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Patricia Hamilton
Patricia Hamilton (born 27 April 1937 in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada) is a Canadian actress, perhaps best known for playing Rachel Lynde in the television mini-series '' Anne of Green Gables'', its sequels: '' Anne of Green Gables: The Sequel'', '' Anne of Green Gables: The Continuing Story'', and '' Anne of Green Gables: A New Beginning'', and several Anne of Green Gables related films (such as '' Road to Avonlea''). She also provided the voice of the character for PBS' animated series '' Anne of Green Gables''. She was nominated for a Gemini Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Dramatic Series three times, winning in 1996. Biography Hamilton attended Pittsburgh's Carnegie Tech''Avonlea actor nurses "small fire inside"'' by Mira Friedlander. ''The Toronto Star''. PEOPLE; pg. D2. February 14, 1993 She was also part of Tarragon Theatre's inaugural season in 1971. In November 2008, Hamilton starred in the Harold Green Jewish Theatre production of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Regina, Saskatchewan
Regina () is the capital city of the Provinces and territories of Canada, Canadian province of Saskatchewan. The city is the second-largest in the province, after Saskatoon, and is a commercial centre for southern Saskatchewan. As of the 2021 Canadian census, 2021 census, Regina had a List of cities in Saskatchewan, city population of 226,404, and a List of census metropolitan areas and agglomerations in Canada, Metropolitan Area population of 249,217. It is governed by Regina City Council. The city is surrounded by the Rural Municipality of Sherwood No. 159. Regina was History of Northwest Territories capital cities, previously the seat of government of the Northwest Territories, North-West Territories, of which the current provinces of Saskatchewan and Alberta originally formed part, and of the District of Assiniboia. The site was previously called Wascana ("Buffalo Bones" in Cree), but was renamed to Regina (Latin for "Queen") in 1882 in honour of Queen Victoria. This decisio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Doctor At Large (TV Series)
''Doctor at Large'' is a British television comedy series based on a set of books by Richard Gordon about the misadventures of a group of newly qualified doctors. The series follows directly from its predecessor ''Doctor in the House'', and was produced by London Weekend Television in 1971. Writers for the ''Doctor at Large'' episodes were Bill Oddie, Graeme Garden, John Cleese, Graham Chapman, Bernard McKenna, Geoff Rowley, Andy Baker, Jonathan Lynn and David Yallop, as well as George Layton (under the pseudonym of "Oliver Fry"). Plot The plot revolves around newly qualified Doctor Michael Upton as he tries to make a start in his profession. He obtains a series of jobs, including working in otolaryngology and as a general practitioner, before returning to St. Swithin's Hospital (where he received his training) as a Junior Registrar. Notable events also include Upton's (and other young doctors') pursuit of women. Characters * Barry Evans - Dr Michael Upton *George Layton ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
My Bloody Valentine (film)
''My Bloody Valentine'' is a 1981 Canadian slasher film directed by George Mihalka and written by John Beaird. It stars Paul Kelman, Lori Hallier, and Neil Affleck. The plot tells about a group of young adults who decide to throw a Valentine's Day party, only to incur the vengeful wrath of a maniac in mining gear who begins a killing spree. Conceived and produced entirely over the course of around a year, the film was shot on location in Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, in the fall of 1980. It was theatrically released on February 11, 1981 by Paramount Pictures, coinciding with the Valentine's holiday. Despite a mixed response from critics and grossing $5.7 million at the box office, the film has developed a large cult following over the years since its release. ''My Bloody Valentine'' faced notable censorship, having a total of nine minutes cut by the Motion Picture Association of America due to the amount of violence and gore. Though co-producer Dunning confirmed that the excised ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Middle Age Crazy
