Category Archives: Quotes

The Chaney Blogathon: Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet Frankenstein

“You don’t understand. Every night when the moon is full, I turn into a wolf.” -Larry Talbot “You and twenty million other guys.” -Wilbur Grey Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948) — the perfect mix of horror, pathos, … Continue reading

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Mini Tribute: Daws Butler

Born November 16, 1916 Classic Cartoon Voice Actor Daws Butler Daws Butler has over 300 voice acting credits to his name. He voiced the Turtle/Penguin in the Disney film, Mary Poppins — plus a cavalcade of classic cartoon favorites including Yogi … Continue reading

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Mini Tribute: Lucille La Verne

Born November 7, 1872 Character Actress Lucille La Verne Lucille La Verne appeared in over 40 films including 1935’s A Tale of Two Cities (as ‘The Vengeance’). She played her share of vengeful, tattered old hags — most famously ‘appearing’ as … Continue reading

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National Coffee Day: A Classic Movie Tribute

Happy National Coffee Day! Well, well, well today, September 29, is National Coffee Day. Who would have ever dunk it — I mean thunk it!  And what better way to celebrate my love of coffee AND my love of classic … Continue reading

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Mini Tribute: Jackie Cooper

  Born September 15, 1922 Child Star Jackie Cooper! Jackie Cooper started out as a child star in silent shorts back in 1929, transitioning nicely into ‘sound’ films, and later into ‘adult’ roles and TV producing/directing. Jackie Cooper, young and … Continue reading

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Mini Tribute: Clayton Moore aka The Lone Ranger!

Born September 14, 1914 Clayton Moore! Clayton Moore spent the first part of his Hollywood career doing bit parts and stunts, gradually working his way up to supporting roles in ‘B’ westerns and serials. In 1949 however he hit his star … Continue reading

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Mini Tribute: Dave Barry

Born August 26, 1918 Dave Barry! Dave Barry appeared in over 35 film and TV roles but is probably best known for his role as Beinstock in Some Like It Hot 🙂 “I’m the manager of the band, not the … Continue reading

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William Castle Blogathon: The Busy Body

And my William Castle Blogathon Pick is… The Busy Body Before I start this blogathon post I just want to extend a big thank you to The Last Drive In and Goregirl’s Dungeon for hosting this event. I also want … Continue reading

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Mini Tribute: Morgan Wallace

Born July 26, 1881 Morgan Wallace! Morgan Wallace appeared in over 120 film roles, many uncredited, and is perhaps best known for his role as Mr. Fitchmueller in the ‘kumquat scene’ from the W.C. Fields’ comedy, It’s a Gift! Morgan … Continue reading

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Barbara Stanwyck Blogathon: The Lady Eve

And My Barbara Stanwyck Blogathon Pick is… The Lady Eve… I am so excited to be participating in the Barbara Stanwyck Blogathon. I’m a huge fan of Barbara Stanwyck and I just love screwball comedies, so The Lady Eve is … Continue reading

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