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Oscar Shockers 1946 (Part One)

Ever since MGM studio chief Louis B. Mayer established the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 1927, fans and show biz...

Oscar Shockers

8 hours ago3 min read

Thomas Mitchell

Many call 1939 Hollywood’s Greatest Year. So what should we call the actor who appeared in five of the top films released back then?...

Character Actors

Aug 13 min read

Teresa Wright

There are many reasons to love Teresa Wright. Her natural beauty. Her understated acting. Her acclaimed dramas for legendary directors...

Stars

Jul 153 min read

Hollywood's Prop Shop

Rarely can you find a classic film that doesn’t include at least one of the following scenes: People smoking. Married couples sleeping in...

Props

Jul 12 min read

Spencer Tracy

The best part about Spencer Tracy’s acting is that you rarely catch him doing it. There are no visible “Method” gears grinding, no hammy...

Stars

Jun 152 min read

Mitchum

I was late to the Liking Robert Mitchum Party . No particular reason why. His droopy eyes and “Whatever” nonchalance always made him seem...

Film Noir

Jun 13 min read

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