Richard Kiley Movies
Richard Kiley trained for a theatrical career at the Barnum Dramatic School. Just before his World War II service, Kiley played small roles in several Chicago-based radio programs. He relocated to New York in 1947, making his Broadway debut in a 1953 revival of Shaw's Misalliance (which earned him a Theatre World Award). He spent the next two decades alternating in "straight" plays and musicals: his credits in the latter category include Kismet, Redhead, No Strings and, of course, his Tony-winning dual performance as Cervantes and Quixote in Man of La Mancha. In films from 1950, Kiley was often cast as a menace, never more so than in 1953's Pickup on South Street, in which he commits the heinously antisocial act of murdering Thelma Ritter. He was more sympathetic as the alcoholic teacher in The Blackboard Jungle (1955), whose faith in his abilities is irreparably damaged when his juvenile delinquent students wantonly destroy his valuable record collection. On television, Kiley starred in the original 1956 staging of Rod Serlings Patterns and was Emmy-nominated for his work in The Thorn Birds (1983), Do You Remember Love? (1988), Separate But Equal (1990),and his own starring series A Year in the Life (1989). He finally won the Emmy for a 1994 guest appearance in Picket Fences. Ironically, the most successful film endeavor with which Richard Kiley was associated was one in which only his voice is heard; he's the fellow who explains the cloning process in the opening animated sequences of Jurassic Park (1993). ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1994
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This 50-minute video tells all about the life and enduring faith of Abraham. Learn why Christians, Jews and others revere the purity of Abraham's belief that God is always loving and would always stand by him. Scholars are interviewed who have spent their professional lives searching for proof that Abraham truly existed. They discuss what they have learned from the 1,500 cuneiform tablets discovered at the ancient city of Ebla. The narrator repeats the basic Old Testament story in which Abraham was asked to sacrifice his son. Viewers will hear many things that can help them decide whether they fully believe that it was Abraham's covenant with God that led to the birth of Israel. Also includes an informative visit to a number of historic and beautiful areas of Israel. ~ Elizabeth Smith, All Movie Guide
- 1994
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Revelations is one of the most cryptic and powerfully written books of the Bible. It foretells that the world will end violently. Scholars, mystics, and laymen study this final book of the Bible and try to interpret the series of numbers, beasts, and warnings. A&E presents this documentary, filmed on-location in Jerusalem and other Middle East locations, to explore these mysteries, including who the true author is. Richard Kiley and Jean Simmons narrate. ~ Nicole Jones, All Movie Guide
- 1994
Kodiac Island in the Gulf of Alaska is home to the amazing Kodiak bears, cousins of the grizzly, which reach an astounding 1,500 pounds. This National Geographic documentary follows the development of the tiny cubs until they become 2 year olds. Then their mothers reject them and they must follow a tough life of survival. Eventually the bears learn to feast on salmon and to call truces during mating season. Encounters with humans nearby often lead to tragic consequences, as foraging bears are fatally shot by locals. Most of the island is a bear refuge, with the remainder belonging to Native Americans since 1970. But the encroachment of some unapproved housing on bear habitat suggests that humans are still wresting with how to share the island peaceably. ~ Gayla Mills, All Movie Guide
- 1993
Emotionally distant since the death of his wife, Sisko finds himself falling in love. The object of this passion is a mysterious young woman named Fenna (Salli Elise Richardson). Fenna's uncanny resemblance to the wife of an arrogant visiting scientist (Richard Kiley) is not something that can, or will, be passed off lightly, as Sisko learns to his dismay. Scripted by Mark Gehred-O'Connell, Ira Steven Behr, and Robert Hewitt Wolfe, "Second Sight" was first aired November 20, 1993. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1993
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This video is part of a series that investigates some of the best-known stories in the Bible. Are the mythical stories also factual? Archeologists and scholars have gathered a wealth of information which they share with the viewer. This program looks at the lives of four important Bible heroes: Jesus, Abraham, Joseph, and King David. Their stories are told with re-enactments and expert commentary to assess their historical, religious, and cultural value in ancient times and in the modern world. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide
