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Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 25, 2019
“If you want to be a success in Hollywood, be sure and go to New York.” –Bert Lahr Bert Lahr was lucky enough to have an iconic role in one of the most beloved films of all time. While many will recall his performance as the Cowardly Lion in The Wizard of Oz (1939), his experience read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 4, 2019
“I have to confess that my way of singing is very much affected by my private life, or by anything that touches me personally. I am a man, not a machine.” –Mel Tormé Mel Tormé was one of the great jazz singers of his day. Nicknamed “The Velvet Fog,” he was responsible for entertai read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 21, 2019
The Gold Digger films are often characterized as the quintessential 1930s musicals. Typically featuring a backstage musical formula, the films usually tell the story of the relationships and conflicts that occur during the production of a musical. While musical numbers occur along the way, addition read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 14, 2019
“I must be the oldest living child soprano.” –Kathryn Grayson The Golden Age of the Hollywood musical allowed many vocalists and dancers to shine. Along with many other fabulous talents, Kathryn Grayson made her mark upon the genre as a charming American actress and coloratura sop read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 7, 2019
Many remember Danny Thomas as an individual who made his mark upon the entertainment industry as a nightclub comedian, singer, actor, and producer. His lengthy career included a starring role in a situation comedy, in addition to appearing in a wide range of variety shows. Though valued as an enter read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 24, 2018
“Love is stronger than life. It reaches beyond the dark shadow of death.” –Clifton Webb as Waldo Lydecker in Laura (1944) The story of romance between Laura Hunt (Gene Tierney) and Det. Lt. Mark McPherson (Dana Andrews) is far from ordinary. Unlike the lighthearted affairs that initiate many read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 10, 2018
“The best thing about switching from being an actor to being a director is that you don’t have to shave or hold your stomach in anymore.” –Dick Powell Dick Powell was easily one of the most versatile talents of his day. Seamlessly making the transition from charming musical read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 3, 2018
“Because I’m a vivid blonde and people think of me as a chorus girl they won’t believe I’m any more than just that.” –Toby Wing When thinking of some of the top stars of the 30s, Toby Wing’s name does not immediately come to mind. A chorus girl that went unbilled read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 26, 2018
The TCL Chinese Theatre forecourt is one of the most exciting places for a classic film fan to visit. While Hollywood Blvd is always bustling with activity and tourists from all over the world, classic film fans will especially enjoy making the pilgrimage to the front of the theater. There, immorta read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 12, 2018
“What is the law? It’s a gun pointed at somebody’s head. All depends upon which end of the gun you stand, whether the law is just or not.” –Cary Grant as Leopold Dilg in The Talk of the Town (1942) The concept of the love triangle is not foreign to classic films. There read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 5, 2018
“I became a dancer in self-defense. I was doing a comedy monologue and didn’t know how else to get off, so I danced off. I’ve been dancing ever since, but I’m still a comedian.” –Ray Bolger For nearly a century, audiences all over the world have fallen in love wi read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 29, 2018
Rita Hayworth was one of the most iconic stars of her day. Nicknamed “The Love Goddess,” Hayworth’s image graced many a silver screen and was beloved by fans the world over. Margarita Carmen Cansino was born in Brooklyn, New York, the oldest child of two dancers. Her father, Eduardo Cansino Sr., read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 8, 2018
“I put all my intelligence, such as it is, into playing dumb blondes.” –Vivian Blaine Whether in her days as a glamorous cherry redhead or a zany blonde, Vivian Blaine was an enthusiastic delight in many films. Harboring musical talents and excellent timing, Blaine could easily st read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 24, 2018
“If people want to think I get drunk and stay out all night, let ’em. That’s how I got here, you know.” –Dean Martin There are many fine singers who made their mark upon classic Hollywood cinema and the Great American Songbook. From working as a crooner, to acting as o read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 10, 2018
“I simply love this business. That’s all.” –Dana Andrews Dana Andrews was a key Hollywood star throughout the 1940s. Shining as a romantic lead in many dramatic films, Andrews worked with many top actresses of the day. Though he appeared in several notable films, he is most read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 3, 2018
“Age is something that doesn’t matter, unless you are a cheese.” –Billie Burke While best remembered for her portrayal of Glinda the Good Witch of the North in The Wizard of Oz (1939), Billie Burke lead a fascinating life and career that spanned from work on Broadway, radio, read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 6, 2018
“I’m out of the Midwest. It was a good place to come from. It gives you a sense of right or wrong and fairness, which is lacking in our society.” –Steve McQueen While many films are remembered for the heroic figures they feature, Steve McQueen is often remembered for portray read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 16, 2018
“I always had a sense of peace when I went there. It was home because I never had a home.” –Donald O’Connor In Singin’ in the Rain (1952), Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor) jokes that Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen) is a triple threat: she can’t sing, can’t danc read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 2, 2018
“Don’t think I am not homesick for America. I say ‘homesick’ advisedly because I am a man with two homes — America, which gave me hospitality for many happy years, and where my daughter was born; and my native England.” –Leslie Howard While the mere mention read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jun 25, 2018
“If I dressed for myself, I wouldn’t bother at all. Clothes bore me. I’d wear jeans. I dress for the image. Not for myself, not for the public, not for fashion, not for men.” –Marlene Dietrich Marlene Dietrich was of the sultriest actresses of the silver screen. Holdin read more