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I noticed today that TCM has added yet another Hollywood hotel to the preferred booking list. "The Redbury" at Hollywood & Vine is offering special rates for the TCM Classic Film Festival. http://www.theredbury.com/ Definitely give a look to the website to get an idea of what the rooms are like. But the special rates are only available if booked by February 11th. Call 323.962.1717 and mention the TCM Classic Film Festival. This is a new and very trendy "boutique" hotel to the neighborhood. It is also the home of the restaurant "Cleo" whose decor celebrates Theda Bara! http://articles.latimes.com/2010/nov/18/food/la-fo-review-20101118 "The Redbury" is across Hollywood Blvd. from the other preferred Classic Film Festival site, the "W Hotel". http://www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1789 I believe 'mavfan4life' stayed there last year. Staying at the Hollywood & Vine end of Hollywood Blvd. isn't all that inconvenient for Festival attendees. One can jump on the subway and travel one stop to get to the Chinese Theater/Roosevelt Hotel or climb aboard any of a number of buses that head west down Hollywood Blvd. Fares - both subway or bus -are $1.50 each way. And a cab ride home in the evening will be very inexpensive. Kyle In Hollywood

*"I know if I had bought the cheapest ticket I would have been extremely disappointed not to be able to attend the Esther Williams poolside event and the movie on opening night."* - jcutie Hi - _All_ pass holders last year were able to attend the poolside screening of *Neptune's Daughter* with Esther Williams and Betty Garrett in attendance. And many of them did. It was the premiere of the restored *A Star Is Born* at the Chinese Theater that was the Opening Night Event reserved for Spotlight and Essential (aka - deep-pocket) passholders. (And only "Spotlight" passholders can attend the post-screening party sponsored by Vanity Fair.) In fact, there were some high-end passholders that skipped *A Star Is Born* to go to the poolside screening instead. Having a "Spotlight" or Essentials" pass does have other associated perks. A TCM bag of Festival memorabilia was given to all such passholders. Last year TCM held a breakfast with Robert Osborne that only "Spotlight" passholders could attend. And it looks as if there will be additional events this year reserved for such passholders. But, have no fear, Robert Osborne, Ben Mankiewicz and many of the Special Guests in attendance were "making the rounds" of the Roosevelt Hotel every day so you will have your chance to chat with them - even on a "Classic" pass. I even bumped into Donald Bogle on the sidewalk one evening. This year a "Classic" pass ($499) will get you into all film screenings except the Opening Night showing of *An American In Paris* in the Chinese Theater. If last year is any indication, there will be alternative screenings to attend on Thursday evening this year also. Besides *Neptune's Daughter* poolside, there were screenings of *Casablanca* and *Sunnyside Up* (among others) on that first night that were very popular with festival goers. And many others attendees were hanging in "Club TCM" meeting friends from these Forums in person for the very first time. "Opening Night" is a great experience for everyone - regardless of the level of pass you hold. There is very little happening at the Festival that one can't experience on a "Classic" film pass. One could still see "Joan Crawford's Home Movies" presented by her grandson, meet Tony Curtis and see an exhibition of his artwork, and pay your respects to Luise Rainer who flew in from Europe for the screening of *The Good Earth* which was filmed and recently shown on TCM. And that is just three events off the top of my head. As of today, there are only "Classic" (And "Matinee") passes available for purchase. So if you are considering attending, your options are limited. But, believe me. With a "Classic" pass, the 2011 TCM Classic Film Festival will fulfill all your expectations and provide memories that will last your lifetime. It sounds as if you would really like to attend. And I understand your hesitation at commiting with so few details now known. I don't know what is coming - but I do know TCM is not trying to sell you a "pig in a poke". Nor is the channel waiting for "the money to roll in" before making additional announcements about this year's line-up of events. With the "Spotlight" and "Essential" pass levels already sold-out, early sales have gone more quickly than last year. It is not a factor in any of the planning for 2011. TCM is committed to making the Second Edition bigger and better than the First. But I don't know how that is even possible. http://www.tcm.com/festival/#/festival/welcomeLetter I fully expect a new round of events to be announced soon. Hopefully that will help you make up your mind. And if you would like some guidance on how to make the trip on a budget, there are members here that can offer some suggestions and advice on how to do that. (Car Rental is definitely not necessary.) Kyle In Hollywood

*"Ok. I thought I'd seen it all, but that music service that Doris Day worked at in the beginning of the movie is unique. Sort of a live juke box. Did a machine/service like that actually exist in 1949? What was it called, and why did it exist?"* - Old.Timer Yes, they did exist. http://www.automatlunch.com/2010/04/telephone-jukebox.html I recently listened to a 1950s Radio Program that featured a telephone jukebox operator in the storyline. Kyle In Hollywood

Hi 'mareem'. At the bottom of the page is a link marked "Contact Us". It will take you to the "Support Knowledge Base" where you can find answers to most commonly-asked questions. One is directions on how to apply for "work" at TCM. Follow the recommendations you find there - and if it is an "online submission" (I didn't look, myself), ask that your request to be a blogger be forwarded to "MorlockJeff" of the TCM blog. Good Luck! Kyle In Hollywood

*"I would like to see the later year movies played before 10:00 at night"* - WildBill1949 Because the channel has only one satellite feed for the whole country, TCM has to make sure R-Rated films or films with "adult" language or brief nudity are shown after 9pm on the West Coast. An uneditted *Taxi Driver* can't be shown at 7pm out here on a non-subscription cable channel. Kyle In Hollywood

*"I really like the clean design of " The Odessa File" poster- Did Saul Bass created it? It is in the Bass style."* - joefilmone The same thought occured to me but I have not seen any Bass-attribution for the poster image or the poster showing up in any Bass materials that I have seen. Kyle In Hollywood

