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classic film
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The Films of Kim Novak
Private VenueBorn in Chicago, Kim Novak was one of the most popular movie stars in the world between 1955 in 1960. For a brief shimmering period of time, her films were immensely popular and critically applauded. Her performance in Alfred Hitchcock's classic psychological … Continue reading
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Walt Disney – Animating America
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesIt is no overstatement to say that Walt Disney is one of the most influential Americans of all time. His name alone has become synonymous with forms of entertainment and recreation known throughout the world. To call something "Disneyesque" or … Continue reading
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The Films of Jack Lemmon – Two Part Series
Private VenueJack Lemmon is truly one of the greatest movie stars in the history of Hollywood. Handsome, versatile, charming, and gracious, Jack Lemmon could play any kind of role. In comedies such as "Some like It Hot," "Mr. Roberts," & "The Great … Continue reading
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Best Actors Never to Win an Oscar
Private VenueAmerica has been in love with the movies for over 100 years. And every year the race for the Oscar is closely watched by movie fans around the world. Winning the Academy award connotes something special in the history of … Continue reading
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The Films Of Gregory Peck
Private VenueGregory Peck looked like a movie star! Tall, handsome, blessed with a resonant voice and piercing eyes, He was made for the big screen. And he could act! From the 1940s through the 1960s, he was one of the most … Continue reading
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Walt Disney – Animating America
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldIt is no overstatement to say that Walt Disney is one of the most influential Americans of all time. His name alone has become synonymous with forms of entertainment and recreation known throughout the world. To call something "Disneyesque" or … Continue reading
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Walt Disney – Animating America
Fremont Public Library 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL, United StatesIt is no overstatement to say that Walt Disney is one of the most influential Americans of all time. His name alone has become synonymous with forms of entertainment and recreation known throughout the world. To call something "Disneyesque" or … Continue reading
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The Films Of Cary Grant
Private VenueCary Grant was one of the biggest stars in the history of classic Hollywood cinema. He made more than 50 films as a leading man and yet never won an Oscar! In fact, his looks, voice, and persona make him … Continue reading
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The Great Filmmakers: Frank Capra
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldHis movies were so popular and so distinctive that 'Capra-esque' became an adjective meaning a feel-good, uplifting film with a positive social message. From "It's a Wonderful Life" to "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" to "It Happened One Night, the … Continue reading
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Walt Disney – Animating America
Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center 100 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL, United StatesIt is no overstatement to say that Walt Disney is one of the most influential Americans of all time. His name alone has become synonymous with forms of entertainment and recreation known throughout the world. To call something "Disneyesque" or … Continue reading
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