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Lionel Barrymore, John Barrymore, Joan Crawford, and Jean Hersholt Behind the Scenes of Grand Hotel (1932)

November 3, 2022 By Joi

Joan Crawford, Lionel Barrymore, and John Barrymore on the Set of Grand Hotel

Lionel Barrymore, John Barrymore, Joan Crawford, and Jean Hersholt Behind the Scenes 

Edmund Goulding was given a cast most directors only dream of with the iconic 1932 drama Grand Hotel… Greta Garbo, Lewis Stone, Joan Crawford, Wallace Beery,  Lionel Barrymore and John Barrymore.

While Greta Garbo is considered by many to be the star of the film, as far as I’m concerned the stars of the movie are Joan Crawford,  Lionel Barrymore, John Barrymore and Lewis Stone. They simply stand out and, IMO, make the movie what it is.

Grand Hotel (1932) is both a must see and must have for any serious movie lovers and collectors.

You can find Grand Hotel on dvd (Amazon link) or watch the movie on Prime Video.

Filed Under: Behind the Scenes Pictures, Jean Hersholt, Joan Crawford, John Barrymore, Lionel Barrymore, Picture of the Day Tagged With: Behind the Scenes pictures, Jean Hersholt, Joan Crawford, John Barrymore, Lionel Barrymore

Joan Crawford, John Barrymore, Lionel Barrymore, and Lewis Stone (Grand Hotel, 1932)

May 12, 2022 By Joi

Joan Crawford, John Barrymore, Lionel Barrymore, and Lewis Stone in Grand Hotel

Joan Crawford, John Barrymore, Lionel Barrymore, and Lewis Stone 

Grand Hotel (1932, directed by Edmund Goulding) is known for being an extraordinary film and known for having an unbelievably strong cast. Greta Garbo, Lewis Stone, Joan Crawford, Wallace Beery, and not one but TWO Barrymores… Lionel and John.

My favorite scenes in the film are those with either Joan Crawford or Lionel Barrymore or… even better… both of them. I also love the performances of John Barrymore and Lewis Stone.

It’s a very good movie and a must see and must have for any serious movie collector.

You can find Grand Hotel on dvd (Amazon link) or watch the movie on Prime Video.

Filed Under: Joan Crawford, John Barrymore, Lewis Stone, Lionel Barrymore, Picture of the Day Tagged With: Grand Hotel, Joan Crawford, John Barrymore, Lewis Stone, Lionel Barrymore

Joan Crawford: BOTD in San Antonio, Texas in 1906

March 23, 2022 By Joi

Joan CrawfordJoan Crawford

One of the absolute best actresses to ever hit movies was born  on this day in 1906. It’s only fitting that this larger than life actress was born in a larger than life state, Texas… San Antonio, to be exact.

When it comes to the lasting legacies of our favorite actresses, actors, directors, and other celebrities, much of what becomes their legacy is within their control. How they behave, the things they say, the way they treat others, the movies they made, their performances, and the activities they engaged in – all of these things are individual pieces of a puzzle that future generations piece together to come up with what they view as the individual’s image… their, in turn, legacy.

Some made grave errors in judgement, and others had incredible weaknesses they either never sought help for or were incapable of overcoming. Some either chose bad movies or the studio forced them into roles in films they never liked in the first place!

Some had (quite frankly) moronic views of the world, possibly stemming from a childhood when such views were perpetrated upon them.

Some stars did things that make us cringe and cause us to feel outrage toward them, when… oddly enough… they felt they were doing the absolute best thing possible. There were stars who were surrounded by other stars who also cheated, lied, drank to excess, and/or did drugs. While it boggles our minds, these things… when viewed all around you… can start to seem somewhat normal.

Am I making excuses for dirty deeds, inflicted pain, or stupid quotes… absolutely NOT. However, I am not, by nature, a judgmental person. I simply don’t judge others, period. I did not walk in their shoes, I was not under the same pressures they had, and I (thank God) do not suffer from the emotional or mental illness many of these stars battled.

Makes me crazy grateful, not crazy judgmental.

If we’re honest, almost all of us have at least one (probably quite a few more!) star who was guilty of something less (or even far less) than desirable.

