I have a question about Ben-Hur. I have never found the answer in the many sources describing how the film was made. So here is my question: In the opening sequence of the credits we see the "Creation of Adam" painting on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapal. How was that filming accomplished? I...
My wife and I are seniors. We live in Toronto. I am 80 and have had all the COVID vaccine shots available. In addition I have had a flu shot. I am diabetic and have a heart condition. Needless to say I am anxious about the ongoing situation. Here in Toronto most younger people do not wear masks...
My wife and I live in Toronto. We are both retired. I am 78, my wife 66. We are still in lockdown as Toronto got hit quite badly. The lockdown is scheduled to be lifted around mid-June so we will then be able to go outside for any reason. As of now we are only allowed to get essential produce...
Based on the above review I am looking forward to viewing this version. I got lucky and hit a sale on Amazon.ca ($17.00 CDN.) I have the box set The Coppola Restoration, 2008, and note it has Mr. Coppola's commentary as part of the extras for part III. Does this new Blu-ray version have such a...
From the trailer "Be Water", I immediately noticed a black and white clip from a Canadian television interview that was conducted by one of our late great authors, Pierre Berton. He interviewed Bruce for a good half hour. I remember watching it live and I was spellbound by his words and...
By the titles listed in both Volume 1 and now Volume 2, I am of the opinion that we have seen all the "cream" in this style. If their still are great, or almost great, titles still to make to the market then I would like to hear what they are. Any suggestions?