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Joel McCrea was in _Sullivan's Travels_ (1941) W./Veronica Lake! *NEW STAR: Veronica Lake!*

OK ......I looked through my movie collection (I have all genres) ...& thought of films that I have enjoyed through the years...But then I started thinking of the films that were a toss up between "Guilty pleasure" & a film that was so bad that I fell in love with it for what ever reason! ...Since some are listing more than 1 ..here is my small list of "_Guilty pleasure films_"! Valley of the Dolls (1967) Beyond the Valley of the Dolls (1970) Topo, El (1970) Torch Song (1953) Xanadu (1980) Showgirls (1995) Caprice (1967) The Prodigal (1955) The Big Cube (1969) Portrait in Black (1960) Trog (1970) Armageddon (1998I) Female on the Beach (1955) Midnight Lace (1960)

From what I remember, it briefly mention some the American actors who went to fight in the war! What I found really surprising was when the documentary showed footage from the film _Casablanca_ (1942), & then it went from one actor to the next describing who was a real life exile playing an on-screen exile.......Fascinating! (Actors Paul Henreid, Conrad Veidt, Lorre, S.Z. Sakall, Leonid Kinskey, Helmut Dantine, Marcel Dalio, Ludwig St?ssel and Wolfgang Zilzer) Sad that many of the actors that were in _Casablanca_ (1942), at one (1) time these actor were big names over-seas, Both on stage and film; then BAM! They come to America to escape Nazi power, & now they are reduced to a simple character actor! WOW! I thought was really fascinating was that S.Z. Sakall was arrested (I believe the documentary) stated at least 3xs for his political views, and he escaped Budapest "Before" the Nazi's rise to power. WOW! I can't believe that more than 800 film professionals escaped to Hollywood in the years between 1933 and 1939. The list includes actors Felix Bressart, Hedy Lamarr and Peter Lorre; directors Fritz Lang, Henry Koster, Billy Wilder and Fred Zinnemann; composers Frederick Hollander, Erich Wolfgang Korngold and Franz Waxman; and cinematographer Rudy Mate. *Simply amazing!*

*_William Castle_ - Director!* 13 Ghosts (1960) House on Haunted Hill (1959) Strait-Jacket (1964) The Busy Body (1967 Serpent of the Nile (1953)

Robert Armstrong was in _Mighty Joe Young_ (1949) Directed by Ernest B. Schoedsack! *NEW DIRECTOR: Ernest B. Schoedsack!*

_Vincent Price_ The Baron of Arizona House of Wax (1953) The Fly (1958) House on Haunted Hill (1959) The Abominable Dr. Phibes (1971) I would want to add _His Kind of Woman_ (1951) also!?

*"512 N. Palm Drive, Beverly Hills"* *Jean Harlow's last home it was from here that she was taken to hospital where she died on 7th. June 1937.*

Jean Harlow was "NOT" simply the best...But she was a very talented comedian & on top of her game...She really deserved an Oscar Nod for Best Supporting Actress for _Dinner at Eight_ (1933)!!!

"Niagara"... what not to do... ... Not Only Pack the sport Clothes...but also include the funeral shrouds too!

*Yeah ...but U skipped this:* *Ralf Harolde was in Alaska Patrol (1949) directed by Jack Bernhard!* *NEW DIRECTOR: Jack Bernhard!*

It was a very clean copy (I watched it here and there in between the Golden Globes!)...It was about the same picture quality on my DVD of _Niagara_ (1953)...Very Clean and crisp and no scratches!

I know the thread is 1 "Guilty Pleasure" ... But I also want to include: _Xanadu!_ (1980)!

_Jane Russell_ The Outlaw (1943) The Las Vegas Story (1952) Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953 Son of Paleface (1952) Macao (1952)

Rosalind Russell China Seas (1935) Craig's Wife (1936) The Women (1939) His Girl Friday (1940) Picnic (1955)

Did U Know..... ??!! - The Egyptian (1954) Marilyn Monroe lobbied hard to play "Nefer," but Darryl F. Zanuck had earmarked the role for his then-mistress, Bella Darvi.

_Niagara_ (1953) - The picture features three walking sequences; the one that received the most attention is often referred to as *"the longest walk in cinema history"* -- 116 feet of film of Marilyn in a black skirt and red sweater walking away from the camera into the distance. In a daring shot for the era, the camera eye remains firmly focused on Marilyn's swaying posterior.

Ralf Harolde was in _Alaska Patrol_ (1949) directed by Jack Bernhard! *NEW DIRECTOR: Jack Bernhard!*

