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*'''FOOT, Geoffrey''' - 5/19/1915, Putney, London, England, U.K. - 9/9/2010, London, England, U.K. | |||
British film editor who worked with such greats as David Lean, Walt Disney, studios such as Hammer and Ealing passed away on September 9, 2010 but his obituary was just published October 25. Foot worked on two Euro-westerns during his legendary career: "The Desperados" (1969) starring Jack Palance and Vince Edwards and "Man in the Wilderness" (1971) with Richard Harris and John Huston. | |||
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This page is our personal hall of fame. A reminder to us all that even though considered a B-genre, Spaghetti Westerns were full of great characters, played by great people. Many have passed away, and while we are young growing up re-watching all these classics, many more will probably leave us. May they be remembered. What follows, is a work-in-progress, a growing list of legends who have passed away...
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British film editor who worked with such greats as David Lean, Walt Disney, studios such as Hammer and Ealing passed away on September 9, 2010 but his obituary was just published October 25. Foot worked on two Euro-westerns during his legendary career: "The Desperados" (1969) starring Jack Palance and Vince Edwards and "Man in the Wilderness" (1971) with Richard Harris and John Huston.
British cinematographer Robert Paynter who worked with such director John Landis and Michael Winner died on Ocotber 10, 2010. Paynter entered film at the age of 15 as a camera trainee with the Government Film Department. Paynter worked with director John Landis on five films: An American Werewolf in London, Trading Places, Thriller, Into the Night and Spies Like Us. Paynter helped to create a "pop" comic book-style of American Werewolf, Thriller and Into the Night.[1] He also made a cameo in three Landis' productions: Into the Night (as Security Guard), Spies like Us (as Dr. Gill) and Burke and Hare. Michael Winner collaborated on 10 films with Paynter (from 1969 to 1984), including: The Big Sleep (1978) and Scream for Help (1984). Among the films were two Eurowesterns Lawman (1971) and Chato's Land (1972).
American actor Tom Bosley died from lung cancer at his Palm Springs, California home today October 18. He was 83. Bosley was born Thomas Edward Bosley on Ocotber 1, 1927 in Chicago, Illinois. He began his acting career on the stage in Chicago and then moved to New York City where he won a Tony for his performance in the 1959 musical "Fiorello!" about the former New York City Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia. He then was seen in TV films and series before becoming a star as Howard Cunningham on the hit TV series "Happy Days" (1974-1984). He would later become a co-star with Angela Lansbury on the TV series "Murder She Wrote" (1984-1988) and starring in "The Father Dowling Mysteries" (1987-1991). Bosely appeared in one Euro-western "Bang Bang Kid" (1967) as Merriweather P. Newberry and his robot.
Italian author and screenwriter Francesco Scardamaglia died in Rome on October 17, 2010. He was one of Italy’s most successful writers of historical fiction. Francesco was the son of producer, Elio Scardamaglia [1920- ] and was born in Varese, Italy on February 23, 1945. Francesco started in films writing the screenplay for peplums. Then in 1968 he wrote three Euro-western screenplays: “The Moment to Kill” with George Hilton and Walter Barnes, “The Wild and the Dirty” (aka “Johnny Hamlet”) with Chip Corman and Gilbert Roland which was followed by “Kill Them All and Return Alone” with Chuck Connors. He’s also remembered for a series of stories written for Bud Spencer and Terence Hill films. In the later years he turned to television writing teleplays.
Actor Angelo Infante died today in a Tivoli hospital as the result of a heart attack. He was 71. Infante appeared in four Euro-westerns including, $4.00 for Vengeance", "Ballad of a Pistolero", "A Man Called Sledge" and "Judge Roy Bean."
Actor Nils Hallberg has died after a brief illness. Hallberg appeared, during his nearly 60-year career, in 105 films and about forty plays. Hallberg was 89 years. Nils breakthrough came when he was a 13-year-old and starred in the film "Donald Anderson Skans" in 1934. Through the years he appeared as Tim in "Hemsöborna" in 1955 and Tom in Arne Mattsson's "Love's bread" in 1953. Hallberg left films during the ‘70s and then worked in the theater. He passed away peacefully with family around him. It was quiet and nice, "said his son, the comedian Messiah Hallberg. He is survived by wife, three children and four grandchildren. Nils Hallberg appeared as the barber in the 1964 Euro-western “Wild West Story”.
