#Arch Nicholson

[film-o-teka]

Fortress, 1985

[haverwood]

Dark Age Arch Nicholson Australia/USA, 1987 ★★★ *giant croc chomps down on a little kid*

Me: what a picture.

[joeygallagher]

Fortress  (1985)

Dir. by Arch Nicholson

[p-redux]

Hi P. Let me begin by saying I really enjoy your blog especially when you put Sam "haters" in their place. Which brings me to my question. I have read references to Sam's "5 acting things" but I'm wondering what people are referring to. Even Cait has mentioned it once or twice. Some commenters have used the phrase sarcastically. I'm having trouble finding info about it in your archive. Could you please guide me with a # to narrow my search or could your followers help me out? Thank you !

Hi, thanks for your kind words about my blog!

As for the "5 acting things," I'm not sure what that refers to. You won't find it if you search it on my blog because I don't think I've ever mentioned it. I did a Google search and there's an article with Caitriona Balfe, where she mentions Sam's eyebrow arch as one of his acting things. 👇

Here's the excerpt. 👇

I'm assuming she's referring to some actors who have some acting techniques or mannerisms they use. And for some actors, they're things that are ingrained in them, so they do them no matter the role. Some actors try to conquer their innate mannerisms and actively work against them in each role. And others, bring some of themselves to each role, and don't get rid of their mannerisms.

Some examples of great actors who don't get rid of their mannerisms or "5 acting things" are: Tom Cruise, Julia Roberts, Samuel L. Jackson, George Clooney, Jack Nicholson, and back in the day, John Wayne. You always know it's Tom Cruise in whatever role he's playing, but that doesn't mean he's not great in his movies. He is. He and the others I mentioned, among many others not listed, have that "it" factor. That charisma or star quality that you either have or you don't. They're mesmerizing to watch; they suck you in just by their presence, and you can't take your eyes off them whenever they're on the screen. Sam Roland Heughan has that "it" factor.

Soooo, when haters try to put him down by saying he's got certain mannerisms he uses no matter the role, refer him to the list of GREATS above, and tell them to take several seats and STFU. Also, a famous eyebrow archer, no matter the role, and undeniably, one of the greatest actors of all time, Mr. Jack Nicholson. 👇

Sam's in good company.

[pwnicholson]

Angles of the Arch by Paul Nicholson Via Flickr: Various angles of the Gateway Arch

[themattress]

Favorite Arch Enemies

Beyond all of the ones that I've already covered, anyway.

The Joker - Here he is, at long last. The man, the legend, the Clown Prince of Crime himself. In my opinion, the Joker is the greatest arch-nemesis in the history of fiction because he compliments his heroic adversary perfectly. Batman is a dark, brooding, frightening figure with a semi-demonic visage, yet he is a hero dedicated to the cause of justice and protecting the innocent citizens of Gotham City. The Joker is a bright, colorful, exuberant and funny clown, something that's supposed to bring joy and laughter to others, yet he is a nihilistic, psychopathic criminal whose only goal in life is to spread death, destruction and chaos through Gotham City because that's what brings him joy and laughter. It's just such a natural conflict: the miserable vigilante vs. the happy murderer, law vs. anarchy, order vs. chaos, hope vs. despair, purpose vs. purposelessness....a battle that is truly timeless, which is why it has endured since 1940. Outside of comic books, the Joker has been depicted masterfully by Cesar Romero, Jack Nicholson, Heath Ledger, Cameron Monaghan, Joaquin Phoenix, Barry Keoghan, Kevin Michael Richardson, Jeff Bennett, Richard Epcar, John DiMaggio, Michael Emerson, Troy Baker, Christopher Corey Smith, Zack Galifianakis, Jeff Bergman, Tony Hale, Alan Tudyk, Mick Wingert.....and of course by Mark Hamill, perhaps his definitive portrayer.

