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Ohhhh, Donna, that's much to easy for me to answer! :-)
Emily, I think many of us recorded it. Fantastic appearance! Here's a link to the Videogram, in case you haven't seen it yet:
Conan O'Brien interview (7.5MB)
And thanks to Renie, we also have a great transcript.
Suzanne <Suz@mail.usa.comfoo>
Had a great time in the chat room today!, - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 19:45:59 (PDT)
Sorry for the 2nd time.... This is just to mention that "Arigato!" to Rickman's admires for her message, and that I know that the decision is mutual and mostly because of his determination of "Want to be free" to achieve (his) Life-time ambition and not to involve her in 'that' profession's usual "One-never-know-if-one gets-tomorrow's-bread" life, because he felt that's too hard and he felt it's too pity for her to acompany him into it when it's not neccessary, therefore he'd decided to keep her away from any of his profession things, since she's independent enough and capable to go own way, and Child-matter's probably also based on the same kind of his thinking & feelings and she accepted it, I guess. This is one of the ways to show one's responsibility for somebody's welfare...I'd accept this kind of decision myself...if there'll be the 2nd chance. By the way, regarding AR playing an Asian is politically NO problem at all!! Compared to The P.Harbour, it's nothing!!! Anybody forgotten that AR played a Japanese in the play which 's produced by Ninagawa at Kings,Lon?! His face is not typical of European and increasment of the age brought him more acceptable as Manchurian or Mongolian origin, and as he'd poved a few timesover the years, he looks very natural and handsome with black hair. I'd love to see the out come!!(Hoepfully it'll be shown in M'sia.Because Dogma and Brow Dry or even The Winter Guest weren't shown here...It seems the movie must come from America with not much contemporary things in it,because most of those distributers won't understand it! They only like GQ like movies or violence ones.)Can anybody help me and other unfortunate ones to be updated with his works,please???
Mika <leongmng@tm.net.myfoo>
K.L. , M'sia/Japan - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 19:34:35 (PDT)
First to Elizabeth- Sorry you're still with the poison ivy. When my daughter catches it she gets it bad, has to go to the doctor & he prescribes pills for her. Also good is Caladryl lotion-have you tried that? It's a topical lotion. Now, all you guys- which movie is this from? - "I'm going to see if I can find a pub." "You broke the bloody ship!" Just a little trivia for you. I love to quote lines from movies.
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
USA - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 19:21:03 (PDT)
For EVERYONE IN AMERICA...did any of you tape AR's appearance on Late Night W/Conan O'Brian Dec.21??? THANKS IN ADVANCE!
Emily <DkNy9428@aol.comfoo>
NJ America - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 19:02:03 (PDT)
FYI, somebody dared to put The D. Lialison here which's of course not as good as any of former ones,because of lack of understanding of its history and due to thier poor standard esp. in acting. Don't know why they put it up now?! As everybody knows that Emma and AR are very much lefty,and have very deep interest in children's welfare, as he'd mentioned about 3 and half year old girl in TMD. Especially ET could be more than AR, and she's very outspoken on what she'd want to do and see regarding children, and has been as deeply concerned as JS, who'd adopted a few orphans, about children's welfare. And as long as I've known her(not personally), I've been supporting her those ideas and causes from somewhere in UK or across-the-miles-place, and follow her ideas. Hopefully it gets many politically influencial people involved and make some aid started,just like for "Zero-Mine" has started by Ryuichi Sakamoto and many of his friends ie. David Silvian and Dalai Lama. More than 15 Worldly well known musicians contributed their talent and time to make CD and it's out already to fund the campaign.That project's also meant for many African countries the most. By the way, have you heard about "Peace Village" in Nth. Germany? It's a NGO place for the Land-Mine victims(3 to 12 years children mainly) where they are treated/trained to go back to live in their original countries.And that's a part of campaign against "human's selfisness". Aids and Land-mines are the man-made products, so human must do something to lessen the victims, especially the children, as most of us think, and it's very likely & natural of them to stand up for their never-met-but-beloved-ones.For the Aids, the best way is to educate as many as possible people and at the same time to get politicians aware of the problrems directly connected to them and the importance of solving that problem to save their face & lives or their countries, because normally those selfish people won't take any action unless there're immediate threats to their interest or lives, then make them use their influence just like terrible stink from The Thames made the Parliament to make and pass the laws for water system and clean the River ASAP last time! I hope this campign will get more big names who won't mind to stay at the village with thier concerning people, as many nights as possible, to see the reality and share and learn the sorry state of them and have hands-on experience about the people's daily lives in order to get the deep roots /background which those campigners talk about, not staying at hotels which are dream-like-luxury in the eyes of the vilaagers(of course, Gaia or any children would be excluded), otherwise their talk won't have much power to convince other people but would become those Celebrities' moody act in the name of "Saving the World". Good Luck to them!
Mika <leongmng@tm.net.myfoo>
K.L., M'sia/Japan - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 18:50:56 (PDT)
Having read this item Rickman, who was casually dressed in dark trousers and jacket, also revealed that he was trying to persuade former South African President Nelson Mandela to take part in a charity CD of children's bedtime stories
I can only hope Mr. Rickman will be reading a bedtime story!
And I do hope Emma Thompson gets a really nice bus. A 600-mile trip in a modern bus on interstate highways is heck, but riding through Africa is really really going to be rough. It does sound like a wonderful project, though.
Fausta <faustaw@yahoo.comfoo>
- Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 14:16:54 (PDT)
Re:the Help I'm Fish article I wondered if everybody had been to the www.helpfish.com where you can hear the characters voices and play some cute games.
Sue
England - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 11:54:38 (PDT)
What a nice guy.(Not so sure about veteran though.)
Another Rickman Admirer
Britain - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 11:32:29 (PDT)
SPOILERS FOLLOW:
Variety, May 7, 2001 v382 i12 p59
HELP! I'M A FISH. (Review)_(movie review)
LISA NESSELSON.
Full Text: COPYRIGHT 2001 Cahners Publishing Company
HELP! I'M A FISH (GLOUPS! JE SUIS UN POISSON)
(ANIMATED -- DENMARK-GERMANY-IRELAND)
A Film Office. (in France)/Nordisk (in Denmark) release of a CTV Intl. presentation of an A-Film, Egmont Imagination (Denmark)/Munich Animation, EIV Entertainment Filmproduktion (Germany)/Terraglyph (Ireland) production, in association with TV2 (Denmark). (International sales: CTV, Luxembourg.) Produced by Christoph Sieciechowicz. Harro Von Have, Gerry Shirren. Co-producers, Anders Mastrup, Eberhard Junkersdorf, Russell Boland. Directed by Stefan Fjeldmark, Michael Hegner. Screenplay, Fjeldmark, Karsten Kulerich, John Stefan Olsen. Music, Soren Hyldgaard; songs, Jacob Eriksen, Anders and Lars Twin, Peter Fernando, Jesper Winge Leisner; sound, Friedrich M. Dosch, Andreas Kongsgaard Mogensen. Original Danish title: Hjaelp, jeg er en fisk. Reviewed at Festival of Nordic Cinema, Rouen, France, March 18, 2001. Running time: 78 MIN. (French-voiced version.)
Three youngsters are transformed into underwater specimens and have 48 hours to find the antidote in "Help! I'm a Fish," an animated feature-length adventure with musical numbers. One of the hottest-selling pics in the 2000 Cannes Market, pan-European venture by the directors of "Jungle Jack" is reasonably funny, scary and suspenseful but shines only rarely on the animation front, with marine life rendered more imaginatively than the human members of the story. French-dubbed print caught works fine, although the vocal intonations of Alan Rickman as the evil despot fish in the English-lingo version are presumably even more delectable. Pic has racked up nice numbers throughout Scandi territories, where it was released late last year, and is doing OK in Gaul.
Classy, impressionistic animation of underwater inhabitants is used up in the opening credits, after which the drawing style switches to a more standard cartoon look. But in a marketing landscape where the general public appears to prefer the bloated, charmless overkill of a live-action "Grinch" to the beautifully rendered and emotionally spot-on "The Iron Giant," "Fish" comes as salutary entertainment for all but the very youngest viewers.
With her roly-poly computer nerd of a son in tow, pushy Aunt Anna comes over to baby-sit for cute little Stella and her irreverent older brother, Fly. But when Anna nods off, Fly takes his sister and cousin fishing. Caught off guard by high tide, the trio happens upon the grotto-based lab of a wacky-but-benign scientist (voiced by Terry Jones in the English version) who has developed a potion to turn humans into fish. (This will come in handy when the ice caps melt and flood the continents.) The antidote is painstakingly composed of ingredients from seaweed to squid ink.
Thirsty Stella accidentally drinks the potion, which turns her into a starfish. Not realizing it's his sibling, Fly tosses the creature into the ocean. In order to retrieve her, Fly gulps the elixir and turns into a talking fish with a baseball cap.
Meanwhile, the flask containing the antidote falls into the fins of Joe (Rickman), a pilot fish, who after a few drops gains useful human attributes such as brain power and speech. Instantly, the power-mad Joe envisions himself in charge of a fish empire.
Script is genuinely down to the wire as the trio matches wits with evil Joe. Musical numbers are adequately catchy.
Georgiana (Zelda preferred "The Iron Giant" to "The Grinch"...)
Seattle - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 11:31:41 (PDT)
Nope, Georgiana, it's just you. Bother.
Mary
McHenry, - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 10:01:40 (PDT)
My, but the Express is schizophrenic these days. This is a lovely piece!
The Express
May 30, 2001
SECTION: NEWS; Pg. 21
HEADLINE: EMMA PLANS AN EPIC JOURNEY TO HIGHLIGHT THE PLIGHT OF AIDS ORPHANS; I WANT TO TAKE A BUS TO AFRICA
BYLINE: BY RUTH HILTON
ACTRESS Emma Thompson has revealed she wants to take a year off with her family to travel around Africa in a bus. The Hollywood star said she would use the trip to raise awareness of the plight of the millions of children orphaned by Aids on the impoverished continent.
The Oscar-winning actress, sporting a new ginger-tinted crop, revealed that a visit to Africa had long been an ambition she shared with her partner, actor Greg Wise.
"We have always wanted to do a kind of VSO year - take the family and all go out there, " she said.
"I don't have a definite date just yet but ideally we'd get a bus and really get involved in raising awareness about the appalling level of infection of HIV and Aids, " she said at the celebrity launch of ActionAid Week in London.
"Mothers are dying in their prime leaving young children to be looked after by their often elderly grandmothers. Anyone who is a parent finds that unbearable." The 42-year-old Sense and Sensibility star, whose daughter Gaia is two, attended the launch with her mother, 69-year-old actress Phyllida Law.
They were joined by veteran actor Alan Rickman, who plays Professor Severus Snape in the up-and-coming Harry Potter movie.
Already working on a project to raise money for a hospice in Kenya with movie star Denzel Washington, the Die Hard baddie said that he felt people had become complacent about the degree of suffering caused by HIV and Aids in developing countries.
"In some ways we've become too used to this happening and we need to think about the figures for a minute, " he said. "There are 34 million people in the world living with Aids and 13 million Aids orphans in Africa today. It demands action."
Rickman, who was casually dressed in dark trousers and jacket, also revealed that he was trying to persuade former South African President Nelson Mandela to take part in a charity CD of children's bedtime stories.
Other celebrities at the launch included TV presenter Gloria Hunniford, BBC newsman Fergal Keane, former Blue Peter presenter Diane-Louise Jordan, Brookside's Marji Campi and Holby City's Nicola Stephenson.
Meanwhile, Rickman has revealed that he is co-writing a film set in the French palace of Versailles.
"It is a love story which is played out against the backdrop of Versailles at the time of Louis XIV when the expansive gardens were being created, " he told the Daily Express.
"The plot concentrates on the man who designed the gardens, who falls in love with a woman during his work for the palace.
"We're just about to send half the script in now and are still working on the other half." The last time the 55-year-old actor was involved in writing a film was The Winter Guest, which he directed in 1997.
Georgiana (just me, or did that annoying advertising page disappear?)
Seattle - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 08:53:32 (PDT)
Things seem to be going from bad to worse! First the poison ivy - which currently has no intention of subsiding! Thankyou all for you suggestions. I have some cream from the doctor, only it has a side effect - you go yellow when you go in the sun! The dishwasher still doesn't work, the washing machine broke and the toilet blocked and overflowed!!!! I rang the landlord and it only resulted in a shouting match! I wonder if the Sheriff would give the landlord some of his undivded attention! Interesting news about scripts and protests!! It is amazing what you miss when you are away for a week!!
