Movie Monster? Hollywood has a long history of presenting scary monsters, whether from literature such as Frankenstein or frightening originals for the screen. The debate over which monster is truly the scariest may never be resolved but Hollywood Historian, Manny Pacheco, has offers favorite list. Of course, Art and John of Celebrating Act 2 add … Read more
We all have them…our favorite film that others pooh-pooh! But we don’t care. There’s just something about these guilty pleasures that we love! Manny shares with Art & John some of the most popular ‘Guilty Pleasures” from Hollywood. See if you can add your favorites! For more on Manny Pacheco go to www.ForgottenHollywood.com And listen … Read more
We love to hate them: The Villains in movies! They often make the film memorable and in this video Hollywood Historian, Manny Pacheco, talks about what he finds to be among the meanest characters in film. The discussion ranges from silent classics to modern slasher movies and includes evil gangsters and more…Who’s your favorite film … Read more
Author and entertainment biographer, Herbie J Pilato discusses his comprehensive look at the life of everyone’s favorite James Bond, Sean Connery. As he discusses, Connery lived a full and successful life and while the James Bond movie franchise gave him money and fame, there was a lot more to the complicated actor’s persona. It’s a … Read more
While we always talk about Hollywood, there have been a plethora of films made about New York City …and many made there as well to take advantage of the unique locations such as tall buildings, Central Park, etc. Hollywood Historian Manny Pacheco discusses some of the best known –and least remembered movies about NYC! We … Read more
After kindly quibbling over the number of novels she’s written (is it 66 …or over 70?) John and Art get the prolific JA JANCE to discuss her novel, Blessing of the Lost Girls, which for the first time brings together two of her popular characters…The Walker family and Sheriff Joanna Brady. As you’ll see, each … Read more
The “Supporting Cast” often makes the movie come alive and seem real…and no character is more important to the hero than the “Buddy” or the proverbial ‘Sidekick”. In this video Hollywood Historian, Manny Pacheco, discusses with Art and John the different type of buddies and sidekicks that are beloved by fans. Who is memorable for … Read more
John and Art interview Volunteer lecturer and organizer, Jessie Tromberg about the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) affiliated with the University of CA at Irvine (UCI). It’s a non-profit program aimed at seniors with a wide variety of ‘courses’ and classes on different topics. OLLI is a great resource for lifelong learning! For more on … Read more
Manny Pacheco joins Art and John of Celebrating Act 2 to talk about one of their favorite Actresses, Ida Lupino and why her screen career seemed so short! They discuss her noted roles as a Director and reveal her other accomplishments deserving of the title TRIPLE THREAT! You’ll be surprised at some of the Details … Read more
Did you know some of your favorite films –including many iconic classics — were FLOPS? Hollywood Historian Manny Pacheco discusses box office losers in terms of profitability –many of which are considered artistic gems…and in the process defined what is a FLOP! It’s a fun look at the dual aspect of SHOW- BUSINESS. Join in … Read more