Marlo Thomas Who’s That Woman? by Deborah Wagner Once upon a time, in classic TV land, every week someone would look at a young, independent, happening sixties woman, point at her and refer to her as being “That girl!” The character of Ann Marie on the series That Girl was the first “modern” American woman … Continue reading
Frankie J Price of Fame by Abraham Kuranga With a voice like rich caramel and a demeanor that sweeps you off your feet, Frankie J is no stranger to the spotlight. A veteran of sorts to the music industry, Frankie J feels though, that he’s just getting his feet wet. “Coming out, I’ve been called … Continue reading
That Girl Season One (1966-1967) (Shout! Factory-2006) Like one of Marlo Thomas’ minidresses, That Girl perkily sashayed into TV history as a feminist-era earthshaker. It gladly took credit for bravely paving the way for the likes of The Mary Tyler Moore Show and even – according to this DVD’s liner notes – Murphy Brown and Ally McBeal. We could argue and … Continue reading
Barney Miller The First Season – 1975 (Columbia Tri-Star-2004) In 1975, New York City was on the verge of financial and moral ruin. Criminals ran rampant in the streets and terrorized the weary riders of the graffiti-drenched subways. Times Square was bursting with X-rated peep shows and drug-addicted hustlers. The city’s plea for Federal help resulted … Continue reading
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