Hello, friends!
I hope its nice and sunny where you are. But, if you’re experiencing a gray, overcast day, I’m bringing some blogosphere sunshine your way!
First of all, I’d like to thank the lovely Virginie from The Wonderful World of Cinema for graciously honoring me with this award. Be sure and stop by her fabulous blog for all kinds of cinematic goodness!
Secondly, I’d like to raise a glass to the Muse on her 100th blog post! And to you, friends, for sticking by me with your support, here’s to you. I’ve loved getting to know each one of you through our shared loved of classic movies and interactions here and look forward to what the future holds! Thank you 🙂
- List the award’s official rules
- Display the award’s official logo somewhere on your blog
- Thank the person who nominated you
- Provide a link to your nominator’s blog
- Answer your nominator’s questions
- Nominate up to 11 bloggers
- Ask your nominees 11 questions
- Notify your nominees by commenting on at least one of their blog posts
Without further ado, let’s get to Virginie’s questions!
1- You’re part of a film cast and crew. What is your role? Editor, director, actor, sound designer? Tell me!
I love this question! I’ve always been passionate about many aspects of filmmaking, the visual aspects of filmmaking especially. More and more, I find myself interested in production and direction. Mostly because of the creative control you can have so the finished product is as close to how you’ve imagined and dreamed it would be.
2- Is there a film you feel will always stand the test of time? It will never feel old and could have been made pretty much any time. It can be a recent film or something older.
Lawrence of Arabia (1962). I recently saw this film for the first time *craazy, I know* and was blown away by its beauty, scope, and story. It definitely looks like it could have been shot yesterday.
3- What is your favourite opening titles sequence?
Disney’s One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961), dahling 😉
4- Who do you think is the worst villain in film history? One that is particularly cruel.
Tough question! I’m going to go with Adenoid Hynkel from The Great Dictator (1940).
5- What is your favourite short film? We don’t discuss short films enough, no?
The Red Balloon (1956). It is absolute magic.
6- Is there a blogging article you didn’t particularly enjoy writing? Why?
An answer is eluding me on this one…so sorry! One I did find particularly difficult writing was my latest post on Camelot (1967). I think because the film touches me deeply, and I wanted to capture/relate some of that intangible feeling through my post.
I’ll link the post here: The Dreamers of Lerner & Loewe’s Camelot (1967)
7- What is your favourite set-up for blog writing? Do you have something to drink? Put on some music? Do you stay at home or go somewhere else? Etc.
I am at home in my living room usually curled up in a cozy chair with blankets. And yes, music is a must, always! It must be instrumental music while I’m writing. If it has lyrics I’ll start typing those instead of my article! 😉
8- What is something film-related people wouldn’t expect about you?
I own a recreation of the Rear Window charm bracelet Grace Kelly wears in the film. It’s my favorite piece of onscreen jewelry ever.
9- Which filming location would you like to visit?
I have it on my bucket list to visit beautiful Mackinac Island where Somewhere in Time (1980) was filmed. Bonus: Scenes from the Esther Williams musical This Time for Keeps (1947) also was shot here!
10- You’re the owner of a new pet and name it after the main character of the last film you watch. What is it?
Funnily enough, Mr. Hoppy from the British television film Esio Trot (2015)! A delightfully charming tale in which a tortoise inspires a bashful bachelor (Dustin Hoffman) to pursue the woman (Judi Dench) he loves. Available for free with ads on Tubi and YouTube 🙂
11- Is there a film you think has good potential to be made into a TV series?
Something adventure themed always is a good bet! How about Lost Horizon (1937)?
And that’s a wrap…Thanks again, Virginie, for nominating me!! I appreciate it so much 🙂
Now onto my nominees and their questions. Today, I’ll be nominating 4 talented bloggers (since I am playing catch up with a few award posts on the way.) These are writers whose passion, creativity, and fine work is a delight to read and experience. I encourage you to give them a visit and follow if you haven’t had the pleasure of doing so already!
My nominees
The Questions
- Who is your favorite composer from the studio era?
- Is there a movie quote that you relate to or most closely sums up who you are as an individual?
- Are you the only member of your family who is a cinephile?
- Pick one! Sunset Boulevard (1950) or All About Eve (1950)?
- Have you visited any filming locations in person?
- Have you seen any movie props or costumes in person?
- Do you have a favorite love theme from the movies?
- If you could be an Alfred Hitchock hero/heroine for a day who would you be?
- Pick one! Irving Berlin or Cole Porter?
- (I’m borrowing this one from Virginie because it’s a teriffic question): You’re part of a film cast and crew. What is your role? Editor, director, actor, sound designer? Tell me!
- You are given the chance to design a costume for a lead in a classic movie. You can choose any star. Who is it?
Thanks for reading, all! Have a wonderful weekend!
