography and stirring score by John Barry helped the film earn seven Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, and it ultimately won seven Oscars, including Best Director and Best Cinematography.

Meryl Streep’s portrayal of Karen Blixen was lauded for its depth and emotional complexity, as she brought a sense of strength and vulnerability to the character. The chemistry between Streep and Redford was another highlight of the film, with their performances elevating the romantic narrative to one of cinematic history’s most iconic love stories. The film also succeeded in capturing the complexity of colonialism in Africa, offering a nuanced portrayal of the relationship between the European settlers and the native African population. Through Blixen's experiences and her relationship with Denys, Out of Africa explores the challenges of love, loss, and the stark beauty of the African landscape.

Though some critics have pointed out the film’s romanticized portrayal of Africa, Out of Africa remains a beloved classic. Its historical scope, stunning performances, and unforgettable visuals make it an enduring piece of cinematic history. The film continues to inspire new generations of moviegoers and remains an excellent example of the romantic epic genre. Both Streep’s and Redford’s performances continue to stand out, and the film’s legacy as one of the most visually stunning and emotionally resonant films of the 1980s endures.
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05/01/2025

The iconic cast of M_A_S_H, including Alan Alda (Hawkeye Pierce), Gary Burghoff (Radar O'Reilly), Loretta Swit (Margaret Houlihan), Mike Farrell (B.J. Hunnicutt), Jamie Farr (Klinger), David Ogden Stiers (Charles Wi******er III), Kellye Nakahara (Nurse Kellye), and Larry Linville (Frank Burns), brought joy and excitement to our screens. This talented ensemble made M_A_S_H a beloved series that will be cherished forever. While it's hard to pick just one, I adore the entire cast - each actor brought unique charm and talent to their roles!
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05/01/2025

Last picture of Hachiko, the faithful dog who waited for over 9 years outside Shibuya Station for his master to return even after he had died. (Colorized, 1935)
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05/01/2025

Despite the fact Clark Gable played a joke on her during the filming of "Gone with the Wind" (1939) (he put real brandy in the decanter instead of iced tea during the Bonnie Blue birth celebration scene), Hattie McDaniel and Gable were actually good friends. Gable later threatened to boycott the premiere in Atlanta because McDaniel was not invited, but later relented when she convinced him to go.
Attacked by the NAACP during her career for appearing in negative, stereotyped servile roles, Hattie strongly and proudly stated that she did the best she could. She went on to state that she worked not only for herself but thought she was working for future generations of African-Americans as well. She always hoped people would come around and understand what she had to go through in Hollywood and was extremely hurt at the way she was treated, for the roles she couldn't get, and how the NAACP kept pushing the image of Lena Horne on her.
"Why should I complain about making $700 a week playing a maid? If I didn't, I'd be making $7 a week being one." (IMDb)
Happy Birthday, Hattie McDaniel!
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05/01/2025

My 94 year old grandfather passed away this past thanksgiving. He and my grandmother built their house in 1967 and lived there the rest of their years. Yesterday we cleaned out the attic and found this gorgeous set of luggage. They are Samsonite and in nearly perfect condition. I don’t know what to do with them but I can’t part with them.
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05/01/2025

Today I should have been ninety four,
I would be having a party with cake
I’d have two fine sons and a daughter too
Grandchildren to cuddle and stay.
I’d have met a great man, dashing and tall
He’d have worked in an office in town
We’d have lived in the country, two dogs and a cat
I’d have had a fine wedding gown.
Margot would have lived nearby,
Surely a mother herself?
My mother and father would have been so proud
We’d have raised a glass to good health.
Instead we slept on wooden slats
As we shivered with hunger and cold
We were beaten for any discriminatory thing
We were given no toys to hold.
My mother was starving, she gave us her food
Scabies was rife in our camp
I wanted to die, this wasn’t life
Living with rats in the damp.
My best friend was in the camp next door
I missed her riotous laugh
I was glad to have my sister with me
Loneliness, was my first and my last.
I dreamed of food that I could eat
I wished for potatoes and meat
If I survived, I’d wash it all down
With wine and something sweet.
Typhus arrived and we both got sick
Doctors were never called in
We died one by one, Margot went first
Death was an easier win.
I hope I didn’t die in vain
I hope the world has learned
Hatred has no place in life
My diary forever preserved.
In honour of Anne Frank 12.06.1929 - 1945
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04/30/2025

The warrior you're looking at, is Sergeant , Billy Walks About, one of the most decorated Warriors in the Vietnam War. Sergeant walks about was awarded one distinguished service cross, 5 silver stars, 10 bronze Stars, and 6 purple hearts. Native tribes send more of their young men and women into battle more than any other race in the United States.
L.Dunne.
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