On March 3, 1966, the film that would become screen legend Lana Turner's (1921-1995) final starring role in a major production — she was just 45 — was released: Madame X. One of many stylish touches from the film (Image via Universal) As well-trod a story in 1966 as A Star Is Born was in…
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John Gavin, Star of ‘Spartacus’ & ‘Psycho,’ Dies @ 86
Handsome leading man John Gavin, who appeared in three films consistently ranked among the best of all time, died on February 9, Variety reports. He was 86. (more…)
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Rick Gets Real on ‘The Bad and the Beautiful’
Just in time for award season, check out this take on The Bad and the Beautiful (1952), starring Lana Turner (1921-1995) and Kirk Douglas (b. 1916), directed by Vincente Minnelli (1903-1986). Guest post by Rick of Rick's Real/Reel Life: (more…)
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She Wants More: A Look Back at ‘Imitation of Life’
Rick's Real/Reel Life just posted a long, loving look back at the classic 1959 melodrama Imitation of Life starring Lana Turner (1921-1995), Juanita Moore (1914-2014), Susan Kohner (b. 1936), Sandra Dee (1942-2005) and John Gavin (b. 1931). (more…)
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Noir Paintings: Stick ’em Up … on Your Wall
If you're a fan of '40s and '50s noir movies and their femmes fatales, check out the paintings of Jane Ianniello, whose NoirscapesArt is represented by a store on Etsy. (more…)
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