TagWilliam Powell

Posted July 25, 20192 Comments 1930s

Jewel Robbery (1932)

Kay Francis and William Powell mix love and crime in Jewel Robbery.

Posted May 3, 20129 Comments 1930s

A movie review, are you shocked? No…didn’t think so. Today’s film seems to be entrenched in the mode of “The Thin Man was a great success, what else do we … Continue Reading The Ex-Mrs. Bradford (1936)

Posted March 25, 20129 Comments 1930s

Top 10 Favorite Movies of the 1930s

I figured I’d do something a little different in today’s entry and do a list…my first of hopefully many. I started with a list of my ten favorite movies of … Continue Reading Top 10 Favorite Movies of the 1930s

Posted March 19, 2012 Uncategorized

The Lusty Men of Classic Film – Reprint

I’m reprinting my article on The Lusty Men of Classic Film here in case people don’t want to transfer to a new site. The only problem is the videos that … Continue Reading The Lusty Men of Classic Film – Reprint

Posted March 13, 20124 Comments 1930s

The Films of Jean Harlow: Wife vs. Secretary (1936)

I feel like I’ve been harsh on the films of Jean Harlow. It’s not that their bad movies, I just expected more from them…more humor, more heart, and I haven’t … Continue Reading The Films of Jean Harlow: Wife vs. Secretary (1936)

Posted March 8, 20125 Comments 1930s

The Films of Jean Harlow: Reckless (1935)

Today’s film should have been my favorite of the two box sets I’m working with, but it was just weird and I mean weird like Bombshell in that it had … Continue Reading The Films of Jean Harlow: Reckless (1935)

Posted January 2, 20128 Comments 1950s

My (Slightly More Than) Month with Marilyn: How to Marry a Millionaire (1953)

2012 continues with more Marilyn (remember when this was only supposed to take a month?) in the 1953 film How to Marry a Millionaire. This movie should be tailored made … Continue Reading My (Slightly More Than) Month with Marilyn: How to Marry a Millionaire (1953)

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#104: Julie Garfield On Her Father, John Garfield February 24, 2021

Two years ago Kristen sat down to talk to Julie Garfield about her famous father, actor John Garfield. The interview is finally out in honor of Garfield's upcoming birthday and his Star of the Month tribute. Kristen and Julie talk HUAC, a possible John Garfield biopic, and Julie's own acting career. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more […]

#103: Lana Turner Centennial February 10, 2021

We're talking about not one but two features to celebrate the centennial of the ultimate glamour girl, Lana Turner. We deconstruct the Peyton Place (1957) and Imitation of Life (1959), as well as getting into the murky waters of the death of Johnny Stompanato. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more by becoming a Patron. Visit our Patreon page […]

#102: Donna Reed and From Here to Eternity (1953) January 27, 2021

We're celebrating actress Donna Reed's centennial with a look at her career, the nature of persona, and her Oscar-winning role in 1953's From Here to Eternity. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more by becoming a Patron. Visit our Patreon page.

#101: Top 3 New Discoveries of 2020 January 13, 2021

It's that time, wherein Kristen, Samantha, and Drea gather round to honor the new classic features they discovered in 2020. From the works of Paul Newman, to 1930s Edward G. Robinson comedies, the Ticklish Trio says goodbye to 2020 by saluting the classics that kept them sane. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more by becoming a Patron. Visit […]

Wild About Newman December 30, 2020

Another Patreon pull for you this week as Kristen and special guests Lauren Humphries-Brooks and Diana Drumm get real about the looks, the charm, and the acting legacy of Paul Newman! If you'd like access to our bevy of bonus shows then consider supporting us via Patreon! We return with all-new episodes on January 13. Happy New Year!