Most of us know Betty Grable from the famous pin-up copied by the cover artwork for this release; by 1944 Ms. Grable was Fox’s biggest earner, and the Armed Force’s most popular daydream babe both back home and at the front. This movie pulled in the multitudes, even though Betty doesn’t even play a model suitable for pin-up duty! But just imagine: in almost any town during wartime with a war industry somewhere nearby, movie theaters played around the clock, with sold-out audiences, to accommodate swing shift defense workers.
Pin Up Girl
Blu-ray
Twilight Time
1944 / Color / 1:37 Academy / 84 min. / Street Date June 18, 2019 / Available from Twilight Time Movies / 29.95
Starring: Betty Grable, John Harvey, Martha Raye, Joe E. Brown, Eugene Pallette, Dorothea Kent, Dave Willock.
Cinematography: Ernest Palmer
Choreography: Hermes Pan
Original Music: Song Score Ð James V. Monaco (Music)/Mack Gordon (Lyrics); Charles Henderson, Emil Newman (Musical Directors)
Written by Robert Ellis,...
Pin Up Girl
Blu-ray
Twilight Time
1944 / Color / 1:37 Academy / 84 min. / Street Date June 18, 2019 / Available from Twilight Time Movies / 29.95
Starring: Betty Grable, John Harvey, Martha Raye, Joe E. Brown, Eugene Pallette, Dorothea Kent, Dave Willock.
Cinematography: Ernest Palmer
Choreography: Hermes Pan
Original Music: Song Score Ð James V. Monaco (Music)/Mack Gordon (Lyrics); Charles Henderson, Emil Newman (Musical Directors)
Written by Robert Ellis,...
- 7/23/2019
- by Glenn Erickson
- Trailers from Hell
"I came to movies through books," writes David Bordwell in an entry marking the publication of the 11th edition of Film Art: An Introduction, which he's co-written with Kristin Thompson and Jeff Smith. Over the years, Film Art has become by far the most-assigned textbook on cinema and Bordwell has decided to "wax a little personal and talk about how Film Art has reflected my developing ideas about movies." Also: Jonathan Rosenbaum on books by Peter Wollen, James Monaco and Edward Mendelson; a new collection on Claire Denis; a profile of Joan Didion; a duel biography of Andy Griffith and Don Knotts; and a memoir from Joel Grey. » - David Hudson...
- 2/7/2016
- Keyframe
"I came to movies through books," writes David Bordwell in an entry marking the publication of the 11th edition of Film Art: An Introduction, which he's co-written with Kristin Thompson and Jeff Smith. Over the years, Film Art has become by far the most-assigned textbook on cinema and Bordwell has decided to "wax a little personal and talk about how Film Art has reflected my developing ideas about movies." Also: Jonathan Rosenbaum on books by Peter Wollen, James Monaco and Edward Mendelson; a new collection on Claire Denis; a profile of Joan Didion; a duel biography of Andy Griffith and Don Knotts; and a memoir from Joel Grey. » - David Hudson...
- 2/7/2016
- Fandor: Keyframe
Anne Marie is charting Judy Garland's career through musical numbers...
In 1936, 14 year old Judy was selected to perform at Clark Gable's birthday party. Gable, the biggest MGM star at that time, was to have an all out bash. For Judy's performance, Roger Edens wrote an intro lyric to an old MGM property, "You Made Me Love You," which directed the 1917 song specifically at Gable. At the party, Judy jumped out of a cake and sang the star his song, charming not only the birthday boy, but also his boss, Louis B. Mayer.
The Movie: Broadway Melody of 1938 (MGM, 1937)
The Songwriter: James V. Monaco (music), Joseph McCarthy (lyrics), Roger Edens (new title & intro)
The Players: Eleanor Powell, Robert Taylor, Judy Garland, Clark Gable's photo, directed by Roy del Ruth
The Story: The result of her hit at the birthday party was that Judy Garland was cast...
In 1936, 14 year old Judy was selected to perform at Clark Gable's birthday party. Gable, the biggest MGM star at that time, was to have an all out bash. For Judy's performance, Roger Edens wrote an intro lyric to an old MGM property, "You Made Me Love You," which directed the 1917 song specifically at Gable. At the party, Judy jumped out of a cake and sang the star his song, charming not only the birthday boy, but also his boss, Louis B. Mayer.
The Movie: Broadway Melody of 1938 (MGM, 1937)
The Songwriter: James V. Monaco (music), Joseph McCarthy (lyrics), Roger Edens (new title & intro)
The Players: Eleanor Powell, Robert Taylor, Judy Garland, Clark Gable's photo, directed by Roy del Ruth
The Story: The result of her hit at the birthday party was that Judy Garland was cast...
- 1/27/2016
- by Anne Marie
- FilmExperience
Committing any crime no matter how heinous during a designated 12-hour period is an American citizen’s right in The Purge: Anarchy, but those prowling the streets will encounter a group of strangers who will exercise their right to fiercely fight back to survive the night. From Universal Studios Home Entertainment, The Purge: Anarchy is coming to Blu-ray and DVD this Halloween season.
The Purge: Anarchy hits home media on October 21st with the following bonus features:
Bonus Features Exclusive to Blu-Ray
Deleted Scenes Digital HD UltraViolet Digital Copy
Bonus Features on Blu-Ray and DVD
Behind the Anarchy: Take a front row seat for the action and adrenaline of The Purge as you join the cast and crew on the streets during the madness of the annual ritual.
James Monaco, who wrote, produced, and directed the first movie, returns with a new cast that includes Frank Grillo, Michael K. Williams,...
The Purge: Anarchy hits home media on October 21st with the following bonus features:
Bonus Features Exclusive to Blu-Ray
Deleted Scenes Digital HD UltraViolet Digital Copy
Bonus Features on Blu-Ray and DVD
Behind the Anarchy: Take a front row seat for the action and adrenaline of The Purge as you join the cast and crew on the streets during the madness of the annual ritual.
James Monaco, who wrote, produced, and directed the first movie, returns with a new cast that includes Frank Grillo, Michael K. Williams,...
- 9/4/2014
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
The annual Purge is nearly upon us with The Purge: Anarchy arriving to theaters on July 18th and we have a new clip that shows you just how dangerous it is for those that remain outdoors:
“The New Founders of America invite you to celebrate your annual right to Purge. The Purge: Anarchy, the sequel to summer 2013¹s sleeper hit that opened to No. 1 at the box-office, sees the return of writer/director/producer James DeMonaco to craft the next terrifying chapter of dutiful citizens preparing for their country¹s yearly 12 hours of anarchy. Returning alongside DeMonaco to produce the sequel to 2013¹s sleeper hit are Blumhouse Productions¹ Jason Blum (Paranormal Activity and Insidious series), alongside Sébastien K. Lemercier (Assault on Precinct 13, Four Lovers) and Platinum Dunes partners Michael Bay (Pain & Gain, Transformers franchise), Brad Fuller (The Amityville Horror, A Nightmare on Elm Street) and Andrew Form (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre,...
“The New Founders of America invite you to celebrate your annual right to Purge. The Purge: Anarchy, the sequel to summer 2013¹s sleeper hit that opened to No. 1 at the box-office, sees the return of writer/director/producer James DeMonaco to craft the next terrifying chapter of dutiful citizens preparing for their country¹s yearly 12 hours of anarchy. Returning alongside DeMonaco to produce the sequel to 2013¹s sleeper hit are Blumhouse Productions¹ Jason Blum (Paranormal Activity and Insidious series), alongside Sébastien K. Lemercier (Assault on Precinct 13, Four Lovers) and Platinum Dunes partners Michael Bay (Pain & Gain, Transformers franchise), Brad Fuller (The Amityville Horror, A Nightmare on Elm Street) and Andrew Form (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre,...
- 7/11/2014
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
The annual Purge is nearly upon us with The Purge: Anarchy arriving to theaters on July 18th and Universal has given us a new look at the movie in the first two clips:
“The New Founders of America invite you to celebrate your annual right to Purge. The Purge: Anarchy, the sequel to summer 2013¹s sleeper hit that opened to No. 1 at the box-office, sees the return of writer/director/producer James DeMonaco to craft the next terrifying chapter of dutiful citizens preparing for their country¹s yearly 12 hours of anarchy. Returning alongside DeMonaco to produce the sequel to 2013¹s sleeper hit are Blumhouse Productions¹ Jason Blum (Paranormal Activity and Insidious series), alongside Sébastien K. Lemercier (Assault on Precinct 13, Four Lovers) and Platinum Dunes partners Michael Bay (Pain & Gain, Transformers franchise), Brad Fuller (The Amityville Horror, A Nightmare on Elm Street) and Andrew Form (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Friday the 13th).”
James Monaco,...
“The New Founders of America invite you to celebrate your annual right to Purge. The Purge: Anarchy, the sequel to summer 2013¹s sleeper hit that opened to No. 1 at the box-office, sees the return of writer/director/producer James DeMonaco to craft the next terrifying chapter of dutiful citizens preparing for their country¹s yearly 12 hours of anarchy. Returning alongside DeMonaco to produce the sequel to 2013¹s sleeper hit are Blumhouse Productions¹ Jason Blum (Paranormal Activity and Insidious series), alongside Sébastien K. Lemercier (Assault on Precinct 13, Four Lovers) and Platinum Dunes partners Michael Bay (Pain & Gain, Transformers franchise), Brad Fuller (The Amityville Horror, A Nightmare on Elm Street) and Andrew Form (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Friday the 13th).”
James Monaco,...
- 7/3/2014
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
The annual Purge is nearly upon us with The Purge: Anarchy arriving to theaters on July 18th, and Universal has released a new trailer that gives us nearly three minutes of footage from the movie:
“The New Founders of America invite you to celebrate your annual right to Purge. The Purge: Anarchy, the sequel to summer 2013¹s sleeper hit that opened to No. 1 at the box-office, sees the return of writer/director/producer James DeMonaco to craft the next terrifying chapter of dutiful citizens preparing for their country¹s yearly 12 hours of anarchy. Returning alongside DeMonaco to produce the sequel to 2013¹s sleeper hit are Blumhouse Productions¹ Jason Blum (Paranormal Activity and Insidious series), alongside Sébastien K. Lemercier (Assault on Precinct 13, Four Lovers) and Platinum Dunes partners Michael Bay (Pain & Gain, Transformers franchise), Brad Fuller (The Amityville Horror, A Nightmare on Elm Street) and Andrew Form (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre,...
“The New Founders of America invite you to celebrate your annual right to Purge. The Purge: Anarchy, the sequel to summer 2013¹s sleeper hit that opened to No. 1 at the box-office, sees the return of writer/director/producer James DeMonaco to craft the next terrifying chapter of dutiful citizens preparing for their country¹s yearly 12 hours of anarchy. Returning alongside DeMonaco to produce the sequel to 2013¹s sleeper hit are Blumhouse Productions¹ Jason Blum (Paranormal Activity and Insidious series), alongside Sébastien K. Lemercier (Assault on Precinct 13, Four Lovers) and Platinum Dunes partners Michael Bay (Pain & Gain, Transformers franchise), Brad Fuller (The Amityville Horror, A Nightmare on Elm Street) and Andrew Form (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre,...
- 6/23/2014
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
We recently showed you a teaser trailer for The Purge: Anarchy and Universal has followed that up with a new full theatrical trailer that gives us a much better look at the upcoming sequel.
Originally due out in theaters on June 20th, The Purge: Anarchy will now be released on July 18th. James Monaco, who wrote, produced, and directed the first movie, with a new cast that includes Frank Grillo, Michael K. Williams, Carmen Ejogo, Zach Gilford and Kiele Sanchez.
“The New Founders of America invite you to celebrate your annual right to Purge. The Purge: Anarchy, the sequel to summer 2013¹s sleeper hit that opened to No. 1 at the box-office, sees the return of writer/director/producer James DeMonaco to craft the next terrifying chapter of dutiful citizens preparing for their country¹s yearly 12 hours of anarchy. Returning alongside DeMonaco to produce the sequel to 2013¹s sleeper hit are...
Originally due out in theaters on June 20th, The Purge: Anarchy will now be released on July 18th. James Monaco, who wrote, produced, and directed the first movie, with a new cast that includes Frank Grillo, Michael K. Williams, Carmen Ejogo, Zach Gilford and Kiele Sanchez.
“The New Founders of America invite you to celebrate your annual right to Purge. The Purge: Anarchy, the sequel to summer 2013¹s sleeper hit that opened to No. 1 at the box-office, sees the return of writer/director/producer James DeMonaco to craft the next terrifying chapter of dutiful citizens preparing for their country¹s yearly 12 hours of anarchy. Returning alongside DeMonaco to produce the sequel to 2013¹s sleeper hit are...
- 3/28/2014
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
We recently showed you the first trailer for The Purge: Anarchy, but you’re going to have to wait a bit longer to see the movie, as Universal has pushed it back one month.
Originally due out in theaters on June 20th, The Purge: Anarchy will now be released on July 18th. Other movies set for release on that weekend include Jupiter Ascending and Planes: Fire and Rescue.
James Monaco, who wrote, produced, and directed the first movie, has returned for the sequel that appears to take quite a different approach from the first film, which took place mainly inside a single home. The new cast includes Frank Grillo, Michael K. Williams, Carmen Ejogo, Zach Gilford and Kiele Sanchez.
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Originally due out in theaters on June 20th, The Purge: Anarchy will now be released on July 18th. Other movies set for release on that weekend include Jupiter Ascending and Planes: Fire and Rescue.
