A compilation of early-day silent films that serves as a glimpse back to the formative days of the movie industry as a salute to Hollywood's Golden Year, so proclaimed by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce as 1953.
Flubs and bloopers that occurred on the set of some of the major Warner Bros. pictures of 1944.
During World War II, the Hollywood Canteen provides entertainment for soldiers on leave, with musical performances, dancing, and famous stars. A soldier falls for a pretty girl and tries to win her over with the help of his friends. They face various obstacles but end up finding love in the end.
Roman Scandals is a pre-code musical comedy with elements of fantasy and romance. It follows the story of a man who is transported back to ancient Rome and embarks on a series of misadventures, including being sold into slavery and participating in a chariot race. The film features catchy musical numbers, comedic farce, and a touch of romance.
In the 1930s, a rich kid pretends to be poor in order to inherit his fortune. Along the way, he gets caught up in a series of comedic and romantic adventures.
Palmy Days is a comedy musical that tells the story of a bakery owner who is under the threat of losing his business. To save it, he enlists the help of a blackface performer who has psychic powers. Together, they use hypnotism and impersonation to escape from danger and ultimately save the bakery. Along the way, there are love interests, party scenes, and comedic mishaps.
In Whoopee!, a hypochondriac rancher tries to propose to his nurse while dealing with a musical singer, a scalp-hunting Indian chief, and various comical misunderstandings. Set in the Prohibition era, the film features gunfights, racial stereotypes, and a chaotic courtship.
An out-of-work professor gets a break from an old college buddy to teach at an exclusive girl's school. But events conspire against him: he finds an abandoned child which he takes under his wing, despite the school's rules against teachers having a family; and the girls in the school resent his replacing a handsome and popular teacher, and do everything in their power to get him fired.
When a timid college student is mistaken for a famous matador, he gets caught up in a whirlwind of events involving kidnapping, gunfire, and romance.
Ali Baba dreams of becoming a movie star and goes to Hollywood to pursue his dream. Along the way, he gets caught up in a series of comedic situations and mistaken identities.
Thank Your Lucky Stars is a madcap comedy set in Hollywood during wartime. It follows the story of a theatrical producer who poses as a reporter to find an aspiring actor. Along the way, they encounter a Hollywood tour bus driver, a songwriter, a movie set chairman, and a con man. The plot takes unexpected twists and turns as the characters get involved in impersonation, kidnapping, and rehearsal for a charity show. With an all-star cast, this musical comedy is a must-watch for fans of classic Hollywood.
The Story of Will Rogers is a biographical comedy-drama film that tells the life story of Will Rogers, a famous humorist. The movie showcases Rogers' career, his time at the World's Fair, and his iconic character. It is based on a true story and features his interactions with Florenz Ziegfeld and his involvement in the Louisiana Purchase Exposition.
In the small town of Brookford, everybody can trace their ancestors back to the Revolutionary War, except Sam and Susie Parker. One day, however, they find a letter written by George Washington that mentions the bravery of a Revolutionary War hero named Parker.
Glorifying the American Girl is a pre-Code musical comedy-drama film that follows the journey of a young woman as she achieves fame and success in show business. The film showcases the glamour and challenges of the industry, exploring themes of ambition, love, and rivalry. With its lively dance numbers, catchy songs, and entertaining performances, Glorifying the American Girl is a captivating portrayal of the American dream.
Meek Eddie Pink becomes manager of an amusement park beset by mobsters.
The Hollywood Gad-About is a documentary short film from 1934 that showcases the glamour and beauty of Hollywood during that time. It serves as a promotional tool to highlight the movies and celebrities of the era.
Long before the release of the cult film Dracula vs. Frankenstein, the original stars of Dracula and Frankenstein met face to face--for a game of chess. The scene is from an early 1934 episode of Columbia Pictures' Screen Snapshots, a series of short films featuring the off-screen lives of Hollywood stars.
Musical about vaudeville performers, from 1944.
A simple filmed performance featuring Cantor, done up in his stage minstrel makeup, allegedly at the Ziegfeld Theatre Roof Garden, but actually filmed on a soundstage at the Paramount Astoria studio.