Steven Spielberg's phenomenally successful sci-fi adventure thriller is graced by state-of-the-art special effects from the team of Stan Winston, Phil Tippett and Michael Lantieri from George Lucas's Industrial Light & Magic. The film follows two dinosaur experts -- Dr. Alan Grant (Sam Neill) and Dr. Ellie Sattler Laura Dern) -- as they are invited by eccentric millionaire John Hammond (Richard Attenborough) to preview his new amusement park on an island off Costa Rica. By cloning DNA harvested from pre-historic insects, Hammond has been able to create living dinosaurs for his new Jurassic Park, an immense animal preserve housing real brachiosaurs, dilophosaurs, triceratops, velociraptors, and a Tyrannosaur Rex. Accompanied by cynical scientist Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum), who is obsessed with chaos theory, and Hammond's two grandchildren (Ariana Richards and Joseph Mazzello), they are sent on a tour through Hammond's new resort in computer controlled touring cars. But as a tropical storm hits the island, knocking out the power supply, and an unscrupulous employee (Wayne Knight) sabotages the system so that he can smuggle dinosaur embryos out of the park, the dinosaurs start to rage out of control. Grant then has to bring Hammond's grandchildren back to safety as the group is pursued by the gigantic man-eating beasts. ~ Paul Brenner, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Sam Neill, Laura Dern, (more)
- 1992
Those intrigued by rare underground worlds will delight in this video that takes the viewer to such uncommon wonders as New Mexico's Lechuguilla cave, which extends for many miles. It contains stalactites and stalagmites that offer their own special challenges. Viewers will enjoy watching as the mysterious darkness is illumined by the flashlights of the guides. The intricacies of a cave's food chain are explained, while unique fish and other life forms are spotted and examined. Ancient cave paintings are also shown. The footprints of past explorers remind viewers that caves have intrigued many for countless years. Interesting historical information is also included concerning past journeys into a number of well-known caves.
~ Elizabeth Smith, All Movie Guide
~ Elizabeth Smith, All Movie Guide
- 1992
Comets have hit the earth and left their mark in the past. This video explores what could happen if a collision occurred between a comet and earth. It presents footage of the 1908 Siberian impact and proof of ancient impact sites. The program helps illustrate the possibilities with photos of upper atmosphere explosions and computer simulations. ~ Linda J. Shriver, All Movie Guide
Based on the ground-breaking Brown vs. the Board of Education case, the made-for-television Separate But Equal follows a young Thurgood Marshall (Sidney Poitier) as a lawyer who argues the racially-charged lawsuit before the Supreme Court. When the black students of Clarendon County, South Carolina are denied their request for a single schoolbus, a bitter and courages battle for justice and equality begins. The NAACP lawyer's desparate fight for the civil rights that didn't come with the outlaw of slavery nearly a century ago becomes an all-encompassing struggle both in his personal life as well as the courtroom. Marshall's opponent is John W. Davis (Burt Lancaster) and the two argue passionately and eloquently before a Supreme Court led by Chief Justice Earl Warren $Richard Kiley). Separate But Equal is a moving and human dramatization of one of the most pivotal court cases in American history. ~ Tracie Cooper, All Movie Guide
- 1991
This made-for-TV family film (produced for the Wonderworks series) is based on the famous story by Oscar Wilde. While the Otis Family is enjoying a vacation in an Old English estate, a number of strange and unexplained occurrences lead several members of the family to suspect that the old house is haunted. As it turns out, the spirit of the long dead Simon de Canterville walks the halls of the mansion, but when the Otises encounter him face to face, they discover that he's as scared of them as they are of him. While Mom and Dad try to keep the ghost at bay, their daughter Virginia befriends the spirit and tries to help him break the family curse that will not allow his spirit to rest. The cast includes Richard Kiley, Shelly Fabares, and Mary Wickes. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Richard Kiley
- 1991
This National Geographic documentary explores the depths of man's obsession with precious stones. By showing how the stones are formed, mined and then used, National Geographic: Splendid Stones gives the viewer an in-depth look at why these jewels of the earth are so valuable. Also explored is the folklore of certain stones' powers and the eerie stories of what some people have done to obtain them. ~ Ed Atkinson, All Movie Guide
- 1991
