Re: [MOPO] You can stop a MAJOR Face/Off injustice!

2012-09-06 Thread Jeff Potokar
Jane Withers was on an 8/22 Face Off and lost miserably to Garland, too (153 to 31). On Sep 6, 2012, at 9:36 AM, Kirby McDaniel wrote: And where is Jane Withers? You should be ashamed ! K. On Sep 6, 2012, at 10:24 AM, Bruce Hershenson wrote: Our latest Face/Off is for the "Greatest chi

Re: [MOPO] Bad taste E-Bay transaction -- any similar experiences

2012-06-26 Thread Jeff Potokar
Henry, One thing to consider, even tho it may be a bit remote, it that the package you sent was delivered but casually left in plain view on a front step. It certainly is easy for these kinds of packages to be carried off, in the middle of the day, when no one is home from work. "Signatur

Re: [MOPO] "Metropolis" Poster's Troubles Featured in the Hollywood Reporter

2012-06-24 Thread Jeff Potokar
Great set of posts on this subject, Dave. Thanks for your insight and offerings. Jeff On Jun 23, 2012, at 10:29 PM, David Kusumoto wrote: * According to my sources, several business news editors in L.A., London and New York - are in the midst of deciding whether they too, will go forwar

Re: [MOPO] David Prowse signature on a Star Wars Birthday Cake poster

2012-06-23 Thread Jeff Potokar
Jeff IMO, dont go with the sig on the poster. I would get a still and have him sign that. His "john hancock" will most likely devalue the poster... unless that isnt something you are concerned with or worried about in the future. Jeff On Jun 22, 2012, at 11:40 AM, Jeffrey Meyer wrote

Re: [MOPO] As The Dracula Lawsuit Turns

2012-06-22 Thread Jeff Potokar
Good luck, Diane. Let's hope the judge looks at the facts that you presented and listens to the voice of logic, reason and common sense. Jeff On Jun 19, 2012, at 7:30 AM, Diane Jeffrey wrote: Hi All - I have been asked to post an update: The Proof Hearing is scheduled for tomorrow. B

[MOPO] RIP Ann Rutherford (1918-2012)

2012-06-12 Thread Jeff Potokar
Who played in the Andy Hardy series and was Carreen O'Hara, Scarlett's youngest sister, in Gone With the Wind. She was 94. http://news.yahoo.com/gone-wind-actress-ann-rutherford- dies-143957178.html Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com __

Re: [MOPO] I re-watched Die Hard the other day (for the first time since 1988)

2012-05-23 Thread Jeff Potokar
What about the 1985, Al Pacino "epic," REVOLUTION? lol It cost $28 million to make, and proved to be a box-office disaster, only grossing $346,761 in the US. On May 23, 2012, at 9:23 AM, Jay Nemeth-Johannes wrote: It may depend on what you define as a Revolutionary War film. I reall

[MOPO] Fwd: [MOPO] Stolen Posters and MP Grading

2012-05-22 Thread Jeff Potokar
Considering that Robert made MOPO aware of this situation back in February, it is great that there was follow up, and a resolution shown, no matter how that occurred. Robert, where did you end up finding them? Had they gotten mixed in with some other posters? Jeff Begin forwarded mess

Re: [MOPO] Cinevent--Buying Posters

2012-05-19 Thread Jeff Potokar
Good luck on picking up some great collections, Jim! Jeff On May 19, 2012, at 5:09 AM, James Gresham wrote: Well, about a week ago Richard mentioned that he will be a buyer at Cinevent. We gave him our usual slew of sarcastic remarks. So, at the risk of being attacked, I wanted to mentio

Re: [MOPO] SPRING 2012 MINI/MAJOR auction is now live & we have our best (and easiest to obtain) bonuses ever

2012-04-24 Thread Jeff Potokar
Interesting idea. But if this rumor/legend was true, why would the EAST OF EDEN title have been left uncovered on the posters, with only the part which speaks of Dean in the present tense, be printed over? The title is still right there to remind anyone who saw it, about EDEN. It seems tha

Re: [MOPO] This strikes me as unusual

2012-04-22 Thread Jeff Potokar
I found this on his ebay page, when i clicked on his user name: This Store seller is currently away. Please add this Store to your Favorites and come again. Any problems or concerns will be addressed immediately upon my return on 4/24. Thank you. On Apr 22, 2012, at 6:37 AM, Bruce Her

Re: [MOPO] Anthony Hopkins IS Alfred Hitchcock

2012-04-19 Thread Jeff Potokar
EXCELLENT makeup job! Jeff On Apr 19, 2012, at 2:21 PM, Posteropolis wrote: And here's what he looks like: http://badassdigest.com/2012/04/19/anthony-hopkins-in-a-fat-suit- for-hitchcock/ Dave Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com

Re: [MOPO] Jonathan Frid 1924-2012

2012-04-19 Thread Jeff Potokar
Couldn't agree with you more, Irv, if the trailer is any indication (which it probably is). On Apr 19, 2012, at 12:51 PM, Irvin J. Gelb wrote: Sad! He probably dropped dead when he saw a preview of the new film which looks like a joke. I was a huge fan of the original and it means a lo

Re: [MOPO] KERRY HAGGARD WAS SENTENCED TODAY!

