The Black Experience in Hollywood
Celebrating Black History Month with resources on the Web for film buffs of all races.Censorship in the Movies
It seems like a good time to take another look at the infamous Hays Code, which successfully consored all American films from 1934 until 1966. Some say it was good idea. Judge for yourself.Centennial Celebrations
Many of your favorite stars and directors had their birth centennials in 1999 or 2000. Here's a list of the most famous.Classic TV Stars in the Movies
It's normal today, but there was a time when it wasn't easy to be both a TV star and a movie star.Film Burning: A Tragic Blunder
How many German and Italian film treasures were destroyed during WW II? You might be surprised to hear. A disturbing story offered by one of the regular members of the Classic Movies Forum.The Future of Cinema
It's the turn of the century, Jan. 1, 1900, and that newfangled cinema thing looks like it might catch on!The Greatest Year in Movie History
Was it 1939? Or 1962? Or another year? Here's the evidence; you decide! Includes a mini-poll.The Hollywood Blacklist
Elia Kazan's award stirred up discussion about the 50s blacklist. What was it and who did it impact?Hollywood Looks at the Millennium
They predicted flying cars, but not the Internet. Movies about the "future" that's arriving soon.The Irish Mafia
The "Irish Mafia" Boys Club consisted of a group of actors who numbered among them some of the greatest stars of the 30s, 40s, and 50s, including James Cagney and Spencer Tracy. Our salute to St. Patrick's Day.Monsters And Demons: A Short History Of The Horror Film
Guest writer Astrid Bullen briefly covers the history of the horror film, from the early days of cinema through the 1990s.Palace of Memories
Remember the great old movie theaters, before the multiplexes? The folks who post on our Classic Movies Forum do. Here are their stories.Scandals of Hollywood
Winona Ryder isn't the first actress or other Hollywood luminary to be caught in a scandal. We're not talking about Hugh Grant or Pee-Wee Herman. No, we need to go back further, to the early days of Hollywood.Thanksgiving in the Movies: Myth vs. Reality
While we enjoy our turkey and stuffing, we might want to think about how much our movie-inspired image of that day in 1620 differs from the reality.
Creating Your Classic Movie Page
Have you wondered why there's no Web site for your favorite star? Why not create one! Here's how.Lost Films
You remember seeing it at the theater or on TV, but you can no longer find it on video. It may not be lost, but you can't find it.Searching the Web
How to find classic movies information on the Web. This is for everybody who has written to us recently trying to find that particular movie, director, star, or piece of trivia. Read it and you'll know everything we do!
Dave Barry's Guide to Classic Movies
How did we get Dave Barry to write an article for us? Perhaps we didn't. But you have to find out, don't you?Classic Movie Humor
Intentionally humorous movies or humor about unintentionally funny film moments. We've got 'em both.How To Tell If You're Not a True Classic Film Fan
Are you a true classic film fan? You might be surprised. A humorous article to welcome spring and take our minds off the world's upheavals. With special thanks to the folks on the Classic Movies Forum who contributed most of these zingers.Marquee Madness
If humor is the juxtaposition of the incongruous, these movie pairings are about as incongruous as you can get. Courtesy of the fertile minds in the Classic Movies Forum.Movie Remakes We Hope Never To See
I succumb to the current Top Ten craze by creating a list of ten hypothetical remakes of classic films that we all pray will never be made!More Movie Remakes We Hope Never To See
After several weeks of serious subjects, I thought it was time for some light humor. So I've put together another list of humorous Movie Remakes to go with the original.Still More Movie Remakes We Hope Never to See
It had been a while since the last list, so I thought it was time for more.Things I Learned From the Movies
It's probably true that most of us who grew up with the movies learned much of what we know from them. The subject came up on the Classic Movies Forum recently, and here's what resulted.You Know You're A Classic Film Junkie When...
You might be a classic film junkie if you recognize some of these situations. Some light-hearted humor appropriate for the beginning of the summer season.
