Movies & TV - Oct. 10, 2009
Metcalf's DVD Screening Room: "An American Werewolf in London"
For a while, "An American Werewolf In London" was the most popular video to rent or buy in the world. That was before DVD's, in the long ago days of videotape, back in the mid-1980s. It is still worth a look for several reasons. First, because it was the film that forced the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to start giving an Academy Award for makeup design. And, it marked a big step for writer/director John Landis.
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Movies & TV - June 5, 2008
Robust movie industry could boost state economy
The filming of "Public Enemies" is an important first step for Film Wisconsin and others dedicated to fostering movies here. But, there is more work to be done.
Tags: film wisconsin, gettin' grown, public enemies, milwaukee international film festival, john landis

Movies & TV - March 14, 2008
Catching up with Karen Allen from "Animal House"
Mark Metcalf met Karen Allen on the way to Oregon, where they were filming "Animal House." He found her "beautiful, radiant and without artifice." He still does.
Tags: karen allen, animal house, mark metcalf, katy, john landis, donald sutherland