Some parts of a star’s legacy are, of course, out of their control. Possibly invited into their legacy, to a certain degree, but mostly because of someone else. Sickeningly, many stars had people who took advantage of them, after they were no longer here to defend themselves. I can’t wrap my mind around that type of vindictiveness, bitterness, or hate and… again… it makes me crazy grateful rather than crazy judgmental. Ironically, behaving this way puts them on par with the individual they seemingly thought so poorly of.

Another destroyer of legacies is a frustrating one – when they become a caricature or somewhat of a joke in some regards. Imitators of a particular star cause so much of this – even if they, in some world, think they’re honoring the star.

Several of these have happened to so many of our favorite stars, including Joan Crawford, Bette Davis, and Elvis and it’s honestly a great shame. I wish there were a way to wipe out the negative books, movies, jokes, and bad impersonations of these stars – allowing them to be remembered and respected on their own terms, not someone else’s.

If you haven’t seen many of Joan Crawford’s movies, I hope you’ll seek them out and appreciate her wonderful talent. She was stunningly talented and quite beautiful. She was multi-dimensional and none of us know exactly what she did or did not do… we only know what we’ve read or seen in a remarkably bad book and incredibly hideous movie. All of the people involved in these earned money for their efforts…. but I have to wonder how much more money they could have earned if they’d been more kind.

In the end, what some may have wanted (to destroy her legacy), fell flat. She is still a highly revered and loved star of old Hollywood and earns new fans almost daily. While I have zero idea what she did or did not do (come on, I wasn’t there!), I do know she was human and, therefore, as capable of mistakes as anyone.

Again, by nature, I am simply not judgmental… also, I prefer to concentrate on the positives in life AND in others. Joan Crawford was a beautiful, incredibly talented actress who meant SO MUCH to old Hollywood. She was known to adore and respect her fans and tried to personally respond to each fan letter.

The rest? I choose not to focus my attention or energy on it… not in the least.

Joan Crawford, The Bride Wore Red

Joan Crawford

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Bette Davis and Joan Crawford on the Set of Whatever Happened to Baby Jane

September 25, 2021 By Joi

Bette Davis and Joan Crawford on the set of Whatever Happened to Baby Jane

Bette Davis and Joan Crawford 

One of the most controversial movies among fans of old Hollywood is Whatever Happened to Baby Jane. Some like it, some dislike it, some love it, some loathe it! I, personally, fall somewhere between disliking and loathing it! The fact that Joan Crawford and Victor Buono are outstanding in it keeps me from loathing it entirely. Joan Crawford always, always, always gave a flawless performance, no matter what film she was in and this one is no exception. Not once did she go “too far” or fail to go “far enough.” She was flawless in every scene.

I (personally) believe the same could be and should be said of Bette Davis – until the very last of the movie. I am not sure what was up with the last scenes but (for me, anyway) they sort of got the entire movie derailed.

Again… that is only my opinion, and it’s a rare one from what I’ve seen and heard. Most old movie fans love every minute of this one.

You can find Whatever Happened to Baby Jane on dvd or watch the movie on Prime Video. I’d love to hear your opinions on the movie!

Bette Davis and Joan Crawford on the set of Whatever Happened to Baby Jane

Bette Davis and Joan Crawford 

Filed Under: Behind the Scenes Pictures, Bette Davis, Joan Crawford, Picture of the Day Tagged With: Bette Davis, Joan Crawford, Whatever Happened to Baby Jane

Susan and God: I LOVE This Fredric March Quote About Joan Crawford!

September 2, 2021 By Joi

Rita Hayworth, Joan Crawford, and John Carroll in Susan and God

Joan Crawford, Rita Hayworth, John Carroll

Not only do I absolutely ADORE Joan Crawford movies (the movies are almost always extraordinary and she always is), I’m also infatuated with the star quality this lady had. She didn’t just accept being a star, she embraced it. She, for me, defines being a star, so I really love when I read things (like the quote below) that reaffirm my suspicions:

“She was a nice person, but a real movie star. She even brought her own music to the set [of Susan and God (1940)]–a whole entourage, a violinist and a pianist to play her favorite songs, to get her into the proper mood for the scenes.” ~ Fredric March

Some people read things like this and decide they like an actor or actress a “little less” because of it. Not me! I read that Joan Crawford brought in live musicians to set her mood and I fall even further under her spell.

