Kings Row (1942)

Kings Row, the precursor to Peyton Place, sure was juicy soap opera.  The second half is better than the first half.  The first half focuses more on Parris (Robert Cummings)  who can’t figure… Continue reading

Paris qui dort (1925)

Just saw the Rene Clair short, Paris qui dort (Paris Asleep).  You may feel you’ve already seen these ideas before but remember this was made in 1924.  I think it’s aged quite well. … Continue reading

July 14 Birthdays

George Tobias (1901-1980), actor, Yankee Doodle Dandy Annabella (1907-1996), French actress, Dinner at the Ritz Toby Wing (1915-2001), actress, 42nd Street