Watch Free Full Alfred Hitchcock Movies and Shows

I'm pretty out of the loop when it comes to modern or American entertainment, but I love me some vintage and British TV. I particularly love mystery. Dame Agatha Christie, Dame Ngaio Marsh, Father Brown, Poirot, Miss Marple--love 'em. I enjoy Twilight Zone, but my favorite for short mysteries is Alfred Hitchcock Presents and The Alfred Hitchcock Hour. Those are old American shows by British mystery master (best of both worlds!). I just found places to
watch them free. Here's how  Full Alfred Hitchcock Movies and Shows on Youtube, Netflix

BBC Sherlock with Benedict Cumerbatch, Summer Must-Watch TV

Summer is the time when I can catch up on some TV shows I didn't have time for in fall. I'm an anglophile living in the US. Which means I know more about UK stuff than I do American. Actually all of Europe, Australia, Canada, I'm much more familiar with their programs. I think that's television worth watching, as compared to my motherland Hollyweird fare. BAFTA, RADA actors are so much more talented. So for your viewing pleasure, might I suggest...BBC Sherlock with Benedict Cumerbatch, Summer Must-Watch TV

Workers Memorial Day, May Day, Union History Movies

Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a U.S. institution. Worldwide, Labor Day is observed May 1 as May Day. We celebrate the achievements of organized labor unions in protecting workers' rights. April 28 is Workers Memorial Day when we honor those lost in the labor struggle. The U.S. alone has had more than its share of worker death and suffering. The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, Chicago's Haymarket massacre, the Flint Sitdown Strike, Battle of Running Bulls, strikes, lockouts, police brutality all to create better working conditions for everyone. Labor Day, May Day, Workers Memorial Day--these are not just holidays.  When labor wins a victory it helps everyone. We have organized labor unions to thank for better healthcare benefits, unemployment benefits, safer working conditions, womens' right, racial unity, overtime pay, paid holidays and sick days, child labor laws and many other benefits that workers now take for granted. Here are labor union movies to watch for Labor Day. Watch these movies to understand more about how labors unions have impacted our lives. Note: I hadn't seen "Harlan County War" at the time of this writing and would add that. Best Labor Unions History Movies to Watch for Labor Day

Ryan Gosling to Film in Detroit: How Do Film Tax Credits Impact Michigan?

Hollywood A-lister Ryan Gosling is back in Detroit to film "How to Catch a Monster." Gosling is seeking local toddler talent to play "Frankie," a feral child character in the film, says MLive. The superstar director picked Detroit as a location despite backer concerns over the stability of Michigan's film tax credits, says the Detroit Free Press. Thanks to hefty tax incentives, Michigan is fast-becoming the Midwest's movie-making hub. Other films, like Disney's "Oz: The Great and Powerful," which premiered in March, have been heralded as much-needed economic boosts for Michigan. But do film tax credits really benefit the state?  Ryan Gosling to Film in Detroit: How Do Film Tax Credits Impact Michigan?

Best Movies for Earth Day, Environmental Science

Earth Day, formerly called Arbor Day, is celebrated on April 22. In fact the whole month of April is Earth Month. Spring manifesting herself in a big way in April and it's a good time to consider environmentalism, green initiatives, recycling and eco-friendly living. Here are films to explore environmental science concepts of coal, water, renewable energy, sustainable alternative, corporate farming, animal rights, oil, pollution, hydrofracking and green living.  Best Green Ecology Movies for Earth Month

Hands-Down Best Movie for Lent, Easter: Zeffirelli's "Jesus of Nazareth"

Lent is the penitential season is which we prepare our hearts for the resurrection of Jesus at Easter. As Christ journeyed through the desert and was tempted by Satan, we journey in a spiritual way. We practice the spiritual exercises of prayer, fasting and almgiving. There are many helpful devotional books to guide us on our Lenten way of the cross. The Bible is our source of wisdom. But in this digital age many people look to the television as the primary source of information. Children understand TV because it looks real. And reading is difficult for some, especially elderly. So TV can be a good medium for religious devotion, too.  There are several films that provide spiritual guidance: Mel Gibson's "Passion of the Christ","The Greatest Story Ever Told" and "Jesus." But stands ahead of the crowd--Franco Zeffirelli's "Jesus of Nazareth" (1977). It's a must-see for the Lenten and Easter season. Even in it's 36th anniversary, it has an enduring message. It's the definitive portrayal of the Bible stories with acting that must have been divinely inspired. No film has moved me to tears and to spiritual awakening like this one. Best Movie for Lent and Easter: Jesus of Nazareth  Watch it with your family, classroom, Sunday School, youth group, religious ed class or Bible Study group.

Prince Poppycock John Quale Rocks Comic Opera in Gilbert and Sullivan Tradition

I'm nothing if not eclectic in musical tastes. Schizophrenic might be a better word. I can swing Thelonius Monk, to Ralph Stanley to UB40 to Spanish guitar to Bessie Smith to Gilbert and Sullivan. My newest love is Prince Poppycock, the musical phenomenon of John Andrew Quale. Styled on the comic opera of Mozart, the garish decadence of Regency England, the pomp of Louis XIV France and mountains of heaven-bound powdered wigs, Prince Poppycock is everything extravagant.

As Poppycock, Quayle auditioned on America's Got Talent. Sharon Osbourne gave him (her) the diva kiss and ovation.  I don't know if America is ready for this brand of talent (only those steeped in eons of musical theatre  like me, probably are).  Judging by the reception, we may be. Quale is no denim clad folk singer. He's a visual feast for the eyes. In complete Figaro regalia, from pompadour to harlequin maquillade to satin waistcoat to lace mitts to bowed dance slippers, Poppycock looks like he stepped the "Amadeus" Emporer Joseph II court scene. You've got to experience the boy to believe. Poppycock has a following in the LGBTQ community, but I hope those who aren't can step out of their comfort zone and give it a chance. It's a lot of fun. Prince Poppycock-- John Quale Comic Opera Alterego