Beginnings

So, here I am...tip toeing into the blogosphere. I've often thought of blogging but decided that I had nothing to say that anyone would be interested in. Then came those words..."May I suggest you do a classic movie Blog."

Words that struck fear in my heart! Fear because of my inadequacy when it comes to writing. Get me into a conversation and I'm a master (once I start). But writing? Can I do it justice? Will it be boring? Help!

Well, this is the beginning. I don't know where this will lead. Will I fail? Will anyone find it valuable? I have no idea but here goes.

Some basic information. My goal is to entice you into the world of Classic Movies. What is a classic movie? Well, for the sake of this blog, anything that is pre 1960. I may occasionally stray into a later movie but not on a regular basis. My desire is to create the same appreciation in the reader for these gems that I have. I will never reveal endings, solutions or too much information. I hope to ignite a new appreciation for the amazing films of the past.

My favorite resources include Turner Classic Movies and www.moviesunlimited.com. There are other places that I've found movies by googling titles. Not always reliable so I stick to the tried and true.

That said, not all are gems but all that I view will have a place in this blog. You know that it is oft stated that "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder." That goes for art as well and movies/films are indeed an art to be beheld.

Included in the reviews will be basic plot, character development, lighting, sound, as well as history and behind-the-scenes tidbits that I am addicted to so appreciate! When I settle down to be enchanted by a movie, I want to know as much about the story of the movie as possible so first I do research. I have found this to enhance my viewing pleasure and my hope is that, through this blog, yours will be enhanced as well.