EPISODE 149 -  “DANCING WITH THE STARS AT THE HOLLYWOOD CANTEEN” - 7/20/2026 

This week on From Beneath the Hollywood Sign, Steve and Nan step inside one of the most magical places in Hollywood history—the legendary Hollywood Canteen! During World War II, some of the biggest stars in the world traded movie sets for serving trays, dish towels, and dancing shoes, all to give visiting servicemen and women a night they would never forget. Bette Davis, John Garfield, Marlene Dietrich, Hedy Lamarr, Rita Hayworth, and hundreds of others volunteered their time—and the stories behind the Canteen are every bit as fascinating, funny, and touching as you might imagine. So grab your dancing shoes and join us as we tell the remarkable story of the Hollywood Canteen.

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

The Hollywood Canteen: Where the Greatest Generation Danced With the Most Beautiful Girls in the World (2012), by Lisa Mitchell and Bruce Torrence;

“The Hollywood Canteen:Service and the Stars,” February 9, 2024, byBenjamin McVay, CinemaScholars.com;

TCM.com;

wikipedia.com;

IMDBPro.com;

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EPISODE 148 -  “CATCH A WAVE: HOLLYWOOD’S BEACH MOVIE CRAZE” - 7/13/2026 

This week on  From Beneath The Hollywood Sign, we dive into the sun-soaked beach movie craze that swept America in the late 1950s and 1960s. From the wholesome charm of Frankie Avalon and Annette Funicello to the cultural phenomenon of Gidget and the romantic drama of A Summer Place, we're exploring the films that made surf, sand, sunshine, slapstick comedy, and catchy music the ultimate recipe for fun. Along the way, we'll revisit the stars, the songs, and the stories behind the genre, highlighting the movies that captured the carefree spirit of an unforgettable era. Grab your sunscreen, wax up your surfboard, and join us for a nostalgic trip back to Hollywood's beach party heyday!

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

Summer Movies: 30 Sun-Drenched Classics (2021), by John Malahy;

TCM.com;

wikipedia.com;

IMDBPro.com;

Movies Mentioned:

Gidget (1959), starring Sandra Dee, James Darren, Cliff Robertson, Arthur O’Connell, & Mary LaRoche;

Where The Boys Are (1960); starring Delores Hart, Paula Prentiss, Yvette Mimieux, Connie Francis, George Hamilton, Jim Hutton, Frank Gorshin, Chill Wills, & Barbara Nichols;

A Summer Place (1959), starring Sandra Dee, Troy Donahue, Dorothy McGuire, Richard Egan, Arthur Kennedy, Constance Ford, & Beulah Bondi;

Beach Blanket Bingo (1965), starring Frankie Avalon, Annette Funicello, Harvey Lembeck, Linda Evans, Jody McCrea, Deborah Walley, John Ashley, Buster Keaton, Donna Loren, Marta Kristen, Paul Lynde, Don Rickles, & Timothy Carey;

Blue Hawaii (1961), starring Elvis Presley, Joan Blackman, Angela Lansbury, Pamela Austin, Nancy Walters, Roland Winters, Howard McNear, Steve Brodie & John Archer;

Don’t Make Waves (1967), starring Tony Curtis, Claudia Cardinale, Sharon Tate, Robert Webber, Joanna Barnes, Dave Draper, Mort Sahl, Dub Taylor, Ann Elder & Edgar Bergen;

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“CLASSIC CINEMA STAR OF THE MONTH: BARBARA STANWYCK” - 7/06/2026  (147)

Anyone who’s listened to From Beneath the Hollywood Sign for any length of time, knows that BARBARA STANWYCK is the all-time favorite actress of Steve and Nan. This week, we will be discussing the remarkable life and career of this legend. What can you say about Stanwyck? Tough, talented, fiercely independent, and endlessly versatile, she could break your heart in Stella Dallas, make you laugh in The Lady Eve, and leave you breathless in Double Indemnity. Join us as we explore her extraordinary journey from a difficult childhood to becoming one of the most respected actresses of Hollywood's Golden Age. Along the way, we'll share fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, surprising moments from her personal life, and reveal why directors, co-stars, and film crews adored working with her. If you're a fan of classic movies—or simply love stories about remarkable people—you won't want to miss this tribute to the incomparable Barbara Stanwyck.

