Dan Sheehan

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Film music historian and writer. Support good journalism, social justice, writers and educators. He/him I use alt text obsessively. NYC/CT based. connorfund.org #filmsky #moviesky

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 7d

And, new meme, unless it's already been done before: Best Bond villain, wrong answers only...

James Mason in suit and tie seated, holding one finger to his temple as he leans on one elbow in a scene from the film NORTH BY NORTHWEST (1959)

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 8d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A black and white image of a young woman with short hair, leaning out of an apartment window, holding a cigarette in one hand.
She's looking at the camera with a slight smile on her face.
Greta Gerwig, born on this day in 1983, as Frances Halladay in a scene from the film FRANCES HA (2012)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 8d

Incredibly prolific film composer David Buttolph was BOTD in 1902 (d. 1983). Over 300(!) film and TV scores, including HOUSE OF WAX (1953), THE BEAST FROM 20,000 FATHOMS (1953) and the "Maverick" TV series. A long and noteworthy career for a guy you probably never heard of. #filmsky #moviesky

Three men are standing and looking at a wax figure of a woman dressed in a regal 18th century gown and tall wig.
A scene from the film HOUSE OF WAX (1953) with Vincent Price and cast.

A black and white photo of the smiling face of composer David Buttolph

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 9d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A cheerful woman dressed in a silver, spaghetti strap flapper dress and matching headband with a feather on her head of short, blond hair. She's standing in front of a gold theater curtain with a large, round, silver microphone on a stand in front of her.
As she smiles, her arms are up, bent at her elbows to each side, hands cupped in that old-fashioned flapper style.
Jean Hagen, born on this day in 1923 (d. 1977) as Lina Lamont in a scene from the film SINGIN' IN THE RAIN (1952)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 10d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A closeup of a man with short, light brown hair and a neatly trimmed mustache. He's wearing a period costume reminiscent of 1940s swashbuckling movies: light blue silk blouse, black vest with frilly lace collar.
He is raising one arm, and tilting his head to one side with a slight grin on his face.
Peter O'Toole, born on this day in 1932 (d. 2013) as Alan Swann in a scene from the film MY FAVORITE YEAR (1982)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 10d

HINT: The category is "The Plot Thickens!" meaning, the connection between the five movies is something related the plot, setting, etc. Other hints in the image below. Send your answers to my DM. (Replies are DISABLED to prevent spoilers) Good luck! 3/3

“What’s the Score?” Difficulty Ratings for Aug 1, 2026
The five movie music clips:
1. Super-Easy! SO easy, you'll be insulted!
2. Easy. A popular tune in elevators since 1959
3. Medium. An easy-listening classic, but hard to name!
4. Difficult. Beautifully quirky score which I adore.
5. Super-Expert This one is an import, and a must-watch!

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 10d

Oh, did I forget to add the category hint for this week's theme? No, I didn't. I'll reveal it with the game at 10am ET. It'll be one of these categories: #filmsky #moviesky #musicsky #filmscores #games #fun #quiz #puzzles

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 10d

Here for your amusement are my completely subjective and non-scientific difficulty ratings for this weeks game. I always choose film scores that I admire and/or adore and then try to arrange them in ascending order of difficulty. Hints included free! See you here at 10am ET! #filmsky #moviesky #quiz

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 11d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A man wearing a silk white shirt, black beret, tan riding pants and a green sash belt is posing with his arms straight out in front of him, toward the right, hands tilted up, and his tush out. He is smiling a big, toothy smile.
In the background are several men wearing tuxes, white ties and top hats with canes. They are watching him closely.

Dom DeLuise, born on this day in 1933 (d. 2009) as Buddy Bizarre in a scene from the film BLAZING SADDLES (19740

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 11d

Here's one Ted Cassidy role most folks won't recall: The evil and dreadfully stereotyped 'Injun Joe' on Hanna-Barbera's Saturday morning TV show "The New Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" (1968) He scared the bejeezus out of this 8-year-old. #BOTD

Ted Cassidy with headband and leather vest in a black and white publicity photo for the 1968 tv show "The New Adventures of Huckleberry Finn"

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 11d

Without question, Lurch was Ted Cassidy's most famous role. But I'll always remember him as the android Ruk in the 1966 Star Trek episode "What Are Little Girls Made Of?" (Robert Bloch, stellar script) A riveting, intelligent performance by a talented and sensitive actor. #BOTD #tvsky #startrek

A closeup of a humanoid android, bald, with gray markings on his head, wearing a high-collar gray robe with pink and green print lining.
He is casting a deadly serious look at someone.
Ted Cassidy as Ruk in the 1966 Star Trek TV episode 'What Are Little Girls Made Of?'

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 11d

The weekend is finally here! That means it's almost time to play the movie music guessing game, "What's the Score?" at 10am ET Saturday. August is upon us, so pull up a beach chair and get ready to play... #filmsky #moviesky #musicsky #filmscores #games #fun #quiz #puzzles

A lovely seaside spot with a beach, aqua waters, and trees casting shade

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 12d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A woman wearing a large, pink fur hat with matching pink coat and light gray fur collar is leaning our of a train coach window. She's looking to one side, smiling at someone off camera.
Geraldine Chaplin, born on this day in 1944, as Tonya Gromeko in a scene from the film DOCTOR ZHIVAGO (1965)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 13d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A young Black man is shirtless and is wearing an Army beret. He's holding a small transistor radio. He's on a small Army patrol boat, leaning forward as he smiles broadly as he listens to the radio, trying to get the attention of someone off camera.

