The Greatest Batman Villain (1960’s t.v. series edition!) Tournament has begun!
In the play-in match-ups, Lola Lasagne edged our Nora Clavicle, while John Astin’s Riddler easily bested The Puzzler….
So let’s move on to the West Region.
Cast your votes!
Frank Gorshin's Riddler appeared eight times in the show's first season and returned for a single episode in the show's third season following a length contract dispute. John Astin's Riddler, on the other hand, only appeared in a single episode in season 2.
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 21, 2021
The Minstrel (Van Johnson) was an electronics genius with a lute. He was created for the series, but never appeared in the comic. Former med student Walter Slezak played the Clock King, uttering the immortal line: Some people kill time, but this time, time is going to kill you
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 21, 2021
Mad Hatter's (David Wayne) first appearance saw him exact revenge on the jury that convicted him by stealing their hats. Actor Rudy Vallée (Lord Marmaduke Ffog) was described as "an absolute churl" on set while his co-star Glynis John (Lady Penelope Peasoup) "was a dream".
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 21, 2021
False Face (Malachi throne) was credited as "?", leaving many to wonder whether Frank Sinatra had been behind the mask. The role of Minerva was originally intended for Mae West, while Zsa Zsa Gabor (who ultimately played the part) was slated to play Marsha Queen of Diamonds.
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 21, 2021
The tournament continues tomorrow with our East Region match-ups!
Today’s Yes/No…
Pina Colada Donut? Yes/Nohttps://t.co/9nYKtUsC2L
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 21, 2021
I mean – sure, why not?
Well, this is interesting…
Well this will certainly help cut down my travel time.
Wormhole Tunnels in Spacetime May Be Possible, New Research Suggests https://t.co/HZvxl6hieE via @sciam— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 21, 2021
Can I just say…Finally!
I seldom visit Twitter any more, and my offline life is ever more complex, so I’ll vote here for False Face only. I had the pleasure of conversation with Mr. Throne at a SciFi con a few years before he passed.