In this episode author, broadcaster and Hollywood Historian, Manny Pacheco, goes out on a limb to pick a few Hollywood films from the early 21st century which he feels are destined to be labeled “CLASSIC” sometime in the future! Of course we all know that Manny has his own taste, so you may want to … Read more
Was the atmosphere for Leading Male Actors unique between the 2 wold wars –in the 1930’s and 40’s? Was there ever a richer period for ‘Leading Men’? As Manny Pacheco recounts some of the names considered among ‘favorites’ it becomes obvious how difficult it would be to choose (only) a top 10! AND how many … Read more
Hollywood Historian, Manny Pacheco, recalls a true forgotten Hollywood hero, Make-up Artist, Jack Pierce, who created the iconic look of the most famous screen monsters, including Frankenstein. The Mummy; the Wolfman and more. He takes us behind the scenes to explain just how important Pierce’s contribution was not only to Universal Pictures but to the … Read more
Hollywood Historian, Manny Pacheco, announces that the Laurel & Hardy Appreciation Society is partnering with Forgotten Hollywood to bring recognition to filmmaker Robert Youngson and his work by getting out the vote to the Library Of Congress to preserve Youngson’s pioneering work preserving silent comedies! Manny talks about the Laurel and Hardy fan organization and … Read more
While briefly recounting this year’s TCM Film Festival, Manny Pacheco brought up a major Hollywood event: the 100th Anniversary celebration of WARNER BROS — one of moviedom’s most famous studios. The conversation focuses on the history of the studio and its place among the ‘Majors’. It’s a nostalgic look at a Hollywood Studio, counting its … Read more
Hollywood Historian, Manny Pacheco, talks in detail about the meteoric rise of Orson Welles and about this tragic career. It’s the stuff of Hollywood Legends …and it’s all real! For more on Manny Pacheco go to www.ForgottenHollywood.com And listen to his podcast with over 90 episodes on Spotify Visit our website www.CelebratingAct2.com Celebrating Act 2™ … Read more
John and Art of Celebrating Act 2™ talk with prolific author and old friend, Herbie J Pilato, about his new book which takes an IN-DEPTH analysis of Classic Television through the 1950s to 1970s. Herbie J has created a meaningful tome not only for Baby Boomers who originally watched these shows but he presents many … Read more
Welcome your new HOST Manny Pacheco, as he turns the tables to interview John & Art of Celebrating act 2. You’ll find they have eclectic tastes in movies but nothing Manny hasn’t heard before. It’s a different approach to Manny’s favorite topic:MOVIES For more on Manny Pacheco go to www.ForgottenHollywood.com And listen to his podcast … Read more
As a premier venue for every stripe of fine film, the annual TCM Classic Film Fest is an afficionado’s dream. Hollywood Historian Manny Pacheco is a regular there as part of the Press Corps and in 2022 was accompanied by a camera crew from Celebrating Act 2 to capture the fans, celebrities and activities. In … Read more
The discussion begins with the plethora of POP Hits songwriter Burt Bacharach had— and how so many were utilized in MOVIES. But Hollywood Historian points out that he was more than a SONG writer and was in high demand as a film composer doing the full score for a number of films as well as … Read more