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Motion and mobility in the realist novels of Philip K Dick
No full textThis essay explores the ways that ideas of motion and mobility support readings of Philip K Dick's early novels that take full account of the changing geographical context. They are set during a period of rapid suburban expansion, the building of the interstate and the spread of automobility through car ownership, and their characters frequently exist in a state between continuity through conformity and the potential for change. The open ended forms of the novels reflect a world around Dick that was still under construction, and where alternative realities can be glimpsed between incomplete materialities
Pursuing History: The Joys and Hazards of Following All the Stories of the Past
No full textMemoirs of Ernest (Ern) J. Dick, historian and archivist. Ern worked at the CBC Archives, has many connections with the Nova Scotia historical community, and developed the "Moving Images of Atlantic Canada’" course at Saint Mary's University. He is also the author of "Silver Hair and Golden Voice - Austin Willis from Halifax to Hollywood", published by Nimbus in 2020
Dick Dinman Salutes WW2 Air Hero Jimmy Stewart
No full textThe dual releases of Olive Films stunning Blu-ray incarnation of the James Stewart air power classic STRATEGIC AIR COMMAND as well as author Robert Matzen’s awe inspiring book MISSION: JIMMY STEWART AND THE FIGHT FOR EUROPE, which for the first time ever reveals the truth about Stewart’s dangerous bombing missions over Germany, give producer/host Dick Dinman ample motivation to salute the spectacular military career of screen icon Stewart and Dick is joined by returning guest Robert Matzen as they marvel at the courage, skill and fortitude of this certifiable American hero.https://digitalcommons.usm.maine.edu/wmpg_dvdcotr/1268/thumbnail.jp
Jere Nash Interview with Dick Molpus
No full textInterview conducted by author Jere Nash with former Mississippi Secretary of State Dick Molpus in the process of writing Mississippi Politics: The Struggle for Power, 1976-2006. Topics covered include the Educational Reform Act of 1982; William Winter; Buddie Newman; Ellis Bodron; Sonny Meredith
Dick Dinman & Alan K. Rode Meet “The Phantom Lady”!
No full textProducer/host Dick Dinman and acclaimed+ author and Film Noir Foundation charter director Alan K. Rode salute the Arrow Academy Blu-ray releases of two certifiable Noir classics MY NAME IS JULIA ROSS and PHANTOM LADY. PLUS: Arrow hits the Blu-ray mark with SO DARK THE NIGHT and THE DAY OF THE JACKAL!https://digitalcommons.usm.maine.edu/wmpg_dvdcotr/1258/thumbnail.jp
Dick Dinman & Gary Giddins Swing with Fred & Bing!
No full textProducer/host Dick Dinman is joined by Gary Giddins the acclaimed author of the riveting new biography BING CROSBY: THE WAR YEARS as both marvel at the sheer brilliance of the possible pinnacle of the Fred Astaire/Ginger Rogers musical masterworks SWING TIME which has just been released on Blu-ray in typically exemplary fashion by the Criterion Collection.https://digitalcommons.usm.maine.edu/wmpg_dvdcotr/1263/thumbnail.jp
Dick Dinman & Joseph McBride Salute the Boyer Blu-Ray Bonanza!
No full textFans of continental icon and matinee idol Charles Boyer are thrilled that three Boyer classics have just been released on Blu-ray courtesy of the Criterion Collection (CLUNY BROWN), the Arrow Academy (HOLD BACK THE DAWN) and the Warner Archive (GASLIGHT) and producer/host Dick Dinman and acclaimed author/biographer Joseph McBride take the opportunity to sing the praises of this comparatively forgotten superstar of the golden age of cinema.https://digitalcommons.usm.maine.edu/wmpg_dvdcotr/1264/thumbnail.jp
Dick Dinman & Eddie Muller Dispense a Double Dose of Dana
No full textThe Warner Archive has just released on Blu-ray legendary director Fritz Lang’s last two American-made edge-of-your-seat thrillers WHILE THE CITY SLEEPS and BEYOND A REASONABLE DOUBT in their original wide screen SuperScope incarnations and popular film noir author and TCM host Eddie Muller rejoins producer/host Dick Dinman as they both salute the unjustly underrated star of both films Dana Andrews.https://digitalcommons.usm.maine.edu/wmpg_dvdcotr/1244/thumbnail.jp
Dick Dinman’s “Best of ‘18” Holiday Gift Giving Show
No full text“Dick’s Best Classic Blu-ray Pick’s for ’18” include superb releases from the Warner Archive, the Criterion Collection, Kino Lorber, the Cohen Collection, Olive Films, Twilight Time, Flicker Alley and Indicator/Powerhouse and acclaimed author, film historian, and commentator Jeremy Arnold joins producer/host Dick Dinman to shine the holiday light on his sumptuously illustrated new book TCM’s CHRISTMAS IN THE MOVIES: 30 CLASSICS TO CELEBRATE THE SEASON (available from Running Press).https://digitalcommons.usm.maine.edu/wmpg_dvdcotr/1255/thumbnail.jp
Dick Dinman Salutes TCM’s “Christmas in the Movies: 30 Classics to Celebrate the Season”
No full textProducer/host Dick Dinman welcomes back popular author and film historian Jeremy Arnold who reveals the why’s and wherefores of his choices of classic holiday films that he included in his marvelous new Christmas gift book TCM’s CHRISTMAS IN THE MOVIES: 30 CLASSICS TO CELEBRATE THE SEASON (available from Running Press).https://digitalcommons.usm.maine.edu/wmpg_dvdcotr/1256/thumbnail.jp
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