Category Archives: Birthday Legends

Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Burt Lancaster

  Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Burt Lancaster, born on November 2, 1913! When I think Burt Lancaster, the first thing that pops into my head is simple: man. For me, Lancaster is the go-to example for testosterone-driven manliness … Continue reading

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Teresa Wright

Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Teresa Wright, born on October 27, 1918! One thing that I’ve always liked about Teresa Wright was her integrity and control over her own image. Although the height of her career was during WWII, … Continue reading

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Margaret Dumont

Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Margaret Dumont, born on October 20, 1882! I must say that Margaret Dumont is one of my favorite Character Actresses of all time! And, although she has appeared in over 55 films, I just … Continue reading

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Jean Arthur

  Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Jean Arthur, born October 17, 1900. How do you do it, Jean Arthur? How do make comedy look so effortless? This is what I think every time I watch a Jean Arthur movie. … Continue reading

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Montgomery Clift

  Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Montgomery Clift, born on October 17, 1920! When the words “1950’s” and “method actor” are mentioned, most people tend to think of Marlon Brando. Well, with all due respect to Mr. Brando — … Continue reading

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Angela Lansbury

Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Angela Lansbury, born on October 16, 1925! I have a confession: I am Angela Lansbury’s biggest fan. Ok. Maybe not biggest fan, but I am in at least in the 10 percent of Lansbury … Continue reading

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Lillian Gish

Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend Lillian Gish, born October 14 in 1893! Lillian Gish has a particularly important role, not only is the realm of Classic Hollywood Cinema, but in the world of Hollywood Cinema as a whole. And … Continue reading

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Buster Keaton

  Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Buster Keaton, born on October 4, 1895! Although one of the most hilarious comedians to grace the silver screen, Buster Keaton almost manages to break my heart. Sure, at first glance, Keaton may … Continue reading

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Leo McCarey

Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Leo McCarey, born on October 3rd, 1898! Some directors are remembered for their style. While watching an Orson Welles film, it’s easy to pick up that Welles liked wide-angle lenses and rather long takes. … Continue reading

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Groucho Marx

Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Groucho Marx, born on October 2, 1890! Sometimes you have a bad day. Your car won’t start, your computer at work crashes, or your boss blames you for all the problems in the office. … Continue reading

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