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Mitzi Gaynor Razzle Dazzle highlights Gaynor’s classic performances and new interviews with Gaynor, world renowned Emmy winning costume designer Bob Mackie, Tony-winner Kristin Chenoweth (Wicked, Pushing Daisies), director/choreographer Tony Charmoli, dancers Alton Ruff and Randy Doney (who performed with Mitzi on the road and in her TV specials), Nine-time Emmy Award winning comedy legend Carl Reiner, best-selling author and critic Rex Reed, and Tony  nominee Kelli O’Hara, currently starring on Broadway as “Nellie Forbush” in the 2008 Tony Award winning version of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific, the role made famous by Mitzi Gaynor in the 1958 film version.   

Just watching the clips and interviews of Gaynor you become part of her fabulous career as a top entertainer. The DVD has bonus features. The best feature is her story about being on the Ed Sullivan Show with The Beatles.  She’s so full of life and energy, you can see how much she loved the business.

You’ll see some familiar faces like William Shatner, George Hamilton and Jerry Orbach.

Whoever wins this DVD is one lucky person.  Post your name and Screenhead will draw the winner Sunday, November 30, 2008.

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A biopic about legendary Beatles singer John Lennon is going to be directed by Sam Taylor-Wood. Dubbed Nowhere Boy, the film has been penned by Matt Greenhalgh (Control), which focuses on the singer’s childhood and the journey to stardom.

The film will depict Lennon as a lonely teenager growing up with his only escape being music, art and fateful friendship with Paul McCartney.

Casting is currently underway, with filming set to take place on location in Lennon’s hometown in Liverpool.

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