Last of the Singing Cowboys
An interview with cowboy film star Rex Allen Sr., from our Classic Movies special correspondent, A.J. Flick.Our Hero, Tony Curtis
Classic Movies correspondent A.J. Flick returns after a long hiatus with another fun interview with a great guy.Death of a "Good Guy"
Still another interview by our Special Correspondent, A.J. Flick. Kind words from friends of the late Robert Mitchum, who may have played a bad guy in a few movies, but was a good guy in real life.An Interview With a Star of "The Evil Dead"
I talked with Ellen Sandweiss, who played Cheryl in Sam Raimi's groundbreaking The Evil Dead (1982), about her experiences making the film.An Interview With Pamela Marvin
A.J. Flick interviews Pamela Marvin, wife of the late actor Lee Marvin, about the publication of her book, Lee: A Romance. Plus a Lee Marvin filmography.So Long, Jimmy
Another wonderful interview by our Special Correspondent, A.J. Flick -- this time with some good friends of Jimmy Stewart's, who talk about his life and work.Romancing Rudy
An interview with Rudy Vallee's wife. The late Hollywood crooner was one of Hollywood's first real "superstars." His wife talks to our special correspondent.
200 Favorite Films Revisited
When I first began running a classic film site, I published a list of my 200 favorite classic films. Here it is again, expanded and updated, with a challenge to you to send me your own lists.The AFI 100 Films
A personal analysis of the American Film Institute's 100 Greatest Films, with links to other resources.Back to School Movies
An updated list of very watchable films that will be of interest to students and scholars, including filmed versions of great novels, and movies about history and famous people. With links to purchase them at the best possible prices.Before "Star Wars": Early Sci-Fi Films
A list of some of the great early sci-fi flicks, plus related sites and commentary.Classic American Political Movies
Favorite flicks about politics.Classic Baseball Movies
From Joe E. Brown's clowning around to the lyrical "Field of Dreams," Hollywood has long had a love affair with baseball.Classic Comedies
An updated listing of my favorite comedy films (sound only) of the last 70 years, with 20 new entries.Classic Doomsday Movies
Is the world about to come to an end? They thought so in the 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s, too!Classic Football Movies
It may not be America's favorite sport yet, but football is more popular than ever, and has been a factor in more than one Hollywood film, dating back to the silent era. Here are some of the best.Classic Movies A to Z Listing
Hundreds of films from the 1920s to the 1990s, listed alphabetically, with links to a variety of places where they can be purchased on VHS, DVD, or even Laserdisc (if available).Dads on Film
Celebrating Father's Day with a collection of films about your Dad, my Dad, and a few people who should never have been allowed to spawn. Plus a Top Five list.Easter & Passover Movies
A rundown on some of the movies you'll be coming across on TV during this Spring Holiday season. Updated with links so you can buy them if you want.Your Favorite Movie Lists
I re-ran my 200 Favorite Movies feature and challenged you to come up with your own lists. Here are a bunch of them.Foreign-Language Films
Not all classic films were made in Hollywood. Here's an essential list and a collection of net links.Holiday Movies
My annual list of favorite Christmas films includes a poll and links to help you buy them.The Internet Movie Dbase Top 250 Movies List
Would you be surprised to hear that half the Top 250 Movies list from IMDb is composed of movies made in the last seven years? Here's what it would look like if only classic movies fans had voted.Irish Movies
Not movies made in Ireland, but movies with Irish themes or settings, in honor of St. Patrick's Day, from "The Informer" to "The Secret of Roan Inish."Living Legends of Classic Film
Saluting hundreds of actors and actresses over 65 who are still living and in many cases still working, including many who are all but forgotten.Moms in the Movies
Our annual Mother's Day article -- a time to look at how classic Hollywood treated the subject of motherhood. It's a mixed bag, it seems. For every "Stella Dallas," there's a "Mommie Dearest."Movies to Watch During the Olympics
Whether or not you happen to be a fan of the Winter Olympics, you might still experience "Figure Skating Fatique" or "Luge Overload." In which case you can always slip a tape into the VCR. Here are some humble suggestions in keeping with the theme.Romantic Films
Updated and expanded for Valentine's Day, here's a list of can't-miss romantic movies that should appeal to people of all sexual persuasions.Scary Movies!
Our annual Halloween list of the best and scariest classic movies, updated with sources of VHS and DVD copies.Summer Movies
A list of classic films with the word "summer" in the title, or with summer themes, to help you find something appropriate for the season. Not just beach blanket bingo, either.WW II Movies
No event in world history has inspired more movies than World War II. Here are the ones you can't afford to miss, expanded to a four-part feature.
