Juliet Prowse
Biography: Juliet Anne Prowse was a dancer, whose four-decade career included stage, television and film. She was raised in South Africa, where her family emigrated after World War II. Known for her attractive legs, she was described after her death as having "... arguably the best legs since Betty Grable." In her early twenties, she was dancing at a club in Paris when she was spotted by a talent agent and eventually signed to play the role of Claudine in the Walter Lang film Can-Can. It was during the filming of Can-Can in 1959 that she captured the international spotlight. Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev visited the set of the film and after Prowse performed a rather saucy can-can for the Russian leader, he proclaimed her dance immoral. The publicity brought Prowse considerable attention in the United States. Prowse met Frank Sinatra on the set of Can-Can. Time magazine did not rate the movie highly, but declared Prowse the best thing in it: "In fact, the only thing really worth seeing is Juliet Prowse, a young South African hoofer who puts some twinkle in the stub-toed choreography. And the only thing really worth hearing is the crack that Frank flips back at Juliet when she whips a redoubtable hip in his direction. "Don't point", he gasps. "It's rude." She would go on to appear with Sinatra and other notable guests such as Ella Fitzgerald, Peter Lawford, Hermione Gingold, the Hi-Lo's, Red Norvo, Nelson Riddle and his orchestra on the 1959 Frank Sinatra Show. She at times would sing in the chorus with other guests or Sinatra would sing to her. Sinatra invited Prowse to join him in Las Vegas, even though she was living with the actor Nico Minardos at the time. Sinatra and Prowse announced their engagement in 1962. Soon afterwards they broke up, reportedly because Prowse wanted to concentrate on her career. Prowse later admitted, "I was as much flattered as I was in love. He (Sinatra) was a complex person, and after a few drinks he could be very difficult." Prowse co-starred alongside Elvis Presley in G.I. Blues. During shooting of the film, they had a short and intense fling. "Elvis and I had an affair. ... We had a sexual attraction like two healthy young people, but he was already a victim of his fans. We always met in his room and never went out." Prowse also made a brief cameo appearance in the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer documentary film, Elvis: That's the Way. She starred with Denny Scott Miller on her own NBC sitcom in the 1965-1966 season: Mona McCluskey, which was produced by George Burns. The series was based on the idea that the couple, Mike and Mona McCluskey, would live on his military salary, rather than her lucrative earnings as an actress. In the late 1980s, she was mauled by an 80-pound leopard – twice. Once, while filming a scene for Circus of the Stars in 1987 and later that same year rehearsing a promotional stunt on The Tonight Show, when the same leopard attacked her. The later attack was more serious, requiring upwards of twenty stitches to reattach her ear.
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: September 25, 1936
Deathday: September 14, 1996
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G.I. Blues
1960-11-23
G.I. Blues
Overview: Stationed in West Germany, soldier Tulsa McLean hopes to open up a nightclub when he gets out of the army. Tulsa may lack the capital for such a venture, but a chance to raise the cash comes his way through a friendly wager. Local dancer Lili (Juliet Prowse) is a notorious ice queen, and Tulsa bets everything he has that a friend of his can earn her affections. But, when that friend is dispatched to Alaska, it's up to Tulsa to melt Lili's heart.
Genres: Comedy Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1960-11-23
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Who Killed Teddy Bear?
1965-09-01
Who Killed Teddy Bear?
Overview: A grim police detective embarks on a one-man crusade to track down a depraved sex maniac when a nightclub deejay receives a disturbing series of obscene phone calls. Finding himself getting far too close to the victim for comfort, the hard-boiled cop must track down the unbalanced pervert before he can carry out his sick threats...
Genres: Crime Drama Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1965-09-01
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The Second Time Around
1961-12-22
The Second Time Around
Overview: In 1911, a widow with two children leaves New York City for territorial Arizona and becomes a ranch hand and later gets herself elected sheriff. A gambler and a rancher become rivals for her affections.
Genres: Western Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1961-12-22
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Ladies Night - Most Famous Hits
2003-01-01
Ladies Night - Most Famous Hits
Overview: Video collection of songs by female performers.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-01-01
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The Right Approach
1961-05-17
The Right Approach
Overview: An opportunistic young Hollywood singer, loyal only to himself, steps on everyone he meets in order to achieve success and fame.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1961-05-17
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Happy Birthday, Las Vegas
1977-10-23
Happy Birthday, Las Vegas
Overview: Hosted by Don Meredith & Cindy Williams with Eddy Arnold, David Brenner, Foster Brooks, Charo, Norm Crosby, Rodney Dangerfield, John Davidson, Sammy Davis Jr., Lola Falana, Redd Fox, Robert Goulet, Jack Jones, the Lennon Sisters, Liberace, Don Rickles, Joan Rivers, Doc Severinson, Rip Taylor, Dionne Warwick, Andy Williams and many more.
