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Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 4, 2016
In 1930, Comic Artist Chic Young sat down to work, his mind ablaze with the colorful chaos that can only accompany a good idea. Known for his lighthearted comics about fickle flappers, he sought out to sketch a new plotline about yet another carefree flapper. Panel after panel, Young gradually penn read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 4, 2016
In 1930, Comic Artist Chic Young sat down to work, his mind ablaze with the colorful chaos that can only accompany a good idea. Known for his lighthearted comics about fickle flappers, he sought out to sketch a new plotline about yet another carefree flapper. Panel after panel, Young gradually penn read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 3, 2016
When one reflects upon classic film, television, and radio, it is easy to recall legendary show business pairings. These dynamic duos were in complete harmony with one another, and their quips on or off-screen seemed organic, natural, and flawless. Each party was unique and balanced the other out, read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 3, 2016
When one reflects upon classic film, television, and radio, it is easy to recall legendary show business pairings. These dynamic duos were in complete harmony with one another, and their quips on or off-screen seemed organic, natural, and flawless. Each party was unique and balanced the other out, read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 21, 2016
The early 1900s were a fascinating time in cinematic history. Film was considered a novel but intriguing form of entertainment that would soon give way to a brand new industry. Moreover, film would have its fair share of pioneers—aspiring actors, directors, writers, etc.—eager to go West and cultiv read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 21, 2016
The early 1900s were a fascinating time in cinematic history. Film was considered a novel but intriguing form of entertainment that would soon give way to a brand new industry. Moreover, film would have its fair share of pioneers—aspiring actors, directors, writers, etc.—eager to go West and cultiv read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 9, 2016
Tara, home to the character of Scarlett O’Hara, is one of the greatest and grandest movie homes in cinema history. The focal point of the 1939 classic, Gone with the Wind, Tara is the only constant in Scarlett’s life. While the South as Scarlett knows it crumbles into oblivion around he read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 9, 2016
Tara, home to the character of Scarlett O’Hara, is one of the greatest and grandest movie homes in cinema history. The focal point of the 1939 classic, Gone with the Wind, Tara is the only constant in Scarlett’s life. While the South as Scarlett knows it crumbles into oblivion around he read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 3, 2016
Although roughly 60 years have passed since the death of James Dean, his story and image fascinate filmgoers to this day. His personification of cool and epitomization of rebellion resound like a symphony to frustrated youth. A disciple of method acting, Dean did not merely portray his characters; read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 3, 2016
Although 70 years have passed since the death of James Dean, his story and image fascinate filmgoers to this day. His personification of cool and epitomization of rebellion resound like a symphony to frustrated youth. A disciple of method acting, Dean did not merely portray his characters; rather, read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 28, 2016
“The bad girls were so much fun to play. I wouldn’t have wanted to play Coleen Gray’s good-girl parts.” -Audrey Totter One of the greatest leading ladies in the film noir genre has to be Audrey Totter. Gifted in playing the “bad girl” roles necessary for this gen read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 28, 2016
“The bad girls were so much fun to play. I wouldn’t have wanted to play Coleen Gray’s good-girl parts.” -Audrey Totter One of the greatest leading ladies in the film noir genre has to be Audrey Totter. Gifted in playing the “bad girl” roles necessary for this gen read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 27, 2016
“My brother and I laughed a lot as kids. We came up in the middle of the Depression, and neither one of us knew we were poor. We had nothing, but we didn’t know it.” -Dick Van Dyke Dick Van Dyke is a person who seems to constantly exude and create joy wherever he goes. He possesse read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 27, 2016
“My brother and I laughed a lot as kids. We came up in the middle of the Depression, and neither one of us knew we were poor. We had nothing, but we didn’t know it.” -Dick Van Dyke Dick Van Dyke is a person who seems to constantly exude and create joy wherever he goes. He possesse read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 7, 2016
“I’d sing a song, and I could just see the guys getting this faraway expression. I knew they were going home in their minds.” -Frances Langford When World War II was in full swing, Hollywood responded. Actors enlisted to fight for their country (or were drafted, in some cases), th read more
Frances Langford
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 7, 2016
“I’d sing a song, and I could just see the guys getting this faraway expression. I knew they were going home in their minds.” -Frances Langford When World War II was in full swing, Hollywood responded. Actors enlisted to fight for their country (or were drafted, in some cases), th read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 5, 2016
From Doctor Macro “I worked out of desperation. I used to hit fast and run in hopes that people wouldn’t realize that I really couldn’t do anything.” -Betty Hutton My first introduction to Betty Hutton was while watching a command performance hosted by Bob Hope, thanks to the read more
Betty Hutton
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 5, 2016
“I worked out of desperation. I used to hit fast and run in hopes that people wouldn’t realize that I really couldn’t do anything.” -Betty Hutton My first introduction to Betty Hutton was while watching a command performance hosted by Bob Hope, thanks to the magic of YouTube read more
Buddy Ebsen
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 3, 2016
“Remember that of all the elements that comprise a human being, the most important, the most essential, the one that will sustain, transcend, overcome and vanquish obstacles, is spirit!” -Buddy Ebsen To me, one of the most endearing stars working during Hollywood’s Golden Age was read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jul 3, 2016
“Remember that of all the elements that comprise a human being, the most important, the most essential, the one that will sustain, transcend, overcome and vanquish obstacles, is spirit!” -Buddy Ebsen To me, one of the most endearing stars working during Hollywood’s Golden Age was read more