In 1948, Easter Parade was a box office sensation. The film grossed over $5 million, making it the highest-grossing movie of the year. But why was Easter Parade such a hit? Among the factors that made the film a blockbuster success were its all-star cast and its memorable musical score. Easter Parade tells the story…
Month: May 2023
“Song of the South”: Disney’s Most Controversial Film
For some, Disney’s Song of the South is a classic live-action/animation hybrid film with an Academy Award-winning song. For others, it’s a racist relic of a bygone era. This 1946 film has long been controversial, and for good reason. Let’s see why Song of the South was so controversial when it was released and why…
The Tragic Life and Mysterious Death of William Desmond Taylor
William Desmond Taylor was a Hollywood actor, director, and producer during the silent film era of the early 20th century. He was an influential figure in the industry, yet his life ended tragically in a still unsolved murder. Let’s take a closer look at the life and mysterious death of William Desmond Taylor. William Desmond…
The Warner Brothers: The Siblings Behind Warner Bros. Studio
Few movie studios during the Golden Age of Hollywood had the same clout and prestige as Warner Bros. But who were the men behind the studio? The name of the studio implies that it was a family business, and as we will see, it was the brainchild of a set of impressive siblings. Let’s take…
Eight of the Hottest Redheads of the Golden Age of Hollywood
Thank goodness for Technicolor. It showcased the glorious locks of Hollywood’s hottest redheads. From strawberry blondes to fiery gingers, the Golden Age of Hollywood was made more colorful by the crowning achievements of these eight beauties of the silver screen. Maureen O’Hara Maureen O’Hara was a redheaded firecracker of a Hollywood star that had a…