I just watched the movie again for the 10th time or more. I can't remember but it is a great background show to have on when you're doing something else.
I decided to finally with the help of the Internet to find out who the Bride was, or should I say who played the part.
Elsa Lanchester played the bride in the movie and before that Mary Woolstonecraft Shelley in the movie when she was alive before being brought back to life as the bride.
Boris Karloff of course played the Monster and of course did it perfectly.
As for Elsa, she had such a distinctive face that I remembered her in so many movies, TV shows, and wherever else she appeared that I find it nice to finally read about her. She had a unique way of speaking and her eyes were very much a part of her acting image.
If you want a Halloween movie to watch this one is worth seeing.
Wednesday, October 10, 2018
Book Review: How to Write Short
How to Write Short
Word Craft for Fast Times
Roy Peter Clark - Author of Writing Tools
264 Pages
This is a book of great ideas for refining your writing to the essence and improving communication.
***** 5 star Rating From me - It's worth the read.
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
Gene Tierney - The Ghost and Mrs. Muir
I fell in love with Gene Tierney tonight. Though I may have seen her in movies before I never really paid attention to the actors in movies during my youth. Aside from her beauty she was an unbelievably talented actress. This movie I picked up today from the library is one I didn't know about. I watched the TV series so I was familiar with the story, but this is an amazing original production. Rex Harrison of course played his part as the Captain, the ghost, as well as it could be done. But the star of the movie is Gene Tierney.
Reading her biography I learned that she passed away in 1991 at the age of 70. She had a difficult later life that had her troubled with mental illness and it's hard to imagine her so unhappy. It's a sad element of life that with all her talent that she had to struggle through the remainder of her life.
Tonight though, I have to say just watching her play this part is a reminder that such beauty is ephemeral and therefore even more precious. Her voice, her mannerisms, and perfect way of displaying emotions on screen justify her leading actress power during her time.
One of her quotes "Wealth, beauty, and fame are transient. When those are gone, little is left except the need to be useful."
If you want to see a hidden treasure of a movie consider spending an evening with this old black in white from 1947.
And rest in Peace to all the actors in that movie who have passed away for I suppose that none are alive now except possibly the children.
It has a beautiful ending.
Reading her biography I learned that she passed away in 1991 at the age of 70. She had a difficult later life that had her troubled with mental illness and it's hard to imagine her so unhappy. It's a sad element of life that with all her talent that she had to struggle through the remainder of her life.
Tonight though, I have to say just watching her play this part is a reminder that such beauty is ephemeral and therefore even more precious. Her voice, her mannerisms, and perfect way of displaying emotions on screen justify her leading actress power during her time.
One of her quotes "Wealth, beauty, and fame are transient. When those are gone, little is left except the need to be useful."
If you want to see a hidden treasure of a movie consider spending an evening with this old black in white from 1947.
And rest in Peace to all the actors in that movie who have passed away for I suppose that none are alive now except possibly the children.
It has a beautiful ending.
Thursday, September 13, 2018
If You Want to Be a Writer Listen to Kevin Smith
Kevin Smith and the Note
He makes a great point not to let others define you or convince you that you don't have what it takes to follow your dreams or passion.
He makes a great point not to let others define you or convince you that you don't have what it takes to follow your dreams or passion.
Monday, September 10, 2018
Saturday, September 8, 2018
Jon Voight - Master Performance in Return to Lonesome Dove
I just finished watching the 2 DVD set and if you love Westerns and already watched Lonesome Dove then you'll likely love this follow on series.
All of the acting is superb so it's hard for me to claim favorites. Each actor played their part exceptionally and the settings and storyline will draw you in as a participant.
Of all the parts that I've seen John Voight play I now believe this may be the culmination of a very long and successful career. He is the character. Between his facial expressions, his mannerisms, and well practiced accent for the part he left me wanting to be on that ranch just to ride on his side of the range war. The whole series is an experience but I'll have to say that there is a reason the story had him as central and choosing Voight to play the part made it work.
He receives the National Medal of Arts for President Trump
He blasts Hollywood Liberals, Atheists, and Marxists. You have to give him credit not only for his acting ability but for his willingness to speak out in defense of his beliefs.
All of the acting is superb so it's hard for me to claim favorites. Each actor played their part exceptionally and the settings and storyline will draw you in as a participant.
Of all the parts that I've seen John Voight play I now believe this may be the culmination of a very long and successful career. He is the character. Between his facial expressions, his mannerisms, and well practiced accent for the part he left me wanting to be on that ranch just to ride on his side of the range war. The whole series is an experience but I'll have to say that there is a reason the story had him as central and choosing Voight to play the part made it work.
He receives the National Medal of Arts for President Trump
He blasts Hollywood Liberals, Atheists, and Marxists. You have to give him credit not only for his acting ability but for his willingness to speak out in defense of his beliefs.
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Redford Retiring at 82
Redford Retires
He did play some great parts. Fortunately we have film so those parts are indelible and like all actors before him there does come a time to walk away.
He did play some great parts. Fortunately we have film so those parts are indelible and like all actors before him there does come a time to walk away.
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