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Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 11, 2017
“The better the teacher, the better the future of America.” –Eve Arden As someone with a background in teaching high school English, you can safely bet that I hold a special place in my heart for Eve Arden and her work in Our Miss Brooks. Eve is one of my favorite comediennes and read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 7, 2017
“All life, no matter how we idealize it, is nothing more nor less than exploitation.” –Friedrich Nietzsche While films of the Pre-Code Hollywood era boast many shades of sin and scandal, none are quite as salacious and as sexually-charged as Alfred E. Green’s Baby Face (1933 read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 7, 2017
“All life, no matter how we idealize it, is nothing more nor less than exploitation.” –Friedrich Nietzsche While films of the Pre-Code Hollywood era boast many shades of sin and scandal, none are quite as salacious and as sexually-charged as Alfred E. Green’s Baby Face (1933 read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 18, 2017
“The kids keep telling me I should try this new ‘Method Acting’ but I’m too old, I’m too tired, and I’m too talented to care.” –Spencer Tracy Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy are one of the most notable on-screen duos in classic cinema. They could read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 18, 2017
“The kids keep telling me I should try this new ‘Method Acting’ but I’m too old, I’m too tired, and I’m too talented to care.” –Spencer Tracy Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy are one of the most notable on-screen duos in classic cinema. They could read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 13, 2017
“In my judgement there is nothing more important for us Catholics to do at the present moment [July 1939] than to use our energies in stemming the tide of racial bigotry and hostility.” –Joseph Breen While I typically tend to focus on actors and actresses throughout my articles, i read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 13, 2017
“In my judgement there is nothing more important for us Catholics to do at the present moment [July 1939] than to use our energies in stemming the tide of racial bigotry and hostility.” –Joseph Breen While I typically tend to focus on actors and actresses throughout my articles, i read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 5, 2017
If you enjoy lighthearted collegiate musicals, then I have Good News for you! Set in the Roaring Twenties at fictitious Tait College, football star Tommy Marlowe falls in love with his tutor, Connie Lane. Driven by the book by Laurence Schwab and B.G. DeSylva, and with lyrics by DeSylva, Lew read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 5, 2017
If you enjoy lighthearted collegiate musicals, then I have Good News for you! Set in the Roaring Twenties at fictitious Tait College, football star Tommy Marlowe falls in love with his tutor, Connie Lane. Driven by Laurence Schwab and B.G. DeSylva’s book, and with lyrics by DeSylva, Lew Brown read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 29, 2017
“It hit every paper the next day: the Cinderella story. Of course they said it was a starring role. I had one line, but you know about those things.” –Barbara Hale Actress Barbara Hale was one who performed on many different mediums, but ultimately carried out one of her most memo read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 29, 2017
“It hit every paper the next day: the Cinderella story. Of course they said it was a starring role. I had one line, but you know about those things.” –Barbara Hale Actress Barbara Hale was one who performed on many different mediums, but ultimately carried out one of her most memo read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 28, 2017
“I am the luckiest guy in the world. All my dreams came true. I was in a wonderful business, and I met great people all over the world.” –Van Johnson In the days of Technicolor, Hollywood had its fair share of famous redheads–including Van Johnson. Johnson starred as a whole read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 28, 2017
“I didn’t quit movies. They quit me.” –Jane Powell Hollywood has certainly had its fair share of child stars, and Jane Powell is no exception. Thanks to many studio musicals, audiences saw Jane grow up on the screen from a charming teenager to a confident leading lady, while constantly showcasing read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 28, 2017
“I didn’t quit movies. They quit me.” –Jane Powell Hollywood has certainly had its fair share of child stars, and Jane Powell is no exception. Thanks to many studio musicals, audiences saw Jane grow up on the screen from a charming teenager to a confident leading lady, while constantly showcasing read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 28, 2017
“I am the luckiest guy in the world. All my dreams came true. I was in a wonderful business, and I met great people all over the world.” –Van Johnson In the days of Technicolor, Hollywood had its fair share of famous redheads–including Van Johnson. Johnson starred as a whole read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 26, 2017
“I’m an incurable optimist and a go-getter – it’s in my nature to focus much more on what makes me happy than what makes me nervous.” –Colleen Moore One of the most memorable flappers of the 1920s was actress Colleen Moore. In fact, beloved writer F. Scott Fitzge read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 26, 2017
“I’m an incurable optimist and a go-getter – it’s in my nature to focus much more on what makes me happy than what makes me nervous.” –Colleen Moore One of the most memorable flappers of the 1920s was actress Colleen Moore. In fact, beloved writer F. Scott Fitzge read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on May 19, 2017
The use of Technicolor has been well documented in the great body of literature surrounding film history. While it was used in film studios in the United States, its use certainly extended beyond the States. Many film aficionados are familiar with the British creative team of Michael Powell and Eme read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on May 19, 2017
The use of Technicolor has been well documented in the great body of literature surrounding film history. While it was used in film studios in the United States, its use certainly extended beyond the States. Many film aficionados are familiar with the British creative team of Michael Powell and Eme read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on May 17, 2017
Another May 16th–another National Classic Movie Day! This year, we bloggers have been summoned by Classic Film and TV Cafe to consider our five favorite stars and why we love them. As is the trouble for many a film fan, we adore so many stars and it is difficult to narrow our favorites down t read more