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The Artist sparks a wave of interest in silent films and its stars!

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This evening I created my own “author page” on Facebook. So, between my blog and the newly created Facebook page, everything you need to know about my projects will be covered, in not one, but two places – by ME! 🙂

FYI – My Facebook author page is about my work only. It’s not a personal Facebook page.

My OFFICIAL Facebook Author Page

Posted below is a link to a collection of glass movie slides, or coming attraction slides, as they are also known. Pre movie trailers, these hand painted glass slides  were projected onto the movie screen to show audiences what to expect in theatres in the coming weeks.

As with movie posters, this was a form of disposable advertising. Paper and glass, if not treated properly, won’t stand the test of time, however, many of these coming attraction slides HAVE survived, and it’s an area of collecting that I (and my husband) enjoy.

To say we’re a bit addicted, is an understatement! You see, we started off collecting Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle slides only. Then it went into silent comedy slides only. It then branched out into any silent film…and now, we’ve opened ourselves up to the horror of every film ever produced, yes, that’s right, we’ve crossed into sound films too – GULP! 🙂

So, if YOU happen to have any glass movie slides that you’re wanting to sell, or if you know of anyone selling a collection, PLEASE LET ME KNOW!

E-mail me at – mvozus@gmail.com

For an example of these beauties, check out the link that I’ve posted below. You can click thru each page (there are six pages in all) to see the entire collection. Additionally, if you click on a particular slide, it will also enlarge.

Enjoy the show!

Coming Attraction Slides

Are YOU watching the SAG Awards tonight?!

My friend, and fellow author, Paul Green has spent the past year writing the definitive life and career study of actor, Jeffrey Hunter. However, there is now a threatened legal dispute and the book is in limbo until an agreement is made. The book was completed in time for the Halloween 2011 deadline, but due to this hiccup, unfortunately, it’s now on hold. Paul is hoping a resolution can be made in the near future, but until that time, please take a few seconds of your time to sign the below petition to show your support for Paul Green’s work.

Thank you! 🙂

Petition Link HERE

Two new films, both paying homage to old Hollywood lead this years Oscar nominations.

Hugo is up for eleven awards, while The Artist is up for ten.

Additionally, Michelle Williams has been nominated for “Best Actress in a Lead Role” for her portrayal of Marilyn Monroe in My Week With Marilyn.

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