Tales of the Unexpected – “Edward the Conqueror”

Tales of the Unexpected – “Edward the Conqueror”

Review by Mark MurtonBehind the Scenes by Linda Kay Original Air Date: May 5, 1979 Directed by: Rodney Bennett Cat Out of the Bag Alert! This review contains spoilers for this episode! Synopsis: A musically appreciative stray cat comes between elderly husband Edward (Joseph Cotton) and his wife Louisa (Wendy Hiller). Featured Feline: As Edward […]

Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter (1968)

Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter (1968)

Directed by: Saul Swimmer Synopsis: A group of Manchester lads travel to London to race a greyhound named Mrs. Brown in a big race in this showcase for Herman’s Hermits. Cat Burglar (Scene Stealer): At the very end of the final credits a shot of Judy (Sarah Caldwell) modeling is included. The camera pans down […]

The Revealing Eye (1960)

The Revealing Eye (1960)

Synopsis: A compilation of fascinating films showcasing slow motion, microscopic and telescopic photography, time-lapse and other methods used to expose what it normally impossible to see, brought to you by the Shell Oil Company! Kitty Cameos: A couple of early experiments in capturing motion through a series of photographs using cats is showcased at the […]

Seventh Heaven (1937)

Seventh Heaven (1937)

Directed by: Henry King Cat Out of the Bag Alert! This review contains some spoilers for this film! Synopsis: Parisian sewer worker Chico (James Stewart) reluctantly rescues an abused prostitute named Diane (Simone Simon) and gives her shelter in his attic flat, slowly realizing over time that he is falling in love with her. Cat […]

Casanova’s Big Night (1954)

Casanova’s Big Night (1954)

by Ted Davis Directed by: Norman Z. McLeod Cat Out of the Bag Alert! This review contains some spoilers for this film! Synopsis: In the Italy of 1757, Casanova (Vincent Price) is regarded as the greatest swordsman in all of Europe, and Pippo Popolino (Bob Hope), cowardly tailor’s apprentice, impersonates Casanova as part of a […]

The Cars That Ate Paris (1974)

The Cars That Ate Paris (1974)

Directed by: Peter Weir Synopsis: People unfortunate enough to drive through the tiny town of Paris, Australia, meet with questionable automobile accidents. Purr Blur: One such victim is Arthur (Terry Camilleri) who ends up in the Paris hospital. He is then given a psychological test by Dr. Midland (Kevin Miles) who shows him a series […]

Wetherby (1985)

Wetherby (1985)

by Mark Murton Directed by: David Hare Cat Out of the Bag Alert! This review contains some spoilers for this film! Synopsis: The shocking death of a young man at the home of schoolteacher Jean Travers (Vanessa Redgrave) causes her to revisit her past passions. Cat Burglar (Scene Stealer): The day after the brutal event […]

Jeeves and Wooster – “Jeeves Saves the Cow-Creamer”

Jeeves and Wooster – “Jeeves Saves the Cow-Creamer”

by Ted Davis Episode Also Known As: The Silver Jug Original Air Date: April 14, 1991 Directed by: Simon Langton Cat Out of the Bag Alert! This review contains spoilers for this episode! Synopsis: Once again, good-natured Bertie Wooster (Hugh Laurie) is set upon by one of his numerous relatives, in this instance his not […]

Hocus Pocus 2 (2022)

Hocus Pocus 2 (2022)

Directed by: Anne Fletcher Cat Out of the Bag Alert! This review contains some spoilers for this film! Synopsis: The Sanderson Sisters, Winifred (Bette Midler), Mary (Kathy Najimy) and Sarah (Sarah Jessica Parker) are accidentally summoned by two teenage girls, Becca (Whitney Peak) and Izzy (Belissa Escobedo), who must think of a way to stop […]

Kool Thing (1990)

Kool Thing (1990)

Music Artist: Sonic Youth Directed by: Tamra Davis Synopsis: A music video for the Sonic Youth song featuring a very cool black cat. Cat Burglar (Scene Stealer): Band member Kim Gordon pets a beautiful black cat in many scenes throughout the video. The song includes the lyric “Kool Thing sittin’ with a kitty, Now you […]