Jobeth Williams in Poltergeist (1982)  

The disaster trend of the 1970s peaked with The Towering Inferno!   The movie boasted a star-studded cast, cutting-edge special effects, and jaw-dropping stunts. It not only garnered a coveted Best Picture nomination at the Academy Awards, but also ruled the box office in 1974.   Paul Newman and Steve McQueen headline the impressive ensemble cast, each earning a lucrative $1 million for their roles in the film. Architect Doug Roberts, portrayed by Newman, returns to San Francisco for the unveiling of his architectural masterpiece, The Glass Tower, an impressive structure constructed by builder James Duncan, played by William Holden.     However, things take a disastrous turn when a fire breaks out during the celebration, putting everyone on the upper floors in danger. This chaos is likely due to Duncan’s son-in-law played ruthlessly by Richard Chamberlain, who has been cutting corners.      Chief Michael O’Hallorhan, played by Steve McQueen, rushes to ...

Amanda Bearse in Fright Night (1985)  

  Embarking on a time-travel adventure in August, I found myself transported back to the glamorous 1940s at Cincinnati's iconic Union Terminal and Museum!   As seen on Local News 12, my family, friends, and fellow Cincinnati Actors Studio members joined me in immersing ourselves in the vintage festivities. Each year, the Union Terminal transports visitors back in time to the 1940s, featuring classic cars, big band music, costume contests, vintage vehicles, swing dancing, and more.   Decked out in authentic or replica 1940s attire, we truly looked the part. Surprisingly, my fellow actors and I clinched the 2nd place in our respective divisions, a delightful cherry on top.       With actress Barbara Stanwyck as my inspiration, I delved deep into the era, meticulously studying the fashion and accessories. Donning an original 1940s sailor dress, vintage purse, gloves, earrings, and jewelry, along with era-appropriate shoes and pantyhose, I even adorned my ha...

Fredric March in Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1931)

 

 "Who do you have to know to get a drink around here?"   This month, I'm sticking with my Disas-tober theme, so I decided to check out a movie my mom saw in theaters. It's the classic 1974 film Earthquake, which imagines what would happen when a massive 9.9 quake hits L.A.  Honestly, you all know I love a cheesy movie, but this one was a bit of a slog.  A lot of it just didn’t click for me, and I felt pretty bored. But then when the BIG earthquake finally hits, it finally gets interesting. The special effects are the highlight and make it worth watching at least once. The visuals and sound are really impressive. My mom told me that the film used something called Sensurround, which was meant to enhance the audio experience during screenings. She said her seat shook!  Released on November 15, 1974, it features a star-studded with Charlton Heston, Ava Gardner, George Kennedy, Lorne Greene, Genevieve Bujold, Richard Roundtree, and even a funny cameo from Walter Matt...