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Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 6, 2020
Classic Hollywood musicals have showcased many singing stars, including many memorable baritones. While the likes of Bing Crosby or Frank Sinatra are well remembered today, Dick Haymes is yet another notable tenor; although, he is one who is not discussed as often. Haymes is one of my favorite singe read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 4, 2020
Classic Hollywood films have their fair share of heroes as well as villains. In the case of actor Dan Duryea, villainous roles were the usual way that movie-going audiences got to know his work. While typified as a more sinister on-screen character, Duryea’s screen image was quite different fr read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 3, 2020
Florence: Listen, Joan Gale’s body was swiped from the morgue, have you ever heard of such a thing as a death mask? Jim: I used to be married to one. Florence: Then it came to life and divorced you, I know all about that. —The Mystery of the Wax Museum (1933) In examining the horror genr read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 2, 2020
“My acting was only average. I wasn’t dedicated. Starting as a tot and working for twenty years was long enough, so I quit. The fan mail still arrives . . . Why? I don’t know.” –Anne Shirley While Anne Shirley did not stay in the entertainment industry for as long as ma read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 2, 2020
“Strangely enough, I don’t like horror pictures at all. I love to make them because they give pleasure to people, but my favourite types of films are much more subtle than horror. I like to watch films like The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957), The Apartment (1960) or read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 28, 2020
Out of all the Silent Era stars, Jobyna Ralston is easily among my favorites. Possessing a talent for drama and a strong knack for comedy, Ralston projected the image of a lovely female heroine in numerous films. Appearing in the first Best Picture winner Wings (1927) and frequently co-starring with read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 22, 2020
Secretary of Labor: The Department of Labor wishes to note that the workers of Freedonia are demanding shorter hours. Rufus T. Firefly: Very well, we’ll give them shorter hours. We’ll start by cutting their lunch hour to 20 minutes. —Duck Soup (1933) Of the many great comedy teams read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 14, 2020
As Film Festivals continue to adapt to the current situation, many of them have become creative in their approaches in offering virtual or hybrid festival experiences. In the case of Heartland International Film Festival (HIFF), celebrating its 29th anniversary this October, a variety of viewing opt read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 10, 2020
Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road 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 presentations that profile individual perform read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 6, 2020
This year has impacted so many different individuals, industries, and events. Many organizations have had to restructure in-person events and transition them to a virtual format, in an effort to align with current safety standards set to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Though this has posed a v read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 5, 2020
“My chief purpose in life is to fall in love. I don’t know why I want to, but I do.” –Virginia Bruce Virginia Bruce was a popular star of the 1930s and enjoyed success as an actress and singer. She was born to Earl and Margaret Briggs. Though born Helen Virginia Briggs on Se read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 1, 2020
“They’ve great respect for the dead in Hollywood, but none for the living.” –Errol Flynn To movie fans around the globe, Errol Flynn is remembered as one of the top swashbuckling heroes in classic film. Known for his portrayals in Captain Blood (1935) and The Adventures of Ro read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 29, 2020
I’m so delighted to announce that my article, “Rochester and Jack: Breaking Racial Barriers” won the 2020 Classic Movie Blog Association Award (CMBA) for Best Film Article. Thank you to my readers and fellow CMBA bloggers for the delightful surprise in honoring me with this blog a read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 23, 2020
Comedy fans all over the world are quick to recognize Lucille Ball as the Queen of Comedy. A pioneering comedienne and talent with a strong business acumen, Ball and her husband, Desi Arnaz, produced one of television’s most beloved sitcom. In addition to breaking new ground in terms of how everyday read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 19, 2020
As a classic film fan, there are so many beloved stars of the period that I adore seeing at work in many a film. Moreover, learning about their lives–on screen and off–has also been of high interest to me and to many other fans from generations past. Fan magazines of the time period and read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 31, 2020
Hugh Herbert is remembered for his many appearances in a variety of Pre Code films. With his iconic “woo-woo” laugh and eccentric characters, Herbert’s film roles delighted audiences across the nation. Hugh Francis Herbert was born in Binghamton, New York, to parents who were of Scottish descent. read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 25, 2020
While many films have been directed by men, women have also been impactful in the film industry–both in front of the camera and behind it. On Tuesday evenings, starting on September 1st through December 1st, Turner Classic Movies (TCM) takes on telling their stories through the docuseries Wom read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 21, 2020
Before Lucille Ball became known as the “Queen of Comedy,” Ball appeared in a wide variety of dramatic roles. Though she would become renowned for her comedic timing in the years to come, Ball also proved to have a worthy grasp of more serious performances. The Big Street (1942) feature read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Aug 10, 2020
“To be celebrated is nothing. To be loved is everything.”–Claudette Colbert Claudette Colbert was one of the top stars of the 1930s and 1940s. With distinct facial features and a talent for both comedy and drama, she would become one of Hollywood’s versatile stars. Starring in ove read more