As Warner Bros. continues celebrating its 100th anniversary, the studio has now released Rebel Without a Cause on 4K Ultra HD. “You’re tearing me apart!” – Jim Stark (James Dean) It’s hard to imagine what sort of career James Dean would have had after the release of Rebel Without a Cause. We’ll never knw because of his tragic death in a car crash one month prior to the release. Much like Natalie Wood or Sal…
"Rebel Without a Cause Arrives on 4K Ultra HD"Tag: Natalie Wood
Splendor in the Grass earned a Best Actress nomination for Natalie Wood while also propelling newcomer Warren Beatty to stardom. “Though nothing can bring back the hour Of splendour in the grass, of glory in the flower; We will grieve not, rather find Strength in what remains behind.” – William Wordsworth in “Ode: Intimations of Immortality” File this viewing under better late than never. It’s been sitting on my DVR for quite some time but…
"Splendor in the Grass Navigates Teen Love and Heartbreak"
Penelope, starring Natalie Wood in the title role, is a hysterical caper comedy that asks the question of whether committing a crime can save a marriage. Imagine robbing your husband’s bank because you’re not getting enough attention from him. This is exactly what happens for Penelope Elcott (Natalie Wood) when her banker husband, James Elcott (Ian Bannen), is more focused on his work than his wife at home. One day, Penelope disguises herself as an…
"Penelope: A Hysterical Caper Comedy"
Inside Daisy Clover, starring Natalie Wood, is a film that takes a look at Hollywood cruelty while also being a film that was ahead of its time. We first meet Daisy Clover (Natalie Wood) on her 15th birthday in 1936. She later discovers a telegram from Raymond Swan (Christopher Plummer) thrown in the trash upon coming home from work. There’s a mysterious car waiting for her and we get the backstory about her making a…
"Inside Daisy Clover: A Look At Hollywood Cruelty"
Laurent Bouzereau Natasha Gregson Wagner spoke over the phone with Solzy at the Movies two weeks ago about Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind. The documentary first premiered during the 2020 Sundance Film Festival and will air Tuesday, May 5 at 9 PM ET/PT on HBO. After premiering at one of the few festivals taking place in person this year, Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind will air in early May on HBO. How was the reception…
"Laurent Bouzereau, Natasha Gregson Wagner talk Natalie Wood" Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind goes beyond the mystery surrounding the death of the iconic actress by giving us insight into the life she lived. There’s a certain sadness in watching the documentary. Maybe it is because of knowing the actress didn’t live a full life. Or maybe its because of my hormones that I couldn’t stop crying. I don’t know but you should always hug your loved ones no matter what. Okay, I digress.…
"Sundance 2020: Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind"