Another Fine…
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Who doesn’t love Laurel and Hardy? This legendary pair is symbolic of a wonderful time in the Golden Age of Hollywood. They’re also symbolic of laughter, which, in my book, is one of the greatest things ever invented.
The print shown here is reproduced from a vintage postcard – how retrolicious is that? Click through for a closer look. This print would add a great deal of character and charm to any room.
The james bond 007 iPhone Hard 4s Case White
The case is suitable for iPhone 4 and iPhone 4s.
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Love it! The adorable Wizard of Oz Classic Movie Wicked Witch Metal Cylinder Tote Handbag Purse
The Wizard of Oz Classic Movie Wicked Witch Tin Cylinder Tote. This rhinestone encrusted tin cylinder measures 4 inches in diameter and approximately 6 inches in length. It features a snap closure, velveteen interior, and detachable strap. An officially licensed item. A great gift idea!
Naturally, it’d have to be paired with the WICKED Retro Knee High Tube Socks
James Bond – For…
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When the poster for For Your Eyes Only was released, many parts of the country deemed it inappropriate and immodest. In fact, a lot of newspapers actually drew shorts on the model before printing it. The irony, for me, is that they weren’t bothered by the heavy artillery and the violence it represented. Then again, maybe they never saw the weapons.
In any event, it’s definitely one of the most popular and eye-catching movie posters of all time.
My husband and I were talking about talent a few days ago. We both agree that talent is a marvelous, even magical, thing. There are few things I get a bigger kick from than seeing someone with talent flaunting their skill set. I think everyone has talent of some sort of talent (some people are sitting on a LOAD of talent). Sometimes they simply haven’t discovered this talent.
When the discovery is made, that’s when the magic happens.
Loren is one of those people who has both discovered their talent and is (fortunately) sharing it with the world. He is a very talented woodcutter and has captured everything from KFC’s Colonel Sanders to a Scarlet Tanager (she’s a real beauty). Loren’s also a wonderful storyteller, so be sure to check out all of the fascinating posts on his blog.
Located in Hollywood, Loren is in the perfect position to study the stars up close and personal. He worked with Jack Palance on a movie – how’s that for up close and personal? Jack Palance is one of my favorite actors, so it didn’t take long for me to choose an image to highlight for this post. As Loren points out, Jack Palance only seemed to be super tough guy. There were two Jack Palances, the man who the world knew as the intimidating, strong, mysterious, and possibly even scary man and the strong, silent… and not remotely scary man that a fortunate few got to know.
What I love about this particular work of art (shown above) is that the actor’s strong and wonderfully defined face almost seems like a mask. How appropriate! The cheekbones, the stare, and the mysterious expression were, in a lot of ways, a mask. Loren was one of the lucky ones – he got to see beneath the mask.
As much as I loved looking through his artwork (and believe me, each one blew me away), I enjoyed his writing even more. I kept thinking, “This guy should write a book – I’d devour it cover to cover.” Loren’s Hollywood is a fascinating place and you’ll see what I mean as you read through his posts. Start at the beginning and go to the end. You’ll thank me later. He has a gift of brevity which nature never delivered to your’s truly. Where as I ramble and take two forevers to get a story out, Loren beautifully conveys fascinating stories, often in a single paragraph.
Photo Credit: Loren, the Woodcutting Fool!
Live and Let Die
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You gotta admit, this is one of the most original and eye-catching wall murals of all time. James Bond fans will certainly see this as a MUST HAVE. Click through for a closer look and be sure to check out the MANY other James Bond movie posters, art prints, and wall murals.
James Bond – 22…
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I kind of have a James Bond theme going today, so I thought I’d just run with it. If you can’t make up your mind which James Bond movie poster you like best, here’s the perfect solution, for obvious reasons. Click through for a closer look. This one’s a beauty.
James Bond fans, here’s what you’ve been looking for! This is the James Bond Ultimate Collector’s Set
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The beautiful actress makes a beautiful mug. The Audrey Hepburn Coffee Mug (above) features a colorful graphic depiction of Audrey Hepburn’s most famous character, Holly Golighty.
This is an absolute must have for those of us who are maniacal Audrey Hepburn fans. Below is another great Audrey Hepburn mug – it features one of my favorite movie posters of all time, Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Another must have! Click through either link or picture for a closer look.
Audrey Hepburn Breakfast at Tiffany’s Mug
Bud Abbott Lou Costello Meet Frankenstein.
