Kino-Lorber Insider Announcement Thread (Read Guidelines Post #3) (10 Viewers)

[skylark68]

I'm not sure if this was posted elsewhere, but I saw this sale on another forum, if it's already posted please let me know and I'll delete this post:

KL February Sale

 

[dana martin]

and just when i was working on paying off that paypal account, damn!

 

[RobertMG]

KL Insider I am going to grab 3 copies of Alias Nick Beal when it comes out ---- 1 for me and 2 as gifts - interesting on Ray Milland playing the devil in this classic film and now finding out he voiced the few lines of the devil tempting Jesus in 1961s King of Kings!

 

[Gerani53]

KL Insider I am going to grab 3 copies of Alias Nick Beal when it comes out ---- 1 for me and 2 as gifts - interesting on Ray Milland playing the devil in this classic film and now finding out he voiced the few lines of the devil tempting Jesus in 1961s King of Kings!

Ha! Always thought that sounded like Milland's voice. An ideal choice. Neither he nor Orson Welles, who narrated KING OF KINGS (quiet wonderfully, too), received screen credit, to the best of my memory.

 

[richardburton84]

Ha! Always thought that sounded like Milland's voice. An ideal choice. Neither he nor Orson Welles, who narrated KING OF KINGS (quiet wonderfully, too), received screen credit, to the best of my memory.

Neither for that matter did Ray Bradbury, who wrote Welles’ narration for the film. On that note, I never guessed it was Ray Milland doing Satan’s voice in the Temptation scene (I wonder if he was also supposed to appear onscreen as Satan was originally supposed to be seen as well as heard, at least that’s what I’ve read in the FSM notes for Miklós Rózsa’s score).

 

[RobertMG]

Neither for that matter did Ray Bradbury, who wrote Welles’ narration for the film. On that note, I never guessed it was Ray Milland doing Satan’s voice in the Temptation scene (I wonder if he was also supposed to appear onscreen as Satan was originally supposed to be seen as well as heard, at least that’s what I’ve read in the FSM notes for Miklós Rózsa’s score).

Would love to see Kino do a proper release of Sodom and Gomorrah - another great Rozsa score --- I think his score for King of Kings is even better than Ben Hur's

 

[JoeDoakes]

It’s great what Kino is doing for Mae West. Might it do something similar for WC Fields?

 

[Thomas T]

Would love to see Kino do a proper release of Sodom and Gomorrah

Who wouldn't but if Fox didn't/wouldn't/couldn't do it, why would Disney?

 

[RobertMG]

Who wouldn't but if Fox didn't/wouldn't/couldn't do it, why would Disney?

Although the FOX MOD was pan and scan think FXM showed the film letterboxed within the last month!

 

[RobertMG]

KL Insider I am going to grab 3 copies of Alias Nick Beal when it comes out ---- 1 for me and 2 as gifts - interesting on Ray Milland playing the devil in this classic film and now finding out he voiced the few lines of the devil tempting Jesus in 1961s King of Kings! Does anyone know why Welles, Bradbury, Milland did not get credit????

 

[Robert Crawford]

Sunday's Facebook Announcement:

Coming Soon!

HD master from a 4K scan!

Larceny (1949) Starring John Payne, Joan Caulfield, Dan Duryea & Shelley Winters – Shot by Irving Glassberg (The Price of Fear) – Directed by George Sherman (The Sleeping City, Big Jake).

 

[Robert Crawford]

I did not see this one coming and I'm in, as I've heard of this movie, but I don't remember ever seeing it. Another great release by Kino.

 

[TheSteig]

Ive heard of Larceny, Inc from 1942 but not this one. I already researched it, it sounds great. It is a 1948 film so hopefully KL will adjust the year..

 

[timk1041]

and just when i was working on paying off that paypal account, damn!

I know.

 

[timk1041]

I did not see this one coming and I'm in, as I've heard of this movie, but I don't remember ever seeing it. Another great release by Kino.

I've seen it. A good one.

 

[timk1041]

Coming June 29th!
NINE MAE WEST CLASSICS – First Time on Blu-ray!

NIGHT AFTER NIGHT (1932)
• Audio Commentary by Film Historians Alexandra Heller-Nicholas and Josh Nelson
• Trailers for 6 Mae West Films

SHE DONE HIM WRONG (1933)
• Audio Commentary by Film Historian David Del Valle
• Audio Commentary by Film Historian Kat Ellinger
• Introduction by Turner Classic Movies Host Robert Osborne
• Bonus Cartoon: "She Done Him Right”
• Trailers for 6 Mae West Films

I’M NO ANGEL (1933)
• Audio Commentary by Film Historian Samm Deighan
• Trailers for 6 Mae West Films

BELLE OF THE NINETIES (1934)
• Audio Commentary by Film Historian Samm Deighan
• Trailers for 6 Mae West Films

GOIN’ TO TOWN (1935)
• Audio Commentary by Film Historian Kat Ellinger
• Trailers for 6 Mae West Films

