Marnie (1964)
I belatedly close out Hitchcock week with the film that tore his professional relationship with actress Tippi Hedren. Hedren, despite the issues she’s recounted of working with the director, cites … Continue Reading Marnie (1964)
Notorious (1946)
ORIGINALLY POSTED JANUARY 2013 I haven’t watched Rebecca in a few years, so at this point I’m declaring that Notorious is my favorite Alfred Hitchcock film (at the moment). There’s … Continue Reading Notorious (1946)
Suspicion (1941)
We’re going back a few years to examine a film from Hitchcock’s 1940s output. A year after winning the Academy Award for Rebecca, Hitchcock reteamed with star Joan Fontaine for another … Continue Reading Suspicion (1941)
The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956)
Following the painstakingly tense Shadow of a Doubt (1943) with The Man Who Knew Too Much was always a gamble, especially since things worked together so perfectly in the last film. But … Continue Reading The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956)
Swing Time (1936)
As we move further back in time with Fred and Ginger the formula’s becoming clearer and the films are finding that sweet spot that keeps me intrigued. Swing Time marks … Continue Reading Swing Time (1936)
The Barkleys of Broadway (1949)
Originally published September 11th, 2013 The Barkleys of Broadway, Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers’ last film together as well as their only one in color, probably wasn’t the one I … Continue Reading The Barkleys of Broadway (1949)
Shall We Dance (1937)
Shall We Dance, the seventh out of ten films starring Fred and Ginger, certainly proves the dancing duo had tweaked their formula since the all dancing, no plot film that … Continue Reading Shall We Dance (1937)
The Gay Divorcee (1934)
The final week of The July Five is upon us. But don’t be too sad…we’re gonna end the month dancing with the illustrious duo, Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers! I’ve … Continue Reading The Gay Divorcee (1934)
My Reputation (1946)
The final film of Barbara Stanwyck week is one I had previously experienced part of. Having previously watched half of My Reputation, the latter half, I was intrigued by a … Continue Reading My Reputation (1946)
East Side, West Side (1949)
After the disappointing Annie Oakley, I yearned for something good. Thankfully, I found it with director Mervyn LeRoy A-list melodrama, East Side, West Side. In my review of Oakley I … Continue Reading East Side, West Side (1949)
Annie Oakley (1935)
After the success of Baby Face, Barbara Stanwyck found herself increasingly dissatisfied with the films Warner Brothers cast her in. She broke out as a freelancer and did today’s film, … Continue Reading Annie Oakley (1935)
Double Indemnity (1944)
Originally published March 2012 This is my second viewing of Double Indemnity, and my first time where I actually had to study it critically as part of my Women in … Continue Reading Double Indemnity (1944)
Anchors Aweigh (1945)
We conclude Gene Kelly week a bit disappointed. On the Town was a charming musical taking three separate stories, separated and combined them, presenting a solid, albeit thin tale in … Continue Reading Anchors Aweigh (1945)
On the Town (1949)
Can I just say, I’m fairly proud of myself that I got through the first two weeks of the July Five before falling behind on posting. However, Gene Kelly week … Continue Reading On the Town (1949)
An American in Paris (1951)
Originally published August 23rd, 2012 Director Vincente Minnelli returns to the blog! I’ve seen five of his films, one I’ve reviewed (Father’s Little Dividend) and three I’ve enjoyed (Dividend, Meet Me … Continue Reading An American in Paris (1951)
Down to Earth (1947)
The final Rita Hayworth movie of the week sends her off on a high note after two lackluster B-movies. Down to Earth is a quasi continuation/sequel to 1941’s Here Comes Mr. … Continue Reading Down to Earth (1947)