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Monthly Archives: December 2012
Trouble in Paradise
I value the films I can watch over and over again and always get something new from them. My favorite film, “The Wizard of Oz,” is certainly on that list. Another favorite of mine, “Trouble in Paradise,” from 1932, remains … Continue reading
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The Crowd
“The Crowd,” the 1928 silent film, stands as the quintessential King Vidor directed movie, with charming interludes of pure comedy mixed with genuine emotional depth. Even though we can see the main character’s many flaws, we continue to route for him … Continue reading
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Two-Faced Woman
I think Greta Garbo’s portrayal in “Two-Faced Woman,” released in 1941, gives an indication of her broad range. She plays Karen Borg, a rustic ski instructor who marries a magazine writer named Larry Blake, played by Melvyn Douglas. Larry returns … Continue reading
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Ladies of Leisure
“Ladies of Leisure,” a 1930 film starring Barbara Stanwyck, proved to be a breakout role for her. She plays a call girl, Kay Arnold, who tries to reform by posing for a famous and rich artist. The artist, Jerry Strong, … Continue reading
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We Live Again
“We Live Again,” released in 1934, stars Frederic March and Anna Sten as lovers from different social statuses. Prince Dmitri, a prince, is also an officer in the Czar’s army. Katusha, played by Anna Sten, plays a servant in his … Continue reading
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