KLONDIKE ANNIE (1936)
• Audio Commentary by Film Historians Alexandra Heller-Nicholas and Josh Nelson
• Trailers for 6 Mae West Films

GO WEST YOUNG MAN (1936)
• Audio Commentary by Author/Film Historian Lee Gambin
• Trailers for 6 Mae West Films

EVERY DAY’S A HOLIDAY (1937)
• Audio Commentary by Film Historian Kat Ellinger
• Trailers for 6 Mae West Films

MY LITTLE CHICKADEE (1940)
• Audio Commentary by Film Historians Alexandra Heller-Nicholas and Josh Nelson
• Trailers for 6 Mae West Films

NIGHT AFTER NIGHT (1932) B&W 73 Minutes 1.37:1 Not Rated
Screen greats George Raft (Spawn of the North) and Mae West (She Done Him Wrong) star in the Pre-Code drama Night After Night, about a speakeasy owner with a colorful past. Joe Anton (Raft), an ex-thug intent on losing his street-smart manner, hires a proper spinster named Mabel (Alison Skipworth, The Song of Songs) to accompany him and Miss Healy (Constance Cummings, The Battle of the Sexes) to dinner at his swanky establishment. Complicating matters, his flamboyant ex-girlfriend, Maudie Triplett (West), breezes over to their table and innocently begins to expose Joe’s past. Making her screen debut, Mae West delighted audiences with her wit, beauty and charm, thus launching her career as one of the most unforgettable Hollywood icons of all time. Co-starring Louis Calhern (The Magnificent Yankee) and wonderfully directed by Archie Mayo (The Petrified Forest).

SHE DONE HIM WRONG (1933) B&W 66 Minutes 1.37:1 Not Rated
This is the story of Lady Lou (Mae West, I’m No Angel)—a bawdy nightclub singer in the 1890s, who spends most of her time tossing witty barbs at the overheated clientele. With her old man locked up in the slammer, Lou is forced to amuse herself with the legions of men fighting for her attentions. She keeps her many admirers at arm’s length, even if she does accept the generous diamond-studded gifts they bestow upon her. But the tough cookie soon finds her heart melting for a handsome young man who works at the local mission. Based on West’s play Diamond Lil, She Done Him Wrong co-stars screen legend Cary Grant (Notorious) with Gilbert Roland (Thunder Bay) and Noah Beery (Wings of the Hawk). With wonderful direction by Lowell Sherman (The Pay-Off), She Done Him Wrong earned a 1934 Best Picture Oscar® nomination.

I’M NO ANGEL (1933) B&W 87 Minutes 1.37:1 Not Rated
Screen legends Mae West (Belle of the Nineties) and Cary Grant (She Done Him Wrong) star in the sizzling Pre-Code comedy I'm No Angel, about a carnival performer with greater aspirations...wealthy men! In addition to circus acts, Tira (West) performs some questionable business maneuvers and takes a job as a lion tamer to escape jail. After Tira’s first show catapults her to stardom, she attracts the attention of the wealthy Kirk Lawrence (Kent Taylor, The Phantom from 10,000 Leagues) who happens to be engaged. His business partner, Jack Clayton (Grant), blows his friend’s cover and begins a romance with Tira. This time, Tira is in love for real and is devastated when a misunderstanding causes Jack to break off the affair. Serving as her own counsel, Tira sues Jack for breach of contract and takes him through a cross-examination he’ll never forget! Written by West and directed by Wesley Ruggles (No Man of Her Own).

BELLE OF THE NINETIES (1934) B&W 73 Minutes 1.37:1 Not Rated
Ruby Carter (the flawless Mae West, She Done Him Wrong), the night club sensation of St. Louis, relocates to New Orleans and becomes the prize attraction of “The Sensation Club.” West’s risqué brand of humor and naughty musical numbers enliven a plot that involves jewel thieves, a fixed boxing match and murder. Co-written by West, directed by the great Leo McCarey (Duck Soup, The Awful Truth, Going My Way) and featuring Duke Ellington and His Orchestra who provide musical accompaniment for several of West’s songs.

GOIN’ TO TOWN (1935) B&W 74 Minutes 1.37:1 Not Rated
Screen legend Mae West (I’m No Angel) shines as a saloon girl turned devilish debutante in her first western comedy, Goin’ to Town. Bride-to-be Cleo Borden (West) suddenly becomes the benefactor of her fiancé’s ranch and oil business after a fatal shootout. Now a rich woman, she sets out to oversee the ranch and is met with disdain by British oil expert Edward Carrington (Paul Cavanagh, A Bill of Divorcement). Sensing a challenge, Cleo takes a crash course in culture to get his attention. Her first test comes when she follows Edward to Buenos Aires where she successfully mingles with society’s elite in the glamorous world of horseracing. The toast of all men (except the one she’s after), Cleo agrees to marry affluent Fletcher Colton (Monroe Owsley, Indiscreet) but soon learns of his dangerously obsessive gambling habits. Co-written by West and directed by Alexander Hall (Here Comes Mr. Jordan).

