All Dead

remembering this nostalgic poem of yours. I know how you must feel that you don't fit in the world with all the new actors' names. I am starting to feel that way hearing my students say they never heard of folks like Dustin Hoffman, simon and Garfunkel and many many others.

I guess I am not good with names. Because often NONE of their names pop into my mind, and certainly not the ones before the 60's hahaha. This is very nice, I understand exactly its meaning and on the dreams, so far I have found two or three others here that dream almost that same crappy dream! Luv, andrea

Dead the soul, alive the name . What a great read. A memory who our minds do not forget thier tallent.. Enjoyed the read..loving it...

WOW! I'm 60 years older than you, but I've never pinpointed the time of dying. Your poem is quite beautiful. Leon Errol was the greatest drunk ever. Buchanan was always rubbing his face in confusion. Good to hear from you. BIG LOVE, daver

yes they are alive and alive in this poem i enjoyed thee read im only 21 but i do know about Binnie Barnes! and i loved the last line it pulled the whole poem together, great write!=)Jo

Isn't that amazing? I find myself doing the same thing. I'll look at an old movie and recognize all these actors and I'll say to myself,..."That's right, he's (or she) gone. He (or she) passed away about three years ago." "I forgot that this actor passed on. But as you say, they're dead, but live on forever on film. Great free verse! Milt

Hello Daver! Just stopping by to say thank you for your kind congrats on my feature. In this poem is something I have thought about often. Amazing how people live on. It's a beautiful thing really, and a wonderful write. love & hugs, shar xoxo

Never dead when you make an impression. You will live forever. lol Love, Lainie

Wonderful Daver, all dead...but quite alive... The magic of the motion pictures! Good luck also with your book Daver! Can't wait to see in print! ~Trudy~

creative poem! my friend! jim

Glad the movies keep them alive. Interesting perspective for the reader to enjoy. Keep on writing and sharing your poetry with us. Have a wonderful weekend. Karen

Just like the Queen track " All Dead and Gone " excellent Daver, i still recall watching Deana Durban films when i was younger, i thought she was beautiful>>James

Nice reminder of old movie stars and movies. Sara

I am so happy to be reading your excellent poetry today Daver. I thank you for sharing it here at the Soup. Love, Carol

I know those names....such a fan of old movies am I. Edgar Buchanan, that gravel voice of his.. And funny, but one of the first (not my best) poems I submitted on P.S. was this same theme...(called "Black and White". ) It occurred to me as well, what a miracle that they live on ...dead but alive. We are of the same mind dear Daver...and sometimes it makes me sad to watch those faces on tv now and see how many are gone. Today's stars, or bit players...well it's just not the same, is it??

Awesome writing brother Daver...

Daver, I have some old Spencer Tracy, Cary Grant, Jimmy Stewart and Elizabeth Taylor movies. Though Taylor still lives, her career is over now. But what a legacy each of these actors has given us! Their names and their contributions will certainly remain "quite alive." Love you, Carolyn