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Nov112020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Alfred HItchcock and his popular films

Movies

Alfred Hitchcock, the master of suspense and psychological thrillers, is as popular today as he was in his heyday. Dial M for Murder, To Catch a Thief and Rear Window are a few of his classics. Here's a look at the legendary directors career that spanned six decades. Hitchcock's early years Born in 1899, the youngest of three children, he spent his formative years attending St. Ignatius College. He left the school at 14 after his father passed away and studied at the London County Council School of Engineering and Navigation becoming a draftsman and advertising designer after graduating. Being intrigued with photography his life took a turn that led to working as a title card designer for a company that would eventually become Paramount Pictures. In 1920 Hitchcock was successf...

Celeb Flashback: Gene Tierney – Sultry Star of Stage, Film

Entertainment, Movies

Gene Tierney was raised in a world of wealth and privilege. Her dark eyes and remarkable beauty thrilled and enchanted theater-goers, but she was also a deeply troubled woman who suffered from mental illness for many years. Gene Tierney Studies Acting In 1938, Tierney attended Miss Porter’s School, a college preparatory school in Connecticut. On vacation, she visited the Warner Bros. Studios and was offered a contract, but she was only seventeen and her parent’s turned it down because of the low salary. She decided to study acting at a Greenwich Village acting studio in New York. She appeared on Broadway and received favorable reviews from Variety and The New York Times. Her father started a corporation—Belle-Tier-- solely to support her acting career. Gene Tierney is Offered ...

Las Vegas Luxuries You Just Can’t Miss

Entertainment

Las Vegas, once synonymous with hedonistic behavior, has re branded itself, this time as a mecca for those wanting the lavish experiences once reserved for high rollers. Fine dining, world-class entertainment, lavish spas, and extravagant shopping are all available to the average traveler – for a price. So, whether you are a first timer or an experienced Vegas veteran, here are some luxurious experiences you won’t want to miss on your next trip to Sin City. Dine The days of the inexpensive, all-you-can-eat Vegas buffet are long gone and a gourmet diner’s paradise has sprouted up in its place. The world’s best chefs have restaurants on the strip, making it easy to sample cuisine from around the world during your stay. There are new restaurants opening all the time, so even frequen...