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The Morning Bath with Miss Sybil Seely in Buster Keaton's "One Week" (1920) includes an early breaking of the fourth wall... As she reaches out to grab her soap which would have exposed her to the camera—the cameraman places his hand directly over the lens. Once she is safely back in the tub, the hand moves away, and she smiles and thanks him.

The Morning Bath with Miss Sybil Seely in Buster Keaton's "One Week" (1920) includes an early breaking of the fourth wall... As she reaches out to grab her soap which would have exposed her to the camera—the cameraman places his hand directly over the lens. Once she is safely back in the tub, the hand moves away, and she smiles and thanks him.

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Most memorable PreCode endimg ever?

Most memorable PreCode endimg ever?

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In "Rear Window", Alfred Hitchcock allowed Georgine Darcy as "Miss Torso" to design her own steps for this opening scene.. however, she refused his advice to hire and agent..and ended up with 350.00 for the role.

In "Rear Window", Alfred Hitchcock allowed Georgine Darcy as "Miss Torso" to design her own steps for this opening scene.. however, she refused his advice to hire and agent..and ended up with 350.00 for the role.

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The morning bath in 1920 with Sybil Seely and Buster Keaton in "One Week" ........

The morning bath in 1920 with Sybil Seely and Buster Keaton in "One Week" ........

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Rosalind Byrne perfects the art of the silent "not a chance" ....with Buster Keaton in "Seven Chances" (1925)

Rosalind Byrne perfects the art of the silent "not a chance" ....with Buster Keaton in "Seven Chances" (1925)

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When a look says it all.... poor Buster..........

When a look says it all.... poor Buster..........

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Anna May Wong brings fierce intensity to "Shanghai Express" (1932), shining alongside Marlene Dietrich. A remarkable star who deserved far more than Hollywood ever gave her.

Anna May Wong brings fierce intensity to "Shanghai Express" (1932), shining alongside Marlene Dietrich. A remarkable star who deserved far more than Hollywood ever gave her.

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Rita Hayworth and Tyrone Power creating a scorching bit of heat in "Blood and Sand"

Rita Hayworth and Tyrone Power creating a scorching bit of heat in "Blood and Sand"

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The art of the tease powerfully delivered by Rita Hayworth #BOTD to Tyrone Power in "Blood and Sand" (1941) - the start of the height of her career in the 1940s which included You'll Never Get Rich, Cover Girl, Gilda, and The Lady from Shanghai.

The art of the tease powerfully delivered by Rita Hayworth #BOTD to Tyrone Power in "Blood and Sand" (1941) - the start of the height of her career in the 1940s which included You'll Never Get Rich, Cover Girl, Gilda, and The Lady from Shanghai.

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The glorious beauty of Gina Lollobrigida in "Solomon and Sheba" (1959)

The glorious beauty of Gina Lollobrigida in "Solomon and Sheba" (1959)

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Striking out before you even get to say a word.... Buster Keaton and hat check girl Rosalind Byrne.....

Striking out before you even get to say a word.... Buster Keaton and hat check girl Rosalind Byrne.....

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A little Saturday Sophia......

A little Saturday Sophia......

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A lovely morning in 1961 to stroll with Miss Sophia Loren in " Madame Sans-Gêne"....

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A lovely morning in 1961 to stroll with Miss Sophia Loren in " Madame Sans-Gêne"....

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The impossibly long-legged Ann Reinking channeling Fosse... Remember this film?

The impossibly long-legged Ann Reinking channeling Fosse... Remember this film?

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In "Rear Window", Alfred Hitchcock allowed Georgine Darcy as "Miss Torso" to design her own steps for this opening scene.. however, she refused his advice to hire and agent..and ended up with 350.00 for the role.

In "Rear Window", Alfred Hitchcock allowed Georgine Darcy as "Miss Torso" to design her own steps for this opening scene.. however, she refused his advice to hire and agent..and ended up with 350.00 for the role.

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Was this the most perfect face in film? A touch of the glamorous Hedy Lamarr in "Ziegfeld Girl" (1941).. the film was known as launching the path to stardom for co-star Lana Turner....

Was this the most perfect face in film? A touch of the glamorous Hedy Lamarr in "Ziegfeld Girl" (1941).. the film was known as launching the path to stardom for co-star Lana Turner....