2012-04-10 Thread Jeff Potokar
Another online article, from the Athens Banner-Herald: http://onlineathens.com/breaking-news/2012-04-10/commerce-man- sentenced-forging-horror-movie-posters On Apr 10, 2012, at 8:30 AM, walter reuben wrote: The New York Post article makes official, in print, what we all have been "pos

Re: [MOPO] KERRY HAGGARD WAS SENTENCED TODAY!

2012-04-09 Thread Jeff Potokar
Jim, Congratulations to you, Glenn, Sean, the FBI and everyone who fought hard to get this perp behind bars. This is a great news and a fantastic day for you all and the hobby in general. Jeff On Apr 9, 2012, at 6:22 PM, James Gresham wrote: After three long years I am happy to say

Re: [MOPO] LASER DISCS

2012-03-12 Thread Jeff Potokar
I have a smaller collection, and have sold a few of the Universal horror titles in the last couple of years. After reading this thread, I pulled out my copy of Chaney's PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, that i received as an Xmas gift, years ago. On the packaging, it states that the 4 disc set has both

[MOPO] Robert Temple Ayres, 'Bonanza' illustrator, dies

2012-03-09 Thread Jeff Potokar
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Re: [MOPO] movie posters lost in fire video link

2012-02-29 Thread Jeff Potokar
From the news reports, it sounds like other businesses and buildings in the immediate vicinity or adjacent were also damaged or lost. One guy interviewed said his company / building/equipment were also consumed by this fire. He suffered a total loss as well. Jeff On Feb 29, 2012, at

Re: [MOPO] movie posters lost in fire

2012-02-29 Thread Jeff Potokar
Brek, Sorry for your poster/collectible lossES but I have to ask (as Im sure others will): Why didnt you have renters or collectibles insurance? On Feb 29, 2012, at 8:02 AM, Brek Anderson wrote: Since I didn't have insurance, my only hope is a lawsuit against the building liability si

Re: [MOPO] Our 17th Birthday!

2012-02-24 Thread Jeff Potokar
Congrats, Scott. Well done! Jeff On Feb 24, 2012, at 10:08 AM, Scott Burns wrote: I can’t let the day pass without mentioning another MoPo milestone…. Birthday Number 17! On February 24, 1995 the first MoPo post was distributed via American University’s listserv. For a few weeks prior

Re: [MOPO] Fwd: [MOPO] paying for autographs

2012-02-20 Thread Jeff Potokar
Neil, Im sure Joan would LOVE being referred to as one of the De Havilland sisters. better be careful..she will come after you with that sharpie poised just so. LOL Jeff On Feb 20, 2012, at 4:28 PM, Neil Jaworski wrote: I totally agree, I don't know quite what a Gloria Swanson sign

Re: [MOPO] You want hair, marry a monkey.

2012-02-16 Thread Jeff Potokar
[about Yente, the matchmaker] Tzeitel: "But Mama, the men she finds. The last one was so old and he was bald. He had no hair." Golda: "A poor girl without a dowry can't be so particular. You want hair, marry a monkey." On Feb 16, 2012, at 9:54 AM, lovenoir2 wrote: What is any of th

Re: [MOPO] Whitney Houston has passed away

2012-02-11 Thread Jeff Potokar
That is tragic, tho like Bruce said, not a complete shock. I was hoping that, in the least, she would overcome.. but her voice had already become so ravaged from all the abuse. And on the eve of the Grammys, too. On Feb 11, 2012, at 5:22 PM, Bruce Hershenson wrote: Whitney Houston has pa

Re: [MOPO] A Word of Caution to EBAY Sellers here -- Our Insane Greek Buyer is Back!

2012-02-11 Thread Jeff Potokar
I wonder if you will also receive a similar "be gentle with me" email, too, John. Good luck. Jeff On Feb 11, 2012, at 4:09 PM, JOHN REID Vintage Movie Memorabilia wrote: I am also waiting for payment from this guy for 7 posters. I guess it doesnt look like I'm going to get paid. - O

Re: [MOPO] The Three Stooges, horror AND 3-D all in one poster, and only $197? Nyuck!

