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Mae Murray: Through the Eyes of Artists
Artists and illustrators over the years have tried to capture the essence and beauty of silent film actress Mae Murray. In anticipation of the release of my new book, Mae Murray: The Girl with the Bee-Stung Lips, in the fall, I wanted to share with you some of the best examples of Mae Murray in…
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The Intrigue of Frances Teague
By Michael G. Ankerich Did you see her? Did you get a look at Frances Teague in the passing parade? You had to look fast, but she was there, one of the stunning beauties of the silent screen. I came across her portrait about a month ago while looking through a 1925 Photoplay magazine. I…
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The Sound of Silence is Reviewed
I’m always appreciative to those who read my books and offer their feedback, especially when they review the book for a newspaper, magazine, or website. Here is a review by Laura Wagner for the May 2012 edition of Classic Images. And, just for the record, I’m pleased to read those reviews that are not so…
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Dove Tails — Lee, Billie, and the Rest of the Story
Billie Dove’s disappointing experience with Blondie of the Follies (1932) was a factor in prompting her to leave films. The film centered on the Follies rivalry of two showgirls and friends, Blondie (Marion Davies) and Lottie (Billie). Before the last scene was filmed, William Randolph Hearst, Marion’s companion and financier, called a halt to…