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The Charming Psychopath of INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS

There are so many types of villains in the movies- mobsters, monsters, scoundrels, crooks, creeps, vixens, killers… and they come in all persuasions of evil, smarmy, spooky and scary. The variety of ‘bad guys’ reminds me of the scene in Mel Brooks’ BLAZING SADDLES (1974) when Harvey Korman as Hedy (err, that’s Hedley) Lamarr rounds up every nasty ne’er-do-well in the wild west. Check out … Continue reading The Charming Psychopath of INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS

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Classic Film, Biography, Film Festivals

HOLLYWOOD HIGHLIGHTS: The “Fake” Studio Tour

Beyond the incredible four days packed with screenings and awe-inspiring events, my recent trip to Tinseltown for the TCM Film Festival included much more. I traveled out to Hollywood and bookended my trip with a couple of extra days to take in more than just the mad dash of the official fest (…like the mad dash of sightseeing!) Perhaps if I squeezed in more time … Continue reading HOLLYWOOD HIGHLIGHTS: The “Fake” Studio Tour

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Film Festivals

Hollywood Dreams Come True at TCM Film Fest 2015

Years from now, the 6th annual Turner Classic Film Festival may be described as the year that made history. How suitable considering this year’s theme of ‘History according to Hollywood.’ There was a feeling of change in the air. The Proof: 1. Our beloved patron saint of classic film Robert Osborne was not present this year. (All curiosities of how he was doing with his … Continue reading Hollywood Dreams Come True at TCM Film Fest 2015

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classic film review

The Cost of Success in EMPLOYEES’ ENTRANCE (1933)

“There’s no room for sympathy or softness – my code is smash or be smashed!”… Warren William as Kurt Anderson In the heart of the Great Depression of 1933, Roy Del Ruth’s EMPLOYEES’ ENTRANCE was released just a few months prior to the election that ousted stock-market-crashing President Hoover and ushered in economic-rebuilder President FDR. The political and economic climate of desperation and uncertainty in … Continue reading The Cost of Success in EMPLOYEES’ ENTRANCE (1933)

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classic film review

Salacious Sins in I’M NO ANGEL (1933)

Mae West was an original. Her personality was bigger than life and her sexuality was a powerful force of nature. In West’s second writing credit on film, Wesley Ruggles’ I’M NO ANGEL stands out as a definitive Pre-Code. Following the success of SHE DONE HIM WRONG released earlier that year, the even greater popularity of I’M NO ANGEL as the top grossing film of 1933 … Continue reading Salacious Sins in I’M NO ANGEL (1933)

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Modern Film

The Secret Of Roan Inish, the Legend of the Selkie, and How my Husband Caught One

My favorite holiday is upon us. ST. PATRICK’S DAY. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a nut for Christmas like nobody’s business. Mainly because of the songs, old TV specials and films. Furthermore, I’m truly a nut because for me, I could sing those holiday songs all year long (…the very opposite reaction for most folks.) But I’ve always felt St. Patrick’s Day was MY holiday. … Continue reading The Secret Of Roan Inish, the Legend of the Selkie, and How my Husband Caught One

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Film Festivals

TCM Film Festival ANNOUNCEMENT! Look Out for new Social Producers

As we swiftly inch closer to next week’s Turner Classic Movies Film Festival, more news emerges, reflecting what may be the most interesting fest to date. With a diverse assortment of film and events crammed into a full 4 day day schedule, passholders are also chattering about the highly anticipated list of mega stars such as Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Sophia Loren, Ann-Margret, Dustin Hoffman, … Continue reading TCM Film Festival ANNOUNCEMENT! Look Out for new Social Producers

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Film Festivals

2015 Kansas Silent Film Festival

The last weekend of every February brings two things to the northeastern corner of Kansas- the high likelihood of harsh winter weather and the Kansas Silent Film Festival. This year in celebrating its 19th year, the weather was undoubtedly cold but certainly navigable yet another stellar line-up of silent cinema kept the crowds warm at the Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas. Each year, this event … Continue reading 2015 Kansas Silent Film Festival

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THE PRINCESS BRIDE, the Perfect Mawwiage in Romance and Comedy

It’s March- a transition into springtime. For college hoops fans that means March Madness, for Irish affecianados, March means St. Pat’s celebrations and for many young lovers, this is the perfect time to plan nuptials. How better a time to discuss the best moments from a romantic comedy classic of a fairytale love story, Rob Reiner’s THE PRINCESS BRIDE (1987)? Here are my cinematic tidbits … Continue reading THE PRINCESS BRIDE, the Perfect Mawwiage in Romance and Comedy

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Classic Film, Biography

THE OSCARS: Powerful Speeches and Surprises

The Oscars are over so the red carpets are all rolled up and hopefully Hollywood A-listers are resting up after their long night of frivolity, marking the end of the marathon of awards season. But it’s also the traditional time for pundits to weigh in on the winning and the losing highlights from Tinseltown’s most exciting night. Why should I be any different? Neil Patrick … Continue reading THE OSCARS: Powerful Speeches and Surprises

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