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by Avalon76
Mon Jun 20, 2016 12:22 pm
Forum: Talking About Silents
Topic: Corliss Palmer
Replies: 0
Views: 677

Corliss Palmer

Hi all! I'm currently gathering research for a book on Corliss Palmer, the infamous MOTION PICTURE contest winner and mistress of Eugene V. Brewster. I've checked Silent Era for the status of her films, but a lot come up as unknown (if they come up at all). If anyone has info about the following, ca...
by Avalon76
Wed Mar 16, 2016 11:55 am
Forum: Silent News
Topic: Reels & Rivals: Sisters in Silent Film
Replies: 5
Views: 1865

Re: Reels & Rivals: Sisters in Silent Film

They didn't make it into the book, but who knows? There's enough ladies for a sequel. :wink:
by Avalon76
Fri Mar 15, 2013 10:36 am
Forum: Image Gallery
Topic: "Sunshine Sammy" image rights
Replies: 0
Views: 1068

"Sunshine Sammy" image rights

Hi gang! I'm working on a project for which I'll need the photos of about 25 silent stars. I know I need permission for them, especially the biggies like Chaplin and Keaton, but I'm stymied (pun intended) about Ernie "Sunshine Sammy" Morrison. Would his image be owned by Our Gang/Little Rascals lice...
by Avalon76
Tue Mar 12, 2013 9:58 am
Forum: Silent News
Topic: COLLEEN MOORE RESTORATIONS ANNOUNCED!
Replies: 32
Views: 15888

Re: COLLEEN MOORE RESTORATIONS ANNOUNCED!

This is fantastic news! Good work all!

(Yes, I've crawled out from under my rock and joined the Nitrateville living :D )
by Avalon76
Tue Oct 06, 2009 11:24 am
Forum: Silent News
Topic: TCM December Schedule
Replies: 13
Views: 2945

Rick Lanham wrote:
I picked one up in a "Big Lots" store for $3.

Rick
So did I! What an unexpected find, I loved the movie. :)
by Avalon76
Wed Jul 22, 2009 9:36 am
Forum: Talking About Talkies
Topic: Overrated film stars
Replies: 87
Views: 19127

I realize lightning may strike me, but I absolutely can't stand Audrey Hepburn. I got maybe about 20 minutes into "Breakfast at Tiffany's" before switching it off, and her other films elicited much the same reaction. :shock:
by Avalon76
Wed Jul 22, 2009 9:10 am
Forum: Silent News
Topic: TCM October Listings
Replies: 6
Views: 2028

Oh good - I missed "Tell It To The Marines" the last time it was on! And I've been wanting to catch "The Unholy Three" for ages.
by Avalon76
Wed Jul 22, 2009 9:01 am
Forum: Site Chat
Topic: Who are you? (Formal introductions)
Replies: 495
Views: 292605

Hi folks! My name is Jennifer, though I often go by Avalon online. I've been a fan of silent films for a few years now, and my favorites are Buster Keaton, Clara Bow, and Louise Brooks (she's how I found my way to silents). Also a big lover of pre-Codes (as many of us are), with Jean Harlow being my...