2012-02-08 Thread Jeff Potokar
john. I found this offering from tloceposters -- yikes! http://www.ebay.com/itm/LOCO-BOY-M-GOOD-MOVIE-POSTER-42-CURLY-LINEN-3- STOOGES-/370575963499?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item56480c756b only a cool $40K!! On Feb 8, 2012, at 1:41 PM, John Waldman wrote: Grey, That 3 Little Beers i

[MOPO] FRANKENSTEIN 1951 REALART INSERT

2012-02-08 Thread Jeff Potokar
Heritage sold a copy of the '51 insert in July, 2006 (appears to be the only time, too) for $8625.00, inc the BP. Jeff On Feb 8, 2012, at 12:09 PM, Dario Casadei wrote: Ooo"boy, Nice stuff! Especially the Insert. How you all feel abot the price on the Insert? Very curious! I think it's

Re: [MOPO] Helmut...please contact me

2012-01-27 Thread Jeff Potokar
rick, his address is texasmu...@web.de jeff On Jan 27, 2012, at 6:21 PM, rixpost...@aol.com wrote: Hi, Was wondering if anyone has Helmut's email address. We sent messages back and forth a couple of weeks ago, but I can't find it anywhere. Any assistance would be greatly apprecia

Re: [MOPO] Gene Autry Poster -- a 1/2 sheet

2012-01-18 Thread Jeff Potokar
And for those that cant get enough: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Gene-Autry-trailing-rustlers-Rootin-Tootin- Rhythm-1937-Smiley-Burnette-/330667672136? pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4cfd544248 On Jan 18, 2012, at 10:44 AM, Phillip W. Ayling wrote: Before contacting seller regarding item ht

Re: [MOPO] Problem eBay Bidder

2011-12-03 Thread Jeff Potokar
hi lumi. now that you mention this, i remember that "rule" being put into place by ebay, a while back. So the only recourse is to give a positive mark, then lambast them in the comments box. That is NOT good, for anyone who might simply look at someone's overall score, at a glance, and no

Re: [MOPO] Problem eBay Bidder

2011-12-03 Thread Jeff Potokar
What is also very curious. i just looked at this proficient911's feedback.. he has 100% positive feedback, for the last 12 months..but thats not the strange part. There is one seller (ebay ID tomvuyo0), that he bought from who left feedback, saying that he never paid for 37 posters, is a

Re: [MOPO] Check out The Birds Alfred Hitchcock Poster 1963 | eBay

2011-11-29 Thread Jeff Potokar
And the fine print also says: "This is a 10"x15" U.S. one sheet MOVIE POSTER number 63/89 issued by the Universal studios and meant for theatrical display. This poster is ready for framing." On Nov 29, 2011, at 8:08 PM, Tom A. Pennock wrote: The Birds Alfred Hitchcock Poster 1963 | eB

Re: [MOPO] Finally got super-screwed by EBAY, need advice re. attacking them

2011-09-30 Thread Jeff Potokar
Even though the seller does not say it is a US original, the fact that he has an image of the US OS on the auction page should be enough to satisfy Ebay's "Item Not as Described" reason to offer steve a refund. Steve, you should be sure you save the ad with the seller's image of the US OS

Re: [MOPO] WOODSTOCK Style C Results

2011-09-22 Thread Jeff Potokar
Thanks for posting the results, Todd. Great work. Jeff On Sep 22, 2011, at 12:15 PM, Todd Spoor wrote: Hello MOPO, The results from the Forensic testing is in. The Woodstock style C NOT real!!! You called it from the beginning Bruce! I want to thank the 5 Dealers/Collectors that sent in

Re: [MOPO] FORGERY SCAM ALERT‏

2011-09-08 Thread Jeff Potokar
Dan, Thanks for the info. You solved that mystery as to the origin of these promotional / gift cards, that you have shown are available from the Forge Theater for purchase. best. Jeff On Sep 8, 2011, at 6:03 PM, Dan Hamilton wrote: Hi ,everyone! i have been a long time lurker around t

Re: [MOPO] THE MARX BROTHERS "Original" DUCK SOUP--A ROLLED 1933 1-SHEET IN MINT COND

2011-09-07 Thread Jeff Potokar
I just clicked on the ebay link and the poster has been removed. "This listing (250884195468) has been removed, or this item is not available." On Sep 7, 2011, at 3:13 AM, rixpost...@aol.com wrote: Here's a perfect example where too many movie poster collectors (and dealers) on eBa

Re: [MOPO] Joe

2011-09-04 Thread Jeff Potokar
Diane. Sorry to hear about his passing. best. Jeff On Sep 4, 2011, at 10:30 AM, Diane Jeffrey wrote: Hi All - Joe Hernandez passed away last evening. I certainly know there are very mixed feelings about him, but felt it was worth reporting. Also, it is hard to believe, but I know so

Re: [MOPO] QUESTION FOR OUR MORE INTREPID MEMBERS

2011-08-29 Thread Jeff Potokar
There is a good chance too, that the caricature poster was created by someone in the art department assigned to the film, at the studio. If that were the case, the name of the individual may never be known. On Aug 29, 2011, at 5:06 PM, Kirby McDaniel wrote: The image is seen at the top

