Silents are Golden: Just What the Heck Was German Expressionism?
Many of you have likely seen The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, or at least have seen a few famous stills. The dramatic sets, the stylized costumes, the deliberately artificial look…itÂ’s clearly the quintessential example of the famed ......
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Top 1900’s Movies (see all)
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- Lady Helen's Escapade (1909)
- Those Awful Hats (1909)
- Resurrection (1909)
- After Many Years (1908)
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- Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1905)
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- Bill Sharkey's Last Game (1909)
- The Red Man's View (1909)
- Romeo and Juliet (1908)
- To Save Her Soul (1909)
- In Little Italy (1909)
- Balked at the Altar (1908)
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Fan Top Science Fiction Movies (see all)
- Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948)
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- Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1931)
- The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951)
- The Absent-Minded Professor (1961)
- Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man (1951)
- On the Beach (1959)
- Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)
- Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956)
- Abbott and Costello Meet Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1953)
- Abbott and Costello Go to Mars (1953)
- Barbarella (1968)
- Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1920)
- The Fly (1958)
- The Time Machine (1960)
- Them! (1954)
- Island of Lost Souls (1932)
- Metropolis (1927)
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- Easy Rider (1969)
- The Wild Angels (1966)
- The Wild One (1953)
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Monthy Column: Silents are Golden
Monthy Column: Vitaphone View
Vitaphone View: Early Talkies in Widescreen? Yup!
In previous blogs, IÂ’ve discussed just how massive and fast the transition to sound films was. It was also very expensive. Consider for example the cost of wiring over 12,000 theatres for sound. While some opted to go the disk-only route using cheap ......
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Monthy Column: Noir Nook
Noir Nook: Uncommon Ladies of Noir – Loretta Young
Some film fans remember Loretta Young from her popular television show, where sheÂ’d sweep into the frame each week with an elegant flourish of her floor-length gown. Others think of her in her Oscar-winning title role of The FarmerÂ’s Daughter (1947)......
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Monthy Column: Pre-Code Corner
Pre-Code Corner: Man Wanted – Experience Necessary
“Can’t you get it through your fat head that today there’s just as many serious-minded women in business as men. When you meet them you don’t have to treat them as if you were out on a party.”
ThatÂ’s right, Tom (David Manners). But......
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Monthy Column: Classic Movie Travels
Classic Movie Travels:Â Ray Bolger
Actor, vaudevillian, TV presenter, singer, and dancer, Ray Bolger.
For nearly a century, audiences all over the world have fallen in love with Ray BolgerÂ’s portrayal of the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz (1939). Beyond this iconic role, Bolger had a strong career in ......
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Monthy Column: Film Noir Review
“Out of every seven guys who go to the chair, six go yelling, “I’m innocent!’”
Desperate (1947) is a prime example of what I’d like to call the “partial noir.” These are films that, despite their accomplished casts and moody visuals, feel the need to soften up during t......
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Monthy Column: Musical Interlude
 “I hate musicals.”
We’ve all met someone who tries to rain on a musical lover’s parade with this phrase. Maybe they once watched The Sound of Music (1965) and thought it was way too long or perhaps had a hard time with gang members pirouetting down New York City streets in West Side Story (1961).
T......
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Monthy Column: Western RoundUp
Western RoundUp: Lone Pine Favorites
One of the most popular locations in Western movie history is Lone Pine, California. Lone Pine is a small town located along Highway 395, a few hours north of Los Angeles.
Early in the 20th century, when silver mining ended further north on the 395 in Bodie, Cali......
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Monthy Column: Silents are Golden
Silents are Golden: World War I – The Gamechanger of Film History
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the final year of World War I, I decided to write a piece concentrating on the warÂ’s impact on cinema. I hope you find this area of 20th-century history as fascinating as I do!
In the summer of ......
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Cary Grant discovered happiness later in life after tumultuous childhood, says wife
(Oct 12, 2018 | Fox News)By Stephanie NolascoCary Grant found fame as one of Hollywood's most sought-after leading men, but behind closed doors, the dashing actor struggl...
The story of Elizabeth Taylor, part three: After Richard… the men in my life were just there to hold my coat
(Oct 12, 2018 | SundayPost.com)Written by Craig CampbellElizabeth Taylor, who was lauded for her charity work later on in her life, took on the challenging role of Katherine Mi...
The story of Elizabeth Taylor, part two: Two divorces, tragedy, huge film hits… and the Richard Burton affair
(Oct 11, 2018 | SundayPost.com)Written by Craig CampbellGRANTED a divorce from hotel heir Conrad Hilton after only eight months' marriage, Liz Taylor didn't hang about.Liz and ...
Inside How Cary Grant's Childhood Loss Influenced His Happiness Later In Life (EXCLUSIVE)
(Oct 10, 2018 | Closer)By Samantha FaragalliTo the public, the late Cary Grant was a handsome and successful actor. But behind closed doors, he struggled with...
The story of Elizabeth Taylor, part one: Eye-catching outcast who grew up to be movie golden era queen
(Oct 10, 2018 | SundayPost.com)Written by Craig CampbellAS a child with genetic mutations who terrified grown-ups, some might have believed the film studios when they said Eliz...
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 can’t help but associate her with the Marx Brothers, so much so, in... read more...
Mini Tribute Jackie Coogan
Born October 26, 1914 Child Actor, Jackie Coogan! Couldn’t resist this one! Jackie Coogan — ADORABLE as a kid and kinda ‘cute’ as Uncle Fester too!!! Coogan appeared in 140 roles — most famously as The Kid in Charlie Chaplin‘s silent classic, The Kid… and of... read more...
I Am Max: A Max Linder Docudrama Film
I Am Max: A Max Linder Docudrama Film
Silent film fans all over the world have lauded their favorite on-screen comedians, particularly enjoying the works of legendary comedians such as Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, and Harold Lloyd. While each of these comedians had a distinct sense of style and i......Read more
Grace Kelly’s Stepping Stones to Success – Exclusive Guest Post by Author Mary Mallory
Grace Kelly’s Stepping Stones to Success
Exclusive Post by Mary Mallory, Author of Living with Grace
Though she only made 11 films, Grace Kelly achieved international icon status as a film star thanks to her gorgeous looks, great fashion sense, work with recognized masters, and for winning the......Read more
Emmy’s Greatest Sit-Com Sidekicks: The Legacy of Barney Fife (Exclusive Guest post by Author Daniel de Vise)
EmmyÂ’s Greatest Sit-Com Sidekicks: The Legacy of Barney Fife
In the five years that he portrayed Deputy Barney Fife, Don Knotts set the standard against which all future television sit-com sidekicks would be judged.
Knotts won five Emmy awards for his work as Deputy Fife on The Andy Griffith Show. I......Read more
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