Fredric March co-starred with Joan Crawford in the 1940 comedy-drama Susan and God. The movie also starred Rita Hayworth, Ruth Hussey, Nigel Bruce, John Carroll, Bruce Cabot, Rita Quigley, and Rose Hobart. After reading Fredric March’s quote, I’m eager to watch the movie all over again!

You can find Susan and God on dvd (Amazon link).

Susan and God Lobby Card

Filed Under: Fredric March, Joan Crawford, John Carroll, Picture of the Day, Quotes from Old Hollywood's Stars, Rita Hayworth Tagged With: Fredric March, Joan Crawford, John Carroll, Rita Hayworth

Happy Birthday to Joan Crawford: BOTD in 1904

March 23, 2021 By Joi

Joan Crawford, Behind the Scenes of Hush, Hush Sweet Charlotte

Joan Crawford

One of the most polarizing stars from old Hollywood was also one of the stars that supplied it (bountifully!) with its glitz and glamor… the talented and beautiful Joan Crawford. I spent a great deal of time (entirely too much, if we’re being honest) trying to decide what movie or what pictures to use for today’s pictures of the day in her honor.

While photos from a movie she walked out on (Hush, Hush Sweet Charlotte) and from a tough time in her life may seem bizarre on my part, there’s a method to my madness.

She began work on the film which co-starred Bette Davis (a huge nemesis of Crawford’s!), but was ultimately replaced by Olivia de Havilland when Joan bowed out very early in filming.

It’s apparent that this was a very difficult time for the star – undoubtedly made worse by working with a star she disliked so strongly.

When Joan was replaced, Bette Davis and Olivia de Havilland carried out a “Ding Dong the Witch is Dead” routine by toasting one another with Coca-Cola (a nudge to Joan Crawford’s husband having been an executive of Pepsi-Cola and that she was now on the board of directors). Joining in on the toast were co-star Joseph Cotten and director Robert Aldrich.

So, it is quite apparent that there was no love to be found for Joan Crawford on the set of this film. Now, I’m not saying she was exactly an angel, herself! All I’m saying is that Joan had to have been completely miserable around this time… not just miserable… but completely miserable. Not only was she fighting father time, she undoubtedly must have often felt like she was fighting everyone at every turn.

So why choose these two pictures from such an unhappy time?  Look at them. What do you see?

I see the posture of a queen and the unshakable confidence of a grand Hollywood legend. I see Joan Crawford holding her head up high… letting everyone fighting her know that they weren’t going to beat her down.

That’s why I chose these two pictures. Because they represent what I love the most about Joan Crawford.

Happiest of birthdays to one of the stars who made old Hollywood one of my favorite places on earth.

Joan Crawford, Behind the Scenes of Hush, Hush Sweet Charlotte


Filed Under: Behind the Scenes Pictures, BOTD, Joan Crawford, Picture of the Day Tagged With: BOTD, Joan Crawford

Today We Live: Joan Crawford, Gary Cooper, Robert Young, and Franchot Tone

November 22, 2020 By Joi

Joan Crawford, Today we Live

Joan Crawford

The gorgeous photo above is one of my favorite Joan Crawford photos. It’s a publicity picture from the wonderful 1933 film, Today We Live (directed by Howard Hawks).

The movie also starred three wonderful actors, Gary Cooper, Robert Young, and Franchot Tone.

Joan Crawford and Franchot Tone met while working on this picture and married two years later (her second marriage, his first). Unfortunately, the marriage didn’t survive – ending in divorce in 1939.
You can find Today We Live (link to the dvd) on Amazon.
Today We Live Lobby Card

Filed Under: Gary Cooper, Joan Crawford, Picture of the Day Tagged With: Franchot Tone, Gary Cooper, Joan Crawford, Robert Young

A Woman’s Face Lobby Cards: Melvyn Douglas, Osa Massen, Conrad Veidt, and Joan Crawford

April 4, 2020 By Joi

A Woman's Face Lobby Card: Melvyn Douglas, Osa Massen, and Joan Crawford

Melvyn Douglas, Osa Massen, and Joan Crawford

I have a huge obsession with Joan Crawford films (certainly not limited to, but especially the ones from the 30s and 40s). Not only was she a remarkable actress, so many of her films just happened to be a particular kind of wonderful. She also happened to co-star with some of my favorite actors (Melvyn Douglas, Robert Montgomery, Clark Gable, Franchot Tone…).