Elizabeth <elizabethr33@hotmail.comfoo>
UK - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 04:38:42 (PDT)
Alan Rickman and Robbie Coltrane in a protest that *could* end up in strike action, eh? Uh, ah, good timing ;) - Well, I hope they obtain a more just agreement soon - the present system does sound somewhat unfair.
GML
UK - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 01:26:36 (PDT)
According to Ananova........ Alan Rickman is working on a film script set in the French palace of Versailles. He told the Daily Express the plot is about the man who designed the gardens. He falls in love with a woman during his work for the palace, according to Rickman. "It is a love story which is played out against the backdrop of Versailles at the time of Louis XIV when the expensive gardens were being created," he said. "We're just about to send half the script in now and are still working on the other half." See this story on the web at http://www.ananova.com/entertainment/story/sm_309160.html
Emily <DkNy9428@aol.comfoo>
NJ - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 13:41:11 (PDT)
The Times also mentions the British actors' equity negotiations, failing to mention Rickman.
Georgiana
Seattle - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 12:59:43 (PDT)
Fausta, I always look forward to your next monthly issue and this one is great fun as usual. The Fan Page Guide is amazing! There are so many links! I'll be spending quite a bit of time going through those.
I can't seem to get to Colin Firth, so to speak, through the link on your page though. I have to admit that Liam and Aidan are definately quite nice also. But Alan tops them all of course and he has the absolute best and most interesting websites of all these actors! He really has so very many devoted admirers!
Christine
Montreal, Canada - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 12:53:10 (PDT)
From today's "Hollywood Reporter":
Top U.K. stars endorsing Equity
May 30, 2001
By Stuart Kemp
LONDON -- Leading members of the British acting establishment are throwing their star power behind U.K. actors union Equity's efforts to negotiate a new "cinema film agreement" with the Producers Alliance for Cinema and Television, the union said Tuesday.
Actors backing the Equity dispute with PACT include Alan Rickman, Julie Walters, Kathy Burke, David Suchet, Greta Scacchi, John Hannah, Robbie Coltrane, Pete Postlethwaite, Charles Dance, Simon Callow and Tom Conti.
Equity issued the long list of names only three days before the union's planned closed-door meeting with PACT on Friday, under the heading "Cream of British talent issues warning to film producers."
The U.K. dispute mirrors the negotiations in which members of the Screen Actors Guild are engaged, though the agreement between Equity and PACT is not like U.S. guild contracts; it is an ongoing understanding, signed in November 1998, providing for minimum payments.
The union announced this month that it would end its current agreement Nov. 1. Equity claims that the current structure for residual payments to be made to actors working in the United Kingdom are, according to a spokesman, "simply unjust" (HR 5/3).
The union is aiming to negotiate "fair payments for actors when their films are shown on television or sold on video or DVD."
The union has also reiterated its intention to "consider escalating the dispute" should the talks that begin Friday fail. Strike action has not been ruled out.
Equity has about 36,000 members, while more than 200 production companies are members of PACT.
Georgiana
Seattle - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 12:46:57 (PDT)
Georgiana, thanks for the article. I was in a shop this afternoon, when I heard on the (shop) radio something about Rickman *leading* a protest, but I couldn't catch what it was about. I came here to ask, and of course the answer was already in print... Don't assume that he *is* leading the protest, by the way: he might well be, but it was a local radio, notorious for getting things wrong.
GML
UK - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 10:51:35 (PDT)
Must say, I am amazed. Always assumed UK actors were performing on film under the same sort of financial arrangement as in the US. To think, not one penny for all those TV/cable showings of DH, RHPOT, GQ...
Georgiana
Seattle - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 07:41:44 (PDT)
Press Association Newsfile
May 30, 2001, Wednesday 06:52 AM Eastern Time
SECTION: HOME NEWS
HEADLINE: ACTORS THREATEN STRIKE ACTION OVER PAY
BYLINE: Martha Linden, PA News
The cream of British acting talent is threatening to bring the UK film industry to a halt in a dispute over pay, it was disclosed today. More than 200 leading performers have signed up to a campaign calling for a bigger share of the proceeds from films for British actors.
They include Alan Rickman, Julie Walters, Paul Scofield, Kathy Burke, Greta Scacchi, John Thaw, Peter Postlethwaite, Simon Callow and Frances de la Tour. The actors' union, Equity, is calling for the renegotiation of the cinema films agreement.
Under the agreement, in the UK, actors are paid a flat fee in advance for television broadcasts of films, video and DVD sales as well as merchandising. But they get nothing extra, unlike their US colleagues, who benefit every time a film is shown on television, sold on video or DVD, or merchandising connected with the film is sold. The union has highlighted the film Mission Impossible, starring Tom Cruise, as an example of the difficulties facing UK actors. To date 1.8 million US dollars (about #1.2 million) has been distributed to US actors as a result of the success of the film but not one penny has been paid to the British performers who worked alongside them, the union has claimed.
Talks were due to be held on Friday between Equity and Pact, the film producers' organisation. Martin Brown, spokesman for Equity, said if the talks failed, the union could propose action in which UK actors refused new contracts.
"We understand that the British industry is not Hollywood and we know that there are difficulties in financing films. We are happy to take all that on board," he said.
"We are not saying the American system or nothing. What we are asking for is an acceptance of the principle of continuing payments linked to the use. Once they have accepted that we can talk about the mechanism."
Georgiana (some paragraphing deleted)
Seattle - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 07:40:11 (PDT)
The News of the World
May 27, 2001
SECTION: DIG; GARDENING
HEADLINE: ROOTING OUT STARS
BYLINE: Richard Jackson
THE stars were out at the show. I spotted Hugh Grant, Lionel Blair, Alan Rickman, Adam Faith and Rolf Harris admiring the displays. Lionel told me he's moving home and was shopping for his new garden. Stainless steel fencing caught his eye-but the Pounds 700 a metre price failed to catch his credit card. Hugh Grant played the shrinking violet-wandering round in shades so nobody would recognise him.
Georgiana
Seattle - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 07:34:44 (PDT)
Sue, I don't know where the photo came from other than A-L sent it a couple of weeks ago. It is a very nice photo!
Fausta
- Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 06:07:06 (PDT)
Fausta - When and where is the June picture from?(It'sgreat)
Sue
England - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 05:46:11 (PDT)
Oh my God, I've finally made a link that works!!
Anyway it's very interesting news, I wonder if he could write,direct and ACT in it (too much to hope for I guess). Still now we know why he was at Chelsea Flower Show
Sue
England - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 05:38:39 (PDT)
ah daggonit, make that the June http://www.geocities.com/faustaw/june1.html.
Did the GB font just change??
Fausta
- Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 05:32:45 (PDT)
Re: Galaxy Quest,
I agree with Donna, the thermians were wonderful. Enrico Colantoni (sp?) created a character that was engaging and appealing without being mushy or too cute. The proof came when the movie ended and the very young kids (they were probably ages 5 & under) in the audience were saying "You are our last hope" in thermian voice!
The June Monthly Rickmanista is now on line. Please come visit!
Fausta <faustaw@yahoo.comfoo>
- Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 05:29:02 (PDT)
Latest AR news onwww.ananova.com
Sue
England - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 05:27:04 (PDT)
just was thinking about Galaxy Quest & meant to mention this before, but didn't you just love those other people in that movie? you know, the ones who took Alan & the others onto their ship? i know this sounds weird, but they were such nice, naive people & friendly that i actually wish there WERE people like that here on earth. i think the world would be a much calmer place with people like that running it. i know, it sounds silly with my imagination running here, but i can dream can't i?
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
USA - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 19:03:43 (PDT)
It just occurred to me, very belatedly, that Clive Owen played the detective in *Second Sight* which recently aired on Mystery. Duh.
Cindie
- Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 17:27:03 (PDT)
The 29 May Malasia New Straights Times reviewes the "Galaxy Quest" DVD:
HERE's a real fun space adventure that not only makes clever fun of sc-fi TV shows, especially Star Trek, but also charms with an effective mix of warmth and pathos. And despite being a parody, it actually comes across as a film with a unique, heart-warming story. . . . The performances are great all round, with Allen, Weaver and Rickman standing out, though the real scene-stealer is Colantoni ("the lovably polite Mathesar").
Georgiana
Seattle - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 16:29:41 (PDT)
There is an autographed poster of Close My Eyes up for auction at ebay.
a rickman admirer
- Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 15:27:00 (PDT)
I forgot to tell you guys this!!! I was watching tv the other night and this Madonna commercial comes on. She was trying to get to an awards ceremony so she had this MANIAC driver who's driving was causing her to get thrown about and she eventually got thrown out of the car and landed on her back on the red carpet with all the paperazzi staring her in the face...Anyhoooo....the maniac driver was Clive Owen (Richard from Close My Eyes) so I was just like freaking out,lol....I never saw the commercial again!
Emily <DkNy9428@aol.comfoo>
NJ - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 14:56:52 (PDT)
Couldn't believe it when I ran into my next door neighbor in our driveway this weekend...a computer whiz working in "Hollywood", he let slip that he's one of the team members doing the computerized special effects work on the Harry Potter film, and groused about the long hours he's putting in getting the picture ready by the November deadline. Sigh...I'd trade places with him in a minute!
Sue Zen
El Lay, CA - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 13:36:47 (PDT)
Just a thought but as the Times reported that AR went to the Clinton address at the Hay-on-Wye Festival and to present the P>G>Wodehouse Literary prize on Saturday - as Rima appears to be carrying almost certainly a ladies clothes bag and she is interested in the two subjects that Clinton spoke about ie economics and politics perhaps she was just shopping for something to wear to accompany AR! In that photograph he reminded me of my husband after he has been made to wait for ages while I clothes shop striding ahead in case I change my mind and head into another shop!!!!
Jill
UK - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 12:57:17 (PDT)
Hello all! It was a long memorial day weekend, and there's alot in here to catch up on, so I'll throw in a number of my own two-centses.
1.)I don't understand why, if a number of people in this forum are enjoying a discussion that relates (however tangentally) to Himself, that we need to be told to "drop the subject." If you don't enjoy the discussion, scroll up. That's what the button is for. (yes, sorry, this is an - I hope - uncharacteristically crabby entry. It was a VERY loooooong weekend, and my social graces are currently sleeping)
2.)Let me preface this by saying how much I enjoy the pictures and articles all of you computer mavens post in here for those of us who are computer-challenged. We who cannot surf salute you. But....is it only me, or does anybody else have a tiny little voice that keeps saying "shame on you!" for peeking into Himself's personal life? Fortunately, I'm able to throttle the little bugger, so I'm not overly troubled by it. More pictures and articles, please!
3.) Maybe they only take a walk when they're mad at each other? Maybe they only do it to drive the news vultures crazy? Maybe they do it to drive US crazy ("C'mon love. Let's take a huffy walk and make them all guess.")?
4.)"Fu Manchu?" Oh, Gawd! When will we ever see him (again) in an adult, thoughtful love story where he finally gets the girl. Did I say "again?" How about "ever?"
5.) Many of us 'muricans are not particularly threatened by the concept of communism, especially those of us to young to have lived through the McCarthy area. But for those of you who think that the "typical" American response is too reactionary and hidebound, you simply must learn more of that terrible time, when careers and relationships (at least) and lives (at worst) were destroyed and even ended, to understand how the concept, however poorly understood, continues to traumatize the American psyche. Actually, most people who call something "communist" these days usually mean a behavior that would be better described as fascist.
6.)Elizabeth, if you all have a wetland plant called (in America) "snapweed" or "jewelweed" growing nearby, put some in a blender and dab the resultant juice on the poison ivy. It's a specific for the rash.
And so I end my long rambling (part diatribe), thereby proving that one should not spout off when the brain is not engaged. I hope the paragraphing worked!
Mary
McHenry, - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 11:27:23 (PDT)
Donna, "Blow Dry" was originally "Blow Dry," then "Never Better," then back again to "Blow Dry."
Magda, I agree. My initial thoughts were of jingoism. Although why playing a characture from a given race would necessarily require someone from that race is not on the surface apparent. It occurs to me that Rasputin could have seen the same charges. I think the critical factor would be just how funny this comedy is. It does appear that Antonio Banderas has signed up--or at least is listed as 'in negotiations.'
