Category Archives: reviews

Crossover Stars: UK to USA

Posted on February 24, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Robert Carlyle In the UK, Robert Carlyle is mostly famous for being in a movie called Trainspotting. His youthful looks and slender physique puts me in mind of a drug addict. So you could say that he was playing to … Continue reading →

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Pseudonyms: Unmasking the Actors

Posted on February 20, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Drama: An Actor’s Education John Lithgow’s journey is an interesting read. For the most part, it’s a smorgasbord of show business names, places and projects. It is also a treasure trove of mystery, at least for me. Whenever John has … Continue reading →

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Nighthawks Revamped

Posted on February 20, 2018 by cdsmiller17

From the 1940’s to the 1980’s   And for those with sharper eyes than mine: that first image has a visitor… Doctor Who’s TARDIS (police phone box).

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Honourable Mentions: the Other Six

Posted on February 15, 2018 by cdsmiller17

The Launch Losers? A comment on one of the YouTube videos says: “I don’t want to hate on this singer, but…” the other version was better. And so it seemed to me sometimes. So in fairness to those not chosen, … Continue reading →

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Manufactured Hits: the First Six

Posted on February 15, 2018 by cdsmiller17

The Launch: Season One The proof is in the pudding, they say, and the individuals who stepped up to compete in this new television show have got their just desserts. I was won over in the very first show. The … Continue reading →

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What Garment is Your Soul Wearing?

Posted on February 2, 2018 by cdsmiller17

The Invisible Garment It is true to say that, when we are born, we put on a new set of garments: our spiritual clothing, if you will. The role of Astrology has always been to provide answers to the questions … Continue reading →

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Spies: A Legacy of the Cold War

Posted on January 24, 2018 by cdsmiller17

A Legacy of Spies I got this book in the mail yesterday, and I’m already halfway through reading it. It is John le Carré’s 25th book, but it is the first time that two previous novels have been referenced in … Continue reading →

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The Magic’s in the Music

Posted on January 21, 2018 by cdsmiller17

ABBA Magic We saw this stage show last night. They had fun performing the songs, so they said. The audience had a good time listening to them. But it’s not like the real ABBA. How could it be? There has … Continue reading →

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Canada’s Unsung Hero?

Posted on January 20, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Bryan Adams Although Bryan was born in Kingston, Ontario in 1959, it wasn’t until he moved to Burnaby in British Columbia that he became the Rock ‘n’ Roller that he is now. His first hit, and video, was “Cuts Like … Continue reading →

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Neighbours: Road to Fame or Cul-de-sac?

Posted on January 13, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Daytime Soap from Australia Neighbours went on the air in the UK in October 1986, just about the time we moved to Torquay. It was instantly popular. Some of the cast became international stars, some stayed at home. Here is … Continue reading →

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