Re: [MOPO] Gilda dress

2011-07-10 Thread Jeff Potokar
Another, additional, "fun fact:" To be able to wear the dress, Hayworth had to wear a corset, because just a few months before she had given birth to her daughter, Rebecca, and had not yet regained her pre-pregnancy figure. In addition to the dress, Jean Louis made a harness, worn under the

[MOPO] OT- Some Reynolds Auction Numbers

2011-06-19 Thread Jeff Potokar
Simply astounding: Lot #2: Rudolph Valentino “Juan Gallardo” signature “Suit of Lights” matador outfit by Travis Banton: $258,300.00 Lot #110: Judy Garland “Dorothy Gale” blue cotton test dress from The Wizard of Oz: $1,119,300.00 Lot #111: Judy Garland “Dorothy Gale” Arabian-pattern tes

Re: [MOPO] Heard On BBC Radio Yesterday: Dwight Cleveland Selling Collection

2011-06-08 Thread Jeff Potokar
Claude. His top 12 and stated values: King Kong (1933) Swedish50,000 Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) US 1-S on Linen20,000 Horse Feathers (1932) US 3-S15,000 Razor’s Edge, The (1946) US 1-S Style B on Linen15,000 Stormy Weather (1943)(F) US 1-S 12,500 Beau Geste (193

Re: [MOPO] FS: selling June 2011 Profile in History Catalogue & other posters/catalogues

2011-06-02 Thread Jeff Potokar
I agree with you 100% Franc. While Hollywood has gotten better in recent years and cleaned itself up, when i walk there and see the (still) empty real estate that could have been (be) used for something like this, it really breaks my heart. Grauman's Chinese Theatre sold recently, too, to

Re: [MOPO] FS: selling June 2011 Profile in History Catalogue & other posters/catalogues

2011-06-02 Thread Jeff Potokar
I also find it fascinating (and disappointing) that Debbie Reynolds NEVER was able to find solid investors, especially in the Hollywood community, to help keep this amazing collection under one roof, in a museum-like setting. It has to be devastating, in a sense, for her, that, after the de

[MOPO] OT- Kutcher on CBS

2011-05-13 Thread Jeff Potokar
Replacing Sheen next season. Maybe Demi will make an appearance.. ;) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110513/ap_on_en_tv/ us_tv_two_and_half_men_kutcher Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___

Re: [MOPO] FA: Heritage has another great selection of Rare & Unique Posters & Lobby Cards - Ending Tonight!

2011-05-08 Thread Jeff Potokar
Which ones? I don't see any 5-6 yr old girls in any of the set. On May 8, 2011, at 2:38 PM, Bruce Hershenson wrote: I don't see the Duke anywhere, but isn't that an incredibly young Marilyn Monroe in a couple of the cards? On Sun, May 8, 2011 at 1:59 PM, Carteron, Bruce - 1551 wrote:

Re: [MOPO] ED AND SUE POOLE

2011-05-06 Thread Jeff Potokar
And on top of all that, they are genuinely nice people who are willing to talk on the phone and answer emails, pertaining to any poster related issue. Jeff On May 6, 2011, at 6:15 PM, Smith, Grey - 1367 wrote: I agree, Kirby, that the site is an invaluable help to all of us who work i

Re: [MOPO] Jackie Cooper - child star of the 30s, stage & tv star of the 50s-70s, and Clark Kent's editor in the80s.... Gone at 88.

2011-05-04 Thread Jeff Potokar
And Carla Laemmle, who was in the 1925 version of PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, appeared in these 1930s films. She will be 102 in October!: KING OF JAZZ- 1930 DRACULA- 1931 THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD- 1935 THE ADVENTURES OF FRANK MERRIWELL- 1936 ON YOUR TOES- 1939 On May 4, 2011, at 6:33 PM, Joh

Re: [MOPO] Jackie Cooper - child star of the 30s- Gone at 88.

2011-05-04 Thread Jeff Potokar
Robert Blake barely squeezes under the wire, starting his acting career in 1939. On May 4, 2011, at 6:33 PM, John Boswell wrote: 1930's era actors still alive: Olivia de Havilland Joan Fontaine Maureen O'Hara Anne Rutherford Deanna Durbin Dickie Moore Jane Withers Nanette Fabray June Lockh

Re: [MOPO] Any of you experts seen this Frankenstein ad anywhere before?

