PUBLIC HERO #1

PUBLIC HERO #1 is a 1935 MGM gangster story with some comedic elements. Much of the film is inspired by the criminal life of John Dillinger. The movie begins with Jeff Crane (Chester Morris) being incarcerated in a large prison. Once inside, Crane goes out of his way to cause as much trouble as poss... Read full article

Bill Forsyth’s Films: Gregory’s Girl, Local Hero, Etc.

Bill Forsyth is a director who has flown under my radar, and yet only after a week’s time and a handful of films, he’s quietly become a new favorite. Now I heartily understand why he’s one of Scotland’s most beloved directors. Part of his appeal is because he wrote and direct... Read full article

Musical Monday: High School Hero (1946)

It’s no secret that the Hollywood Comet loves musicals. In 2010, I revealed I had seen 400 movie musicals over the course of eight years. Now that number is over 600. To celebrate and share this musical love, here is my weekly feature about musicals. This week’s musical: High School Hero (1946) ... Read full article

No Name on The Bullet (1959): America’s Hero Becomes a Villain

“We might be the only two honest men in town.” – Audie Murphy as John Gant Audie Murphy had the added reputation of being a hero in real life, and so it hardly hurt him in his efforts to portray valorous protagonists on the big screen. However, despite being a fairly humble effort,... Read full article

THE SEND IN THE MARINES BLOG-A-THON: Hail the Conquering Hero, 1944

In celebration of the November 10, 1775 founding of the U.S. Marine Corps. the websites Dubsism and RealWeegieMidget Reviews are hosting The Send in the Marines Blog-a-thon. Click HERE to begin reading. Aunt Martha (Elizabeth Patterson): "Well, that's the war for you. It's always hard on ... Read full article