Although there have been hundreds of Westerns released since films began, there is only one that stands saddles and boots above its rivals: John Ford‘s 1939 epic Stagecoach. Filmed in Monument Valley (the site of many real-life sagebrush adventures), the…
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Happy 67th Birthday to Oscar-Winning Actress Jessica Lange
Recent years have seen Jessica Lange enjoying much success on television through her multiple collaborations with writer Ryan Murphy, so younger audiences will be forgiven for not realizing what an accomplished actress she was on the silver screen as well….
Read more →Create-A-Caption: Whatever Happened To Baby Jane?
This week’s Create-A-Caption focuses on Robert Aldrich‘s 1962 classic pairing of Bette Davis and Joan Crawford, Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? We’ve taken a still from the movie and added our own comedic caption. We encourage you to do the…
Read more →“The Founder” Serves Up This Week’s DVD/Blu-ray New Releases
Hungry for some DVD and Blu-ray new releases? We’re serving up fresh hits and fan favorites this week, so take a look at what great movies are now ready to become a part of your viewing diet! The Founder In…
Read more →Another Man’s Poison: An Underrated Bette Davis Gem
Thanks to the television series Feud: Bette and Joan, a new generation is discovering the timeless films of Bette Davis and Joan Crawford. (While the pair may not have gotten along off-screen, it’s impossible to deny how electrifying they are…
Read more →Open Thread: What’s Your Favorite Movie To Watch at Easter?
This Sunday is Easter! If you celebrate the holiday, by now you probably have your Easter bonnet (with all the frills upon it, natch) ready for the day’s festivities. But we’re also guessing that you’ll find some time over the…
Read more →Remember the Life of Carrie Fisher with an Unforgettable Star Wars Tribute
Currently underway in Orlando is Star Wars Celebration, the annual tribute to George Lucas‘ galaxy far, far away. Yesterday’s highlight at the event was the above video focusing on the life and legacy of Carrie Fisher. By mixing interview clips,…
Read more →Hidden Figures: Tells It Like It Was in the Not-So-Great American Past
Courage, genius and resilience are the co-stars of Hidden Figures, which is about three groundbreaking African-American women who used their mathematical genius to help launch the United States’ manned space program at NASA. Battling more than just the physics needed…
Read more →“Hidden Figures” and “Lion” Lead Off This Week’s Winning DVD/Blu-ray New Releases
Kicking off this week’s new releases are Hidden Figures and Lion, two very different films that each feature a shared message about the indomitable strength of the human spirit when it comes to overcoming obstacles. Also on deck are a…
Read more →Celebrating 75 Years Of WWII Movies
Even before the bombs started falling on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, Hollywood had begun ramping up its production of movies in support of the looming war effort. Hollywood has not stopped making them since. This year is most…
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