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“Three Skeleton Key” with Vincent Price
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 24, 2013
“Three Skeleton Key” is a short story by French author George G. Toudouze. The story has been performed many times and by many actors on stage and screen, but most associated with the story is the great Vincent Price. Following is the version of “Three Skeleton Key” many read more
Classic Movies return to the Heights!
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 22, 2013
I received a text from a friend a couple of weeks ago letting me know that The Palace Theater located in upper Manhattan was bringing back classic film. That may not mean much to most people, but it’s very exciting news to me. The Palace Theater, which I’ve known all my life as “R read more
Hammer’s, Horror of Dracula
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 20, 2013
Memorable films are aplenty, but few films have changed the course of legend as did… Universal Studios gave the world an unforgettable face to ascribe to Bram Stoker’s legendary character when it released Tod Browning’s, Dracula in 1931. Playing Count Dracula in that film is Bela read more
Classic Horror Poster Gallery
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 18, 2013
This slideshow requires JavaScript. Categories: Gallery, Image Tags: Bela Lugosi, Classic Horror, Horror, Horror Posters, Horror Theater Marquis read more
Happy Vintage Halloween!
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 16, 2013
To celebrate the joys and terrors of All Hallows’ Eve – bwahahahahahaha bwahahahahaha – a Once Upon a Screen Happy Vintage Halloween card. This slideshow requires JavaScript. A compilation of frightening and disturbing classic radio shows for your listening pleasure. Included are read more
Happy 79th to “Lux Presents Hollywood”
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 14, 2013
To everyone from me and Cecil B. DeMille a hearty welcome! This post is in celebration of the 79th anniversary of the premiere of Lux Radio Theater on October 14, 1934. Following is information on Lux Radio Theater as noted on The Radio Hall of Fame site with some details and images added by me: read more
Mark of the Vampire (1935) (2)
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 11, 2013
In the small village of Vioska in Czechoslovakia… Sir Karell Borotyn is found dead in his study – his body completely drained of blood. He has two small wounds on his neck. The local doctor, Doskil, immediately suspects that this is the act of a vampire, a fear that runs rampant throug read more
ORSON WELLES on Suspense Radio
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 9, 2013
In memory of Orson Welles who passed on October 10, 1985, I present a collection of 8 half-hour episodes of the CBS Radio series, “SUSPENSE” in which he guest starred. Episodes:
The Hitchhiker by Lucille Fletcher
The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell
The Lost Special by Arthur Cona read more
Remembering Nigel Bruce on OTR
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 7, 2013
British character actor, Nigel Bruce who appeared in over 80 films in a career that spanned three decades, died sixty years ago today (October 8, 1953). Best known for his depiction of Dr. Watson starring opposite Basil Rathbone in several pictures and radio dramas based on the adventures of Sherlo read more
Carole Lombard on the radio
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 6, 2013
In celebration of the great talent that was Carole Lombard on the anniversary of her birthday, here are two Lux Radio Theater productions in which Carole reprised roles she portrayed on the silver screen. These are among the best radio shows I’ve heard – hope you enjoy them. “In read more
Buster Keaton in THE HAUNTED HOUSE (1921)
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 4, 2013
In celebration of what would have been Buster Keaton‘s birthday (October 4, 1895) and in keeping with an October-ish theme, here is a presentation of his 1921 film, The Haunted House, which was written and directed by Keaton and Edward F. Cline. (No music accompaniment) To see images of Buster read more
Honoring THE HOLLYWOOD CANTEEN
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 3, 2013
A former livery stable and nightclub located at 1451 Cahuenga Boulevard in Hollywood, California opened its doors as The Hollywood Canteen on October 3, 1944. Reportedly the brainchild of actor, John Garfield, who felt there was a need to establish a place where servicemen who visited Hollywood on read more
Frankenstein (1910)
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Oct 1, 2013
Once Upon a Screen is unofficially dedicating the month of October to Frankenstein’s Monster. Not only does The Monster remain among the most popular characters in media almost two centuries after Mary Shelley created him, but I also happen to be very fond of the brute. A full-fledged tribut read more
The VINCENT PRICE of Fear / TCM in October
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Sep 29, 2013
As its Star of the Month for October Turner Classic Movies (TCM) has chosen Vincent Price. The Merchant of Menace with the special gift for the macabre is among the most beloved actors to ever grace our screens and a perfect choice to be the classics network’s featured player during the spook read more
Thank you from Once Upon a Screen
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Sep 28, 2013
This was a special week for Once Upon a Screen as the site passed 100,000 views and published its 200th post with the commentary on Christmas in Connecticut. Although these are small things in the grand scheme I want to make a formal note of them because they mean something to me. I’ve stated read more
Honoring George Gershwin
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Sep 25, 2013
He was born Jacob Gershowitz in Brooklyn, New York on the 26th day of September in 1898. The younger brother of lyricist Ira Gershwin, Jacob, who changed his name to “George” to go with the new last name both brothers adopted, would be considered by some to be the greatest American comp read more
Journalism in Classic Film: Christmas in Connecticut
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Sep 22, 2013
Once upon a time…during World War II… A U.S. Navy Destroyer is hit by enemy torpedoes. The results are catastrophic and only two men survive. After nearly twenty days floating at sea, the two are rescued and taken to a naval hospital for care. One of the two men, Jefferson Jones (Denn read more
Lauren Bacall – an OTR Birthday Tribute
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Sep 15, 2013
A very special treat! And my way of sending warm birthday wishes to a legend – Lauren Bacall. Following are four old time radio shows starring Bogie and Bacall – from a popular, comedy favorite to the radio adaptation of Bacall’s memorable film debut in To Have and Have Not. From read more
Claudette Colbert OTR Tribute
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Sep 12, 2013
She was number 12 on the list of actresses on The American Film Institute’s 50 Greatest Screen Legends and today she would have celebrated her 110th birthday. This is for Claudette Colbert. “I’ve always believed that acting is instinct to start with; you either have it or you don& read more
WHAT A CHARACTER! blogathon 2013 (1)
Once Upon a Screen Posted by Aurora on Sep 10, 2013
No role is too small for the great actors who often appear in the periphery of our beloved classic films. For the second year in a row we put them front and center. Hosted by Kellee of Outspoken & Freckled and (@IrishJayHawk66), Paula of Paula’s Cinema Club and (@Paula_Guthat) and Aurora, read more