# bette davis (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover bette davis. Page: Feed: --- ## [The League Of Gentlemen(1960)](https://classicfilmandtvcorner.wordpress.com/2026/08/19/the-league-of-gentlemen1960/) _2026-08-19 · Classic Film And TV Corner · Classic Film And TV Corner_ The League Of Gentlemen makes it clear from its very first scene that this is to be a very unusual film. The opening sequence shows Jack Hawkins(looking dapper in a tuxedo) climbing up out of a manhole cover onto a deserted London street in the early hours of the morning. He narrowly avoids being drenched... Continue Reading → ## [Remembering Sharon Tate](https://classicfilmandtvcorner.wordpress.com/2026/08/09/remembering-sharon-tate/) _2026-08-09 · Classic Film And TV Corner · Classic Film And TV Corner_ Just wanted to share a photo tribute to Sharon on the anniversary of her murder. R.I.P to Jay, Sharon, Abigail, Wojciech, Steven and unborn baby Paul. R.I.P also to Leno and Rosemary LaBianca. Which of Sharon s films and performances are your favourites? ## [Woodfall Films And The British New Wave](https://classicfilmandtvcorner.wordpress.com/2026/08/04/woodfall-films-and-the-british-new-wave/) _2026-08-04 · Classic Film And TV Corner · Classic Film And TV Corner_ British society underwent a seismic change during the 1960 s, and this was reflected in the output from our film industry. Between 1959 and the mid 1960 s, a series of bold and fresh films began to be made which switched focus from the elegant drawing rooms and parties of wealthy characters, and focused instead upon working-class... Continue Reading ## [The 4th Master Of Suspense Blogathon Arrives](https://classicfilmandtvcorner.wordpress.com/2026/07/31/the-4th-master-of-suspense-blogathon-arrives/) _2026-07-31 · Classic Film And TV Corner · Classic Film And TV Corner_ Welcome to the fourth celebration of the work of director Alfred Hitchcock. I have decided to extend the blogathon to start today instead of tomorrow(1st of August). You now have three days of celebrations. As always, I am once again so grateful and thankful to everyone who takes part in this annual celebration. I have... Continue Reading ## [The Lady Vanishes(1938)](https://classicfilmandtvcorner.wordpress.com/2026/07/29/the-lady-vanishes1938/) _2026-07-29 · Classic Film And TV Corner · Classic Film And TV Corner_ The Lady Vanishes is one of my favourite Alfred Hitchcock films. It is one of his most playful and spontaneous. It is an excellent mystery thriller with a sinister undertone and plenty of humour thrown into the mix. A whistled tune turns out to be of vital international importance, major head trauma is somehow avoided when a heavy plant pot falls... Continue Reading ## [My Brilliant Career(1979)](https://classicfilmandtvcorner.wordpress.com/2026/07/16/my-brilliant-career1979/) _2026-07-16 · Classic Film And TV Corner · Classic Film And TV Corner_ Australian director Gillian Armstrong(Oscar And Lucinda, Mrs. Soffel) grew up in Melbourne during the 1950 s. At that time there was still the widely held societal expectation that girls should grow up to become wives and mothers. The few careers open to women included nursing and secretarial work. Armstrong wanted to follow a different path. She... Continue Reading ## [Farewell, Sam Neill(1947-2026)](https://classicfilmandtvcorner.wordpress.com/2026/07/13/farewell-sam-neill1947-2026/) _2026-07-13 · Classic Film And TV Corner · Classic Film And TV Corner_ Hearing the announcement this morning of Sam s sudden and unexpected death felt like a punch to my heart. He s been one of my favourite actors for so long. The following are my favourite films and performances of his: Reilly, Ace Of Spies(TV), Dead Calm, My Brilliant Career, Hunt For The Wilderpeople(a rare opportunity to use... Continue Reading ## [Now, Voyager(1942)](https://classicfilmandtvcorner.wordpress.com/2026/07/08/now-voyager1942/) _2026-07-08 · Classic Film And TV Corner · Classic Film And TV Corner_ Now, Voyager is based upon the 1941 novel of the same name, which was written by the American author Olive Higgins Prouty. Now, Voyager is the third in a series of five novels written by Prouty, all of which focus upon the Vale family of Boston. The title comes from Walt Whitman s poem The Untold... Continue Reading ## [All I Desire(1953)](https://classicfilmandtvcorner.wordpress.com/2026/07/06/all-i-desire1953/) _2026-07-06 · Classic Film And TV Corner · Classic Film And TV Corner_ I’ve decided to write about one of Barbara Stanwyck’s less well known and less discussed films. It is a film about love, family, second chances and following your heart wherever it may lead you. This gem features an excellent lead performance by Barbara Stanwyck. All I Desire was directed by Douglas Sirk, the undisputed master of classic... Continue Reading ## [The Audrey Hepburn Blogathon Arrives](https://classicfilmandtvcorner.wordpress.com/2026/06/12/the-audrey-hepburn-blogathon-arrives/) _2026-06-12 · Classic Film And TV Corner · Classic Film And TV Corner_ The big day is finally here! It is time to celebrate all things Audrey. Please check back to this post throughout today in order to read all of the