THE END OF AN ERA 🌙 On its final night at the Westgate in 1974, Harold and Maude ended its legendary 115-week run with one last screening. At 11:07 p.m., Harold strummed his banjo for the 1,957th time. (Excerpted from the new book, "Held Over: Harold and Maude at The Westgate Theater.") #booksky

This week on the blog: Director Amy Heckerling Talks "Fast Times," "Clueless," and Teen Movie Magic. tinyurl.com/3hc6psu3 Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/2utevzb3 #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

This week on the blog, Daniel Myrick on Lessons, Regrets, and the Legacy of The Blair Witch Project tinyurl.com/558eczsx Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/2295hk49 #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking #booksky

On the latest episode of the podcast, Chapter Eighteen of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… David Kaye – aka, Silly Billy. tinyurl.com/35ybaxud #Interviews #cozymystery #MYSTERY #audiobook #booksky

Had a great time talking with @markleslie.bsky.social about movies, books and even "Cheers" on his podcast this week. markleslie.libsyn.com/ep-434-held-.... #booksky #HaroldandMaude

✊ When Harold & Maude hit its second anniversary at the Westgate Theater in Minneapolis, not everyone was celebrating. A group of Edina neighbors, frustrated by the film’s record-breaking 104-week run, staged a lighthearted protest outside the theater, calling for a new movie to take the marquee.

This Week on the Blog: "You’ve Got to Be Patient" – Bob Odenkirk Shares His Biggest Directing Lesson. tinyurl.com/bdda4btb Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/2wp7d6ex #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

@richardosman1.bsky.social -- thanks so much for creating what I now call Osman's Law: Upon first meeting someone, never comment on the most obvious thing about them, as they have heard it one million times before. It should be a real law.

Made a return trip to The Indy Author Podcast talking about the creation of the new book, "Held Over: Harold and Maude at The Westgate Theater." Thanks Matty! #BookSky #HaroldandMaude #NewBooks www.theindyauthor.com/show-notes/305-john-gaspard

Now available for pre-order in Paperback, Hardcover, and Deluxe Hardcover (with custom 'Harold and Maude' end papers). tinyurl.com/new-boo #Booksky #HaroldandMaude #Cultfilm #Cultfilms #BudCort #NewBook #RuthGordon #Movies

Delighted to be a guest this week on the 'Wish I'd Known Then' podcast, talking about the writing and production of the new coffee table book, "Held Over: Harold and Maude at The Westgate Theater." #booksky #newbooks #podcasts #podcast #HaroldandMaude wishidknownforwriters.com/284-2/

This week on the blog... Screenwriting Secrets from Neal Stevens: Why 'Scary on the Page' is More Than Just Jump Scares! tinyurl.com/399y96zh Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/mtdkfa3w #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

On the latest episode of the podcast, John Sturk shares how his diverse performance background enhances his magic. And the next chapter of “The Linking Rings.” tinyurl.com/4nhyuutz #Interviews #cozymystery #MYSTERY #audiobook #booksky

Seventeen-year-old Gina dreams of becoming a star ballerina, but behind the beauty lies fierce competition, betrayal, and mysterious dangers. 🎥 Watch the video below and grab your copy today: buy.bookfunnel.com/t3bfnnzzef #Arabesque #BalletBook #YAfiction #Paris #mustreadbooks #booksky

🎬 "Harold and Maude" ran for 115 weeks at Minneapolis's Westgate Theater! The Westgate had become a "nursing home for misunderstood comedies" after successes with "Where's Poppa?" (36 weeks) and "The Twelve Chairs" (12 weeks). #HaroldAndMaude #ClassicCinema #Minneapolis #TheWestgate

This week on the blog, the one movie where Steven Soderbergh never felt rushed (and why that changed forever). tinyurl.com/mryamae8 Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/5cpckhhb #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

The new book, "Held Over: Harold and Maude at The Westgate Theater" is now available for pre-order in 3 formats: Paperback, Hardcover, and Deluxe Hardcover. www.albertsbridgebooks.com#/held-over-h... #BookSky #CultFilm #HaroldandMaude #FilmHistory

This week on the blog, writer/director Miranda July on trusting your instincts as a creator in her low-budget classic, 'Me and You and Everyone We Know.' tinyurl.com/5e34z5u8 Or here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/37h2xs5s #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

It's The Most Murderous Time of the Year ... When the director of the theater's annual production of A Christmas Carol is found murdered, Leah must figure out who the killer is before they kill again. www.elimarksmysteries.com#/rehearsed-t... #BookSky #CozyMystery #Mystery #AChristmasCarol

On the latest episode of the podcast, Chapter Sixteen of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… Joshua Jay. tinyurl.com/ypf7wnjn #Interviews #cozymystery #MYSTERY #audiobook #BookSky

This week on the blog, director Lesli Linka Glatter on Risk, Reinvention, and Breaking into Film. tinyurl.com/3cnkxure Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/yuucwv2h #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

This week on the blog: L.M. Kit Carson on Improvising Truth: Inside the Revolutionary Vision of “David Holzman’s Diary.” tinyurl.com/2e4bzar8 Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/yrxp67b2 #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

One week from tonight: Monday, August 18, join me in conversation with the always charming Jim Cunningham. buytickets.at/minnesotamys... #Booksky #EliMarks

On the latest episode of the podcast, Magical Katrina reveals her unconventional path from clown school to professional magic ... then ominous secrets at Baxter's mansion in “The Linking Rings.” tinyurl.com/3v7229ua #Interviews #cozymystery #MYSTERY #audiobook

Nearly reached double the goal, with one week to go! Be the first to own one of these beautiful books! www.kickstarter.com/projects/you... #booktok #HaroldandMaude

In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the film, writer/director Kenneth Lonergan on his low-budget classic, “You Can Count on Me.” tinyurl.com/5wzurbmc Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/4btwr4hs #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

The paperback proof is done! The book designer in the UK sent me a short video of the proof of the paperback version of the book. It looks fantastic! Coming soon: The hardcover proof! #BookSky #CultFilm #CultFilms #ProofCopy #HaroldandMaude Get your copy here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/you...