Laurence Fishburne, born on this day in 1961, as Tyrone "Mr. Clean" Miller in a scene from the film APOCALYPSE NOW (1979)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 13d

Composer and lyricist Mikis Theodorakis was born on this day in 1925 (d. 2021). Best known for his scores for ZORBA THE GREEK, Z and SERPICO, he also wrote many concert works. He was politically active in his Greek homeland, serving in office and fighting for causes of the left. #filmsky #moviesky

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A black and white photo of composer Mikis Theodorakis (1925-2021) wearing a black shirt and vigorously conducting, his arms up and shouting directions to the musicians.
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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 14d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A closeup of a man wearing a black leather headpiece that wraps tightly around his entire head except his face. The headpiece is carved with a multi-legged spider-like creature hugging his head. He wears similarly creepy and ornate black and red robes. He has one hand up, holding an ancient, rolled up map, his long crooked finger nails visible.
His head is tilted forward, eyes looking straight ahead, with a look of evil intent.
David Warner, born on this day in 1941 (d. 2022) as Evil Genius in a scene from the film TIME BANDITS (1981)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 15d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A closeup of a woman with blond hair, in an updo. Her hands are crossed in front of her face, fingers outstretched, as in a magic act gesture.
Elizabeth Berkley, born on this day in 1974, as Nomi Malone in a scene from the film SHOWGIRLS (1995)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 16d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A man in a US Army Colonel's uniform (circa 1960s) is holding his rifle, which is aimed at a Coca-Cola vending machine. He is looking at someone off-camera with a look of deadly seriousness.
Keenan Wynn, born on this day in 1916 (d. 1986) as Colonel "Bat" Guano in a scene from the film DR. STRANGELOVE (1964)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 17d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A black and white image of a woman, seen from the shoulders up, standing behind a screen. Her dark, curly hair is up, and she is casting her eyes downward, with an expression of longing on her face.
Barbara Harris, born on this day in 1935 (d. 2018) as Dr. Sandra Markowitz in a scene from the film A THOUSAND CLOWNS (1965)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 18d

This Sunday marks 6 years since we lost our son Connor to mental health and substance use issues. He was 26. He and his sister loved playing my "guess the movie score" game as kids, so this week's game will be for Connor: Five movies he really enjoyed. Saturday at 10am ET. #filmsky #moviesky 1/2

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 19d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A young girl with long, straggly brown hair, wearing a simple dress from the 1800s. She also wears costume angel wings on her back.
She is looking at someone or something with an expression of concern or worry.
Anna Paquin, born on this day in 1982, as Flora McGrath in a scene from the film THE PIANO (1993)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 20d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A man wearing a straw Panama hat, coral-colored blazer and brown shirt is seated at the wheel of a gold convertible. He is resting his arm on the door as he glances to his left, looking at someone with a mischievous grin.
Woody Harrelson, born on this day in 1961, as Roy Munson in a scene from the film KINGPIN (1996)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 20d

Farewell to saxophonist Plas Johnson, who played the iconic tenor sax solo for the "Pink Panther" title theme. He said: "We only did two takes, I think... When we finished, everyone applauded, even the string players. And that's saying something. They never applaud for anything." #filmsky #musicsky

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 21d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A man in a white, toga-like tunic, is sitting in a dark room, resting his arms on the chair. He has a sullen, gloomy look on his face.
Albert Brooks, born on this day in 1947, as Daniel Miller in a scene from the film DEFENDING YOUR LIFE (1991)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 21d

Goooood morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky

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A man wearing headphones is screaming into a radio station microphone.
Robin Williams, born on this day in 1951 (d. 2014), as Adrian Cronauer in a scene from the film GOOD MORNING, VIETNAM (1987)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 22d

The other movie that made use of these giant, unusual trees was PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES (2011) #filmsky #moviesky

A shirtless man carries a woman toward giant trees as another woman, in pirate garb, looks on

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 22d

This spot on the Hawaiian island of Kauai is featured in JURASSIC PARK (1993) It's the scene where Grant discovers the hatched dino eggs nestled between the roots of a Moreton Bay fig tree, which we visited in the National Tropical Gardens. @phil-lipari.bsky.social guessed it! #filmsky #moviesky

A man is crouching between the the giant roots of a tree, staring in wonder at hatched eggshells.

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 22d

Vacation Location Quiz #1: New game, folks! Guess the movie (or movies) that were filmed at the location I snapped this photo at. We visited here during our just-concluded vacation. There are at least two correct answers for this photo. I'd rate this one Easy. #filmsky #moviesky #quiz

Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 22d

What'd I miss?

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A man in a green 1968 Mustang Mach II is hanging one out the driver's window. He's wearing a brown tweed jacket over a black turtleneck
Steve McQueen as Frank Bullitt in a scene from the film BULLITT (1968)

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Dan Sheehan@dansheehan· 22d

Good morning. #BOTD #filmsky #moviesky