James Monaco, who wrote, produced, and directed the first movie, has returned for the sequel that appears to take quite a different approach from the first film, which took place mainly inside a single home. The new cast includes Frank Grillo, Michael K. Williams, Carmen Ejogo, Zach Gilford and Kiele Sanchez.
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- 3/1/2014
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
It’s been less than a year since the release of The Purge and we already have the first trailer for the upcoming sequel, titled The Purge: Anarchy. James Monaco, who wrote, produced, and directed the first movie, has returned for the sequel that appears to take quite a different approach from the first film, which took place mainly inside a single home.
Due out in theaters on June 20th, the new cast for the movie includes Frank Grillo, Michael K. Williams, Carmen Ejogo, Zach Gilford and Kiele Sanchez. We’ve updated this story with the first photos and teaser poster.
The post Watch the First Trailer for The Purge: Anarchy appeared first on Daily Dead.
Due out in theaters on June 20th, the new cast for the movie includes Frank Grillo, Michael K. Williams, Carmen Ejogo, Zach Gilford and Kiele Sanchez. We’ve updated this story with the first photos and teaser poster.
The post Watch the First Trailer for The Purge: Anarchy appeared first on Daily Dead.
- 2/12/2014
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
The Purge had such a successful opening weekend at the box office that a sequel went into development almost right away. The first bit of casting news came in last week and we now have word of four additional actors who are taking part in the movie.
According to THR, previously announced Frank Grillo will star in The Purge 2 with Michael K. Williams (Boardwalk Empire), Carmen Ejogo, Zach Gilford (Friday Night Lights) and Kiele Sanchez (A Perfect Getaway). Unfortunately, plot details are being kept secret, but we know that James Monaco, who wrote, produced, and directed the first movie, has returned for the sequel. We’ll let readers know as soon as more details become available, but for those that missed the first movie, here’s the synopsis:
“One night a year, all crime is legal and no one is safe in The Purge, a thought-provoking thriller from director...
According to THR, previously announced Frank Grillo will star in The Purge 2 with Michael K. Williams (Boardwalk Empire), Carmen Ejogo, Zach Gilford (Friday Night Lights) and Kiele Sanchez (A Perfect Getaway). Unfortunately, plot details are being kept secret, but we know that James Monaco, who wrote, produced, and directed the first movie, has returned for the sequel. We’ll let readers know as soon as more details become available, but for those that missed the first movie, here’s the synopsis:
“One night a year, all crime is legal and no one is safe in The Purge, a thought-provoking thriller from director...
- 12/18/2013
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
In case you missed the news, a sequel to The Purge is on the way. The plot of new movie is still being kept a secret, but a new report reveals that Frank Grillo has been cast in the lead role. Frank Grillo may not be a household name yet, but he’s a name you’ll be hearing quite a bit. On top of his recent appearance in The Grey, we’ll see him soon in Captain America: The Winter Solider and James Wan’s Demonic.
James Monaco wrote, produced, and directed the first movie and has returned for the sequel. We’ll let readers know as soon as more details become available, but for those that missed the first movie, here’s the synopsis:
“One night a year, all crime is legal and no one is safe in The Purge, a thought-provoking thriller from director and writer...
James Monaco wrote, produced, and directed the first movie and has returned for the sequel. We’ll let readers know as soon as more details become available, but for those that missed the first movie, here’s the synopsis:
“One night a year, all crime is legal and no one is safe in The Purge, a thought-provoking thriller from director and writer...
- 12/12/2013
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
While many felt that The Purge had a stronger concept than execution, it was a huge success at the box office. With a production budget of $3 million, the movie earned $89 million worldwide at the box office. Sequel plans began even before The Purge opened in theaters and we now know when it will be released.
The Purge 2 will be released by Universal on June 20th, 2014. James Monaco wrote, produced, and directed the first movie and will return for the sequel. There are no details on the direction this story will take, but we’ll let readers know as soon as more information becomes available. Other movies set to open on June 20th include Jersey Boys and Think Like a Man Too.
For those that missed the first movie, here’s the synopsis: “One night a year, all crime is legal and no one is safe in The Purge, a...
The Purge 2 will be released by Universal on June 20th, 2014. James Monaco wrote, produced, and directed the first movie and will return for the sequel. There are no details on the direction this story will take, but we’ll let readers know as soon as more information becomes available. Other movies set to open on June 20th include Jersey Boys and Think Like a Man Too.
For those that missed the first movie, here’s the synopsis: “One night a year, all crime is legal and no one is safe in The Purge, a...
