I am always drawn to stories where a character is a fish out of water and must adjust to their …
One Touch of Venus (1948): Awakening the Goddess
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5 Reasons Why I Admire Esther Williams
My love for Esther Williams began when I was about ten years old while watching Take Me Out to the …
Portrait of Jennie (1948): The Transformative Power of Art
Weary artist Eben Adams (Joseph Cotten) is struggling to make ends meet. When a chance meeting with a curious young …
The Allure of Gilda (1946)
What is it about Gilda that makes people return for viewing after viewing? That question had been burning in my …
Cat People (1942) – The Power of Suggestion
You’ve undoubtedly heard the saying “less is more.” In the case of Cat People, that definitely rings true. Producer Val …