18 Photos of Robert Downey Jr. on the Set of “Heart and Souls” (1993)

Heart and Souls (1993) is a fantasy comedy-drama directed by Ron Underwood. Robert Downey Jr. plays Thomas Reilly, a San Francisco businessman who, since birth, has been the unknowing host to four ghosts, souls who died in a bus accident the night he was born and became attached to him.

Downey Jr.’s performance is widely praised for its physical comedy, as his character is frequently “possessed” by the four spirits, requiring him to mimic their distinct personalities and mannerisms.

Thomas is haunted by Milo (Tom Sizemore), Harrison (Charles Grodin), Penny (Alfre Woodard), and Julia (Kyra Sedgwick), four strangers who died in a bus crash the moment Thomas was born and became his “guardian angels.” After years of being invisible, the ghosts realize they have limited time to resolve their “unfinished business” on Earth and use Thomas as their physical vessel to do so. A highlight of his performance includes a scene where he and the ghosts sing “Walk Like a Man” and an uncredited rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

Critics like Peter Travers noted the film showcased Downey Jr.’s “explosive talent” for comedy. For this role, Robert Downey Jr. won the Saturn Award for Best Actor from the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films. The film was released shortly after his Oscar-nominated turn in Chaplin (1992), marking a period of significant critical success for the actor.

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Megan Williams Preparing for the “Mad Hatters Contest” Held at the Sydney Opera House, 1975

Australian actress Megan Williams is seen here getting ready for the Mad Hatters Contest that took place at the Sydney Opera House, 1975. At the time this photo was taken, Williams was 18 years old. The event was a promotional or charity-driven competition that leaned into the whimsical, avant-garde spirit of the mid-1970s.

True to the “Mad Hatter” theme, Williams is sporting an elaborate, wide-brimmed hat decorated with large fabric flowers, leaves, and thin wire stalks topped with pearls or beads. The curved architecture in the background is the distinctive concrete and glass of the Sydney Opera House (which had only been open for about two years at this point). She is leaning into the Alice in Wonderland motif by posing with a teapot and teacup, showcasing the bright, engaging smile that would soon make her a household name in Australia.

For those who recognize her face but can’t place the name, Megan Williams is best remembered for two major roles in Australian television history. Shortly after this photo was taken, she joined the cast of massive wartime drama The Sullivans. Her portrayal of Alice made her one of the most popular young actresses in the country during the late 1970s. In the 1980s, she starred as Cassie MacLean in the iconic, high-drama “glam” soap opera Return to Eden, which gained international fame.

Williams wasn’t just known for her acting; she was also a singer (notably providing backing vocals on the 1980s hit “The Honeymoon is Over” by The Cruel Sea).

Sadly, her story has a poignant end. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in the late 1990s and became a vocal advocate for breast cancer awareness in Australia. She passed away in 2000 at the age of 43 due to complications from the disease. This 1975 image remains a beautiful capsule of her early energy and the playful culture of Sydney in the 1970s.

Extraordinary Black and White Photos of Anthony Perkins on the Set of “The Trial” (1962)

On the set of The Trial (1962), Anthony Perkins experienced what he later called his “greatest professional pride” as an actor. Despite the film’s nightmarish tone, production photos by Nicolas Tikhomiroff capture Perkins and director Orson Welles sharing moments of “giggles and laughs” between intense takes.

Welles directed Perkins to approach the role of Josef K. as a black comedy rather than a straight tragedy. He reportedly dubbed some of Perkins’ lines himself and later challenged the actor to identify which ones were dubbed; Perkins was unable to tell the difference. Welles chose Perkins specifically to leverage his public persona, fresh off his role in Psycho (1960), to project a sense of repression and “fear of exposure” that fit the Kafkaesque narrative.

Much of the movie was shot in the Gare d'Orsay, a massive, abandoned Paris train station that provided the film’s signature vast, oppressive spaces. On-set, Perkins delivered a performance marked by “nervousness and stuttering,” which Welles encouraged to emphasize Josef K.’s bewilderment within the bureaucratic maze. Perkins filmed a significant scene involving an “electronic brain” and a scientist (played by Katina Paxinou) that was ultimately cut from the final film by Welles at the last minute.

Despite Welles’ demanding nature, the two had a productive relationship. Welles considered The Trial his best film, and Perkins’ performance is often cited as the “grounding” element that kept the surreal, nightmare-like production from becoming too abstract. For Perkins, the role was a chance to move away from American typecasting and into European “art-house” cinema, which he continued to pursue throughout the 1960s.

