Mary Pickford Interview
In tribute to Mary Pickford who would have celebrated her birthday today, I thought I’d share this outstanding interview she did with CBC Radio on May 25, 1959. In it she recounts memories of her life and career – a smorgasbord of wonderful quotes and remembrances.
In her own words for your listening pleasure.
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Mack Sennet/Gloria Swanson double feature.
A bit late as Miss Swanson would have celebrated her birthday a couple of days ago, but no less fun and never a waste to remember. Here are a couple of silent comedy shorts starring Gloria Swanson and Bobby Vernon – both directed by Clarence G. Badger and produced by Mack Sennett. And worth a look.
The Danger Girl (1916)
The Sultan’s Wife (1917)
Gloria Swanson
Good Night, Nurse! (1918)
Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle would have celebrated his birthday today (1887-1933). In remembrance here is a 1918 comedy short, Good Night, Nurse, which co-stars Buster Keaton. Not only is this great fun, but it’s historic – Buster Keaton smiles on camera!
From 1918, written and directed by Roscoe Arbuckle, here’s Good Night, Nurse.
Roscoe ‘Fatty’ Arbuckle…
Once upon a screen... 