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The Art of the Hollywood Backdrop - Book Review
Silver Scenes - A Blog for Classic Film Lovers Posted by The Metzinger Sisters on Mar 17, 2017
In November 2016, Regan Arts released "The Art of the Hollywood Backdrop" by Richard M. Isackes and Karen L. Maness. This beautiful 11 x 14" hardcover coffee table book is fully illustrated with behind-the-scenes photographs of the impressive set backdrops that were created for the major Hollywood s read more
Top 5: Mothers and Daughters in Old Hollywood Films
Old Hollywood Films Posted by Amanda Garrett on Mar 11, 2017
Here's a list of the top five mothers and daughters in old Hollywood films. Joan Crawford and Ann Blyth in Mildred Pierce (1945) are on the list.
The bond between mother and child is a subject that old Hollywood movies explore again and again. The many films about mothers include heartwarming fam read more
From the Archives : Michael Redgrave Arrives in Hollywood
Silver Scenes - A Blog for Classic Film Lovers Posted by The Metzinger Sisters on Mar 4, 2017
In this 1947 publicity photo, Michael Redgrave is seen disembarking a train in Los Angeles. The actor, one of England's top ranking box-office favorites at the time, had just arrived in Hollywood for his first American film production Secret Beyond the Door, released by Universal Pictures. Little di read more
Book Review--High Noon: The Hollywood Blacklist and the Making of an American Classic
Classic Movies Posted by KC on Feb 17, 2017
High Noon: The Hollywood Blacklist and the Making of an American Classic
Glenn Frankel
Bloomsbury USA, 2017
It's hard to believe, but during its production the classic Academy Award-winning western High Noon (1952) was not expected to attract much more attention and acclaim than a standard 'B' pict read more
Hollywood birthdays
The Old Hollywood Garden Posted by Carol Martinheira on Feb 8, 2017
Hollywood birthdays
On February 8, 2017 By CarolIn Uncategorized
You know how April 5th is such a well-known date amongst Classic Hollywood buffs, ’cause so many people were born that day? Bette, Spencer Tracy, Greg Peck, etc… Well, I was just po read more
Top 5: Cats in Old Hollywood Movies
Old Hollywood Films Posted by Amanda Garrett on Jan 28, 2017
Here's a list of the top five cats in old Hollywood films. Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961), starring Audrey Hepburn and a tabby named Orangey, is on the list.
From Lassie to Rin Tin Tin, dogs have always been old Hollywood's pet of choice, but, ever since the movies began, cats have had their place read more
History Through Hollywood: “The Cinema”
The Blonde At The Film Posted by Cameron on Jan 23, 2017
In this History Through Hollywood, I’m tackling one of my favorite essays on film, Virginia Woolf’s “The Cinema.” It was published in 1926 and encompasses an incredible breadth of film theory while beautifully capturing what makes movies different, special, and powerful. Wool read more
Comet Over Hollywood Holiday Special
Comet Over Hollywood Posted by on Dec 22, 2016
Almost every Christmas for the past five years, I try to film a special Christmas video for the readers and supporters of Comet Over Hollywood. Last year’s video was a little violent, so this year we opted for something briefer and food oriented. Enjoy! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Ch read more
Book Review--The Purple Diaries: Mary Astor and the Most Sensational Hollywood Scandal of the 1930s
Classic Movies Posted by KC on Dec 8, 2016
The Purple Diaries: Mary Astor and the Most Sensational Hollywood Scandal of the 1930s
Joseph Egan
Diversion Books, 2016
In 1936, Mary Astor was in the process of filming what was arguably her best performance in the William Wyler-directed drama Dodsworth (1936). She was a few years away from her A read more
Book Review: When Broadway Went to Hollywood
Classic Movies Posted by KC on Dec 1, 2016
When Broadway Went to Hollywood
Ethan Mordden
Oxford University Press, 2016
What would post-silent age Hollywood have become without the contributions of talents from Broadway? It's difficult to envision the industry developing the way it did without the infusion of stage actors that gave the early read more
Precode Hollywood Quiz
Lets Misbehave: A Tribute to Precode Hollywood Posted by Emma on Nov 17, 2016
This is my first attempt to create a quiz specifically for Precode hollywood lovers. I have tried to make it ‘medium’ difficulty with a few easy ones sprinkled throughout. I’d love any feedback on question difficulty and quiz layout as well as hearing everyone’s results. read more
What If Downton Abbey Were an Old Hollywood Film?
