Jenny Morrill Apr 12, 2017
80s and 90s kids: prepare to discover your new favourite shop...
Sometimes, you have to dig a bit to find real treasures. A cult film, an out-of-print book, an unsigned local band, or, in this case, the best shop in the world.
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Bargains Galore, tucked away in the middle of a shopping street in Holyhead, looks like an unassuming souvenir and general odds 'n' ends shop. You'd be forgiven for walking past the buckets and spades, and the odd jackets, without giving it a second glance. You'd also be making a huge mistake.
Bargains Galore is no ordinary tat shop. Step inside its Tardis-like interior, and you're presented with a wonderland of retro paraphernalia, toys and collectibles.
There is no discernible...
80s and 90s kids: prepare to discover your new favourite shop...
Sometimes, you have to dig a bit to find real treasures. A cult film, an out-of-print book, an unsigned local band, or, in this case, the best shop in the world.
See related Geeks Vs Loneliness: being lonely on purpose Geeks Vs Loneliness: how food gave me an anxiety attack Geeks Vs Loneliness: giving up the guilt
Bargains Galore, tucked away in the middle of a shopping street in Holyhead, looks like an unassuming souvenir and general odds 'n' ends shop. You'd be forgiven for walking past the buckets and spades, and the odd jackets, without giving it a second glance. You'd also be making a huge mistake.
Bargains Galore is no ordinary tat shop. Step inside its Tardis-like interior, and you're presented with a wonderland of retro paraphernalia, toys and collectibles.
There is no discernible...
- 4/10/2017
- Den of Geek
From Bananaman to Grange Hill, join us in a spot of TV nostalgia as we celebrate 50 great 1980s kids' TV theme songs...
There comes a time to turn away from the horrors of the world and retreat underneath the soft, comforting duvet of nostalgia. That time is Friday. That metaphorical duvet is below.
Here are fifty of the best kids’ TV theme songs (spread over two pages and in arbitrary order) of the 1980s. Some, like Alan Hawkshaw’s distinctive Grange Hill intro, are unarguable classics of the era, while others, like Mike Harding's Count Duckula, only started in the late-eighties and spent the rest of their run in the next decade.
Obviously, there being only 50 on this list, we may have missed out your favourite (deliberately or otherwise). Let us know if so, but remember that links may take a while to appear in the comments thread because...
There comes a time to turn away from the horrors of the world and retreat underneath the soft, comforting duvet of nostalgia. That time is Friday. That metaphorical duvet is below.
Here are fifty of the best kids’ TV theme songs (spread over two pages and in arbitrary order) of the 1980s. Some, like Alan Hawkshaw’s distinctive Grange Hill intro, are unarguable classics of the era, while others, like Mike Harding's Count Duckula, only started in the late-eighties and spent the rest of their run in the next decade.
Obviously, there being only 50 on this list, we may have missed out your favourite (deliberately or otherwise). Let us know if so, but remember that links may take a while to appear in the comments thread because...
- 7/29/2015
- by simonbrew
- Den of Geek
Feature Mark Pickavance 26 Feb 2013 - 15:09
Mark Pickavance remembers one of his personal heroes, the creator of Roobarb, Henry's Cat and much, much more, UK animator Bob Godfrey...
It was with great sadness that I read this week of the passing of a stalwart of British animation and utterly unique personality, Bob Godfrey.
There was a time thirty years ago when I knew Bob quite well, as he was one of my animation lecturers, and by far the most entertaining of the bunch. He had a special way at looking at whatever was created and seeing something in it that others entirely missed, usually in a decidedly subversive way. That contrasted heavily with those others who taught me at the time, the majority of who had some social-political axe to grind. Bob was overtly uncomplicated, and not remotely interested in the subtle context or pushing any agenda.
What was marvellous...
Mark Pickavance remembers one of his personal heroes, the creator of Roobarb, Henry's Cat and much, much more, UK animator Bob Godfrey...
It was with great sadness that I read this week of the passing of a stalwart of British animation and utterly unique personality, Bob Godfrey.
There was a time thirty years ago when I knew Bob quite well, as he was one of my animation lecturers, and by far the most entertaining of the bunch. He had a special way at looking at whatever was created and seeing something in it that others entirely missed, usually in a decidedly subversive way. That contrasted heavily with those others who taught me at the time, the majority of who had some social-political axe to grind. Bob was overtly uncomplicated, and not remotely interested in the subtle context or pushing any agenda.
What was marvellous...
- 2/26/2013
- by louisamellor
- Den of Geek
The godfather of British animation, celebrated for his short films and the children's TV series Roobarb, has died aged 91
Roobarb, When Custard Got Too Near The Bone
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It's a sad coincidence to lose the great animator Bob Godfrey a week after the death of Richard Briers, the man who gave a voice to Roobarb. It was perfect after-school viewing for a generation of 70s kids (and parents) – a great riff on that classic cartoon set-up: a dog and a cat. With its famous wobbly lines and shimmering felt-tip backgrounds, Roobarb had a deceptive charm, set in a world that almost felt like it could have stepped out of a school art class; but of course, it took a master animator to make it look so simple.
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"Always have someone chasing someone else.
Roobarb, When Custard Got Too Near The Bone
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It's a sad coincidence to lose the great animator Bob Godfrey a week after the death of Richard Briers, the man who gave a voice to Roobarb. It was perfect after-school viewing for a generation of 70s kids (and parents) – a great riff on that classic cartoon set-up: a dog and a cat. With its famous wobbly lines and shimmering felt-tip backgrounds, Roobarb had a deceptive charm, set in a world that almost felt like it could have stepped out of a school art class; but of course, it took a master animator to make it look so simple.