AFI 100 Years... 100 Stars Poll
Did our voters and the AFI's experts agree on the top 50 actors and actresses of all time? The AFI's first effort in this series of centennial observances, in 1999.AFI's 100 Years... 100 Laughs Poll
The American Film Institute's 2000 program made us laugh, in more ways than one.AFI's 100 Years... 100 Thrills Poll
The American Film Institute's 2001 challenge was to pick the 100 most "pulse-pounding" films of all time. Here's our pulse-pounding poll results.AFI's 100 Years... 100 Passions Poll
The American Film Institute's 2002 program involved romantic movies. Nominees and results.AFI's 100 Years... 100 Heroes & Villains Poll
The American Film Institute's 2003 program focused on good guys and bad guys. With a complete list of the 400 nominees and final results.Favorite Movie Directors Poll Results
The results of our latest poll, this time for your favorite classic movie director. We think you'll agree that these results are for The Birds!Favorite Movie Stars Poll Results
After two weeks of voting, the results are in, and the Classic Movies favorite actor and actress of all time are... well, you'll have to read the article to find out.
Classic Film Quiz #1
The first of many quizzes, this time an easy one about the Academy Awards. Think "sweep."Classic Film Quiz #2
Weird anagrams of Oscar-winning movies (like "Gay Wyoming") which we challenge you to decipher. Some of them are stumpers, and you might even be in for a couple good laughs.Classic Film Quiz #3: The Anagram Party
Last night I had the strangest dream. Now you have to try and figure it out. No prizes, but lots of laughs. Who is Chinchilla Pear?Classic Film Quiz #4
The Quiz returns after a long absence, and this time it's a doozy, featuring questions by Tralfaz and a new format.Classic Film Quiz #5: Who Wants to Be a Classic Movie Maven?
Based on the ABC TV show, but featuring only classic movie questions. Can you make it to the million dollar question?Classic Film Quiz #6: Pixilated Posters
A dozen posters from classic films of the 30s-70s have been horribly distorted, and it's up to you to figure out what movies they're from. No prizes, but lots of challenge.Classic Movies Personality Test #1: Which Male Classic Movie Character Are You?
Most classic film fans identify with one or another actor and the characters they play. This 10-question quiz is designed to help determine which of the four male screen characters you most closely resemble.Word Search Puzzle #1
The fifth in our series of quizzes, and the first word search puzzle, with more to come.
Classic Animation
Some of our favorite Hollywood heroes are animated characters! Links to sites devoted to Disney movies, Warner Bros. cartoons, and more.Classic Movie Fan Clubs
A listing of Classic Movie fan clubs, both on the Web and off.Gone With the Wind Tributes
The movie re-released in 1999, but these dozens of fan tributes have always been there!Meet The Webmasters
Here are the people who create the best classic movie sites on the Web. Kind of a family album.Meet the Webmasters - Part II
More about your favorite classic movie Webmasters, up close and personal.Meet the Webmasters - Part III
A third installment of our popular Webmasters series.Meet the Webmasters - Part IV
Nine more classic movie Website creators, bringing the total to 41.Salute to the Oscars
All the Oscar info you need -- present, past, and future. Plus a poll and a printable ballot. Updated yearly.Silent Film
A collection of links to silent film sites on the Web.
Death Comes In Threes Again
First Brian Keith, then Robert Mitchum, finally Jimmy Stewart. It's the rule of threes once again, this time for fans of classic movies. (From 1997.)A Tribute to Woody Allen
As the great American comic auteur reached his 65th birthday in 2000, we offered a heartfelt salute and a discount coupon for Piggly Wiggly.A Tribute to Julie Andrews
Wishing a happy 68th birthday to the actress who starred in the best-loved musical of all time, and who continues to entertain us today. With a special guest biography. Cheers, Dame Julie!A Centennial Tribute to Louis Armstrong
Louis Armstrong was the greatest jazz musician who ever lived. He appeared in over 40 films, mostly as himself. Though his appearances were limited, they were memorable, and when he showed up, people knew they were going to hear jazz.A Tribute to Jean Arthur
The squeaky-voiced, reclusive star of "Mr. Smith" and "Mr. Deeds" would have been 100 years old in 2000, when this tribute was created.A Tribute to Fred Astaire
An update to the article originally written to celebrate the Centennial of one of the greatest hoofers in classic film history. With a new poll.A Tribute to Lauren Bacall
She became an instant legend at the age of 20, and is still inspiring and entertaining us in the 21st Century.A Tribute to Lucille Ball
