Alan Bates

A Prayer for the Dying (1987) is a dirge for Mickey Rourke

Jun 16, 2016 Wade Sheeler 1

In a not too distant past, let’s say, 1987 – eons ago for some of you kids, Mickey Rourke was considered an “actor’s actor,” a hunk and an A-list celebrity. Things have sure changed in […]

Sixties British Cinema Was None Too FAR FROM THE MADDING CROWD (1967)

May 6, 2015 Wade Sheeler 1

Thomas Hardy’s 19th century novel of class distinction, gender inequality, romantic love and practical application has been beautifully rendered in the film Far From the Madding Crowd. Recently released to favorable reviews starring Cary Mulligan, […]