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Martin Scorsese is a celebrated contemporary American director, producer, and film historian. He has been active in the film industry for over 50 years, not only through his own impressive output but also as a passionate advocate for the preservation and restoration of Golden Age films Martin Scorse read more

“No neighborhood in the United States is like South Philadelphia.” –Mario Lanza Mario Lanza was born Alfredo Arnold Cocozza on January 31, 1921, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Antonio Cocozza and Maria Lanza Cocozza. Though exposed to classical singing early-on in life, he further cultivated read more

Films have allowed viewers to explore a broad array of stories, from ones rooted in reality to fictitious works. In the case of The Hollywood History of Art, Christopher Frayling examines Hollywood’s depictions of artists through films. Many films have been biographical in nature, though they read more

Claudette Colbert was a major star of Hollywood’s Golden Age, excelling in comedies as well as dramas. Her characters maintained an air of sophistication while also offering vulnerability in her many expert portrayals. Bernard F. Dick traces Colbert’s career from her time on the stage to read more

Reeling Bullets: W.R. Burnett on Film by Andy Rohmer shines the spotlight on writer W.R. Burnett, examining his work as the inspiration for numerous films. Burnett’s written output inspired films from his fictitious works, adaptations from other writers, and original scripts. Burnett’s read more

The story of A Star is Born has been told on several occasions, specifically in four films to date. From Gaynor to Gaga, author Robert Hofler discusses the different incarnations of the story in A Star is Reborn: Gaynor & Garland & Streisand & Gaga, The Most Filmed Hollywood Story of Lov read more

“I’m deeply grateful for all the nice things said about me—but I’m smart enough to know that one picture doesn’t make a permanent success.” –Gloria Dickson Gloria Dickson was born Thais Lelia Dickerson on August 13, 1917, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Fred and Emma Dickerson. Gloria also had read more

Are you doing some holiday shopping? Hometowns to Hollywood has some gift ideas! White Christmas (1954)-inspired ornaments are back in stock for the 2025 holiday season! This series includes ornaments inspired by the “Sisters” number, “The Best Things Happen While You’re Danc read more

Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–to offer fun and engaging presentations about Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her presentations range from focusing on various subjects related to Golden Age Hollywood, in addition to presentations that showcase read more

Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–to offer fun and engaging presentations about Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her presentations range from focusing on various subjects related to Golden Age Hollywood, in addition to presentations that showcase read more

“The chances are a hundred-to-one against a successful Hollywood marriage. The trouble is that people who’ve never had big money are showered with it. They go wild–or meet a third party who’s anxious to chisel in.” –Allen Jenkins Allen Curtis Jenkins was born on April 9, read more

Actor Humphrey Bogart and director John Huston had a legendary friendship and numerous notable collaborations, now showcased in a newly released book. Nat Segaloff’s Bogart and Huston: Their Lives, Their Adventures, and the Classic Movies They Made Together captures the momentum of this histo read more

Ray Milland entertained audiences during the Golden Age of Hollywood with many memorable performances on film and television. Interestingly, his personal and professional life was quite complex as the studio system effectively altered his identity in Hollywood, eliminating his Welsh background and c read more

Over the years, much has been written about Loretta Young’s personal and professional life. Bernard F. Dick’s Loretta Young: Hollywood Madonna is an exceptional biography that examines her personal life, professional output, in addition to her values and priorities over time. The portion read more

Broken Arrow (1950) offered a shift in how Native Americans were being portrayed by classic Hollywood. Though the film has its flaws and fair share of artistic liberties, this film makes strong social and political statements for its time regarding the film industry and past portrayals of Native Ame read more

Are you a fan of trivia? If so, The Movie Lover’s Quiz Book is an excellent resource for your trivia nights or trivia question preparation! This book is jam-packed with over 900 questions about films, actors, and directors. Gary Wigglesworth’s book offers 19 rounds of quizzes, each limi read more

Fans of Pre-Code cinema should be out doing cartwheels because of the exciting new addition to the TCM library! Pre-Code Essentials: Must-See Cinema from Hollywood’s Untamed Era 1930-1934 by Kim Luperi and Danny Reid is a gorgeous, well-researched book, brimming with information about the film read more

Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–to offer fun and engaging presentations about Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her presentations range from focusing on various subjects related to Golden Age Hollywood, in addition to presentations that showcase read more

While the name Nick Long may be obscure to many, Long’s talent as a dancer is well worth celebrating. In fact, Long was seen as a potential rival to Fred Astaire, though he never connected with audiences in the same way as Astaire. Nick Long, Jr. was born on August 14, 1904, to vaudeville and theatr read more

The 61st Chicago International Film Festival returns this Fall from October 15th-26th, 2025! Below are my picks for this year’s festival. FrankensteinFri., Oct. 17, 2025, 6pm | Music Box TheatreMon., Oct. 20, 2025, 1:30pm | AMC Newcity 14–Screen 06Guillermo del Toro, a favorite contempor read more