2011-04-18 Thread Jeff Potokar
THE SPIRIT OF NOTRE DAME opened on October 13, 1931 and is shown on the cover, as though it was just about to be released? (Or may have been released just prior to this publication?) FRANKENSTEIN was released on November 21, 1931, only 5 weeks later, so I would think that FRANKENSTEIN was p

Re: [MOPO] Michael Sarrazin dead at 70

2011-04-18 Thread Jeff Potokar
I have a solid memory of watching him in FRANKENSTEIN: THE TRUE STORY, when i was a kid. The scene in which he slowly tears the head off of Prima (the female creation, played by Jane Seymour), and drops it at the feet of Polidori, was more than just a little intense. ;) Jeff On Apr

Re: [MOPO] Kerry Haggard in the news today

2011-04-05 Thread Jeff Potokar
Per the article that was posted yesterday, I'd like to know, too, who Haggard "recruited" to sell 81 posters and other related materials, on his behalf. Let's hope they revoke his bail, issue a warrant and drag him back to the slammer. Jeff On Apr 5, 2011, at 3:03 PM, James Gresham w

Re: [MOPO] Kerry Haggard in the news today

2011-04-05 Thread Jeff Potokar
Was the faked DRACULA OS returned to Rega? And if so, was it later removed from his possession by authorities or does he still have it, as far as anyone knows? Jeff On Apr 5, 2011, at 12:55 PM, James Gresham wrote: That Dracula poster was an attempted sale, not an actual sale. Fortun

Re: [MOPO] Would you like to know the difference between an ORIGINAL Shining 14x36 Insert and the Bootleg? How about Excalibur?

2011-03-26 Thread Jeff Potokar
Some very nice things up for auction here.. but the $25.00 Economy shipping charge is steep, if you only win or want one item. On Mar 25, 2011, at 10:52 PM, nick darard wrote: Follow the link to buy these inserts so you can compare yourselfcurrently only $0.99 for each set ht

Re: [MOPO] SOLD? THE GREATEST MOVIE POSTER COLLECTION AVAILABLE ANYWHERE

2011-03-10 Thread Jeff Potokar
neil, i emailed him several years ago, asking for a better image (watermark included) of his TRIP TO THE MOON poster. I simply said that, for that kind of asking price, a better image was the least he could provide. (i knew that he was concerned about someone taking the image, if it was a

Re: [MOPO] New Jaws Book

2011-03-10 Thread Jeff Potokar
Thanks, Dave. Well said and very informative. Jeff On Mar 10, 2011, at 1:47 PM, David Kusumoto wrote: And here I thought I was the world's foremost amateur authority on Spielberg's life and career. I'm obviously dropping scores of brain cells every day. While his work on "Amblin," "Nig

Re: [MOPO] OT record price for Spider-Man

2011-03-10 Thread Jeff Potokar
These comments by Stan Lee make me wonder where those lunch delivery people are with all that original Spider-Man art work... Lee said, given the price paid for the issue, "I wish had saved my old Spider-Man books." Back in the early 1960s, there was never any thought of saving extra issu

Re: [MOPO] FS: 1951 Pick Up 1 sheet ... Best bad girl poster!!

2011-03-09 Thread Jeff Potokar
NICE job on that poster, Dario! Jeff On Mar 9, 2011, at 2:46 PM, Dario Casadei wrote: Pretty spiffy shape prior to backing . Minor X fold loss. Poster has seen water and resulted in minor staining. Most have been washed out. Poster is displaying EX/++ with uber minor touch ups and next t

Re: [MOPO] Charlie Chaplin - The Adventurer

2011-03-05 Thread Jeff Potokar
high bid was $3919 and change jeff On Mar 1, 2011, at 5:02 PM, allen day wrote: A guess-timate: 6-8k For certain: a jump > 5k in the last 8 secs ad --- On Tue, 3/1/11, Neil Jaworski wrote: From: Neil Jaworski Subject: [MOPO] Charlie Chaplin - The Adventurer To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.A

Re: [MOPO] OT - Who is this woman?

2011-03-04 Thread Jeff Potokar
methinks Judy Dench.. On Mar 4, 2011, at 2:35 PM, David Kusumoto wrote: A friend sent the image below to me this morning as a test and I was clueless. He would only say the woman was 34 years old when it was taken. Later I guessed correctly but only after he offered this clue - "she onc

Re: [MOPO] (MOPO) (OT) Help needed - IMDb

2011-03-04 Thread Jeff Potokar
It has worked fine on my end. Jeff On Mar 4, 2011, at 6:04 AM, Zeev Drach wrote: I apologize for my ignorance ahead of time. When trying to enter the Internet Movie Database I’m getting a weird, unfamiliar format of TEXT only, without ANY images whatsoever. So far I’ve encountered this o

Re: [MOPO] Charlie Chaplin - The Adventurer

2011-03-01 Thread Jeff Potokar
Neil, The Chaplin Mutuals were sold to Clark Cornelius Corp by Lone Star Film Corp (who produced them), in 1919 for $300,000.00. Here's a timeline I found: A MUTUAL TIMELINE: 1916/17 - THE 12 CHAPLIN MUTUALS ARE PRODUCED BY LONE STAR FILM CORPORATION, AND RELEASED BY MUTUAL FILM CORPORATI

[MOPO] Franco's own words

2011-02-28 Thread Jeff Potokar
In a rather telling comment from Franco himself, in one of Franco's self made videos he posted, just prior to walking out on stage at the start of the Oscars, the sound man asks him, "Just wired you for sound. This is it. Any last words for your fans before you go out?" Franco pauses, and s

Re: [MOPO] Okay I Bailed After 45 Mins

2011-02-27 Thread Jeff Potokar
Dave, im glad that Rick Baker won, too (I did see THE WOLFMAN.. the film was pretty bad, but good makeup/CG effects).. but against the other 2 nominees (whose makeups were not FX or creature based), his win was a no brainer. Id like to know why Valli O'Reilly, who designed the makeup for

Re: [MOPO] MoPo's Sweet 16!

