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disco

(Encyclopedia) disco, style of popular music that flourished during the 1970s. Originating in the United States, it evolved mainly from funk, soul, and salsa and became popular worldwide.…

The Last Days of Disco

Director/Writer/Producer: Whit Stillman Director of Photography: John Thomas Editors: Andrew Hafitz and Jay Pires Music Mark Suozzo Production Designer: Ginger Tougas…

Halston

(Encyclopedia) Halston, 1932–90, American fashion designer, b. Des Moines, Iowa as Roy Halston Frowick; attended Indiana Univ. and the Art Institute of Chicago. In 1958 he moved to New York City,…

Peretti, Elsa

(Encyclopedia) Peretti, Elsa, 1940-2021, Italian model and jewelry designer, b. Florence, Italy. After studying interior design and working as an…

Donna Summer

Name at birth: LaDonna Adrian GainesDespite a successful career that lasted over three decades, singer Donna Summer was best known as "The Queen of Disco" thanks to her dancable 1970s pop hits like "…

Supremes, The

(Encyclopedia) Supremes, The, American vocal group, 1962-77. The Supremes were formed in Detroit, Mi., and were originally known as the Primettes—a…

Barbie

The Barbie doll was created by Ruth Handler for her Mattel company in 1959. Ruth Handler and her husband, Elliot, founded Mattel with partner Harold "Matt" Matson in 1942. Ruth Handler created…

Robin Gibb

Singer and songwriter Robin Gibb was one of The Brothers Gibb -- The Bee Gees -- who became one of the most successful musical acts of the disco era and the late 20th century. Their soundtrack from…

Upcoming Blockbusters and Indie Gems

Armageddon The film has a publicity machine behind it the likes of Independence Day, but it doesn't have lucky charm Will Smith. Current It boy Ben Affleck will likely fill seats, but it remains…