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10.14.2010

Hinterland's Who's Who


I grew up listening to Hinterland's Who's Who on CBC television.  These nature viginettes were spellbinding to me, because they were focused and short.  Ahead of their time, really.  The haunting theme1 immediately catches your attention, and you never forget it.


1 - The original Hinterland Who's Who music is called "Flute Poem" and was composed by John Cacavas

7.19.2007

Strong to the Finish

An amazing DVD set is coming out honoring the greatest cartoon character ever (in my humble opinion) - Popeye!

I spent many afternoons glued to the TV watching old Popeye shorts in reruns on a local independent TV station with my Dad. If only Dad were here to watch these restored to all their glory...