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Why Classic Films Matter

October 11, 2011 By retromoviebuff 1 Comment

“You like old films? Why?” The tone varies- anything from mild incredulity to genuine pity, or just plain old curiosity- but the sentiment is the same. What’s the point of watching an old movie? The special effects are outdated, the performances likely cheesy and the stars are actors only your parents might recognize. If you […]

Filed Under: Film Appreciation Tagged With: Classic Hollywood, Film, Greta Garbo, Movies

Hooray for Hollywood

September 1, 2011 By retromoviebuff 1 Comment

It’s eight o’clock on a Saturday night: a little girl huddles on the sofa, hands over her eyes, peering at the television. Rod Taylor is caught in a desperate battle against morlocks and if he doesn’t succeed, surely the monsters will break out of their cave to invade her living room. Yesterday she cheered as […]

Filed Under: Film Appreciation Tagged With: Charlie Chaplin, Classic Hollywood, Film, MGM, Movies, Musicals

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