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Post by wheezer on Mar 15, 2016 19:02:03 GMT -5
I might've missed someone-- please let me know if I did! Aside from that, I suppose this was created out of curiosity. I set the limit to three due to the fact that I think it's way too darn hard to choose just one favorite! Limit has been set to one to keep the ratio even.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 18, 2016 13:48:21 GMT -5
Darla.
But not the one from the theatrical shorts, but more the version in the 1982 animated series because of her updated hairstyle, plus she wore a pink dress with a knee-length skirt in all but one 11-minute cartoon, unlike in the original theatrical shorts where she wore skirts short enough to expose her underwear. I personally despise miniskirts.
My avatat and username obviously explains my being a fan of 80s style Darla Hood.
Judging by her look, how old do you think the animated Darla appears to be? I know she'd be older than Buckwheat and Porky. I'm leaning towards seven.
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Post by mtw12055 on Mar 18, 2016 14:26:18 GMT -5
That's a tough one. Each Rascal brought something unique to the table. If I had the time, I'd go down the list and say something positive about every one of those kids.
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Post by tboneator64 on Mar 18, 2016 15:42:35 GMT -5
Is voting done by clicking on the names? I'm confused as I don't see the usual Check dots or squares! CHEERS!
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Post by wheezer on Mar 19, 2016 9:37:41 GMT -5
That's a tough one. Each Rascal brought something unique to the table. If I had the time, I'd go down the list and say something positive about every one of those kids. - Ernie Morrison made his mark by being the first black performer to be signed to a long-term contract, and he also helped start Our Gang -- by being the first actor for it, really -- and that's really impressive.
- Mickey Daniels was considered by many of those that he worked with to be the funniest (freckle-faced, redheaded) kids you'd ever meet. He had a very strong presence in the shorts.
- Jackie Condon was very gentlemanly, as told by Peggy Ahern, and really established the tag-a-long role. Ahern remembered his gentleness and politeness fondly.
- Allen Hoskins was in the most shorts out of everyone, with 105 to his name. His natural talent is astounding.
- Jack Davis, though he perhaps had a blessing in being thrown into military school 19 shorts in, had very satisfactory performances.
- Mary Kornman was full of poise and sophistication, and was very humble about her time in the gang, calling it a "a fun, privileged experience."
- Joe Cobb managed to have a wide grin and a positive outlook towards things, despite being deeply hurt by the loss of his mother.
- Eugene Jackson was the first black child actor to have a speaking role in a major motion picture. It's amazing to see what he was able to do.
- Johnny Downs, even with his old age, reached out to stay in touch with fellow rascals and fans.
- Jay R. Smith was very kindhearted, and though it led to his demise, it was a very positive influence on those around him.
- Jean Darling worked incredibly hard, with up to seven stage show performances a day. Her work ethic was amazing.
- Bobby Hutchins, even with all that people thought was going on at home, had incredible performances in almost every short he was in, if not all.
- Harry Spear, despite altogether rejecting his time in the gang, had excellent work in the shorts, and though a lot of him remains shrouded with mystery, he was still adorable!
- Mary Ann Jackson had very lovable and strong performances, and was exactly what the gang needed in the awkward transitional phase.
- Pete was a dog.
- Chubby, despite passing before he could've seen the end of the series, brought much laughter and joy from his time in the gang-- and really deserved that headstone.
- Jackie Cooper was a spirited youngster who boosted up the gang just when it needed help, despite having a rather short stay.
- Donald Haines playing opposite of Jackie Cooper was and is rather pleasant to watch. It was also honorable that he died for his country, even if that meant making the ultimate sacrifice at age 23.
- Dorothy DeBorba is known for having some of the funniest lines out of the whole series... not to mention she, Wheezer, and Stymie carried the series in the short downtime following Fly My Kite.
- Matthew Beard was not only one of the funniest rascals, but also had the heart to ask that his parents name his baby brother after Dickie Moore. How lovely!
- Jerry Tucker, as one of the last few remaining rascals that had more than just one miscellaneous appearance, is amazing for making it as old as he is.
- Kendall McComas might have had a rather short gang experience, but his energy and vigor made his appearances influential.
- Dickie Moore, aside from having an adorable face, was brought in to fill the voids that just kept getting emptier, though he was still an amazing actor.
- George McFarland is just about one of the most memorable members of Our Gang. His talent was incredible, though what really made him stand out was the fact that even with no residuals being paid, he never complained, saying "The smiles make it all worthwhile."
- Tommy Bond was a wonderful actor, no matter who he was playing, and clearly had a want for justice… at least in the case of Carl Switzer.
- Jackie Lynn Taylor, despite her short stay, was absolutely adorable.
