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‘Footloose’—‘Let’s Hear it for the Boy’
One more treat from the original Footloose, "Let's Hear it for the Boy" sung by Deniece Williams, featuring the late and much-missed Chris Penn. ...Read the full post here »
View ArticleHappy Birthday to the Movie Mom’s Mom!
Happy birthday today to my wonderful mother, who taught me about so many of the essentials of life, including thank you notes, how to tell a joke, and why you should respond to bad behavior by taking...
View ArticleMust-See Movie Moment: Stella Stevens Plays the Drums
Another of the moments in my forthcoming book is this performance by Stella Stevens from "The Courtship of Eddie's Father." She's shy girl who was too nervous to perform in her beauty queen...
View ArticleMarilyn Starts a Heat Wave
I hope that Michelle Williams' exquisite performance in the new film, "My Week With Marilyn" inspires its viewers to go back and watch the inimitable original: Marilyn Monroe. Williams does a snippet...
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Your Week with Marilyn — Monroe’s Best Films
"My Week With Marilyn" is a new film based on the memoirs by Colin Clark about his time as a third assistant director (basically a gofer) on the set of a...Read the full post here »
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Happy December! ‘Snow’ from ‘White Christmas’
I love this song from White Christmas with Rosemary Clooney (George Clooney's aunt), Bing Crosby, and Danny Kaye. Vera-Ellen was dubbed by Trudy...Read the full post here »
View ArticleIt’s a Wonderful Movie — The Phone Scene from ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’
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View ArticleBehind the Scenes: Lady and the Tramp
In honor of the release of Disney's Diamond edition of the classic, "Lady and the Tramp," here is a glimpse behind the scenes: ...Read the full post here »
View ArticleSt. Paddy’s Day Treat: “The Quiet Man”
Two great scenes from one of my favorite movies set in Ireland, "The Quiet Man." In the history of cinema, has there ever been a better kiss or a better fight scene? ...Read the full post here »
View ArticleInspirational Prayer Clip from “Undefeated”
I'm very happy to be able to share this clip from the Oscar-winning documentary "Undefeated," about a high school football team and their dedicated coach. The movie is in theaters across the country...
View ArticleHave Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
A magical moment from "Meet Me in St. Louis" with Judy Garland and Margaret O'Brien: ...Read the full post here »
View ArticleWith All This Talk About Cliffs….
I keep thinking of this! A fabulous movie moment from screenwriter William Goldman and stars Paul Newman and Robert Redford. ...Read the full post here »
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Must-See Movie Moment: My Funny Valentine from “The Company”
Featured in my new book, 101 Must-See Movie Moments: ...Read the full post here »
View ArticleFred Astaire Dances on the Ceiling — And Glee Pays Tribute
I held out longer than most but am now among the many whose enthusiasm for "Glee" has wavered. But you know I loved this week's tribute to classic songs from movies. The "Top Gun"/"Risky Business"...
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For Valentine’s Day: Three Great Movie Kisses
From my book, 101 Must-See Movie Moments: It was reputed to be Alfred Hitchcock’s own favorite of all his movies, and it was the acknowledged favorite of critic-turned filmmaker...Read the full post...
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Must-See Movie Moment: The April Fools
Happy April! This is from my book, 101 Must-See Movie Moments. Read the full post here »
View ArticleMichael Mirasol’s Tribute to Movie Fathers
My friend Michael Mirasol has created a beautiful tribute to some of the greatest fathers in the movies. ...Read the full post here »
View ArticleThe All-Time Best Movie Sandwiches
Slate has a wonderful compilation of the top ten movie sandwiches of all time. But they left out my favorite, which was the inspiration for my 101 Must-See...Read the full post here »
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