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Film History: Pre-code films
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The pre-code era represented a radical change in the role of women in cinema. Undoubtedly, the new female protagonism was not attributable to a sudden interest in the figure of women in society, nor by the search for equality, not even by a current of socio-cultural thought that sought renewal, in this regard , of the American arts. 
The studios simply used women to find enough sensationalism, morbidity and scandal to bring more audiences to theaters. It is evident that, despite the fact that economic gain was sought more than artistic quality, the end result was that many actresses became real movie stars, gaining a prominence, in many cases, greater than that given to male roles , and even, as we will see later, an actress even saved a major studio from bankruptcy.
There were many films that directly or indirectly addressed issues related to adultery, although perhaps it was the Metro Goldwyn Mayer film "The Divorcee" from 1930, the first to address the issue directly, creating a stir among the most popular  conservative sector of American society. 
The protagonist (Norma Shearer), deceived by her husband, decides to take revenge by sleeping with her best friend. Her performance earned her an Oscar. Curiously, this film was produced by Irving Thalberg, promoter of the first code and one of the most interesting characters in Hollywood of those years.
Returning to what the film's premiere meant at that time, there were two details that triggered the outrage of the "conservative sector"; firstly, that it was precisely one of the authors of the code who produced a film that openly violated it and, secondly, that the attitude adopted by the character of Shearer was certainly shameless and seemed to convey the following message: "if a man can be unfaithful  why shouldn’t a woman flirt with whoever she wants.” Of course, after being divorced and conquering man after man, she regretted that behavior and returned to her husband, whom she had never stopped loving.
Norma Shearer herself, again produced by her husband, would soon release "A free soul", 1931. This film tells how the daughter of an important lawyer begins an intense sexual relationship with a gangster played by Clark Gable (in which what would be his first major role). Another twist on what, according to the code, should not be shown in the movies.
Also in 1931 would be released "Night Nurse", a classic film of the pre-code era, with gangsters, and a  sexuality that floods the entire film with numerous scenes in which nurses appear in underwear.
But the most relevant thing about "Night Nurse", apart from serving as an example of a pre-code film, is that it was one of the first leading roles of the great Barbara Stanwick. Actress full of strength, talent and charisma, she was undoubtedly the most important Hollywood star of those early 30's. Before “Night Nurse” she had already shot “Illicit” 1931 (Illicit) and “Ladies of Leisure” 1930 (Light Women ) her first film with Frank Capra, with whom she would be very prolific during the 1930s and 1940s. Her enormous versatility led her to appear in genres as diverse as comedy, western, melodrama or film noir.
Apart from Capra, she worked for the best directors of the time; Howard Hawks, Cecil B. de Mille or Fritz Lang were lucky to have her in some of their casts. In 1933 she would participate in "Baby face" (Angel's Face) undoubtedly one of the most extravagant and lascivious films of the pre-code era. In it we are introduced to a licentious, sordid Barbara Stanwyck full of strength and determination. 
The film shows us how a woman uses her sexuality to achieve a higher social status by cajoling increasingly important men. The message she conveyed left no room for doubt: women can manipulate men with sex and be successful in life. Although it is also true that the ending serves as redemption for the character, she has to choose between money and love and she already knows what truly makes her happy ...
One of the actresses who stood out especially in the pre-code era for her sensuality and daringness was Mae West, considered the first sex symbol and fatal woman in the history of cinema. In 1932, she appeared in the film "Night after Night", by Archie L. Mayo. After this film Mae West became a comedian with a very characteristic humor that gave her the rank of star thanks to an adaptation of her theatrical hit "Diamond Lil" entitled "Lady Lou" (1933).
She enjoyed enormous decision-making power in the films in which she participated; She was a set designer, a screenwriter, and she also chose her co-stars. Provocative, confident of herself and her showmanship, she was surely the most influential actress in Hollywood in a long time. It was she who avoided the bankruptcy of Paramount, discovered a very young Cary Grant and also, charging for all this more than any of the actresses of that time, was the highest paid actress. In 1933 she premiered "I'm no Angel (I'm not an angel), along with Cary Grant and directed by Wesley Ruggles. Endowed with an undeniable gift for comedy and, especially, for double entendres she was the author of phrases that are already part of the history of cinema such as:
"Do you have a gun in your pocket or are you glad to see me?" "I believe in censorship, after all, I have made a fortune at its expense." "When I have to choose between two temptations I always choose the one that I have never tried." "When I am good, I am very good, but when I am bad, I am better."
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dun-dun-dunsparce · 2 years
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siobhanlovesfilm · 3 years
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Hi! If you get this, answer with three random things about yourself and send this to the last seven blogs in your notifications – Anonymously or not! Let’s get to know the person behind the blog!
Thank you for the ask @filmista 💜
1. My favourite book series as so child was A series of unfortunate events by Lemony Snicket, I still love them so much.
2. I have Aspergers, but I feel like it doesn't effect me that much. Found out when I was like 17, 18 years old I think, but my mum knew for a long time.
3. Every birthday I watch my favourite film Perks of Being a Wallflower, it's also my favourite book. It just means a lot to me and makes me feel not alone and understood. I feel like if someone read that book or saw their film, they would understand me a bit more. Even though it may seem cheesey.
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filmplanet · 4 years
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I was tagged by @filmista​ to share 7 comfort films:
1. Amélie (2001)
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2. Notting Hill (1999)
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3. The Straight Story (1999)
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4. Wonder (2017)
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5. The Lego Movie (2014)
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6. Flight of the Navigator (1986)
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7. Kiki's Delivery Service (1989)
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Tagging @gwennifer-phalange​ (but anyone is free to do this)
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I was tagged by @filmista to list my top 7 comfort movies (again!)
1. Best in Show (2000)
2. Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)
3. A Mighty Wind (2003)
4. The Apartment (1960)
5. Some Like it Hot (1959)
6. Bringing Up Baby (1938)
7. Lost in Translation (2003)
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evilmesatan · 4 years
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idasessions · 3 years
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Hi! If you get this, answer with three random things about yourself and send this to the last seven blogs in your notifications – Anonymously or not! Let’s get to know the person behind the blog!
Thanks, Ayla! 💕
1) my favorite alcoholic beverage is a strawberry margarita 🍹
2) my favorite coffee is a mocha ☕
3) I pretty much only drink water the rest of the time, lol 🚰
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thereaintnothing · 6 years
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Tagged by @filmista to list 10 songs I’ve been obsessed with lately:
1. She's a rainbow - The Rolling Stones 2. Shh goodnight - Gia Margaret 3. Us against the world - Coldplay 4. Rudy, a message to you - Dandy Livingstone 5. Changes - David Bowie 6. Spirits - The Strumbellas 7. Thunder - Roy 8. Till there was you - The Beatles 9. You can't always get what you want - The Rolling Stones 10. Audition - Emma Stone (La la land OST)
if anyone wants to share their list, consider yourselves tagged!
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siobhanlovesfilm · 4 years
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Favourite TV Shows Tag Game
Rules: Post gifs of 10 of your favorite TV shows without naming them and in no particular order.
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Im tagging @twistedrunes @blairwitchz @inkinterrupted @hardytoms @filmista @chastainsjessica
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filmplanet · 6 years
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@filmista tagged me to list my top ten favorite films (at the moment) along with three reasons why I love these movies.
and at the same time for celebrating my 1.000. post, here they are - my top 10 favorite movies:
Babel (2006, Alejandro González Iñárritu, France, USA, Mexico)
1. the trip of the different characters 2. the presentation of the problems of different people around the world, caused by misunderstandings 3. a good film to shed some tears
The Tree Of Life (2011, Terrence Malick, USA)
1. the melancholic atmosphere 2. the difference every time watching again 3. the beautiful cinematography
The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997, Steven Spielberg, USA)
1. dinos 2. the adventure 3. the combination of dinosaurs, safari and nature conservation
Spider-Man 2 (2004, Sam Raimi, USA)
1. Spidey 2. the great performance of a great cast 3. the downfall
The Big Lebowski (1998, Joel & Ethan Coen, USA)
1. the crazy trip 2. the weird characters 3. the dudes attitude
The Time Machine (2002, Simon Wells, USA)
1. time travelling 2. the tragic main character 3. the adventure
Groundhog Day (1993, Harold Ramis, USA)
1. the time warp idea 2. grumpy Bill Murray 3. the ton of quotes
Titanic (1997, James Cameron, USA)
1. Kate Winslet's performance 2. the lovestory and then the tragedy 3. the great set
Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain (2001, Jean-Pierre Jeunet, France)
1. Amélie’s personality, it’s very related to mine 2. the little big treats, Amélie is doing to people around her with herself covered 3. the storytelling
Forrest Gump (1994, Robert Zemeckis, USA)
1. the great mix of comedy and drama 2. the story, always the story 3. Lieutenant Dan
I tag @gwennifer-phalange and anybody who wants to do this.
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ggyppt · 7 years
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Me and my amazing girlfriend @filmista at the top of the Space Needle
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agent-ethan-hunt · 7 years
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Tagged by @cloakedman1 thanks.
Rule: Tag 9 followers that you’d like to know better
Name: Peter Star Sign: Aries Average hours of sleep: 7-ish. If I work the next day I usually get like 6.6 because i’m stupid. If I ave the day off, it’s like 8 or more.  Last thing I googled: Justified season 5 because I’v been bingeing it like crazy Favorite fictional character: Favorite? Yikes. Here’s a few: James Bond, The Dude, 12th Doctor, John McClane, Spider-Man, Bilbo Baggins, Ethan Hunt, Chandler Bing. What are you wearing right now: Walmart uniform minus the pants because I’m finally home. When did you start this blog: Mid-2011 I think. I could be wrong though. What do I post about: Movies. Movies. Uh...movies? And television. Humorous things. Sometimes I get hung up on something and I post it for days non stop. Usually a movie I fall in love with. Do I run more blogs: I did but school got in the way so I had to stop. @marshreviews Do I get a lot of asks: Literally never Why did I chose this url: Because I’m in love with Tom Cruise and I love the Mission: Impossible movies like I love life itself. (I hope M:I 6 isn’t delayed.
Idk if i know 9 people. Uh @gothcharliekelly @filmista @chiefmcclane @padmecat @managerie76 @longjump506
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