A salute to Lucy, who became the queen of television following a very active movie career, originally written to observe what would have been her 90th birthday. Who doesn't love Lucy?A Tribute to Anne Bancroft
Anne Bancroft, star of "The Miracle Worker" and "The Graduate," continues to work regularly in films, but she's still a "classic" to us!A Tribute to Bardot & Loren
Brigitte Bardot and Sophia Loren both turned 65 in September, 1999, inspiring "mini-tributes" to these European stars.A Tribute to Ingrid Bergman
The beautiful star of "Casablanca" went from beloved to beleaguered and back again. Updated and expanded.A Tribute to Milton Berle
He was "Mr. Television," but he was also a movie actor for over 80 years. Uncle Miltie died at the age of 93 in 2002, leaving us with lots of great memories.A Tribute to Humphrey Bogart
Humphrey Bogart would have been 100 years old in either January or December of 1999, when this tribute was first created. Does it matter? He's the best either way.A Tribute to Marlon Brando
He had eight Oscar nominations and at least an equal number of roles that were universally panned. He influenced a generation of actors. We saluted the man who many believe is America's greatest actor on the occasion of his 77th birthday in 2001.A Tribute to Lloyd Bridges
Celebrating the career of an actor best known for his undersea adventures on TV, but who also appeared in over 180 other theatrical films, TV movies, and TV series.A Tribute to James Cagney
Jimmy would have been 100 years old in 1999, when this tribute was originally written (it's been updated since), and probably still tough as nails. And still dancing, too!A Tribute to Eddie Cantor
Though almost forgotten today, Cantor was one of the most popular stage, screen, radio and TV entertainers of his era, known for his acting, singing, dancing, and humanitarianism.A Tribute To Frank Capra
Links to sites and pages devoted to the director and his films, including "It's A Wonderful Life."A Tribute To Charlie Chaplin
He was the first movie star millionaire, the biggest star of the silent film era, and an astute businessman who made sure that he would not be forgotten. He hasn't been.A Tribute to James Coburn
The tall, lanky actor could be very tough or very funny, and his voice was a thing of beauty.A Tribute to Claudette Colbert
A birthday tribute to the popular star of "It Happened One Night," who didn't want to do it and hated the experience, but won an Oscar for the role!A Centennial Tribute To Gary Cooper
The former silent movie extra and Western star was once the highest-paid person in America. So popular was he that when the studio wanted a new name for a fellow named Archie Leach, they just reversed Gary Cooper's initials and came up with "Cary Grant." A 100th birthday salute created in 2001.A Tribute to Jackie Cooper
A salute to the former Little Rascal who became the only person under the age of 18 ever to be nominated for a Best Actor Oscar.A Tribute To Joan Crawford
Though modern audiences may know her mostly from her later, more unsympathetic roles, Joan Crawford was at one time the leading actress in Hollywood, and was voted #10 on the AFI list.A Tribute to Bette Davis
Often brilliant, sometimes annoying, but always fighting the good fight, Bette Davis was one of the greatest stars in Hollywood, as demonstrated by ten Oscar nominations for Best Actress.A Tribute to Doris Day
Doris Mary Ann von Kappelhoff had some tough breaks, but on screen she was almost always sunny and bright, and gave us many memorable moments and songs.A Tribute to Olivia de Havilland
Celebrating the career of a living legend, a well-liked leading lady who is best known for a supporting role and who successfully fought the studio system in 1943.A Tribute to James Dean
Had James Dean not died in September, 1955, he would have been in his 70s today. A tribute to the legendary actor whose star burned so brightly and so briefly.A Tribute to Marlene Dietrich
Once the highest paid actress of her time, German-born Marlene Dietrich is today viewed by many movie fans as an icon. She finished 9th on the AFI's list of greatest actresses.A Centennial Tribute to Walt Disney
Celebrating what would have been the 100th birthday of the man who turned animation into a genuine movie art form and entertained several generations of children and adults.A Tribute to Kirk Douglas
A definitive list of net links for the ultimate "tough guy," both on and off screen, a true living legend.A Centennial Tribute to Melvyn Douglas
On the occasion of what would have been his 100th birthday, we saluted the Oscar, Tony, and Emmy-winning actor who co-starred with Garbo, but went on to achieve his greatest fame as a supporting player.A Tribute to Henry Fonda
