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February 27, 2013 By iluvcinema 2 Comments

Happy Birthday (Times Two)!

Just wanted to dedicate a little space to extend birthday felicitations to two leading ladies of the silver screen, who ironically enough, shared the screen in the classic films, Father of the Bride and Father’s Little Dividend.

 

First, there was …

The Mother of the Bride (Joan Bennett)

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Ms. Bennett is unfortunately not well renowned for her work nowadays by large swaths of movie lovers, but in her time she sure did leave a mark – for my money at least – in some great classic film noirs. One that I particular liked was Woman in the Window, having previously written about the film on my blog.

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… and there is the Bride herself (Dame Elizabeth Taylor), who I have also covered on this site on the sad occasion of her passing a couple of years ago. She is also personal favorite of my Mom, who singled out her performance in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof as one of her all-time favorites (Mom has taste).

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What are some of your favorite films featuring one (or both) of these actresses?  Share your picks below

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October 22, 2012 By iluvcinema Leave a Comment

Happy Birthday Joan Fontaine!

One of my favorite actresses hit the big 9-5 today. In honor of her birthday, I decided to take a look back into my blog archives to find a collection of articles featuring her films over the past five years – enjoy!

 

SUSPICION

ISLAND IN THE SUN

LETTER FROM AN UNKNOWN WOMAN

FROM THIS DAY FORWARD

 

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May 4, 2012 By iluvcinema 14 Comments

Happy Birthday Audrey!

Today marks the 83rd birthday of one Audrey Hepburn.

During my early years of becoming a classic film obsessive, for me, Audrey Hepburn became (and remains) the embodiment of old-school Hollywood grace and glamour. I made it a point to watch just about everything that she was in.

Off-camera I admired her big heart and her deeds that matched her generosity.

So in a sort ‘tribute’ to her life and career, I would like to list my favorite 5 6 performances (in no particular order).

Breakfast At Tiffany’s – While I do have some problems with the film, her performance in it is absolutely fantastic. And her style … flawless. I especially love the blonde streaks in her hair.

 

Wait Until Dark  – I have previously waxed poetic about this film so I will not go into too many details. But let’s just say it is one intense and well – played film.

 

Roman Holiday  – Well this one is on the list, just because of the classic that it is. Goodness all around; the ingénue at her most ingénue.

 

Funny Face  – It’ Paris in the springtime and it is also a bunch of singing and dancing; what’s not to love. Another display of Hepburn’s trademark style.

 

The Nun’s Story  – A well-paced, subdued performance marks a film with a final scene that remains indelibly etched in my cinematic memory.

 

My Fair Lady  – I just love the music, even if she is not singing.

 

Honorable Mentions: The Children’s Hour, Sabrina

 

Learn more about her career and her life by visiting her Official Website. And be sure to catch TCM today for their birthday tribute marathon to her.

 

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