2011-02-24 Thread Jeff Potokar
Congrats on these 16 years, Scott. On Feb 24, 2011, at 2:16 PM, Scott Burns wrote: MoPo celebrates birthday number 16 today. The first MoPo message was distributed via the American University listserv on February 24, 1995...and we've been going strong ever since. In keeping with my ann

Re: [MOPO] three sheets

2011-02-06 Thread Jeff Potokar
I have always preferred stone lithos from that early time period, for the most part. The color, artistry and technique all create for eye catching images and color. Jeff Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___

Re: [MOPO] Bride poster current price

2010-11-11 Thread Jeff Potokar
It doesn't look like the reserve has been met yet, tho ($600K) On Nov 11, 2010, at 12:42 PM, Richard Evans wrote: Yep, it's beaten the record by about $10,000, so far. On 11 Nov 2010, at 20:30, kainb...@aol.com wrote: Did I see correctly last night? Todd's precious is up at 70

Re: [MOPO] Hollywood Treasure - reality show

2010-11-04 Thread Jeff Potokar
The FRANKENSTEIN 6 sheet owned by Stephen Fishler, shown on last night's episode, was amazing to see up close. The stone lithography on the piece is spectacular. jeff On Nov 4, 2010, at 8:05 AM, Susan Heim wrote: Hey Andrea and all, Yes, I watched the show's premiere last week and ta

Re: [MOPO] Hollywood Treasure - reality show

2010-11-04 Thread Jeff Potokar
The FRANKENSTEIN 6 sheet owned by Stephen Fishler, shown on last night's episode, was amazing to see up close. The stone lithography on the piece is spectacular. jeff On Nov 4, 2010, at 8:05 AM, Susan Heim wrote: Hey Andrea and all, Yes, I watched the show's premiere last week and ta

Re: [MOPO] FA LAST CALL FOR ULTRA RARE 1965 YOKO ONO SEXPLOITATION MOVIE POSTER!

2010-10-25 Thread Jeff Potokar
Would that be a sushi lover?? ;) jp On Oct 25, 2010, at 2:13 PM, Freeman Fisher wrote: Actually, Seeing Yoko Ono naked made me the man I am today... fwf On Oct 25, 2010, at 11:14 AM, rixpost...@aol.com wrote: Hi, all, Might not be many Beatles/Yoko collectors among MoPoers---j

Re: [MOPO] FA: MOVIEPOSTERBID.COM LAST FUCKING CALL.. HALLOWEEN, Posters & Lobby cards ENDING IN 2+ Hours. List of 99 cent items BELOW

2010-10-20 Thread Jeff Potokar
Whoever this is that posted this .. it is NOT me and i dont appreciate the insinuation. Thanks. Jeff On Oct 20, 2010, at 12:32 PM, Richard Halegua Comic Art wrote: Hey Jeff you're a fucking asshole Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com _

[MOPO] Tom Bosley has passed @ 83

2010-10-19 Thread Jeff Potokar
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Re: [MOPO] What do you think of American Pickers?

2010-10-10 Thread Jeff Potokar
It should be interesting.. the show will be featuring Profiles in History and Joe Maddalena, following him and his team as he finds and / or obtains the items he eventually puts up for auction. Jeff On Oct 10, 2010, at 11:10 PM, Toochis Morin wrote: There is a new reality show that will

Re: [MOPO] Freeman's "Major-Mini" Auction

2010-08-14 Thread Jeff Potokar
Glenn, No -- but with any bid of 4500.00 or more, you get a free piece of pottery or commemorative mug. Jeff On Aug 14, 2010, at 7:18 PM, Glenn Taranto wrote: Freeman - Anything for 99.99 that I may scoff at? Glenn T. - Original Message - From: Freeman Fisher To: MoPo-L@LIS

Re: [MOPO] ENTER THE VOID - warning

2010-08-14 Thread Jeff Potokar
Time to adjust the dosages again, methinks... :) On Aug 14, 2010, at 12:37 PM, Tom Martin wrote: whew had to change computer modulators, I thought the wrath of the Litigios LittonY Litton had snaked my pipes and gave my computer the worms. so I poured some packets of Hartz su

Re: [MOPO] ENTER THE VOID - warning

2010-08-14 Thread Jeff Potokar
Jeff Potokar wrote: An Imac (or any computer) has "memory glands??" On Aug 14, 2010, at 12:06 PM, Tom Martin wrote: wowthe famous Litton of the litigous Littons has just made my poorlittle Imac computer melt like a Salvador Dali painting.. and fall or possibly drib

Re: [MOPO] ENTER THE VOID - warning

2010-08-14 Thread Jeff Potokar
An Imac (or any computer) has "memory glands??" On Aug 14, 2010, at 12:06 PM, Tom Martin wrote: wowthe famous Litton of the litigous Littons has just made my poorlittle Imac computer melt like a Salvador Dali painting.. and fall or possibly dribble on the Floor I think

Re: [MOPO] Which of these would YOU rather have?