Henry Fonda was one of the most believable actors in Hollywood. There was a time when he probably could have been elected President; after all, he played the role better than the guys who had the job!A Tribute to Glenn Ford
An updated tribute to the durable star of "Gilda," a living legend who is long overdue for recognition from the Academy.A Centennial Tribute to Clark Gable
For a high school dropout with big ears who flunked his first MGM screen test, Clark Gable did pretty well for himself, becoming "The King of Hollywood" and starring in one of the most popular films ever made.A Tribute to Greta Garbo
Probably no other star in the history of Hollywood has been wrapped in so much mystery as Greta Garbo. Her fans worship her. Many newer moviegoers don't know her at all.A Tribute to Ava Gardner
A tribute to the beautiful star of "Mogambo" and "Night of the Iguana," who is equally well-remembered for her three famous husbands.A Tribute to John Garfield
If there was ever an actor who has not received his fair share of attention from latter-day movie audiences, it's John Garfield. It seems to us that it's time for him to be rediscovered.A Tribute to Judy Garland
A salute to the actress and singer who starred in one of the world's most beloved films, but experienced heartbreak in her own too-short life.A Tribute to Cary Grant
He created himself and then became his creation, and it made him one of the most popular stars in Hollywood history.A Tribute to Alec Guinness
Many knew him as Obi-Wan Kenobi, but when it came to pure acting, the force was always with him. One of the most versatile actors of both stage and screen.A Tribute to Jean Harlow
The original Blonde Bombshell would have been in her 90s today. Instead, she died tragically at the age of 26, after only a decade of movie appearances, leaving her fans wanting more.A Tribute to Richard Harris
Younger audiences know him as Professor Dumbledore, but Richard Harris had a long career in films, on stage, and in music before he passed away in October, 2002 at the age of 72.A Centennial Tribute to Helen Hayes
The First Lady of the American Stage also made a couple dozen movies. She would have been 100 years old in October, 2000, when this tribute was created.A Tribute to Rita Hayworth
A tribute to the star of "Gilda," little Margarita Carmen Cansino, who wasn't really Rita Hayworth, but who played her in the movies.A Tribute to Audrey Hepburn
Perhaps the most universally beloved of all classic Hollywood actresses, Audrey was also the epitome of class right to the very end. Updated for what would have been her 74th birthday.A Tribute to Katharine Hepburn
There was only one Kate Hepburn. She was one of the few constants left for classic movie fans. Four Academy Awards and 12 nominations put her in a class by herself. And now she has died at the age of 96.A Tribute to Charlton Heston
The man who played Moses and Ben-Hur now faces a real personal challenge that has nothing to do with the Second Amendment.A Tribute to Alfred Hitchcock
Originally written in 1997, updated in honor of The Master's 100th birthday in 1999, and recently expanded once again in 2003, this seven-part article features hundreds of links to everything from tribute sites to movie reviews to posters.A Tribute to William Holden
The Golden Boy achieved stardom almost overnight, and was voted #25 on the American Film Institute's greatest actors list.A Tribute to Bob Hope
America's most beloved comedian, who also had a long film career, passed away soon after celebrating his 100th birthday.A Tribute to John Huston
One Hollywood's greatest directors and most colorful characters. We salute the director of "The Maltese Falcon" and dozens of other classics.A Tribute to Van Johnson
A tribute to one of Hollywood's living legends. Known for his boyish charm, he appeared in over 100 films and many plays and TV shows during a career that has spanned a half century.A Tribute to Buster Keaton
A tribute to "The Great Stone Face," a pioneer in silent film and physical comedy, and an inspiration to both directors and comedians who followed him.A Tribute to Gene Kelly
Many feel he was the greatest male dancer the movies ever saw. His impact on the musical genre was unlike any other artist's.A Tribute to Grace Kelly
The beautiful actress appeared in only 11 films before marrying her prince and giving it all up for love. But what a nice career it was.A Tribute to Deborah Kerr
Celebrating the birthday of living legend Deborah Kerr, who left Hollywood in 1968, but not before starring in "The King and I" and "From Here to Eternity."A Tribute to Stanley Kubrick
Saluting the brilliant and unconventional director of "2001" and "Dr. Strangelove."A Tribute to Burt Lancaster
With almost 100 films to his credit, he rarely gave a bad performance, and his great performances were the kind you can watch over and over.A Tribute to Bruce Lee
