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…
The Biggest Hollywood Actors to Fight in WWII
When the United States joined World War II in December 1941 following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, millions of American men were drafted to serve in the war. Among them were some of the biggest actors of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Let’s take a look at five of these actors who temporarily traded…
Lee Van Cleef, Hollywood’s Favorite Mean Mug Bad Guy
In the Golden Age of Hollywood, there was no shortage of bad guys. But one actor who stood out from the rest was Lee Van Cleef. With his piercing eyes and intimidating ‘mean mug’, Van Cleef was a favorite among fans of the era. But was he really a Hollywood bad guy? Van Cleef was…
Jane Wyman: The Golden Star Who Married & Divorced Ronald Reagan
When it comes to Hollywood’s Golden Age, one name stands out: Jane Wyman. Her career spanned decades, during which she won an Academy Award and had a successful television run. To this day, her legacy still lives on and is remembered by generations of fans. Let’s take a closer look at this iconic star and…
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…