Tag Archives: Film History

Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story Ignites PBS

Posted on May 18, 2018 by

“Any girl can look glamorous…all she has to do is stand still and look stupid.”–Hedy Lamarr (1914-2000) Screen queen Hedy Lamarr (Algiers, Boom Town, Samson and Delilah, White Cargo) learned quickly how far a pretty face could take her in … Continue reading →

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American Masters Celebrates Bambi Artist Tyrus Wong

Posted on September 8, 2017 by

“Tyrus Wong’s story is a prime example of one of the many gaping holes in our society’s narrative on art, cinema and Western history,” said writer/producer/director Pamela Tom. “By telling his story, I wanted to shine a light on one … Continue reading →

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HBO Debuts Bright Lights…Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds

Posted on January 7, 2017 by

“She’s me, and I’m her,” says actress/writer Carrie Fisher in the delicious new feature-length documentary Bright Lights. Fisher’s remark caps one of her grueling gigs at a Star Wars fan convention and refers to her breakout film role as Princess Leia. But she might as … Continue reading →

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Listen To Me Marlon a Must See on Showtime

Posted on November 14, 2015 by

One of the best films of 2015 debuts on Showtime tonight at 9:00 p.m., and I urge you not to miss it. It will be aired in repeat broadcasts in the weeks ahead, so check your Showtime listings and On Demand as … Continue reading →

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Children of Giant Takes a New Look at an Old Film on PBS

Posted on April 17, 2015 by

Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, James Dean, Dennis Hopper, Sal Mineo and film director George Stevens.  Through the years, it’s been hard to dodge the after-hours buzz on this stellar crew.  It’s also hard to imagine them playing second fiddle to anyone, but that’s what … Continue reading →

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