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Silents Are Golden: The Top 10 (Possible) Hit Films of 1924

Posted on December 20, 2024 by Lea Stans

The Top 10 (Possible) Hit Films of 1924 As 2024 is drawing to a close, I’m reminded that a number of iconic silent films are now 100 years old: Sherlock Jr, The Thief of Bagdad, Greed. These kinds of milestones … Continue reading →

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Silents are Golden: The “Sheik” Phenomenon of the 1920s

Posted on September 17, 2020 by Lea Stans

Silents are Golden: The “Sheik” Phenomenon of the 1920s Everyone knows about 1920s flappers–the youthful, fun-loving ladies of the Jazz Age. Their style of bobbed hair, tight-fitting hats, and short (as in knee-length) skirts, has become iconic. There’s no doubt … Continue reading →