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Marilyn Monroe’s "How to Marry a Millionaire" near-sighted character, Pola—who refuses to wear glasses in public—recovers nicely from a near-sighted misstep in Monroe’s famous lucite-and-ribbon shoes.

Marilyn Monroe’s "How to Marry a Millionaire" near-sighted character, Pola—who refuses to wear glasses in public—recovers nicely from a near-sighted misstep in Monroe’s famous lucite-and-ribbon shoes.

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Long before television fame, this actress had a memorable uncredited bit in the film noir "The Turning Point" in 1952 Recognize her??

Long before television fame, this actress had a memorable uncredited bit in the film noir "The Turning Point" in 1952 Recognize her??

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Remembering the luscious spirit of Natalie Wood, who passed this day 11/29/1981. Lovely, vivacious - and shown here in a famous bit from "Sex and the Single Girl" (1964)

Remembering the luscious spirit of Natalie Wood, who passed this day 11/29/1981. Lovely, vivacious - and shown here in a famous bit from "Sex and the Single Girl" (1964)

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Remembering Jean Harlow, who died at the age of 26 this day 6/7/1937. One of her most fabulous roles was in "Dinner At Eight''' and this ending scene stands the test of time....

Remembering Jean Harlow, who died at the age of 26 this day 6/7/1937. One of her most fabulous roles was in "Dinner At Eight''' and this ending scene stands the test of time....

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Sophia Loren, just turning age 22 and making an international splash in "Boy on a Dolphin" (1957). This was her first major English-language film role, introducing American audiences to a beauty and screen presence unlike any other.

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Sophia Loren, just turning age 22 and making an international splash in "Boy on a Dolphin" (1957). This was her first major English-language film role, introducing American audiences to a beauty and screen presence unlike any other.

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Audrey Hepburn's own long hair was cut short for real in this charming scene from "Roman Holiday"... giving the world its first view of the perfect short hair framing that perfectly lovely face.....

Audrey Hepburn's own long hair was cut short for real in this charming scene from "Roman Holiday"... giving the world its first view of the perfect short hair framing that perfectly lovely face.....

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A gentler, kinder time, when a soft shoe, and a little Laurel and Hardy magic could make the world feel right again. Step by step, toe by toe, in "Way Out West" Stan and Ollie remind us that sometimes the simplest pleasures are the sweetest.

A gentler, kinder time, when a soft shoe, and a little Laurel and Hardy magic could make the world feel right again. Step by step, toe by toe, in "Way Out West" Stan and Ollie remind us that sometimes the simplest pleasures are the sweetest.

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Stan Laurel's famous hat trick in "Bonnie Scotland"... For years, my father used to pull this trick on me as a child, and much like poor Ollie, I never figured it out!

Stan Laurel's famous hat trick in "Bonnie Scotland"... For years, my father used to pull this trick on me as a child, and much like poor Ollie, I never figured it out!

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19 year old Leslie Caron, in her first film appearance, was too sexy for the censors in the original version of this routine. As a result, her dance was toned down by choreographer Gene Kelly. From "An American in Paris" (1951)

19 year old Leslie Caron, in her first film appearance, was too sexy for the censors in the original version of this routine. As a result, her dance was toned down by choreographer Gene Kelly. From "An American in Paris" (1951)

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A few memorable - and hysterical - moments with Cloris Leachman, in "Young Frankenstein"....How anyone made it through a scene without collapsing in hysterics, I shall never know.....

A few memorable - and hysterical - moments with Cloris Leachman, in "Young Frankenstein"....How anyone made it through a scene without collapsing in hysterics, I shall never know.....

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19 year old Leslie Caron, in her first film appearance, was too sexy for the censors in the original version of this routine. As a result, her dance was toned down by choreographer Gene Kelly. From "An American in Paris" (1951)

19 year old Leslie Caron, in her first film appearance, was too sexy for the censors in the original version of this routine. As a result, her dance was toned down by choreographer Gene Kelly. From "An American in Paris" (1951)

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Audrey Hepburn's own long hair was cut short for real in this charming scene from "Roman Holiday"... giving the world its first view of the perfect short hair framing that perfectly lovely face.....

