Oscar Directors: Rossi, Francesco (1922-2015)

Francesco Rosi (Nov 15, 1922–Jan 10, 2015) was a major Italian filmmaker, screenwriter and theatre director. Rosi’s films of the 1960s and 1970s often had political messages, while later films were inspired by literature and became less political. He continued to direct until 1997–his last film was an adaptation of Primo Levi’s book, The Truce. […]

Movie Stars: Ladd, Alan–Filmography (1932-1964)

It took over a decade for Alan Ladd to become a bona fide star, with two films released in 1942, This Gun for Hire and The Glass Key.

Death in Hollywood: Darren, James–Actor (“Gidget”) and Singer, Dies at 88

The Time Tunnel star also was pop singer and crooning hologram on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.

Movie Stars: Glen Powell Vs. Ryan Gosling–Appeal Base, Male? Female? All Genders?

Ryan Gosling’s Appeal Is ‘Limited to Females,’ While ‘All Genders’ Love Glen Powell

Movie Stars: Delon, Alain–Legendary French Actor and Sex Symbol (“Male Brigitte Bardot”) Dies at 88

Delon’s allure derived from his extraordinarily gorgeous look- defined by his piercing blue eyes, pronounced cheekbones, turn up nose, and shapely fit (but decidedly not a gym body) physique.