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Pamela Tiffin
Pamela Tiffin Wonso (October 13, 1942 – December 2, 2020) was an American film and television actress. Early life Tiffin was born in Oklahoma City to Stanley Wonso and Grace Irene (Tiffin) Wonso of Russian and British ancestry, but grew up in suburban Chicago, where she achieved success as a teen model. She attended Hunter College and appeared in a short film, ''Music of Williamsburg'' (1960). Hollywood career Tiffin was vacationing in Hollywood when she visited the Paramount Pictures lot at the age of 19. She was spotted by producer Hal B. Wallis, who had her screen tested. This led to her being cast in the film version of ''Summer and Smoke'' (1961). She then played the daughter of James Cagney's boss in the comedy ''One, Two, Three'' (1961), directed by Billy Wilder who called her "the biggest find since Audrey Hepburn". She earned a Golden Globe nomination for this film as well as one for ''Summer and Smoke''. 20th Century Fox gave her the leading role in the musical ''S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Oklahoma City (), officially the City of Oklahoma City, and often shortened to OKC, is the capital and largest city of the U.S. state of Oklahoma. The county seat of Oklahoma County, it ranks 20th among United States cities in population, and is the 8th largest city in the Southern United States. The population grew following the 2010 census and reached 687,725 in the 2020 census. The Oklahoma City metropolitan area had a population of 1,396,445, and the Oklahoma City–Shawnee Combined Statistical Area had a population of 1,469,124, making it Oklahoma's largest municipality and metropolitan area by population. Oklahoma City's city limits extend somewhat into Canadian, Cleveland, and Pottawatomie counties, though much of those areas outside the core Oklahoma County area are suburban tracts or protected rural zones ( watershed). The city is the eighth-largest in the United States by area including consolidated city-counties; it is the second-largest, after Houston, not inclu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
James Darren
James William Ercolani (born June 8, 1936) known by his stage name James Darren, is an American television and film actor, television director, and singer. During the late 1950s and early 1960s, he had notable starring and supporting roles in films including ''Gidget'' (1959) and its sequels, ''The Gene Krupa Story'' (1959), '' All the Young Men'' (1960), '' The Guns of Navarone'' (1961), and '' Diamond Head'' (1962). As a teen pop singer, he achieved hit singles including " Goodbye Cruel World" in 1961. He later became more active in television, starring as Dr. Anthony Newman in the science fiction series ''The Time Tunnel'' (1966–1967). He appeared in the regular role of Officer III James Corrigan in the police drama ''T. J. Hooker'' (1983–1986) and in the recurring role of Vic Fontaine in '' Star Trek: Deep Space Nine'' (1998–1999). Early life Darren was born in the Lower Moyamensing neighborhood of Philadelphia, on June 8, 1936. He is of Italian descent. He wanted t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippe Leroy (actor)
Philippe Leroy-Beaulieu (born 15 October 1930) is a French actor. He has appeared in over 150 films since 1960, and has worked extensively in Italian cinema, as well as in his native country. He was nominated for the BAFTA Award for Best Foreign Actor for his debut performance in Jacques Becker’s '' The Hole'' (1960), and for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie for playing the titular role in the Italian miniseries ''The Life of Leonardo da Vinci'' (1971). He was previously a decorated paratrooper in the French Foreign Legion, where he served in the First Indochina War and the Algerian War. Early life Philippe Leroy-Beaulieu was born in Paris on 15 October 1930 to a prominent family. His ancestors included economist Pierre Paul Leroy-Beaulieu, historian Henri Jean Baptiste Anatole Leroy-Beaulieu, and architect Jean-François Leroy. He worked on an ocean liner as a teenager, and spent a year abroad in New York City. Military ser ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Almost Perfect Crime
