A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....11-14-06....Hollywood's Finest Days

[GodBlessUSA]

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I spent a day over the weekend watching classic movies, staring actors like Bob Hope and Jimmy Stewart. What a great way to spend a rainy Sunday. I thought what a drastic comparison this is to the way things are today. I can't be bothered or care what Hollywood has to say today. The old movies show love of America with patriotic Hollywood Heroes. Now, all we see from Hollywood is anti-american propaganda.

There was a day when we could be proud of many Hollywood producers and actors—when Hollywood’s actors and producers actually had something worthy to say. They were patriotic and performed selfless acts. They served our country in the military, entertained our troops, and supported our troops. They even left successful careers to serve in the military to defend America. These heroes, I admire. Tinsel town has since lost it's shine. Here are a few of my favorites. Who are your favorites?

(Mega-Movie Star when war broke out) Although he was beyond the draft age at the time the U.S. entered WW II, Clark Gable enlisted as a private in the AAF on Aug. 12, 1942 at Los Angeles. Capt. Gable returned to the U.S. in Oct. 1943 and was relieved from active duty as a major on Jun. 12, 1944.

James Stewart Entered the Army Air Force as a private and worked his way to the rank of Colonel. Stewart earned the Air Medal, the Distinguished Flying Cross, France's Croix de Guerre, and 7 Battle Stars during World War II. In peace time, Stewart continued to be an active member of the Air Force as a reservist, reaching the rank of Brigadier General before retiring in the late 1950s.

Bob Hope's commitment and dedication to the morale of America's servicemen and women is entertainment history, indeed, world history. His humor and wit was absolutely brilliant. A legend for all time.

An interesting website Hollywood's World War II Heroes

Here are a few scenes from some of my favorite movies. Can you guess who they are and from what movie? :)

A few more photos of some favorite actors/actress'

10-01-06 ~ Hall of Fame #17

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 11-13-06 Military Monday

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' Every Thursday at the Finest The guy's good, folks!

[Majie Purple]

Thanks for sharing your comment re:your daughter liking Cary Grant too...I'm also multiple generations part from that era but I love it!
And as for crooners my Faves are Andy williams & Dean Martin...Alsoway ahead of my generation but Those movies;those voices/talents are timeless once one hears/sees tis impossible for me not to enjoy!

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Hello Majee.

Love the Roses and pics.

Here is a picture of Cary Grant in one of his Movies that I absolutely love.

Can you guess which movie it is?

[Majie Purple]

Yes, indeed it is! & yes indeed he was!
& Thanks for Your earlier Hollyood pic ping Meg!

[Majie Purple]

Thanks Noosie!
Yes I can name that movie!
"Father Goose"!
Loved that one too...

[lysie]

*sigh*

People, relatives included, insist my mom looked like Ingrid..second..Donna Reed.

[Majie Purple]

Aaahh, Kirk Douglas floats your boat, does he?
Thanks for the ping...you got any other faves?

[Majie Purple]

Wow, really?! pretty mom you have then!

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Yup, it sure is a great Movie.

[Majie Purple]

CMac meant to ping you to my 124...Didn't see your name in Noosie's recipient box before...

[GodBlessUSA]

Hi lysie :)

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Hi GBUSA.:)

[GodBlessUSA]

Hi Mrs. N :)
What a day. Whew. How are you? Done with chores?

[Lady Jag]

I have a zillion faves and could go on and on.

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Taking a break so I can eat something and then on to do laundry.:)

Are you all done?

[Majie Purple]

Name one more fave (each)
other than whom you've already posted
or gotten a ping for...
I wanna solo pic ping ya!

[lysie]

Good afternoon..GBU.

[jwfiv]

Excellent thread, GBUSA ... thank you.

Hollywood today is an inbred, incestuous clique of silly celebrities and faux artists who too often produce obviously leftist propaganda rather than a simple, good story.

The occasional gem comes down the pike, but by and large, the movies today are on par with the Head On commercial.

I'd rather sit back and watch Bogie or the Duke.

I'd rather dream about Veronica Lake or Lauren Bacall than any of the collagen/silcon augmented actresses in the spotlight these days.

[lysie]

Easy, one of my most favs...Powell and Loy.

[Lady Jag]

Fave what? Fave old male movie star?

[lysie]

Well! A very good choice, I must say.