Fred Astaire

Posted by Robin on Nov 21, 2011 in Actor, Featured | Comments Off on Ginger Rogers

The all-time greatest quote about Ginger Rogers, comparing her to partner Fred Astaire: “Sure he was great, but don’t forget...

Posted by Robin on May 25, 2011 in Americana | 1 comment

It was the boss of MGM, Louis B. Mayer, who came up with the idea. Like Andy Hardy – “Let’s put on a show!” He got...

Posted by Robin on Mar 10, 2011 in Songs | Comments Off on Song: "The Way You Look Tonight"

Every so often I have to pay homage to the Great American Songbook, and one of my favorites is “The Way You Look...

Posted by Robin on Dec 24, 2009 in Film | Comments Off on Film: White Christmas

Viewing a special movie on Christmas Eve is a tradition in many families. Some watch It’s a Wonderful Life (Great American Things,...