KLONDIKE ANNIE (1936) B&W 80 Minutes 1.37:1 Not Rated
The glamorous Mae West (My Little Chickadee) stars as a “kept” woman who flees to Alaska and the Gold Rush of the 1890s in Klondike Annie. After the beautiful Rose Carlton (West) escapes from the clutches of the wealthy and possessive Chan Lo (Harold Huber, The Thin Man), she finds herself on a ship bound for greater pastures. The ship’s captain, Bull Brackett (Victor McLaglen, The Informer), instantly falls for Rose but she is distracted by her new cabin mate, Sister Annie Alden (Helen Jerome Eddy, Madame Butterfly). Exchanging philosophies, the unlikely pair develop a meaningful friendship before Sister Annie becomes sick and passes on. In desperation, as her past starts to catch up with her, Rose changes her identity with her deceased friend and is inspired to a new calling. West is at her best as she brings the immoral townspeople to their knees with her unconventional style of evangelism in this spirited tale of divine transformation. Co-written by West and directed by the great Raoul Walsh (The World in His Arms, White Heat).

GO WEST YOUNG MAN (1936) B&W 82 Minutes 1.37:1 Not Rated
Screen legend Mae West (I’m No Angel) stars in the screwball comedy Go West Young Man, about a frustrated actress whose amorous desires keep getting her in trouble. Movie star Mavis Arden (West) is bound by a contract stating that she cannot marry for five years, which her press agent Morgan (Warren William, Employees’ Entrance) strictly enforces. While on a publicity tour, their car breaks down and leaves them stuck in a boarding house full of odd characters. One in particular catches Mavis’ eye—the robust farmhand Bud (Randolph Scott, Western Union). Mavis seductively pursues Bud and quickly learns the ramifications of small-town gossip. Mayhem mounts as police, following a tip, suspect Mavis has been kidnapped by Morgan. Enjoying her chance to get even, she concedes to having Morgan arrested, but he has got a confession that even she did not bargain for! Screenplay by West and wonderful direction by the great Henry Hathaway (The Lives of a Bengal Lancer, The Shepherd of the Hills, Rawhide).

EVERY DAY’S A HOLIDAY (1937) B&W 80 Minutes 1.37:1 Not Rated
The impeccable Mae West (She Done Him Wrong) is Peaches O’Day, a con artist who befriends Captain Jim McCarey (Edmund Lowe, Chandu the Magician), a cop who must turn her in unless she leaves town. The clever Peaches returns transformed as sultry brunette and Parisian sensation Mademoiselle Fifi. After catching the show, crooked mayoral candidate John Quade (Lloyd Nolan, The House on 92nd Street) tries to close it down when Peaches demurely declines his romantic overtures. Captain McCarey jumps in the race for mayor against Quade, and the loyal Peaches fervently campaigns for him. With the help of jazz great Louis Armstrong (A Man Called Adam) on trumpet, an enthusiastic Mae rallies the crowd to “Laugh, Sing and Vote!” in a delightful final scene. Written by West and directed by A. Edward Sutherland (It’s the Old Army Game).

MY LITTLE CHICKADEE (1940) B&W 83 Minutes 1.37:1 Not Rated
The inimitable Mae West (Klondike Annie) portrays the voluptuous Flower Belle Lee, whose reputation is tarnished when she is seen embracing a masked bandit in her bedroom. Forced to leave town until she can prove she is respectable—and married—Flower Belle boards a train where she meets the incorrigible Cuthbert J. Twillie (W.C. Fields, Running Wild). Believing he’s quite a catch, Flower Belle accepts Twillie’s marriage proposal. The newlyweds stop in the town of Greasewood where Twillie’s exaggerated tales of adventure earn him the honor of becoming the sheriff of the town and bartender at “The Last Gasp” saloon. My Little Chickadee was written by its legendary stars Mae West and W.C. Fields, with wonderful direction by Edward F. Cline (Never Give a Sucker an Even Break).

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Interesting. It is too bad this couldn't have been done with the Deanna Durbin titles. Put all 9 of the titles Kino was planning to release and have them out at the same time. Not sure if the sales would have been better. Still thankful that those 3 in that boxset came out last year.

 

[battlebeast]

Interesting. It is too bad this couldn't have been done with the Deanna Durbin titles. Put all 9 of the titles Kino was planning to release and have them out at the same time. Not sure if the sales would have been better. Still thankful that those 3 in that boxset came out last year.

Still would like to see THREE SMART GIRLS on Blu... And HIS BUTLER’S SISTER. Hopefully another label picks them up.

 

[skylark68]

More John Payne is always welcome. I'm looking forward to this release.

 

[borisfw]

Another film new to home video, at least in US, is always welcome. I have it recorded from somewhere. Haven't watched it in a long time so this new release gives me a great chance to rewatch. New film noir from the 50s on blu ray is great thing.

 

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Great news! My preorders, Caught in the Draft, My Favorite Blonde, Nothing But the Truth, along with The Lodger, were shipped out, today. Woo-Hoo!