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Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on May 1, 2018
When I think of talent at an early age, I think of Rose Marie. With a career that spanned 90 years, Rose Marie delighted generations of audiences through vaudeville, Vitaphone shorts, radio, stage performances, film, and television, while always maintaining sound inner strength and a fantastic sens read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Apr 30, 2018
There are many books and films that tell the story of a princess in love that have delighted audiences for generations. Once upon a time, MGM made its own contribution to the vast body of works featuring a fictitious royal heroine, but starring one of their own contractual princesses–Hedy Lam read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Apr 23, 2018
While many recognize Hedy Lamarr as one of classic Hollywood’s strikingly glamorous bombshells, her personal interests and impact upon culture extended far beyond the confines of the silver screen. Born in Austria, Lamarr was both an actress and inventor, famously working for Metro-Goldwyn-Ma read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Apr 13, 2018
While Charlie Chaplin is well-known as a major Hollywood star and as an iconic silent film comedian, prior to that, he briefly worked in Chicago. The city of Chicago housed Essanay Studios, a landmark of the Chicago film industry, situated at 1333-1345 West Argyle Street. The movie studio derived i read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Apr 9, 2018
Joan Bradford : Mother’s run my life long enough! I’m 21, I’m white, and I’ve a right to be free! Henry Bradford: What are you going to do about it… sit here and mope? –Joan Broadford (Josephine Hutchinson) and Henry Bradford (John Halliday) in Happiness Ahead ( read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Apr 2, 2018
“I don’t entirely approve of some of the things I have done, or am, or have been. But I’m me. God knows, I’m me.” –Elizabeth Taylor While there are many actresses of the screen that have charmed audiences for generations, one violet-eyed brunette, in particular, read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Mar 19, 2018
As we draw nearer to the date of the 90th Academy Awards, viewers from across the nation and beyond look forward to helping Hollywood celebrate its biggest night. While actors and artists from various backgrounds are honored and memorable moments occur, a new chapter in Academy Award history is wri read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Mar 12, 2018
“I have no desire to make people weep. Too many weep in the world already. I want to make people giggle. Why climb up or down into tragedy?” –Jobyna Ralston While fans of silent film may easily recall comedian Harold Lloyd working with many terrific actors, one of my favorite co-stars of read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Mar 5, 2018
“Mostly I’ve played other roles, but even when I’ve played other parts people see me differently. In America, when you have an accent, in the mind of the people they associate you with kissing hands and being gallant. I think that has harmed me, just as it has harmed me to be foll read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Mar 5, 2018
“Mostly I’ve played other roles, but even when I’ve played other parts people see me differently. In America, when you have an accent, in the mind of the people they associate you with kissing hands and being gallant. I think that has harmed me, just as it has harmed me to be foll read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 26, 2018
Without question, one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences in the life of a film historian is the discovery of a film that was presumably lost. The recovery of a film opens the door to new discussions about the feature, its players, the studios, and all of the major parties involved in it read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 26, 2018
Without question, one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences in the life of a film historian is the discovery of a film that was presumably lost. The recovery of a film opens the door to new discussions about the feature, its players, the studios, and all of the major parties involved in it read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 22, 2018
When I reflect on the Academy Awards, many traditions come to mind: gorgeous red carpet fashions, glowing statuettes, delights, disappointments, moving tributes, and so much more. However, at the heart of it all, there is always a host to propel the ceremony along–for better or worse–an read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 22, 2018
When I reflect on the Academy Awards, many traditions come to mind: gorgeous red carpet fashions, glowing statuettes, delights, disappointments, moving tributes, and so much more. However, at the heart of it all, there is always a host to propel the ceremony along–for better or worse–an read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 19, 2018
When I teach Film Study to my high school students, I always emphasize that for every one actor we see on screen, there are dozens of other people behind the camera who also hold a crucial part in making a film come to life. In the case of Libeled Lady, audiences are given the delightful opportunit read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 19, 2018
When I teach Film Study to my high school students, I always emphasize that for every one actor we see on screen, there are dozens of other people behind the camera who also hold a crucial part in making a film come to life. In the case of Libeled Lady, audiences are given the delightful opportunit read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 12, 2018
“I loved being at the studio [20th Century Fox]. After all, I started at 15, and I grew up there. But there comes a time when an actress stays too long in the same place. People get used to having you around, and they can’t think of you in a different light.” –Jeanne Crain W read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 12, 2018
“I loved being at the studio [20th Century Fox]. After all, I started at 15, and I grew up there. But there comes a time when an actress stays too long in the same place. People get used to having you around, and they can’t think of you in a different light.” –Jeanne Crain W read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 5, 2018
“I loved the farm. It was my favorite time of the year.” –Betty Garrett No musical cast is complete without fabulous supporting cast mates, and Betty Garrett was one of the best. Hilarious, unfailingly energetic, and lovely, Betty was the perfect addition to many an MGM musical. E read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 5, 2018
“I loved the farm. It was my favorite time of the year.” –Betty Garrett No musical cast is complete without fabulous supporting cast mates, and Betty Garrett was one of the best. Hilarious, unfailingly energetic, and lovely, Betty was the perfect addition to many an MGM musical. E read more