All articles tagged with #1950s
Brigitte Bardot, a 1950s French icon and international bombshell, was chosen in 1969 to be the face of Marianne, symbolizing France's ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity, blending her allure with patriotic sentiment.
Celebrating its 75th anniversary, 'Sunset Blvd.' remains a powerful commentary on the illusions and realities of stardom in Hollywood, having made a significant impact since its debut in 1950.
Connie Francis, a renowned singer of the 1950s and ’60s known for hits like “Who’s Sorry Now,” has died at 87, after recently being hospitalized for pain. She gained renewed attention as a TikTok sensation at 87 for a song recorded six decades ago.
The stage adaptation of 'Good Night, and Good Luck' starring George Clooney features an intricate set designed by Scott Pask that recreates the 1950s broadcast environment using traditional methods rather than LED screens, capturing the era's essence for a live theater performance.
Barbara Rush, a leading lady of 1950s melodramas and a favorite of sci-fi fans, has passed away at the age of 97. She starred in films such as Magnificent Obsession, Bigger Than Life, and The Young Philadelphians, and was known for her work with actors like Rock Hudson and Frank Sinatra. Rush also appeared in TV shows like Peyton Place and Batman, and received a Golden Globe for her performance in It Came From Outer Space. She was married to actor Jeffrey Hunter and legendary publicist Warren Cowan, and is survived by her son, Christopher Hunter.
Lola Dee, a popular singer in the 1950s who toured with Bob Hope, Jimmy Durante, and Johnnie Ray, has passed away at the age of 95. Signed to Columbia and Mercury labels, she recorded hits such as "Pretty Eyed Baby" and "Only You (And You Alone)." Dee toured extensively and performed in various countries. She stepped back from her career to care for her mother and made her final public appearances in 1978. Dee is survived by her son.
Film historian Foster Hirsch's latest book, "Hollywood and the Movies of the Fifties: The Collapse of the Studio System, the Thrill of Cinerama, and the Invasion of the Ultimate Body Snatcher," offers a gripping and informative account of the tumultuous and uncertain landscape of the film industry in the 1950s. Hirsch combines historical context with Hollywood gossip to provide a comprehensive look at the era, making it a must-read for movie lovers interested in the evolution of the film industry. In conjunction with the book's release, Hirsch is co-programming a film festival in New York featuring iconic films from the 1950s.
Wes Anderson's new film "Asteroid City" and Christopher Nolan's upcoming biographical movie "Oppenheimer" share similarities in their setting, use of color and black-and-white, and focus on nuclear bomb technology in America in the mid-1950s. Both filmmakers are about the same age and have followed similar creative trajectories, with Anderson's films receiving 15 Academy Award nominations and Nolan's receiving 34. "Asteroid City" is currently playing in theaters while "Oppenheimer" arrives on July 21, 2023.