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Classic Science Fiction from 1968 (released in 1970) It is based upon the 1966 science-fiction novel Colossus by Dennis Feltham Jones. The film is about an advanced American defense AI system, named Colossus, becoming sentient. After being handed full control, Colossus' draconian logic expands on its original nuclear defense directives to assume total control of the world and end all warfare for the good of humankind, despite its creators' orders to stop. In 1980, the film was second in Cinefantastique's list of the top films of the decade, after The Exorcist and beating Alien. Frederick S. Clarke, the magazine's editor, wrote that the film was "a superb adaptation of the D.F. Jones novel of world domination by a supercomputer, a perfect example that literate, thought-provoking science-fiction films need not be obscure, esoteric, or boring. Wins: Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films: Golden Scroll of Merit, Stanley Chase, for theatrical motion picture production; 1979 Nominations: Hugo Awards: Hugo, Best Dramatic Presentation; 1971. A remake was being being planned in 2007 but never got off the ground. This film is definitely up there with 2001: A Space Odyssey, Planet of the Apes (original), Alien, Demon Seed and Close Encounters of the Third Kind.

1991 James Douglas Morrison (December 8, 1943 – July 3, 1971) was an American singer, songwriter and poet who was the lead vocalist and primary lyricist of the rock band the Doors. Due to his energetic persona, poetic lyrics, distinctive voice, erratic and unpredictable performances, along with the dramatic circumstances surrounding his life and early death, Morrison is regarded by music critics and fans as one of the most influential frontmen in rock history. Since his death, his fame has endured as one of popular culture's top rebellious and oft-displayed icons, representing the generation gap and youth counterculture. (Interesting fact - Ten months before the death of Jim Morrison in Paris aged 27, Jimi Hendrix died in London on Sept 18 1970 aged 27 and Nine years after the death of Jim Morrison, John Lennon was murdered in New York on Dec 8 1980, Morrison's birthday)

Alan George Bleasdale (born 23rd March 1946) is an English screenwriter, best known for his socially realistic dramas based on the lives of working class British people. A former teacher, he has written for radio, stage and screen and has also written novels. Bleasdale's plays typically represented a more realistic, contemporary depiction of life in Liverpool than was usually seen in the media. Bleasdale wrote the screenplay for his only feature film No Surrender (1985), a black comedy which examines the animosity between the Protestants and Roman Catholics in Northern Ireland. Set in a seedy Liverpool night club, the film focuses on a group of elderly Protestant hardliners attending a New Year's Eve party on the same evening as a group of Catholic retirees. Genre: 80's comedy drama (UK). The film stars, Bernard Hill who recently passed away 5th May 2024.

Novak Djokovic at 37 is STILL the absolute LEGEND.

Steve Hillage performs one of the most iconic pieces of guitar work, simply ahead of its time. Performed live in concert in 1979. The Glorious Om. In the beginning was the word.... Om - The Primordial syllable - Aum, Amen, Une, One, Ein, En..... Nikola Tesla said, “If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.” The very foundations of our Universe, of matter and thought, appear to lie in sound vibration.

Cabaret (1972) Not only a musical masterpiece, a film that explores and shows the seedy and dark side of Berlin and the Nazis rise to power. It was a play based on a novel by Christopher Isherwood who'd lived in Berlin at that time but what Fosse and the cast did with the film was AMAZING. The performance is a masterpiece of Bob Fosse's camerawork and editing. At the time of Cabaret, big musicals were going out of fashion with studios so it was almost a novelty that it did so well. The background dancers clearly spent a lot of time on their craft, synchronization, and strength. The original London production of Cabaret, which kicked off on Feb. 28, 1968 ran for 336 performances. A performance on par with Gene Kelly and an umbrella. Today, we don't see such things. More:- https://rumble.com/v53qegm-berlin-in-the-1920s-the-sex-capital-of-europe..html

Communion (1989) Christopher Walken

A government investigator tries to find out the truth behind the break-in at a top secret research facility. stars George Peppard and Michael Sarrazin. Based on the 1968 novel, 'The Alien' by LP Davies. Filmed in Vancouver 1971-72.

Set in 70's South London, a Guyanese immigrant is exposed to the highs and lows within the local Brixton community. Although it was meant to be a gritty drama it came off more as a comedy and even inspired the later 70's TV series 'Empire Road', the later 90's cult Channel 4 comedy show series 'Get Up, Stand Up' as well as 'The Desmonds'. It was entered into the 1977 Cannes Film Festival and the same year Bob Marley released his greatest single, 'Exodus'. Directed by Anthony Simmons. Starring Norman Beaton.

