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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn & my pal, Ted Donaldson

I have a notebook that I keep at my desk where I write down ideas for blog posts because, sometimes the best ideas come when you’re not thinking too hard and, just like a song writer, you want to keep those ideas somewhere safe until the time is right. The idea for this post, originally,Continue reading “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn & my pal, Ted Donaldson”

Triumph & Tragedy: The Lives and Careers of James Dean and Sal Mineo

James Dean and Sal Mineo were iconic figures in 1950s Hollywood, both known for their talent on screen and impact on popular culture. Dean’s early death in a car crash at 24 solidified his legendary status. Mineo continued to work in film and TV before his tragic stabbing death at age 37. The Rebel Without a Cause curse also affected actors Natalie Wood and Nick Adams, leaving their deaths shrouded in mystery.

(Some of) My Modern Favorites: Holiday Edition – Part 2

The author introduces a series of posts under the theme of “Some of My Modern Favorites: Holiday Edition”, connects films with an adaptation of “six degrees of connection”. This principle helps the author link different holiday-themed or related films together, focusing on the cast and their roles in other movies. Featured films are “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire”, “Die Hard”, “Love Actually”, and “Disney’s A Christmas Carol”. Each movie review highlights its relevance to the holiday season while incorporating notable behind-the-scenes facts and appreciating standout performances.

(Some of) My Modern Favorites: Holiday Edition – Part 1

The author explores a list of modern holiday films, presenting them in a creative format connected through a game based on the “six degrees of separation”. The first film discussed is “A Christmas Story”, followed by “Elf”, “Four Christmases”, and “Fred Claus”. The author provides in-depth reviews and insights, revealing their personal connections to each film as well as interesting behind-the-scenes trivia. They emphasize the importance of family and the true spirit of Christmas represented in these films.

(Some of) My Classic Favorites: Holiday Edition – Part 2

The writer shares their favorite classic holiday films: “The Man Who Came To Dinner (1941),” “The Bishop’s Wife (1947),” and “The Shop Around the Corner (1940).” The movies are connected by a unique ‘Six Degrees of Separation’ game where actors from each film have roles in the next. The author also includes trivia about and their favorite scenes from each film.

Perry Mason, the HBO series or How I Learned to Better Appreciate the “Perry Mason moment” in classic film

The author reminisces about growing up in the era of Perry Mason and is drawn to HBO’s revival series due to its 1930s setting and complex narrative. Despite never watching the original series, the author appreciates how the remake handles modern perspectives on race, sexuality, and mental health. The article praises the show’s cast, particularly Matthew Rhys’ interpretation of Perry Mason, and highlights the impressive set design, cinematography, and writing. The author further discusses their love for crime and noir films inspired by Perry Mason, mentioning classics such as “The Maltese Falcon”, “Shadow of a Doubt”, “Rear Window”, “12 Angry Men”, and “To Kill A Mockingbird”.

(Some of) My Classic Favorites: Holiday Edition – Part 1

It’s that time of year when movie fans indulge in watching some of their favorite holiday films and I’m no different. A few people have asked me about my favorite Christmas movies and I thought I might share those with you as well. As I started making my list, I realized that I have bothContinue reading “(Some of) My Classic Favorites: Holiday Edition – Part 1”

More Movie Lover Podcast News….

I wanted to quickly follow-up with some new information about an amazing resource for Podcasts with movie lovers as their target audience! You might recall that in my last post I discussed a tremedous Podcast I had uncovered through my membership on Audible.com, The Secret History of Hollywood: Bullets & Blood. I was contacted byContinue reading “More Movie Lover Podcast News….”