Known for his wide mouth and trademark yell, comedian Joe E. Brown was Warner Bros.’ top comedy star in the 1930s. Read about five of Brown’s films just out on DVD and learn about his life and career.
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What’s Your Favorite Jeff Bridges Film Role?
To mark the opening of his new picture The Giver, MovieFanFare looks back at the career of star Jeff Bridges and wants you to vote for your top film role from the Oscar-winning actor’s resumé.
Read more →Of Comfort Food and Comfort Films
Ever have one of those days when life gets you down and everything feels like you’re being overwhelmed? Guest writer Marsha Collock is here to offer her two-part remedy: good, comforting food and a good, comforting film.
Read more →This Week in Film History, 8.17.14
Woody Allen’s first film as writer/director/star, the crime comedy Take the Money and Run, debuted 45 years ago this week. It would be criminal if you missed the other key Hollywood historical moments we’ve listed for you inside.
Read more →My Five Favorite Robin Williams Movies
In the wake of Robin Williams’ death, film fans everywhere continue to remember the comedian/actor’s work. Today guest writer David Lobosco offers his list of the five most unforgettable movie performances by Williams.
Read more →Letter Imperfect IX
How much difference can one letter in the title shown on a movie poster make? Plenty, as Jason points out in his latest installment of Letter Imperfect. See Charles Bronson go from urban vigilante to street-corner chef, and other comical alterations.
Read more →Lauren Bacall: A Farewell Look at “The Look”
She became an instant star with her 1944 debut alongside future husband Humphrey Bogart in To Have and Have Not. Sultry-voiced stage and screen leading lady Lauren Bacall, who died this week at 89. is remembered by MovieFanFare.
Read more →Remembering The Best of Times with Robin Williams
His performances could go from riotously funny to achingly dramatic in a heartbeat, and his talent earned him global acclaim and an Academy Award. MovieFanFare recalls the career of actor Robin Williams, who passed away this week at 63.
Read more →What’s Your Favorite Movie Directed by Robert Altman?
This week’s MovieFanFare poll salutes filmmaker Robert Altman. Which of the five-time Best Director Oscar nominee’s pictures–from M*A*S*H to Nashville to The Player and more–is your favorite?
Read more →Cool Hand Luke: Newman’s Double?
One of Paul Newman’s best-loved film roles was rebellious convict Luke Jackson in 1967’s Cool Hand Luke. Guest writer Leah Williams offers her take on the performance and the similarities between the actor and his on-screen persona.
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