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"Always have someone chasing someone else.
- 2/23/2013
- by Richard Vine
- The Guardian - Film News
Animator of Henry's Cat and Roobarb, he won an Oscar for his short film Great
Bob Godfrey, who has died aged 91, was the godfather of British animation, celebrated for short films including the initially banned Kama Sutra Rides Again (1972) and the Oscar-winning Great (1975) as well as his children's TV series Roobarb (1974), narrated by Richard Briers, and the Bafta-winning Henry's Cat (1982-93), narrated by Bob. His seemingly simple drawings drew their strength from posture and gesture and his constant innovations in style were the result of shoestring budgets. He was in every way a true amateur film-maker who produced, directed, animated, acted in and did the voiceovers for his films. His influence on leading animators cannot be overestimated: Richard Williams (Who Framed Roger Rabbit) worked in his basement; Terry Gilliam made his Monty Python animations overnight in Bob's studio, as he could not afford his own place; and Nick Park credits The Do-It-Yourself Animation Show,...
Bob Godfrey, who has died aged 91, was the godfather of British animation, celebrated for short films including the initially banned Kama Sutra Rides Again (1972) and the Oscar-winning Great (1975) as well as his children's TV series Roobarb (1974), narrated by Richard Briers, and the Bafta-winning Henry's Cat (1982-93), narrated by Bob. His seemingly simple drawings drew their strength from posture and gesture and his constant innovations in style were the result of shoestring budgets. He was in every way a true amateur film-maker who produced, directed, animated, acted in and did the voiceovers for his films. His influence on leading animators cannot be overestimated: Richard Williams (Who Framed Roger Rabbit) worked in his basement; Terry Gilliam made his Monty Python animations overnight in Bob's studio, as he could not afford his own place; and Nick Park credits The Do-It-Yourself Animation Show,...
- 2/23/2013
- by Stan Hayward
- The Guardian - Film News
Animator Bob Godfrey has died at the age of 91.
His family confirmed the news of his passing today (February 22).
Godfrey was best known for drawing Roobarb and Henry's Cat, but also won an Academy Award for 1975 short film Great.
The film won a BAFTA too, and Godfrey won another British Academy prize for his cartoon Henry 9 To 5. He was also awarded an MBE in 1986.
Roobarb, which was created by Grange Calveley, was narrated by actor Richard Briers, who died earlier this week at the age of 79.
Co-Owner and Creative Director of Aardman Animations Peter Lord wrote on Twitter: "Ah! Dear old Bob Godfrey is no more.
"A great influence and inspiration to me and my generation of animators. Also a lovely bloke."
Watch the first episode of Henry's Cat below:...
His family confirmed the news of his passing today (February 22).
Godfrey was best known for drawing Roobarb and Henry's Cat, but also won an Academy Award for 1975 short film Great.
The film won a BAFTA too, and Godfrey won another British Academy prize for his cartoon Henry 9 To 5. He was also awarded an MBE in 1986.
Roobarb, which was created by Grange Calveley, was narrated by actor Richard Briers, who died earlier this week at the age of 79.
Co-Owner and Creative Director of Aardman Animations Peter Lord wrote on Twitter: "Ah! Dear old Bob Godfrey is no more.
"A great influence and inspiration to me and my generation of animators. Also a lovely bloke."
Watch the first episode of Henry's Cat below:...
- 2/22/2013
- Digital Spy
Anna Williamson is one of the hosts of new Nickelodeon kids' reality show Camp Orange. Alongside co-presenter Jamie Rickers, she will be challenging groups of friends to battle it out in the Bush and partake in Aussie outback adventures. "It's the first kids' reality TV show of its kind. It's a reality show that's real family viewing," Williamson told Digital Spy. We caught up with the Camp Orange star to find out her TV loves and pet hates when she's not busy filming. Favourite children's TV show...
"I really liked Button Moon. I always remember *sings* "we're off to Button Moon". I was also a big fan of a show called Chockablock. That was great. And Playschool. All the old classics. Henry's Cat - that had the best theme tune ever." I loved Button Moon, (more)...
"I really liked Button Moon. I always remember *sings* "we're off to Button Moon". I was also a big fan of a show called Chockablock. That was great. And Playschool. All the old classics. Henry's Cat - that had the best theme tune ever." I loved Button Moon, (more)...
- 7/11/2011
- by By Alex Fletcher
- Digital Spy
Vera Farmiga and James Caan have signed on to join Keanu Reeves in Henry's Crime, a new romantic comedy based on a script by Sacha Anvil! Gervasi. 44 Inch Chest director Malcolm Neville will take a break from directing Ray Winstone to use really rather naughty language to direct*.The story's largely under wraps for the moment, but we do know that Reeves will play a "big-hearted" man called Henry who is falsely accused of robbing a bank in Buffalo. Farmiga's his love interest - we're going to go ahead and guess she's his lawyer. There's no word on Caan's role yet though. And it's probably too much to hope that Henry's Cat will also turn up. Production begins in New York state later in the year, so expect to see this late in 2010. Huh, wonder if we can get Anvil on the soundtrack?*At least, we're assuming this film won't feature quite so much swearing.
- 10/29/2009
- EmpireOnline
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