It is said that certain movies can stand the test of time—and Bell, Book and Candle is one of them. This 1958 romantic comedy-fantasy film is a cult classic that still resonates today. It is easy to see how Bell, Book, and Candle inspired the modern witch movie genre and even influenced the 1960s television…
Category: Golden Hollywood
How “Endless Summer” Changed Surf Movies and Documentaries
The 1966 surf documentary Endless Summer is widely considered one of the most important films in the history of the surf genre. Directed by Bruce Brown, this classic film follows two talented surfers on their journey around the world, from California to the Mediterranean to Africa, in search of the perfect wave. With its groundbreaking…
Remembering “An Affair to Remember”
The 1957 film, An Affair to Remember, directed by Leo McCarey, has been called one of the most romantic movies in cinematic history. Part of the reason was the palpable on-screen chemistry between the film’s stars, Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr and part can be credited to the unique directorial style of Leo McCarey. Let’s…
Johnny Weissmuller: Austrian-Born Athlete Turned Actor
In the 1920s, you would have only seen Johnny Weissmuller’s name in connection with the Olympic games or other international swimming competitions. He was the Michael Phelps of his era, winning meet after meet. He was a gold medalist in both the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris and the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, set…
“The Wolf Man”: Hollywood’s Early Werewolf Era
The 1941 film, The Wolf Man is a beloved classic of the Golden Age of Hollywood. It is a classic horror film that has spawned countless adaptations and remakes and set the stage for the soon-to-be mainstream horror movie genre. But why is the film so significant? In this blog post, we’ll explore why The…