Stars: Sophia Disgrace, Rahel Kapsaski, Chris Repps, Lee Mark Jones, Rusty Goffe, Jeff Kristian, Lloyd Kaufman, Soozi Chameleone, Toshio Maeda, Gabriella Kapsaski, Kjell De Kerpel, Tiffaney Wells, Lynn Ruth Miller | Written and Directed by Salem Kapsaski
After being refused benefits and under constant harassment by the landlord (Chris Repps) for not paying any rent for two years, it is a constant struggle for poverty-stricken lovers Eden (Sophia Disgrace) and Matilda (Rahel Kapsaski). As the product of a modern Britain, the only income coming in is what Matilda earns workingat a sleazy burlesque nightclub called ‘Juicy Girls’. But what money she makes barely puts food on the table, let alone pay the bills or get the things which they really want!
Times look brighter when Matilda manages to get her hands on some extra money from a client, but rather than pay the debts owed they decide to spend the money...
After being refused benefits and under constant harassment by the landlord (Chris Repps) for not paying any rent for two years, it is a constant struggle for poverty-stricken lovers Eden (Sophia Disgrace) and Matilda (Rahel Kapsaski). As the product of a modern Britain, the only income coming in is what Matilda earns workingat a sleazy burlesque nightclub called ‘Juicy Girls’. But what money she makes barely puts food on the table, let alone pay the bills or get the things which they really want!
Times look brighter when Matilda manages to get her hands on some extra money from a client, but rather than pay the debts owed they decide to spend the money...
- 7/10/2018
- by Philip Rogers
- Nerdly
Paris Themmen has fulfilled his Willy Wonka character’s obsession with getting on television.
The former actor, 58, who played young TV and cowboy-enthusiast Mike Teevee in the classic 1971 film, kept his Hollywood past a secret when he appeared on Tuesday’s episode of Jeopardy!
During the portion of the show when host Alex Trebek asks contestants about their personal lives, Themmen was introduced as an “entrepreneur” and “avid backpacker.” While he revealed that he’s traveled to 61 countries, he did not mention his role in the movie.
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The former actor, 58, who played young TV and cowboy-enthusiast Mike Teevee in the classic 1971 film, kept his Hollywood past a secret when he appeared on Tuesday’s episode of Jeopardy!
During the portion of the show when host Alex Trebek asks contestants about their personal lives, Themmen was introduced as an “entrepreneur” and “avid backpacker.” While he revealed that he’s traveled to 61 countries, he did not mention his role in the movie.
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But it didn’t take long for sharp-eyed viewers to...
- 3/14/2018
- by Mike Miller
- PEOPLE.com
After five years in the making - Queer Punk Rock Musical "Spidarlings" is finally completed and about to be unleashed by Troma Entertainment. The film stars Sophia Disgrace ("Grindsploitation"), Rahel Kapsaski ("Soul Looting") and Lee Mark Jones (formerly Gypsy Lee Pistolero of The Gypsy Pistoleros) among a cult cast including Rusty Goffe ("Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory", "Star Wars"), infamous Hentai/Manga artist Toshio Maeda ("La Blue Girl"), June Brown ("EastEnders") and the creator of "The Toxic Avenger" himself, Troma co-founder Lloyd Kaufman. "Spidarlings" deals with social issues such as the British Welfare system, gender fluidity, poverty and the life of sex workers in the UK. Along the way there are musical numbers, pugs, drag queens, giant spiders, chainsaws, acid fueled animation sequences and plenty...
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- 6/26/2017
- Screen Anarchy
Once again, Wamg attended the 2017 Turner Classic Movie Film Festival in Hollywood, and as always, it did not disappoint!
Ahhh…so many movies, so little time to cover everything, but here are some highlights of my favorite movies of this year’s festival.
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)
Shown poolside at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, this classic was perfect for opening night. Brightly colored inflatable balls and lights floated in the pool like some of Wonka’s best candies as guests enjoyed snacks and cocktails on a beautiful spring evening. In attendance for this special screening were some of the cast members of the original movie. Miss Veruca Salt herself, Julie Dawn Cole; Mike Teevee, also known as Paris Themmen; and one of the original Oompaloompas, Rusty Goffe.
Along with host Illeana Douglas, they recounted some great memories of being on the set of the film in Germany more than 45 years ago.
Ahhh…so many movies, so little time to cover everything, but here are some highlights of my favorite movies of this year’s festival.
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)
Shown poolside at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, this classic was perfect for opening night. Brightly colored inflatable balls and lights floated in the pool like some of Wonka’s best candies as guests enjoyed snacks and cocktails on a beautiful spring evening. In attendance for this special screening were some of the cast members of the original movie. Miss Veruca Salt herself, Julie Dawn Cole; Mike Teevee, also known as Paris Themmen; and one of the original Oompaloompas, Rusty Goffe.