Doctor Octopus - In the realm of comic book superheroes, Spider-Man's assortment of villains comes second only to Batman's. And his arch-foe is Doctor Otto Octavius, aka "Doc Ock". Octavius is much like Peter Parker, except older, crankier, and much more prideful. Like Peter, he invokes an eight-legged creature - an octopus rather than a spider - and takes it a step further through the usage of four mechanical arms attached to his spine. But while Peter had to learn to put aside his hurt feelings and inflated ego because "with great power comes great responsibility", Ock is more a believer in "with great power comes great domination of everyone weaker". Many of Spider-Man's greatest battles have been against this mad genius who seeks to enforce his sense of superiority upon the world. Actors who have portrayed Ock outside of comics include Vernon Chapman, Stan Jones, Michael Bell, Efrem Zimbalist Jr., Rodger Bumpass, Alfred Molina, Joe Alaskey, Peter MacNicol, Tom Kenny, Scott Menville and William Salyers, with Kathryn Hahn portraying a female version in Into the Spider-Verse.

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Fortress (1985) directed by Arch Nicholson

[thealmightyemprex]

90's Pulp Movie Villains Ranked

SO I am going to be doing a series of rankings ,as I have been marathoing the Pulp superhero trend of the 90's .Why not start with my favorite topic ,the villlains...THis was hard in a sense,because I love all five of these baddies

5.Big Boy Caprice from Dick Tracy

The biggest mob boss in town and arch nemesis to Dick Tracy.I actually though going into this rewatch ,I thought he would be number one ....But looking at the other villains he fell to the wayside.I love how bonkers Al PAcinos performance is and his quirk of messing up qoutes and the makeup looks great but honestly I cant help but feel he is a wannabe of Jack Nicholsons Joker .He is fun though

4.Xander Drax from the Phantom

An evil powerhungry business man who wants to harnass the power of 3 magic skulls .On paper he is the weakest villain,going into this rewatch,I thought I was gonna put him dead last .The problem is the side villains are more intereresting ,like the pirate king Kabai Sengh and Quill who killed the Phantoms father,while Drax is just an evil rich guy ......Thank GOD for Treat Williams performance ,he is taking character description of evil 1930's capitalist and running with it .Not great but he is a ton of fun

3.Neville Sinclair from the Rockateer

A swashbuckling movie star who is actually a Nazi spy trying to get his hands on an experimental jetpack .NOw we get to the really interesting guys .While Big Boy and Drax were fun,theres a bit more to Sinclair .Being a dashing movie star he is charming but his villainy is motivated by a sense of desperation .Timothy Dalton is an actor who feels like he is right of the 1930's and 1940's ,so he is able to nail the deonair side while also being a legit menacing villain

2.Don Rafael Montero from The Mask of Zorro

A Spanish Governor who wishes to take over California ,but the big thing is he stole the daughter of Don Diego De La Vega AKA the original Zorro and had him imprisioned for 20 years .NOw what impresses me about Don Rafael is he couldve been a mustache twirly villain,just a hate sink as we root for Zorro to run him through....But they decided to give him nuanace .Oh he is still a villain who kills and enslaves innocent people ,but he has his own morals ,doesnt want children to see his crimes,and does very much care for his adopted daughter Elena .Stuart Wilson plays him with a sense of dignity and nuance one doesnt often see in a blockbuster bad guy of that era

1. Shiwan Khan from the Shadow

The last descendant of Genghis Khan(I know there are millions of descendants of that guy just roll with it ,its a movie ),Shiwan Khan is a wannabe conqueror who wishes to rule the world using his psychic powers and an atomic bomb.SO while DOn Rafael is a more nuanced villain,Shiwan Khan is a classic supervillain done REALLY well .Like the guys got a simple goal,he wants to rule the world,cause being descended from a great conquerer he wants to be a conqueror himself.A few things make him stand out ,one is John Lones charismatic performance,especially in his scenes with the Shadow .In classic villain fashion he is a dark reflection of the Shadow.....But of the Shadows past .The Shadow used to be a bad dude but has put his sins behind him to fight evil .Basically Shiwan Khan has all the powers of the Shadow and is what the Shadow would be like is he still pursued evil.What I love is Shiwan Khan actually admires the Shadows past and is diappointed he has turned good cause he really wants him to rule with him .He also reminds me of Kilgrave from Jessica Jones in how he uses his mind control powers to convince people to kill themselves who mildly inconvience him .With cool powers ,a good performance and a great dynamic with the hero ,I think Shiwan Khanis one of the most underrated supervillains in superhero movies and best villain of the 90's pulp movies trend