On the 30th anniversary of his untimely death, we salute the movie cult figure and martial arts master who became the first Asian movie superstar.A Tribute to Vivien Leigh
Her life was a series of highs and lows, but we mostly remember the highs in the career of the beautiful "GWTW" star.Tribute to Jack Lemmon
Few actors were more beloved than Jack Lemmon, who could do comedy with pathos or drama with laughs equally well. He died in 2001 at the age of 76, and will be greatly missed.A Tribute to Myrna Loy
Myrna Loy was a class act, from her silent film days as a vamp to her reign as Queen of Hollywood and The Perfect Wife in the 1930s and 1940s. A new tribute to celebrate what would have been her 98th birthday.A Tribute to Ida Lupino
A birthday salute to the lady known as The Queen of the B's, an English actress who moved to Hollywood in her teens and later became the most prolific female director of her time.A Tribute to Jeanette MacDonald
Her eight films with Nelson Eddy made the pair the biggest musical team of their era. It may have been cornball to some critics, but it was successful, popular, and well-sung cornball!A Tribute to the Marx Brothers
Zeppo's 100th birthday was the occasion we chose to recognize the guys who made it possible for Monty Python and Robin Williams to make it in the movies.A Tribute to Walter Matthau
The great comedy star died of a heart attack in 2000 at the age of 79. We will miss his friendly but cantankerous presence on screen.A Tribute to Roddy McDowall
A tribute to the actor who who appeared in 150 films in the past 60 years, and was best known for the "Planet of the Apes" series.A Tribute to Robert Mitchum
A tribute to the ultimate hardboiled actor, who made it look easy.A Tribute To Marilyn Monroe
An updated and expanded tribute to the unforgettable Marilyn Monroe in recognition of the 40th anniversary of her tragic death.A Tribute to Paul Newman
Gourmet food company president, philanthropist, racing enthusiast, liberal activist, and ten-time Oscar nominee Paul Newman is still going strong.A Tribute to Jack Nicholson
A living legend, Jack is one of the younger members of the classic actors club, an 11-time Oscar nominee who appeared in a number of 60s and 70s film classics.A Tribute to Kim Novak
A 70th birthday tribute to a living legend, the beautiful star of Hitchcock's "Vertigo," as well as "The Man With the Golden Arm" and "Picnic."A Tribute to Margaret O'Brien
She was one of the most talented child stars of all time, and a major boxoffice attraction during the 40s, in spite of roles that sometimes didn't take full advantage of her awesome talents. She turned 65 in January, 2003, and is still a favorite of classic film fans.A Tribute to Donald O'Connor
The song and dance man, star of "Singin' in the Rain," and buddy of Francis the Mule, is dead at the age of 78, after a show business career of over 75 years. Here's our tribute, originally created in 1999.A Tribute to Maureen O'Hara
The redheaded actress, a favorite of John Ford and John Wayne, is still active and vibrant into her 80s.A Tribute to Laurence Olivier
Affectionately dubbed "Sir Larry" by his many fans, Laurence Olivier is widely recognized as the greatest English-speaking actor who ever lived.A Tribute to Maureen O'Sullivan
The actress who appeared in many films is still best known for playing Jane in a half-dozen Tarzan movies.A Tribute to Gregory Peck
We stand in tribute to the star of "To Kill a Mockingbird," who played some of the best heroes in the movies, and who passed away on June 12, 2003.A Tribute to Sidney Poitier
Saluting the man who broke the color barrier into little pieces and inspired two generations of African-American actors and directors.A Tribute to Tyrone Power
The third member of a four-generation family of actors with the same name, he was one of the most popular stars of his generation, but died much too young.A Tribute To Elvis Presley
He was the undisputed king of rock and roll and appeared in 32 theatrical films, but we'll never know how good an actor he could have been had he been given a real chance. A special tribute created on the 25th anniversary of his death in 2002.A Tribute to Vincent Price
Although known primarily as the star of numerous gothic horror films, Vincent Price was also an accomplished art historian, writer, and gourmet chef. We saluted the man and the actor on what would have been his 90th birthday in 2001.A Tribute to Anthony Quinn
The Oscar-winning Mexican-born actor known for his robust portrayals of characters of varied ethnicities died in 2001 at the age of 86.A Tribute to Debbie Reynolds
Celebrating the 71st birthday of the perky, energetic, and most of all talented Ms. Reynolds, who continues to entertain us both on stage and with her wonderful collection of film memorabilia.A Tribute to Jason Robards
