by David Krell | Feb 13, 2015 | David Krell
In the superhero multiverse, Batman and the Green Hornet parallel each other. First, they’re not really superheroes. As mortals, they rely on cunning, logic, and detective work to solve crimes. Second, they each have younger sidekicks. Batman has Robin. The...
by David Krell | Feb 11, 2015 | David Krell
America pervades television program titles. Indeed, examples are plentiful. America’s Next Top Model, America’s Most Wanted, American Chopper, American Inventor, American Masters, American Hot Rod, American Justice, America’s Got Talent, American...
by David Krell | Feb 8, 2015 | David Krell
One of television’s greatest stars would probably be unrecognizable to most people, but his voice is burned in our collective memory. Mel Blanc. In fact, he had many voices. Mel Blanc’s vocal roster of characters includes Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, and...
by David Krell | Dec 23, 2014 | David Krell
Archie comics inspired two live-action music-comedy television specials in the 1970s. ABC haired a one-hour special simply titled Archie on December 19, 1976. Variety reviewed the special for its December 22, 1976 issue, offering encouraging comments....
by David Krell | Dec 1, 2014 | David Krell
America’s favorite teenager turns 73 this month. Debuting in Pep #22 (December 1941), Archie Andrews has entertained generations with his antics, his schemes, and his struggle to decide between Betty Cooper and Veronica Lodge. He also gave us a sound...