Embarking on a time-travel adventure in August, I found myself transported back to the glamorous 1940s at Cincinnati's iconic Union Terminal and Museum!   As seen on Local News 12, my family, friends, and fellow Cincinnati Actors Studio members joined me in immersing ourselves in the vintage festivities. Each year, the Union Terminal transports visitors back in time to the 1940s, featuring classic cars, big band music, costume contests, vintage vehicles, swing dancing, and more.   Decked out in authentic or replica 1940s attire, we truly looked the part. Surprisingly, my fellow actors and I clinched the 2nd place in our respective divisions, a delightful cherry on top.       With actress Barbara Stanwyck as my inspiration, I delved deep into the era, meticulously studying the fashion and accessories. Donning an original 1940s sailor dress, vintage purse, gloves, earrings, and jewelry, along with era-appropriate shoes and pantyhose, I even adorned my hair with a delicate garden

Fredric March in Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1931)

 

 "Who do you have to know to get a drink around here?"   This month, I'm sticking with my Disas-tober theme, so I decided to check out a movie my mom saw in theaters. It's the classic 1974 film Earthquake, which imagines what would happen when a massive 9.9 quake hits L.A.  Honestly, you all know I love a cheesy movie, but this one was a bit of a slog.  A lot of it just didn’t click for me, and I felt pretty bored. But then when the BIG earthquake finally hits, it finally gets interesting. The special effects are the highlight and make it worth watching at least once. The visuals and sound are really impressive. My mom told me that the film used something called Sensurround, which was meant to enhance the audio experience during screenings. She said her seat shook!  Released on November 15, 1974, it features a star-studded with Charlton Heston, Ava Gardner, George Kennedy, Lorne Greene, Genevieve Bujold, Richard Roundtree, and even a funny cameo from Walter Matthau, p

I am happy to announced that I've been accepted into the prestigious Classic Movie Blog Association!   Since 2009, the CMBA has led the blogging industry in supporting its members with their love of classic movies and blogathons - all created with classic cinema blogging standards and recognizing excellence within the community of classic film blogging as well. During their organization's "official" monthly blog, they feature a different member, and this month - it's yours truly! I'm excited to share some fun and interesting facts about myself. I’ll share my reasons behind my blogging adventure, and reveal the passions that fuel my creativity. Plus, I'll recommend seven fabulous films that would make for a wonderful day of programming on Turner Classic Movies  It's a fantastic community of bloggers, and I'm excited and honored to now be a part of it! Check it out below!

Get ready to face a different kind of scare this October - disaster films! Many people find themselves feeling a bit uneasy when it comes to disaster movies, and it's understandable why. These films can be quite brutal, often touching on themes of mass death. But at the same time, there's something strangely captivating about them, much like horror movies. While there may be some cliched messages tucked away in there, the way the stories unfold can be pretty wild and unpredictable, particularly when it comes to the fates of the characters. In the end, these movies usually morph into simple adventure tales about regular folks just trying to survive in the face of overwhelming adversity. So let's get started with a film I try to watch every New Year's Day.      "There's got to be a morning after"... Attention passengers and crew of the SS Poseidon! Imagine yourself on the brink of a disaster, trapped inside an overturned luxury liner, with only a small group