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

A Life of Barbara Stanwyck: Steel to True 1907-1940 (2013), by Victoria Wilson;

Pieces of My Heart (2008), by Robert Wagner with Scott Eyman;

Barbara Stanwyck: Straight Down The Line | The Hollywood Collection, 1997

Barbara Stanwyck: Fire and Desire (1991), by Richard Schickel;

The Name Above The Title (1971), by Frank Capra;

“Barbara Stanwyck, Actress, Dead at 82,” January 22, 1990, by Peter B. Flint, New York Times; 

Barbara-Stanwyck.com

AFI.com

TCM.com

biography.com

walkoffame.com 

wikipedia.com

IMDBPro.com;

Movies Mentioned:

The Locked Door (1929);

Mexicali Rose (1929);

Ladies of Leisure (1930);

Illicit (1931);

Ten Cents A Dance (1931);

The Miracle Woman (1931);

Night Nurse (1931);

Forbidden (1932);

The Bitter Tea of General Yen (1932);

Baby Face (1933);

Annie Oakley (1935);

Her Brother’s Wife (1936);

That Is My Affair (1937);

Stella Dallas (1937);

Golden Boy (1939);

Remember The Night (1939);

The Great Man’s Lady (1941);

Ball of Fire (1941);

The Lady Eve (1941);

Meet John Doe (1941);

Lady of Burlesque (1944);

Christmas In Connecticut (1945);

The Strange Loves of Martha Ivers (1946);

My Reputation (1946);

The Two Mrs. Carrolls (1947);

East Side West Side (1949);

Quo Vadis (1951):

No Man of Her Own (1950);

The Furies (1950);

Clash By Night (1952);

The Moonlighter (1953);

Jeopardy (1953);

Executive Suite (1954);

There’s Always Tomorrow (1956);

Forty Funs (1957);

Trooper Hook (1957);

The Night Walker (1964);

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“REEL PATRIOTS: AMERICA’S STORY ON SCREEN” - 6/29/2026 (146)

As America gears up to celebrate its 250th birthday, Steve and Nan take a cinematic journey through some of the most patriotic films ever made in the latest episode of From Beneath the Hollywood Sign. From stirring wartime dramas to inspiring stories of courage, sacrifice, and the American spirit, Steve and Nan share their personal favorites, explore the history behind these beloved classics, and discuss why these films continue to resonate with audiences today. Whether you're looking for viewing recommendations for the Semiquincentennial celebration or simply love classic Hollywood, this episode is a heartfelt tribute to the movies that helped define America on the silver screen.

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

Wikipedia.com

TCM.com;

IMDBPro.com;

Movies Mentioned:

Sergeant York (1941), starring Gary Cooper, Walter Brennan, Joan Leslie, Margaret Wycherly, June Lockhart., Dickie Moore, George Tobias, Ward Bond & Noah Beery;

The Pride of the Yankees (1942), starring Gary Cooper, Teresa Wright, Walter Brennan, Dan Duryea, Babe Ruth, Elsa Janssen & Virginia Gilmore;

The Human Comedy (1943), starring Mickey Rooney, Frank Morgan, James Craig, Marsha Hunt, Donna Reed, Van Johnson, Fay Bainter, Dorothy Morris, Jackie “Butch” Jenkins, John Craven, Robert Mitchum, Barry Nelson & Don Defore;

Mrs. Miniver (1942), starring Greer Garson, Walter Pidgeon, Teresa Wright, May Witty, Richard Ney, Reginald Owens, Henry Travers & Henry Wilcoxon;

Since You Went Away (1944), starring Claudette Colbert, Jennifer Jones, Shirley Temple, Joseph Cotten, Monty Woolley, Robert Walker, Lionel Barrymore, Agnes Moorehead, Hattie McDaniel, Alla Nazimova, Guy Madison, Craig Stevens & Keenan Wynn;

So Proudly We Hail! (1943), starring Claudette Colbert, Pualette Goddard, Veronica Lake, George Reeves, Barbara Britton, Sonny Tufts, Walter Abel, Mary Servoss, Mary Treen; Dorothy Adams, & Ann Doran;

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“STEVE & NAN CELEBRATE MARILYN MONROE’S 100th BIRTHDAY” - 6/22/2026 (145)

In honor of what would have been Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday, From Beneath the Hollywood Sign celebrates the enduring magic of one of Hollywood’s most beloved and influential stars. In this special episode, we revisit some of our favorite Marilyn Monroe films, exploring the performances, charisma, comedic brilliance, and screen presence that made her a timeless icon. From sparkling comedies to memorable dramatic turns, we discuss the movies that continue to enchant audiences and showcase the remarkable talent behind the legend. Join us as we celebrate Marilyn’s centennial and reflect on the cinematic legacy that keeps her shining brightly a century after her birth.

