Palm Springs Cultural Center/Michael Childers Segment – May 28, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – Palm Springs Cultural Center/Michael Childers Segment
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PALM SPRINGS CULTURAL CENTER/MICHAEL CHILDERS w/ Dave Karger re; iconic host of TCM.
– INTRO; Dave Karger is known on TCM for his expertise in classic films, especially musicals. He has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry thru interviews, hosting and insightful commentary.
– DISCUSSION of his co-hosts; Ben Mankiewicz, Jacqueline Stewart; Eddie Muller; and Alicia Malone. They all realize how SPECIAL TCM is in the fabric of our lives.
– DISCUSSION of his career and education, i.e. Duke, the Today Show, magazine writing, tv reporting, etc.
– REPORT on his journey and history w/ TCM.
– HOLD THE DATE:
1. SAT., MAY 25 – Michael Childers hosted/presented the 50th anniversary screening of “The Day of the Locust” @ the Historic Camelot Theatre on Baristo w/ moderator Dave Karger. www.pscultrualcenter.org. VIP reception @ 5:30. $30.
– REPORT that this film turns “dark”. Ahead of it’s time.
– This John Schlesinger directed movie is not shown that much. This is a new print on the big screen. Also present will be: Peter Bart, William Atherton & Pepe Serna.
– DISCUSSION of what Dave thinks of movies today.
– (contact info: www.palmspringsculturalcenter.org).