Major new development in Marilyn drama series. Announced 05/02/2020...
Seven Seas Films team up with 101 Studios in Los Angeles and the production will be the very first drama to be approved by the Marilyn Monroe Estate.
101 Studios CEO David Glasser - "Beloved movie legend Marilyn Monroe has had many memoirs created about her life, but none quite like this. Keith Badman has uncovered gems of never before released details, centred around the last few months of her sensationalized life and the accusations made. The series pays homage to the bright star whose life was extinguished too early,"
Lots more information at the links below.
Variety
The Hollywood Reporter
No Somos Nonos
Screenweek.it
Televisual
Outlook India
Weser Kurier
The Express Tribune
TV-Wise
ABC14 News
NY Post
Radio Times
Slash Film
Thursday, 6 February 2020
Saturday, 31 August 2019
February...into 2019!!
(28) Sunny Berkshire – Even more discussions about the potential new “alternate” movie idea, this time the focus was on lucrative sponsorship for it…
- Yet another most favorable house viewing… “and they keep on coming!
(27) Sunny Berkshire – Keith had a rather enjoyable, afternoon tea catch-up with two, long old-time friends, Inge and Ramon.
(February 25 thru to March 1) America / The World – A big announcement took place when it was officially revealed that… the new two-hour Queen / Adam Lambert documentary, The Show Must Go On: The Queen and Adam Lambert Story, which Keith has been doing research on, will premiere on ABC TV in America on April 29 between 8 and 10pm EST. "How wonderfully exciting."
- The press release for the show, produced by Simon Lupton and Jim Beach was picked up (over several days) by many noted news outlets, including Rolling Stone, Broadway World, practically every major news outlet and (naturally) Disney/ ABC.
(23) Berkshire – Potential house buyers keep on coming… with even more viewings.
(21) USA – Peter Tork, one of the fabulous Monkees, passed away in his sleep. He was 77. “I love that band so much. Alongside my parents and The Beatles, they are my life’s biggest influences. Without any doubts… Thank you, Peter for so many, many happy memories. RIP….I still chuckle at our most humorous encounter, involving a pen, in Reading back in 1989.”
- More lengthy phone discussions about the “alternate” movie idea.
-Berkshire – Yet another house viewing… “another second look, no less.”
(20) Jersey / twinned with Berkshire – Another lengthy movie-related catch-up with Peter O…
- Another archive research invoice typed and submitted.
(19) Mild Berkshire – An offer was received for Keith to rejoin the mighty Rock Gods, Queen team for the Second Phase of their latest documentary. He, of course most happily accepted.
- Another house viewing at Chez Badman… and another offer was duly received.
(18) Overcast Berkshire – Another viewing… a second look, no less.
(17) Slightly Overcast Berkshire – Yet another house ‘Open Day’ took place at Chez Badman.
(15) Berkshire/ twinned with the UK and America – Further, highly exciting developments took place in the new Marilyn project. An official announcement about it will take place shortly.
- That afternoon, in Eton, Windsor, Keith caught up with his long-time friend, the famed 60s/70s photographer, Mike Randolph.
(14) USA / Twinned with Berkshire – Another American call… Keith had the honor of chatting with another top, US collector/ researcher/ historian, this time his long-time mate, the famous John McEwen. “Super talking to you. Best of luck with the projects.”
(12) Berkshire – Keith’s mother, the wonderful, Kathleen celebrated her 94th birthday. “So many thanks to EVERYONE who accepted the invite and turned-up to celebrate my dear Mum’s big day. Thank you all and to the staff who made this day so very, very special.”
(13/14) UK – One of Keith’s great heroes, the legendary goalkeeper, Gordon Banks sadly passed away. Besides being remembered for “that save,” he was also a truly lovely man and will be missed by everyone… RIP Gordon.
(8) Berkshire – The sheer depth of Pledge Music’s plight was revealed in a discussion with top designer, Paul Skellart this morning
(7) Berkshire – The new book, Look Wat You Dun, arrived at Keith’s house. The publication, which Keith supplied a few bits of info for, focuses on the UK/ European 1970s TV appearances by some of the UK’s greatest Glam Acts of the decade. “Thank you, Pete, a superb book. Well done.” (Foreword by Dee Dee of Pan’s People, no less.)
