MCM: Oliver Reed
Yes, he was a "complicated man" (i.e., "raging alcoholic and unabashed misogynist"), but to overlook Oliver Reed's contribution to historical film is... Read more →
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WCW: Kathy Bates
Just a few of the historical costume movie and TV appearances that make her fabulous! Dick Tracy (1990) Swept From the Sea... Read more →
MCM: David Bamber
Like many Americans of my generation, my first real introduction to David Bamber came via the BBC's perpetually perfect Pride and Prejudice (1995),... Read more →
MCM: Richard E. Grant
Today we savor the lengthy list of period films featuring Richard E. Grant. Known for his versatility, playing everything from comedic roles to... Read more →
Top Five Netflix Releases I Am Looking Forward to
Sweeney Todd - March 1, 2019 The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is making his triumphant return! Anyone craving mince pies and black-and-white striped... Read more →
A Royal Scandal
A Royal Scandal (1997) features Richard E. Grant as Prince George, the loutish heir to the throne of England, and centers on the Prince's... Read more →
SNARK WEEK: Man-Ick Monday – Top Five Mr. Collinses
Here, for your consideration, are the top five portrayals of one of the smarmiest young men ever to have graced English literature. I am referring,... Read more →
Artemisia (1997) Misses the Mark
Artemisia was one of those films I was half-aware of when it first came out in 1997, but somehow never managed to watch it. I've even had the DVD... Read more →
WCW: Harriet Walter
Special thanks to reader Jillian Trainor who tipped us off to this glaring oversight in our pantheon of crushworthy women, Dame Harriet... Read more →
WCW: Polly Walker
Polly Walker exudes sensual glamour in virtually every role she's in. And fortunately for us, she's in quite a few historical costume flicks to feast... Read more →
