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Win Epic on Blu-ray
Pretty Clever Films Posted by Brandy Dean on Aug 19, 2013
In Epic, a teenager finds herself transported to a deep forest setting where a battle between the forces of good and the forces of evil is taking place. She bands together with a rag-tag group characters in order to save their world — and ours. Sound good? Really want to see this fantastic a read more
3 Classic Film Crossovers That Would Have Been Epic
Pretty Clever Films Posted by Claire Dunderman on Jul 29, 2013
The age of the crossover is upon us – even the fiercest of television enemies (such as Homer Simpson and Peter Griffin) are joining together for even just a little bit of screen time. There are some older films that really could have profited from a classic film crossover. That and it would h read more
Epic Fail: Operation IRON PETTICOAT (1956) (1)
The Great Katharine Hepburn Posted by Margaret Perry on Jun 12, 2013
Epic Fail: Operation IRON PETTICOAT (1956)
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“I believe, I hope, audiences have forgotten I ever made that film. I try not to say bad things about pictures I chose to make and took money for making them, but this one doesn't count. read more
Epic Fail: Operation IRON PETTICOAT (1956)
The Great Katharine Hepburn Posted by Margaret Perry on Jun 12, 2013
Epic Fail: Operation IRON PETTICOAT (1956)
Labels:
1950s,
Bob Hope,
The Iron Petticoat
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“I believe, I hope, audiences have forgotten I ever made that film. I try not to say bad things about pictures I chose to make and read more
Epic Fail: Operation IRON PETTICOAT (1956) (2)
Margaret Perry Posted by MargaretPerry on Jun 12, 2013
“I believe, I hope, audiences have forgotten I ever made that film. I try not to say bad things about pictures I chose to make and took money for making them, but this one doesn’t count.” (Katharine Hepburn, Chandler 216) When THE IRON PETTICOAT was released in the middle of America’s Mc read more
THE GREAT ZIEGFELD (1936): A Fitting Epic
Backlots Posted by Lara on May 8, 2013
Between the years 1907 and 1931, the Ziegfeld Follies were the toast of New York. The lavish entertainment spectacle that featured beautiful girls in beautiful gowns was wildly popular among New York’s high society, as was its creator, Florenz Ziegfeld, whose life was as decadent as his show read more
End Of Times BAAM Crossover: “2012″ and 12.12.12 Vertical Epic!
We Recycle Movies Posted by Anne Marie on Dec 14, 2012
Some say the world will end in fire,
Some say in ice.
From what I’ve tasted of desire
I hold with those who favor fire.
But if it had to perish twice,
I think I know enough of hate
To say that for destruction ice
Is also great
And would suffice.
~Robert Frost In a few days, the world is going read more
Lawrence of Arabia: A Re-Release of Epic Proportions!
Classic Movie Hub Blog Posted by minooallen on Oct 4, 2012
Lawrence of Arabia: An Epic Fathom/Sony Event! In honor of its 50th anniversary, the epic classic Lawrence of Arabia is being re-released in theatres in digitally restored glorious 4k, the highest resolution possible. Now, I must admit something I am slightly embarrassed about…I have never read more
An Epic Conclusion
Spoilers Posted by Duke Mantee on Sep 3, 2012
As an English major at a liberal arts college, the mantra “so what” was drilled into my head, as the crux of every paper. So why is this important? Why should I care about your argument? What is the larger purpose or application of your argument? So why did I write a lengthy series on epics? I have read more
An Epic New Series
Spoilers Posted by Duke Mantee on Jul 30, 2012
The definition of an “epic” film is one with a large, sweeping scope, depicting a historical (or mythical) event. It is bigger than a period piece, and sets the story of a hero against the historical backdrop. Critic Tim Dirks describes the recipe for an epic: “extravagant setting and lavish costum read more
Epic: Giant(1956).
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Apr 10, 2011
Giant(1956). Directed by George Stevens from a screenplay adapted by Fred Guiol and Ivan Moffat from the novel by Edna Ferber. The film stars Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson and James Dean and features Carroll Baker, Jane Withers, Chill Wills, Mercedes McCambridge, Dennis Hopper, Sal Mineo, Rod Tayl read more
Not another Epic movie... John Woo's Redcliff
Le Mot du Cinephiliaque Posted by Michael on Jun 30, 2010
Redcliff (John Woo, 2008) ReviewThis two piece epic by one of the best director of the Asian continent is a wonderful visual achievement. The epic genre, if it can be considered as a genre, has been redefined many times and mostly because of the CGI effects and because of the popularity of the Lord read more
Cecil B. DeMille: The Art of the Hollywood Epic
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
Cecil B. DeMille: The Art of the Hollywood Epic
by Cecilia de Mille Presley and Mark A. Vieira
Running Press
Hardcover - pages
November 2014
If you're going to invest in a high quality coffee table book, you shouldn't just go for looks alone. There is a pride in ownership of Cecil B. DeMille: Th read more
Cecil B. DeMille: The Art of the Hollywood Epic
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
Cecil B. DeMille: The Art of the Hollywood Epic
by Cecilia de Mille Presley and Mark A. Vieira
Running Press
Hardcover - pages
November 2014
If you're going to invest in a high quality coffee table book, you shouldn't just go for looks alone. There is a pride in ownership of Cecil B. DeMille: Th read more