He was an actor's actor, known for his strong supporting performances on film, TV, and the stage. He was taken by cancer in 2000. The article was updated on what would have been his 80th birthday in July, 2002.A Centennial Tribute to Richard Rodgers
He wrote over forty-two Broadway musicals, first with Lorenz Hart and then with Oscar Hammerstein II. Nineteen were made into films which are the core of the great crop of musicals of the "golden age" in the 40s and 50s. A special 100th birthday feature.A Tribute to Ginger Rogers
She was so much more than Fred Astaire's dancing partner, and she would have been 90 years old on July 16, 2001. A salute to the one and only Ginger.A Tribute to Roy Rogers
"The King of the Cowboys" rode into the sunset for the last time in 1998, when this article was written.A Tribute to Mickey Rooney
Mickey Rooney is still going strong in his 80s. Here's a birthday tribute to the classic star who began entertaining us at the age of 18 months.A Tribute to George C. Scott
An updated 75th birthday salute to the independent actor, and the star of "Patton."A Tribute to Jean Simmons
The star of "Spartacus" and "Elmer Gantry" began her career as a beautiful teenage actress in the 40s and continues to shine into the 21st century.A Tribute to Frank Sinatra
An 86th birthday update to our original tribute to Frank Sinatra, the star of the [i]real[/i] "Ocean's 11," written at the time of his death in 1998.A Tribute to Barbara Stanwyck
A tribute to my favorite classic actress, written on the 10th anniversary of her death and recently updated. She was the best.A Tribute to Rod Steiger
Rod Steiger was a tough-minded Method actor who appeared in over 120 films, and was never accused of sleep-walking through a role.A Tribute to Gloria Swanson
She was once the highest-paid and most popular actress in America, but today she is remembered primarily for playing a character much like herself, in one of the most popular movies of all time.A Tribute to Elizabeth Taylor
She's a movie star in every sense of the word. There's only one "Liz."A Tribute to Shirley Temple
America's most beloved child star grew up to be an ambassador and a businesswoman, but before that she was Dimples and Curly Top. Updated for her 75th birthday.A Centennial Tribute to Spencer Tracy
One of the most respected actors in Hollywood would have celebrated his 100th birthday in April, 2000.A Centennial Tribute to Rudy Vallee
Before Frank Sinatra, and long before Elvis, there was Rudy Vallee, and his megaphone. His wife says that the girls threw their underwear on stage.A Tribute to John Wayne
We celebrated the 4th of July with a tribute to the beloved "B" movie, western, and war film star who became an American patriotic icon.A Tribute to Orson Welles
A salute to the "boy genius" who created arguably the greatest film ever made, but never again reached quite the same heights during the rest of his nevertheless varied and interesting career.A Tribute to Billy Wilder
A salute to the living legend who directed "Some Like It Hot," "Sunset Boulevard," "Double Indemnity," and many more.A Tribute to Natalie Wood
If Natalie hadn't drowned in November, 1981, she would have been in her 60s today. It's hard to say what we have lost in terms of great performances. Here’s a tribute to her short, sparkling career.A Tribute to Jane Wyman
Though mostly known these days as the first wife of former President Reagan, or for her role on "Falcon Crest," Jane Wyman had a great movie career, as well, which we celebrate in this tribute article.A Tribute to Loretta Young
Saluting one of the classiest ladies in film. In addition to her popular TV show, she also appeared in over 100 theatrical films, starting at the age of four.A Tribute to Robert Young
The man who was TV's Jim Anderson and Dr. Welby also made over 100 movies.
Classic Films on DVD in 2003
There are many great classics scheduled to be released on DVD in 2003, as companies begin digging deeper into their vaults. Adapted from a series of Classic Movies Forum posts by Tralfaz.Favorite Classic Movie Sound Files
If you never get tired of hearing lines from "Casablanca" or "Ghostbusters," you'll love this comprehensive directory of sounds from classic movies in wav format.Format Issues
Letterboxing, Colorizing, DVD, & HDTV. They're the kind of issues that get classic movie fans almost as excited as arguments about Greta Garbo and John Wayne! Here's all the latest information.Gene Siskel Dies at 53
A tribute to Chicago film critic Gene Siskel, partner with Roger Ebert for many years, who died in 1999 at the age of 53.A Tribute to Gone With The Wind
December 15, 1999 was the 60th anniversary of the United States release of the most popular film in movie history. In honor of that occasion, we offered a multi-page tribute article, which has since been expanded and updated.
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