Georgiana
Seattle - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 11:01:35 (PDT)
Just discovered another site where Alan can be seen, although it's mostly old news. it's www.guardian.imdb.com one thing that puzzled me was a still photo of alan & others from, i think, blow dry, but they called it Never Better. was that the original title does anyone know, or just the working title. also, i see films listed as just appearing in UK, yet they've already played here. it also mentions he's been with Rima since 1977. i thought it was since '72 or '73
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
USA - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 10:20:17 (PDT)
Hey Elizabeth, about the dishwasher, i know exactly what you mean, i've been through that myself. thank goodness i now have a model i love & it works really well. the one thing i recommend to everyone is, don't EVER put anything into it that has dishwashing liquid on it! i made the mistake of that once & had a situation worse than Sinclair's! Suds, suds & more suds all over the place! do you know what it's like to have to bail out suds? not too pleasant & very time consuming. To Josephine, you mentioned this politically correct society- yes, i know what you mean. I don't know about anyone else, but it totally annoys me. All being politically correct means to me is being a phoney, saying one thing, but actually thinking something else. i like people to be straight forward with me & not be 2-faced, whether they think it will hurt my feelings or not. it someone wants to criticize me, who cares? just don't be a phoney to my face, that i can't stand. people are just too darned touchy these days, even to the point where they'll sue anyone at the drop of a hat! well, enough said, i end my speech now. Gee, i feel like i'm at speaker's corner in Hyde Park!
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
USA - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 09:36:11 (PDT)
I agree with Josephine; I can't believe a man who once referred to the plays performed during his apprenticeship in rep theatre as "museum pieces" would agree to do Fu Manchu. With full makeup and a fake accent? What would Ang Lee say?
Magda
Canada - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 08:47:19 (PDT)
I must admit that Josephine's comments re:Fu Manchu were exactly the same as my first thoughts when I read the report.(Although personally I couldn't care less).
Another Rickman Admirer
Britain - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 08:35:37 (PDT)
People don't get married for a reason. I have no doubt that AR and RH share a close relationship. The nature of that relationship is likely different than most AR fans fantasize.
On another note, though I love AR as a villain, I hope the Fu Manchu story is a false lead. I fear that in our Politically Correct age, a Caucasian actor playing an Asian may lead to protests, criticism, and negative publicity.
Josephine
Paree, - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 08:21:38 (PDT)
Just finished catching up from the weekend posts and I'll throw in my two cents on the deconstruction of the AR/RH picture: it's just a snapshot! If we could all watch the entire event, maybe we could then make some guesses about what was going on between those two people, or what their relationship was like, or who made accommodations to whom, but my goodness! It's a bare snippet of a moment captured on film!
On a different note, I agree that the possibility of AR doing Fu Manchu is exciting - I for one would love to see him tackle more villains! I'd also like to see his abilities challenged and stretched more. While I have enjoyed his last few movies (especially Galaxy Quest - what a hoot!), I wish he'd work next with a director equal to his own talents - maybe another Minghella (sp?) project?
Cat <crubins@asu.edufoo>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 08:11:35 (PDT)
Greetings, Mika. I have heard that the decision not to marry is mutual and based on the liberation movement of the sixties. I agree that he should proudly walk beside her and not try to look like they are total strangers in public.I am sure that his instincts are protective, and certainly she must have become very important to him over the years. Elizabeth, sorry about your misery. I shall say a prayer for your speedy recovery. Since the Diety certaninly has a sense of humor, I will pray for your washing up machine also.
a Rickman admirer
- Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 08:09:44 (PDT)
I am currently sporting a David Weinberg style poison ivy rash. David can consider himself extremely lucky that he only had it on his face, because it is very itchy and really hurts, and I have it all over the place. I would like to blame it on the government, unfortunatly I can only blame it on the monk jack deer that decided to get itself stuck in the wood.
And also I'm just experiencing the sinclair washing up machine boiling over scene (nobody can come out to repair it for two days).
Elizabeth <elizabethr33@hotmail.comfoo>
UK - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 05:01:56 (PDT)
Has anybody put you in Rima's shoe ? Can you imagine you have to give your way to your partner's ego by not becoming a lawful wife or a mother? If he ask us to give up one of them, we'd understand and accept it, but would you do two?! As it's said, every couple has own arrangement but AR & RH's case is very extreme and too fiercely independent...at least to me.There must have had more rows and ups & downs since they started being as 'a couple'than any other ones. It's easy to guess if we think what kind of persons(They are; they are not "As you like it" type but they are the contraries!).I guess RH won the battle eventually. Although I'd understand and AR's thinking,ambitions,reasons of not having brought her into the his 'business' circle,because myself had the same kind of very tough relationship like theirs before,I'd say whatever is mentioned by people and/or they looked,she's the key person and has strong position, not AR between them. And I guess she must be similar to his mother who'd been strong as a person and taught many 'human values' to her kids.Therefore she could leave AR and find another man to make ownself happy if she wishes, but AR knows he can't... So, it's not a big deal for HER and US no matter how much AR looked NON-feminine or bossy or selfish in the photo of the press. Knowing that kind of man, I'd say he knows the limit!! and so does she... Maybe we should recommend her to the 'Dame'-hood as she's/will save(d) one of Britian's excellent export staff from his lonliness and contributing to the country in most ordinary but fundamental way. I think SHE deserves rather than AR!!! And it's time for him to bring her as 'his mate' into the light since most of people have known her as herself and as his 'Nunny'. He's no longer a rep. actor who has to worry about the reaction of the public to reveal his personal relationship...that's too old fashined!! I guess most of AR fan would like to see them happily together in the magazines and some press photos...
Mika <leongmng@tm.net.myfoo>
K.Lumpur, M'sia/Japan - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 02:25:58 (PDT)
Julia, be nice. They are a lovely couple.
a Rickman admirer
- Monday, May 28, 2001 at 21:37:37 (PDT)
Sorry for the secoond post: Could the Aussies please email me? I have a query....
Julia <j_petrov@hotmail.comfoo>
Calgary, Canada - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 20:39:06 (PDT)
Well, after the hellish 3 weeks I've had, today was a blessing: not only did I see that brilliant photo or Alan and Rima (hoo, that woman makes my self-esteem go through the roof!!!) but I also got this lovely quote from the Alan masterclass back in October: "The profession should be, and is, a kind of relay-race...about information, opinions, and passions being handed on." Ahhh, somewhere in my youth or chilodhood, I must have done something good....
Julia (Julie Andrews wannabe)
Calgary, Canada - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 20:35:34 (PDT)
August for BlowDry? Oh, cannot wait! Was out of town when came out in theaters, therefore never saw it, but have seen plenty of pics! does anybody have any news about that rumor going around with AR being Sherlock Holmes?
Endril Lei <BloomieKay@hotmail.comfoo>
MO U.S.A. - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 20:07:26 (PDT)
OMG HE IS SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HOT AS SNAPE! WHOA! :D hehehe
Melissa <ds_chaos_2000@yahoo.comfoo>
Lone Grove, OK U.S.A. - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 20:03:33 (PDT)
all this talk about Alan & Rima & their walking/shopping outing makes me think that it's probably no big deal to the people of that area who see them all the time. i know that in this area the people are used to certain celebrities who live here. some of their children even go to the local schools here, were born here, etc. a lot of them have even appeared at local events for schools, 4th of July celebrations, charity events, etc. Richard Kiley lived up here for years(recently died) & was involved in local activities from out county park to our drama classes in the high school, Sam Wright(Sebastian the Crab, the Lion King, etc.) is always involved in community events & his children are right in with everyone elses(my son's girlfriend is friends with his daughter & my son took acting lessons from him), Robert DeNiro drives around in traffic just like the rest of us(my son passed him on the road), but nobody around here hounds them or bothers them for anything because we are used to them being here. Whoopi Goldberg lives near here, Jonathan Demme has family around here, Ang Lee has a place up here,Liam Neeson has a place across the river(matter of fact that's where he had an accident with a motorcycle awhile back), etc. So, do you see what I mean? After awhile you just get used to them being around & don't really take notice of trivial things that go on. Hope i haven't bored anyone to death with all of this. Oh, by the way, did anyone know that Mel Gibson was born here in the US in Peekskill, N.Y.? He also lived not far from here as a child.
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
USA - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 17:27:08 (PDT)
Leslie, in spite of Anne's wishful thinking, the release date for "Blow Dry" on DVD, both at Bigstar and at amazon.com, is August 14. It's about $1.50 cheaper at amazon. Can be pre-ordered at at least these two sites.
Georgiana (I say, good show!, well, mostly...)
Seattle - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 17:13:04 (PDT)
For those who got their appetite whetted a little, Bigstar is just taken pre-orders for an Aug 14 release as well. So, it isn't for sale in atake-home variety yet - unless you are trolling in some backstreet video cd stalls in Asia or Sth America...
*
- Monday, May 28, 2001 at 16:13:01 (PDT)
Re: the special features on the Die Hard DVD. A gag reel?! Oh, I can picture it. Just too good. Or, as Hans might say, "Too goot." ;-) One of these days I'm going to cave in and buy a DVD player.
I had the pleasure of seeing DH again a few nights ago when it played on FX. (Yeah, I know, I own the tape but can't resist watching a "Rick flick" when it's on television.) Thinking of the review over at Rickmanista that begins "I liked this film almost in spite of myself . . ." *grin* I do like it very much, and notice something new that intrigues or entertains me every time I see it. This time, it was the hilarious way in which Hans grimaced and sank back in his chair, when Holly informed him that one of the hostages was a pregnant woman. You can just hear what he's thinking until Holly reassures him that the baby isn't due for another two weeks. I couldn't help laughing. Hans Gruber, exceptional thief, tough guy extraordinaire, is petrified at the prospect of one of his hostages in labour!
I also find that every time I watch DH, it's more intense than I remembered it being; I laugh about the famous lines and mimic Hans and so forth, but when I'm actually watching the film I don't feel like laughing except at what's obviously meant to be funny. And on this viewing, I noticed how many shots are close-ups of Rickman (not that this is a bad thing at all, mind you)--they're right in his face, which means that when you're viewing, he's right in your face. Brrrrr. It's an astounding performance from him, and he looks as if he had great fun with it. Maybe that's one of the reasons it's such a pleasure; the fun got passed along, maybe?
Mary Anne
Did I miss anything, Renie? Remembering Memphis, USA - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 15:57:11 (PDT)
Leslie, if you go to www.Bigstar.com and searh for the title 'Blow Dry' you will find available in DVD already.
I really have to get a DVD player, it seems all the best added on features are found on DVD these days.
Gail, we both date ourselves here, but I too remember Christopher Lee as Fu Manchu, and as Dracula too, the first time Dracula was portrayed as a sensual character. those awful Hammer films were so much fun.
Anne
Anne <ahard73977@aol.comfoo>
alexandria, VA USA - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 13:43:29 (PDT)
for the non USA guestbookers, mate=partner, spouse, significant other.
a Rickman admirer
- Monday, May 28, 2001 at 13:42:09 (PDT)
I admire Rima Horton because she had a goal and acheived it, which could not have been easy with a working class background-I also admire her for her intelligence and for the fact that she has made a relationship last for thirty some years, and that she is dedicated to educating our children. I also do not think that one should read too much into a casual photo, but it does not take too much to see that she doesn't look too happy, that she is carrying the bags, and that he is loping ahead of her, and that they do not seem to be together. It could be that AR is trying to shield her from the public eye-probably they love each other and are satisfied with their relationship--BUT what it looks like is that he is disrespecting her, and I object to that and feel he needs to rethink his public behavior-I don't care who he is-I would not follow six paces behind and carry the luggage, and I wouldn't want it to be interpretted in that way either. Time to update the map-many people know who she is, and that she is his mate, so it is best to stop trying to hide it--this guestbook has contributed to "outing" her, although I can understand the rationale, as she is a public figure also, and he did campaign with her and try to use his fame to help her win a political position-there is a cost to fame, and the cost is being known. No one gives a hoot about who my mate is, and don't care who I am either.
a Rickman admirer
- Monday, May 28, 2001 at 12:02:47 (PDT)
Does anyone have any idea when "Blow Dry" might be released on DVD or video----after its brief life in the theatres?
Leslie <Leslie_Calvert@excite.cafoo>
ON Canada - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 11:52:43 (PDT)
It appears that the "Die Hard" DVD is no longer available, with a planned re-issue in the "Five Star Collection" line, presently slated for this summer, with the following features, according to DVD Debate.com.
Die Hard will be the first in Fox's new series called The Five Star Collection and boasts the following extras:
An audio commentary with director John McTiernan and cast & crew members
An audio commentary Richard Edlund, special effects supervisor
Subtitle Commentary with cast & crew members
The original Making-Of featurette
Deleted scenes
A gag reel
The original newscast footage as seen in the film
An Editing Suite and Sound Mixing Studio interactive features
3 interactive magazine articles
A stills gallery
DVD-ROM features (Game demos and the full screenplay)
3 trailers
7 TV spots
Available for pre-order (release presently scheduled for July 10) at amazon.com,
Georgiana
Seattle - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 09:12:58 (PDT)
Rickman as Dr. Fu Manchu could combine the comedic villainy of George, Sheriff of Nottingham, and the vaguely Asian visage of Rasputin. There is possibility for another brilliant character role.
