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Today In History Ossie Davis was born in Cogdell, GA, on this date December 18, 1917. The highly successful writer, director, actor, and producer established a phenomenal career, remaining throughout a strong voice for artists' rights, human dignity, and social justice. Mr. Davis made his Broadway debut in 1946 in Jeb, where he met his wife and fellow actress, Ruby Dee. He went on to perform in many Broadway productions, including Anna Lucasta, The Wisteria Trees, Green Pastures, Jamaica, Ballad for Bimshire, A Raisin in the Sun, The Zulu and the Zayda, and the stage version of I'm Not Rappaport. In 1961, he wrote and starred in the critically acclaimed Purlie Victorious. Ossie Davis was a leading activist in the civil rights era of the 1960s. He joined Martin Luther King, Jr., in the crusade for jobs and freedom and to help raise money for the Freedom Riders. He eulogized both Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X at their funerals and remained an activist throughout his life. He received innumerable honors including the Hall of Fame Award for Outstanding Artistic Achievement in 1989; the U.S. National Medal for the Arts in 1995; the New York Urban League Frederick Douglas Award; NAACP Image Award; and the Screen Actor's Guild Lifetime Achievement Award in 2001. Ossie Davis enjoyed a long and luminous career in entertainment along with his wife and fellow performer, stage and screen collaborator, and political activist, Ruby Dee. CARTER™ Magazine carter-mag.com #wherehistoryandhiphopmeet #historyandhiphop365 #cartermagazine #staywoke #carter #ossiedavis #rubydee #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #history #blacktwitter https://www.instagram.com/p/CmTkpO_umlB/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-literary-license-podcast--3646911/support. Welcome to another riveting episode of the Literary License Podcast, a retrospective to explore the fascinating world of anthology films. From the classic works of Edgar Allan Poe and H.P. Lovecraft to the cinematic masterpieces of the 1930s, anthologies have been an integral part of storytelling. This episode dives into "Night Gallery" from 1969 and the "Twilight Zone Movie" from 1983. This discussion-rich episode also features our host's favorite "What The F***" movies, discussing the shock factors, character development, and storytelling aspects of cult classics like "I Spit on Your Grave," "Humanoids from the Deep," and the provocative "Serbian Film". This conversation is a deep dive into the realm of anthologies with reflections on iconic films. Perfect for movie buffs or anyone looking for intriguing conversation about classic films. Listen as the hosts recount their unforgettable encounter with film director, Frank Henenlotter at a social event a few years ago. They discuss Henenlotter's unconventional filmmaking style and his unique work such as the Basket Case Trilogy. Also covered are insights into the complexities of the filmmaking business and the savvy filmmakers who played the studio system to their advantage. Contemplate the exploration of supernatural aspects, embodied by the acclaimed film, "Night Gallery." The hosts discuss how paintings embody powerful narratives of terror and the unknown, and add their personal experiences and interpretations, making this discussion a vibrant tapestry of genres. Engage in a comprehensive look at the history and ongoing influence of classic films and the era of afternoon television, with a deep dive into the 1930s, 40s, and early 50s classic cinema. Join us as we trace the evolution of afternoon television and witness the power of television, strategically repurposing classic movies. 00:00:14 - Exploring Anthologies Through the Ages; 00:04:58 - Introducing Night Gallery and Twilight Zone the Movie; 00:10:03 - Remembering Fred Ward and Discussing Ari Aster’s New Film; 00:34:42 - The Thin Man Movie Adventures; 00:40:10 - Night Gallery: A Supernatural Anthology; 00:49:14 - Humanity’s Blind Eye: Lessons Unlearned; 01:02:29 - Cult Movie Gems: Bubba Ho-Tep & Roddy McDowall; 01:08:42 - The Conqueror Worm vs. Witchfinder General; 01:45:21 - Twilight Zone: The Movie; 01:47:17 - Directors’ Journey to Another Dimension; 01:47:45 - Keith’s Thoughts on the Movie; 01:57:36 - The Tragic Helicopter Crash Incident; 02:06:16 - Tribute to the Victims and Credits; 02:08:56- Joe Dante’s Signature Tropes; 02:12:22 - Heartfelt Charm in Spielberg’s Episode; 02:13:15 - Recognition of Tanya Fenmore’s Performance; 02:15:50 - The Bitterness of Mr. Agee’s Character; 02:18:41 - Discussion on Elderly Community Centers; 02:20:31 - Cherished Memories with Loved Ones; 02:22:37 - Family Memories; 02:30:14 - Movie Directors’ Cliques; 02:40:10 - The Amityville Legacy; 02:46:14 - Twilight Zone Ratings; 02:52:14 - Nostalgic TV Guides; 02:58:23 - Podcast Updates and Future Episodes; 03:07:09 - Twilight Zone by The Manhattan Transfer Opening Credits– Epidemic Sound – Copyright . All rights reserved Closing Credits: Twilight Zone/Twilight Tone by The Manhattan Transfers. Taken from the album Extensions. Copyright 1979 Atlantic Records Incidental Music Night Gallery soundtrack – William Goldenberg. Copyright 1969 NBC Universal Twilight Zone The Movie Original Motion Picture Soundtrack. Music by Jerry Goldsmith. Copyright 1983 Warner Brothers Records. ​ Original Music copyrighted 2020 Dan Hughes Music and the Literary License Podcast. All rights reserved. Used by Kind Permission. All songs available through Amazon Music.