fabulous reviews, articles and more as they come in. My thanks go to all of the participants for helping me celebrate Audrey s life and career. NitrateGlow... Continue Reading ## [AI News Summaries & Audio (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ZmJ53OpLwSu0) _2026-06-12 · **Sponsored**_ Tap an article for an AI summary and an audio briefing. ## [Doris Day's white dress and all her outfits in 'Pillow Talk' (1959)](https://www.reeloldmovies.com/2026/02/doris-days-white-dress-and-all-her.html) _2026-02-27 · ReelOldMovies.com · Reel Old Movies_ Doris Day's fashion and glamour were showcased in 1959's hit romantic comedy movie "Pillow Talk" with Rock Hudson. From the white evening dress with low-cut back to the red coat and leopard print hat, from the emerald green cape and dress to the perfect buttery yellow morning robe -- Doris Day wore all her Technicolor outfits in "Pillow Talk" with confidence and charisma! Here's a video with every… ## [10 silent films to watch, 100 years later (1926 edition)](https://www.reeloldmovies.com/2026/01/10-silent-films-to-watch-100-years.html) _2026-01-24 · ReelOldMovies.com · Reel Old Movies_ If you need inspiration of what to watch next or just want to check out some timeless screen gems (or both), the year 1926 was a good one for movies. A century of time doesn't diminish the entertainment! Take a look at a few 1926 silent movies across the action-adventure, romance, comedy and drama genres from 100 years ago: See historical content sensitivity warning below | Watch more classic… ## [10 silent films to watch, 100 years later (1925 edition)](https://www.reeloldmovies.com/2025/08/10-movies-1925-to-watch-a-century-later-mary-pickford-harold-lloyd.html) _2025-08-01 · ReelOldMovies.com · Reel Old Movies_ If you need inspiration of what to watch next or just want to check out some timeless screen gems (or both), the year 1925 was a good one for movies. A century of time doesn't diminish the entertainment! Take a look at a few 1925 silent movies across different genres from 100 years ago: See historical content sensitivity warning below | Watch more classic movies on YouTube ‘The Big Parade’… ## [6 Amazon Prime Day deals for classic movie fans -- 2025](https://www.reeloldmovies.com/2025/06/classic-film-old-movies-amazon-prime-day-deals-2025.html) _2025-07-06 · ReelOldMovies.com · Reel Old Movies_ Calling all classic movie fans! Check out these books this week during Amazon's Prime Day sale in July 2025 or if you need to top off your cart. From Old Hollywood trivia to a beginner's guide for newbies, and from Harold Lloyd to "It's a Wonderful Life," Reel Old Movies has a range of books for classic film fans. Here's a quick round-up of books from Reel Old Movies: Beginner's Guide to Classic… ## [Silent film rescue: Help preserve 2 movies for the public](https://www.reeloldmovies.com/2025/06/silent-film-preservation-donation-lost-movies.html) _2025-06-18 · ReelOldMovies.com · Reel Old Movies_ 👋 Hello, classic movie fans! Help me save some silent movies! ## [Best, first, most: Academy Award classic movie trivia](https://www.reeloldmovies.com/2025/03/oscars-movie-history-trivia.html) _2025-03-01 · ReelOldMovies.com · Reel Old Movies_ The 2025 Academy Awards are Sunday, March 2, but the first decades of Oscar honors were fertile ground for history-making movies. Take a look at a few of the best, some of the firsts and a couple of the mosts when it comes to the Academy Awards' golden statuette and the Golden Age of Hollywood. The first best picture nominees The first Academy Awards took place in 1929, honoring movies made from… ## [17 gift ideas for classic movie fans](https://www.reeloldmovies.com/2024/11/17-gift-ideas-for-classic-movie-fans.html) _2024-11-29 · ReelOldMovies.com · Reel Old Movies_ Whether it’s Christmas stocking stuffers, hostess gifts or holiday presents for family and friends, below are a few holiday gift ideas for the classic film fans in your life. And perhaps for yourself as well. Here are ideas for books, puzzles, decor/home and movie streaming and experiences: ## [Book now available: Comedy star Marie Dressler's autobiography](https://www.reeloldmovies.com/2024/09/marie-dressler-movie-comedy-autobiography-book.html.html) _2024-09-28 · ReelOldMovies.com · Reel Old Movies_ Now available — "Marie Dressler — The Life Story of an Ugly Duckling: A reissue of the comedian's 1924 autobiography" — order your paperback copy at Amazon Written at a turning point in her career, Marie Dressler’s autobiography offers an inside look at a woman navigating life and work that resonates today. Her life is one of constant evolution, reinvention, acceptance, hard work – and, of course,… ## [5 silent films to watch, 100 years later (2024)](https://www.reeloldmovies.com/2024/09/5-silent-movies-from-1924-100-years-ago-harold-lloyd-lon-chaney.html) _2024-09-13 · ReelOldMovies.com · Reel Old Movies_ Good art can be appreciate long after its creation, and movies are no exception. The year 1924 was a banner year for movie-making, and a century of time doesn't diminish some of the entertainment on screen. Take a look at a few 1924 silent movies across different genres from 100 years ago: