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I think that's by John Huston, in his memoir, "An Open Book." They made three (3) films together, "A Farewell to Arms," "Beat the Devil," and "We Were Strangers." Cheers, Dan

Meaning no disrespect, finance... but when you first posed this question, you preceded it by saying: "This may be too trivial even for a Trivia thread, but here goes." After three days of no replies, I surmise you were right in the first place. You want the names of eateries that were viewable on the screen for less than a couple of seconds? That's kind of insubstantial, I think. Not the sort of thing a person would remember from watching the movie. Of course, this is only my opinion. Peace. Cheers, Dan

Thanks, sixes... Here's one that most of you will be familiar with: "Did you take a special course in blackmail, or is it just a natural talent?" Hint: It's spoken by the leading man, to the leading lady. Who said it, and in what film? Cheers, Dan

That would be my favorite funny man, Fred Willard, in the role of Shelby Forthright, proud CEO of "Buy N Large," multinational corporation. Cheers, Dan

I guess that's from "Wall-E" (2008). Cheers, Dan

Gee, Miles, that stings. Just when you think you've come up with a real stumper.... In my defense, I did NOT read about this Alan Hale question here. Got it from any entirely different source. Your thread. Cheers, Dan

Do you know me? I am an American actress, still working in films, and some of my relatives are also involved somehow in the movies. In my first film, my character's name is my real name. (Not the name I go by now.) I've been nominated for the Oscar and the Golden Globe, but have not won yet. Still, I have won several "minor" awards. Who am I? Cheers, Dan

fi wrote: "Dan, you are gradually taking away all my threads." Au contraire, fi. You are the undisputed champion of these boards. Okay, here is a super-easy one for you and everyone else: Name the actor who played the same role in three different films, in three different decades, in support of three different stars. No other cast member appeared in all three films, just this one actor. Name him. Cheers, Dan

I think this must be Rita Johnson. She suffered a horrific accident from a hair dryer, which caused brain damage. Rita Johnson continued to act in films, but only in minor roles and in TV. She died in 1965, at the age of 52. Dan

Well, the 1930s movie you are asking about has to be "Nothing Sacred" (1937). In that one, which starred Carole Lombard, Walter Connolly played a character named Oliver Stone. That's a familiar name among directors now. You say that the guy who played Oliver Stone "had previously played a key role in a multi-Oscar-winning movie." I assume that would be "It Happened One Night" (1934), which won five (5) Oscars. The 1940s movie you asked about must be "To Have and Have Not" (1944), which launched the film career of Lauren Bacall. (Is she "a legendary actress?" Guess so.) The leading man, one Humphrey Bogart, played the role of Henry Morgan... and that's also the name of a well-known character actor (who later changed his name to Harry Morgan). Cheers, Dan

I'm guessing this is Sara Allgood. Dan

Lucille Ball? I could give you all the details, but first I want to know if this answer is correct. Lucille Ball fits every description you gave. Cheers, Dan

mudskipper, I don't have an answer for you. But I do have a comment. I salute you, sir, for NOT using an easy quote that can be looked up on the IMDb. You selected a quote that people will have to do research for. Good show! Cheers, Dan

Yes, it was Barry MacKay as publicity man Tommy Thompson. In the scene, he has just hit upon a stupendous new "stunt" for a stage production. He is thinking hard about it, and that is why he says "I'm giving birth!" Cheers, Dan

sixes guessed: "Evergreen?" Yes, but who said it? Cheers, Dan

mudskipper wrote: Clark Gable in Dancing Lady ? No, mudskip, not Clark Gable. But I admire the fact that you are working the clues I've given. I did say that the film in question is a 1930s' musical that highlighted its leading lady. "Dancing Lady" IS a '30s musical, and it starred Joan Crawford in dancing mode. But Clark Gable, who was her leading man, did not say the quote in question. Here is the quote, once again: "Don't talk to me. I'm giving birth!" (Spoken by a MALE.) Another clue: One of the characters in this film is a woman who was impersonating her own mother. Who spoke the line, and in what film? Cheers, Dan

Hi... I just watched my video copy of the movie in question, and I have to change the wording of the quote I've given you. I can't imagine that it would make much difference, but anyway, instead of "don't bother me..." the actual words are: "Don't talk to me. I'm giving birth!" Remember, that quote was uttered by a MAN. Never thought a man could "give birth," but if you think carefully, you may realize that he was talking about something other than having a baby. Who said that quote, and in what film? Cheers, Dan

Yes, the film title is "His New Job" (1915), directed by and starring Charlie Chaplin. You're pretty good at this. Is there any question that you cannot answer correctly? Dunno who you are, fi, but you are a breath of fresh air to this forum. The "double meaning" I spoke of is this: Chaplin was discovered by Mack Sennett, majordomo of Keystone. He gave Chaplin his first film assignments, and Charlie became so popular with the public, he wound up making 35 movies in just one year,1914! When the Essanay Film Company hired him in 1915, Chaplin began his Essanay contract by writing and directing, as well as starring in, a film titled... "His New Job," meaning his new job at a new studio. Cheers, Dan

Yes, it's Gloria all right. But what was the title of the film? And incidentally: Although this was not part of the original question, the title of the film had a double meaning, that every movie fan in those days understood. What was the title? Cheers, Dan

Hi, fi... Sorry, no. Cary Grant is not our man. Here's another hint: The film in question is a musical, highlighting its female star. It was released in the 1930s. Name the film, and the actor -- a MALE -- who said: "Don't bother me, I'm giving birth!" Cheers, Dan

Wow! Thanks, fi, for at least responding. I was afraid that NO ONE was reading this question. A hint, you say? Here's one: The director that told the young actress she wouldn't be right for that role was Charlie Chaplin. Here is the rest of the question: There was a famous actress, thrice nominated for the Academy Award, who told this story, and told it often: When she began in films, she was a movie extra. One day she was called to the set and asked to perform a scene in which she gets kicked on her behind. She took TWELVE (12!) kicks to her derriere that day -- one kick in the scene, but there were eleven re-takes -- before the director decided she "wouldn't do." The actress didn't get that part, but did get another, smaller role in the film. After that, her career "took off," and she had 42 years in films, plus several TV roles. And of course, there were those three (3) Oscar noms. Can you name the actress, and the film that "kicked off" her career? I'll add this hint: The director who turned her down for the first role was also the star of the movie. Can you name the actress? The actor/director? The title of the film? Cheers, Dan

allaboutlana wrote: Are you Hugh Laurie? The answer is YES! Your board, now. Cheers, Dan

Thanks, Eve... Here's a quote some of you will remember: "Don't bother me! I'm giving birth!" Wait, wait... That line is interesting, because it is spoken by a man. Who said it, and in what film? Hint: The film was made in the 1930s. Cheers, Dan

No replies yet? Okay, here's another clue. Although I was born in England, both my mother and my father are of Scottish descent. Here's the rest of the question: I am a British actor, twice winner of the Golden Globe. My father had been a gold medal winner in the Olympics, so I tried out for the same sport while at Cambridge University. I won the National Junior Championship in that sport. I have had the great good fortune to appear in films with British stars such as Emma Thompson and Rowan Atkinson. People have been kind enough to tell me that, in addition to my acting laurels, I am an accomplished jazz pianist. Who am I? Cheers, Dan

Okay, I'll bite. The addition of "Louise" changes things. Is it from "Gypsy" (1962)? Cheers, Dan