''The Almost Perfect Crime'', also known as ''Delitto quasi perfetto'' and ''Imperfect Murder'', is a 1966 Italian crime-comedy film written and directed by Mario Camerini. Cast * Philippe Leroy: Paolo Respighi * Pamela Tiffin: Annie Robson * Graziella Granata: Annie #2 * Bernard Blier: Colonel Robson * Massimo Serato: Preston * Fernando Sancho: Omar * Luciano Pigozzi: Salah * Giulio Donnini: Foster * Ignazio Leone Ignazio Leone (19 April 1923 – 30 December 1976) was an Italian film actor. He appeared in 105 films between 1952 and 1976. Selected filmography * '' The Walk'' (1953) * ''I Chose Love'' (1953) * ''Amici per la pelle'' (1955) * '' A Woma ...: Mazzullo References External links * 1966 films 1960s crime comedy films Films directed by Mario Camerini Films scored by Carlo Rustichelli Italian crime comedy films 1966 comedy films 1960s Italian films {{comedy-crime-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Giornata Nera Per L'ariete (1971) - Pamela Tiffin
''The Fifth Cord'' (Italian: ''Giornata nera per l'ariete'', lit. "Black Day for Aries") is a 1971 Italian giallo film directed by Luigi Bazzoni. The film's Italian title reprises Dario Argento's practice of using animals in the titles of his thriller films. The film is based on a novel with the same name by D.M. Devine. Plot Andrea Blid, a washed-up alcoholic, attends a New Year’s party along with some friends and acquaintances. Among them is John Lubbock, who has just witnessed his best friend and fellow teacher, Edouard Vermont propose to Isabel Lancia, whom John is in love with. There is also a doctor and his wife, Riccardo and Sofia Bini. Sofia, being crippled, seems to not be having the best time. The party also includes Helene, who was at one point romantically involved with Andrea, but could not continue due to his drinking problem. All of them seem to have a ride home, except for John who prefers to walk. Whilst walking, he is attacked and nearly killed by an unseen a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dinner At Eight (play)
''Dinner at Eight'' is a 1932 American play by George S. Kaufman and Edna Ferber. The plot deals with the Jordan family, who are planning a society dinner, and what they, as well as various friends and acquaintances—all of whom have their own problems and ambitions‚ do as they prepare for the event. The film adaptation '' Dinner at Eight'' followed and Mentone Productions released the spoof '' Supper at Six''. Several revivals, a made-for-TV movie, and an opera followed. 1932 Broadway production ''Dinner at Eight'', a three act Broadway play, opened October 22, 1932, at the Music Box Theatre, and closed May 6, 1933 after 232 performances. The play was produced by Sam H. Harris, staged by George S. Kaufman; Assistant Director: Robert B. Sinclair. To date the original 1932 Broadway production of ''Dinner at Eight'' has had the longest run with 232 performances vs. the 1933, 1966 and 2002 revivals with 218, 127 and 45 performances, respectively. Main cast: * Ann Andrews as M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Harper (film)
''Harper'' (released in the UK as ''The Moving Target'') is a 1966 American mystery film based on Ross Macdonald's 1949 novel ''The Moving Target'' and adapted for the screen by novelist William Goldman, who admired MacDonald's writings. The film stars Paul Newman as Lew Harper (Lew Archer in the novel), and was directed by Jack Smight, with a cast that includes Robert Wagner, Julie Harris, Janet Leigh, Shelley Winters, Lauren Bacall, and Arthur Hill. The film pays homage to Humphrey Bogart's portrayals of Sam Spade and Philip Marlowe by featuring Lauren Bacall, Bogart's widow, who plays a wounded wife searching for her missing husband, a role similar to General Sternwood in the 1946 Bogart-and-Bacall film ''The Big Sleep''. Goldman received a 1967 Edgar Award for Best Motion Picture Screenplay. In 1975, Newman reprised his role in '' The Drowning Pool''. Plot Private investigator Lew Harper skips the appointment to sign his divorce papers when asked to search for multi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marcello Mastroianni
Marcello Vincenzo Domenico Mastroianni (28 September 1924 – 19 December 1996) was an Italian film actor, regarded as one of his country's most iconic male performers of the 20th century. He played leading roles for many of Italy's top directors in a career spanning 147 films between 1939 and 1997, and garnered many international honors including 2 BAFTA Awards, 2 Best Actor awards at the Venice and Cannes film festivals, 2 Golden Globes, and 3 Academy Award nominations. Born in the province of Frosinone and raised in Turin and Rome, Mastroianni made his film debut in 1939 at the age of 14, but did not seriously pursue acting until the 1950s, when he made his critical and commercial breakthrough in the caper comedy ''Big Deal on Madonna Street'' (1959). He became an international celebrity through his collaborations with director Federico Fellini, first as a disillusioned tabloid columnist in ''La Dolce Vita'' (1960), then as a creatively-stifled filmmaker in ''8½'' (1963 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kiss The Other Sheik