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Broadway's Purlie Victorious Rises Up and Shines Hilariously

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Here's my #8thRocksShuffle #8thRocks dance video with whirlwind sound effects & high tone version of #MoBetterBlues theme song by #BillLee & #TerenceBlanchard on YouTube to celebrate #OssieDavis & #RubyDee 74th wedding anniversary. Happy anniversary Ossie & Ruby. 😇💗🙏🏿💗😇 Also click the like, share, subscribe, & hit a notification button on my YouTube channel.

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Bubba Ho-Tep (2002)

Although Bubba Ho-Tep didn’t do it for me it's likely to be a blast for you. There’s a lot to like but I think how much you laugh at this wild-concept depends heavily on how much you think erectile dysfunction, the word “ass” and toilet humor is funny.

Elvis Presley (Bruce Campbell) is alive and living in a nursing home. The King is not dead, but he will be unless he and a black J.F.K. (when they patched him up after the assassination they dyed his skin so no one would recognize him, which is why he's played by Ossie Davis) stop a soul-sucking mummy from murdering the residents of Shady Rest Retirement Home.

I love this premise. It’s so crazy it works! Elvis Presley ditched his life of fame and now he's all washed up, wishing he HAD died in 1977. He’s teaming up with a man who claims to be John F. Kennedy. What are they up against? Nothing less than a mystical threat that preys on the elderly. This movie knows its premise is ludicrous and revels in its silliness with laughable special effects and dialogue that'll make you think “Did they just say that?!”

People will tell you the monster or lead characters are their favorite things in Bubba Ho-Tep. I'd choose the recurring theme of Elvis feeling completely useless in the face of the young staff and visitors he encounters. People don't even take him seriously when he’s trying to be offensive, so obviously, no one will believe him if he tries to say the truth. There are some nice moments of reflection as Elvis contemplates what he’s been reduced to. His youth, his strength, his dignity are all gone.

The film is enjoyable despite its unhealthy obsession with Elvis’ pecker and impotence. You can’t go more than 5 minutes without Elvis reminding you he can't “get it up” anymore, that he wishes that he could feel anything down there, etc. The juvenile humor is not limited to ED. We get jokes about bowel movements; lame insults from everyone (including the mummy); and even critical plot points revolve around people getting their pants pulled down. I didn’t laugh nearly as many times as director/screenplay writer Don Coscarelli wanted me to.