2010-08-13 Thread Jeff Potokar
FREAKS.. hands down.. :) On Aug 13, 2010, at 10:11 AM, Bruce Hershenson wrote: If you could only buy one of these which would you prefer to own (either to keep, or for re-sale)? http://tinyurl.com/3yt77et OR http://tinyurl.com/2wk5oy6 Bruce Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www

Re: [MOPO] Not for Sale: SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS Finnish poster

2010-07-31 Thread Jeff Potokar
It's for all those lovers of stick figure art... ;) On Jul 31, 2010, at 4:43 AM, Neil Jaworski wrote: and who can forget the haunting, innovative Finnish poster for Seven Brides For Seven Brothers? http://www.flickr.com/photos/9979...@n08/4845604243/ i'm accepting offers in the region o

[MOPO] Some Striking Mexican Posters-being restored

2010-06-29 Thread Jeff Potokar
In light of the recent thread, I came across this vid clip on youtube. Some colorful and vivid mexican posters shown being restored. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0yuF4FmURE Jeff Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___

Re: [MOPO] FW: Movie poster magic discovered by workmen in the depths of London's Underground

2010-06-15 Thread Jeff Potokar
Thanks for sharing the link. Reading about finding hidden gems like this, that have been long forgotten, shows what potentially is still "out there," yet to be re- discovered. Jeff On Jun 15, 2010, at 11:14 AM, Dave Rosen wrote: Thanks for posting, Patrick. I love stories like this!

Re: [MOPO] Historic Cinema closes down

2010-06-15 Thread Jeff Potokar
todd-- from the article: In the mid-1970s, cinema giant Hoyts planned to demolish the Regent but was met with fierce opposition when the Save the Regent campaign was launch. A compromise was reached, with the company agreeing to keep the facade, foyer and staircase in return for demolish

Re: [MOPO] Historic Cinema closes down

2010-06-14 Thread Jeff Potokar
What a travesty... for what remains of the facade and front box office area to not be saved and preserved is truly a loss for the city. And that the grand, original auditorium was demolished years ago, and replaced with a 4-plex was the larger loss. Sad. jeff On Jun 14, 2010, at 9:05

Re: [MOPO] Ebay feedback issue

2010-06-14 Thread Jeff Potokar
Hey Nathalie, I had that happen a few months ago, too.. i sold a folded one sheet to a guy.. it was packaged like Fort Knox, in multiple layers of board, taped all the way around. it looked like i was mailing a 14x14 inch record. i sent it so it got there in 2 days, with UPS so it had a

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2010-06-10 Thread Jeff Potokar
The Belgian is also nice too, as Swanson is featured, wearing long, black, elbow length gloves with her hands up around her face. On Jun 10, 2010, at 8:27 PM, Phil Edwards wrote: The Australian daybill for SUNSET BOULEVARD is rather nice. - Original Message - From: Richard Evans T

Re: [MOPO] Shipping question for the experts

2010-06-06 Thread Jeff Potokar
Jun 6, 2010, at 11:09 AM, Franc wrote: And I'll go on record right now and say that Richard absolutely does NOT do that. He just estimated differently. FRANC -Original Message- From: MoPo List [mailto:mop...@listserv.american.edu] On Behalf Of Jeff Potokar Sent: Sunday, June 06,

Re: [MOPO] Shipping question for the experts

2010-06-06 Thread Jeff Potokar
Or it's a way for some people to line their pockets with excessive shipping costs--keeping the extra $$ themselves. this happens all the time. On Jun 6, 2010, at 10:58 AM, Franc wrote: You must use very heavy linen-backing! LOL. FRANC -Original Message- From: MoPo List [mailto:m

Re: [MOPO] RIP - Lena Horne @ 92

2010-05-10 Thread Jeff Potokar
Another loss. I always really liked her voice and overall talent. She was a beautiful lady. Jeff On May 9, 2010, at 11:33 PM, Glenn Taranto wrote: Very sad to hear this... I saw her on Broadway. She was a great talent to say the very least... http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/37056196/ns/

Re: [MOPO] Zaat on TCM

2010-05-07 Thread Jeff Potokar
Am trying to watch some of this.. its really awful.. It's certainly not worthy of even being called "cult." Those films, even when bad, at least have a following. I doubt this does.. It's nothing more than extreme low budget, poorly acted schlock... lol Jeff On May 7, 2010, at 10:45 AM,