Old Hollywood Films Posted by Amanda Garrett on Nov 12, 2016
Today, I'm speculating on the actors who could have appeared in an old Hollywood film version of the hit British TV series, Downton Abbey.
This article is part of The Great Imaginary Film Blogathon hosted by Silver Scenes.
The period drama Downton Abbey became a global phenomenon when it premi read more
Hollywood Optimism vs. British Reality
Classic Film & TV Cafe Posted by Rick29 on Nov 7, 2016
Within the last week, I watched two films I hadn't seen in many years: the 1937 Shirley Temple vehicle Wee Willie Winkie and the 1959 British crime drama Sapphire. It would be difficult to find two films so distinctly different in every way. And yet, these films share a common theme: prejudice. Pred read more
Hollywood Optimism vs. British Reality
Classic Film & TV Cafe Posted by Rick29 on Nov 7, 2016
Within the last week, I watched two films I hadn't seen in many years: the 1937 Shirley Temple vehicle Wee Willie Winkie and the 1959 British crime drama Sapphire. It would be difficult to find two films so distinctly different in every way. And yet, these films share a common theme: prejudice. Pred read more
Hollywood Home Tour - Norma Talmadge
Silver Scenes - A Blog for Classic Film Lovers Posted by The Metzinger Sisters on Nov 6, 2016
"Everybody pile into the bus now! If we take any more lunch breaks like we have, we will still be on this bus in twenty years time. Once again, we'll be taking a slight detour to see an exceptionally beautiful home....the estate of that star of the silent era, Norma Talmadge. Fasten your seat belts read more
The CMBA “Hollywood on Hollywood” Blogathon: The Player (1992)
Shadows and Satin Posted by shadowsandsatin on Oct 19, 2016
The Player (1992) is described by some as a satirical comedy, by others as a mystery/crime film. To me, it’s a first-rate neo-noir that will leave you breathless. But it doesn’t start out that way. This Robert Altman-directed film begins innocuously, with a seamless, eight-minute unedited sequence t read more
CMBA FALL BLOGATHON, HOLLYWOOD ON HOLLYWOOD: Hollywood Story (1951)
Caftan Woman Posted by on Oct 18, 2016
"An old silent picture director was murdered. To this day no one knows who did it. Do his life story and all the characters that surround him. Lots of old timers. Sticky, nostalgic stuff about the days of silent pictures."
Talent agent Mitch Davis (Jim Backus) is tryi read more
CMBA FALL BLOGATHON, HOLLYWOOD ON HOLLYWOOD: Hollywood Story (1951)
Caftan Woman Posted by Caftan Woman on Oct 18, 2016
"An old silent picture director was murdered. To this day no one knows who did it. Do his life story and all the characters that surround him. Lots of old timers. Sticky, nostalgic stuff about the days of silent pictures."
Talent agent Mitch Davis (Jim Backus) is tryi read more
Hollywood on Hollywood Blogathon: Hollywood Steps Out
A Person in the Dark Posted by FlickChick on Oct 17, 2016
This is my entry in the CMBA Hollywood on Hollywood Blogathon. Click HERE to read more about films that focus on our favorite town in the world.
Hollywood Steps Out (1941)
Before I ever saw Ann Sheridan, George Raft and even Greta Garbo in a movie, I knew who they were because of the War read more
To the Women of Classic Hollywood.
Love Letters to Old Hollywood Posted by Michaela on Oct 13, 2016
I'm at a loss as to how to begin this letter. I have a million things to say, trust me, but organizing my thoughts is difficult when it comes to confessing my adoration for the people I call my heroes. And trust me, you gals are my heroes. I've always been proud to be a woman, but watching you on th read more