''Middle Age Crazy'' is a 1980 American-Canadian comedy film directed by John Trent, and starring Bruce Dern and Ann-Margret. The film was nominated for two awards (Worst Director and Worst Screenplay) at the 1st Golden Raspberry Awards. Plot Bobby Lee Burnett lives a simple suburban life with his wife, Sue-Ann, whose efforts to please him include having orgasms that end with her saying: "Bingo." After she throws a party for his 40th birthday, Bobby undergoes a serious mid-life crisis. He changes his wardrobe, buys a car and begins an affair with another woman. Sue tolerates it for a while and gets her own fling. However, Bobby returns home and thanks Sue for everything. Cast *Bruce Dern as Bobby Lee Burnett *Ann-Margret as Sue Ann Burnett *Graham Jarvis as J.D. *Deborah Wakeham as Nancy Henerson *Eric Christmas as Tom Burnett * Helen Hughes as Ruth Burnett * Geoffrey Bowes as Greg *Michael Kane as Abe Titus *Diane Dewey as Wanda Jean *Vivian Reis as Becky *Patricia Hamilton ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Who Has Seen The Wind (1977 Film)
''Who Has Seen the Wind'' is a 1977 Canadian drama film directed by Allan King and written by Patricia Watson. The film is an adaptation of W. O. Mitchell's influential novel '' Who Has Seen the Wind''. It was the first narrative feature film ever directed by King, who was previously known primarily as a documentary filmmaker."Allan King, 79: Pioneer filmmaker directed Warrendale" '''', June 16, 2009. The film stars Brian Painchaud as Brian O'Connall, with a supporting cast including Douglas Junor, Patricia Ham ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Goldenrod (film)
''Goldenrod'', also retitled ''Glory Days'' in some releases, is a Canadian drama film directed by Harvey Hart and released in 1976."Canadiana on film: a busted cowboy and a vaguely familiar painter: Goldenrod fresh and compelling". ''The Globe and Mail'', September 25, 1976. Based on the novel by Herbert Harker,"Coming attractions!: The following Canadian films are in production or are about to be shown". ''The Globe and Mail'', July 24, 1976. the film stars Tony Lo Bianco as Jesse Gifford, a former rodeo champion who must take responsibility for raising his two sons as a single parent after his wife Shirley (Gloria Carlin) leaves him. The film's cast also includes Patricia Hamilton, Ed McNamara, Donald Pleasence and Donnelly Rhodes. The film had a brief theatrical run in Toronto in 1976, but was withdrawn from theatres after the filmmakers secured a deal with CBS, which aired it as a television film in 1977."Canada's Cannes committee deliberates". ''The Globe and Mail'', January ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Edward The Seventh
''Edward the Seventh'' is a 1975 British historical drama series, made by ATV in 13 episodes. Based on the biography of King Edward VII by Philip Magnus, it starred Annette Crosbie as Queen Victoria, Timothy West as the elder Edward VII, with Simon Gipps-Kent and Charles Sturridge as Edward in his youth. Helen Ryan and Deborah Grant featured as the elder and younger Queen Alexandra respectively. It was directed by John Gorrie, who wrote episodes 7–10 with David Butler writing the remainder of the series. Only the final three episodes dramatised Edward as King (in line with his short, nine-year reign, which did not begin until he was nearly sixty years old). Annette Crosbie, who won a BAFTA for her performance, was given top billing in the series (appearing in ten out of the thirteen episodes). It was first broadcast on TV between April and July 1975. In the United States it was shown under the title ''Edward the King'', with episode introductions by Canadian-American b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Why Rock The Boat?