Hollywood Collection: William Holden - The Golden Boy takes a comprehensive look at an unconventional actor, who frequently chose untraditional projects. William Holden appeared in more than 70 films, generally as the leading man, including Love in the Afternoon, Sunset Boulevard, Sabrina, Golden Boy, and The Country Girl. This biographical video features one-on-one interviews with actors Stefanie Powers, Robert Wagner, Robert Mitchum, and Cliff Robertson. The interview footage, alongside clips from some of Holden's more memorable film performances, offers an insider's look at a legendary celebrity. Featured film footage is in technicolor and black-and-white. ~ Betsy Boyd, All Movie Guide
- 1991
In 1988, Nancy Klein, the pregnant wife of Long Island accountant Marty Klein, was involved in a car accident that left her comatose. Convinced that Nancy would never recover if she went to full term with the baby, Marty asked the doctors to perform an abortion. Almost immediately, Nancy Klein became a cause celebre for pro-life and pro-choice activists alike. Made for television, Absolute Strangers recreates this traumatic event and the drawn-out courtroom litigation that followed. Henry Winkler, who produced the film, returned to acting after a long absence to play Klein; others in the cast include Jennifer Hetrick as Nancy, Richard Kiley as Dr. R. J. Cannon, Karl Malden and Audra Lindley as Nancy's parents, and Patty Duke as a lower-court judge. Though it is clear that the filmmaker's sympathies are clearly on Marty Klein's side, the script remains even-handed throughout, observing that the pro-choicers can be just as narrow-minded and contentious as the "absolute strangers" who wish to usurp Marty Klein's rights concerning his wife's wellbeing. Written by playwright Robert Anderson (Tea and Sympathy, I Never Sang For My Father), Absolute Strangers premiered April 14, 1991. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Henry Winkler, Richard Kiley, (more)
Matt Dillon is the only one available from the series in this movie. This time he discovers that he has a daughter he never even knew that he had. Unfortunately, however, she has been kidnapped by some renegade Apaches. Needless to say, the now retired Marshall Dillon comes out of retirement to go to her rescue. Surprisingly respectful and thoughtful with regards to Native American relations. ~ Tana Hobart, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- James Arness, Richard Kiley, (more)
- 1990
This National Geographic documentary examines the life of the African Crocodile. Shot mainly along the Grumeti River in Tanzania, it studies the hunting, mating, and parenting habits of these mammoth reptiles. Actor Richard Kiley narrates. ~ Ed Atkinson, All Movie Guide
- 1990
Part of the World of Discovery series, which investigates animals within their wilderness habitat, World of Discovery: Cougar, Ghost of the Rockies follows wildlife filmmaker Jim Dutcher and Dr. Morris Hornocker, a mountain lion expert, as they observe and record a wild mountain lion and her babies. The men engage in a dangerous two-year expedition to track the mountain lion and her cubs and to capture key footage of the creatures' interaction. ~ Betsy Boyd, All Movie Guide
Wendell B. Harris wrote, directed, and stars in Chameleon Street, a sly comedy based loosely on the real-life exploits of conman William Douglas Street, who demonstrates a gift for becoming what people want him to be. The film opens with Street (Harris) being interviewed by a prison psychiatrist. In this scene, he expresses what is basically his mantra, "I think, therefore I scam." The film then flashes back to Street's earlier days, living with his parents, and working for his taciturn father installing burglar alarms. Street eventually marries a beautiful, intelligent woman, Gabrielle (Angela Leslie), who sends him off each day with the same message -- "Make some money." Overcome by boredom and desperate for cash, Street concocts a shakedown scheme that completely backfires when his accomplice, Curtis (Anthony Ennis), signs Street's name to the extortion note, and sends it to the local papers. Ironically, no charges are pressed, and the scam turns Street, briefly, into a media darling. He finds he enjoys the spotlight. Gabrielle is less pleased. Street next tries to pass himself off as a writer from Time Magazine in order to interview a women's basketball player (Paula McGee, who plays herself). "She had the four 'B's," he exults, "Black, Beauty, Brains, and Basketball." As his relationship with his now pregnant wife disintegrates, Street engages in his most ambitious scheme yet -- posing as an Harvard-educated intern at a local hospital. Everything is going smoothly until he's called upon to perform a hysterectomy. Harris' low-budget film won the grand prize at the Sundance Film Festival, but only received limited theatrical distribution. Harris disappeared from national view until his memorable supporting role in Steven Soderbergh's Out of Sight in 1998. He also had a small part in the 2000 teen comedy Road Trip. ~ Josh Ralske, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Wendell B. Harris, Jr., Angela Leslie, (more)