This week on the blog: From Actress to Acclaimed Director: Kasi Lemmons' Incredible Journey with "Eve's Bayou" tinyurl.com/4yjy9wbh Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/4s7v99e8 #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

Reached my goal! Thanks to everyone who supported the campaign. Still not too late to grab your copy of this one-of-a-kind book. www.kickstarter.com/projects/you... #booksky #HaroldandMaude #cultfilm #cultfilms

This week on the blog: Low-Budget, High Impact: How Joan Micklin Silver’s “Hester Street” Changed the Rules of Indie Filmmaking. tinyurl.com/444ucvbn Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/mry26sms #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

The official book launch for the latest Eli Marks book ("Twisting the Aces" - Book 10) will be this Saturday (July 26) at Once Upon a Crime bookstore here in Minneapolis, from noon to 2:00 p.m. If you're in the neighborhood, stop by and say hi! tinyurl.com/ye292295 #Booksky #NewBook #CozyMystery

On the latest episode of the podcast, Chapter Fourteen of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… Mike Super. tinyurl.com/mru6873u #Interviews #cozymystery #MYSTERY #audiobook #booksky #mikesuper

Coming soon: A book about how "Harold and Maude" became a cult film. And the theater where it all happened. Join the Kickstarter campaign now! www.kickstarter.com/projects/you... #booksky #HaroldandMaude #film #CultFilm

Coming Soon! The story of how The Westgate Theater made "Harold and Maude" into a cult classic. A beautiful book and a fascinating story. Back the campaign! www.kickstarter.com/projects/you... #booksky #kickstarter #HaroldandMaude #NewBook

This week on the blog: Director John Badham on Mastering Quick Filmmaking and the Art of Collaborating with Actors. tinyurl.com/63yf2xx4 Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/2vp9mat6 #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

Launch Day! Book Ten in the Eli Marks mystery series is here! "Twisting the Aces" finds Eli and Uncle Harry embroiled in a murder at the world-famous Magic Castle. buy.bookfunnel.com/efdi3ldg4j #booksky #mystery #cozymystery

My first interview with "Twisting the Aces" co-writer Michael Varma ... and only the second time we've seen each other live and in person (via Zoom). #booksky youtu.be/GtasxR_uCN8?...

The Director Who Threw Away His Script and Never Looked Back: How Henry Jaglom Reinvented Filmmaking. tinyurl.com/55dahpts Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/2ctrvpv6 #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

One of the most frequent questions I get is: If there was a movie or limited series of one of the Eli Marks books, who would you like to play Eli? Uncle Harry? Megan? Franny? Mr. Lime? I have my thoughts ... but what do you think? #booktok #movie #film #limitedseries #elimarks

On the latest episode of the podcast, we chat with forensic image analyst George Reis about his work and his interest in magic … and then Chapter 13 of “The Linking Rings.” tinyurl.com/5b3bk68r #Interviews #cozymystery #MYSTERY #audiobook

This week on the blog: ‘20 Days, No Script: The fascinating story behind the early digital classic, “Lisa Picard Is Famous.” tinyurl.com/yckdp86u Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/maw67vpt #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

This week on the blog: ‘Subtext is Everything’: Eric Bogosian’s Best Advice for Low-Budget Screenwriters. tinyurl.com/43h33crw Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/3s5udert #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

A unique approach to filing books. #booksky

On the latest episode of the podcast, Chapter Twelve of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… Steve Cohen, discussing the practicalities of Max Malini's card stab trick. tinyurl.com/h66th84m #Interviews #cozymystery #MYSTERY #audiobook

Coming Soon -- A New Book about "Harold and Maude" and the theater that helped make it a cult classic. #booksky #film #Cultfilm #BudCort #HaroldandMaude #ClassicCinema #70sCinema #HalAshby

Coming Soon -- a book about Harold and Maude's remarkable two-year run at The Westgate Theater, with behind-the-scenes photos from the making of the movie #booksky #film #Cultfilm #BudCort #HaroldandMaude #ClassicCinema #70sCinema #halashby

Coming Soon -- a book about Harold and Maude's remarkable two-year run at The Westgate Theater, with behind-the-scenes photos from the making of the movie. #booktok #booktokbooks #film #Cultfilm #BudCort #HaroldandMaude #ClassicCinema #70sCinema #halashby

This week on the blog: Writer/Director Stefan Schaefer on “Confess” -- "He Wrote 15 Drafts and Wanted to 'Hurl Himself from the Balcony' tinyurl.com/2vxucjff Or read it here on SubStack: tinyurl.com/yn7wswcm #CultClassic #IndependentFilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking

Coming this summer: It’s the story of a film that wouldn't die. And the theater that gave it life. Held Over: Harold and Maude at The Westgate Theater. #BookSky #Movie #MovieBook #FilmBook

The new Eli Marks book (Book #10: Twisting the Aces) will be released on July 15th! Newsletter subscribers can get the eBook (at a discount) on July 1st. Join the newsletter and grab this new Eli mystery right away! www.subscribepage.com/albertsbridg... #BlueSky #Cozy #CozyMystery #Mystery