Charles Laughton, John Mills, and Brenda de Banzie star in “Hobson’s Choice”
Hobson’s Choice
(1954) is a British romantic comedy film directed by David Lean and starring
Charles Laughton, John Mills, and Benda de Banzie. The film is based on the
play of the same name wri read more
The Night of the Hunter (1955), Charles Laughton’s horrifying masterpiece
On October 8, 2021October 8, 2021 By CarolIn Uncategorized
Can you believe it’s October already? I certainly can’t. But you know what that means. Horror Month is here! read more
Charles Laughton and Maureen O’Hara check in at “Jamaica Inn”
Jamaica Inn (1939) is a British period adventure movie directed by Alfred Hitchcock and starring Charles Laughton and Maureen O’Hara. The film is based on the novel of the same name by Daphne du Maurier. The s read more
On Nov. 19, 1863, Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address. There are many screen versions of that famous speech, but British actor Charles Laughton's rendition in Ruggles of Red Gap (1935) is my personal favorite. Laughton is playing an English valet who quiets a rowdy saloon in the wild We read more
Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Charles Laughton, born today, July 1, in 1899!
I like to think of Charles Laughton as somewhat of a film and theatre Renaissance man. Acting, he did that. Directing, he did that, too. Producing, on his list of skill sets. Yes, Laughton was certainly a m read more
Charles Laughton (July 1, 1899 – December 15, 1962), even though he did not have the looks for a romantic lead, he impressed audiences with his amazing talent.
He performed in three short silent comedies starring his wife Elsa Lanchester: Daydreams, Blue Bottles and The Tonic (all 1928) whi read more
Charles Laughton (July 1, 1899 – December 15, 1962). Was an English-American stage and film actor, screenwriter, producer and two-time director. Laughton was best known for his historical roles in films.
John Franklin Candy (October 31, 1950 – March 4, 1994). Best known for his role a read more
