Monthly Archives: December 2011

The Artist – Locations, Chaplin, and Pickford

Posted on December 29, 2011 by John Bengtson

Set in Hollywood during 1927 to 1932, The Artist depicts the romance between a fading silent film star and a rising “talkie” ingénue.  The Artist has received glowing reviews and numerous awards, and is noteworthy for being presented in black … Continue reading →

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Charming Third Time for Seven Chances

Posted on December 10, 2011 by John Bengtson

Seven Chances is Buster Keaton’s latest Blu-ray release from Kino Lorber.  During the film Buster eludes an army of angry jilted brides as he attempts to marry his sweetheart in time to inherit a fortune.  After owning the film first … Continue reading →

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Win a Copy of Silent Visions in TCM December Contest

Posted on December 8, 2011 by John Bengtson

My Harold Lloyd book Silent Visions is the Turner Classic Movies “Book Corner” selection for the month of December.   Visit the TCM site below and you can register for a chance to win one of 15 copies of my book. … Continue reading →

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