Posts Tagged ‘the culture files’
Life Lessons from Classic Hollywood Actresses
Glitz, glamour, and all things girly seem to be the defining themes of Old Hollywood films, at least when it came to the women portrayed on the Silver Screen. But most classic Hollywood actresses had more to offer viewers than meets the eye. Despite the oppressive nature of the film industry during the “studio era,”…
Read MoreThe Best Film Noir Movies: A Beginners Guide
Whether you’re looking to learn more about classic films or searching for the perfect gift for classic film lovers, this list of the best Film Noir movies is your guide into the dark, twisted world of noir. I created this guide to the dark underbelly of film to help others appreciate what’s become our favorite…
Read MoreGoing To Alcatraz: the Ultimate San Francisco Experience
“Are you going to Alcatraz?” a friend asked when I told her about our upcoming San Francisco trip. “Of course,” I said, knowing full well that I hadn’t thought about it. I listened as she shared her experience of visiting the famous prison, now a National Park. She described feeling incredibly torn, saddened by the…
Read MoreGalcos Old World Grocery: a Los Angeles Treasure
Galcos Old World Grocery has been nestled quietly in Los Angeles’ Highland Park neighborhood since 1897. But did you know it’s the soda shop of your dreams? Galcos is the type of shop that every kid longs to visit. I know I sure did! As a child, I can remember feeling flat when I peered…
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