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SUMMARY:The Great Filmmakers: Preston Sturges
DESCRIPTION:The Great Filmmakers: Preston Sturges\nYou may be asking yourself: “So who is this guy\, and why have I never heard of him?” My response is: “Challenge yourself to become enthralled with the filmmaker whose name you may not know but whose movies are unforgettable!” \nThat is exactly the challenge I gave to screenwriter Jarett Miller. Jarett\, 26\, is a frequent guest when I speak about movies. In addition to being a screenwriter who has worked on major projects like “Wonder Woman\,” “It\,” and “The Umbrella Academy\,” among others\, Jarett has an advanced degree in film and a passion for great storytelling. For this unique two-part series\, I challenged Jarett to watch some of the great Preston Sturges movies. Our course description matches what I told him! I do hope you will sign up! \nIn a span of just seven years\, Preston Sturges had an unparalleled run of making some of the greatest American movies of all time.    \nThe films of Preston Sturges are absolutely unique\, unforgettable\, and utterly brilliant. However\, although his Hollywood career lasted over 35 years\, the movies Preston Sturges wrote and directed between 1938 and 1945 alone were enough to cement his reputation as one of the most influential directors and respected screenwriters of all time.  After becoming the first screenwriter of the talking movie era to direct his own films\,  Preston Sturges created a unique body of work that still delights challenges and amuses audiences 80 years later. Furthermore\, his personal life was as unexpected\, unique\, and memorable as his movies! \nJoin Jarett and me as we explore the movies written and directed by one of the great filmmakers\, Preston Sturges! We will explore his films in chronological order. Join us for both parts of this great two-week program. \n 
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SUMMARY:The Great Filmmakers: Preston Sturges
DESCRIPTION:The Great Filmmakers: Preston Sturges\nYou may be asking yourself: “So who is this guy\, and why have I never heard of him?” My response is: “Challenge yourself to become enthralled with the filmmaker whose name you may not know but whose movies are unforgettable!” \nThat is exactly the challenge I gave to screenwriter Jarett Miller. Jarett\, 26\, is a frequent guest when I speak about movies. In addition to being a screenwriter who has worked on major projects like “Wonder Woman\,” “It\,” and “The Umbrella Academy\,” among others\, Jarett has an advanced degree in film and a passion for great storytelling. For this unique two-part series\, I challenged Jarett to watch some of the great Preston Sturges movies. Our course description matches what I told him! I do hope you will sign up! \nIn a span of just seven years\, Preston Sturges had an unparalleled run of making some of the greatest American movies of all time.    \nThe films of Preston Sturges are absolutely unique\, unforgettable\, and utterly brilliant. However\, although his Hollywood career lasted over 35 years\, the movies Preston Sturges wrote and directed between 1938 and 1945 alone were enough to cement his reputation as one of the most influential directors and respected screenwriters of all time.  After becoming the first screenwriter of the talking movie era to direct his own films\,  Preston Sturges created a unique body of work that still delights challenges and amuses audiences 80 years later. Furthermore\, his personal life was as unexpected\, unique\, and memorable as his movies! \nJoin Jarett and me as we explore the movies written and directed by one of the great filmmakers\, Preston Sturges! We will explore his films in chronological order. Join us for both parts of this great two-week program. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-great-filmmakers-preston-sturges-7/
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CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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SUMMARY:American Movies Set In Italy
DESCRIPTION:Italy!  Italy is a beautiful country – the weather and the colors are as warm as the people. \nDiane Lane Glows “Under The Tuscan Sun” \nAmericans are welcomed in every part of the country.  Whether tourists want to admire the mountains or the sea\, visit great cathedrals\, sample from the world’s great vineyards\, or enjoy world-famous food and shopping\, \nSimple Pleasures in Rome Are Enjoyed In the Shadow Of Great Beauty In “Roman Holiday” \nItaly holds something special for everyone.  The American fascination with Italy extends to the movies.  Many great American films have been set against the backdrop of the fantastic physical beauty of Italy.  Filmmakers from William Wyler to Woody Allen and stars from Gregory Peck to Matt Damon have made classic films set in this most beautiful country. \n  \nIn this unique multimedia presentation\, we will explore some varied and unforgettable movies about Americans in Italy\, from beautiful romances (“Roman Holiday\,” “Summertime\,” “A Little Romance” to intense dramas (“The Godfather\, Part II\,” “The Talented Mr. Ripley\,”) to comedies (“From Rome With Love\,” “Avanti”) these movies offer both great storytelling and tremendous cinematic beauty. \n‘The Bridge of Sighs’ \nIn addition to hearing many fascinating insights\, I will watch numerous film clips.  This will help us discuss how Italy becomes a character in these great movies. \nCome and see if your favorite made the list!  For a glimpse at the wonders we will behold\, click here to read this short article about the beautiful legend of ‘The Bridge Of Sighs’ in Venice.  It is a central plot point in the sublime “A Little Romance”—one of the movies on our list! \nREGISTRATION: I suggest calling the senior center directly.  Their website can be a little difficult to maneuver. \n 
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