Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

Marilyn Monroe, one of the most famous actresses of the twentieth century, whose life was portrayed on the silver screen, was most know for being the first sex symbol in the 1950’s. Monroe made herself into the most iconic woman in history by promoting an on-screen style that seemed natural. Her American sweet heart face and sexy hourglass physique made her the ideal movie star. However, underneath her paragon image laid a insecure woman with a life filled with turmoil and physiological…

When will it be completed?" One of the nameless ones growled over my shoulder as I languidly polished my typewriter. I looked at my creation with a smile, concealing my annoyance. "All in due time, dearest," I replied. Could he actually kill me? I'm not certain. Did he want to? Of course he did, it was his nature. But he wouldn't. I monitored him pace back and forth the room with the fluidity and control of a lynx. The fire danced and crackled before us, heightening the already unbearably…

One of the best classic western films ever made by a director who was so versatile that many people might confuse him with other great western directors like John Ford or Anthony Mann, but Howard Hawks had an eye for character driven stories, had an expert sense of visual style, and knew how to use actors better than most. Hawks was one of those classic Hollywood directors that could easily orchestrate the action and compelling aspects that make a great western, and Red River is one. The film…