On 2005-06-11, Katra > wrote:

> My favorite "Oldie" film is still "Auntie Mame" starring Rosalind
> Russell. I understand they made a new one called just "Mame" starring
> Lucille Ball. Never had the nerve to watch it as I just _detest_
> Lucille Ball in that series "I Love Lucy". <shiver> Bad acting. :-P

Well, trust your instincts!

I also treasure RR's Auntie Mame. I never fail to mist up during the
Christmas episode. But, LB's Mame is a travesty beyond belief,
completely unwatchable. Avoid it like the plague.

nb