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Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine live in the shadow of “Rebecca”
Classic Movie Man Posted by Stephen Reginald on Oct 16, 2023
Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine live in the shadow of “Rebecca”
Rebecca (1940) is an American romantic thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock—in his American directorial debut—and starring Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine. The screenplay was written by Robert E read more
“Rebecca” casts a long shadow over Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine
Classic Movie Man Posted by Stephen Reginald on Feb 25, 2021
“Rebecca” casts a long shadow over Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine
Rebecca (1940) is an American romantic thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock—in his American directorial debut—and starring Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine. The screenplay was written by Robert E. read more
Pride and Prejudice (1940): Laurence Olivier and Greer Garson
4 Star Films Posted by 4 Star Film Fan on Jan 12, 2021
When you grow up with a sister, I imagine most people are aware of books like Pride and Prejudice, Little Women, Anne of Greene Gables, and Little House on The Prairie. However, especially when you’re young, you rarely appreciate them fully or comprehend how notable they are as cultural artif read more
On Blu-ray: Greer Garson and Laurence Olivier in Pride and Prejudice (1940)
Classic Movies Posted by KC on Sep 23, 2020
When I recently watched the new Warner Archive Blu-ray of the 1940 adaptation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, it had been many years since I last saw the film. Several minutes into reacquainting myself with it, I realized I had my hands clasped to my chest. I was reminded that it's such read more
TCM Summer Under the Stars: Day Twenty-Six — Laurence Olivier
Shadows and Satin Posted by shadowsandsatin on Aug 26, 2020
Beauty with a ‘stache. He possessed sculptured features – complete with cleft chin – expressive eyes, and an acclaimed acting talent that was once called “the greatest of our century.” In a career that spanned six decade, Laurence Olivier was the total package. IN THE BEGINNING: read more
Sleuth (1972): Starring Laurence Olivier and Michael Caine
4 Star Films Posted by 4 Star Film Fan on Apr 1, 2020
I don’t play games. Many of my long-suffering friends would attest to the fact that this statement is only semi-facetious. Perhaps it must begin with what games are used for. They are recreational, diversions meant to be enjoyable so that two or people might gather together and have a memorab read more
On Blu-ray: Laurence Olivier and Diane Lane in A Little Romance (1979)
Classic Movies Posted by KC on Mar 27, 2020
In a time where virtually the whole human race is feeling the absence of loved ones, the charming A Little Romance (1979) has become a more bittersweet film. When I recently watched the movie on a new Blu-ray from Warner Archive, I appreciated it as a timeless tribute to many aspects of love and a t read more
God and the Angel: Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh
Margaret Perry Posted by Margaret Perry on Apr 24, 2016
“If we loved each other only with our bodies I suppose it would be alright. I love you with much more than that. I love you with, oh everything somehow, with a special kind of soul.” (Olivier to Leigh, c.1939) As we celebrate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death this week, it seems read more
Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier Blogathon – That Hamilton Woman
Smitten Kitten Vintage Posted by Rhonda0731 on Nov 5, 2015
I adore Vivien Leigh. Ever since I first saw her in Gone With the Wind as a kid, I was in awe of her. She was so quick-witted and brilliant. It was not until I got older that I learned she was British. You could not even tell she was, she mastered the accent of the South perfectly. For my contributi read more
Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier Blogathon: Spartacus
The Wonderful World of Cinema Posted by Virginie Pronovost on Nov 3, 2015
On November 5, 2015, Vivien Leigh, my 8th favourite actress would have celebrated her 102nd birthday. Even if she has left us since the very young age of 53, that’s not a reason why my friend Joey from Wolffian Classic Movies Digest wouldn’t honour her with a blogathon! Vivien Leigh is read more
The Boys from Brazil (1978) – The Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier Blogathon
Serendipitous Anachronisms Posted by Summer Reeves on Oct 29, 2015
The Boys from Brazil (1978) – The Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier Blogathon
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Richard III (Laurence Olivier, 1955)
Movie Classics Posted by Judy on Apr 25, 2014
This is my contribution to the Great Villain Blogathon, hosted by the Silver Screenings, Shadows & Satin and Speakeasy blogs. Please do visit and read the great range of postings for this event. For millions who were never lucky enough to see Laurence Olivier play Shakespeare on stage, the near read more
Laurence Olivier, Gregory Peck, and "The Boys from Brazil"
Classic Film & TV Cafe Posted by Rick29 on Jul 1, 2013
When a young man learns of a secret meeting of Nazi war criminals in modern-day Paraguay, he contacts veteran Nazi hunter Ezra Lieberman (Laurence Olivier). Lieberman's response is less than enthusiastic: "It may be a blinding revelation to you that there are Nazis in Paraguay, but I assure you it's read more
Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Sir Laurence Olivier
Classic Movie Hub Blog Posted by Annmarie Gatti on May 22, 2012
Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Sir Laurence Olivier, born today, May 22 in 1907!
I cannot live without my life! I cannot die without my soul! -Laurence Olivier as Heathcliff in Wuthering Heights
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VIVIEN LEIGH AND LAURENCE OLIVIER APPRECIATION BLOGATHON–The Cleopatra Plays and Vivien Leigh’s Second Oscar
Backlots Posted by Lara on Jul 9, 2011
On May 10, 1951, Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier opened their first performance of George Bernard Shaw’s Caesar and Cleopatra, part of their effort to perform that play and Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra simultaneously, on alternating nights, at the St. James Theatre in London. read more
Stars of the Week–VIVIEN LEIGH AND LAURENCE OLIVIER.
Backlots Posted by Lara on May 23, 2011
In preparation for the Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier weekend in London this coming weekend that I have been looking forward to for months, I am dedicating this week’s Star of the Week honors to that talented and beautiful couple of the stage and screen. Though they were both tremendously read more
Great On Screen Couples: Vivian Leigh and Laurence Olivier.
Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on Feb 26, 2011
Laurence Olivier first met Vivien Leigh after her performance in, The Mask of Virtue(1936)and they quickly became friends. They made only three films together, but Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier worked together many times if you include their stage performances.
The first film that Laurence read more