Hue and Cry

Hello there

I just had a go at getting onto the message board to post a message/question on ‘Hue and Cry’ but couldn’t logon with the details (although they get me onto the site without a problem).

..................techie Mike, this is for you.

My question is about the pictures hc006 and hc007 – I was thrilled to see the modern day views of this block as I have been looking for it for many years (in my quest I discussed the location directly with Harry Fowler by mail and Douglas Slocombe on the phone but neither could remember where the block was).

..................yes, we have constantly found this. Obviously the film actors get up at the crack of dawn, are whisked away to somewhere, are made to go through their paces, and are driven off again. And all of this 50 years ago!!!! No wonder they don't remember!

Based on the details I went to Airlie Gardens to find the block but it wasn’t there – is there a chance that this is a misprint?

...............Not a misprint, but a claim by David Neicho, one of our regular contributors. I'm sending him a copy of this email so that he can help.

I walked all round Airlie Gardens (there only appears to be one Street of that name) and there are no block resembling the one in the picture. If you or the person who took the photo can suggest anything I’d be very grateful.

..............Over to you David.

I think the site is fantastic by the way.
All the best Dave

...........Glad you like it. The Magnet, shot in Liverpool and New Brighton is going up next.
............Best wishes
..........John Tunstill