As a short subject, Bubba Ho-Tep would've worked a whole lot better. You could've ditched the lengthy and repetitive flashbacks, the headache-inducing hallucination, and the recurring jokes about hard-ons. On the other hand, this may be exactly what makes it a cult classic. If you think Bubba Ho-Tep might be your kind of thing, make a point to seek it out. My rating is a positive 2,5/5. When you do, stick around for the end credits. There’s a nice written gag right at the end. (On DVD, June 29, 2015)

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Today In History Ossie Davis was born in Cogdell, GA, on this date December 18, 1917. The highly successful actor, author, producer, and director both wrote and starred in the Broadway hit Purlie Victorious. Davis made his Broadway debut in 1946 in Jeb, where he met his wife and fellow actress, Ruby Dee. Davis has numerous roles on television and in film to his credit. | CARTER™ Magazine carter-mag.com #wherehistoryandhiphopmeet #historyandhiphop365 #cartermagazine #staywoke #carter #ossiedavis #rubydee #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #history https://www.instagram.com/p/CXnu9RALzSh/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Reposted from @schomburgcenter Monday, December 18, 6:30 PM: In celebration of what would have been Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis’s 75th wedding anniversary, Leslie Odom, Jr., @leslieodomjr and Kara Young @karaakter, cast members of the Broadway revival of Ossie Davis’s award-winning play Purlie Victorious @purliebway will read from the archival collection of letters between this couple.

A conversation about the play and the art/activism of Dee and Davis will follow the reading. They were actors, directors, writers, and activists whose careers spanned the mediums of theater, television, radio, film, and print. To register, click the link in our bio. #SchomburgCenter

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Broadway's Purlie Victorious Rises Up and Shines Hilariously

#frontmezzjunkies reviews: #Broadway's #PurlieVictorious by #OssieDavis d: #KennyLeon w/ #LeslieOdomJr #KaraYoung #BillyEugeneJones #JayOSanders #HeatherAliciaSimms #VenessaBellCalloway #NoahRobbins @PolkPR

Kara Young, Heather Alicia Simms, Leslie Odom, Jr., Vanessa Bell Calloway, Billy Eugene Jones, and Noah Robbins in PURLIE VICTORIOUS – Photo by Marc J. Franklin. The Broadway Theatre Review: Ossie Davis’s Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch By Ross Dressing from a rack center stage, the cast of the impeccably done Broadway revival of Purlie Victorious: A…

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“Nappy Luv” on Valentine’s Day Dee and Davis married in 1948, and as a couple they often staged benefits for civil rights groups and labor unions. In 1957, Davis authored a dramatic rendering of the Montgomery bus boycott, called “Montgomery Footprints.” His 1961 Broadway hit “Purlie Victorious” in which he starred with Dee dealt with racial issues. Dee starred in the Broadway hit, “A Raisin in the Sun,” which won the 1959 Drama Critics Circle Award for best American play. The couple first encountered King in 1956 at Adam Clayton Powell’s Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem. Davis noted King’s “mellifluous, rolling baritone” and his commanding speaking style, “building one tower of rhetoric after another”. Although they did not share King’s commitment to nonviolence, Davis and Dee enthusiastically embraced King as “a new leader of the black church and community”. The following year, Dee, along with fellow entertainer Sammy Davis, Jr., attended the Prayer Pilgrimage for Freedom, organized by Harry Belafonte and others, at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. Years later at the same site, she and Davis participated in the 1963 March on Washington. @onenappyluv Stanford University The Martin Luther King, Jr. Research and Education Institute https://kinginstitute.stanford.edu/ #MacFlyFresh #DRCApeParel #NappyLuv #OneNappyLuv #OssieDavis #RubyDee #ossieandruby #Love #Vday #valentines (at 𝑭𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑰𝒏 𝑳𝒖𝒗) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLSE6KCBmE6/?igshid=1xgio3ddlef1i