Spanish actor Manuel Alexandre, who appeared in over 300 movies in secondary roles in a career spanning over seven decades, died of cancer Tuesday at a Madrid hospital, his family said. He was 92. Regarded as one of the last representatives of a golden age in Spanish cinema, he appeared in many famous comedies including "Bienvenido, Mr. Marshall" ("Welcome Mr. Marshall") in 1953 and "Amanece, Que no es poco" ("Dawn Breaks, Which Is A Lot") in 1988. He also made a name for himself in theatre and television. His last major role was in the 2008 television mini-series "20-N" where he played Francisco Franco during the right-wing dictator's last days. "I think that in this profession luck is decisive. It also plays a role in other areas of life," Alexandre said in an interview he granted in 2007. The actor never married or had children. A wake will be held for him on Wednesday at Madrid's Teatro Espanol before he is cremated at the Spanish capital's Almudena cemetery. Manuel Alexandre appeared in four Euro-westeerns: "Zorro the Avenger" (1962), "A Few Bullets More" (1967), "Trinity Sees Red" (1970), "Return of El Coyote" (1998).
Screenwriter William Wallace Norton died on October 1, 2010 of a heart attack in Santa Barbara, California. Wallace was born on September 9, 1924 into a family of Mormon pioneers in Ogden, Utah. He was a life-long writer and political activist. After serving in combat during World War II, he worked in construction and was a State Park ranger in California. His early writings were for the small literary magazines such as California Quarterly, as well as plays for little theater in Los Angeles during the 1950s and 60s. His membership in the Communist Party and participation in the early progressive political movements of the 50's resulted in being called before the House Un-American Activities Committee. Norton's film writing career began with the Burt Lancaster movie "The Scalphunters". His screenwriting continued through the 70s and 80s, along with active involvement in Central American liberation theology movements. Focusing his concerns for peace and justice towards the struggles in Northern Ireland in the 80s, both Bill and his wife Eleanor were arrested for attempting to contribute arms to this cause. They spent two years in a French prison, and a year of refuge in Nicaragua and in Cuba. They returned to Los Angeles in the early ‘90s, where they both continued to write. Wallace was the screenwriter for such films as “McQ” starring John Wayne, “Sam Whiskey”, “Gator” and White Lightning” all starring Burt Reynolds, “Big Bad Mama” starring Angie Dickinson and several episodes of the “The Big Valley” TV series. Wallace also was a co-writer on the Euro-western “The Hunting Party” (1971) starring Oliver Reed and Gene Hackman.
British director Roy Ward Baker died on Tuesday, October 5th. Born in London on December 19, 1916. His best known film is “A Night to Remember” which won a Golden Globe for best foreign English language film in 1959. His later career was varied, and included many horror films and television shows. Roy Ward Baker directed one Euro-western “The Singer Not the Song (1961).
Funeral services were pending today for writer/producer Stephen J. Cannell, the man behind iconic television series such as "The Rockford Files' and "The A-Team.' Cannell died Thursday night September 30th, 2010 at his home in Pasadena from complications of melanoma, according to his family. He was 69. "Aside from being a legendary television producer and prolific writer, Stephen was also a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and a loyal friend,' according to a family statement." Mr. Cannell is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 46 years, Marcia, their three children, Tawnia, Chelsea and Cody, and three grandchildren.Stephen was the pillar of strength within his family and he touched everyone he met. He will be most deeply missed.' Cannell, who suffered from dyslexia most of his life, wrote hundreds of episodes of dozens of television shows, beginning with "Ironside,' "Columbo' and "Adam-12' in the early 1970s. But he became a force in Hollywood after creating the character of Jim Rockford while writing for a series called "Toma.' "The Rockford Files,' starring James Garner, ran for 122 episodes. He also created and wrote memorable series including "Baretta,' "The Greatest American Hero,' "Hardcastle and McCormick,' "21 Jump Street,' "The A-Team' and "Wiseguy.' Stephen J. Cannell appeare in one Euro-western as Jimmy Love in 1993's "Posse" with Mario Van Peebles.
Vincenzo Crocitti, a comedic actor in many Italian films died September 29, 2010 in Rome after being ill for some time. He was 61. Born in Rome on July 16, 1949, Vincenzo played likable characters and with his pronounced nose and a smile on his face is well remembered for his many roles such as the young son of Alberto Sordi in “Un borghese piccolo piccolo”. Crocitti debut as a film comedian but in the '90s turned to television where he became well know in his role as Dr. Mariano on the TV series “Un medico in famiglia” and made several appearances on the Terence Hill series “Don Mateo”. Vincenzo made one Euro-western appearing as the deafman in the 1970 Mario Bava directed film “Roy Colt and Winchester Jack” starring Brett Halsey and Charles Southwood. |