Along with host Illeana Douglas, they recounted some great memories of being on the set of the film in Germany more than 45 years ago.
- 4/11/2017
- by Melissa Thompson
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Julie Dawn Cole, the child actor who so perfectly embodied the spoiled, vitriolic Veruca Salt in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory that a '90s alternative rock band named themselves after her, has weighed in on the death of her former co-star Gene Wilder on Twitter with a few simple, heartfelt words: Such very sad news. Words not enough. Treasured memories ???? — Julie Dawn Cole (@realverucasalt) August 29, 2016 While none of the other Wonka kids have yet spoken out on Wilder's death, we'll keep you updated if and when more of them pay tribute. Cole, for the record, has continued to act since starring in the 1971 classic and even paid homage to her most famous role in a show at the 2010 Edinburgh Fringe festival entitled Willy Wonka Revisited: The Veruca Salt Sessions. Two years ago she reunited with Wonka co-stars Paris Themmen (Mike TeeVee), Denise Nickerson (Violet Beauregarde), Michael Bollner (Augustus Gloop...
- 8/29/2016
- by Chris Eggertsen
- Hitfix
It has been over forty years since the release of the Gene Wilder-led "Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory," a film which became a staple for a whole generation of filmgoers.
Now, a bunch of the film's surviving cast members reunited on "The Today Show" this morning to commemorate the 44th anniversary of the film. The group includes actors Julie Dawn Cole (Veruca Salt), Rusty Goffe (an Oompa Loompa), Pairs Themmen (Mike Teevee), Michael Bollner (Augustus Gloope), Denise Nickerson (Violet Beauregarde) and Peter Ostrum (Charlie Bucket).
It seems many of the cast have remained friends over the years with their constant appearances at conventions helping them stick together. Themmen says: "We think of ourselves as part of a family. Maybe a bit of a dysfunctional family, but a family really."...
Now, a bunch of the film's surviving cast members reunited on "The Today Show" this morning to commemorate the 44th anniversary of the film. The group includes actors Julie Dawn Cole (Veruca Salt), Rusty Goffe (an Oompa Loompa), Pairs Themmen (Mike Teevee), Michael Bollner (Augustus Gloope), Denise Nickerson (Violet Beauregarde) and Peter Ostrum (Charlie Bucket).
It seems many of the cast have remained friends over the years with their constant appearances at conventions helping them stick together. Themmen says: "We think of ourselves as part of a family. Maybe a bit of a dysfunctional family, but a family really."...
- 11/12/2015
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
Forty-four years after Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory's theatrical premiere, six original cast members – five golden ticket winners, one Oompa Loompa – reunited for an interview with Today, reminiscing about their life-changing roles. "We think of ourselves as a family," says Paris Themmen, who played the hot-headed, cowboy-obsessed Mike Teavee. "Maybe a bit of a dysfunctional family. But a family, really."
Themmen, Julie Dawn Cole (bratty Veruca Salt), Michael Bollner (gluttonous Augustus Gloop), Denise Nickerson (gum-chewing Violet Beauregarde), Peter Ostrum (wide-eyed protagonist Charlie Bucket) and Rusty Goffe (the head Oompa...
Themmen, Julie Dawn Cole (bratty Veruca Salt), Michael Bollner (gluttonous Augustus Gloop), Denise Nickerson (gum-chewing Violet Beauregarde), Peter Ostrum (wide-eyed protagonist Charlie Bucket) and Rusty Goffe (the head Oompa...
- 11/11/2015
- Rollingstone.com
It's been 44 years since Willy Wonka first hit theaters in 1971, and although we as viewers feel lucky to have experienced the film, it's the cast of kids—some of them grandparents now!—from the musical adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic novel who really feel like they've been blessed. Sitting down with the Today show on Wednesday, Peter Ostrum (Charlie Buckets), Paris Themmen (Mike Teavee), Julie Dawn Cole (Veruca Salt), Rusty Goffe, Denise Nickerson (Violet Beauregarde) and Michael Bollner (Augustus Gloop) couldn't help but gush about being part of the film and how they're all still connected by it. "We think of ourselves as a family, maybe a bit of a dysfunctional family, but...
- 11/11/2015
- E! Online
When I first got into Doctor Who (only a few years ago), part of the appeal for me was that it had a kind of Quantum Leap deal as far as the main character’s control of where he’d wind up in many episodes. He would try to go to one place and time, but he and his companion would land in another, as if the Tardis was taking them somewhere and somewhen more important to put right what once went wrong. It’s not as fun when, say, Clara Oswald (Jenna Coleman) gets to pick a destination and they actually get there. But this week’s installment, “Robot of Sherwood,” worked for me anyway because of a new twist on the idea. The Doctor (Peter Capaldi) doesn’t expect to land where/when they do because he thinks it isn’t real. Or at least he doesn’t think the real place and time is...