A Woman’s Face is one of my favorites. The entire cast is outstanding and the directing (by one of the greatest directors of all time, George Cukor) is breathtaking.

If you’ve never seen the film, I hope you’ll find it as soon as you possibly can. It is extraordinary.

You can find A Woman’s Face on Amazon (DVD) or click the link below the lobby card to rent (for only $1.99) or buy on Amazon Prime.

A Woman's Face Lobby Card - Conrad Veidt, Joan Crawford, and Melvyn Douglas

Conrad Veidt, Joan Crawford, and Melvyn Douglas


Filed Under: Joan Crawford, Melvyn Douglas, Osa Massen, Picture of the Day Tagged With: A Woman's Face, Film-Noir, Joan Crawford, Melvyn Douglas, Osa Massen

A Woman’s Face Lobby Cards: Joan Crawford, Melvyn Douglas,

March 10, 2020 By Joi

A Woman's Face Lobby Card

A Woman’s Face Lobby Card with Melvyn Douglas, Osa Massen, and Joan Crawford

One of my ABSOLUTE favorite actresses… Joan Crawford

One of my ABSOLUTE favorite actors… Melvyn Douglas

One of my ABSOLUTE favorite movies… A Woman’s Face.

When these two powerhouse stars get together, magic happens and that’s exactly what this movie is. Sheer magic.

If you’ve never seen A Woman’s Face (Amazon DVD link), I hope you’ll see it as soon as possible. The entire cast is outstanding and the film-noir, itself, is an edge of your seat type of drama.

If you have Amazon Prime, you can watch A Woman’s Face on Prime.

Filed Under: Joan Crawford, Melvyn Douglas, Osa Massen, Picture of the Day Tagged With: A Woman's Face, Film-Noir, Joan Crawford, Melvyn Douglas, Osa Massen

Joan Crawford, Grand Hotel

February 2, 2020 By Joi

Joan Crawford, Grand Hotel

Joan Crawford, Grand Hotel

Obviously, I love old movies like its my birthright. Love watching about them, love reading about the stars, love talking about them…. love absolutely every aspect of films from the silents through the 70s.  I love all genres of films too – westerns, romances, film-noirs, comedies, musicals, dramas, and mysteries. Love everything about them. Fast forward through opening credits? I wouldn’t even dream of it! That sets the mood.

Leave as soon as the movie ends? Not a chance. That closes the magic.

One of my favorite things about films are the stars, themselves, of course and you’re looking at the beautiful face of one of the best – certainly one of my favorites, Joan Crawford.

If you aren’t familiar with this incredible actress’ work, I hope you’ll seek out as many of her films as possible and watch them right away.

I’d recommend starting with any of the following. The main thing is in my opinion it is best to start with her work from the 1930s (or early 1940s) and then progress from there. Please don’t start with What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?! Many start there and, because of the nature of the movie, never get any further.

  • A Woman’s Face
  • The Last of Mrs. Cheyney
  • Dance, Fools, Dance
  • Dancing Girl
  • The  Women
  • The Gorgeous Hussy
  • Grand Hotel

She is one of the greatest actresses of all time and, certainly, one of history’s greatest “stars.” If you avoid her work because of things you’ve heard or read about her (or aspects of her life that very well may have been true), you are missing out. I prefer to enjoy actors and actresses for what they did onscreen. After all, given that they were all human, none were perfect.

And before anyone says that’s condoning things they did or said, it is NOT condoning things they did or said. It’s just being an adult about it and it’s about being rational. Humans are not perfect – never have been never will be.

But, by gosh, Maureen O’Hara, Sidney Poitier, and James Stewart came darn close.

You can find Grand Hotel on dvd (Amazon link) or watch the movie on Prime Video.


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