Re: [MOPO] Bad news ebay buyer alert

2010-05-06 Thread Jeff Potokar
I bet not. Jeff On May 6, 2010, at 1:49 PM, Phil Edwards wrote: This is a joke post, surely? Phil - Original Message - From: Michael B To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU Sent: Friday, May 07, 2010 12:10 AM Subject: Re: [MOPO] Bad news ebay buyer alert i ended an auction early 2 we

Re: [MOPO] Bad news ebay buyer alert

2010-05-06 Thread Jeff Potokar
kerry, your 2 separate comments about 2 different sellers was easy to understand. there certainly wasnt any criss-crossing of wires, at least on your end. jeff On May 6, 2010, at 11:20 AM, lovenoir2 wrote: You ended an auction and PULLED it early because YOU made a mistake on shippi

Re: [MOPO] invisible man one sheet on ebay????????

2010-05-05 Thread Jeff Potokar
here's the Heritage page: it did not sell in the auction itself-- so maybe an after auction purchase? http://movieposters.ha.com/common/view_item.php? Sale_No=7014&Lot_No=89255 jeff On May 5, 2010, at 2:46 PM, Claude Litton wrote: Has anyone seen the Invisible Man on ebay at $2.25 sta

Re: [MOPO] address

2010-05-03 Thread Jeff Potokar
s...@columbus.rr.com On May 3, 2010, at 4:21 PM, Alan Heimann wrote: what is scott burns e-mail address ? Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___ How to UNSUBSCRIBE from the MoPo Mailing List Send a message ad

Re: [MOPO] Deposition transcripts

2010-05-02 Thread Jeff Potokar
So, if these are not part of the public record, by what right or method was LAMP then allowed to publish these on their site? Paying members or not, those that had access to the paid part of the LAMP site are still "the public" with no right to read this private material, from what seems to

Re: [MOPO] Houidini Poster from 1919

2010-04-30 Thread Jeff Potokar
That's a really nice French poster. It contains great color and a it has a good rendition of Houdini, too. Jeff On Apr 30, 2010, at 2:21 PM, Todd Spoor wrote: Mopo, Here's an interesting poster for sale this weekend at a poster auction in New York. Could this be one of the first images

[MOPO] As One Observer Put It

2010-04-29 Thread Jeff Potokar
With regard to the Haggard situation: Monster says, "Love dead! Hate Frauds!" Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___ How to UNSUBSCRIBE from the MoPo Mailing List

[MOPO] Kerry Haggard-today's article

2010-04-29 Thread Jeff Potokar
i found this today, after a quick search: http://mediadecoder.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/04/28/georgia-man-arrested- in-sale-of-fake-movie-posters/?src=busln On Apr 28, 2010, at 7:10 PM, Todd Feiertag wrote: I just googled Kerry Haggard Arrested and there are pages of articles. It's all o

Re: [MOPO] Kerry Haggard

2010-04-28 Thread Jeff Potokar
Thanks for posting this link, Todd; very informative. Jeff On Apr 28, 2010, at 7:10 PM, Todd Feiertag wrote: I just googled Kerry Haggard Arrested and there are pages of articles. It's all over the place. Here's one with a photo and more indepth info: http://216.116.224.179/stories/042

Re: [MOPO] MEANEST VILLAINS

2010-04-26 Thread Jeff Potokar
Right Irv. Crawford as Blanche was more the victim in that film.. someone that could hardly be called a villain. Her bad karma is what put her in the chair, as we know. Davis as Baby Jane Hudson was the jealous one driven to villainy -- all for something she actually never did. Jeff

Re: [MOPO] MEANEST VILLAINS

2010-04-26 Thread Jeff Potokar
IS IT SAFE? ;) On Apr 26, 2010, at 1:13 PM, Neil Jaworski wrote: a big shout-out to Laurence Olivier in Marathon Man. --- On Mon, 26/4/10, Richard Halegua Comic Art ART.COM> wrote: From: Richard Halegua Comic Art Subject: Re: [MOPO] MEANEST VILLAINS To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU Date:

Re: [MOPO] MEANEST VILLAINS

2010-04-26 Thread Jeff Potokar
Even tho this was a TV film, the character of Hattie Dorsett, played by Martine Bartlett (as the mother in SYBIL), was terrifying and a monster, with her button hooks and all! On Apr 26, 2010, at 12:49 PM, The Principal Archivist wrote: Frank (Henry Fonda) in Once Upon a Time in the West

Re: [MOPO] OT: Hoarding: How Collecting Stuff Can Destroy Your Life

2010-04-26 Thread Jeff Potokar
The A&E and TLC shows (HOARDERS and HOARDERS: BURIED ALIVE), which both deal with hoarders is fascinating. To watch and listen to people and their connections, to what is often times, literal trash, is another view into the human psyche. Jeff On Apr 26, 2010, at 6:13 AM, Bruce Hershen

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