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[scurvyoaks]

Exceptional American Federal Flame Birch and Birdseye Maple Sofa, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, circa 1810, arched mahogany back with inset birdseye maple panels, conforming figured maple inset arms and arm supports, flame birch leg panels, on reeded and turned legs and feet, striped pink upholstery, fully finished and inlaid back, 34-1/2 x 74-1/2 x 24 in. Note: This exceptional American sofa has a storied history, passing through the hands of the famous collections of Dr. C. Ray Franklin and Eddy Nicholson. A nearly identical sofa is illustrated in Brock Jobe, Portsmouth Furniture: Masterworks from the New Hampshire Seacoast, catalog no. 106, which descended in the Tredick and Brewster families of Portsmouth and is well documented to the town.

Another closely related example is in the collections of the Winterthur Museum (see Montgomery, American Furniture: The Federal Period, cat. no. 271).

Condition

excellent overall, some cracks and repairs at crest molding, typical cracks, checking, and minor repairs to veneers, upholstery with light stains and wear, fine color with some areas of early surface on legs

Brunk Auctions. Collection of Jean and Jim Barrow.

[b-movieenema]

Dark Age is an Australian nature attacks type of movie that's a little bit Jaws with some folklore mysticism thrown in for good measure. It's a pretty good movie that most haven't really heard of.

[codycawdren]

Dark Age (1987)

Director: Arch Nicholson Starring: John Jarratt, Nikki Coghill, Max Phipps A park ranger is tasked with dealing with a killer crocodile that appears to have a spiritual connection with the local Aboriginals. Three poachers decide to go crocodile hunting at night. When they try to capture a giant crocodile, the crocodile attacks, leaving only one survivor – John Besser (Max Phipps). John…

[film-o-teka]

Fortress, 1985

[jeanpascalmattei]

http://lemiroirdesfantomes.blogspot.com/2020/08/fortress-warriors.html?view=magazine

[pwnicholson]

Angles of the Arch by Paul Nicholson Via Flickr: Various angles of the Gateway Arch

[starsarestars]

“Ooh, I could be in the video! I’ve been told my technique for doing the robot is second to none!” Winona chirps brightly. Kassam arches a brow, giving her a once over and settling upon offering her a withering look in kind.

“No offence, but you’ve not really got the right look.” says Kassam, a hint of snark lacing his tone. Winona beams obliviously, humming in agreement.

“Oh, you’re right! I’m not exactly a duck, am I? Maybe in the next lifetime…Anyway, I’m off! Chelsea said she’ll teach me how to co-ordinate curtains with carpet, and I need all the help I can get with that. I always seem to get my chevron crossed with my herringbone and it’s a nightmare, really. Send me the song when you’re finished, I’d love to give it a listen!” Winona singsongs before skipping out of sight with a wave of her hand and a cheery grin on her face, her orange slice earrings swaying with every stride.

Inspired by the legendary @moderarato ‘s gorgeous OC art, I thought I’d try my hand at drawing Winona in a relatively new style. The citrus slice earrings are iconic for her (imo if she was Georgia Nicholson of Angus Thongs fame she’d def run down the street in an orange costume and slide down the wall dramatically, Robert Sheehan posters be damned, to She’s So Lovely by Scouting For Girls as she comes to terms with the fact her youthful innocence was fleeting and now she has to impress boys and not dress like an orange even though “Orange you glad to see me” was a genius level joke)

The slice earrings have been a staple since the OG version of the primary cover (which will not be posted due to unbearable wankiness in quality) but I’m honestly chuffed with how it turned out! I’ve got all the time in the world for an Ornithologist turned Countdown Octochampion turned Primary School Teacher and I’m liking how it encapsulates the sort of playful cheeky side she has.

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Fortress (1985) directed by Arch Nicholson