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Of Danish descent and born in Syracuse, New York, Phyllis Kirk worked as a waitress and a perfume counter clerk before she began a modeling career. Stage roles ensued before Hollywood beckoned. She was a contract player at MGM and then Warner Brothers, where in her most famous role she was stalked by maniacal sculptor Vincent Price in House of Wax (1953). Kirk's talents were better showcased on the small screen, where she had dramatic roles on many prestigious series and consequently made the covers of TV Guide and Life magazines. Probably her best-known TV role was Nora Charles, the daffy, fast-talking wife of Peter Lawford on The Thin Man (1957). During her acting career, she also worked as an interviewer and writer for the ACLU. After her final roles in the 1970s, she went to work in public relations before retiring.- Actress
- Producer
Srividya, a prominent South Indian film actress of the 1970s to early 2000s, was not only celebrated for her acting prowess but also showcased her musical talents. Born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, to Tamil film comedian Krishnamurthy and Carnatic classical singer M. L. Vasanthakumari, Srividya faced early challenges as her family struggled with financial hardships. Her father's illness forced him to quit acting, exacerbating their financial woes, and her mother tirelessly worked to support the family.
Despite a difficult childhood, Srividya entered the world of acting at a young age, making her debut with a dance scene in the Malayalam film "Kumarasambhavam" directed by P. Subramanyan. She gained attention in films like "Chattambikkavala" and "Chenda," directed by A. Vincent. However, it was her entry into the Tamil film industry in the mid-1970s that propelled her to stardom. Notably, her role in K. Balachander's "Apoorva Raagangal" opposite Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan became a turning point in her career.
Srividya faced personal challenges in her relationships. Despite an initial engagement with Kamal Haasan, their love did not endure. She later married George Thomas, an assistant director, against her family's wishes. The marriage ended in divorce, leading to a protracted legal battle that culminated in Srividya's victory in the Supreme Court of India.
Her later career was defined by iconic mother roles, including the notable portrayal in "Thalapathi" (1991), directed by Manirathnam, where she played Rajinikanth's mother. The loss of her mother in 1990 deeply affected Srividya, and she turned to television, featuring in successful Malayalam serials like "Swapnam."
A multi-talented artist, Srividya showcased her singing abilities in films like "Ayalathe Sundari," "Oru Painkilikkadha," and "Nakshathra Tharattu." Her classical vocal prowess was evident in various functions, including the Soorya Festival.
Throughout her career, Srividya faced adversity with resilience and dedication, fighting against personal tragedies and health issues. Despite battling breast cancer, she continued to contribute to the world of cinema and television until her untimely demise, leaving behind a legacy as a versatile and enduring artist.- Cinematographer
- Camera and Electrical Department
- Producer
American cinematographer and something of a Renaissance man. The son of famed cinematographer Bert Glennon, James Glennon and his brothers learned photography at their father's feet. (Their mother was script supervisor Mary Coleman.) James Glennon began work in the Warner Bros. mail room, where he often was assigned to make deliveries to studio head Jack L. Warner because the other mail clerks were afraid of Warner. Warner advised Glennon to buy a motion picture camera and rent it out, offering his own services for free. Glennon did so, and thus initiated his career as a cinematographer with Jaws of Death (1977). He continued to work as a camera operator on other cinematographers' films, including The Conversation (1974), Ordinary People (1980), and Altered States (1980), before coming to notice as cinematographer on the groundbreaking El Norte (1983). He worked steadily thereafter. He filmed My Wicked, Wicked Ways: The Legend of Errol Flynn (1985), the story of the actor his own father had photographed in four films. He partnered with director Alexander Payne on three films: Citizen Ruth (1996), Election (1999), and About Schmidt (2002). He won an Emmy Award in 2005 for an episode of Deadwood (2004), the Western series for which he was principal cinematographer for its entire run. He had widely varied interests. He served repeatedly as a judge in the Nicholl Fellowship in Screenwriting of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences. He operated Malibu Water Resources, a water aeration program, and he farmed clams in the Pacific Northwest. He was extraordinarily beloved of his crews and casts for his eternal optimism and unstinting praise and encouragement. He died unexpectedly on October 19, 2006, from a blood clot resulting from surgery for prostate cancer.- Writer
- Director
- Producer
Linda Lee Tracey was born on 14 May 1957 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. She was a writer and director, known for The Border (2008), Shake Hands with the Devil: The Journey of Roméo Dallaire (2004) and Abby, I Hardly Knew Ya (1995). She was married to Peter Raymont. She died on 19 October 2006 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.- Jeanne Colletin was born on 16 July 1938 in Toulouse, France. She was an actress, known for Emmanuelle (1974), Mazarin (1978) and Shock Treatment (1973). She was married to Raphaël Oleg. She died on 19 October 2006 in Paris, France.
- Ernest Maftei was born on 6 March 1920 in Bacau, Bacau, Romania. He was an actor, known for Haiducii (1966), Bunicul si doi delincventi minori (1976) and Toate pînzele sus (1977). He died on 19 October 2006 in Bucharest, Romania.
- Ralph Harris was born on 10 December 1924 in Tottenham, London, England, UK. He died on 19 October 2006 in London, England, UK.
- Yekaterina Derevshchikova was born on 18 May 1926 in Moscow, RSFSR, USSR [now Russia]. She was an actress, known for Timur i yego komanda (1940), The Stone Flower (1946) and Tsentr napadeniya (1947). She died on 19 October 2006 in Moscow, Russia.
- Karel Novák was born on 25 February 1925 in Dobrany. Czechoslovakia [now Czech Republic]. He was an actor, known for Vincenz Priessnitz (1999), Cops and Robbers (1997) and Nález (1991). He died on 19 October 2006 in Olomouc, Czech Republic.
- Sound Department
Jim Autz was born on 3 October 1958 in the USA. Jim is known for The Fabric of a Man (2005), The Method: Pilates All in One Workout (1998) and The Firm: Body Sculpting System 2 - Complete Aerobics & Weight Training (2003). Jim died on 19 October 2006.- Production Manager
- Actor
- Producer
Günther M. Stocklöv was a production manager and actor, known for The Tin Drum (1979), König der Diebe (2003) and Gate to Heaven (2003). He died on 19 October 2006 in Berlin, Germany.- Herman Salzer was an actor, known for Night of Bloody Horror (1969). He died on 19 October 2006 in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.