''Kiss the Other Sheik'' ( it, Oggi, domani, dopodomani, also known as ''The Man, the Woman and the Money'') is a 1965 Italian comedy film in three segments, directed by Eduardo De Filippo, Marco Ferreri, and Luciano Salce. It stars Marcello Mastroianni, Virna Lisi, Catherine Spaak, Pamela Tiffin, and Luciano Salce.Tom Lisanti. ''Pamela Tiffin: Hollywood to Rome, 1961–1974''. McFarland. . Chapter: "Kiss the Other Sheik", pp. 147-151. The literal English translation of the Italian title is "Today, Tomorrow and the Day After Tomorrow". Cast * Marcello Mastroianni - Mario (segment "L'uomo dei 5 palloni") / Michele (segment "L'ora di punta", "La moglie bionda") * Catherine Spaak - Giovanna (segment "L'uomo dei 5 palloni") * Virna Lisi - Dorothea (segment "L'ora di punta") * Luciano Salce - Arturo Rossi (segment "L'ora di punta") * Pamela Tiffin - Pepita (segment "La moglie bionda") * Lelio Luttazzi - Michele's Friend (segment "La moglie bionda") * Raimondo Vianello - Police Commiss ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Hallelujah Trail
''The Hallelujah Trail'' is a 1965 American Western mockumentary spoof directed by John Sturges, with top-billed stars Burt Lancaster, Lee Remick, Jim Hutton and Pamela Tiffin. It was based on the book of the same title (originally released as "The Hallelujah Train") by Bill Gulick in 1963. The film was one of several large-scale widescreen, long-form "epic" comedies produced in the 1960s, much like ''The Great Race'' and ''It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World'', combined with the epic grandeur of the Western genre. Its running time is 2 hours, 45 minutes. The film is part of a group, which were filmed in Ultra Panavision 70 and presented in selected theaters via the oversized Super Cinerama process. Stuntman Bill Williams was killed on November 13, 1964, while performing a stunt involving a wagon going over a cliff. The scene was kept in the movie. On October 19, 1968, three years and four months after its release, the film had its television premiere in a three-hour timeslot on '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Burt Lancaster
Burton Stephen Lancaster (November 2, 1913 – October 20, 1994) was an American actor and producer. Initially known for playing tough guys with a tender heart, he went on to achieve success with more complex and challenging roles over a 45-year career in film and, later, television. He was a four-time nominee for the Academy Award for Best Actor (winning once), and he also won two BAFTA Awards and one Golden Globe Award for Best Lead Actor. The American Film Institute ranks Lancaster as of the greatest male stars of classic Hollywood cinema. Lancaster performed as a circus acrobat in the 1930s. After serving in World War II, the 33-year-old Lancaster landed a role in a Broadway play and drew the attention of a Hollywood agent. His breakthrough role was in the film noir ''The Killers'' in 1946 alongside Ava Gardner. A critical success, it launched both of their careers. Not long after in 1948, Lancaster starred alongside Barbara Stanwyck in the commercially and criticall ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Three Coins In The Fountain (film)
''Three Coins in the Fountain'' is a 1954 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Jean Negulesco from a screenplay by John Patrick, based on the 1952 novel ''Coins in the Fountain'' by John H. Secondari. It stars Clifton Webb, Dorothy McGuire, Jean Peters, Louis Jourdan, and Maggie McNamara, with Rossano Brazzi, Howard St. John, Kathryn Givney, and Cathleen Nesbitt. The film follows three American women working in Rome who dream of finding romance in the Eternal City. It was originally titled ''We Believe in Love''. The film's main title song " Three Coins in the Fountain", sung by an uncredited Frank Sinatra, went on to become an enduring standard. The film was made in Italy during the "Hollywood on the Tiber" era. At the 27th Academy Awards in 1955, the film received two Academy Awards—for Best Cinematography and Best Song—and was nominated for Best Picture. Plot Young American secretary Maria Williams arrives in Rome and is greeted by Anita Hutchins, the woma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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