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In 2011, I announced I was trying to see every film released in 1939. This new series chronicles films released in 1939 as I watch them. As we start out this blog feature, this section may become more concrete as I search for a common thread that runs throughout each film of the year. Right now, th read more

UK / 46 minutes / bw / E.J. Fancey Productions, New Realm Dir & Scr: Denis L. Kavanagh, Edwin J. Fancey Pr: Edwin J. Fancey Cine: Hal Morey Cast: John Blyth (i.e., John Blythe), Jackie Collins, Graham Stark, Adrienne Scott, Michael Partridge, Ken Hayward, John Crowhurst, Campbell Singer (voice), read more

There are movies that rely on car chases, such as the Fast and Furious series I referenced in the title. There are also movies that heavily feature car chases as part of their plot. One of the most notable is The French Connection. Another personal favorite is the over-the-top chase scene in The Blu read more

A while back I realized that Hulu had picked up the 80’s TV police series Hill Street Blues and remembering how much I liked it during its initial run, decided it was time for a grand rewatch. So far I’m about half-way through the third season, and it’s definitely holding up to my read more

The particulars of the marriage between Carole Lombard and Clark Gable on March 29, 1939 have led to confusion, legend and just plain falsehood. We know they wed in Kingman, Ariz., and met the press at their soon-to-be home in Encino on March 30. (The photo above was snapped on that day.)But how'd t read more

My contribution to the blogosphere has been discreet lately and appart from posting a movie review here and there I haven’t participated in Blogathons or other events. So it was quite a surprise to be nominated for an award. With a bit of surprise and recognition from Barry of Cinematic Cat read more

‘What? They never won an Oscar?!’ Part 3 On February 25, 2017 By CarolIn Uncategorized Myrna Loy She had quite a prolific career. And she was one of those people who could do anything, from Pre-Code to screwball to drama. One of her best pe read more

‘What? They never won an Oscar?!’ Part 2 On February 23, 2017February 23, 2017 By CarolIn Uncategorized   Carole Lombard My Man Godfrey, 1936/37 I love Carole Lombard in everything. I am constantly amazed at how effortlessly funny and read more

‘What? They never won an Oscar?!’ Part 1 On February 20, 2017February 20, 2017 By CarolIn Uncategorized Before we crack on with this list, I should point out that in no way do I think Oscars are the sole measurement for greatness when it com read more

I don’t write much about anime here, simply because I don’t watch that much of it nowadays. However, back in the 90s, when it was seeing its first real American boom thanks to a home video market that was desperate for all kinds of content, I did watch quite a bit and found a lot to like read more

They Were Expendable (1945), starring John Wayne, Donna Reed, and Robert Montgomery, is one of the 1001 classic movies you should see. Each Monday, I'm going to recommend a classic movie you should see (for the reasons behind the 1001 series and reviews of earlier films covered go here). Aug read more

As of a few minutes ago, I turned 61. I find that hard to believe.Not because I've lived the type of life that would make reaching that milestone an improbability; I'm hardly the daredevil sort. And I can't claim to be in the usual condition to celebrate, not what with all that's gone on during 2016 read more

As of a few minutes ago, I turned 61. I find that hard to believe.Not because I've lived the type of life that would make reaching that milestone an improbability; I'm hardly the daredevil sort. And I can't claim to be in the usual condition to celebrate, not what with all that's gone on during 2016 read more

Hollywood studios during the Precode era were some of the best at promoting films. On some occasions the films publicity posters, advertisements and promotional events were more interesting than the films themselves. Footlights Parade (1933), a movie filled dozens of chorus girls in skimpy outfits p read more

I have a booklet titled Foods and Fashions of 1936 that the Fox Crane Theatre (Carthage, Missouri) sold for $1.00 in 1936. It includes a dedication to the recently deceased Will Rogers in the front. The rest of the booklet is all foods and fashions as the title suggests.  A photo of Franchot ac read more

Don’t get me wrong, I love Christopher Walken and I love the way they use him as King Louie in the new Jungle Book movie. And in many ways his interpretation of “I Want To Be Like You” is one of the highlights of the film, but really, the did the whole let’s get him to sing b read more

They Won’t Believe Me, one of many fabulous noir features released in 1947, contains enough twists and turns to satisfy any noir fan; a would-be sympathetic protagonist who’s really a heel; and instead of a love triangle, a love QUADRANGLE. But that’s not the story I’m telling today. Today’s read more

From time to time I like to spend time on what I call "Remake Alley" and this trip to is part of the "They Remade What?!" blogathon hosted by Phyllis Loves Classic Movies which runs from October 9th to 11th.  Check it out HERE.   Movie:  One Way Passage Genre:  Romance, Drama, read more

Ocean’s 11 (1960) vs Ocean’s Eleven (2001): They Remade What?! Blogathon 09 Friday Oct 2015 Posted by Summer Reeves in 1960s, 2000s, Blogathon, Comedy, Crime ≈ 7 Comments Tags1960s, 2000s, Blogathon, Comedy, Cri read more

IMAGINE. A big cheese like the former Mayor of Asbury Park, Ed Johnson, asking a small fry like me to introduce a classic film. So I am…and am flattered and honored to do it: I have to admit, my blood runs cold as soon as this movie’s music starts underneath the Warner Brothers’ shield ̵ read more