- Later that night, a long overdue catch-up with two of Keith’s old mates, two musicians, Dan W and Mark S took place at Chez Badman. The word “Beatles” was muttered on more than one occasion…
(6) USA / Twinned with the UK – Keith had to honor of chatting with the well-respected, American Beatles / classic music historian, Matt Hurwitz. “Pleasure talking to you, Matt. Pleased I could help you.”
- UK/ Spain – Dear me. Shocking news crept out that the company, Pledge Music, who helped raise funds for Keith/ Mike and Paul’s Circus ’68 book, had crashed… owing companies, individuals and punters alike… thousands!!
- Yet another most favorable house viewing… “and they keep on coming!
(27) Sunny Berkshire – Keith had a rather enjoyable, afternoon tea catch-up with two, long old-time friends, Inge and Ramon.
(February 25 thru to March 1) America / The World – A big announcement took place when it was officially revealed that… the new two-hour Queen / Adam Lambert documentary, The Show Must Go On: The Queen and Adam Lambert Story, which Keith has been doing research on, will premiere on ABC TV in America on April 29 between 8 and 10pm EST. "How wonderfully exciting."
- The press release for the show, produced by Simon Lupton and Jim Beach was picked up (over several days) by many noted news outlets, including Rolling Stone, Broadway World, practically every major news outlet and (naturally) Disney/ ABC.
(23) Berkshire – Potential house buyers keep on coming… with even more viewings.
(21) USA – Peter Tork, one of the fabulous Monkees, passed away in his sleep. He was 77. “I love that band so much. Alongside my parents and The Beatles, they are my life’s biggest influences. Without any doubts… Thank you, Peter for so many, many happy memories. RIP….I still chuckle at our most humorous encounter, involving a pen, in Reading back in 1989.”
- More lengthy phone discussions about the “alternate” movie idea.
-Berkshire – Yet another house viewing… “another second look, no less.”
(20) Jersey / twinned with Berkshire – Another lengthy movie-related catch-up with Peter O…
- Another archive research invoice typed and submitted.
(19) Mild Berkshire – An offer was received for Keith to rejoin the mighty Rock Gods, Queen team for the Second Phase of their latest documentary. He, of course most happily accepted.
- Another house viewing at Chez Badman… and another offer was duly received.
(18) Overcast Berkshire – Another viewing… a second look, no less.
(17) Slightly Overcast Berkshire – Yet another house ‘Open Day’ took place at Chez Badman.
(15) Berkshire/ twinned with the UK and America – Further, highly exciting developments took place in the new Marilyn project. An official announcement about it will take place shortly.
- That afternoon, in Eton, Windsor, Keith caught up with his long-time friend, the famed 60s/70s photographer, Mike Randolph.
(14) USA / Twinned with Berkshire – Another American call… Keith had the honor of chatting with another top, US collector/ researcher/ historian, this time his long-time mate, the famous John McEwen. “Super talking to you. Best of luck with the projects.”
(12) Berkshire – Keith’s mother, the wonderful, Kathleen celebrated her 94th birthday. “So many thanks to EVERYONE who accepted the invite and turned-up to celebrate my dear Mum’s big day. Thank you all and to the staff who made this day so very, very special.”
(13/14) UK – One of Keith’s great heroes, the legendary goalkeeper, Gordon Banks sadly passed away. Besides being remembered for “that save,” he was also a truly lovely man and will be missed by everyone… RIP Gordon.
(8) Berkshire – The sheer depth of Pledge Music’s plight was revealed in a discussion with top designer, Paul Skellart this morning
(7) Berkshire – The new book, Look Wat You Dun, arrived at Keith’s house. The publication, which Keith supplied a few bits of info for, focuses on the UK/ European 1970s TV appearances by some of the UK’s greatest Glam Acts of the decade. “Thank you, Pete, a superb book. Well done.” (Foreword by Dee Dee of Pan’s People, no less.)
- Later that night, a long overdue catch-up with two of Keith’s old mates, two musicians, Dan W and Mark S took place at Chez Badman. The word “Beatles” was muttered on more than one occasion…
(6) USA / Twinned with the UK – Keith had to honor of chatting with the well-respected, American Beatles / classic music historian, Matt Hurwitz. “Pleasure talking to you, Matt. Pleased I could help you.”
