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Re: The wisdom of Spike Milligan (4.00 / 2)

I raise a glass to the inimitable Spike Milligan: his voice -- in recordings and as imitated by my giggling parents recalling the "Goon Show" broadcasts of their own younger days -- was part of my childhood.

I read his 'Downfall' book as a teen; enjoyed his cameo appearances in comic gems like the R Lester Musketeers movies and the weirdly tragic "Bed Sitting Room". A remarkable comic and a gentle soul. I am deeply envious of anyone who had the chance to chat with him in person!

The difference between theory and practise in practise ...

by DeAnander (de_at_daclarke_dot_org) on Wed Jul 4th, 2007 at 05:16:57 PM EST

Re: The wisdom of Spike Milligan (none / 1)

PUCKOON remains one of my favorite books. Apparently there's a film of it now, but I haven't seen it.

I love the GOONS too. I can quote lines. And Henry Crun and Minnie Bannister are two of my favorite fiction characters.

I was working with Marcel on a French comics adaptation, some art got drawn (with Spike's approval) but in the end the challenge was too great.

by Lupin on Thu Jul 5th, 2007 at 01:45:28 AM EST
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Re: The wisdom of Spike Milligan (none / 1)

the challenge was too great

My capitaine! You deaded me!

When locusts move on, they leave nothing behind

by afew (afew(a in a circle)eurotrib_dot_com) on Sun Jul 8th, 2007 at 02:25:19 PM EST
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