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Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 29, 2019
Warner Brothers continued its chain of Gold Diggers musicals after their newer installments to the series proved to be profitable. After experimenting with an original story and a brand new cast of characters with Gold Diggers of 1935 (1935), the studio made the decision to base their latest film i read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 28, 2019
After the rousing success of Gold Diggers of 1933 (1933), Warner Brothers did not delay in adding a new installment to the series. The next film in the series called upon all the more creativity from the studio: a fresh, original story that was not based upon any of the Gold Digger series predecess read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 27, 2019
When I was planning my first trip to Los Angeles, I was eager to take Karie Bible’s walking tour at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, having followed her work and research on Rudolph Valentino’s legendary “Lady in Black.” I love to explore cemeteries for the art and architecture t read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 24, 2019
As I was scrolling through Twitter one evening, I was excited to see Ky of Saga of Ginger post a recipe for Ginger Rogers’s fruit muffins. Previously, my only celebrity baking adventure was Katharine Hepburn’s brownies and I had been curious about attempting another recipe ever since th read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 23, 2019
“I’d love to see more women working as directors and producers. Today, it’s almost impossible to do it unless you are an actress or writer with power. I wouldn’t hesitate right this minute to hire a talented woman if the subject matter were right.” –Ida Lupino Wh read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 22, 2019
Herbie Brown: What time is it? Slicker Smith: None of your business! —Buck Privates (1941) Out of the many Abbott and Costello films that the famous comedic duo of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello made, Buck Privates (1941) is easily my favorite. A humorous story set against a more serious context read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 20, 2019
“I have big teeth. I lisp. My eyes disappear when I smile. My voice is funny. I don’t sing like Judy Garland. I don’t dance like Cyd Charisse. But women identify with me. And while men desire Cyd Charisse, they’d take me home to meet Mom.” –June Allyson MGM was one of the read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 19, 2019
Of the many Gold Digger films, one of the most celebrated iterations of this series is Gold Diggers of 1933 (1933). This film showcases many characteristics that immediately come to mind when thinking of the Gold Digger films: Busby Berkeley choreography, Depression Era tunes, and a Warner Brothers read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 14, 2019
Writing the book and telling the story of my family helped me weave things together at a time when they seemed to be unraveling. Writing has always served this function for me. Over the years, I always wrote letters to my aunt and uncle and Uncle Ray told me, “You write like a son of a gun!&# read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 13, 2019
After yesterday evening’s festivities, I was ready to begin a full day of Red Skelton Festival activities. My morning started off with me arriving to the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center to set up for my presentation on Du Barry Was a Lady (1943) for that afternoon. After that, I had a bit read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 12, 2019
Among the many great comics of Hollywood’s Golden Age, audiences were particularly blessed with two talented redheads during this time: Lucille Ball (an honorary redhead) and Red Skelton. The two worked alongside one another in an energetic and imaginative musical film entitled, Du Barry Was read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 10, 2019
Vincennes, Indiana, is a town that proudly remembers one if the stars it produced–Red Skelton. While other stars such as Alvy Moore and Alice Terry were also born in the small railroad town, it is Red Skelton who continues to be the biggest draw to the town by film fans. In addition to housin read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 5, 2019
“What became of my money? Well, I was not used to wealth when the studios began dumping it into my lap. The dollars slipped through my fingers like sand and went to pay for automobiles, houses and one great item–clothing.” –Mae Busch Mae Busch worked with so many Hollywood g read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 29, 2019
“I’ve never played anyone but myself on screen.” –Glenn Ford Glenn Ford was among the many Golden Age actors to enjoy a prolific career and several iconic roles. Best remembered for his film noir roles in Gilda (1946) and The Big Heat (1953), Ford offered many praiseworthy p read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 18, 2019
“I have conquered science! Why can’t I conquer love?” –Peter Lorre as Doctor Gogol There are so many talented stars who made their mark upon the horror genre, with Peter Lorre shining as one of the most iconic horror stars. Possessing a distinct voice and manner of speaking read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 16, 2019
“I prayed for an angel of the Lord and the Devil sent me you.” –Victor Mature as Samson Samson and Delilah (1949) is among the many biblical epics released by Paramount Pictures. Produced and directed by Cecil B. DeMille, the film tells the story of the mighty Samson, who’s read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 15, 2019
“The best weapon a woman has is a man’s imagination.”–Maureen O’Sullivan as Jane Parker One of the most interesting serials to reflect upon from the Pre-Code era is the Tarzan series of films. Starring Johnny Weissmuller and Maureen O’Sullivan as Tarzan and Jane, read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 11, 2019
“Check the lunatic asylums. He’s probably missing from one of them.” —Myrna Loy as Margit Agnew Without a doubt, Myrna Loy and William Powell were one of the best loved on-screen couples. Though the two were not romantically involved behind the scenes, they starred in many c read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 8, 2019
After a running start to the festival by seeing two delightful films with an engaged audience, I was ready to add some Pre-Code to my time at TCM Film Festival. Thankfully, there were plenty of opportunities to indulge in some enticing Pre-Code films, in addition to a variety of panel discussions a read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 5, 2019
The entertainment industry has had its share of challenges to overcome. In reflecting upon the many issue that arouse, one of the most prominent ones was the blacklist. Occurring during the trying time of McCarthyism, the entire nation was experiencing the effects of the Red Scare, leading to an in read more