Rickman is an actor whose work so inspires, choices so intrigue that I would willingly walk five paces behind carrying his luggage to learn more about what interests this fascinating man. As much as Rima has had such opportunity for more than 30 years, I cannot but admire her.
That there is herein so much twitter about the photo and so little interest about a potential new work . . . well . . .
Georgiana <gellis@drizzle.comfoo>
Seattle - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 07:56:50 (PDT)
All joking apart re:shopping photo(yes it does cry out for a bubble)-I'm sure that if any of us were out shopping with our partner and were secretly photographed by the local paper and then had our relationship discussed with regard to our lack of proximity we would be suitably aggrieved. The British public has long held a set of double standards when it comes to the reporting of celebrity "news". I know of several people who "tut-tut" about the lack of privacy for celebs, but when I suggest that they are encouraging this by buying the papers, they are quite astonished. For some reason the British press love to build up a celebrity and then take some kind of weird pleasure in knocking them down when they decide they've had enough. The ultimate example of this was Princess Diana-first she was wonderful, then a cow, then she died and in a fit of remorse and guilt the Press turned her into a "saint"(if you ever want to see a national bout of hysteria,return to the funeral). So lets just accept that our heroes have bad hair days,fall out with their partners,scowl occasionally and lets leave them to some privacy and get on with enjoying them for what we pay them to do. (Chest now lighter)
Sue <"itsapublicholidayso timetorabbiton.comfoo>
England - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 06:30:39 (PDT)
Alan Rickman ROOLS! Hey, I only recently stumbled across this man - and this chat area. But, thought I would add my 2c worth for those downunder. I was in Claremont the other day and guess what - I found Truly, Madly Deeply on DVD! If its here in Perth, it HAS to be on the east coast right? Happy hunting - I know it is HARD to find Alan Rickman earlier stuff!
Bounce
Perth, Australia - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 06:16:38 (PDT)
Times today reports AR at the £100 ($140) ticket address by Bill Clinton at Hay-on-Wye literary festival.
Claire
- Monday, May 28, 2001 at 02:06:48 (PDT)
Is it November yet? ;)
GML
UK - Monday, May 28, 2001 at 01:55:00 (PDT)
I agree about not reading too much into a casual photo-they have been together a long time, so whatever they have worked out seems to suit them. Not being a famous person, it is difficult for me to understand why one would need to frown and scowl at people on the street-most of us would certainly be courteous and they would perhaps attract less attention if they just walked casually down the street--him loping way ahead of her would certainly attract my attention more than them just walking side by side. Perhaps the feminism thing is the explanation for her carrying all the luggage and bags--boy did that backfire!!!I have absolutely no problem with my mate opening doors, carrying luggage and bags, and neither does he!
a Rickman admirer
- Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 22:33:26 (PDT)
Perhaps we shouldn't read too much meaning into candid photos of Alan (with or without Rima). They just look like an ordinary couple to me.
Deb <ceilidh@cwk.imag.netfoo>
Canada - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 15:22:10 (PDT)
Thanks Amanda & Suzanne for the photo of Alan & Rima!
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
USA - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 15:10:47 (PDT)
Just a thought on the Rima -Alan thing. He has been quoted in the past as saying something to the effect of "she's not involved in all this" Referring to the whole celebrity issue. I think that he keeps his distance from her in public maybe to shield her from fans and of course the press.That may also be why he kind of scowled at Nancy. i have never heard anyone who has met him , while he was alone or with other celebrities, describing him as anything other than a genuinely nice and gracious person towards his fans (the press is another issue : )!). Katie
Katie <sopacata@aol.comfoo>
- Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 14:13:34 (PDT)
Wow! That photo of Rima trailing AR brought back memories. I was in London last summer and spent an afternoon wandering around Notting Hill. I was walking down Westbourne Grove Road, looking for a place to eat, when I spotted AR across the street. Rima was with him, but if I hadn’t seen pictures of her on this website, I wouldn’t have known they were together. She was walking several paces behind and pulling a small black suitcase on wheels. He wasn’t carrying anything; his hands were in his pockets. I was struck by the sight, because my boyfriend never offers to carry things for me and I wish he would, but perhaps Rima carries her own stuff on feminist principles. AR saw me the same moment I saw him and registered that I had recognized him; his frown deepened into a discouraging scowl, and then he turned to look into a shop window. Even the clothes look the same: he was in black jeans and a dark jacket, she in blue jeans and a burgundy-colored shirt. I remember how “not together” they looked, and how unhappy. But maybe that’s deliberate, to discourage people from approaching them. In fact, I never reported my Rickman sighting here, feeling that in some obscure way it would compromise their privacy; whereas, if they’d been all smiles and holding hands, I might have written all about it as soon as I got home. Interesting.
Nancy R.
CA - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 12:40:00 (PDT)
Re: HyperMart popup ads. Yes, you're right. Although I have written HyperMart several times about the situation, and despite their reassurance that they were "working on" the problem, they have done absolutely nothing. I think they would be much more likely to listen to the "customer" (you), so everyone please write them at: support@hypermart.net and let them know exactly how you feel. And especially about the computer/browser errors the popup ads are causing.
At this point, I'm already looking into moving the guestbooks again, if HyperMart doesn't cooperate. But moving isn't the easiest thing, so I'm hoping this writing campaign will make a difference.
Power to the people!
Suzanne <Suz@mail.usa.comfoo>
TX USA - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 12:30:38 (PDT)
A subscription Hollywood site lists the film as a comedy, "in active development," titled "Fu Manchu":
Despite having acute amnesia, a detective sets out to capture the elusive Dr. Fu Manchu. (KEYWORDS: Detective)
Georgiana
Seattle - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 11:08:34 (PDT)
Their server doesn't like that, either. Try searching "Rickman" at the Evening Standard site.
Georgiana
Seattle - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 10:55:52 (PDT)
Here's the Evening Standard link to cut and paste:
http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/dynamic/hottx/top_review.html?in_review_id=392365&in_review_text_id=338806
Georgiana
Seattle - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 10:53:32 (PDT)
Rickman mentioned as a supporter in an 18 May 2001 "This is London" (Evening Standard On-line) article about attempts to save London's Mermaid Theatre.
Georgiana
Seattle - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 10:52:22 (PDT)
Speaking personally, I would rather read interesting dissertations on politics than teenage drooling. And now that we have a new subject for discussion - can AR deliver a better Fu Manchu than Christopher Lee did?!
Gail <showing her agefoo>
Seattle, still, - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 10:23:23 (PDT)
Sunday Express
May 27, 2001
SECTION: NEWS; Pg. 6
HEADLINE: FU, WHAT A BADDIE
ACTOR Alan Rickman, who is famous for playing villains, is set to take the role of the inscrutable baddie Fu Manchu in a new movie.
Rickman will pit his wits against the Spanish heart-throb Antonio Banderas, who will play the hero who is sent to catch Fu Manchu in the GBP 15million drama.
Georgiana
Seattle - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 09:55:49 (PDT)
Sara-go to Sat. 09.29 entry for link. If that doesn't work for you, go to the web home page,click on Barry Norman's Kevin Costner interview,then go to bottom of that page and click on "other interviews" and Alan should pop up (so as to speak).
Sue
England - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 09:46:24 (PDT)
More on the RSC withdrawal from the Barbican:
LONDON -- "Adrian Noble, artistic director of the Royal Shakespeare Company, announced on Thursday here that it would dismantle its permanent company of actors and abandon its London base at the Barbican Center to attract bigger stars and present more productions in the showier West End.
The move is just one of many in what Mr. Noble said would be a major yearlong reorganization of the 41- year-old company, which has long nurtured the careers of actors like John Gielgud, Laurence Olivier, Judi Dench, Ian McKellen, Vanessa Redgrave, Ben Kingsley and Kenneth Branagh. Among other things, the move will allow the company to hire actors for short-term contracts instead of the 18-month-to-two-year ones that the current system requires of its repertory players.
Mr. Branagh and Ralph Fiennes, another high-profile Royal Shakespeare alumnus, have agreed to work with the company under the new arrangement, which a spokeswoman described as much more actor-friendly than the previous one."--NY Times
If AR wanted to, he could opt for an RSC stint, too, I think, despite his film schedule, which is not ALL that busy.
Renie (STILL wishful for a Moon & Sixpence, for ummm, how many years here?)
- Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 09:10:34 (PDT)
Could we please drop the subject of politics as it doesn't really have anything to do with AR's work?
Magda
Canada - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 08:21:57 (PDT)
Someone mentioned there was a piece on the Radio Times website... I looked for it but couldn't find it and there doesn't seem to be a sensible way to do a comprehensive search on the site - do you still have the url? On the subject of current British politics... the Labour party has moved so far to the right that it's now pretty much central and I certainly wouldn't go so far as to call any of the main figureheads of the party socialists, least of all Blair and his pals. I thought John Prescott had a clue four years ago, but he's just turned out like the rest of them, excuses for everything and lots of bluster and never actually getting anything done (and wanting to part-privatise London Underground, and privatisation was something Labour really used to berate the Tories for doing). Tony Benn's still quite cool though, and Mo Mowlam knows where it's at - but she's decided to opt out of the whole thing (I'm sure she'll be much happier, but for the rest of us it sucks). Personally I'm just really disillusioned with the whole thing. I don't think Labour or the Tories really give a rat's arse about the people they're organising the lives of any more. I think the Lib Dems have their hearts in the right place but they're just so misguided and badly organised... and who could really see Charles Kennedy as Prime Minister? Pffft. OK, rather him than Hague (and that fire-breathing hideous hag-bat Anne Widdecombe - look at her and puke), but honestly... I don't think the Tories have a hope of being elected overall, but it sucks just having a choice between the lesser of two evils. If I had proper freedom to choose who to vote for, it'd be either Socialist Labour or the Green Party. At least they're both very obviously acting in the interests of the people of this country as a whole and they're not just self-serving bigots. But round here there's a danger that the seat might go to the Tories as it's quite a well-off area and as well as being a "cool" area there's a lot of fat cat businessmen and stuff, so I'm going to have to vote Labour to minimise that risk. I hate it, it's rubbish, they're all foul people and I wouldn't trust them as far as I could throw one of their big rich houses, but they're _still_ better than the Tories. Rima, stand again! Please! OK. I'll get off my soapbox now.
sara
london, uk - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 07:51:53 (PDT)
Hear, hear, Magda, about those stupid pop-ups. I don't know who thinks that's an effective way to advertise--annoying me is the first route to losing my business. A pop-up ad like this one, which obstructs what I really wish to see until I clear it away and causes all sorts of error messages on my computer, would no more secure me as a customer than junk mail, spam, or telemarketing would. This belongs in the same category of irritations.
Suzanne, I know you said you'd had some sort of perfunctory e-mail from them about how they're "working to correct the problem" but that sounded like a brush-off even then. Somebody at HyperMart needs to quit standing around with his foot in his hand and just do it.
Mary Anne
Aggravated, USA - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 07:07:08 (PDT)
Yes, there are social democrats and an ostensibly socialist party in Canada called the New Democrats. They are very stodgy and have just crashed and burned in a provincial election in British Columbia last week. On the whole they regard Tony Blair and his "New" Labour party with great suspicion as a bunch of sell-outs. Purists can (and have) argued for weeks over just how socialist the NDP really are but they are struggling (this weekend actually) with declining union membership and the problem of how to deal with single-issue groups that used to be part of the fold.
On an unrelated note: Suzanne, would you please post the email addy of the idiots at Hypermart who design the pop-up ad so we can write and complain to them? It's really very annoying.
Magda
Canada - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 05:03:05 (PDT)
To the people sincerely wishing to learn more about European politics: maybe it's worth adding to what has already been said that outside the States (and possibly Canada, I don't know) the term 'communist' is not an insult or perceived as scary. That extreme fear, hatred and reviling of communism is a very (north) American phenomenon, a result of its history. 'Communism' is a political choice, usually made by very idealistic -if not always realistic- people who want the world's riches to be shared amongst all. Most do not want the kind of dictatorship that has accompanied it in practice. Most, if not all, European countries have a perfectly legal communist party and it is not seen as a crime to be part of it. Uh, in France it is seen as a joke! ;)... which is not really fair since most of the welfare the French working class/middle class now enjoys (high minimum salary, paid holidays, benefits of several kinds) was fought for and obtained by people led by that minority. As France goes, I assure you the National Front (extreme right) party has the monopoly of inspiring (as well as promoting) fear and hatred. And before anybody asks, no, I'm not a communist myself, I'm far too practical-minded and in love with freedom.