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My husband and I watched a couple of Abbott and Costello movies last night. There are few things any better than kicking back with Bud and Lou! One of the movies was Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein
Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein is one of my favorite Abbott and Costello movies – it always has been. However, I must say, is this one of the most inappropriately named movies of all time or what? Of all the “monsters,” Frankenstein is onscreen the least. And he certainly doesn’t have much to say when he is. I can only assume that Frankie was big at the time, so they went with Frankenstein over Dracula or the Wolf Man, both of whom are onscreen a lot more.
Title aside, I love everything about this movie. When you sit down to watch an Abbott and Costello movie, you do so with the intentions of leaving everything behind – work, chores, headaches, news, politics, crazy drivers, and so on. You have to just let yourself have fun and enjoy the laughs – you also have to remember that this particular movie was made in 1948, so the effects are going to be…. well, there’ve been more realistic effects on Scooby Doo.
But, I’ll be honest with you, they’re part of what makes this movie (and all classic movies, as far as I’m concerned) so special. I wouldn’t change a thing about this movie – not even the title, because in its own way it’s part of what makes Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein stand out.
Monster movies were HUGE for Universal Pictures in the 1930s. Then the ’40s rolled in with one of the greatest duos of all time, Bud Abbott and Lou Costello. Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein was the first of several movies that combined the “monster hits” (literally) and the much loved Abbott and Costello films. The success of this particular movie led to Abbott and Costello teaming up with the Invisible Man, Dr. Jeckyll and Mr. Hyde, and The Mummy.
Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein features a wonderful cast. Count Dracula is deliciously played by Béla Lugosi. The Wolfman is brought to furry life by Lon Chaney Jr., and Frankenstein is played by veteran monster Glenn Strange.
At the end of the movie, watch (and listen) for an appearance by the Invisible Man. You’ll recognize the voice as that of Vincent Price. This was actually before he went on to superstardom.
Plot:
Count Dracula’s beloved monster, Frankenstein, needs a new brain. The Count is adamant that the new brain has to belong to a simpleton – someone without a drop of malice. Guess what simpleton is hand-picked for the job: Lou Costello’s Wilbur, of course! Bud Abbot’s Chick, along with the Wolfman, have to save Wilbur and keep his brain where it belongs – in his own head.
Lou Costello is at his best in this movie. He’s absolutely hilarious and offers countless laugh out loud moments.
Trivia:
Quotes:
Chick: I don’t get it. Out of all the guys around here that classy dish has to pick out a guy like you.
Wilbur: What’s wrong with that?
Chick: Go look at yourself in the mirror sometime.
Wilbur: Why should I hurt my own feelings?
Larry Talbot (Wolfman): You don’t understand. Every night when the moon is full, I turn into a wolf.
Wilbur: You and twenty million other guys.
Chick Young: You’re making enough noise to wake up the dead!
Wilbur Grey: I don’t have to wake him up. He’s up.
Description:
Get ready to laugh out loud with the most popular comedy duo of all time in Abbott and Costello: The Complete Universal Pictures Collection! Now, for the first time ever, all 28 films produced during the height of their popularity at Universal Pictures are available in one collection. Featuring their most popular movies such as Buck Privates, Who Done It? and Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein, this collection is filled with some of the most hilarious routines of all-time including “Who’s on First?” Loaded with hours of bonus features and an exclusive collectible book, this is the ultimate tribute to two of the funniest, and most enduring, comedians of all time!
Titles Include:
One Night in the Tropics (1940)
Buck Privates (1941)
In the Navy (1941)
Hold That Ghost (1941)
Keep ‘Em Flying (1941)
Ride ‘Em Cowboy (1942)
Pardon My Sarong (1942)
Who Done It? (1942)
It Ain’t Hay (1943)
Hit the Ice (1943)
In Society (1944)
Here Come the Co-Eds (1945)
The Naughty Nineties (1945)
Little Giant (1946)
The Time of Their Lives (1946)
Buck Privates Come Home (1947)
The Wistful Widow of Wagon Gap (1947)
Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948)
Mexican Hayride (1948)
Abbott and Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff (1949)
Abbott and Costello in the Foreign Legion (1950)
Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man (1951)
Comin’ Round the Mountain (1951)
Lost in Alaska (1952)
Abbott and Costello Go to Mars (1953)
Abbott and Costello Meet Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1953)
Abbott and Costello Meet the Keystone Kops (1955)
Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy (1955)
Exclusive Bonus:
Abbott & Costello: The Universal Story - 44-page book detailing the legacy of Bud and Lou plus an overview of their films at Universal including rare photos, trivia and exclusive introductions from their families.
