He always played tough guy roles, flawed but sympathetic, and he was my idol when I was a teenager. So I’m out one day, wearing a dark turtleneck and tweed sports jacket just like Garfield’s.
This kid approaches, looks me up and down, and snarls, “Murderer!”
He made my day.
Alex Markovich has a good memory. He’s 80.
After reading your winning submission on John Garfield, I realize you are not the Alex Markovich who is married to a young college of mine…another Alex Markovich. I enjoyed reading your stories
Terry, I’m sorry for answering your post so late. I’ve just discovered it. No,I’m not the same Alex Markovich. Anyone who still remembers Garfield is probably not young. But belated thanks for the compliment