Modern 'socialism' in Europe usually refers to a more moderate position, which indeed does range from just right of communism to centre. But from my experience of living in Britain, I'd say British socialism (labour) starts much more closer to centre than others, although we don't have a clue what AR personal position is, and I don't think I'll be asking, no doubt he'll tell the world if he wants to and won't if he doesn't ;). Hope that (mildy) reassures American fans who were worried they may have to burn their hero at the stake! ;-))
As for how many inches he so happened to be ahead of his companion when the (intruding??) pic was taken... I'll feel free to base comments on his relationship or attitude to women on such, ahem, *reliable* evidence the day he feels free to do the same to me, which let's face it, won't be soon! ;)
GML
UK - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 01:40:58 (PDT)
To those of you who have referred to Mr. Rickman as a socialist, and then been confused by the term, I would like to perhaps modify some descriptions, of socialism, as it occurs in Britain. Yes, I live in the US, but I consider myself a political refugee, from Magaret Thatcher, and her little group. I am British born and raised, and was a member of the Liberal party for much of my young adult life.
Socialism, was, and still is, the stated goal of the Labour party. It is not however, something just to the right of communism. At least not these days. And there were very few years when it was. And then it's views were considered to be too extreme, and it was never in power, when it held those views.
the Labour Party is most similar these days, to the more liberal wing of the US Democratic party. Think of any liberal democrat, and his thoughts and beliefs regarding the government's role in society and you will find the majority of the members of the Labour party of Britain to be very close even exactly similar,in philosophy.
There are extremists in philosophy from either end of the spectrum of thought, who are aligned with the current Labour party, but no one, as far as I know, would consider him or herself a communist.
I hope this helps those of you who are a bit puzzled by the term 'socialist', and what exactly it means in Britain today. I would be a Labour party voter myself, today and anyone less like a communist, you could not find.
I now return you to your regular AR debates and discussions.
Anne <ahard73977@aol.comfoo>
Alexandria, VA USA - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 19:27:16 (PDT)
The photo looks like a long legged man loping ahead of a short legged woman. I personally refuse to gallop after a man, so if my husband wants to go somewhere WITH me, he slows down his pace to match mine, and I speed up a little to match his. I don't think that Rima is downtrodden, but it does look that way, with her trailing behind him carrying the baggage. Obviously he has all the benefits of a relationship and the benefits of being single. I hope she does too. Personally, I want my man beside me in bed every night, but of course, other people make other choices.
a Rickman admirer
- Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 17:58:43 (PDT)
Ah, ah, Sue... well, maybe AR didn't want to be caught carrying bagfuls of female clothes? Not with these venomous-tongued journalists prowling around anyway! ;) Hey, our hero looks great and fit, nice. Uh, apart from the fact some journalists should be put out of their misery at birth, I must say the picture is rather funny and shouts for a bubble! ;) What about:
AR: "bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla...
RH: *thought bubble* "That's it:... fall back discreetly, and then... first side street I see... " ;) GML
GML
UK - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 15:17:33 (PDT)
Hey guys, I'm greatful for any answers I get for the definition of a socialist, but so far I'm only getting an American take on what a socialist is. What do people in the UK or Canada think about socialism? Saying that a socialist is just a little right of communism is kind of scary! Surely, people in the UK and Candada must have a different prospective on what is the definition of socialism. I don't want to get into a deep political debate, it's just that I can't imagine my favorite actor being considered a little right of communist. You guys are scaring me.
Michaele <kph1324@bellsouth.netfoo>
Chattanooga, TN - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 14:56:52 (PDT)
I don't care who walks behind whom but carrying the bags? No way!!
Sue
England - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 14:40:01 (PDT)
Here's yesterday's Express photo. Thanks, Amanda!
Suzanne <Suz@mail.usa.comfoo>
TX USA - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 14:25:14 (PDT)
Sue - I agree, my husband always walks a respectful distance behind me - this way he gets to look at what he wants and I get to go to the shops I want! Marital bliss!! What he wants to look at is usually boring anyway! Thanks also to Amanda - I still have'nt managed to see picture so perhaps as suggested you could send it to Claire or Suzanne for us all to dissect!
Jill
UK - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 12:43:48 (PDT)
Michele, AR is a socialist. A socialist is a little right of a communist, but not much. Don't know if he would want a knighthood. (Socialists and communists are known to advocate toppling monarchies ie Russia, France.) However, since the title doesn't bring estates or money and if he is proud of what he has accomplished for his country, he may, as time goes by. AR doesn't appear to me to be a very material kind of person, just very talented, interested in people and his work and all-around nice guy who happens to be a socialist.
vicki
usa - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 11:58:53 (PDT)
donna, I don't have the actual article--only the text. If Amanda would send it to Suzanne or Claire, I'm sure one or the other would put it up for all to see.
As to who/what/where, I don't write these--only posting. So I know no more than what you do--what the article says, or fails to say.
Georgiana
Seattle - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 11:00:34 (PDT)
Georgiana, about the article about Alan & Rima in the Express, it mentions a rare photo of them together. Is there any way to get that onto this site so we can see it? Did that article mean that they were out house hunting or the fellow following them?
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
USA - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 10:43:52 (PDT)
Amazon.com now allow pre-order of the "Blow Dry" DVD, scheduled for August 14 release.
Georgiana <gellis@drizzle.comfoo>
Seattle - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 10:04:11 (PDT)
All is well; Link (thanks!) and GB fixed.
D.o.C. (Suz)
Sorry Suzanne, I've turned the world blue!!
Sue
England - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 09:45:17 (PDT)
Don't worry, Michaele, you are perfectly in order to suggest a knighthood for AR, even if he is a socialist. There are socialist knights around - and even some Life Peers although I am not sure if the latter are still being handed out.
Gail
Still in Seattle, - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 09:39:21 (PDT)
Sorry I tried but my first ever link failed (sob)
Sue
England - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 09:32:27 (PDT)
From the Hollywood Reporter:
Anthony Stewart Head, who plays Buffy's ineffable Watcher, Giles, can recall the moment he read his first "Buffy" script: "I happened to be in a local restaurant, and I had the script with me. I found myself laughing out loud and at the same time turning the pages to find out what happened, which is definitely a good combination." He recalls asking if he should play the very British Giles as Alan Rickman or Hugh Grant and being told "'Both. You choose,' which wasn't very helpful." So Giles wound up "somewhere between Hugh Grant and Prince Charles."
Georgiana (I'm not writing these, merely posting them...) <gellis@drizzle.comfoo>
Seattle - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 09:29:29 (PDT)
I just found an article on AR on the Radio Times page.www.radiotimes.com
Sue
England - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 09:29:00 (PDT)
sara wrote:
"in the 'Spotted' section in this week's Heat magazine it says "Alan Rickman watching a long Taiwanese movie at the ICA, London". Honestly, sodding Heat magazine... It's a giggle, but it's so patronising. they could at least tell us what the film's called instead of just assuming it's going to be over the heads of _all_ their readers!"
If it is a recent long Taiwanese movie it is probably Yi Yi (A One and a Two). I saw it last night. It is long -- three hours -- and drags a bit near the end, but I thought it was great. AR connection: afterwards I thought of Sense and Sensibility because of what Jane Austen said about the ideal subject being two or three families in a small town. Yi Yi is about one family and a few others related to them, but in Taipei not England. I think if you liked Sense and Sensibility or any other movie treatment of Austen, you would like Yi Yi. Just take a pillow.
In reply to Jill, I have the pic from the Daily Express, so let me know if you haven`t already got it !
Amanda <zaramuttle@btinternet.comfoo>
London, - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 06:42:26 (PDT)
Georgiana - Well I've been married since 1975 and my husband and I are usually yards apart only difference is I'm usually in front!!!
Sue
England - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 04:20:27 (PDT)
Can anyone post the picture from The Express - in my house we always seem to buy the wrong newspapers for Alan Rickman photos! Apart from The London Evening Standard which must have an AR fan working there as he gets a mention in some shape or form every Friday night. Last night there was a tiny picture of AR begging at Glenda Jackson's feet (old Shakespeare piccy) in connection with the RSC shakeup.
Jill
UK - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 22:35:34 (PDT)
From The Express
May 25, 2001 Pg. 38
RICKMAN GIVES HIS RELATIONSHIP PLENTY OF SPACE
BYLINE: MCENTEE
DOES Alan Rickman have delusions of grandeur?
Just as the Queen traditionally has the Duke of Edinburgh walking six paces behind her, the Truly, Madly, Deeply star appears to have adopted the same regal policy with his long-term girlfriend, Rima Horton.
Out house-hunting in Notting Hill the other day, Rima, a Labour councillor for Kensington and Chelsea, kept a respectful distance behind Alan as they strode about the fashionable boulevards of West London. "For a couple who are together, I've never seen people so geographically apart on the street, " whispers my source about the couple, seen here in a rare picture together.
"They looked like complete strangers. It was only when they stopped to look in an estate agent's window that she seemed to catch up with him. They didn't even appear to be talking to each other." Obviously for Alan and Rima, happily ensconced since 1977, a bit of space can't be doing them any harm.
Georgiana <gellis@drizzle.comfoo>
Seattle - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 22:15:49 (PDT)
forgot to mention that i saw a bit about alan at the website www.mrshowbiz.go.com i typed his name into search under celebrities. aren't sure if you have to capitalize the m or s because i got to it through another site, but just try it & it should work. i was haven't trouble again with the internet connecting to sites. also you can hear some of that Bach music from TMD at www.classicalarchives.com pretty good music at that site, if you like classical music like i do(among many other kinds as well) Nitey nite now!
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
USA - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 21:09:34 (PDT)
Endril, just scroll down to May 22, (like i did today after i discovered someone told me about it), to Suzanne & she tells how to go about seeing In Demand, but it takes awhile to download so i still haven't seen it. didn't quite have the time to wait so long. by the way, i tried to e-mail you this info but it was sent back undeliverable for some reason. i used your address at the bottom of your entry.
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
NY USA - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 21:03:51 (PDT)
Donna, I have not seen the In Demand video in America on either MTV, MTV2, or VH1 (being a fairly avid watcher of these channels in my free time). But I will keep an eye out for you if they ever do! I am also looking to snatch a peep at the video on the net, and will also look around for some good ones! thanks for video refrences, everyone!
Endril Lei <BloomieKay@hotmail.comfoo>
U.S.A. - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 20:32:41 (PDT)
I would like to apologise to all of AR fans in the UK for my ignorance in suggesting that he be knighted! I had no idea that he was a socialist(& of course I don't exactly know what that means) and that being socialist meant not accepting titles. What do you mean when you say he is a leftist. As I said I must apologise for my American ignorance but when we think of leftist we think of communism & I am sure that is not what you mean. Please, someone, EDUCATE ME! Thanks
Michaele <kph1324@bellsouth.netfoo>
Chattanooga, TN USA - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 16:33:59 (PDT)
Hi, New here so hello to all. Just noted the comments earlier about the shake up within the RSC and actors being lured back to the stage. Kenneth Branagh will be appearing on stage as Richard III in Sheffield next year and I'm one who'll definitely be there more than once, he has mentioned that he'll be back on stage in London with other theatre actors who are on film alot these days so I'm living in hope that Alan will be one of them. Great to find other likeminded people who love AR. Annie xx
Annie <Pimpernel@37.comfoo>
London, England - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 12:33:16 (PDT)
I opened my JULY issue of TOTAL FILM late last night and out dropped a free CD-Rom titled Summer movie Trailers CD. It contains loads of trailers including "Harry Potter" and "Help I'm a Fish". The Harry Potter is the usual one but at least I can now see it at the right speed as I never seem to be able to get the speed right on the download. I have never seen the "Fish" trailer and it looks good.I don't know if it is the same as the one on the Fish webpage as I had trouble downloading that but the little bit I did get didn't start the same as the CD-Rom (If you follow me). Anyway I don't know if this is all old hat to you. I thought the AR character was a bit "Georgeish". Anyway I don't know if it means its finally being released in U.K.Does anyone have a date?
Sue
England - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 10:19:05 (PDT)
I suggest, 'Rickman admirer' that you write to the No 10 Downing St. website and suggest to Tony Blair that our man would be a worthy addition to the theatrical knighthood. The Queen doles out most honours on the recommendation of the PM of the day - who happens to be, in name anyway, a socialist. The honour in the direct gift of the Queen is the 'VO' series - and it doesn't come in a bottle!