Genres: Music Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1977-10-23
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Spree
1967-06-21
Spree
Overview: This documentary on the nightlife of Las Vegas was filmed primarily at the Topicana and Dunes Hotels, respectively, in 1962-63. Musical numbers performed by the film's stars aside, "Spree" also includes scenes of gambling casinos, cock fights and boxing.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1967-06-21
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Elvis: #1 Hit Performances
2007-11-12
Elvis: #1 Hit Performances
Overview: Elvis fans, thank your lucky stars. This jam-packed collection of pulse-raising performances from TV, movies, concerts and special events showcases the King delivering blistering renditions of 15 No. 1 hits. Highlights include Elvis singing "Don't Be Cruel" for his first appearance on "The Ed Sullivan Show" and his performance of "Stuck on You" for "Welcome Home, Elvis," a TV variety special hosted by Frank Sinatra.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-11-12
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Tom Jones | Duets by Invitation Only
2001-01-01
Tom Jones | Duets by Invitation Only
Overview: On this unique DVD Tom Jones sings duets with some of the greatest stars of the music world, including Tina Turner, Dusty Springfield, Isaac Hayes, Rita Coolidge and Gladys Knight. Tom Jones is sharing the podium with these talented singers, and together they are performing exciting live versions of legendary hits.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-01-01
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Dingaka
1964-10-28
Dingaka
Overview: An African tribesman seeks revenge against the people who murdered his daughter.
Genres: Drama Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1964-10-28
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Night of 100 Stars II
1985-03-10
Night of 100 Stars II
Overview: This special is the second "Night of 100 Stars" to benefit The Actors Fund of America. Edited from a seven-hour live entertainment marathon that was taped February 17, 1985, at New York's Radio City Music Hall, this sequel to the 1982 "Night of 100 Stars" special features 288 celebrities.
Genres: Comedy Music TV Movie Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-03-10
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The Fiercest Heart
1961-04-30
The Fiercest Heart
Overview: Two British soldiers in 1830s South Africa flee military discipline and join a group of Boers heading north on "the Great Trek." In between fighting off Zulu attacks, one of these soldiers falls in love with the trek-leader's granddaughter who has been promised to another man.
Genres: Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1961-04-30
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Can-Can
1960-03-09
Can-Can
Overview: Parisian nightclub owner Simone Pistache is known for her performances of the can-can, which attracts the ire of the self-righteous Judge Philipe Forrestier. He hatches a plot to photograph her in the act but ends up falling for her — much to the chagrin of her boyfriend, lawyer François Durnais.
Genres: Music Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1960-03-09
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The Frank Sinatra Timex Show: An Afternoon with Frank Sinatra
1959-12-13
The Frank Sinatra Timex Show: An Afternoon with Frank Sinatra
Overview: At the beginning of the program, Peter Lawford explains that Frank Sinatra's plans to film his TV special outdoors in sunny Palm Springs have foundered because an extended rainstorm has turned their desert location into a morass of mud. The company is forced to move inside a stark studio instead and delivers their songs with a minimum of props but a maximum of verve.
Genres: Music Comedy TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1959-12-13
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Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll
2007-11-12
Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll
Overview: Elvis fans, thank your lucky stars. This jam-packed collection of pulse-raising performances from TV, movies, concerts and special events showcases the King delivering blistering renditions of 30 No. 1 hits. An outstanding introduction to the magic of Elvis Presley! This collection of 30 wonderful performances by the King of Rock 'n' Roll showcasing 21 of his #1 US and UK hits and 9 other classics. Culled from his TV guest appearances, movies, and concert films and television specials -- from 1956, the year his star ascended, to the 1970s when he reached the pinnacle of his career -- this is Elvis at his best. Highlights include Elvis singing "Don't Be Cruel" for his first appearance on "The Ed Sullivan Show" and his performance of "Stuck on You" for "Welcome Home, Elvis," a TV variety special hosted by Frank Sinatra.
Genres: Music Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-11-12
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That's Dancing!
1985-01-18
That's Dancing!
Overview: A documentary film about dancing on the screen, from it's orgins after the invention of the movie camera, over the movie musical from the late 20s, 30s, 40s 50s and 60s up to the break dance and the music videos from the 80s.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-01-18
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Second Chance
1972-02-08
Second Chance
Overview: A rich stockbroker buys a Nevada ghost town as a community for people who need a second chance in life.
Genres: Comedy Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1972-02-08
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The Frank Sinatra Timex Show - To the Ladies
1960-02-15
The Frank Sinatra Timex Show - To the Ladies
Overview: Surrounded by a mix of talented ladies, host Frank Sinatra does his thing.
Genres: Music TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1960-02-15
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Run for Your Wife
1965-04-29
Run for Your Wife
Overview: Riccardo, an unhappily married middle aged Italian working for a shoe factory, goes to America on a four day business trip.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: it
Release Date: 1965-04-29
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Musical Comedy Tonight II
1981-02-11
Musical Comedy Tonight II
Overview: A tribute to American musical theater, featuring scenes from "Show Boat", "South Pacific," "Sweet Charity," "Finian's Rainbow," and "Lady in the Dark", among others. There is also discussion of the various creative aspects of the plays.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-02-11
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Elvis Through the Years
2007-08-14
Elvis Through the Years
Overview: Documentary / Music/Musical - This gripping, highly entertaining documentary offers an unparalleled behind-the-scenes look at the life of Elvis Presley. Using rare footage from his films, press conferences, outtakes, movie trailers, news clips, and comedy sketches, Elvis Thru the Years is a fitting commemoration of the man who became a legend
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-08-14
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