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Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 30, 2021
Just as mysterious as she was beautiful, Greta Garbo‘s image continues to intrigue and entertain fans of classic film to this day. From silent films to talkies, drama to comedy, and public figure to private New Yorker, there is much to discuss about the life and career of Garbo. Garbo was one read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 11, 2021
Billy Wilder was one of the most prolific directors, producers, and screenwriters of classic Hollywood. His career in the film industry lasted roughly five decades, with Wilder having a hand in many of the most memorable films ever made, including Double Indemnity (1944), Sunset Blvd. (1950), Some L read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 11, 2021
Brothers Ron and Clint Howard have had unique experiences in the film industry. Having grown up on screen, their early lives and adolescent memories were quite different from those of others at their age. Ron Howard played Opie on The Andy Griffith Show as well as Richie Cunningham on Happy Days wh read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 10, 2021
The name Busby Berkeley is one of the most highly revered names in choreography. A director and choreographer with a keen eye for geometric patterns and militant precision, Berkeley’s production numbers enhanced some of Hollywood’s earliest musicals. From his initial years on Broadway to read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 10, 2021
Russian-born actress, director, and producer Alla Nazimova was a woman of many achievements who is not often discussed today. She was instrumental in bringing Stanislavksy and Chekov to American theater and was also a regular performer on stage and screen. In Nazimova: A Biography, author Gavin Lam read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 5, 2021
Natalie Wood was a talented actress with early beginnings in the film industry on to adulthood. Appearing in notable films such as Miracle on 34th Street (1947), Rebel Without A Cause (1955), Splendor in the Grass (1961), West Side Story (1961), and more, her filmography remains popular amount class read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 5, 2021
The Costellos were one of the earliest dynasties to become key players in the film industry. Their stories–interwoven with scandals, secret marriages, and battles of all sorts–remain interesting both on-screen and off. As each of their stars rose, so, too, did their tendencies to self-d read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 4, 2021
When the world launched into the reality of World War II, Hollywood went to war right alongside the United States. Investing in the government, boosting the morale of soldiers and civilians, and even seeing military careers begin for many beloved entertainers. Laced in triumphs and tragedies, Hollyw read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 3, 2021
Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–in order 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 pres read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 2, 2021
Decades after the popularization of film noir, the pessimistic, shadowy genre continues to have admirers all over the world. Just in time for “Noirvember” comes Andre Dickos’s Street with No Name: A History of the Classic American Film Noir, published by the University Press of Ken read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 1, 2021
“I have often wondered what my life would have been like if I had needed a size 38 bra instead of a modest 34.” –Evelyn Keyes Best known for portraying Scarlett O’Hara’s little sister, Evelyn Keyes had a lengthy career that extended far beyond her time in Gone with the Wind (1939). read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 28, 2021
With the spooky season in full swing, I was delighted to be a part of Karie Bible’s Hollywood Kitchen Guacamole Smackdown. Hollywood Kitchen recreates the recipes of Hollywood stars, with recipes located from old cookbooks, movie magazines, family recipes, and more. In this episode, Bible orch read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 25, 2021
In my opinion, Some Like It Hot (1959) is easily one of the greatest comedies ever made. I’m even willing to argue that it is a perfect film. With a top-notch cast, brilliant writing, and a spritely score, this hilarious comedy is sheer, cheeky bliss–and even more fun to watch in today&# read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 24, 2021
The Conqueror (1956) is the source of much Hollywood lore. This ill-fated production happened to be filmed downwind from an above-ground nuclear testing site. More than half of the crew contracted cancer, with a majority of them dying from the illness. Among the many stars who took part in this pro read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 24, 2021
Across several decades, Looney Tunes cartoons have charmed and entertained audiences for generations. With memorable plots, iconic characters, terrific parodies and allusions to pop culture, as well as all of the comical chaos these cartoons bring, there is much to examine and enjoy regarding Looney read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 23, 2021
William Andrews Clark Jr. was a notable man, especially exhibiting influence in Los Angeles, California. He descended from wealth and helped establish major institutions, such as the LA Philharmonic and the Hollywood Bowl. Though his front-facing personality was serious and astute, author Liz Brown read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 21, 2021
While Herman and Joesph “Joe” Mankiewicz were responsible for much notable output in the film industry, in turn, many works of film and literature have also featured them. Herman almost immediately found success in Hollywood with Dinner at Eight (1933), Pride of the Yankees (1942), and c read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 20, 2021
During the holiday season, it’s always an extra special time for me to revisit some of my favorite holiday films and to share them with others. However, the opportunity to have a little “taste” of their magic in the form of a fully film-inspired meal is rarely a ready-made offering read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 20, 2021
While the days of the studio system are long-gone, documenting the histories of classic Hollywood’s major studios is a major albeit fascinating endeavor. In some cases, the stories have ended; in others, the studios continue to exist and adapt to today’s audiences and their preferred met read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 18, 2021
Leonard Maltin is a beloved figure in the film community, popular with fans of classic and contemporary film alike. A film historian, reviewer, and prolific author, Maltin’s prose is always honest and enjoyable to read. This next work from Maltin, Starstruck: My Unlikely Road to Hollywood, cer read more