Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on October 21, 2016

The early 1900s were a fascinating time in cinematic history. Film was considered a novel but intriguing form of entertainment that would soon give way to a brand new industry. Moreover, film would have its fair share of pioneers—aspiring actors, directors, writers, etc.—eager to go West and cultiv   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on September 9, 2016

Tara, home to the character of Scarlett O’Hara, is one of the greatest and grandest movie homes in cinema history. The focal point of the 1939 classic, Gone with the Wind, Tara is the only constant in Scarlett’s life. While the South as Scarlett knows it crumbles into oblivion around he   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on September 9, 2016

Tara, home to the character of Scarlett O’Hara, is one of the greatest and grandest movie homes in cinema history. The focal point of the 1939 classic, Gone with the Wind, Tara is the only constant in Scarlett’s life. While the South as Scarlett knows it crumbles into oblivion around he   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on September 3, 2016

Although roughly 60 years have passed since the death of James Dean, his story and image fascinate filmgoers to this day. His personification of cool and epitomization of rebellion resound like a symphony to frustrated youth. A disciple of method acting, Dean did not merely portray his characters;   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on September 3, 2016

Although 70  years have passed since the death of James Dean, his story and image fascinate filmgoers to this day. His personification of cool and epitomization of rebellion resound like a symphony to frustrated youth. A disciple of method acting, Dean did not merely portray his characters; rather,   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on July 28, 2016

“The bad girls were so much fun to play. I wouldn’t have wanted to play Coleen Gray’s good-girl parts.” -Audrey Totter One of the greatest leading ladies in the film noir genre has to be Audrey Totter. Gifted in playing the “bad girl” roles necessary for this gen   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on July 28, 2016

“The bad girls were so much fun to play. I wouldn’t have wanted to play Coleen Gray’s good-girl parts.” -Audrey Totter One of the greatest leading ladies in the film noir genre has to be Audrey Totter. Gifted in playing the “bad girl” roles necessary for this gen   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on July 27, 2016

“My brother and I laughed a lot as kids. We came up in the middle of the Depression, and neither one of us knew we were poor. We had nothing, but we didn’t know it.” -Dick Van Dyke Dick Van Dyke is a person who seems to constantly exude and create...   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on July 27, 2016

“My brother and I laughed a lot as kids. We came up in the middle of the Depression, and neither one of us knew we were poor. We had nothing, but we didn’t know it.” -Dick Van Dyke Dick Van Dyke is a person who seems to constantly exude and create...   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on July 7, 2016

“I’d sing a song, and I could just see the guys getting this faraway expression. I knew they were going home in their minds.” -Frances Langford When World War II was in full swing, Hollywood responded. Actors enlisted to fight for their country (or were drafted, in some cases), th   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on July 7, 2016

“I’d sing a song, and I could just see the guys getting this faraway expression. I knew they were going home in their minds.” -Frances Langford When World War II was in full swing, Hollywood responded. Actors enlisted to fight for their country (or were drafted, in some cases), th   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on July 5, 2016

From Doctor Macro “I worked out of desperation. I used to hit fast and run in hopes that people wouldn’t realize that I really couldn’t do anything.” -Betty Hutton My first introduction to Betty Hutton was while watching a command performance hosted by Bob Hope, thanks to the   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on July 5, 2016

“I worked out of desperation. I used to hit fast and run in hopes that people wouldn’t realize that I really couldn’t do anything.” -Betty Hutton My first introduction to Betty Hutton was while watching a command performance hosted by Bob Hope, thanks to the magic of YouTube   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on July 3, 2016

“Remember that of all the elements that comprise a human being, the most important, the most essential, the one that will sustain, transcend, overcome and vanquish obstacles, is spirit!” -Buddy Ebsen To me, one of the most endearing stars working during Hollywood’s Golden Age was   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on July 3, 2016

“Remember that of all the elements that comprise a human being, the most important, the most essential, the one that will sustain, transcend, overcome and vanquish obstacles, is spirit!” -Buddy Ebsen To me, one of the most endearing stars working during Hollywood’s Golden Age was   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on July 1, 2016

“I may be a dumb blonde, but I’m not that blonde.” -Patrica Neal When I think of actresses who have overcome a great deal, I am often reminded of Patricia Neal. When she won an Oscar for Best Actress in 1964, she had already endured the death of her first child...   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on July 1, 2016

“I may be a dumb blonde, but I’m not that blonde.” -Patrica Neal When I think of actresses who have overcome a great deal, I am often reminded of Patricia Neal. When she won an Oscar for Best Actress in 1964, she had already endured the death of her first child...   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on June 25, 2016

“I was a homely kid with freckles that came out every spring and stuck on me till Christmas.” -Myrna Loy Being a fan of Art Deco, I am often drawn to Myrna Loy and the many films in which she starred, as so many of her screen portrayals were in...   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on June 25, 2016

“I was a homely kid with freckles that came out every spring and stuck on me till Christmas.” -Myrna Loy Being a fan of Art Deco, I am often drawn to Myrna Loy and the many films in which she starred, as so many of her screen portrayals were in...   read more

Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on May 25, 2016

“I’m not ashamed of being from Wisconsin. Just of being from Kenosha. It’s a terrible place.” –Orson Welles Orson Welles was one of the most multi-talented individuals in Hollywood history. As an actor, producer, writer, and director, Welles influenced American cinema   read more