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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Lillian Gish

Posted on October 14, 2012 by minooallen

Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend Lillian Gish, born October 14 in 1893! Lillian Gish has a particularly important role, not only is the realm of Classic Hollywood Cinema, but in the world of Hollywood Cinema as a whole. And … Continue reading →

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Lawrence of Arabia: A Re-Release of Epic Proportions!

Posted on October 4, 2012 by minooallen

  Lawrence of Arabia: An Epic Fathom/Sony Event! In honor of its 50th anniversary, the epic classic Lawrence of Arabia is being re-released in theatres in digitally restored glorious 4k, the highest resolution possible. Now, I must admit something I … Continue reading →

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Buster Keaton

Posted on October 4, 2012 by minooallen

  Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Buster Keaton, born on October 4, 1895! Although one of the most hilarious comedians to grace the silver screen, Buster Keaton almost manages to break my heart. Sure, at first glance, Keaton may … Continue reading →

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Leo McCarey

Posted on October 3, 2012 by minooallen

Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Leo McCarey, born on October 3rd, 1898! Some directors are remembered for their style. While watching an Orson Welles film, it’s easy to pick up that Welles liked wide-angle lenses and rather long takes. … Continue reading →

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Groucho Marx

Posted on October 2, 2012 by minooallen

Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Groucho Marx, born on October 2, 1890! Sometimes you have a bad day. Your car won’t start, your computer at work crashes, or your boss blames you for all the problems in the office. … Continue reading →

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Deborah Kerr

Posted on September 30, 2012 by minooallen

Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Deborah Kerr, Born September 30, 1921! Deborah Kerr is not what one would call a household name. If you were to ask most people under the age of 50 who she is, well, you’d … Continue reading →

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Greer Garson

Posted on September 29, 2012 by minooallen

  Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Greer Garson, Born on September 29, 1904! Nominated for seven Academy Awards and winner of one, Greer Garson was an immensely popular Hollywood star in the late thirties to late forties. However – … Continue reading →

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Mickey Rooney

Posted on September 23, 2012 by minooallen

  Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Mickey Rooney, born September 23, 1920! Even though it’s a cliche phrase, I’m going to say it anyway: What can possibly be said about Mickey Rooney that hasn’t already been said? The man … Continue reading →

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Erich Von Stroheim

Posted on September 22, 2012 by minooallen

  Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Erich Von Stroheim, born September 22, 1885! To quote Sunset Blvd, “There were three young directors who showed promise in those days: D. W. Griffith, Cecil B. DeMille, and Max Von Mayerling.” If … Continue reading →

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Anne Bancroft

Posted on September 17, 2012 by minooallen

Happy Birthday to Classic Move Legend, Anne Bancroft, Born September 17, 1931! There are some quotes in film history that can’t help but conjure up an iconic image. “Toto, I think we’re not in Kansas anymore,” brings to mind the … Continue reading →

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