- 11/20/2013
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Looking back at 2012 on what films moved and impressed us, it is clear that watching old films is a crucial part of making new films meaningful. Thus, the annual tradition of our end of year poll, which calls upon our writers to pick both a new and an old film: they were challenged to choose a new film they saw in 2012—in theaters or at a festival—and creatively pair it with an old film they also saw in 2012 to create a unique double feature.
All the contributors were asked to write a paragraph explaining their 2012 fantasy double feature. What's more, each writer was given the option to list more pairings, with or without explanation, as further imaginative film programming we'd be lucky to catch in that perfect world we know doesn't exist but can keep dreaming of every time we go to the movies.
How would you program some...
All the contributors were asked to write a paragraph explaining their 2012 fantasy double feature. What's more, each writer was given the option to list more pairings, with or without explanation, as further imaginative film programming we'd be lucky to catch in that perfect world we know doesn't exist but can keep dreaming of every time we go to the movies.
How would you program some...
- 1/9/2013
- by Daniel Kasman
- MUBI
Starting July 13th and running through September 2nd, prepare yourself to be transported to a summer vacation in France. All you have to do is check in at Tiff Cinematheque (350 King Street West, Toronto).
The 41-film sabbatical will make take you to popular and renowned destinations that include Jean-Luc Godard’s Pierrot le Fou (1965), Luis Buñuel’s Belle de Jour (1967), François Truffaut’s The 400 Blows (1959), and Jean Renoir’s La Grande Illusion (1937).
We’ll even be making stops at more remote, recherché locations, such as Jean Eustache’s The Mother and the Whore (1973) and Jean-Pierre Melville’s Army of Shadows (1969).
Remember to pack lightly, re-schedule accordingly, and prepare for the ultimate staycation. Bon voyage!
Screenings include:
La Grand Illusion (1937)
Friday July 13 at 6:00 Pm
Sunday July 22 at 7:30 Pm
117 minutes
Heralded as “one of the fifty best films in the history of cinema” by Time Out Film Guide, Jean Renoir...
The 41-film sabbatical will make take you to popular and renowned destinations that include Jean-Luc Godard’s Pierrot le Fou (1965), Luis Buñuel’s Belle de Jour (1967), François Truffaut’s The 400 Blows (1959), and Jean Renoir’s La Grande Illusion (1937).
We’ll even be making stops at more remote, recherché locations, such as Jean Eustache’s The Mother and the Whore (1973) and Jean-Pierre Melville’s Army of Shadows (1969).
Remember to pack lightly, re-schedule accordingly, and prepare for the ultimate staycation. Bon voyage!
Screenings include:
La Grand Illusion (1937)
Friday July 13 at 6:00 Pm
Sunday July 22 at 7:30 Pm
117 minutes
Heralded as “one of the fifty best films in the history of cinema” by Time Out Film Guide, Jean Renoir...
- 7/2/2012
- by Justin Li
- SoundOnSight
DVD Rating: 3.5/5.0 Chicago – The Criterion Collection expanded by two titles recently and fans of Andrzej Wajda and Roberto Rossellini will be happy to see two of their films in slots #463 and #464 in the most acclaimed series of DVDs in the history of the format. Rossellini’s “Il Generale Della Rovere” and Wajda’s “Danton” might not be as high-profile films as some recent Criterion releases, but they have been given the typically spectacular treatment that this company has been known for over the years.
Rossellini’s “Il Generale Della Rovere” is a transition film from one of the fathers of neorealism’s more human films of the ’40s and ’50s to his historically-based work of the ’60s and ’70s. The director is still most known for that early period with “Rome, Open City” being required viewing for anyone with the guts to call themselves a film historian.
Danton was released...
Rossellini’s “Il Generale Della Rovere” is a transition film from one of the fathers of neorealism’s more human films of the ’40s and ’50s to his historically-based work of the ’60s and ’70s. The director is still most known for that early period with “Rome, Open City” being required viewing for anyone with the guts to call themselves a film historian.
Danton was released...
- 4/13/2009
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
I had not yet seen a Roberto Rossellini film, which made Il Generale Della Rovere my debut feature from the helmer. No worries, I just queued Rome, Open City, which according to the video essay in the Della Rovere is his only other "big success." That statement, of course, is in reference to Rossellini's box-office prowess, and does not reflect his filmmaking ability or the effect his films had on cinema and his peers. Starring Italian cinema icon Vittorio De Sica (director of The Bicycle Thief) the film is set in Italy during World War II. Germans occupy the city of Genoa and Emanuele Bardone (De Sica) has made a nasty habit of taking advantage of his fellow Italians by exploiting their family losses and conning them into thinking he will help them find (and potentially save) their missing loved ones. As an addicted gambler he continues down a path...
- 3/30/2009
- by Brad Brevet
- Rope of Silicon
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