Journeys in Classic Film Posted by on June 30, 2013

A Life Of Her Own starts with such promise in its attempts to showcase the harsh world of the modeling industry.  Unfortunately, the script takes a left turn into domestic melodrama, complete with infidelity, undermining everything that’s been built up.  With engaging performances from Ann Dvo   read more

Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on January 13, 2011

A Life of Her Own(1950). Directed by George Cukor. Cast: Lana Turner, Ray Milland and Ann Dvorak Aspiring model Lily Brannel James, travels to New York City to apply to the Thomas Caraway Model Agency. After she is hired by Tom Caraway, Lily quickly become friends with former top model,...   read more