Monthly Archives: September 2014

getTV Mickey Rooney Blogathon Post: Boys Town

“There is no such thing as a bad boy” – Father Edward J. Flanagan That’s right, there’s no such thing as a bad boy — or is there?  Well, well, well…that brings me to my getTV Mickey Rooney Blogathon pick: Boys … Continue reading

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Announcing the “getTV Rita Hayworth Blogathon”

CMH is Happy to Announce the getTV Rita Hayworth Blogathon!  “All I wanted was just what everybody else wants, you know, to be loved.” -Rita Hayworth In celebration of our classic movie LOVE for the beautiful and talented Rita Hayworth, … Continue reading

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“Cosby: His Life and Times” Book Giveaway Facebook Contest (September 24-30)

“Cosby: His Life and Times” Book Giveaway — Qualifying Entry Task for this week’s  Facebook Contest I am happy to say that CMH will be giving away another copy of  Cosby: His Life and Times this month via a Facebook contest, courtesy of … Continue reading

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The getTV Mickey Rooney Blogathon – The Unexpected Ascend to Manhood

  Mickey Rooney and The Unexpected Ascend to Manhood Mickey Rooney was a powerhouse of career longevity. From his earliest screen appearances as a baby during the silent era to his final performance in the still unreleased Dr. Jekyll and … Continue reading

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“Cosby: His Life and Times” Book Giveaway Twitter Contest (Week of September 22)

“Cosby: His Life and Times” Book Giveaway — Qualifying Entry Task for this week’s  Twitter Contest In order to qualify for this week’s Bill Cosby Book Giveaway on Twitter, you must complete the following task by Friday, September 26 at 5PM EST (i.e. any … Continue reading

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Legend Tribute: Chuck Jones

Born September 21, 1912 Animator and Director Chuck Jones!  “Animation isn’t the illusion of life; it is life!” -Chuck Jones I cannot really put into words how I feel about Chuck Jones and his artistry…  All I know is that when … Continue reading

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Mini Tribute: Porter Hall

Born September 19, 1888 Character Actor Porter Hall! Character actor Porter Hall appeared in over 75 film and television episodes over the course of his 20+ year film career, playing his share of villains and pompous men…including the nervous, ill-tempered … Continue reading

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“Cosby: His Life and Times” Book Giveaway Twitter Contest (Week of September 15)

“Cosby: His Life and Times” Book Giveaway — Qualifying Entry Task for this week’s  Twitter Contest In order to qualify for this week’s Bill Cosby Book Giveaway on Twitter, you must complete the following task by Friday, September 19 at 5PM EST (i.e. any … Continue reading

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Mini Tribute: Hal B. Wallis at Work

Born September 14, 1898 (or 1899?) Producer Hal B. Wallis One of Hollywood’s most respected and honored producers, Hal B. Wallis started his entertainment career as a theater manager for a Warners-owned theater in LA. In 1923, after catching the … Continue reading

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“Cosby: His Life and Times” Book Giveaway Twitter Contest (Week of September 8)

“Cosby: His Life and Times” Book Giveaway — Qualifying Entry Task for this week’s  Twitter Contest In order to qualify for this week’s Bill Cosby Book Giveaway on Twitter, you must complete the following task by Friday, September 12 at 5PM EST (i.e. any … Continue reading

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