- UK/ Spain – Dear me. Shocking news crept out that the company, Pledge Music, who helped raise funds for Keith/ Mike and Paul’s Circus ’68 book, had crashed… owing companies, individuals and punters alike… thousands!!
Sunday, 14 April 2019
Marilyn News!
For all the updates on the forthcoming BBC Studios drama based on Keith's Marilyn book please visit the dedicated page by clicking here.
We will be updating as more information comes in.
Monday, 3 December 2018
November 2018 - "Lawford-Land, 2001, Show Invites, Marilyn, Beach Boys, BBC Radio and Endless Wave"
(30) Berkshire/ twinned with the USA
– Keith sent his RC review of Endless
Wave over to Steve Love (The Beach Boys’ former, but greatest manager) for his approval…
and he loved it! “He’s a top man.”
- “Endless Wave is one helluva read…and if you haven’t done so
already… go to Amazon.com and buy it. You will not be disappointed.”
(29) Goodreads – A massive big thank
you to “Erica Bailey” for her 5-star “it
was amazing” review on the well-respected, world-wide book reading
site.
- Later that day, still on the
Marilyn front, Keith received news of another big, massive leap forward on his
major project on the star…
- While over on Amazon in Canada, the
paperback version of Keith’s book on the actress stood at #15 in the “Most
Wished For in Monroe, Marilyn” chart.
(28) Cold Berkshire – Well, I never… Keith submitted two RC reviews, one for
the wonderful new Beach Boys book, Endless Wave,
the other for the latest Matt Deighton album, Doubtless Dauntless… “both, must buys.”
- Keith’s 2018 Birthday Tour began
with a catch-up featuring two old. long time mates, Daniel J and Mark S…
(27) Chilly Berkshire – Another
lengthy catch-up re work on the new, “alternate” movie project idea.
(26) Freezing Berkshire – Phase 3 of
the house renovations work was concluded… It took 6 days.
(21) Berkshire / twinned with
Midlands – Pre-production work on the new “rather alternate” new movie idea
rumbled on when Keith had a rather nice, most informative phone call update
with the film’s producer.
(20) Cold/ Wet / Windy Slough –
Congrats to Slough Town FC for beating Sutton United (on penalties) to reach
Round 2 of this season’s FA Cup…
(19) Cold, Rather Freezing Berkshire
– Phase 3 of the house refurbishments got underway. (Expected to last 5 days.)
(16) “Thanks, But Unfortunately… “ –
Keith received two, most kind invites, one for the launch part of the new
“Sessions in Photos” exhibition at the Proud Gallery, in London, the other, the
world premiere of the new, official, Cavern club documentary. Both due to take
place next week, he had to regrettably decline them due to family and
domestic matters. “Thank you both,
anyway, much appreciated.”
(15) America – Berkshire – (via UPS)
Keith received his copies of the new “Rocky” Pamplin, Beach Boys book, Endless Wave and wonderful it is too!
“Been dipping into it again, and it really is a superb read.” The endorsement,
top right, on the front cover looks ace as well!
(13) Overcast Berkshire / Midlands –
Another mighty (put the world to right) project catch-up with designer
extraordinaire, Mr Paul S. "A number of projects for the New Year were discussed."
- Another busy day of updating the
text on this site…
- Plus, confirmation was received
that another year in “Lawford-Land” had been … guaranteed… “Bliss”
(11) Ontario, Canada – A very sad day
for fans of 2001: A Space Odyssey and
movie buffs alike; Douglas Rain, the voice of the rather eerie, HAL 9000
computer in the movie, passed away, aged 90 at the St. Mary's Memorial Hospital outside
Stratford, Ontario. “What a man, what a voice,” Keith said in tribute, “you
played the part so very, very well. No one could have done it better. We thank
you.” (2001: A Space Odyssey is still,
by far, by a landslide the greatest film EVER made!)
(9) South Coast / London/ Berkshire –
The mastered, 50 years anniversary edition of The Beatles (aka The White Album) was released today and Keith
spent of the late morning/ early afternoon dissecting the double album on
various BBC Radio stations…
- News on the rather “alternate
project”? It’s getting nearer…
(6-9) South Coast – Another highly
successful business trip out to “Lawford-Land”…
(5) WWW – Keith reached the 450
connections mark on the worldwide business site, Linkedin.