Gail <who is having a simply wonderful time in the Pacific NW - thank you, Georgiana!foo>
As before, Seattle, - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 09:18:48 (PDT)
Yeah, but that's 'cos Anthony Hopkins decided to move to America permanently and become an American citizen and so he had to renounce his knighthood! Or am I thinking of someone else... someone like Anthony Hopkins, anyway, definitely had to do that recently, and for that reason...
sara
london, uk - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 08:39:55 (PDT)
Donna, check the May 22nd listings for the address kindly provided by Suzanne to view "In Demand." Perhaps not quite as good at the Brits can see on their MTV, but I'm delighted to see it no matter what!
Mary
McHenry, - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 07:03:20 (PDT)
Refering to the Knighthood subject. Can anyone remember that when he was asked by a juornalist about his thoughts on the Royal Family he said he would rather not think about them. All the same it does sound nice! People like Anthony Hopkins don't acctually use their "Sir" anyway.
Elizabeth
UK - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 05:19:13 (PDT)
Claire:thanks for the lovely pics!Alan is at his best,even when he`s in "hard" situations...
anna
- Friday, May 25, 2001 at 02:22:56 (PDT)
just was searching the sites & saw that Alan was in a music video In Demand by Texas. does anyone know if there's a site where that can be viewed? was it ever on American MTV?
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
NY USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 18:40:39 (PDT)
Here's a bit from an interesting little article I found while browsing the Yahoo news page. Oh, if only it would tempt our man back to the stage. Unfortunately, I think that his busy film schedule--and perhaps the fallout from A&C--might keep him from taking part in this, at least for quite a while.
RSC to Put Shakespeare at Heart of London West End
LONDON (Reuters) - Britain's world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) on Thursday announced a major shake-up aimed at putting the Bard at the heart of London's theaterland and luring back big stars of the stage.
The RSC will spend less time at its home at the Barbican Center in London's financial district and its spiritual home in Stratford-upon-Avon, where William Shakespeare was born in 1564 and died 52 years later.
``We want to put on Shakespeare right in the heart of the West End,'' said RSC Artistic Director Adrian Noble said in a statement.
``We want to produce great new plays not just in small studio spaces, but in larger venues where more people can see them.''
The company will also break the grueling 18-month performance cycle for actors that has put off many big theater stars who are unwilling to commit for so long.
``The current RSC structure is a deterrent to many actors, largely due to the length of contract, which can be as long as two years,'' said Kate Hunter, RSC spokeswoman.
Two big names backing the changes are Ralph Fiennes of Oscar-winning ``The English Patient'' fame and Kenneth Branagh, best known for his Shakespeare roles on stage and screen.
Noble announced plans to stage Shakespeare's ``Pericles'' and Henrik Ibsen's ``Brand,'' featuring Fiennes, in the West End.
The article goes on to mention the inevitable job losses that will occur when the move takes place.
Keeping my fingers crossed, Jennifer, Who has never seen him on stage, and, alas, fears she never will
Jennifer <jelleebaby@yahoo.comfoo>
MD - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 14:58:55 (PDT)
I wrote to the webpage for the royals and suggested a knighthood for AR-he doesn't seem to mind meeting royalty, so I don't think he is a rabid anti-royalist-certainly the gesture is an honor and a compliment, and who could object to that?
a Rickman admirer
- Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 12:32:00 (PDT)
Re the knighthood thing: I don't see being a socialist as precluding accepting a knighthood. Rickman buddy Sir Antony Sher recently accepted his, and told us all the entertaining details when I went to RNT to hear him speak about his new autobiography last mmonth.
Gail
temporarily Seattle, US - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 12:10:24 (PDT)
Barbara the Aussie! Welcome back!
Barbara the Wallpaperer
USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 11:35:57 (PDT)
Darn! We missed it. Yesterday was Mesmerism Day! Use the power of suggestion today and see what happens!
Dr. Franz Anton Mesmer, Austrian physician
(May 23, 1734 - 1815)
Considered the Father of the Mental Health Industry, Dr. Franz Mesmer used his own practice of mesmerism, combining hypnotism and the power of suggestion, to cure his patients.
Linda P.
- Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 09:37:30 (PDT)
also forgot to mention, yesterday my daughter watched a scene being filmed locally, a movie titled "Enter, Fleeing". so far the only actress i know who is in it is Fairuza Balk. she was in yesterday's scene, at Dunkin Donuts. they are also filming another movie near here starring Kyra Sedgwick & Parker Posey, but i don't yet know the title of it. this area has been used alot lately & for the past few years they've been having a Hudson Valley Film Festival. there are alot of film people living in the area. this "Enter" film is being directed by Rebecca Miller, daughter of playwright Arthur Miller.
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
NY USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 07:40:38 (PDT)
about producers, i think they have to do with getting the movie out. i know a few years back when i was on a local movie set with my son, we found out that first you have to get someone to back the film, then another to back it enough or promote it enough & eventually, depending on all this, it either goes to theatre, cable, or directly to video. It's all very involved as we found out. as that movie set we were on, it appeared in a few scattered theatres around this state(just as the independent films do) & then it went to cable & video. Shelly Winters Liv Tyler & Pruitt Taylor Vince were in it. As for Alan's political views, someone said he is a socialist. I always thought he was in the Labour Party. Is that socialist? I'm just curious, I'd like to know more about it.
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
NY USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 07:33:41 (PDT)
Very happy to have you back Barbara! :))
Christine
Montreal, Canada - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 06:31:06 (PDT)
AR's horoscope for May 24, 2001, referenced to London: The odds are you'll be feeling a surplus of energy and strength today, Alan, so now is the time to look around and find those jobs that require both [ED: Make more movies! A,A,A! (Act, Alan, Act!)]. Whatever you wind up doing, you'll probably have energy left over afterward to reward yourself for a job well done with a night on the town [ED: Treat Rima to a night out]. Paint the town red! When the night out is over, spend some time with someone special. Your energy and strength will serve you well in this area too.
June
Chicago, USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 06:22:13 (PDT)
Hey, Eva - chill out a little! About the Sir Alan thing - I just think it _sounds_ good, just the words together, but yeah, all that comes with it is bad. I was saying the same thing as you - the whole deal sucks and I also think that he'd refuse one if he were offered it (and so he should, imho). I use the word "leftie" as a compliment and would describe myself as one. Oh - and in the 'Spotted' section in this week's Heat magazine it says "Alan Rickman watching a long Taiwanese movie at the ICA, London". Honestly, sodding Heat magazine... It's a giggle, but it's so patronising. they could at least tell us what the film's called instead of just assuming it's going to be over the heads of _all_ their readers!
sara
london, uk - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 06:14:06 (PDT)
Isn't the weather glourious (in the UK)! Long may it last. There is probably no wax model of him in Madame Tussauds because he doen't want one, they have to give permission. I think that he would definatley refuse a knighthood, however I think that maybe an MBE, CBE or OBE would be nice although he would probably not want that either.
Elizabeth
UK - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 05:15:18 (PDT)
Alan Rickman is a socialist and as such will probably refuse a knighthood if offered, what may indeed be the case. By referring to him as Sir Alan, you are disrespecting his main belief and his pride in his origin, politics and achiwements. By referring to him as one of the greatest actors and an involved and human being, you could not be more right.
Eva
Copenhagen, - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 04:06:17 (PDT)
All this talk of knighting Alan... I really hate the idea. I mean, it'd be cool if he was Sir Alan - but we can just call him that anyway, right? - but it'd mean he would've been sort of officially sanctioned by the monarchy and the establishment. And blech, who wants that? I think most lefties are kicking against all that cal. And we know he's a leftie. Hmm. Haven't had the chance to watch Rasputin yet - got called away to an urgent birthday party on Saturday night. I taped it but I've been out every night since... oh, the pressures...
sara
london, uk - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 03:55:18 (PDT)
ARA, according to Saul Zaentz, everything you have said is covered by the Producer. He reads the script and also hires the Director he thinks is best to do the movie. He also has the final say on the actors named and someimes this leads to trouble. Directors have a habit of disagreeing with the Producer. Just look at Mesmer..... Producers can see a story on paper and SEE something in it like One flew over the cookoo's nest, and Armadeus. They are there to keep everyone happy including the Director. Getting the money is another story. I guess the world of filmmaking is divided into two parts. The first is the Story/ Film and the second is the Business side of things. Distubution and marketing press releases. One is full of the story telling and the other is a ruthless world.... Some producers are wonderful like Saul Zaentz and some are not.
Barbara the Aussie
Gold Coast, Australia - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 00:37:04 (PDT)
I have never been entirely sure what a producer does--does he chase down the money, find someone to write a screenplay, find a director, casting person, scout locations, hire AD's cameramen, etc? I think I've figured out that the director works with the cameraman, and is assisted by the assistant directors and I suppose that screen tests are examined by the director, and then the director helps with editing, casting,filming decisions,music. Does the producer have the final say in how the film comes out, or does the director, or both? Does the producer handle the marketing? I also notice AP's and assistants to assistants on the credits.I always insist on sitting in the theatre till all the credits roll, as I think everyone should get their due....someone who knows care to elaborate on the job description of a producer?
a Rickman admirer
- Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 23:41:57 (PDT)
Planet Hollywood, Anne. The chain went out of business.
While communing with surf, sand, sea and sky the past few days, I read Waiting for the Healer, by Eamonn Sweeney, which the Irish Times article indicated Rickman was producing. Ignoring the purple prose (made easier by Irish idiom and altered spelling), it is an engrossing, well written, cleaverly constructed novel that should make a heck of a film.
Georgiana
Seattle - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 22:12:06 (PDT)
Emily, there was no AR wax figure at Madame Tussaud's the last time I looked, which was in 1997, but we did have the Sheriff of Nottingham's statue, here in Washington DC, at a restaurant, which has since gone out of business. It was the restaurant which Bruce Willis and Co., owned. the one that failed. Sorry, the name escapes me.
What's happened to the statue since then, I have no idea, but it was fun to see a life size Sheriff, watching you eat.
Maybe the restaurant failed because that's where the scraps for the lepers and orphans went, after the the good Sheriff, stopped them being distributed ;-))
Anne
Anne <ahard73977@aol.comfoo>
Alexandria, VA USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 21:18:17 (PDT)
hi, i don't know if anyone here remembers me (it's been nearly a year, I'd guess, since I lost this address), but was browsing internet for new info on AR movies nad such, when found this addy! Still love this page dearly with all the great updates on AR of all kinds! Take care. Will hopefully make resolution to stop by more often.
Endril Lei <BloomieKay@hotmail.comfoo>
U.S.A. - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 19:43:58 (PDT)
From 19 May Irish Times (sorry if this is a duplicate):
A paragraph from "Champagne in the sun? Cannes do":
Jordan's future projects as a director include a major historical drama based on the Borgias and the film of Peter Carey's new novel about the Australian outlaw, Ned Kelly. He also plans to produce Conor McPherson's film, Actors, which is likely to star Alan Rickman, Dylan Moran and Minnie Driver.
Georgiana
Seattle - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 19:38:49 (PDT)
From The Mirror
May 22, 2001, Tuesday
HEAVY PETAL STAR
BYLINE: Lorraine Fisher
MODEL Leah Woods, the daughter of Rolling Stone Ronnie, was the blossoming star of the Chelsea Flower Show yesterday. Leah, 22, opened the London event wearing this Laura Ashley dress covered in fresh roses and tulips. Model Elle MacPherson and actor Alan Rickman were among the visitors.
Georgiana
back from the Sandpiper - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 19:34:20 (PDT)
Again about the deer(sorry Alan), i know deer can be dangerous on the roads, we have so many here & i've seen them feeding right by the side of the road many times, but i respect the fact that they were here first & we humans are taking over their territory. To repeat myself, there are way too many new developments going up around here, farms & woods disappearing, it just bothers me. We have builders coming up here from the city & L.I., ripping up trees & all just to build these ugly developments & people are coming here in droves. I'm sorry it just bothers me. I just feel animals need to have a voice that cares for them.
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
NY USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 18:37:35 (PDT)
I looked for AR at Madame Tussauds in London and he wasn't there. I didn't recognize many on the sports figures, and Poirot wasn't there either...my mother in law loves racoons, and we have sent her two racoon pictures, a racoon lawn ornament, and have a cuddly stuffed racoon to send for Christmas. My husband was wondering aloud why she likes racoons so much, and I said "because she doesnt have any in England" I love hedgehogs and would love to have one in my garden, but they are not indigenous here--anyone who has a deer problem doesn't love deer-I have known of two people who died hitting deer on the highway- those things are heavy and have sharp hoofs-and they eat anything...I don't think Bambi has much to do with a REAL deer anyway...
a Rickman admirer
- Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 18:06:54 (PDT)
Here is a good question I don't think anyone has ever brought up...Does anyone know if Alan Rickman is featured in any of the WAX museums in London or New York? I think it would be awsome if he was. He really deserves that kind of credit! LoL. Also, I know I made that earlier statement about Meredith looking like Harry Potter but I did notice some interesting things....His last name is Potter-he has the exact hair and glasses-the uncle's name is VERNON which is the name of Harry's uncle...and Stella's aunt and uncle don't seem to pay her much attention (even though it doesn't go to such extremes as in harry's case!)