The Charles Bukowski Tapes are a collection of short interviews with the American writer/poet Charles Bukowski, filmed and assembled by Barbet Schroeder and first published in 1985. Today, the video documentary is considered a cult classic. https://m.imdb.com/title/tt1019894/?ref_=tt_sims_tt_t_11

The film was chosen by the American National Board of Review as one of the Top 10 Films of 1971. Variety called it "a film of exquisite taste". Nicholas & Alexandra (1971)

Jeffrey Long, M.D., is a radiation oncology physician living in Georgetown, Kentucky. Over 25 years ago, he founded the Near-Death Experience Research Foundation. Dr. Long has investigated over 4000 near-death experiences (NDEs), which is by far the most significant number of NDEs ever scientifically studied. Portions of the NDERF website have been posted in over 30 languages, allowing global outreach. The results of his previous research were published in the New York Times bestselling book Evidence of the Afterlife: The Science of Near-Death Experiences. Millions of people have seen Dr. Long discuss his research on shows, including the NBC Today Show, The Dr. Oz Show, National Geographic television, History Channel, The O’Reilly Factor, and television broadcasts worldwide. Courtesy: Next Level Soul Podcast

This is just a small clip of a long two hour documentary I'm working on about the history of Glam rock into the evolution of Punk rock that will feature the Stooges, the New York Dolls, Slaughter & The Dogs, the Doors, the Sweet, the Stranglers, T-Rex, the Sex Pistols, Siouxsie & The Banshees and the Damned to name a few... Starting with two of the greatest male vocalists in the history of rock. David Bowie and Bryan Ferry of Roxy Music. More:- https://rumble.com/v2gda1a-google-is-illuminati-david-bowies-final-internet-post-eerily-prophesied-202.html

Classic episode of the 70's SF series and considered by many SF fans to be the episode that was a direct precursor to the science-fiction horror film Alien (1979) and its sequel, Aliens (1986). Discredited eagle pilot Tony Cellini is beset by recurring nightmares in which he was the only survivor of disastrous space mission. Now the moon is approaching the same set of circumstances that Cellini encountered. Created by Gerry & Sylvia Anderson. ITC

A look into strange entities that still lurk in the over one century old London Underground tube train network by the staff who actually work there.

Or perhaps should read... 'Spitting Image of the Late Middleton' Popular speculation is that this is probably old footage of both Kate & William when he often wore a cap. Kate has more flexibility in her stride and looks much younger, likely shot on an iPhone 3GS or Blackberry circa 2006 judging by the video resolution, absence of any children and the vehicles date from 2005. It seems as if it was passed on intentionally and exclusively to the Sun and TMZ for public consumption. Seems us peasants are almost as dumb as they are?

"Force of Life" is the second episode of the first series of Space:1999. Considered by many fans to be one of the better story lines (apart from first episode, Breakaway and episode 4, War Games) in this classic Sci-Fi TV series by Gerry & Sylvia Anderson. The second series, although still considered good was aimed more towards an American audience and had more of a StarTrek appeal where aliens seemed to have been inspired by Monster Munch. This episode featured acclaimed British actor, Ian McShane. The screenplay was written by Johnny Byrne. The director was David Tomblin. The original title was "Force of Evil". The shooting script is dated 15 May 1974 and was aired in 1975 on LWT.

Ground breaking zaney satirical spoof that was way ahead of its time from 1974. A film by Ken Shapiro.

Scanners (Canada 🇨🇦 1981) | Sci-Fi Cult Horror Movie w/Michael Ironside Genres: Sci-Fi, Horror, Thriller Subgenres: PSI/Psychic, ESP/Telepathy, Telekinetic Powers Original Release Dates: 14 January 1981 (USA) 16 January 1981 (Canada) Main Cast: + Michael Ironside as Scanner Darryl Revok + Stephen Lack as Scanner Cameron Vale + Jennifer O'Neill as Scanner Kim Obrist + Robert A. Silverman as Scanner Benjamin Pierce + Patrick McGoohan as Dr. Paul Ruth + Lawrence Dane as Braedon Keller IMDb Title: tt0081455

Ms Garfield says she's totally devoted to her protective husband.

1980 - 2023 This is a tribute to the lead guitarist of Killing Joke, Geordie (Kevin) Walker, who sadly passed away on November 26th 2023 and we also pay tribute to the bassist, Paul Raven who passed away October 20th 2007. Killing Joke remain one of the most - if not, THE most influential rock band of all time in the genres of Industrial metal, Punk rock, heavy metal and alt-rock. RIP Geordie & Paul.

A small collection of the best unforgettable British TV ada over the last few decades..

In memory of Scott Kempner, born in the Bronx, New York and died of dementia November 29th, 2023 at the age of 69. Scott was rhythm guitarist of the band, The Dictators who were an American proto-punk / heavy rock band.

Cat jumps on an Imam during prayers! In Islam, cats are considered man's best friend, also the Prophet Mohammed had a cat called Muezza. Many Imams throughout the Arab world feed and keep several cats.

One of Our Greatest Songwriters. John Lennon was murdered on Dec 8, 1980