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Randy Skretvedt
2009 Interview
by
Steve Wichrowski
The Nutty Nut News Network presents a
new, enthusiastic and informative interview with Laurel and Hardy
author and longtime member of the Sons of the Desert, Randy
Skretvedt. This presentation is filled with background information
on how Randy interviewed scores of Laurel and Hardy related
celebrities for his very popular book "Laurel and Hardy: The Magic
Behind the Movies".
We hear how he
began doing interviews in the early 1970s and in particular about
his successful encounters with studio boss Hal Roach. Randy also
reveals which celebrity he was the closest to and with whom he
produced a record album. (Randy gives details on how to order a CD
copy of this.) The commentary on the 20th Century Fox DVD release of
"The Big Noise" is discussed and Randy reappraises his evaluation of
that film.
This interview is
loaded with behind the scenes information and fascinating details
concerning a number of Laurel and Hardy co-stars, including Bob
Bailey ("Jitterbugs", "The Dancing Masters"). In addition, Randy
tells us how he came to acquire personal snapshots and written
material belonging to Babe Hardy.
And finally, we
hear from Randy about some new projects including an upcoming
revised and expanded version of his book. This 20 minute plus
interview is accompanied with a photo of Randy holding the sizeable
Hardy scrapbook album.
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