Andrew Solt Movies

Throughout the years, The Ed Sullivan Show became famous for its unique segments and guests during the holiday season. In this collection, comedic performers, including the Muppets and Topo Gigio are featured, in addition to Johnny Mathis, Sergio Franchi, Bing Crosby, and Elvis Presley. Also among the talents are Paul Anka, Gene Autry, Milton Berle, Mel Brooks, Della Reese, Shari Lewis, Bob Newhart, Sid Caesar, and Carl Reiner. ~ Tracie Cooper, All Movie Guide

The Ed Sullivan Show was the definitive variety show on television for over two decades. This compilation is comprised of a series of musical performances by some of the greatest names in rock history including a half-dozen appearances by Elvis Presley as well as songs by The Beatles, Sly & the Family Stone, and "The Killer" Jerry Lee Lewis. ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

Ed Sullivan's variety show was in its day the most popular variety show on television. Many of the world's most loved musical artists got their big break in America playing on Sullivan's show. This release compiles memorable musical moments from that show dating from the mid sixties. The Rolling Stones, he Supremes, Tom Jones, The Animals, The Mamas & the Papas, The Association, and others perform their biggest hits. The DVD release offers discographies for some of the artists. ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

This two-hour TV entertainment special takes a surface skim (95 minutes minus commercials and promos) over the history of CBS, quickly skipping past decades of CBS radio to concentrate on CBS television from the late '40s to the present. It features more than a dozen hosts (Adam Arkin, Ed Bradley, Carol Burnett, David Copperfield, Roma Downey, Fran Drescher, Don Johnson, Angela Lansbury, David Letterman, Cheech Marin, Mary Tyler Moore, Dan Rather, Della Reese, Ray Romano, Jane Seymour) introducing a parade of primetime clips covering a variety of shows, events, and people -- Ed Sullivan, The Carol Burnette Show, 60 Minutes (Mike Wallace interviewing Barbra Streisand), Gunsmoke, The Honeymooners, Edward R. Murrow (his oft-seen editorial on Joe McCarthy), I Love Lucy, The Twilight Zone, The Waltons, Dan Rather reporting from Vietnam, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Green Acres, Dallas, Petticoat Junction, The Beverly Hillbillies, M*A*S*H, The Andy Griffith Show, Murphy Brown, the JFK assassination, and more -- with reminiscences from Tom and Dick Smothers, David Letterman (on Ed Sullivan), Larry Hagman (on "Who shot J.R.?"), Alan Alda, Ron Howard, Walter Cronkite, and others. At 95 minutes, these nostalgic nods, truncated tributes, and familiar faces might leave many viewers yearning for an archeological dig through the little-seen rarities and antiquities buried in the Museum of Television & Radio collection while waiting for the major networks to cover broadcasting history in depth. Premiered May 20, 1998 on CBS. ~ Bhob Stewart, All Movie Guide

Ten of America's most famous stand-up comics gather to let comedy fans take a peek behind the curtains as they discuss their experiences, influences, and how they got their big break in this release featuring Paul Reiser, Bill Mahr, Carol Liefer, Larry Miller, George Wallace, and more. Early performances by comics Andy Kauffman, George Carlin, Joan Rivers, Robert Klein, Jackie Vernon, and Richard Pryor are included to offer a look at stand up history in the making. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Produced by Time Life Video & Television, History of Rock 'n' Roll: My Generation is part 6 in a 10-tape documentary series that depicts the history of rock from its inception to punk and beyond. The music of The Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, and Santana are featured in this segment. Other tapes in the set include: History of Rock 'n' Roll: Rock 'n' Roll Explodes, History of Rock 'n' Roll: Good Rockin' Tonight, History of Rock 'n' Roll: Britain Invades, America Fights Back, History of Rock 'n' Roll: Plugging In, History of Rock 'n' Roll: The Sounds of Soul, History of Rock 'n' Roll: Guitar Heroes, History of Rock 'n' Roll: The 70's, History of Rock 'n' Roll: Punk, and History of Rock 'n' Roll: Up from the Underground. ~ Kathleen Wildasin, All Movie Guide

The Ed Sullivan Show was responsible for introducing young America to the performers and performances that would come to define a generation. In this particular compilation of performance segments from the "Really Big Show," viewers are introduced to many of the young comedians who made the world laugh throughout the 1960s, including Carol Burnett and Jerry Lewis. ~ Rob Ferrier, All Movie Guide

This video constitutes first-release footage of early performances, and clips from Elvis' last concert, to paint a portrait of the effects of fame on the King's life. It was put together and narrated by D.J./musician George Klein. ~ All Movie Guide

Marilyn Monroe continues to fascinate people a quarter century after her premature death. This program is intended for those who simply want to know more about this beautiful blonde movie star or for those who are curious about her relationships with the Kennedy men and her marriages to baseball great Joe DiMaggio and playwright Arthur Miller. This tribute to the actress includes film clips shot during her teenage years and at special moments when her career was still on an upswing. Gloria Steinem, Robert Wagner, Robert Mitchum, and Susan Strasberg all share their thoughts about Monroe's career and enduring cultural legacy. ~ Elizabeth Smith, All Movie Guide

Latter-day comedy stars like Dan Aykroyd and John Candy host this compilation of clips from Hollywood's most famed bad movies, including Plan 9 From Outer Space, Untamed Women and Robot Monster. ~ Jason Ankeny, All Movie Guide

A fantastic collection of film footage from many rock 'n' roll greats such as Elvis Presley, the Beatles, Chubby Checker and many more. ~ All Movie Guide