Classic Movie Hub Blog Posted by Annmarie Gatti on May 3, 2016

Max Fleischer Universe: Betty Boop’s “Little Pal” (1934, d. Dave Fleischer) I am here to sing the praises of Max Fleischer’s September 1934 animation gem “Betty Boop’s Little Pal”, which introduced the character of Pudgy the Pup. Pudgy, like Betty, was a p   read more

Love Letters to Old Hollywood Posted by Michaela on February 4, 2015

When I heard about Platinum Blonde, I was intrigued. Jean Harlow directed by Frank Capra in a pre-Code comedy? Yes, please! But then I actually saw the film. I was expecting Harlow to be her typical self—brassy, seductive, funny, gorgeous… So, I was confused when it turned out that Jean   read more

The Movie Rat Posted by Bernardo Villela on April 20, 2014

There have not been that many selections thus far this April. It has become an impromptu Mickey Rooney tribute as well. This film is a decent, if ham-fisted tale of a doctor who is an idealist and loses his way. There are pretty big lulls but holds interest a lot...   read more