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30 Vintage Portraits of Francesca Annis in the 1960s and ’70s

Francesca Annis is a luminous icon of British stage and screen, celebrated for an acting career that has spanned over six decades with unfaltering grace and intellectual depth. First rising to international prominence as the hauntingly beautiful Lady Macbeth in Roman Polanski’s Macbeth (1971), she quickly established herself as a master of complex, sophisticated roles. Annis possesses a rare aristocratic poise and an expressive, soulful gaze that made her the definitive choice for period dramas, notably her award-winning portrayal of Lillie Langtry in Edward the Seventh.

Beyond her striking classical beauty, Annis is revered for her versatility and longevity, moving effortlessly from the epic dunes of David Lynch’s Dune to acclaimed contemporary performances in Cranford and Home Fires. Her presence on screen is often characterized by a “quiet fire”, a blend of vulnerability and steely resolve, that has solidified her status as one of the most respected actresses of her generation.

Even in her later years, Annis remains a symbol of timeless chic and artistic integrity, continuing to captivate audiences with her commanding yet nuanced craft. Take a look at these vintage photos to see the beauty of Francesca Annis in the 1960s and 1970s.

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Niklaus Stoecklin: The Architect of Precision and Magic Realism

Niklaus Stoecklin (1896–1982) was a seminal figure in 20th-century Swiss art, widely regarded as a master of New Objectivity (Neue Sachlichkeit) and a pioneer of modern poster design. His work is characterized by an uncanny, almost clinical precision that transforms everyday objects, from a simple bar of soap to a towering industrial landscape, into icons of stark, silent beauty.

Stoecklin’s unique style often blurred the lines between fine art and commercial graphic design; his posters for brands like Maggi and Binaca are now celebrated as masterpieces of Hyper-realism, stripping away unnecessary clutter to focus on the pure essence of the subject.

Whether through his meticulously rendered still lifes or his world-renowned Sachplakat (Object Poster) style, Stoecklin captured the quiet tension of the modern age with a “magic realist” touch. His legacy remains a cornerstone of Swiss Excellence, proving that in the hands of a master, the most mundane objects can radiate a profound and timeless dignity.

Below is a curated collection of Niklaus Stoecklin’s iconic works, showcasing his masterful ability to find extraordinary beauty in the simplicity of everyday objects.

Teppiche Matzinger, 1922

PKZ, BURGER - KEHL & CO, 1923

12 Baselst Kantonal Turnfest, 1924

Gartenbau Ausstellung, Basel, 1924

"Eskimo", Affolter, Christen & Co, Basel-Bâle, 1925

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Promotional Portraits of a Young Eddie Murphy for “Saturday Night Live” in the Early 1980s

Eddie Murphy is widely credited with “saving” Saturday Night Live during the early 1980s. After the original cast and creator Lorne Michaels left in 1980, the show struggled significantly with ratings and critical reception. Murphy, who joined at just 19 years old, became a breakout superstar whose charisma and iconic characters kept the show on the air.

Murphy was the first SNL cast member to be so popular that the show essentially revolved around him. His star power was so immense that he even hosted the show while still a regular cast member in 1982 (after his 48 Hrs. co-star Nick Nolte fell ill).

Murphy’s tenure (1980–1984) produced some of the most memorable recurring characters in the show’s history. He left the show in 1984 to pursue his massive film career (Beverly Hills Cop, Coming to America).

For decades, Murphy stayed away from SNL due to a joke made by David Spade in the 1990s (“Look children, a falling star!”) which Murphy found disrespectful. He finally returned for a brief appearance during the 40th Anniversary Special in 2015, and officially returned as a host in December 2019. His return episode was a massive success, earning him his first Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series.

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Some Adorable Photos of Doris Day Posing With Animals

Doris Day’s lifelong devotion to animals was famously inspired by her childhood dog, Tiny, whose tragic loss during her teenage years sparked a mission to protect all “four-leggers.” Throughout her life, she was rarely seen without a canine companion, often rescuing strays and even checking the homes of potential adopters to ensure they were fit for pet ownership. She famously said, “I’ve never met an animal I didn’t like, and I can’t say the same thing about people.”

Her home in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, was a well-known sanctuary. At any given time, Day looked after dozens of rescued dogs and cats. Her dedication was so legendary that locals often referred to her simply as the “Dog Lady.”

Her activism reportedly began on the set of The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956). She refused to work until the emaciated animals on the filming location in Morocco were properly fed and cared for. She co-owned this landmark hotel in Carmel and turned it into one of the first truly pet-friendly boutique hotels in the country, encouraging guests to bring their “four-legged children.”

She founded the Doris Day Animal Foundation (DDAF) and the Doris Day Animal League, dedicating much of her post-Hollywood life to animal welfare causes, including spay/neuter programs and fighting animal cruelty. Her foundations continued their work well after her passing in May 2019 at the age of 97.

“If it’s true that houses have an aura, then mine has the aura of a happy kennel.” — Doris Day

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