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Peck's Bad Girl is an American sitcom that aired on CBS from May 5 to August 4, 1959. The series centers on the misadventures of 12 year-old Torey Peck, played by Patty McCormack.
Johnny Got His Gun tells the story of Joe Bonham, a young soldier who awakens in a hospital bed after being severely injured in World War I. Joe has lost his limbs and senses, leaving him trapped in his own body. The film explores Joe's struggle to communicate and find purpose in his existence, highlighting the horrors of war and the human spirit's resilience.
In this pilot for the 1972-73 series, a detective specializing in missing persons cases finds himself accused of murder after being found unconscious in the apartment of a slain state official.
Joe and Ethel Turp are up in arms when their faithful old mailman is fired. Unable to get satisfaction on a municipal level, Joe and Ethel plead their mailman's case to the President himself.
Panama Hattie is a comedic musical that takes place during World War II in Panama. The story follows Hattie Maloney, a nightclub owner and singer who becomes involved in a spy mission against the Nazis. With the help of a secret door and some clever war propaganda, Hattie and a group of sailors work together to outsmart the enemy. Along the way, Hattie also finds love and learns important lessons about loyalty and sacrifice.
With a full Hollywood background and settings but more an expose of scandal-and-gossip magazines of the era, has-been actor John Blakeford agrees to write his memoirs for magazine-publisher Jordan Winston. When Blakeford's daughter, Patricia, ask him to desist for the sake of his ex-wife, Carlotta Blakeford, he attempts to break his contract with Winston.
Bombers B-52 follows the story of a group of bomber pilots in the United States Air Force during the Cold War. The film explores their personal lives, relationships, and struggles, against the backdrop of the tense political climate of the era. It delves into themes of loyalty, duty, and the impact of war on individuals.
In 19th century Pittsburgh, an Irish immigrant's unrequited love for a wealthy family's daughter sets off a series of events that will change their lives forever.
Lost Angel is a heartwarming comedy-drama film set in New York City. It follows the story of an orphan who finds a father figure in an escaped prisoner. Together, they navigate the challenges of city life and form a bond that transcends blood ties. With elements of romance and comedy, the film explores themes of love, family, and redemption.
Blossoms in the Dust tells the true story of Edna Gladney, who fought against societal norms in the 1940s to create a home for children born out of wedlock. Despite facing numerous challenges and prejudices, Edna's determination and love for these children ultimately triumphs.
Irene is a young model who works in a dress shop. She falls in love with a wealthy store manager, but their relationship is threatened when a scandal exposes a secret about Irene's past. Despite the obstacles, Irene and her love interest navigate the world of high society and ultimately find happiness together.
In the film noir classic Raw Deal, Joe Sullivan (Dennis O'Keefe) is serving time for a crime he did not commit. His girlfriend Pat (Claire Trevor) and his faithful friend Ann (Marsha Hunt) help him escape from prison. Joe decides to go undercover to seek revenge against his former gang members who double-crossed him. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and dangers, leading to a thrilling story of crime, betrayal, and redemption.
Four young toughs have ridden into Trail City and claimed it as easy pickings for their bullying and gunplay. The whole town will be overrun by lawlessness if decent folks like rancher and Civil War veteran Sam Christy don’t take a stand.
The Human Comedy follows the coming-of-age journey of a teenage boy in a small town during World War II. With the backdrop of the war, the boy experiences loss, love, and the realities of life. Through telegrams and letters, the boy becomes entwined with the lives of soldiers and their families, discovering the true meaning of bravery and resilience.
A proud, pro-capital punishment district attorney with a 90% execution rate, finds himself wrongly convicted of murdering his estranged wife and sentenced to die. The woman he loves and his investigator rival for her affections rally to find the real killer, while he is confronted by the misery of life on death row.
A tribute and doc-crime-drama celebrating American film noir and the icons of the Hollywood golden age. It recaptures the time and place of New York in the 30's and 40s as well as plays with the codes and references of the genre.
Marsha Hunt's Sweet Adversity is a documentary that explores the life and career of actress Marsha Hunt. It delves into her early days in Hollywood, her involvement in the blacklist during the McCarthy era, and her continued activism in later years. Through interviews, archival footage, and personal anecdotes, the film paints a portrait of a resilient and talented woman who faced adversity with grace and determination.
Smash-Up: The Story of a Woman follows the journey of a talented singer who becomes a radio personality and achieves fame. However, her success is overshadowed by her battle with alcoholism and a troubled marriage. As she navigates the price of fame and the challenges of her personal life, she is faced with unrequited love and the complexities of relationships. With themes of mother-daughter relationships, jealousy, and the struggles of addiction, this film delves into the dark side of stardom and the consequences it can have on one's life.
A psychiatrist specializing in the occult becomes involved in the case of a man who is possessed by a spirit in an antique mirror. The man's fiance discovers that the mirror is able to bring back her former boyfriend, who had been killed in a car accident, from the dead.
Set during World War II, a group of women volunteers serving in the Philippines face various challenges and form deep friendships while dealing with the hardships of war. The story explores themes of sacrifice, camaraderie, and the strength of women in challenging times.
Marsha Hunt
Marsha Hunt (born Marcia Virginia Hunt; October 17, 1917 – September 7, 2022) was an American actress, model and activist, with a career spanning nearly 80 years. She was blacklisted by Hollywood film studio executives in the 1950s during McCarthyism. Although initially reluctant to pursue a film career, in June 1935, at age 17, Hunt signed a seven-year contract with Paramount Pictures. Paramount discovered her when she was visiting her uncle in Los Angeles and the comedian Zeppo Marx saw a picture of her in the newspaper. She was then offered a screen test for The Virginia Judge. At Paramount, Hunt mainly played ingenue parts. Between 1935 and 1938, she made 12 pictures at Paramount, including a starring roles in Easy to Take, Gentle Julia, The Accusing Finger, Murder Goes to College, and two on "loan-out" to RKO and 20th Century Fox. In 1937, she starred opposite John Wayne, a couple of years prior to his breakthrough in Hollywood, in the Western film Born to the West. The studio terminated Hunt's contract in 1938, and she spent a few years starring in B-films produced by poverty row studios such as Republic Pictures and Monogram Pictures. She also headed to New York City for work in summer stock theatre shortly before winning a supporting role in MGM's These Glamour Girls opposite Lana Turner and Lew Ayres. The role of Betty was said to have been written specially with Hunt in mind. Other roles in major studio productions soon followed, including supporting roles as Mary Bennet in MGM's version of Pride and Prejudice with Laurence Olivier and as Martha Scott's surrogate child Hope Thompson in Cheers for Miss Bishop. In 1941, Hunt signed a contract with MGM, where she remained for the next six years. While filming Blossoms in the Dust, film director Mervyn LeRoy lauded Hunt for her heartfelt and genuine acting ability. In 1944, she polled seventh in a list by exhibitors of "Stars of Tomorrow". She also appeared in None Shall Escape, a film that is now regarded as the first about the Holocaust. She played Marja Pacierkowski, the Polish fiancé of a German Nazi officer named Wilhelm Grimm.
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