Superman (1948)

He’s one fly guy! Despite some questionable and rather cheap special effects, 1948’s Superman is a very enjoyable serial. It starts with the story of Kal-El’s exodus from his home planet of Krypton just prior to its destruction. The first three chapters establish him as both Clark Kent and Superman on Earth. From there, weContinue reading “Superman (1948)”

Calcasieu Serialfest Chapter 5!

Sulphur, LA If you’ve ever enjoyed watching films such as Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Rocketeer, Star Wars, or almost any of the current crop of superhero films, you owe a little debt of gratitude to the classic serials of the early twentieth century.  Almost every aspect of modern action and adventure films hasContinue reading “Calcasieu Serialfest Chapter 5!”

Adventure! Danger! Romance!

The Edge Of Your Seat! This Saturday, July 21st, at the Brimstone Museum in Sulphur, LA, the epic cliffhangers of the 1930’s and 40’s will make a grand return at Calcasieu Serialfest!  I’ve personally attended this event all but one year and have enjoyed it every time.  I’ve blogged about this event before, and allContinue reading “Adventure! Danger! Romance!”

Calcasieu Serial Fest: Chapter Four!

The 1940’s I’ve been a fan of classic serials for pretty much my entire life.  I remember watching classic movies from the 1930’s, 1940’s, and 1950’s on Sunday afternoons after going to the Calcasieu River with my family.  We would get home in time to watch a series on our local PBS affiliate.  I believeContinue reading “Calcasieu Serial Fest: Chapter Four!”