Classic Movies Posted by KC on August 20, 2020

Before I saw Million Dollar Mermaid (1952) for the first time, I read the passage in Esther William’s juicy memoir about the hot after hours affair she had with co-star Victor Mature. For that reason, this film has always been extra spicy for me. I’ll never know how much of...   read more

The Old Hollywood Garden Posted by Carol Martinheira on August 12, 2018

DOUBLE BILL #17: Thrill of a Romance (1945) and Million Dollar Mermaid (1952) On August 12, 2018August 12, 2018 By CarolIn Uncategorized Summer’s here, so I thought I’d go for a summer-themed Double Bill this month. And yeah, there’s a lot   read more

Journeys in Classic Film Posted by on September 7, 2015

A few weeks ago I watched my first Esther Williams film, Dangerous When Wet (1953). During her heyday, Williams’ brand of swimming adventures were highly formulaic, escapist fare and I say they hold up extremely well in all their wacky aquatic acrobatics. Since then, I’ve been eager to c   read more

The Blonde At The Film Posted by Cameron on May 26, 2014

This is my contribution to the Classic Movie Blog Association’s Fabulous Films of the 50s Blogathon which runs May 22-26.  I’m thrilled to be participating, and it’s been great to read all the wonderful entries! Check them out here. My fabulous film of the 50s is Million Dollar Mer   read more

The Blonde At The Film Posted by Cameron on May 26, 2014

This is my contribution to the Classic Movie Blog Association’s Fabulous Films of the 50s Blogathon which runs May 22-26.  I’m thrilled to be participating, and it’s been great to read all the wonderful entries! Check them out here. My fabulous film of the 50s is Million Dollar Mer   read more

The Vintage Cameo Posted by Emily on June 12, 2013

I get the majority of my musical rentals from Netflix nowadays, which means I have to make the decision on my weekend viewing earlier in the week… so by an eerie coincidence, by the time I found out Esther Williams had died, Million Dollar Mermaid was already on its way to...   read more

Silver Scenes - A Blog for Classic Film Lovers Posted by The Metzinger Sisters on May 16, 2013

Our exclusive feature of the month - Esther Williams wedding photos! Oh you lucky people you. It isn't every movie blog that would hire a photographer to travel back in time to get some exclusive photos for their readers, but that's exactly what we did ( if you'd like to...   read more

Silver Scenes - A Blog for Classic Film Lovers Posted by The Metzinger Sisters on May 16, 2013

Our exclusive feature of the month - Esther Williams wedding photos! Oh you lucky people you. It isn't every movie blog that would hire a photographer to travel back in time to get some exclusive photos for their readers, but that's exactly what we did ( if you'd like to...   read more

Silver Scenes - A Blog for Classic Film Lovers Posted by The Metzinger Sisters on May 16, 2013

Our exclusive feature of the month - Esther Williams wedding photos! Oh you lucky people you. It isn't every movie blog that would hire a photographer to travel back in time to get some exclusive photos for their readers, but that's exactly what we did ( if you'd like to...   read more

Critica Retro Posted by Lê on March 28, 2011

A Rainha do Mar / Million Dollar Mermaid (1952) Quem seria mais adequada para viver uma nadadora pioneira do que Esther Williams? Nessa cinebiografia, na pele da campeã australiana Annette Kellerman (uau, quantas letras dobradas! Só perde para Tennessee Williams!), Esther conta a vida de uma pi   read more

Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on November 6, 2009

Million Dollar Mermaid, A perfect role for Esther Williams. A story inspired by the life of " Annette Kellerman," an Australian swimming champion and water ballet performer who performed in New York's Hippodrome. I thought Esther, did a wonderful acting tribute to Annette.The film starts off in Si   read more