Nice update for 2011, Lynn. Just wanted to add that a stay at the Sunset Towers Hotel was the Grand Prize in the "Moguls And Movie Stars" contest last fall. BTW - Are the "Music Box Steps" part of this thread? Kyle In Hollywood

January 30th *3 Penny Opera* (1931) France

April is definitely not the cruelest month on TCM. Thank you Ray Milland. Being "Star Of The Month", he brings with him films like *Beau Geste*, *Kitty* (Paulette Goddard), *The Doctor Takes A Wife* (Loretta Young) and especially *Everything Happens At Night* (SONJA HENIE! What a hoot!) And while I miss *The Big Clock* as part of his salute, I'll console myself with Milland and Laughton in *Payment Deferred* (1932). There is also a repeat of Milland's "Screen Director's Playhouse" program "Markheim". We're getting closer to having TCM recreate the Saturday matinees of our youth... The Bowery Boys are being followed with a Weismuller "Tarzan feature*. But when the "Boys" have finished out their days on TCM, out comes the "Buck Rogers" serial starring that other "Tarzan", Buster Crabbe. What Fun! A twice-a-week look at the Civil War on Film sounds really intriguing. I wonder if there will be a special co-host as is the tradition with most multi-night special events. (I also wonder if this event replaces a "Race In Hollywood" event for 2011?) After becoming acquainted over the years with "Valli", "Cher" and "Aquanetta", we now get introduced to "Annabella" with a evening of films on the 8th. The variety of the new season of The Essentials (Is Alec Baldwin returning?) is on full display with - *The Loneliness Of The Long Distance Runner* *Splendor In The Grass* *Ball Of Fire* *Gunga Din* and *An American In Paris* As 'lzcutter' noted, The Gershwin's *An American In Paris* is also part of a night coinciding with events at the 2011 TCM Classic Film Festival. Proir evenings also related to Film Festival events include the Bernard Hermann evening on the 28th and film "royalty" night with *Royal Wedding* and *The Glass Slipper*. Perhaps Mr. Donen and Ms. Caron are coming to Hollywood in April? Curiosity is going to get me to watch Lunt and Fontanne in *The Guardsman* And Hildegard Withers returns! All in all, I think it is month to shout about! Bring the whole family. Kyle In Hollywood

January 29th (6 Sheet Poster) (Click Through On Above Image to Access Larger Version. Select "Actions", then "View All Sizes".)

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Hi Beth In Nashville. Welcome to TCM City. You did find the article about the evening of Carson McCullers-based films so you're doing pretty well navigating around here so far. Sadly, there was only a single "Carson McCullers Night" - with *Ballad Of The Sad Cafe* and *Reflections In A Golden Eye* - this month. And it was this past Monday evening. (The 24th) So you've missed them. Because these films have already played this month, they are no longer listed as "upcoming" in the database. To find out if a particular title is showing during the upcoming three months, "search" the TCMDatabase for the title and there will be a "box" on the right side of the page letting you know if it is scheduled or not. And if it is, the "box" will tell you the date and time it is scheduled. (The time listed will be Eastern, so make adjustments, if necessary.) You can also "search" by "Star" or "Director" and get listings of any upcoming films with or by those particular persons. If you are in a "browsing" mood, here are links to the upcoming monthly schedules for TCM - February 2011 ("31 Days Of Oscar") http://www.tcm.com/schedule/month/?cid=&oid=2/1/2011 March 2011 (Jean Harlow as "Star Of The Month") http://www.tcm.com/schedule/month/?cid=&oid=3/1/2011 As for other film titles similar to *Member Of The Wedding* or *To Kill A Mockingbird*, the membership here will be happy to offer some suggestions. Just be patient as it is late. Hopefully by tomorrow evening you'll have some other titles to look into courtesy of the folks around here. I hope this is helpful. And I hope you come around often. Kyle In Hollywood

I know everyone probably got the email today, but just because it is so cool, I wanted to post the image in the Forums. Here's the poster for the 2011 Film Festival. It is the creation of artist Michael Schwab who also created the images for last year's "Summer Under The Stars" festival. And Michael Schwab will be in attendance at the Film Festival to sign his creation! Kyle In Hollywood

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*"Kyle, I don't think Dr. Strangelove is what they were aiming for. It's clear those are theater seats."* - filmlover You're right about the seats. Unless one catches the very, very beginning, that isn't always clear. Especially in the shorter versions. (See the image in the first post.) Before watching online tonight, I always missed the very beginning where it's explicitly theater seating. I guess the films clips are meant to be projected on a floating "ribbon" of a film screen. Hmmm. *"Maybe it is 360 degrees of Oscar."* Maybe. But "360 Degrees" was the theme four or five years ago in 2006. Kyle In Hollywood

Oh, yeah. The long version has been showing up for awhile. And it is viewable in the mediaroom also. http://www.tcm.com/mediaroom/index.jsp?cid=362898 Kyle In Hollywood

OK. I kinda like the 2011 "31 Days Of Oscar" promo piece. It features many films not usually seen in the past promos. But I have to admit. I can't make heads nor tails of what the set piece is supposed to be. It reminds me a lot of the "War Room" from *Dr. Strangelove* - but I don't think that is what it is supposed to reference. If anyone else has thoughts on the setting for this year's promo, I'd like to hear them. Kyle In Hollywood

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It isn't a "slight" on TCM's part. February (and the first 3 days in March) is the annual "31 Days of Oscar" festival. No one with birthdays in February are saluted during this event. Kyle In Hollywood