''Why Rock the Boat?'' is a 1974 Canadian romantic comedy film directed by John Howe. The film stars Stuart Gillard as Harry Barnes, a young journalist in Montreal who becomes romantically involved with Julia Martin (Tiiu Leek), a reporter for a competing newspaper who is organizing to unionize their industry. The film's cast also includes Henry Beckman, Sean Sullivan, Cec Linder, Maurice Podbrey, Patricia Hamilton, Jean-Pierre Masson and Peter MacNeill. The screenplay was written by journalist and humorist William Weintraub, as an adaptation of his own comic novel. Notably, he dropped the novel's most famous scene, which took place in a nudist colony, due to concerns that the scene would cause problems for the film's content rating. The film received two Canadian Film Awards in 1975, for Best Actor (Gillard) and Best Supporting Actor (Beckman). It was a nominee for Best Feature Film Best or The Best may refer to: People * Best (surname), people with the surname Best * Be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Doctor At Sea (TV Series)
''Doctor at Sea'' is a British television comedy series based on a set of books by Richard Gordon about the misadventures of doctors at sea. The series followed directly from its predecessor ''Doctor in Charge'', and was produced by London Weekend Television in 1974. Although each of its predecessors had long runs, ''Doctor at Sea'' was limited to a single series of thirteen episodes. It has been suggested that only one series was to be produced as costs for this series were a lot higher than previous programmes. Writers for the ''Doctor at Sea'' episodes were Richard Laing, George Layton, Jonathan Lynn, Bernard McKenna, Gail Renard and Phil Redmond. Cast * Robin Nedwell - Dr Duncan Waring * Geoffrey Davies - Dr Dick Stuart-Clark * Ernest Clark - Captain Norman Loftus, brother of Sir Geoffrey Loftus in the other series, also played by Ernest Clark * John Grieve - Purser * Elizabeth Counsell Elizabeth Counsell (born 7 June 1942) is an English actress, best known for st ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The ABC Afternoon Playbreak
''The ABC Afternoon Playbreak'' is an American television anthology series that was broadcast on ABC from 1973 to 1975. The ninety-minute dramas aired once a month and featured some of the more popular television and film stars of the 1970s (Diana Hyland, Bradford Dillman, Patty Duke, Diane Baker, David Hedison). Episodes Season 1 #"The Things I Never Said" (October 31, 1973) #"A Special Act of Love" (November 14, 1973) #"Mother of the Bride" (January 9, 1974) #"Miss Kline, We Love You" (February 27, 1974) #"Last Bride of Salem" (May 8, 1974) Season 2 #"Can I Save My Children?" (October 17, 1974) #"Heart in Hiding" (November 14, 1974) #"Oh, Baby, Baby, Baby..." (December 5, 1974) #"The Girl Who Couldn't Lose" (February 13, 1975) ABC's Matinee Today The series was preempted in December 1973 for the pilot of ''ABC's Matinee Today'', another dramatic anthology series. The pilot ran daily for five days, but never returned to the ABC schedule. The five episodes are frequently listed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of The Fenn Street Gang Episodes
This is a list of episodes from the London Weekend Television comedy series ''The Fenn Street Gang'', a spin-off of ''Please Sir!'' Episodes All of the descriptions are taken from the episode descriptions in the sleeves of the Fenn Street Gang DVDs, released by Network. All of the transmission dates are for the original London Weekend Television London Weekend Television (LWT) (now part of the non-franchised ITV London region) was the ITV network franchise holder for Greater London and the Home Counties at weekends, broadcasting from Fridays at 5.15 pm (7:00 pm from 1968 un ... transmissions. Alternative transmissions on other ITV regions are not listed. Series one Series two Series three {, class="wikitable plainrowheaders" style="width:100%; margin:auto;" , - ! width="20", No. !! Episode!! width="200", Writer/s !! Director !! Original ITV Airdate {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber=8 , Title=Full Circle , Aux1=John Esmonde and Bob Larbey , Aux ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Fenn Street Gang
''The Fenn Street Gang'' is a British television sitcom which ran for three seasons between 1971 and 1973. Created by John Esmonde and Bob Larbey, it was a spin-off from their popular ''Please Sir!'' series. Synopsis The series follows the lives of many of the pupils from Fenn Street School as they enter the world of work. Some episodes were written by Geoff Rowley and Andy Baker, as well as David Barry and Tony Bilbow. The series' stars were Peter Cleall, Carol Hawkins (who also replaced Penny Spencer as Sharon in the 1971 ''Please Sir!'' film), David Barry, Peter Denyer and Liz Gebhardt. Leon Vitali replaced Malcolm McFee as Peter Craven during the first series, although Malcolm took this role back for the second and third series'. Peter Denyer (Dennis Dunstable) and Liz Gebhardt (Maureen Bullock) were absent from the third (and final) series. John Alderton (Mr Hedges, their form-master in ''Please Sir!'') guest-appeared in three episodes of the first series of ''The Fenn S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
