In posts past, we took a look at stand-out Time Magazine covers from 1970, 1971, 1972 and 1973. Today, let’s turn our attention to the year 1974. Major events included Richard Nixon resigning the presidency before he could be impeached. … Continue reading
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On Halloween day, 1974, a film destined to become a cult classic was released. Phantom of the Paradise, written and directed by Brian De Palma, stars Paul Williams as a record producer called Swan, Jessica Harper as an aspiring singer … Continue reading
Commercial time, Bionic believers. For Burger King in the 70s the “Have it your way” advertising campaign was kind of a big deal. Chew up a typical TV spot from 1974 or so. You’ll be singing along in spite of … Continue reading
“Never make a Death Wish…because a Death Wish always comes true…” Death Wish released to theaters in the summer of 1974. The film stars Charles Bronson as vengeful vigilante, Paul Kersey. The movie, directed by Michael Winner and based on … Continue reading
Bob Freelander (@bobfreelander), who runs the Rupert Pupkin Speaks Web Site, is selecting years and listing out his favorite films. Currently on dock is 1974 and 26 international movie posters are on display. Check out a few below and hop … Continue reading
“one tiny spark – becomes a night of blazing suspense…” It took both Warner Brothers and 20th Century Fox to bring The Towering Inferno to movie theaters in December of 1974. Irwin Allen’s “disaster” flick featured a large roster of … Continue reading