David Cranmer, Author at Criminal Element - Page 27 of 27 -- Login / Register Search for: -- Search for: Read Excerpts Reviews Author Spotlight Essays Interviews Book Listicles On-Screen Television Film Trailers Cooking the Books Newsletter Login / Register David Cranmer David Cranmer is the publisher and editor of BEAT to a PULP. Latest books from this indie powerhouse include the alternate history novella Leviathan and sci-fi adventure Pale Mars. David lives in New York with his wife and daughter. Vladimir Nabokov’s Hidden Noir: Despair By David Cranmer April 19, 2014 Mention the name Vladimir Nabokov and Lolita springs immediately to mind, and rightfully so. The 1955 novel is a flashpoint in 20th century literature, notable for its controversial subject matter: a professor and his obsession with the 12-year-old Dolores Haze. From the Russian born author, there are additional legendary milestones like Pale Fire and Speak,… Pierce Brosnan’s Ventures West: Grey Owl and Seraphim Falls By David Cranmer April 10, 2014 Like Sean Connery (whose Western films I recently reviewed), Pierce Brosnan is known predominantly for playing James Bond and other suave roles that capitalize on his handsome looks coupled with effortless charm. And, like Connery, besides being a solid actor, he has delved into Westerns sparingly with just two forays that deserve mentioning, both with… From Henry Fonda to Jeff Bridges: A Wild West Primer By David Cranmer April 5, 2014 I can’t count the number of times people have said to me that they won't watch a Western because they just can’t sit through one of “those boring movies.” Not another stale plot of cowboys vs. Indians mêlée or range war standoff, they say. And I agree with them … I can’t sit through those… Connery. Sean Connery. Goes West… and Beyond By David Cranmer March 26, 2014 Sean Connery filmed one traditional Western: 1968’s Shalako. But two others have strong Western bonds (no additional charge for the bad pun) and deserve viewing by anyone who enjoys the genre. It would have been interesting to see the individual seeking finance for the film: “So, what do you think about a Sean Connery Western… Duck, You Sucker, Or You Will Blow Up By David Cranmer March 11, 2014 In the opening to Sergio Leone’s 1971 film, Duck, You Sucker (aka A Fistful of Dynamite),there’s what one might consider a nod to Sam Peckinpah. All you see is Rod Steiger’s bare feet spread apart as he urinates on a tree trunk that’s crawling with ants. The camera pans down as the tiny insects are… Max Brand: The Shakespeare of the Western Range By David Cranmer February 19, 2014 According to Booklist, “The name Max Brand is synonymous with Western novels.” And it’s certainly true that Brand, along with Louis L’Amour and Zane Grey, stamped an indelible impression on the Western genre that can still be felt rippling through the work of today’s modern wordslingers. The man born Frederick Schiller Faust went by numerous… Raquel Welch’s Westerns Deserve a Second Look By David Cranmer January 20, 2014 Bandolero! (1968): In her first western film, Raquel Welch is being lustfully eyed by a gang of outlaws when one hard case drools the obvious, “She sure is pretty.” To which Dean Martin playing the part of Dee Bishop replies, “She’s not pretty. She’s beautiful. Beautiful as something real fine. Something you can’t never have,… Tom Selleck: More Than Magnum, an Underappreciated Western Icon By David Cranmer January 5, 2014 When Western fans discuss their favorite heroes from motion pictures, I’ve noticed behind the firmly-fixed John Wayne comes Clint Eastwood (though some generations may reverse these two), followed by, in no particular order: Randolph Scott, James Stewart, Alan Ladd, Tom Mix, Roy Rogers, Audie Murphy, and a whole host of others. Most big Western names… « Previous Page 1 … 25 26 27 About Advertise With Us Terms of Use Privacy Notice Your Privacy Choices Contact Us Site Powered by Supadu The owner of this website has made a commitment to accessibility and inclusion, please report any problems that you encounter using the contact form on this website. This site uses the WP ADA Compliance Check plugin to enhance accessibility.