Actually, there are 10 episodes of Wild Wild West with Dr. Loveless - the 10 best of the series in my opinion. He truly was an amazing man in many ways and now you can read all about Michael Dunn in his new biography titled The Big Life of a Little Man: Michael Dunn Remembered. Warning: You won't be able to put it down once you begin reading it! Google the title for more info.
I think that Michael Dunn, as Dr Miguelito Loveless stands alone as the greatest villain of all times. So articulate, well spoken and ---- as he portrays, a mad scientist with West and Gordon --- who (by script) "disrupts his most inspired plans".
It doesn't get any better. RIP, Mr Dunn. A devoted fan.
To paraphrase Nero Caesar: "What an artisit the world has lost". In Dunn, such articulation, command of the English language --- and what a beautiful voice.
I like the way you set the titles up as if a feature movie was made about Dr Loveless himself, and with a Paramount logo. It's a great idea by the way!
In spite of the fact that the first four (and best) black & white Loveless episodes hadn't been aired in decades, Mr. Dunn's exceptional genius still made such an indelible mark on the series that it seems impossible think of him not as a special guest star but as a regular. (This in spite of the fact that he only appeared only once in both the third and fourth seasons.) The viewer never looks down on Loveless in spite of his physical stature; indeed, we find ourselves looking up at him.
Unfortunately, it became apparent that Bruce Lansbury did not understand the character and Loveless became an "interchangeable" villian with little difference from others. At least, that's how the character was eventually written. However, that is not how Mr. Dunn played it, keeping the same consistency of the character from first to last.
Loveless started out as one of the great anti-heroes (using evil actions for a great end) under Freiberger in his desire to re-claim his ancestoral land of California and remake it as a paradise for children. His genius rivals and even surpasses DaVinci. Upon the death of series creator Michael Garrison and under the tenure of the series' last and most prolific producer Bruce Lansbury, the concept of Loveless deteriorated into aobsessed vengeful villian in a Blofeld/ SPECTRE mode.
Originally created by writer John Knubuehl and developed under producers Michael Garrison, Fred Freiberger, and Gene Coon, Dr. Loveless was one of the most fascinating heavies ever conceived. When you think of it, the part could only have been played by the great Michael Dunn, who gave it his own great talents, genius and charm. It was Dunn himself who gave the character his first name, "Miguelito" ("Little Michael").
The greatest actor of the world !!!!
Joker2011ize 4 months ago
Actually, there are 10 episodes of Wild Wild West with Dr. Loveless - the 10 best of the series in my opinion. He truly was an amazing man in many ways and now you can read all about Michael Dunn in his new biography titled The Big Life of a Little Man: Michael Dunn Remembered. Warning: You won't be able to put it down once you begin reading it! Google the title for more info.
anonymous524000 4 months ago
I think that Michael Dunn, as Dr Miguelito Loveless stands alone as the greatest villain of all times. So articulate, well spoken and ---- as he portrays, a mad scientist with West and Gordon --- who (by script) "disrupts his most inspired plans".
It doesn't get any better. RIP, Mr Dunn. A devoted fan.
principalflutist 9 months ago 3
To paraphrase Nero Caesar: "What an artisit the world has lost". In Dunn, such articulation, command of the English language --- and what a beautiful voice.
My favorite TV villain. Better than any other.
principalflutist 10 months ago 2
Great villian. Great actor. Reminds me of actor Everett Sloan.
ebf1957 1 year ago
One of the greates villians ever to hit TV.
The reunion movie with his "son" was terrible. And the Wil Smith movie? (excuse me while I go throw up)
There will never be another Miguelito Loveless.
R.I.P. Michael Dunn.
TomatoeAssassin 1 year ago
TV today can't touch this.
EnemyAce88 1 year ago
With respect to Kenneth Branagh, here we have the one, only and original Dr. Loveless.
Setebos 1 year ago
I like the way you set the titles up as if a feature movie was made about Dr Loveless himself, and with a Paramount logo. It's a great idea by the way!
deepseadirt 2 years ago
He was awesome!
talon115 2 years ago
In spite of the fact that the first four (and best) black & white Loveless episodes hadn't been aired in decades, Mr. Dunn's exceptional genius still made such an indelible mark on the series that it seems impossible think of him not as a special guest star but as a regular. (This in spite of the fact that he only appeared only once in both the third and fourth seasons.) The viewer never looks down on Loveless in spite of his physical stature; indeed, we find ourselves looking up at him.
Noveltooner 2 years ago
wow, it seems that you know Mr Dunn personally
laurentdelyon 2 years ago
Unfortunately, it became apparent that Bruce Lansbury did not understand the character and Loveless became an "interchangeable" villian with little difference from others. At least, that's how the character was eventually written. However, that is not how Mr. Dunn played it, keeping the same consistency of the character from first to last.
Noveltooner 2 years ago
Loveless started out as one of the great anti-heroes (using evil actions for a great end) under Freiberger in his desire to re-claim his ancestoral land of California and remake it as a paradise for children. His genius rivals and even surpasses DaVinci. Upon the death of series creator Michael Garrison and under the tenure of the series' last and most prolific producer Bruce Lansbury, the concept of Loveless deteriorated into aobsessed vengeful villian in a Blofeld/ SPECTRE mode.
Noveltooner 2 years ago
Originally created by writer John Knubuehl and developed under producers Michael Garrison, Fred Freiberger, and Gene Coon, Dr. Loveless was one of the most fascinating heavies ever conceived. When you think of it, the part could only have been played by the great Michael Dunn, who gave it his own great talents, genius and charm. It was Dunn himself who gave the character his first name, "Miguelito" ("Little Michael").
Noveltooner 2 years ago
An exceptional talent. Great villain.
jongreek 3 years ago 4
Nominated for both an Oscar and a Tony, Mr. Dunn had more screen presence (and talent) than many leading men I could name. RIP Michael.
raywode 3 years ago 2
@raywode i think you summed it up, mr dunn was indeed an exceptional actor, IQ of near genius, he is greatly missed rip
ftlshome1 3 weeks ago
I couldn't agree more. He had a LOT of charisma and played his parts well. He was one of the greatest 'bad' guys.
originalfizixx 3 years ago
Thank you for this testament to the talents of Michael Dunn. What a tragedy that he died at such an early age (39)!
corgihound 4 years ago 2