This dubious mix of war combat and faith-based inspiration is as well directed as any of Douglas Sirk’s films, even if literally every scene seems to be saying the wrong thing. Combat pilot Col. Dean Hess helped found and publicize a major orphanage in South Korea, but as personified by a pious Rock Hudson his story comes off as a public relations gambit. A fine cast empowers the grandstanding bid for sainthood, where ‘Killer Hess’ channels his guilt into good works. The aerial footage is outstanding — Sirk really loved his airplanes.
Battle Hymn
Blu-ray
Kl Studio Classics
1957 / Color / 2:35 widescreen / 108 min. / Street Date April 27, 2021 / available through Kino Lorber / 24.95
Starring: Rock Hudson, Dan Duryea, Anna Kashfi, James Edwards, Martha Hyer, Philip Ahn, James Hong, Don DeFore, Jock Mahoney, Carl Benton Reid, Alan Hale Jr., Bartlett Robinson, Carleton Young, William Hudson.
Cinematography: Russell Metty
Film Editor: Russel F. Schoengarth
Art Directors: Alexander Golitzen,...
Battle Hymn
Blu-ray
Kl Studio Classics
1957 / Color / 2:35 widescreen / 108 min. / Street Date April 27, 2021 / available through Kino Lorber / 24.95
Starring: Rock Hudson, Dan Duryea, Anna Kashfi, James Edwards, Martha Hyer, Philip Ahn, James Hong, Don DeFore, Jock Mahoney, Carl Benton Reid, Alan Hale Jr., Bartlett Robinson, Carleton Young, William Hudson.
Cinematography: Russell Metty
Film Editor: Russel F. Schoengarth
Art Directors: Alexander Golitzen,...
- 3/16/2021
- by Glenn Erickson
- Trailers from Hell
Even lesser Abbott & Costello movies are still comedy gravy to the avid fans of the fast-talking duo. Their first film deal away from Universal yields a so-so production graced with a string of their patented old-time comedy routines. And the transfer beats anything we’ve yet seen.
The Noose Hangs High
Blu-ray
ClassicFlix
1948 / B&W / 1:37 Academy / 77 min. / Street Date August 15, 2017 / available through ClassicFlix / 24.99
Starring: Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Joseph Calleia, Leon Errol, Cathy Downs, Mike Mazurki, Fritz Feld, Murray Leonard, Ellen Corby, Russell Hicks, James Flavin, Minerva Urecal, Fred Kelsey.
Cinematography: Charles Van Enger
Film Editor: Harry Reynolds
Assistant Director: Howard W. Koch
Original Music: Walter Schumann
Written by John Grant, Howard Harris from an earlier screenplay by Charles Grayson, Arthur T. Horman story by Julian Blaustein, Daniel Taradash, Bernard Feins
Produced and Directed by Charles Barton
A few famous movie comedy teams prospered with good will and parted with hugs,...
The Noose Hangs High
Blu-ray
ClassicFlix
1948 / B&W / 1:37 Academy / 77 min. / Street Date August 15, 2017 / available through ClassicFlix / 24.99
Starring: Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Joseph Calleia, Leon Errol, Cathy Downs, Mike Mazurki, Fritz Feld, Murray Leonard, Ellen Corby, Russell Hicks, James Flavin, Minerva Urecal, Fred Kelsey.
Cinematography: Charles Van Enger
Film Editor: Harry Reynolds
Assistant Director: Howard W. Koch
Original Music: Walter Schumann
Written by John Grant, Howard Harris from an earlier screenplay by Charles Grayson, Arthur T. Horman story by Julian Blaustein, Daniel Taradash, Bernard Feins
Produced and Directed by Charles Barton
A few famous movie comedy teams prospered with good will and parted with hugs,...
- 8/26/2017
- by Glenn Erickson
- Trailers from Hell
Former "24" Vice president Cameron Daddo has just been cast in "Nikita." He's taking a step up the governmental ladder. This time he's the President! He'll be part of a major plot line where Division goes up against the Oval Office.
TV Line reports that the Australian actor will play President Charles Grayson. Considering that Division is unknown, even to the top brass in the government, this should be a big event. Most of the story is being kept quiet, but we do know one thing.
According to the site, the President will be introduced in Episode 22, entitled, "Crossbow." Everyone will have to up their game, as the Commander in Chief will be blackmailed with a weapon that could cause major destruction.
Daddo has also been seen in shows like "Rizzoli & Isles" and "The Mentalist." Let us know what you think of this casting news below.
TV Line reports that the Australian actor will play President Charles Grayson. Considering that Division is unknown, even to the top brass in the government, this should be a big event. Most of the story is being kept quiet, but we do know one thing.
According to the site, the President will be introduced in Episode 22, entitled, "Crossbow." Everyone will have to up their game, as the Commander in Chief will be blackmailed with a weapon that could cause major destruction.
Daddo has also been seen in shows like "Rizzoli & Isles" and "The Mentalist." Let us know what you think of this casting news below.
- 4/1/2012
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Following a tense confrontation between Nikita and Amanda, Nikita is on hiatus until April 20.
But producers are at least giving viewers plenty to ponder, as Cameron Daddo (guest roles on The Mentalist, NCIS, Leverage) as President of the United States Charles Grayson. TV Line reports that Daddo will debut on episode 22, "Crossbow."
Nikita Review: "Wrath"
As for the return episode, it will be titled "Wrath," it's previewed above and this is the official CW synopsis for what's to come:
When Nikita worked for Division, she targeted a man named Nicholas Brandt and infiltrated his inner circle. She captured him and he’s been behind bars ever since. However, Percy springs Brant, and his first mission is to capture Nikita for payback.
After he has her in his clutches, he tortures her, forcing Nikita to face a side of herself she thought she had long buried. Meanwhile, Percy continues to play mind games with Michael,...
But producers are at least giving viewers plenty to ponder, as Cameron Daddo (guest roles on The Mentalist, NCIS, Leverage) as President of the United States Charles Grayson. TV Line reports that Daddo will debut on episode 22, "Crossbow."
Nikita Review: "Wrath"
As for the return episode, it will be titled "Wrath," it's previewed above and this is the official CW synopsis for what's to come:
When Nikita worked for Division, she targeted a man named Nicholas Brandt and infiltrated his inner circle. She captured him and he’s been behind bars ever since. However, Percy springs Brant, and his first mission is to capture Nikita for payback.
After he has her in his clutches, he tortures her, forcing Nikita to face a side of herself she thought she had long buried. Meanwhile, Percy continues to play mind games with Michael,...
- 3/31/2012
- by matt@mediavine.com (Matt Richenthal)
- TVfanatic
Cameron Daddo, who played 24‘s Season 7 veep, is now set to hang his hat in the Oval Office.
TVLine has learned exclusively that the Australian actor has booked a pivotal role on The CW’s Nikita, playing President of the United States Charles Grayson.
Details surrounding his appearance are being kept under wraps, but based on the fact that the dastardly Division is a rogue operation — one not even known about by the Potus — it’s safe to say somethin’ is about to hit the fan.
What we can tell you is this: By the time the president is introduced...
TVLine has learned exclusively that the Australian actor has booked a pivotal role on The CW’s Nikita, playing President of the United States Charles Grayson.
Details surrounding his appearance are being kept under wraps, but based on the fact that the dastardly Division is a rogue operation — one not even known about by the Potus — it’s safe to say somethin’ is about to hit the fan.
What we can tell you is this: By the time the president is introduced...
- 3/31/2012
- by Megan Masters
- TVLine.com
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