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Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 22, 2018
When I reflect on the Academy Awards, many traditions come to mind: gorgeous red carpet fashions, glowing statuettes, delights, disappointments, moving tributes, and so much more. However, at the heart of it all, there is always a host to propel the ceremony along–for better or worse–an read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 19, 2018
When I teach Film Study to my high school students, I always emphasize that for every one actor we see on screen, there are dozens of other people behind the camera who also hold a crucial part in making a film come to life. In the case of Libeled Lady, audiences are given the delightful opportunit read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 19, 2018
When I teach Film Study to my high school students, I always emphasize that for every one actor we see on screen, there are dozens of other people behind the camera who also hold a crucial part in making a film come to life. In the case of Libeled Lady, audiences are given the delightful opportunit read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 12, 2018
“I loved being at the studio [20th Century Fox]. After all, I started at 15, and I grew up there. But there comes a time when an actress stays too long in the same place. People get used to having you around, and they can’t think of you in a different light.” –Jeanne Crain W read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 12, 2018
“I loved being at the studio [20th Century Fox]. After all, I started at 15, and I grew up there. But there comes a time when an actress stays too long in the same place. People get used to having you around, and they can’t think of you in a different light.” –Jeanne Crain W read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 5, 2018
“I loved the farm. It was my favorite time of the year.” –Betty Garrett No musical cast is complete without fabulous supporting cast mates, and Betty Garrett was one of the best. Hilarious, unfailingly energetic, and lovely, Betty was the perfect addition to many an MGM musical. E read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 5, 2018
“I loved the farm. It was my favorite time of the year.” –Betty Garrett No musical cast is complete without fabulous supporting cast mates, and Betty Garrett was one of the best. Hilarious, unfailingly energetic, and lovely, Betty was the perfect addition to many an MGM musical. E read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 29, 2018
“In an era of breadlines, Depression, and wars, I tried to help people get away from all the misery . . . to turn their minds to something else. I wanted to make people happy, if only for an hour.” –Busby Berkeley When a viewer sees the name “Busby Berkeley” glow in th read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 29, 2018
“In an era of breadlines, Depression, and wars, I tried to help people get away from all the misery . . . to turn their minds to something else. I wanted to make people happy, if only for an hour.” –Busby Berkeley When a viewer sees the name “Busby Berkeley” glow in th read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 25, 2018
Welcome to the Busby Berkeley Blogathon! Hometowns to Hollywood is thrilled to present its first official blogathon, entitled “The Busby Berkeley Blogathon.” Busby Berkeley was an American director and choreographer known for devising elaborate musical production numbers that often involved complex read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 25, 2018
Welcome to the Busby Berkeley Blogathon! Hometowns to Hollywood is thrilled to present its first official blogathon, entitled “The Busby Berkeley Blogathon.” Busby Berkeley was an American director and choreographer known for devising elaborate musical production numbers that often involved complex read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 22, 2018
“Tell you what—I’ll toss a coin. Heads: you stay; tails: you go.” –Geoff Carter, portrayed by Cary Grant in Only Angels Have Wings (1939) In 1903, two brothers proved that a mere rickety contraption could propel them towards realizing one of the deepest dreams of mankind. As the North Carolina read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 22, 2018
“Tell you what—I’ll toss a coin. Heads: you stay; tails: you go.” –Geoff Carter, portrayed by Cary Grant in Only Angels Have Wings (1939) In 1903, two brothers proved that a mere rickety contraption could propel them towards realizing one of the deepest dreams of mankind. As the North Carolina read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 18, 2018
What would the Golden Age of Hollywood be without the musical? When one reflects upon classic cinema, one cannot deny that the movie musical was an especially beloved genre of the time. In their heyday, musicals received profound attention from audiences, who were captivated by a combination of fan read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 18, 2018
What would the Golden Age of Hollywood be without the musical? When one reflects upon classic cinema, one cannot deny that the movie musical was an especially beloved genre of the time. In their heyday, musicals received profound attention from audiences, who were captivated by a combination of fan read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 12, 2018
“I use dancing to embellish, extend or enlarge upon an existing emotion.” –Gower Champion When considering notable dance teams throughout film history, it is easy to come up with Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers as a perfect example of one. However, the teaming of Marge and Gower Champion read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 12, 2018
“I use dancing to embellish, extend or enlarge upon an existing emotion.” –Gower Champion When considering notable dance teams throughout film history, it is easy to come up with Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers as a perfect example of one. However, the teaming of Marge and Gower Champion read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 1, 2018
“And I’m grateful, too, to have been in a business in which you can work as long as you can walk.” –Una Merkel Una Merkel may aptly be labeled as Hollywood’s Best Friend. Throughout her colorful career as a character actress, she supported many leading film personalities. From working with read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 1, 2018
“And I’m grateful, too, to have been in a business in which you can work as long as you can walk.” –Una Merkel Una Merkel may aptly be labeled as Hollywood’s Best Friend. Throughout her colorful career as a character actress, she supported many leading film personalities. From working with read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 27, 2017
While Hollywood studios often end their films happily and with distinct resolution, the same sense of joyful closure does not necessarily apply to everyone off-screen. Many actors and actresses experience great success, but many also encounter harsh challenges in their personal lives. At their wors read more