Audrey Hepburn's own long hair was cut short for real in this charming scene from "Roman Holiday"... giving the world its first view of the perfect short hair framing that perfectly lovely face.....

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The gorgeous curly-haired Alice Mann has quite the effect on Buster Keaton in "Coney Island" (1920)

The gorgeous curly-haired Alice Mann has quite the effect on Buster Keaton in "Coney Island" (1920)

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The beloved Stan and Ollie being interviewed in 1947 in Hull, England...and unable to resist one last gag.... Are you a fan of the boys?

The beloved Stan and Ollie being interviewed in 1947 in Hull, England...and unable to resist one last gag.... Are you a fan of the boys?

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Fred Astaire prepared for this "Drunk Dance"in "Holiday Inn"(1942) by downing a shot of bourbon between each take. After 6 takes-and 6 shots- he approved this scene with Marjorie Reynolds as the best rendition of all.

Fred Astaire prepared for this "Drunk Dance"in "Holiday Inn"(1942) by downing a shot of bourbon between each take. After 6 takes-and 6 shots- he approved this scene with Marjorie Reynolds as the best rendition of all.

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This is the last word ever spoken on film by this one-time legendary silent star....the other voice is already recognizable and would go on to be heard in many, may films. Wishing the same was true for our lovely lass. Who Is She?

This is the last word ever spoken on film by this one-time legendary silent star....the other voice is already recognizable and would go on to be heard in many, may films. Wishing the same was true for our lovely lass. Who Is She?

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The precious bit of film shows of Stan Laurel visiting his father, Arthur Jefferson, during the 1932 visit to England by Laurel and Hardy. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree!

The precious bit of film shows of Stan Laurel visiting his father, Arthur Jefferson, during the 1932 visit to England by Laurel and Hardy. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree!

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A little bit of sweet soft-shoe from Stan and Ollie in "Way Out West"......

A little bit of sweet soft-shoe from Stan and Ollie in "Way Out West"......

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For those who only knew Lucille Ball from her iconic television series, it can come as a surprise that she did have a busy film career, including 75 movies before 1950. Many were uncredited during the 1930s, but several began to stood out, including this little jazzy number in "Dance Girl Dance" (1940).

For those who only knew Lucille Ball from her iconic television series, it can come as a surprise that she did have a busy film career, including 75 movies before 1950. Many were uncredited during the 1930s, but several began to stood out, including this little jazzy number in "Dance Girl Dance" (1940).

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Alice Mann and her gorgeous curls mesmerize one Mr. Buster Keaton in "Coney Island" (1917)

Alice Mann and her gorgeous curls mesmerize one Mr. Buster Keaton in "Coney Island" (1917)

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Im memory of the great Ruby Keeler, who passed this day 2/28/1993. Shown here, with Lee Dixon, on the fabulous and fun giant typewriter set, in "Ready, Willing, and Able" (1937)

Im memory of the great Ruby Keeler, who passed this day 2/28/1993. Shown here, with Lee Dixon, on the fabulous and fun giant typewriter set, in "Ready, Willing, and Able" (1937)

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One of the sexiest dances ever filmed ..with William Holden and Kim Novak in "Picnic"............ Are you a fan of this film?

One of the sexiest dances ever filmed ..with William Holden and Kim Novak in "Picnic"............ Are you a fan of this film?

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The iconic long hair style of Veronica Lake swept the nation in 1941. Fearing it would lead to safety issues for women working in wartime factories, in 1943 the USG asked her to help in public safety films, as in the one below demonstrating a "victory roll"..

The iconic long hair style of Veronica Lake swept the nation in 1941. Fearing it would lead to safety issues for women working in wartime factories, in 1943 the USG asked her to help in public safety films, as in the one below demonstrating a "victory roll"..

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Benny Hill passed this date 4/18/1992.... his show started in 1955 in the UK , reached more than 21 million viewers, was imported to over 100 countries - and reminds us that sometimes the silliest of humor can be the best... Were you a fan?

Benny Hill passed this date 4/18/1992.... his show started in 1955 in the UK , reached more than 21 million viewers, was imported to over 100 countries - and reminds us that sometimes the silliest of humor can be the best... Were you a fan?

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