- 9/7/2014
- by Christopher Campbell
- FilmSchoolRejects.com
New images from Doctor Who's next episode 'Robot of Sherwood' have debuted online.
The adventure, written by Mark Gatiss, sees the Doctor (Peter Capaldi) and Clara (Jenna Coleman) encounter Robin Hood - despite the Time Lord's insistence that the legendary hero is a myth.
The full synopsis for 'Robot of Sherwood' reads: "In a sun-dappled Sherwood forest, the Doctor discovers an evil plan from beyond the stars and strikes up an unlikely alliance with Robin Hood.
"With all of Nottingham at stake, the Doctor must decide who is real and who is fake. Can impossible heroes really exist?"
The new pictures show a smitten Clara growing close to charming anti-hero Robin, played by Da Vinci's Demons star Tom Riley.
Other figures from folklore featured in the episode include Alan-a-Dale (Ian Hallard), Friar Tuck (Trevor Cooper), Little John (Rusty Goffe) and Will Scarlett (Joseph Kennedy).
'Robot of Sherwood' is the...
The adventure, written by Mark Gatiss, sees the Doctor (Peter Capaldi) and Clara (Jenna Coleman) encounter Robin Hood - despite the Time Lord's insistence that the legendary hero is a myth.
The full synopsis for 'Robot of Sherwood' reads: "In a sun-dappled Sherwood forest, the Doctor discovers an evil plan from beyond the stars and strikes up an unlikely alliance with Robin Hood.
"With all of Nottingham at stake, the Doctor must decide who is real and who is fake. Can impossible heroes really exist?"
The new pictures show a smitten Clara growing close to charming anti-hero Robin, played by Da Vinci's Demons star Tom Riley.
Other figures from folklore featured in the episode include Alan-a-Dale (Ian Hallard), Friar Tuck (Trevor Cooper), Little John (Rusty Goffe) and Will Scarlett (Joseph Kennedy).
'Robot of Sherwood' is the...
- 9/2/2014
- Digital Spy
We return with the latest edition of the Indie Spotlight, highlighting the recent independent horror news sent our way. Today’s feature includes Cowboys Vs Vampires release information, Compound Fracture screening dates, and an interview with Inhuman Resources co-writer Anthony O’Connor:
Cowboys Vs Vampires DVD Release Details: “The story of a western movie actor (Johnny Dust) still trying to make it big in a western film studio and theme park, when a ‘new management team’ takes over the park and turns the film studio into a fright-fest for the month of Halloween. Haunted by the image of his dead western movie hero, who appears to him on the little screen, Johnny unravels the real intent of management and its opening night ‘spectacular’, which takes place in the depths of the park’s cave.
Origin Releasing LLC is proud to announce the United States street date for Cowboys Vs Vampires,...
Cowboys Vs Vampires DVD Release Details: “The story of a western movie actor (Johnny Dust) still trying to make it big in a western film studio and theme park, when a ‘new management team’ takes over the park and turns the film studio into a fright-fest for the month of Halloween. Haunted by the image of his dead western movie hero, who appears to him on the little screen, Johnny unravels the real intent of management and its opening night ‘spectacular’, which takes place in the depths of the park’s cave.
Origin Releasing LLC is proud to announce the United States street date for Cowboys Vs Vampires,...
- 4/7/2013
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
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If someone had informed this obsessive fan of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, 40 years ago, that I could hold a real Wonka Golden Ticket in my hands, watch behind-the-scenes footage and read a book on the making of my favorite film, examine script correspondence, listen to cast commentaries and dive into all sort of Wonka memorabilia in one big box, I probably would not have come up for air for weeks. In fact my reaction would probably have been a lot like Charlie’s when he discovers the last Golden Ticket.
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Fans of Willy Wonka – rejoice! Has Warner Bros. Home Video got a golden treat in store for you, just in time for the holidays. The 40th Anniversary Ultimate Collector’s Edition has just been released in one, big, heavy purple box, the...
If someone had informed this obsessive fan of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, 40 years ago, that I could hold a real Wonka Golden Ticket in my hands, watch behind-the-scenes footage and read a book on the making of my favorite film, examine script correspondence, listen to cast commentaries and dive into all sort of Wonka memorabilia in one big box, I probably would not have come up for air for weeks. In fact my reaction would probably have been a lot like Charlie’s when he discovers the last Golden Ticket.
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Fans of Willy Wonka – rejoice! Has Warner Bros. Home Video got a golden treat in store for you, just in time for the holidays. The 40th Anniversary Ultimate Collector’s Edition has just been released in one, big, heavy purple box, the...
