Category Archives: Classic Movie Travels

Classic Movie Travels: Mary Carlisle

Posted on November 6, 2020 by Annette Bochenek

Classic Movie Travels: Mary Carlisle –Hollywood and Beverly Hills During her time in the film industry, Mary Carlisle took on many roles as an ingénue. A talented singer, dancer, and actress, she appeared in over 60 Hollywood films. Carlisle was … Continue reading →

Posted in Classic Movie Travels, Posts by Annette Bochenek | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Classic Movie Travels: Anne Shirley

Posted on October 1, 2020 by Annette Bochenek

Classic Movie Travels: Anne Shirley – NYC and Los Angeles While Anne Shirley did not stay in the entertainment industry for as long as many of her peers did, she offered audiences a variety of notable performances. Born Dawn Evelyeen … Continue reading →

Posted in Classic Movie Travels, Posts by Annette Bochenek | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Classic Movie Travels: Virginia Bruce

Posted on September 3, 2020 by Annette Bochenek

Classic Movie Travels: Virginia Bruce – Fargo and Los Angeles Virginia Bruce was a popular star of the 1930s and enjoyed success as an actress and singer. She was born to Earl and Margaret Briggs. Though born Helen Virginia Briggs … Continue reading →

Posted in Classic Movie Travels, Posts by Annette Bochenek | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Classic Movie Travels: Hugh Herbert

Posted on August 11, 2020 by Annette Bochenek

Classic Movie Travels: Hugh Herbert – NYC and Los Angeles Hugh Herbert is remembered for his many appearances in a variety of Pre Code films. With his iconic “woo-woo” laugh and eccentric characters, Herbert’s film roles delighted audiences across the … Continue reading →

Posted in Classic Movie Travels, Posts by Annette Bochenek | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Classic Movie Travels: Ruby Keeler

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Annette Bochenek

Classic Movie Travels: Ruby Keeler – NY and CA When thinking of early musicals, the output of Warner Bros. studios is certainly worth noting. In the Gold Digger musicals and so many others, a wide variety of Warner Bros.’s triple-threat … Continue reading →

Posted in Classic Movie Travels, Posts by Annette Bochenek | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Classic Movie Travels: Frank McHugh

Posted on June 4, 2020 by Annette Bochenek

Classic Movie Travels: Frank McHugh Frank McHugh was a beloved character actor, whom fans of Pre Code cinema will remember particularly well. He typically carried out roles that provided comic relief in films but also had experience on stage, radio, … Continue reading →

Posted in Classic Movie Travels, Posts by Annette Bochenek | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Classic Movie Travels: Dorothy Dare

Posted on May 8, 2020 by Annette Bochenek

Classic Movie Travels: Dorothy Dare While Dorothy Dare appeared in her fair share of Pre-Code films, her name is not remembered as strongly as the names of her peers. Her early roles in film shorts showed promise but, unfortunately, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Classic Movie Travels, Posts by Annette Bochenek | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Classic Movie Travels: Cliff Edwards

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Annette Bochenek

Classic Movie Travels: Cliff Edwards Cliff “Ukulele Ike” Edwards was one of the most distinct voices in early film. As a musician, Edwards showcased his easygoing vocal style along with his talent for playing the ukulele to the delight of … Continue reading →

Posted in Classic Movie Travels, Posts by Annette Bochenek | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Classic Movie Travels: June Knight

Posted on March 5, 2020 by Annette Bochenek

Classic Movie Travels: June Knight – Los Angeles June Knight was a celebrated Broadway and film actress, talented in singing, dancing, and acting. On-screen, her characters are energetic and vibrant—a far cry from her weak self as a child, struggling … Continue reading →

Posted in Classic Movie Travels, Posts by Annette Bochenek | Tagged , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Classic Movie Travels: Gale Storm

Posted on February 7, 2020 by Annette Bochenek

Classic Movie Travels: Gale Storm – Houston Gale Storm was an actress and singer who found herself starring in two popular television shows of the 1950s. Several of her songs were top ten hits, with “I Hear You Knockin’” being … Continue reading →

Posted in Classic Movie Travels, Posts by Annette Bochenek, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment