Dames (1934) - Turner Classic Movies
As a replacement, Berkeley devised a number with Blondell as "The Girl at the Ironing Board." Having Blondell behind an ironing board was not just an illustration of the song. At the time of shooting she was seven months pregnant and careful camerawork, handled by her husband, cinematographer George Barnes, was required to disguise her condition.
Ben Mankiewicz - Wikipedia
Benjamin Frederick Mankiewicz [2] (born March 25, 1967) is an American television journalist and host for Turner Classic Movies. He is a progressive political commentator for The Young Turks . He has served as a film critic for the 2008–2009 season for the TV program At the Movies and the web series What the Flick?!
Look Back in Anger (1959) - Turner Classic Movies
When Alison tries to have a moment alone with Jimmy to share the news about the pregnancy, Jimmy berates his wife for being rude to Mrs. Tanner. Once outside, Alison mentions the doctor's appointment, but Jimmy accuses her of reporting the ironing incident as spousal abuse before Alison can explain the real reason for the visit.
Royal Wedding (1951) - Turner Classic Movies
Cameraman Robert Planck was strapped to a large ironing board, along with his camera, so he could rotate with the room. Then Astaire simply danced rightside-up as the room revolved around him, creating one of the most fondly remembered routines in movie musical history.
INTERVIEW: 'West Side Story' cast celebrates 60 years with TCM's Ben …
2021年5月5日 · The beloved film will screen Thursday, May 6 at 8 p.m. and feature a conversation with Moreno, Chakiris, Tamblyn and TCM host Ben Mankiewicz. The landmark feature, directed by Robert Wise and Jerome Robbins, is an adaptation of the successful stage version, which itself was an updating of the classic Romeo and Juliet tale by …
Front Row Classics Talks 'Making Change' with TCM's Ben Mankiewicz
2024年9月6日 · We're thrilled to welcome Ben Mankiewicz back to Front Row Classics. Ben will be hosting Turner Classic Movies' newest limited series, "Making Change: The Most Significant Political Films of All Time". This series will feature films that were ranked by …
Front Row Classics Welcomes TCM's Ben Mankiewicz
2022年4月13日 · Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome Turner Classic Movies' host, Ben Mankiewicz. Ben has been an on-air host for the channel since 2003. Our interview covers his background in both film and politics. You'll also learn about some of his most memorable interviews during his tenure with TCM.
The Plot Thickens Podcast - Apple Podcasts
Using scores of never-before-heard archival interviews, host Ben Mankiewicz strips back John Ford's self-spun mythology to reveal his brilliance behind the camera – alongside the often ugly, uncomfortable truths about his life and movies, asking whether we can ever truly separate art …
Classic movie podcast from TCM returns and I can’t wait - What To …
2024年6月5日 · Hosted by TCM host Ben Mankiewicz, The Plot Thickens offers a deep look into key figures and interesting periods in movie and entertainment history, speaking directly with the subjects or those that knew them best.
The Plot Thickens podcast - Player FM
Using scores of never-before-heard archival interviews, host Ben Mankiewicz strips back John Ford's self-spun mythology to reveal his brilliance behind the camera – alongside the often ugly, uncomfortable truths about his life and movies, asking whether we can ever truly separate art …