Blogathons, Uncategorized

Springtime for Larceny: The Producers (1967)

Imagine, if you will, going to see a Broadway show in which one of the performers sings a song that features the lyrics "Don't be a dummy, be a smarty! Join the Nazi party!" Would you get up and storm out in great disgust, or stick around when you get the very incorrect idea that… Continue reading Springtime for Larceny: The Producers (1967)

Blogathons, Classic Film Discoveries, Uncategorized

Shaking Up Shakespeare: Carole Lombard in “To Be or Not To Be” (1942)

Before my best friend suggested this film for our fortnightly movie night, I had never heard of it. I know, it's quite surprising, but like most people, I'd always associated Carole Lombard with My Man Godfrey and the other screwball comedies that she shone in. But the thing about To Be or Not To Be, is that it's like… Continue reading Shaking Up Shakespeare: Carole Lombard in “To Be or Not To Be” (1942)