Category Archives: Culture

The 1940s brought two musicals worthy of your attention. 1946 brought us “The Jolson Story”. This is a much sanitised version of the life of Al Jolson. While there are vague events that are true, it is largely a work … Continue reading →

It’s not Xmas, but it will be soon. This 1947 ‘comedy’ is one of my favourite films. There is no way that it could take place anywhere but New York. Macy’s big store is the centre of attention but others … Continue reading →

I want to mention one more film of the 1930s. It was a great era for film, and there are certainly dozens more films we could include, but here we have “Make Way For Tomorrow”. It’s a 90 minute (or … Continue reading →