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The Classic Film Collective: Topper by Thorne Smith
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
This was originally published in the former The Classic Film Collective Patreon. Constance Bennett (Marion Kerby)Cary Grant (George Kerby)Roland Young (Cosmo Topper)Billie Burke (Mrs. Topper)One of the most beloved screwball comedies to come out of the thirties, Topper (1937), directed by Norma read more
Red Carpet Interviews at the 2016 TCM Classic Film Festival
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
On the red carpet at the 2016 TCM Classic Film Festival
Chalk it up to being a newbie but I'm still on cloud nine after my first red carpet interviews. It was a nerve-wracking yet thrilling experience. I studied all the TCM Classic Film Festival guests for weeks beforehand, came up with a lengthy read more
Writing Elsewhere: Film Discoveries of 2020 at Rupert Pupkin Speaks
Classic Movies Posted by KC on Nov 30, -0001
If you're looking for film recommendations, take a look at the list I compiled of my favorite film discoveries of 2020 at Rupert Pupkin Speaks! This is a great series, full of amazing contributions. I recommend checking out the other lists as well. read more
TCM Classic Film Festival: Doctor X (1932) (1)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
This year's virtual TCM Classic Film Festival kicks off with some special presentations including the late night premiere of Doctor X (1932), recently restored by UCLA Film and Television Archive and The Film Foundation in association with Warner Bros. Entertainment. Doctor X was the first of read more
Weddings in Film ~ The Big Day ~ Father of the Bride (1950) (2)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
My Weddings in Film series explores the different stages of getting married as seen through classic movies. The fifth film, Father of the Bride (1950), takes a look at all the chaos of the days leading up to a wedding.
“I would like to say a few words about weddings. I’ve just read more
Charlie Chan teaches us about Classic Film distribution (2)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
Hasty conclusion like gunpowder. Easy to explode. - Charlie Chan
Do you ever wonder why TCM won't show a particular movie? Do you ever think to yourself,"How did they pick the movies for that boxed set"? Do you find that your head starts to spin whenever you try to keep all the movie studio nam read more
2022 TCM Classic Film Festival: Opening Night Red Carpet Event
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
The 2022 TCM Classic Film Festival kicked off with the opening night red carpet event at the TCL Chinese Theatre leading up to a special presentation for the 40th anniversary of E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial (1982). I was on hand to photograph and interview the special guests as they walked the read more
The Classic Film Collective: 7 Amazing Facts from Sidney Poitier’s Memoir The Measure of a Man
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
This was originally published in the former The Classic Film Collective Patreon.The Measure of a Man: A Spiritual Autobiographyby Sidney PoitierHarperOnePaperback ISBN: 9780061357909272 pagesAmazon — Barnes and Noble — Powell's “You don't have to become something you're n read more
TCM Classic Film Festival 2017: Day 4 Recap (1)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
And with a snap of the finger, TCMFF was over. Per my yearly tradition, I took it easy on day #4 of the festival in order to recuperate. I had to skip the early morning screening of Cock of the Air (1932) in order to sleep, pack and get a bit of writing in. I discovered that the easier I go on my fe read more
New & Upcoming Classic Film Books (13) (2)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
It's that time again when I offer my dear readers a bevvy of bookish delights that are ready to make a dent in your bank account and find a home in your personal library. There are so many good offerings this Fall. I know I say that every time but each new round-up continues to amaze me.
Are you ne read more
Coolest Classic Film Stuff I Own (Part One) (1)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
Classic film fans are collectors. We can’t help it. Some of us collect movies, others collect autographs and paper ephemera while some chose to collect experiences and memories instead. Part of expressing our love for movies is gathering those objects and memories that mean the most to us.
I read more
Classic Film Bookshelf Tour (2)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
I don't know about you but I love browsing other people's book collections. If you're the same way then I have a treat for you. I filmed a long and super in-depth tour of my classic film bookshelves. I showcase each of my classic film books with a brief description of each. These include biographies read more
The Classic Film Collective: 10 Interesting Facts about Chinese-American Actress Soo Yong
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
This was originally published in the former The Classic Film Collective Patreon.You may be familiar with Chinese-American actress Anna May Wong from films such as The Thief of Bagdad (1924), Piccadilly (1929) and Shanghai Express (1932). But have you heard of Soo Yong? Yong was a couple years read more
TCM Classic Film Festival Press Conference (1)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
Left to right: Tabesh, Dorian, Mankiewicz & McGillicuddy
On Wednesday April 27th, TCM held a press conference before the start of their classic film festival. The conference panel consisted of Charles Tabesh, senior VP of programming, Jennifer Dorian, Ben Mankiewicz, host of TCM and Genevieve M read more
New & Upcoming Classic Film Books (21)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
Hoo boy! Do I have a list of new classic film books for you! It took me a few weeks to gather this list and its finally here. I'm very impressed with what TCM/Running Press and University Press of Kentucky have coming up in their Fall catalogs. There are lots of good paperback editions of some big r read more
Coolest Classic Film Stuff I Own (Part Two) (2)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
Here is part two of my collection of classic film treasures. If you missed part one, make sure you take a look before you move on!
Books
Books books books. I love books. I especially love my collection of classic film books of which I have many. Every year I run a summer reading challenge to read more
New & Upcoming Classic Film Books (8) (2)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
Finally it's getting warm here in New England. For me, warmer weather means a lot more time spent outdoors reading. I love sitting on my front porch with a tall glass of iced tea and a good book.
My summer reading challenge will be announced soon. In the meantime, here is a list of new classic film read more
Classic Film Indiegogo Campaigns (2)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
Do you love classic films? Consider putting your money where your mouth is and support an Indiegogo campaign. Here are a few classic film related campaigns looking for donors.
Do you know of a campaign I missed? Let me know in the comments section below. read more
2016 Classic Film Holiday Gift Guide (1)
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
Is your loved one a bonafide classic film nut? Do you have absolutely no idea what to get them for the holidays? Look no further! I have some excellent ideas for you. These gifts range in price and fit any budget and will be guaranteed to please.
For the classic film fan who thinks they've see read more
Film Noir: Light and Shadow Giveaway
Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Raquel Stecher on Nov 30, -0001
Film Noir: Light and Shadow
edited by Alain Silver and James Ursini
Paperback ISBN: 9781495058974
February 2017
352 pages
Applause Theatre and Cinema Books
Amazon - Barnes and Noble - Powells
Purchase Film Noir: Light and Shadow at the Backwing online store for 25% off and free shipping.
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