Turner Classic Movies preview for March 2013. A look at the TCM March 2013 daytime schedule with recommendations made for every day March 4-31. Greer Garson Star of the Month coverage to follow.
TCM’s 31 Days of Oscar – 3 Lists, 18 Picks for February 2013 on TCM
It’s largely same old, same old for TCM’s 31 Days of Oscar throughout February 2013. But here are three lists pointing to a total of 18 titles I either recommend or am curious about for myself.
Cary Grant Comes to Paramount, Leaves to Become Screen Legend
Archie Leach comes to Paramount, becomes Cary Grant. Cary Grant leaves Paramount to become a legendary star. Post includes some old Archie Leach ads, more.
January 2013 TCM Preview – A Look Inside My Now Playing Guide
Turner Classic Movies preview for January 2013. TCM Star of the Month is Loretta Young but this preview post offers a peek at mostly the hidden gems found in the daylight and late night hours.
Loretta Young TCM Star of the Month January 2013 Centennial
A biography of Loretta Young, the January 2013 TCM Star of the Month on the centennial of her birth. Rare Loretta Young quotes and the entire TCM schedule along with images of vintage collectibles.
Una Merkel – Biographical Notes and Quotes
A critique of the 2012 TCM Una Merkel birthday schedule along with highlights of her biography and several quotes attributed to her throughout her career.
Barbara Stanwyck, Biographical Beginnings to Baby Face and Beyond
A Barbara Stanwyck biography that leaps over Hollywood highlights in favor of her early days as Ruby Stevens, including the popular theory about her name change. Following that a jump forward to look at Stanwyck’s later career. A brief case is made for Baby Face (1933) as her defining performance.
December 2012 TCM Preview – A Look Inside My Now Playing Guide
Turner Classic Movies preview for December 2012. TCM Star of the Month is Barbara Stanwyck and, as always, December features many classic Christmas movies. A look at several hidden gems in the daylight and late night hours.
October 2012 TCM Preview – A Look Inside My Now Playing Guide
Turner Classic Movies preview for October 2012. TCM Star of the Month is Spencer Tracy and, as usual, October features many classic horror movies. A look at several hidden gems in the daylight and late night hours.
September 2012 TCM Preview – A Look Inside My Now Playing Guide
Lauren Bacall is TCM’s Star of the Month for September. TCM preview for September includes Mack Sennett and birthdays for Garbo and Colbert.