(2) London, England – An invite was
received (via Getty) to attend the retirement party of Robin James, a long-running,
most reliable employee of the BBC. “A true professional, his expertise in the industry will be
sadly missed.”
Tuesday, 13 November 2018
October 2018 - Beatles, Beach Boys, Queen, Circus '68 and a Rolls Royce!
(31) Chilly Berkshire / twinned with Ireland – Another big day for rare archive finds when Keith was informed by the ever reliable, CM that a small portion of a very rare, long-lost Beatles appearance had been found…
- Meanwhile, the long awaited, most excellent, must-have, Beach Boys book, Endless Wave, by the group’s assistant, and bodyguard, Rushton “Rocky” Pamplin, and movie producer, Ron Hamady was released and could be found (and purchased) over on Amazon.com. Keith’s endorsement of the mighty fine publication could be seen… (get this) on the front cover!! “Oh yeah!... Well done to everyone who worked on this most splendid book and to Steve Love who magnificently pulled it all together. My hat (if I was wearing one) goes off to you.”
(30) Cold / Chilly Berkshire / twinned with the Midlands – The "rather alternate" movie project idea rumbled on… “and thankfully it still looks promising."
(26) UK/ Europe – The wonderful 2017 documentary, Queen: Rock The World, which featured Keith’s archive research, was screened again on BBC Four this evening at 9pm…
(25) Not too bad / pretty mild London – Yet another trip into the City to meet (at 12:45pm) the property tycoon, entrepreneur and all round nice guy, Laurence Lameche. His recent ‘Imagine’ World Record attempt and a number of interesting, some rather funny business ideas (as well as Arsenal FC) were thrown around and discussed during the (hugely enjoyable) 5-hour conference.
- Overcast Berkshire / Cold London – With lightning speed, interest in the paper about the Circus ’68 anniversary feature… seemingly and suddenly… bit the dust!!
(23) Sunny but Cold Berkshire / twinned with London and the North – With amazing speed, the UK paper took the bait and made an approach, saying they were interested in the idea and keen to run a piece. And so the negotiations began…
(18-19-22) Sunny / Overcast / Chilly Berkshire – With the 50th anniversary fast approaching, Keith moved up a gear on how to sell the remaining stock of Stones Circus ’68 books… On the Monday, following receipt of new presentation artwork for it, an approach was made to one leading UK paper.
(12) Overcast / Sunny / Windy Berkshire – Pictures (for uploading onto this site) were sorted and sent over to (the truly wonderful, ever so delightful webmistress) AM …
- Another busy day at Chez Badman with emails, phone calls and even more house renovations…
- Stocks of the paperback version of Marilyn were replenished on Amazon.com.
(10) USA/ the World – Massive big thanks to “LilMrsScareAll” for her five-star “it was amazing” review of Marilyn on the Goodreads site.
- “What an incredible, action-packed two hours… And afternoon, for that matter.” Keith received a massive flurry of text and phone resulting in the most truly exciting developments re the new "rather alternate" movie project and (that evening) the proposed, new Beatles-related movie… “Oh yeah! Simply Sensational!”
(9) West End London, Jerusalem Bar – An ‘Imagine’ World Record sing-a-long attempt, organised by Laurence Lameche and his colleagues, took place in Central London. The place was packed solid. After one re-count, it resulted in a draw 72-72, with the previous record attempt, who (by coincidence) also sang the 1971 John Lennon track. “Well done, Laurence and your friends. So, so proud of you all.” A splendid time was certainly had by all… “Imagine all the people…”
- A most wonderful replica of the Beatle’s 1967 psychedelic Rolls Royce stood on the road outside. Keith (naturally) had several pictures taken with it. (See photo page) So too did the Lennon look-a-like / sound-a-like, Jimmy Coburn (from the Cavern Club Beatles) who performed that night a most wonderful assortment of Lennon and Beatles numbers.
(4) Overcast Berkshire – Keith had another in-depth, most interesting conversation with the film and record producer, Reynold D S.
(3) Overcast, yet Sunny Berkshire – Decluttering Chez Badman even further was the name of the game today … on the day it was announced that The Beatles’ famed engineer, Geoff Emerick had sadly passed away. “Another tragic loss to the group’s community.”
(2) Overcast Berkshire – Time to move on the stock of Circus ’68 books. So contact was made with journalist, and Keith’s great friend, Robert M about a planned 50 years celebration article of the event in a leading UK paper.
