Category Archives: Posts by Annmarie Gatti

Just for Fun: Lydia the Tattooed Lady

Posted on June 8, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

Just for fun!  “Ah Lydia, she was the most gloooorious creature under the sun!” I remember loving this clip ever since I was a little kid… just one of many magical musical moments from the Marx Brothers… Groucho Marx singing … Continue reading →

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Dynamic Duos in Classic Film Blogathon

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

Laughs, love, danger and adventure – TIMES TWO!  It’s the Dynamic Duos in Classic Film blogathon! In a co-host gig with the fabulous Once Upon a Screen (@CitizenScreen), Classic Movie Hub (@ClassicMovieHub), is happy to announce this upcoming blogathon event dedicated … Continue reading →

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Mini Tribute: Mel Blanc

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

Born May 30, 1908 Legendary Voice Actor Mel Blanc! Mel Blanc ‘appeared’ in an amazing 1,025+ shorts and films, and is the voice of some of the most iconic, lovable, and sometimes ‘despicable’ cartoon characters — including Bugs Bunny, Daffy … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day: Hollywood Stars that Served their Countries

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

Wishing everyone a Happy Memorial Day as we honor and remember all those who so bravely served our countries… In the Classic Movie ‘theme’ some stars who served (photo): James Stewart, Tyrone Power, Marlene Dietrich, David Niven, Clark Gable, Humphrey … Continue reading →

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Mini Tribute: Barbara Luddy

Posted on May 25, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

Born May 25, 1908 Barbara Luddy! Barbara Luddy ‘appeared’ in over 35 roles but is probably best remembered as the voice of Lady in Walt Disney’s animated classic, Lady and the Tramp. Barbara Luddy as herself and as Lady from Disney’s … Continue reading →

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Five Fun Classic Movie Dances on Roller Skates: Charles Chaplin, Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers, Donald O’Connor, Gene Kelly and Barbra Streisand

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

Just for Fun: 1936:  Charlie Chaplin, marvelous — poetic and funny — on roller skates in Modern Times, with Paulette Goddard (1936, Charles Chaplin director) ….. 1937:  Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers skating to “Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off” in … Continue reading →

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TCM Film Festival Day Four: I’m going to be one of the first to enlist (for next year!)

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

  Turner Classic Movies Festival Day Four: Sunday, April 28 The Birds with Tippi Hedren Interview by Ben Mankiewicz (TCL Chinese Theater): Yes, another highlight for me! I always love to hear Stars talk about working with renowned directors — … Continue reading →

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TCM Film Festival Day Three: But in my mind I know they still will live on and on…

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

  Turner Classic Movies Festival Day Three: Saturday, April 27 To Sir, With Love with Lulu Interview and Performance (Chinese Multiplex): I can’t even begin to tell you how excited I was when To Sir, With Love was added to … Continue reading →

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Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Irving Berlin

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

Happy Birthday to Classic Movie Songwriting Legend, Irving Berlin, born May 11 in 1888! George Gershwin once said that Irving Berlin was “the greatest songwriter that has ever lived”.  That is no small compliment!!!  And how could I possible argue … Continue reading →

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TCM Film Festival Day Two: Am I on my feet?

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

Turner Classic Movies Festival Day Two: Friday, April 26 The Night of the Hunter (Egyptian Theater): Charles Laughton’s directorial debut, and an interesting choice for me given that I enjoy mostly ‘light-hearted’ fare — but I couldn’t resist the thought … Continue reading →

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