- 10/20/2011
- by nospam@example.com (Cinema Retro)
- Cinemaretro.com
While it is considered a classic today, "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" was not a hit upon its 1971 release and was even criticized by some people who thought it was mean to children.
But in directing the adaption of the Roald Dahl book "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," director Mel Stuart crafted a tale for adults, not kids. That is probably a big reason why it has endured and influenced everyone from "The Simpsons" to Marilyn Manson, on top of the brilliant performance from Gene Wilder as the eccentric yet calculating candy maker. And let's face it, kids love it too. They get it.
The imaginative story about five children who win a tour of Willy Wonka's top secret confectionary plant -- and the chaos they create with subsequent consequences they did not foresee -- is filled with all sorts of great characters, from Wonka to the irrepressibly bratty...
But in directing the adaption of the Roald Dahl book "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," director Mel Stuart crafted a tale for adults, not kids. That is probably a big reason why it has endured and influenced everyone from "The Simpsons" to Marilyn Manson, on top of the brilliant performance from Gene Wilder as the eccentric yet calculating candy maker. And let's face it, kids love it too. They get it.
The imaginative story about five children who win a tour of Willy Wonka's top secret confectionary plant -- and the chaos they create with subsequent consequences they did not foresee -- is filled with all sorts of great characters, from Wonka to the irrepressibly bratty...
- 10/18/2011
- by Bryan Reesman
- NextMovie
Chicago – In our latest blockbuster edition of HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film, we have 30 admit-two movie passes plus three prize packs up for grabs to the new film “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2”!
“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Ralph Fiennes, Alan Rickman, Helena Bonham Carter, Michael Gambon, John Hurt, Evanna Lynch, Domhnall Gleeson, Clémence Poésy, Warwick Davis, Graham Duff, Anthony Allgood and Rusty Goffe from director David Yates and writer Steve Kloves based on the novel by J.K. Rowling.
The film opens everywhere on July 15, 2011. Along with our 30 admit-two advance-screening movie passes, we also have prize packs up for grabs to three readers! Each prize pack includes:
Two “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” T-shirts Two “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” hats One “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” soundtrack
To...
“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Ralph Fiennes, Alan Rickman, Helena Bonham Carter, Michael Gambon, John Hurt, Evanna Lynch, Domhnall Gleeson, Clémence Poésy, Warwick Davis, Graham Duff, Anthony Allgood and Rusty Goffe from director David Yates and writer Steve Kloves based on the novel by J.K. Rowling.
The film opens everywhere on July 15, 2011. Along with our 30 admit-two advance-screening movie passes, we also have prize packs up for grabs to three readers! Each prize pack includes:
Two “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” T-shirts Two “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” hats One “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” soundtrack
To...
- 7/10/2011
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
The cast of the 1971 "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" movie appeared on the "Today Show" to celebrate the film's 40-year anniversary and to talk about their experiences being on the set. Check out the video below. In attendance were Peter Ostrum (Charlie Bucket, now a veterinarian), Julie Dawn Cole (Veruca Salt, now acting/fitness instructor), Paris Themmen (Mike Teevee, now financial consultant), Denise Nickerson (Violet Beauregarde, now an accountant), Michael Bollner (Augustus Gloop, now a tax accountant), and Diana Sowle (Mrs. Bucket). Gene Wilder (Willy Wonka), Rusty Goffe (Oompa Loompa) and Mel Stuart (director) couldn't make it to the show. Jack Albertson, who played Grandpa Joe, passed away in 1981. Video:...
- 5/18/2011
- WorstPreviews.com
Rusty Goffe was one of the original Oompa Loompas in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, filmed in Munich in 1970. The Oompa Loompas went on to do various other TV, film and stage shows, but there are now only three alive
I was one of the original Oompa Loompas in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, filmed in Munich in 1970. At that time, there weren’t many British actors who were short (I am 4ft 2in), so six of the actors were British and they used one Maltese actor, another from Turkey, one from Germany, and one woman. There were 10 of us in all. The director Mel Stuart sometimes got very frustrated telling us what to do in English and then trying to explain to the Maltese, German and Turkish actors what he wanted as well.
When we first arrived in Munich the choreographer Howard Jeffrey showed us these amazing dance routines,...
I was one of the original Oompa Loompas in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, filmed in Munich in 1970. At that time, there weren’t many British actors who were short (I am 4ft 2in), so six of the actors were British and they used one Maltese actor, another from Turkey, one from Germany, and one woman. There were 10 of us in all. The director Mel Stuart sometimes got very frustrated telling us what to do in English and then trying to explain to the Maltese, German and Turkish actors what he wanted as well.
When we first arrived in Munich the choreographer Howard Jeffrey showed us these amazing dance routines,...
- 7/27/2005
- by Rusty Goffe
- The Guardian - Film News
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