- Scotty Beckett played a magnificent sidekick to younger George McFarland, but was also cute beyond all terms.
- Billie Thomas ultimately kept the series grounded during its final years, being the last Roach actor remaining.
- Carl Switzer, even with the nightmare of a life that followed, was still a shining star of the series, and had his skills to back it up.
- Darla Hood had that adorable beaming smile, and was considered an awfully nice woman.
- Eugene Lee was a fantastic scene-stealer, just like the tag-alongs that had come before him.
- Darwood Kaye fondly recalls his gang days as a happy time, despite general misfortunes that would happen on set, and was incredibly humble in saying so.
- Mickey Gubitosi might have had to ease in a very tough act to follow (Spanky’s new best friend) but he was charming to watch in his performances.
- Billy Laughlin was very memorable, in the series, and it’s admirable that he took drama classes to overcome his self-consciousness.
- Janet Burston might have been an unconvincing actress in the hands of MGM, but she did have to follow up a very tough act to follow (the next leading lady), and it’s rather nice that she can get a laugh out of her bad acting.
Good thing I have the time for something like this.
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Post by mtw12055 on Mar 19, 2016 11:09:34 GMT -5
Good thing I have the time for something like this. Well, hoity toity! But in all seriousness, thanks for posting that. It was fun to read!
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Post by daisydimple on Mar 19, 2016 14:56:11 GMT -5
That's a tough one. Each Rascal brought something unique to the table. If I had the time, I'd go down the list and say something positive about every one of those kids. - Ernie Morrison made his mark by being the first black performer to be signed to a long-term contract, and he also helped start Our Gang -- by being the first actor for it, really -- and that's really impressive.
- Mickey Daniels was considered by many of those that he worked with to be the funniest (freckle-faced, redheaded) kids you'd ever meet. He had a very strong presence in the shorts.
- Jackie Condon was very gentlemanly, as told by Peggy Ahern, and really established the tag-a-long role. Ahern remembered his gentleness and politeness fondly.
- Allen Hoskins was in the most shorts out of everyone, with 105 to his name. His natural talent is astounding.
- Jack Davis, though he perhaps had a blessing in being thrown into military school 19 shorts in, had very satisfactory performances.
- Mary Kornman was full of poise and sophistication, and was very humble about her time in the gang, calling it a "a fun, privileged experience."
- Joe Cobb managed to have a wide grin and a positive outlook towards things, despite being deeply hurt by the loss of his mother.
- Eugene Jackson was the first black child actor to have a speaking role in a major motion picture. It's amazing to see what he was able to do.
- Johnny Downs, even with his old age, reached out to stay in touch with fellow rascals and fans.
- Jay R. Smith was very kindhearted, and though it led to his demise, it was a very positive influence on those around him.
- Jean Darling worked incredibly hard, with up to seven stage show performances a day. Her work ethic was amazing.
- Bobby Hutchins, even with all that people thought was going on at home, had incredible performances in almost every short he was in, if not all.
- Harry Spear, despite altogether rejecting his time in the gang, had excellent work in the shorts, and though a lot of him remains shrouded with mystery, he was still adorable!
- Mary Ann Jackson had very lovable and strong performances, and was exactly what the gang needed in the awkward transitional phase.
- Pete was a dog.
- Chubby, despite passing before he could've seen the end of the series, brought much laughter and joy from his time in the gang-- and really deserved that headstone.
- Jackie Cooper was a spirited youngster who boosted up the gang just when it needed help, despite having a rather short stay.
- Donald Haines playing opposite of Jackie Cooper was and is rather pleasant to watch. It was also honorable that he died for his country, even if that meant making the ultimate sacrifice at age 23.
- Dorothy DeBorba is known for having some of the funniest lines out of the whole series... not to mention she, Wheezer, and Stymie carried the series in the short downtime following Fly My Kite.
- Matthew Beard was not only one of the funniest rascals, but also had the heart to ask that his parents name his baby brother after Dickie Moore. How lovely!
- Jerry Tucker, as one of the last few remaining rascals that had more than just one miscellaneous appearance, is amazing for making it as old as he is.
- Kendall McComas might have had a rather short gang experience, but his energy and vigor made his appearances influential.
- Dickie Moore, aside from having an adorable face, was brought in to fill the voids that just kept getting emptier, though he was still an amazing actor.
- George McFarland is just about one of the most memorable members of Our Gang. His talent was incredible, though what really made him stand out was the fact that even with no residuals being paid, he never complained, saying "The smiles make it all worthwhile."
- Tommy Bond was a wonderful actor, no matter who he was playing, and clearly had a want for justice… at least in the case of Carl Switzer.
