Networks eye heavy action and teen shows for fall
NBC leads in pilots with action oriented concepts and fantasy drama while comedies trend downward. Reports note potential shifts due to writer strikes and possible Sept. 14 start. Projects include The Archer The Fall Guys Bulba and Nashville Palace plus a Dallas parody Filthy Rich reflecting a trend toward high stakes humor and adventure.
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Filmex marks 10th anniversary with coast to coast screenings
Eastside and Hollywood celebrate Filmex tenth year with premieres at Grauman’s Chinese and Egyptian as well as Shrine Auditorium Napoleon showings. Gary Essert recalls start up, growth and cash woes. plans raise five million for a year round program.
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Wind tunnel expansion at Ames aims to test larger aircraft
Ames Research Center doubles its wind tunnel to 80 by 120 feet, becoming the world’s largest aircraft facility. The $85 million project will enable testing of smaller than commercial airliners, with scale models for bigger planes. Six 22,500 horsepower motors will drive 115 mph winds. Testing with engines running aims to reduce takeoff and landing noise. The upgrade is expected to finish next year.
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Not rich but he's Rich Not rich but he's Rich
Kansas City AP reports Thomas Clark Twyman sought a name change to Rich N. Famous after wanting wealth and fame by 30. A Jackson County judge granted the request, but he must pay another $50 to finalize the order. The would-be famous musician claims three instruments and professional aims.
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Postman film review notes mixed mood and payoff
Bob Thomas assesses The Postman Always Rings Twice with Cain era tone, praising Jessica Lange while criticizing an anticlimactic ending and Jack Nicholson’s familiar persona. Also reviews Mon Oncle d Amérique as an imaginative Resnais work with Depardieu and Garcia, noting title reading and PG rating.
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