70s Spots: ‘The End’ (Burt Reynolds, 1978), ‘The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh’ (1979)

“He’s determined to commit suicide – even if it kills him.” Happy Funshine Friday evening! Here’s two comedic movie commercials to brighten your President’s Day weekend. First up, Burt Reynolds in The End. This promo aired on TV screens in … Continue reading

Trailer Tuesday: Mel Brooks’ ‘Silent Movie’ (1976)

We’re well overdue for a Trailer Tuesday here at the ‘Disco – so, let’s jump right back into 1970s film history. Blazing Saddles is celebrating a 40th anniversary and a release on Blu-Ray today. Since we’ve already commemorated Blazing Saddles, … Continue reading

Trailer Tuesday: ‘Blazing Saddles’ (40th Anniversary, 1974)

This Friday, February 7th is the 40th Anniversary of the release of Mel Brook’s classic comedy Western, Blazing Saddles. To celebrate the occasion, we have the original theatrical trailer on display for you below. Blazing Saddles stars Cleavon Little as … Continue reading

A Johnny Carson Moment: Burt Reynolds’ whipped cream incident (1974)

You’ll enjoy hitting play on this installment of A Johnny Carson Moment. Watch a minute and 30 seconds of whipped cream frivolity with Burt Reynolds, Dom DeLuise, Ed McMahon and Johnny. The original Tonight Show airdate was September 26, 1974. … Continue reading

Trailer Tuesday: ‘The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes’ Smarter Brother’ (1975)

Gene Wilder‘s directorial debut, The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes’ Smarter Brother, hit theaters in December of 1975. The comedy starred Wilder as Sherlock’s brother, Sigerson Holmes, Marty Feldman as Sgt. Orville Stanley Sacker and Madeline Kahn as Jenny Hill. The … Continue reading