- Jackie Lynn Taylor, despite her short stay, was absolutely adorable.
- Scotty Beckett played a magnificent sidekick to younger George McFarland, but was also cute beyond all terms.
- Billie Thomas ultimately kept the series grounded during its final years, being the last Roach actor remaining.
- Carl Switzer, even with the nightmare of a life that followed, was still a shining star of the series, and had his skills to back it up.
- Darla Hood had that adorable beaming smile, and was considered an awfully nice woman.
- Eugene Lee was a fantastic scene-stealer, just like the tag-alongs that had come before him.
- Darwood Kaye fondly recalls his gang days as a happy time, despite general misfortunes that would happen on set, and was incredibly humble in saying so.
- Mickey Gubitosi might have had to ease in a very tough act to follow (Spanky’s new best friend) but he was charming to watch in his performances.
- Billy Laughlin was very memorable, in the series, and it’s admirable that he took drama classes to overcome his self-consciousness.
- Janet Burston might have been an unconvincing actress in the hands of MGM, but she did have to follow up a very tough act to follow (the next leading lady), and it’s rather nice that she can get a laugh out of her bad acting.
Good thing I have the time for something like this. Marianne Edwards is a favorite of mine, as you can tell by my avatar and username. I thought she was such a doll and a good little actress. I loved pretty much all of the rascals, with a few exceptions (mostly the later ones in the MGM shorts) but I have to give them all credit for being such good sports! Of course, I love Scotty, Spanky and Stymie, but Wally Albright I think is one of the under-appreciated members. True, he was only in six shorts, but he was very memorable in the five later ones in 1934. He made his debut in silent films as a baby and continued to have small, often uncredited roles until his 20s before leaving show business altogether. I have to give Leonard Kibrick and his brother Sidney props for playing such believable bullies on screen, which Tommy Bond who also later did very well in his return to the series as Butch. I just love the rascals!
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Post by mtw12055 on Mar 19, 2016 15:20:17 GMT -5
Besides the names daisydimple brought up, I'd add Jannie "Mango" Hoskins, Bobby "Bonedust" Young, Scooter Lowry, and Sherwood "Spud" Bailey to the mix.
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Post by wheezer on Mar 19, 2016 15:46:40 GMT -5
Besides the names daisydimple brought up, I'd add Jannie "Mango" Hoskins, Bobby "Bonedust" Young, Scooter Lowry, and Sherwood "Spud" Bailey to the mix. Additions have been made! ...just in time for me to realize I forgot John Collum.
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Post by farina on Mar 19, 2016 17:59:53 GMT -5
Besides the names daisydimple brought up, I'd add Jannie "Mango" Hoskins, Bobby "Bonedust" Young, Scooter Lowry, and Sherwood "Spud" Bailey to the mix. Additions have been made! ...just in time for me to realize I forgot John Collum. Uh Uhhhhhh!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 19, 2016 22:15:06 GMT -5
Besides the names daisydimple brought up, I'd add Jannie "Mango" Hoskins, Bobby "Bonedust" Young, Scooter Lowry, and Sherwood "Spud" Bailey to the mix. Additions have been made! ...just in time for me to realize I forgot John Collum. My vote still stands as Darla.
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Post by myhomeo on Mar 21, 2016 16:31:13 GMT -5
Voted for Spanky simply because it's unimaginable he wouldn't get at least one vote...
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Post by mtw12055 on Mar 21, 2016 16:57:32 GMT -5
Voted for Spanky simply because it's unimaginable he wouldn't get at least one vote... Thanks for that. Maybe it'll stop him from silently punching us in the nose.
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Post by wheezer on Mar 21, 2016 21:57:18 GMT -5
The thing I love about the rascals is you're bound to find someone who absolutely adores any given member of the gang. I know that at least one person who's ever watched the MGM shorts featuring Janet must have had a fondness for her-- and if no one really has, I'd gladly fill in that role. All of those unique, diverse kids brought something cool and interesting to history, and that's amazing, in my eyes. Obviously, people will have their favorites -- my main ranks are Wheezer, Scotty, and Dorothy, but I adore Dickie, Tommy/Butch, Spanky, Darla, and so on -- but there'll always be people representing the real underdogs of the series. That's incredible.
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Post by mtw12055 on Mar 21, 2016 23:10:52 GMT -5
I know that at least one person who's ever watched the MGM shorts featuring Janet must have had a fondness for her-- and if no one really has, I'd gladly fill in that role. I'd like the version of Janet that Walt Kelly created for the Our Gang Comics. She was independent, tough, and unafraid to speak her mind. She would also occasionally take on the 'leadership' role. Sadly, the female Gang members never really got the chance to play the leader of the group, not even in the Roach films.
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