*I'm soooo excitied being a MM fan & that one (1) of her "Best" films _Niagara_ (1952) Will Be shown at 06:00pm (MT) Arizona Time!* *_Niagara_ (1953) - "The longest walk in cinema history"!* Check Local Listings for your Time! George and Rose Loomis are honeymooning at a Niagara Falls motel. She plots with Ted Patrick to do him in, but all does not go smoothly. For one thing, after Loomis is reported missing Polly Cutler spies him at the motel but her husband Bud thinks she's imagining it. Marilyn sings "Kiss." *STARS: Marilyn Monroe, Joseph Cotten, Jean Peters, Casey Adams & Denis O'Dea.* *Directed by: Henry Hathaway.* *Produced by: Charles Brackett* *Music by: Sol Kaplan* *Cinematography: Joseph MacDonald* *Marilyn Monroe in 'Niagara'* Producer Charles Brackett wanted to do a film against the dynamic backdrop of Niagara Falls and summoned writers Walter Reisch and Richard Breen to work up a suitable script based on his ideas. As devised by these veteran screenwriters, the plot was perfect to display not only Marilyn's talents as a dramatic actress but also her image as a blonde bombshell. Shot on location in the late spring and summer of 1952, Niagara was directed by Henry Hathaway, a competent craftsman who had built a secure reputation in Hollywood. Marilyn starred as a cunning adulteress named Rose Loomis, a character much harsher than those she had played in her earlier films. Niagara revolves around Rose's plot to murder her neurotic husband, George, who suffers painful memories of his war experiences. Rose uses her young lover, played by Richard Allan, to carry out her plan. Joseph Cotten costarred as George, who -- like Rose -- is an unsympathetic yet oddly likable character. Jean Peters and Casey Adams rounded out the cast as a honeymooning couple caught up in the intrigue of Rose's plan. Rose Loomis exhibits none of the naivet? that was a key element of Marilyn's image; the character uses her sexual attractiveness and her bold good looks to manipulate her husband and lover into doing what she wants. Rose's effect on men is symbolized by the famous sequence in which Marilyn was photographed from behind briskly walking in her undulating, hip-swaying fashion. *Actually, the picture features three walking sequences; the one that received the most attention is often referred to as "the longest walk in cinema history" -- 116 feet of film of Marilyn in a black skirt and red sweater walking away from the camera into the distance. In a daring shot for the era, the camera eye remains firmly focused on Marilyn's swaying posterior.* Then there is the famous red dress, a clinging, low-cut dazzler that Marilyn wore when she crooned the song "Kiss." When the character played by Casey Adams spies Rose's entrance in this dress, he remarks to his wife, "Get out the fire hose!" Millions of moviegoers shared that sentiment. Interestingly, though the filmmakers undoubtedly realized the box-office potential for Niagara because of the publicity surrounding Marilyn's wardrobe and lingering views of her undulating body, the film did not exploit Marilyn as much as it showcased her. The walking sequences and the sexy outfits were essential to the film's plot because they demonstrated Rose's effect on men -- her power to persuade them into actions they might not otherwise consider. Niagara is filled with clever touches that enhance the story and capture the dynamic quality of Rose Loomis. The character represents pure sexuality. If water is a literary symbol for woman, then to place Rose against the roaring backdrop of Niagara Falls is to imply that she is "all woman." It is no coincidence that both Rose's husband and lover die by going over the Falls. The association between Rose and the Falls was made complete by one of the poster ads for the film, which depicts a larger-than-life Marilyn lying atop the Falls with the water flowing over her scantily clad body. As much a natural wonder as the Falls themselves, Rose consistently wears clothes that are variations of black and red -- two colors associated with women who are alluring, cunning, and powerful. Clever set design contrasts Rose's open sexuality and lust for life with George's worrisome, neurotic behavior: Rose is associated with wide open spaces while George hides himself in closed, cramped quarters. The role of Rose Loomis was tailored to take advantage of the sexual nature of Marilyn's image yet gave her a valuable opportunity to stretch her rapidly developing acting skills. Despite the melodramatic plot, Niagara was a tightly woven combination of excellent casting, taut direction, and clever production design. Touting the film's strong points in most reviews, the critics deemed the film a success and singled out Marilyn for her performance. Often, however, reviewers complimented her in a backhanded way, acknowledging her powerful presence yet maintaining that "Miss Monroe is not the perfect actress at this point," or that she "is not an actress, heaven knows." This type of remark would characterize critical reaction to Marilyn's work throughout her career. Reviewers were unable to understand that her use of her physical attributes to express aspects of a character was as much an acting skill as the ability to convincingly deliver dialogue. Critics may have had their doubts about Marilyn, but the public made her a full-fledged star after the release of Niagara in January 1953. The film grossed over six million dollars that year, a tidy sum for the era. After many years of struggle, Marilyn had at last attained her goal. But at that time, as always, she understood perfectly who was responsible for her success. Marilyn commented, "... I want to say that the people -- if I am a star -- the people made me a star; no studio, no person, but the people did." Thanks, HowStuffWorks "Marilyn Monroe in 'Niagara'"

I remember seeing _Mannequin_ (1987) in theater ...LOL!.... I always liked the opening song by Belinda Carlisle. Now it plays almost every other day on one of the Encore channels!

*Film Director: Michael Curtiz!* The Adventures of Robin Hood Angels with Dirty Faces Casablanca Yankee Doodle Dandy Mildred Pierce

gravedigger ... _Young Frankenstein_ (1974) *NEW WORD: Hot!*

Fay Wray was in _Mystery of the Wax Museum_ (1933) directed by Michael Curtiz! *NEW DIRECTOR: Michael Curtiz!*

LOL......This was on again this morning on the Flix Channel....Dick Van Dyke as Rev. Clayton Brooks just makes me laugh! Sad to watch the film and see Paul Benedict, and know that we lost him last year! I just find the ending sad in a way, the town stops smoking, but the missile plant gets built, & well this adds "More" smoke pollution to the air, Covering the entire town!....Very strange sad ending!

*Gangster Movies.....* The Untouchables The Public Enemy (1931) Little Caesar (1931) The Godfather (1972) Goodfellas

Glitter (2001) W./Mariah Carey!