Emily <DkNy9428@aol.comfoo>
NJ - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 17:36:47 (PDT)
Welcome back Barbara! J let us know you were having computer problems.
Judy <judy1@one.net.aufoo>
Sydney, NSW Australia - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 17:08:14 (PDT)
It is so good to be back! Computer is connecting again. Hope it lasts.... I have enjoyed reading and scrolling back a long way and hopefully one day Dark Harbor will come down under - I have tried to get any info from various sorces - no luck. It was really good to see on Ch.2 last Sunday afternoon two specials that mentioned TMD. First a special on Saul Zaentz the producer, who mentioned that he really enjoyed Anthony Minghella's first Directorial effort, TMD, and the wonderful performances of AR/JS. One of the reasons, I guess, he hired him for the English Patient.Next was a special on Barrington Pheloung, who did a lot of the work on the Cello in TMD. They screened the great shot of Jamie playing on the Cello at the beginning of the movie. This man is so talented! He comes from Sydney Australia, and has made some wonderful theme music. The beautiful theme from the Inspector Morse TV series is just one. His music is beautiful to listen to. Good way to pass a Sunday afternoon! The winter guest is currently being screened on the Pay TV Showtime this month and in June,2, 8 and 14th! Bye for now.
Barbara the Aussie!
Gold Coast, Australia - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 16:23:23 (PDT)
By the way, regarding the deer discussion, deer CAN be dangerous, particularly in the fall. Never, EVER approach a male deer in the fall and, should you come upon one on a walk, back slowly away until you have enough vegetation between you both to make it safe to turn your back on him. Fall is mating season and the bucks can be quite aggressive and have been known to attack humans. It reminds me of a funny quote by Barbara Ehrenreich (if you've ever read any of her work): "Some of us still get all weepy when we think about...the idea that earth is a big furry goddess creature who resembles everybody's mom in that she knows what's best for us. But if you look at the historical record - Krakatoa, Mt. Vesuvius, Hurricane Charley, poison ivy and so forth down the ages - you have to ask yourself: Whose side is she on anyway?" Until tomorrow!
Mary
McHenry, - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 15:29:18 (PDT)
Sue, Distraction is just a few miles west of Crazy, and it's a ride I'm definitely taking! Fausta, I got as far as the cuddle and had to turn the video off - watching these things at work can make for problems when coworkers hear the muffled shreiks. Oh, my. Oh, my!
Mary
McHenry, - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 14:19:35 (PDT)
AR's horoscope for May 23, 2001, referenced to London: Do whatever you need to take care of yourself today, Alan, both physically and mentally [ED: No Bambi!]. Any problem areas in your health should be easier for you to spot and, once recognized, can be worked on more easily. Take the time off that you need to feel rested and healthy. Don't be afraid to relax and take a break if that's what you need. In the end your productivity will be increased if you are truly healthy.
June
Chicago, USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 13:04:59 (PDT)
I recall reading that AR lost his father at age 8. Even with both my parents alive, I found Bambi upsetting. I can only imagine what effect the movie must have on one who has suffered such a loss. A child who loses a parent is likely in essence to lose both...one to death and one to grief.
As the years go by, I have become more likely to rail against the massive injustice of death and question the relative value of life's joys in the face of inevitable loss.
Josephine
Weakest Link, - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 12:50:11 (PDT)
There's been a fair bit of press lately about the screenwriter who adapted Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone for film. He's been dropping hints about what will be in the movie. But for us the most important item in the interview is this:
Will Robin Williams do a guest turn as a prankish ghost, as many have conjectured over the Internet? "No, he won't be in one or two - the whole cast is English," replies Kloves, who's now adapting the second book, "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets," for release in summer 2003.
So there's another date to look forward to.
Magda
Canada - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 12:47:15 (PDT)
Could drive me anywhere (just where IS distraction?)
Sue
England - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 12:28:39 (PDT)
make that In Demand. The man's driven me to distraction . . .
Fausta
- Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 11:34:38 (PDT)
Donna,
Trust me, New Jersey deer are not gentle.
Re In Deman, love the cuddle in the car. Good thing it wasn't me driving.
Fausta <faustaw@yahoo.comfoo>
NJ USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 11:32:51 (PDT)
Every now and then you can be having a lousy day, and nothing really seems to be going right, and it can take so little to turn it all around. Suzanne, you took my breath away (well actually Himself did, but only because of your kindness). THANK YOU! Oh, MY isn't that an magnificent video! I'll treasure it.
A Grateful Mary
McHenry, - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 11:13:20 (PDT)
Lynn of Canada- In the Hall of the Mountain King, i think was at the beginning(I have to watch my video again), but i know i definately heard it on the commercials for Rasputin, and yes i love that song in the tavern with the gypsies as well, & i'm trying to find out the title, too! By the way, that other song in TMD was, Raining in my Heart by Buddy Holly, we have it on a cassette titled, "Buddy Holly Lives" by MCA records. To Fausta- oh, please don't say that about the deer! They're just gentle creatures. We get them around here all the time & they used to nibble at the hedges at my parents' house, but my dad didn't care! My parents even used to leave food scraps out back at night for a family of foxes that used to come into the yard, plus i guess a few racoons might've gotten to it as well. Around here the poor wildlife seems to be getting lost lately as more & more people are moving up here from the city & cutting down the trees & taking over the land where the wildlife once lived. Last year we even had a coyote marching up the street at night, poor things are confused. Ususally,after winter, you always hear about young bears wandering down from the mountains looking for food, but they are more afraid of people than anything. They always just wander back to where they came from. Can't help it, i'm an animal lover from way back! Didn't mean to ramble on.
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
NY USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 10:16:05 (PDT)
Claire, thanks for the wonderful Premiere pix. I love the GQ one. It,s funny how some men,like fine wine, improve with age. (Unfortunately this does not apply to all men!). I had never seen the bubbles before and especially liked the Tango ones. All this talk of the Texas video got me to thinking that this is how I found all these great pages. Although I had seen S&S several times and AABA once it was when I saw the vid on MTV and thought "whoa, isn't that the S&S guy). Luckily last autumn I was painting the lounge and had the TV on constantly and kept hopping around the music channels trying to catch it.(No wonder it took me twice as long as usual to decorate!) Nothing like that ever happens to me at the BP garage. My husband reckoned they were arguing as to who was going to pay for the petrol!
Now 7 months later, here I am washed up on the GB, a useless AR junkie,with a collection,so far, of a dozen videos and dvds.Ain't life grand?;-)
Sue
England - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 09:23:55 (PDT)
We all cried when watching Bambi, back when we were 5 yrs old. Then we grew up and the deer started eating the ENTIRE garden (hemlock & ivy included), and we decided venison was not such a bad idea.
Suzanne, thank you for that videogram! I was getting all this work done, & now here is temptation . . .
Fausta <faustaw@yahoo.comfoo>
- Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 07:41:28 (PDT)
Thanks Elizabeth for your response. I had a feeling it might be music composed for the film. It's not a very long segment but it has a lovely melody.
Christine
Montreal, Canada - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 06:52:10 (PDT)
I just remembered what I wanted to say. I can't get on CPP, because the gremlins have got at the computers and have "junkbusted" nearly all of the websites I want to see. Bummer!!
Elizabeth
UK - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 00:30:24 (PDT)
Re: the Rasputin bedroom scene, the peice of music was written specially for the film I think you will find.(If I am wrong you can shout at me later) Also they use a peice called Ave Maria in Dk H, it was wriiten by Schubert, originaly as a duet for piano and violin and then he wrote the lyrics later on.
Elizabeth
UK - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 00:27:59 (PDT)
I have a Bambi mousepad-the one with him looking at the butterfly on his tail
a Rickman admirer <it was on sale for $1.99foo>
- Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 00:13:42 (PDT)
Well, Bambi IS a sad movie... the little prince loses his mother, and really little kids can be frightened by some of the sequences, as it is also dramatic-I'm sure that is has been a long time since Mr. Rickman saw Bambi, but if he did see it recently, no one here would mind if he wanted to shed a tear or two-most of us have lost someone that we love.
a Rickman admirer
- Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 00:07:12 (PDT)
From http://news.independent.co.uk/uk/media/story.jsp?story=73805:
Yet more sinister is the enraged celebrity. Alan Rickman revealed to me, in an unguarded moment, that he cries while watching Bambi. A newspaper published that significant piece of information on my behalf. Mr Rickman was enraged, hurling imprecations at a colleague.
*
USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 18:56:32 (PDT)
Mary,
I made a Videogram of the TEXAS "In Demand" video. Try this out and see if it works for you. After downloading the file (TEXAS-ID-M.EXE), just double click it and it should start playing automatically:
"In Demand" video (7.8 MB)
Suzanne <SuzanneK@bigfoot.comfoo>
TX USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 17:55:54 (PDT)
Hello Claire, I just went to the CPP page and I love the photos. Thanks. They are great. I just want to know where do you get such great pics? I loved the first one.
About Alan Rickman being knighted, I think that is a fantastic idea. He should, he well deserves it.
About the music in Rasputin, it was mentioned that IN THE HALL OF THE MOUNTAIN KING was some music in it, is that in the scene in the tavern where he is dancing with the gypsy woman (or bar girl) whoever she is? I really liked that music. If you can tell me I'd really appreciate it, thanks.....
lynn
Ottawa, Canada - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 16:47:04 (PDT)
I keep forgeting to ask, but why has't the Queen knighted AR yet? I think Sir Alan Rickman sounds lovely.
Michaele <kph1324@bellsouth.netfoo>
Chattanooga, - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 16:17:35 (PDT)
I just saw the Texas "In Demand" video for the first time about three days ago. It is So sexy, and I love the song. I even think my husband(who has previouly acted jealous of AR)secretely likes the video and the song. He searched the internet to get me a copy of the CD(which is supposed to have the video on it) and it is coming to me all the way from the UK. We have been debating on what AR's character is doing in the video. My husband has got it into his head that he is a hitchhiker that she is dropping off at the end. I think that they are two people sharing one last tango before breaking up and that she is dropping him off at a bus stop or train station at the end. Anyone else got any other ideas?
Michaele <kph1324@bellsouth.netfoo>
Chattanooga, TN - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 16:14:03 (PDT)
Speaking of the "In Demand" video, does anybody know of any site where one can view the clip in other than .ram format (which my version of Windows won't support and which, for various reasons, I can't purchase the software necessary to view it)? I've checked Dirk's "Texas" webpage, which seemed the best bet, but he doesn't have it and I can't find it anywhere else.
Mary
McHenry, - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 15:31:53 (PDT)
I just finished watching AABA and i loved it! although, i was hysterical at the end. i wont say anything but for the people who saw it, you know what i'm talking about. he looked incredibly edible in this movie,haha!!! i could care less for meredith potter though. did anyone else think he looked a little like harry potter? i really saw a resemblence!
Emily <dkny9428@aol.comfoo>
NJ - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 14:53:59 (PDT)
He may dance like Fred Astaire, but I don't. I'd be stepping all over his toes....
a Rickman admirer
- Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 14:28:20 (PDT)
Who indeed?
Sue
England - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 14:10:44 (PDT)
The Times today has an article on Captain Corelli’s Mandolin and Cruz's tango dance ...
"The tango scene was deliberate. Short of a full-frontal bedroom/naked-body-in-the-shower close-up, there is no quicker way to suggest sexual arousal than dancing the tango. Think of Al Pacino almost having his wicked way on the dancefloor in Scent of a Woman, or Alan Rickman and Sharleen Spiteri doing the tango — and suggesting much more — on the deserted forecourt of a garage for her In Demand video. “Who wouldn’t want to tango in the dark with a sexy older man?” Spiteri asked. Who indeed? "
Claire
- Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 13:47:51 (PDT)
Elizabeth, thanks for the half-com link. Since some videos are only available in NTSC format anyway, it is a good site to know about. It's a very good site for *any* video, not just Alan's. Emily, you can get a copy of Barchester Chronicles on www.amazon.co.uk. It will be in PAL format, but maybe your VCR can play it, or you can have it converted to NTSC.
GML
UK - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 13:07:15 (PDT)
Errrrh...right, Sue. Yeah. How could he even think such a thing? Darn him.
