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Pawsome Pet Pictures: Jean Arthur. (2)
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Aug 1, 2012
FunFact:
Was a leading contender for the coveted role of Scarlett O'Hara in Gone with the Wind (1939). read more
In Memory: Tony Martin (December 25, 1913 – July 27, 2012) was an American actor and singer who was married to performer Cyd Charisse for 60 years.
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 31, 2012
A Tribute to Gilbert Roland
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Silentfilmfanatic on Jul 30, 2012
A Tribute to Gilbert Roland
Born Luis Antonio Damaso Alonso, in Juarez, Mexico on
December 11, 1905, to Spanish-born parents, Gilbert Roland’s career spanned
over sixty years from silent films to his last screen appearance in “Barbarosa” (1982).
Gilbert’s fat read more
Happy Birthday: Clara Bow! (2)
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 29, 2012
Clara Bow (July 29, 1905 – September 27, 1965), came to personify the roaring twenties and is described as its leading sex symbol. She performed in 46 silent films and 11 talkies she was best known for her performance in: Mantrap (1926), It (1927) and Wings (1927). She was named first box- read more
Happy Birthday: RUDY VALLEE.
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 28, 2012
Rudy Vallee: July 28,(1901)-July 3,(1986).
As a singing bandleader in the 1920s and 1930s, he introduced many songs that became popular: "Goodnight, Sweetheart," "The Maine Stein Song," "As Time Goes By," "Would You Like to Take a Walk?," "Betty Co-Ed" and his two theme songs, "Heigh-Ho, Every read more
The Farmer's Daughter (1947).
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 27, 2012
The Farmer's Daughter (1947). Cast: Loretta Young, Joseph Cotten, Ethel Barrymore, and Charles Bickford.
Swedish farm girl Katrin Holstrom, leaves the safety of her family and heads for Capital City, where she dreams of becoming a nurse. While waiting for the bus, she is picked up by the not so read more
Pawsome Pet Pictures: Myrna Loy.
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 25, 2012
Personal Quote:
On her work with William Powell: "I never enjoyed my work more than when I worked with William Powell. He was a brilliant actor, a delightful companion, a great friend and, above all, a true gentleman". read more
Dawn's Favorites 41-50.
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 25, 2012
50. Sabrina.
A very charming movie that was made for Audrey Hepburn. She plays a chauffeur's daughter, who falls in love with a playboy. She goes to Paris and returns as a sophisticated young lady.
49. 3 Days of The Condor.
A spy thriller, with many suspenseful twists and turns, having read more
Dawns Favorites 31 - 40.
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 24, 2012
40. Out of Towners.
My husband and I both love this movie. I think we can recite this movie line for line. I also thought Dennis's performance of the supportive wife was hilarious, as she does everything she can just to keep her husband happy.
39. Scarlet Street.
This is definitely not a read more
Dawn's movie favorites: 21-30.
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 23, 2012
30. Rear Window.
"Rear Window" is a very entertaining suspense movie with some romance mixed in. There are many characters, some humorous and some moving. A movie you will not soon forget..
29. Cover Girl.
A wonderful story about a girl named Rusty Parker, who dreams of being on Broadway read more
Dear Heart(1964).
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 22, 2012
Dear Heart(1964). Romantic/Comedy. Cast: Glenn Ford, Geraldine Page and Angela Lansbury. Directed by Delbert Mann. The movie received an Oscar nomination for best song "Dear Heart". Music: Henry Mancini• Lyrics: Jay Livingston and Ray Evans.
Quirky postmistress Evie Jackson, arrives in Ne read more
Dawn's Favorite movies 11-20.
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 22, 2012
You should see my living room with all my movies in stacks of 10 looking for my favorite DVD's. It is quite the sight....
20. Breakfast at Tiffany's.
Audrey Hepburn and George Peppard performances are what make the film memorable. One of my favorite scenes is when, Holly and Paul agree to spen read more
Pre- code: Shopworn(1932)
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 21, 2012
Pre-Code, romantic drama. Cast: Barbara Stanwyck, Clara Blandick and Regis Toomey. A good-hearted girl from the wrong side of the tracks Kitty Lane and wealthy David Livingston, fall in love. His hypochondriac mother Helen, does everything she can to break them up. First she has Judge Forbes, tr read more
Dawn's Updated "Top 10" movies.
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 21, 2012
Ian, has requested my list of "Top 10" films, which are always fun to put together.. I do not know if you are like me, but... it seems my favorites change from year to year.
10. Romance On The High Seas. This is my favorite Doris Day's movie and her sparkling personality launched one o read more
Happy Birthday: Natalie Wood.
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 20, 2012
Natalie Wood (July 20, 1938 – November 29, 1981). Fun Fact: Favorite actress was Vivien Leigh. Favorite singer was Bob Dylan.
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Pre Code: The House on 56th Street (1933)
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 19, 2012
The House on 56th Street(1933). Drama. Cast: Kay Francis and Margaret Lindsay.
The film begins with Peggy Martin, who is living with Lindon Fiske, but.. she really is in love with another man, Monte Van Tyle. The couple marry against his family's wishes and move to 56th St., soon they have a ba read more
Pawsome Pet Pictures: Clark and Carole
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by monty on Jul 18, 2012
Mom and Dad with their hens read more
Pawsome Pet Pictures: Elizabeth Taylor. (2)
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 18, 2012
Personal Quote:
"Some of my best leading men have been dogs and horses." read more
Ian' s Top 10 movies of all time.
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Jul 18, 2012
Ian says:
I ought to warn you that these are by no means all from the Classic era. I’ve loved movies from every time and from many different places. Ten is so difficult. First of all some films I truly love that I’ve had to leave out. These include The Apartment, L’Armee des Ombr read more