Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on July 13, 2013

From the brilliant minds of Aurora of Once Upon A Screen (@citizenscreen) and AnnMarie of Classic Movie Blog (@ClassicMovieBlog), it's the Dynamic Duos in Classic Film Blogathon. Of all the potential duos available- siblings, rivalries, best pals... my first thought turned to my favorite married cou   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on June 5, 2013

Recently, my husband and I drove to the birthplace of John Wayne of Winterset, Iowa. Every year, the entire town holds a big gala to commemorate the Duke's birthday with a 3-day series of special events which takes place the weekend closest to his birthday anniversary (May 26, 1907). I'm...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on June 5, 2013

Recently, my husband and I drove to the birthplace of John Wayne of Winterset, Iowa. Every year, the entire town holds a big gala to commemorate the Duke's birthday with a 3-day series of special events which takes place the weekend closest to his birthday anniversary (May 26, 1907). I'm...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on May 30, 2013

The following post is an entry to the Howard Hawks Blogathon, hosted by twitter pal and movie blogging wonder Ratnakar Sadasyula aka @ScorpiusMaximus of the http://seetimaar.wordpress.com site. No matter what your favorite film genre is, Howard Hawks aims to please. Director/Producer/Screenwriter Ha   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on May 30, 2013

The following post is an entry to the Howard Hawks Blogathon, hosted by twitter pal and movie blogging wonder Ratnakar Sadasyula aka @ScorpiusMaximus of the http://seetimaar.wordpress.com site. No matter what your favorite film genre is, Howard Hawks aims to please. Director/Producer/Screenwriter Ha   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on April 25, 2013

People love to be scared. Whether it's riding a plummeting roller coaster or watching a horror flick, the business of raising the adrenaline continues to be a serious money-maker. While my stomach cannot handle the flip-flops of amusement parks as in my youth, I have always enjoyed the fright of...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on April 25, 2013

People love to be scared. Whether it's riding a plummeting roller coaster or watching a horror flick, the business of raising the adrenaline continues to be a serious money-maker. While my stomach cannot handle the flip-flops of amusement parks as in my youth, I have always enjoyed the fright of...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on March 29, 2013

I am thrilled to participate in The Hollywood Revue's Fashion In Film Blogathon. I have always been a passionate fan of both topics- fashion and film. To my fellow film pals, my joy for cinema is probably obvious. But I started my love for fashion at the same young age....   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on March 29, 2013

I am thrilled to participate in The Hollywood Revue's Fashion In Film Blogathon. I have always been a passionate fan of both topics- fashion and film. To my fellow film pals, my joy for cinema is probably obvious. But I started my love for fashion at the same young age....   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on March 7, 2013

I live in the 'sunflower state' of Kansas, which has its benefits. No- not the weather or politics or an ocean view. But a rich history in silent film? Surprisingly, a resounding yes. It's the birthplace to such silent star legends as Buster Keaton, Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, Louise Brooks, Charles...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on March 7, 2013

I live in the 'sunflower state' of Kansas, which has its benefits. No- not the weather or politics or an ocean view. But a rich history in silent film? Surprisingly, a resounding yes. It's the birthplace to such silent star legends as Buster Keaton, Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, Louise Brooks, Charles...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on March 3, 2013

We have finally arrived to the 5th and last week of the 31 DAYS OF OSCAR Blogathon. It's been a wondrous journey of incredibly talented bloggers writing on what they're most passionate, crowning achievements in cinema. I'm in awe of the caliber of excellence in writing each week throughout this...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on March 3, 2013

We have finally arrived to the 5th and last week of the 31 DAYS OF OSCAR Blogathon. It's been a wondrous journey of incredibly talented bloggers writing on what they're most passionate, crowning achievements in cinema. I'm in awe of the caliber of excellence in writing each week throughout this...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on February 21, 2013

When my fellow gal pals Aurora of Once Upon A Screen and Paula of Paula's Cinema Club and I decided to do another blogathon, #31DaysOfOscar was created. The idea was to bring together film bloggers of all genres to blog about the very best in film as celebrated by the...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on February 21, 2013

When my fellow gal pals Aurora of Once Upon A Screen and Paula of Paula's Cinema Club and I decided to do another blogathon, #31DaysOfOscar was created. The idea was to bring together film bloggers of all genres to blog about the very best in film as celebrated by the...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on February 17, 2013

The following post is an entry to the CMBA Blogathon, "Fabulous films of the 1940's." As a new member to the Classic Movie Blog Association, I am happy to participate in this event taking place Feb. 17-22. With so many gems available in films from this decade, it was tough...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on February 17, 2013

The following post is an entry to the CMBA Blogathon, "Fabulous films of the 1940's." As a new member to the Classic Movie Blog Association, I am happy to participate in this event taking place Feb. 17-22. With so many gems available in films from this decade, it was tough...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on February 2, 2013

When I heard that Rick of the Classic TV Blog Association was to host the CLASSIC TV VARIETY SHOW BLOGATHON, my mind flooded with all the possibilities. The variety show format was in its hey-day in the 1950's through 1970's. With much of my childhood spanning the late 60's and...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on February 2, 2013

When I heard that Rick of the Classic TV Blog Association was to host the CLASSIC TV VARIETY SHOW BLOGATHON, my mind flooded with all the possibilities. The variety show format was in its hey-day in the 1950's through 1970's. With much of my childhood spanning the late 60's and...   read more

Outspoken and Freckled Posted by Irish Jayhawk on February 1, 2013

The red carpet is rolled out, the limos are lined up, the Harry Winston jewelry and hottest designer gowns are perfectly fitted and the envelopes are sealed ... it's time for Oscar. Well, almost. To add to the building excitement of this momentous showcase of the very best in cinema,...   read more