Mary
McHenry, - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 10:06:29 (PDT)
Speaking of the bedroom scene in Rasputin, do you ladies know what piece of music THAT is? Seems to me that would make a great addition to the collection! Fantasize?.... Hardly ever! ;)
Christine
Montreal, Canada - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 08:13:25 (PDT)
Wow, it worked!!!
Elizabeth <elizabethr33@hotmail.comfoo>
UK - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 07:36:38 (PDT)
Sue, My thought exactly!
Donna, I think you are right about the Raining on My Heart song in TMD, and the cello bit make me cry as well.
I just found a site where you can buy ALL of AR's videos/DVDs, and some of them are quite cheap, it is American though which will disappoint UK dwellers, however most new UK players seem to play USA videos. I have never done a link before so forgive me if I make a mess
Right here goes......
I hope it works!!
Elizabeth <elizabethr33@hotmail.comfoo>
UK - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 07:30:26 (PDT)
Whilst watching Rasputin on Saturday night, my husband (who has not seen it before-he rarely watches videos because he likes the 'shared experience' of t.v. viewing!!)commented at the bedroom scene "I expect all the Alan Rickman fans are having a quick fantasy now". Really,WHAT kind of girls does he think we are?;) Naturally,I treated the comment with the contempt it deserves!!
Sue
England - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 06:07:49 (PDT)
Elizabeth
Perhaps the librarians of Derham Public Lending Library should take off their glasses, let down their hair and come out of the closet,so as to speak,and visit the guest book?
Sue
England - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 05:59:14 (PDT)
Donna,
Go to The Rickmanista Review's TMD page
Fausta <faustaw@yahoo.comfoo>
- Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 05:55:13 (PDT)
i almost forgot, does anyone know, besides going into a bookstore & actually looking it up, where i can find a written out copy of The Dead Woman from the Captains Verses by Pablo Neruda? i thought i'd found a good site to get it from, but couldn't find it in my search. it was Bartleby.com Guess they don't have that one on their website, though they do have lots of others. i thought it would be easy to find it online & just print it up. it always makes me cry when i see that part in TMD, it's so sad. and it's super sad when, near the end Nina is closing up Jamie's cello case. ohhhh, it's sooo sad!
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
NY USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 05:46:54 (PDT)
Elizabeth-Thanks for the added info on the music. I hope I can find those when I look for them. Sometimes it's a bit hard to find specific classical music & then you wonder how it will sound if the person on the CD/tape is unknown to you. Otherwise I'll try to look it up in the store's catalogue. Since Emily reminded me in my e-mail, I'd also forgotten another song in TMD. It's one Jamie sings to Nina while she's in bed. It's by Buddy Holly & I think the title is "It's Raining in my Heart", but I will find out for sure. If anyone else has any info I'd love to hear it. I always look at the end of films to see if there are any soundtracks or what songs were played in them. I have quite a few soundtracks.
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
NY USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 05:39:53 (PDT)
May I chip in on Donna's music in AR films. The music in CME is all based on Mahler's Fifth Symphony and the Cello duet in TMD is Bach's Sonata for Piano and Cello No 1 in G minor 2nd movement. Branenburg concerto No3 is used in TMD and DH1 and Beethoven symphony No9 is also used in DH1. The music in SandS is I think very much based on contempory Beethoven music.
Elizabeth <elizabethr33@hotmail.comfoo>
UK - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 05:22:26 (PDT)
Phyllida Law is really a stunner, isn't she? As far as Dark Harbor, any movie that has Rickman in almost every scene is a good movie, in my humble opinion.
a Rickman admirer
- Monday, May 21, 2001 at 20:42:22 (PDT)
Claire, Thank you! That RH premiere photo, *sigh*. What a treat.
Cindie
- Monday, May 21, 2001 at 15:23:50 (PDT)
I thought Rasputin was okay. Extremely emotional. Alan did a beyond amazing job recreating Grigory Rasputin. About Barchester Chronicles, I live in America so does anyone know where I can get a copy?? I am still awaiting my copy of AABA...Was that a good movie? I'm excited to see him on a motorcyle! haha
Emily <dkny9428@aol.comfoo>
NJ - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 14:57:30 (PDT)
For those who have enquired, thanks for your patience CPP now renewed with pictures all taken of AR at Premieres.
Plus the Bubble is BACK!!
Claire
- Monday, May 21, 2001 at 13:03:40 (PDT)
Rasputin was a great pleasure to watch. The second time round too! ;-)
Am I right to think AR received an award for his part in it? It was brilliantly acted from beginning to end, with some scenes truly standing out, but I don't want to go into too much details here. I am just once again amazed at his ability to incarnate such a variety of characters. OK, my personal favourite still is BC, but now Rasputin is a close second! S&S overtaken but a close third ;-) - mmmh, we must have a 'fav scenes' poll some time.
GML
UK - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 12:45:24 (PDT)
Does anyone think that Dark Harbor was a good movie?I do.It was nice small bubject film, whit a good actors and script. It was good because I could not "guess" the end,before it ended...Alan was very sexy, when he walked naked(ou my god!) back to the house...bY THE wAy:I haven`t seen Rasputin...so those who do:what was it like?
anna
- Monday, May 21, 2001 at 11:42:14 (PDT)
According to Ananova Alan Rickman is expected to visit the Chelsea Flower Show that opened today. As the weather here at the moment is hot and sunny I expect he will have a lovely time!
Jill
UK - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 10:10:28 (PDT)
AR's horoscope for May 21, 2001, referenced to London: You might feel that you want to seize control of something, Alan. Although you could be a little impatient, don't make any hasty moves. You might find that it is best to discuss some of your options with others. Talk things over with someone whose opinion you trust. You might want to call up a professional mentor. Or you could discuss your concerns with a good friend. Consider all of your options carefully.
June
Chicago, USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 10:01:08 (PDT)
Emily- thought I'd write my info here about the movie music of Alan's in case others were interested. I'll tell you all I know & what I have home here. First, i have the soundtracks to RHPOT, & S&S. They are available at the store. Then i have the tape by Joni Mitchell, which has a song called "A Case of You" on it which is from TMD. I haven't bought the other song yet from TMD which is a Bob Dylan song, have to find it, not sure of title. Then also from TMD, the Bach music- (Oh by the way, the joni mitchell tape is titled Blue), ok back to Bach- you have to get the Brandenburg Concertos. I have 3, 4 & 5 on one cassette, although i forget exactly which one is from TMD, i think it's 3. Then I also have the complete concertos for 6, 7 & 8 & Brandenburg concerto #5, but i think the song is on #7 from that cassette. If i am wrong i will write back on that. The first tape i mentioned of Bach, i have is a Philips tape, taped at Academy of St. Martin in the Fields with Sir Neville Marriner. The 2nd one is by Kipnis/London Strings/Marriner, with Igor Kipnis. Now, also from TMD, i bought the single called "The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore" & i think it's by the Walker Bros. I can't get to my singles at the moment, they're in a closet. Then in Rasputin, they play a song called "In the Hall of the Mountain King" by Edvard Grieg. That's all i can think of at the moment. If i missed any let me know & i'll try to help.
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
NY USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 08:00:42 (PDT)
Alas, no AR films being shown on UK TV this week. However, June is looming and Play is being shown on Channel 4 in June.
Elizabeth <elizabethr33@hotmail.comfoo>
UK - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 06:02:43 (PDT)
OHMYGOSH I love Alan Rickman! He talks to clearly and he isn't fat!!
David Lewis <fatpeople@around.comfoo>
Fatpeople, FP Fatpeople - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 01:24:02 (PDT)
Donna, the FAQ is practically perfect and has almost every answer to every question....
a Rickman admirer
- Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 22:31:16 (PDT)
can anyone refresh my memory for me so i don't have to scroll way way down? i want to know the name of the poem & the author that Alan recites in TMD near the end. i know i've read about it somewhere on this site, but i can't remember where. i just discovered a neat site where i can look it up & print it. it's www.Bartleby.com Thanks.
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
NY USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 20:02:49 (PDT)
OK well as I think Ive mentioned before,I have seen AABA and I woke up at 3:00AM just to watch it.The next day I was sick so I watched it again and nobosdy knows this but Evie and Brianne my two sisters.
Today we went to a resturant my parents partly owned and my mom said I might be able to see Dark Harbor,YEA!!
Miranda <CoyoteUglyGal1@cs.comfoo>
Brandon, Florida USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 16:08:09 (PDT)
~Donna thanks for gettin back to me. I will be looking out for your email...~I was hysterical during Closet Land. It was scary and disgusting and very emotional and it kind of changed my perspective of the kind of actors Alan Rickman likes to play. I'm not saying he's disgusting or whatever because-i love him! lol...I just rented the movie Gossip and none other but Norman Reedus stars in it. I must say, he is quite talented and not a harsh sight for the eyes!
Emily <dkny9428@aol.comfoo>
NJ - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 16:02:56 (PDT)
Just a quick note to Emily, you are correct, it was his arm not his leg that the boy slides his hand down.....
lynn
Ottawa, Canada - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 15:55:55 (PDT)
Thanks for the heads up about the GQ awards. I just voted for AR at www.gq.com - how nice it would be if he won!
It I may put in a plug for someone else, please consider voting for Sean Campion in the theatre group. I had a chance to meet him after seeing "Stones in His Pocket." He is a wonderful gentleman and a very talented actor.
Joan
USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 07:35:14 (PDT)
Emily, i'm sorry i haven't e-mailed you yet, i haven't felt well the past couple of days & also have been busy. I've re-written down your address & will e-mail you. i am also interested in the music from Rasputin, especially the gypsy scene with Alan. will try my best to give you all the music info i know of.
donna <donnajkf@frontiernet.netfoo>
NY USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 21:11:29 (PDT)
2 Rickmaniac~can you email me and tell me how the dvd version ends? i mean, is the kiss still on it? if it's not then it kind of changes the whole perspective of the movie (don't take this the wrong way)lol 2 Donna(i think that's who it was) you never emailed me about the AR movie soundtracks. As someone else mentioned, i'm interested in the music from Rasputin. ttyl guys
Emily <dkny9428@aol.comfoo>
NJ - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 19:41:08 (PDT)
SPOILER - Dark Harbor:
I could have sworn on the big screen that the "boy" groped David, and then held his hand,but the grope was not on the DVD., which I own.
a Rickman admirer
- Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 15:01:35 (PDT)
First of, a little note to miranda...I'm 15 so i totally know what you're talking about,lol. My parents don't really like that i see rated r movies but they know they can't do anything about it! After watching Dark Harbor, my dad always wants to know what each movie is about that i get with AR in it.... second....SPOILER!!!!!! DARK HARBOR~~~~ Alright everyone, I just finished watching this movie for the second time and everything clicked in place. I spotted almost everything,haha. First, in the beginning, Alexis mentioned that david was 2 hours late. Now, recallng back to the menacing picture on the back of the cover, that was prolly why he was late. Then of course there was the honking. Second, as someone mentioned that part where alexis heard david's little love speech, it was extremely obvious that david's "beloved" someone was the boy but jus couldn't use any names yet and substituted that so the audience and his wife couldn't suspect anything yet. There was pain in his eyes like he just felt so empty without the "stranger" in his life for the time being. At the end, norman reedus did not even go near his leg. He hugged him then slid down and squeezed his bicep and took his hand. But is it true that that whole part isn't shown on DVD? How does it end then on DVD? Someone can email me about that bit. Thanks guys, i hope i did not bore you too much :)
Emily <DkNy9428@aol.comfoo>
NJ - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 14:41:03 (PDT)
HELLO SUZANNE, THANKS FOR THE INFO. ON TYPING NEW PARAGRAPHS AND OTHER STUFF.....
lynn
Ottawa, Canada - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 12:59:23 (PDT)
Miranda, go give your mum a big hug and kiss for caring so much about you-it's not easy being a parent! I let my sixteen year old daughter watch An Awfully Big Adventure so she could see how silly Stella was and learn how to recognize inappropriate sexual situations, BUT she is indifferent to Mr. Rickman, so the lesson was learned. I am not sure that you wouldn't want to be in Stella's place! {not that you would have any worries in that matter as Mr. Rickman is a gentleman and would be fatherly with you, no doubt.
a Rickman admirer
- Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 12:46:36 (PDT)
The problem is that I cant see it since my mother is one of those protective mothers that dosnt let there kids see alot of rated R movies.OI VAYE!!and my sister(who is one of those people who just cant keep a secret)said that like 2 weeks ago theywent to a movie store to rent a movie and saw none other but Dark Harbor there and my mother said to my sister 'whatever you do dont tell Miranda' and she did and I was so mad!But Im OK and Brianne,my other siter,said that I should put all of ARs movies that I havnt seen on a pice of paper put it in and envolope and put on it to open it as soon as im 18.But Ill probably lose with how messy and unorga
