Tag Archives: The Red Kimono

Ben Model presents Edward Everett Horton: 8 Silent Comedies

Posted on November 6, 2021 by John Bengtson

With now this third post, let me repeat, musician Ben Model is a silent film SUPER-HERO. Aside from his duties as resident accompanist for MoMA in New York, the Library of Congress, and performing at silent screenings around the country, … Continue reading →

Posted in Ben Model | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

The Red Kimono – A Vast Record of Early Los Angeles

Posted on November 27, 2017 by John Bengtson

The Red Kimono (1925), a searing drama notably produced and written by women, captures a remarkably comprehensive visual record of early Los Angeles. From Broadway and posh gated communities to Chinatown and the amusement park piers, these settings, along with … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 11 Comments