(1)Leafy Berkshire – Another monstrously busy day with (highly optimistic) discussions regarding the developing "alternate" movie project and the new Beatles-related film.
- Meanwhile, the long awaited, most excellent, must-have, Beach Boys book, Endless Wave, by the group’s assistant, and bodyguard, Rushton “Rocky” Pamplin, and movie producer, Ron Hamady was released and could be found (and purchased) over on Amazon.com. Keith’s endorsement of the mighty fine publication could be seen… (get this) on the front cover!! “Oh yeah!... Well done to everyone who worked on this most splendid book and to Steve Love who magnificently pulled it all together. My hat (if I was wearing one) goes off to you.”
(30) Cold / Chilly Berkshire / twinned with the Midlands – The "rather alternate" movie project idea rumbled on… “and thankfully it still looks promising."
(26) UK/ Europe – The wonderful 2017 documentary, Queen: Rock The World, which featured Keith’s archive research, was screened again on BBC Four this evening at 9pm…
(25) Not too bad / pretty mild London – Yet another trip into the City to meet (at 12:45pm) the property tycoon, entrepreneur and all round nice guy, Laurence Lameche. His recent ‘Imagine’ World Record attempt and a number of interesting, some rather funny business ideas (as well as Arsenal FC) were thrown around and discussed during the (hugely enjoyable) 5-hour conference.
- Overcast Berkshire / Cold London – With lightning speed, interest in the paper about the Circus ’68 anniversary feature… seemingly and suddenly… bit the dust!!
(23) Sunny but Cold Berkshire / twinned with London and the North – With amazing speed, the UK paper took the bait and made an approach, saying they were interested in the idea and keen to run a piece. And so the negotiations began…
(18-19-22) Sunny / Overcast / Chilly Berkshire – With the 50th anniversary fast approaching, Keith moved up a gear on how to sell the remaining stock of Stones Circus ’68 books… On the Monday, following receipt of new presentation artwork for it, an approach was made to one leading UK paper.
(12) Overcast / Sunny / Windy Berkshire – Pictures (for uploading onto this site) were sorted and sent over to (the truly wonderful, ever so delightful webmistress) AM …
- Another busy day at Chez Badman with emails, phone calls and even more house renovations…
- Stocks of the paperback version of Marilyn were replenished on Amazon.com.
(10) USA/ the World – Massive big thanks to “LilMrsScareAll” for her five-star “it was amazing” review of Marilyn on the Goodreads site.
- “What an incredible, action-packed two hours… And afternoon, for that matter.” Keith received a massive flurry of text and phone resulting in the most truly exciting developments re the new "rather alternate" movie project and (that evening) the proposed, new Beatles-related movie… “Oh yeah! Simply Sensational!”
(9) West End London, Jerusalem Bar – An ‘Imagine’ World Record sing-a-long attempt, organised by Laurence Lameche and his colleagues, took place in Central London. The place was packed solid. After one re-count, it resulted in a draw 72-72, with the previous record attempt, who (by coincidence) also sang the 1971 John Lennon track. “Well done, Laurence and your friends. So, so proud of you all.” A splendid time was certainly had by all… “Imagine all the people…”
- A most wonderful replica of the Beatle’s 1967 psychedelic Rolls Royce stood on the road outside. Keith (naturally) had several pictures taken with it. (See photo page) So too did the Lennon look-a-like / sound-a-like, Jimmy Coburn (from the Cavern Club Beatles) who performed that night a most wonderful assortment of Lennon and Beatles numbers.
(4) Overcast Berkshire – Keith had another in-depth, most interesting conversation with the film and record producer, Reynold D S.
(3) Overcast, yet Sunny Berkshire – Decluttering Chez Badman even further was the name of the game today … on the day it was announced that The Beatles’ famed engineer, Geoff Emerick had sadly passed away. “Another tragic loss to the group’s community.”
(2) Overcast Berkshire – Time to move on the stock of Circus ’68 books. So contact was made with journalist, and Keith’s great friend, Robert M about a planned 50 years celebration article of the event in a leading UK paper.
(1)Leafy Berkshire – Another monstrously busy day with (highly optimistic) discussions regarding the developing "alternate" movie project and the new Beatles-related film.
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