Howard Gottfried

Research scientist Eddie Jessup (William Hurt) believes other states of consciousness are as real as everyday reality. Using sensory deprivation, then adding powerful hallucinogenic drugs, he explores these altered states ... and endures experiences that make madness seem a blessing.

"Harvey Fierstein recreates his role as the unsinkable Arnold Beckoff in this film adaptation of the smash Broadway play. Both funny and poignant, [it] chronicles a New Yorker's search for love, respect and tradition in a world that seems not especially made for him. Armed with a keenly developed sense of humor and piercing wit, Arnold tests commonly accepted terms of endearment, and confirms that happiness is well worth carrying a torch for"--Container....

Mr. Nanny: Thinking his manager has found him a bodyguard job, former pro-wrestler Sean Armstrong is horrified to learn he's been hired to watch over two nanny-hating kids. But even more dangerous than the kids' "Home Alone"--Style booby traps is a Top-secret Peacekeeper ray-gun invented by the kids' genius father. The children and their behemoth babysitter team up to thwart the villain, save the world and learn some heartwarming lessons about friendship. Suburban...