SHOW NOTES:

Sources:

Goddess: The Secret Lives of Marilyn Monroe (2012), by Anthony Summers;

Robert Mitchum: ‘Baby, I Don’t Care’ (2002), by Lee Server;

A Director’s Cut: A Memoir of 60 Years in Film and Television (2000), by Roy Ward Baker;

Marilyn Monroe: The Biography (1993), by Donald Spoto;

Preminger: An Autobiography (1977), by Otto Preminger;

Wikipedia.com

TCM.com;

IMDBPro.com;

IBDB.com;

Brittanica.com;

Movies Mentioned:

Ladies of the Chorus (1948), starring Adele Jergens, Marilyn Monroe, Rand Brooks, Nana Bryant, Eddie Garr, & Steven Geray;

Don’t Bother To Knock (1952), starring Marilyn Monroe, Richard Widmark, Elisa Cook Jr, Anne Bancroft, Jim Backus, Lurene Tuttle, Donna Corcoran & Jeanne Cagney;

River of No Return (1954), starring Robert Mitchum, Marilyn Monroe, Rory Calhoun, & Tommy Rettig;

Niagara (1953), starring Marilyn Monroe, Jean Peters, Joseph Cotten, Max Showalter, Denis O’Dea, Richard Allan, Don Wilsion, Lurene Tuttle & Will Wright;

Bus Stop (1956), starring Marilyn Monroe, Don Murray, Arthur O’Connell, Betty Field, Eileen Heckart, Hope Lange, Robert Bray & Max Showalter;

The Seven Year Itch (1955), starring Marilyn Monroe, Tom Ewell, Evelyn Keyes, Sonny Tufts, Robert Strauss, Oscar Holmolka, Marguerite Chapman & Victor Moore;

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EPISODE 144 -  “HOLLYWOOD BLOODLINES: CLASSIC HOLLYWOOD'S LEGENDARY FAMILIES” - 6/15/2026 

Hollywood has always been a family affair. In this episode, we explore some of the entertainment industry's most enduring dynasties, from the swashbuckling legacy of the Fairbanks family to the influential Montgomerys to the acclaimed generations of the Fondas and the multi-talented Hustons. Discover how these iconic families shaped the history of film, passed their craft from one generation to the next, and navigated the challenges of living in the shadow of legendary names. Join us as we uncover the stories, triumphs, and lasting influence behind Hollywood's most famous family legacies.

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

The First King of Hollywood (2016), by Tracey Goessel;

Broken Silence: Conversations with 23 Silent Picture Stars (2011), by Michael G. Ankerich;

John Huston Interviews (2001), by Robert Emmet Long;

Don’t Tell Dad: A Memoir (1998), by Peter Fonda;

September Song: An Intimate Biography of Walter Huston (1998), by John Weld;

“Elizabeth Montgomery’s Secret Heartbreak: How She Found Magic Despite Her Fame,” February 27, 2026, by Ed Gross, Woman’s World;

“The Fonda Family: All About the Hollywood Dynasty, From Golden Age Star Henry to Living Legend Jane,” September 8, 2025, by Julie Tremaine, People Magazine; 

"Peter Fonda, ‘Easy Rider’ Actor and Screenwriter, Is Dead at 79,” August 16, 2019, by Anita Gates, New York Times;

“The Fonda Factor,” December 1990, by Peter Collier, Vanity Fair;

“HENRY FONDA DIES ON COAST AT 77; PLAYED 100 STAGE AND SCREEN ROLES,” August 13, 1982, by Peter B. Flint, New York Times;

“Robert Montgomery, Actor, Dies at 77,” September 28, 1981, by David Bird, New York Times;

Wikipedia.com

TCM.com;

IMDBPro.com;

IBDB.com;

Brittanica.com;

Movies Mentioned:

The Mark of Zorro (1920);

Robin Hood (1922);

The Thief of Bagdad (1924);

So This Is College (1929);
The Divorcee (1930);
Inspiration (1931);

Little Caesar (1931);
Letty Lynton (1932);

Rain (1932);

Morning Glory (1933);
The Farmer Takes a Wife (1935);
Petticoat Fever (1936);

Dodsworth (1936);
Jezebel (1937);

The Prisoner of Zenda (1937);
Night Must Fall (1937);

Of Human Hearts (1938);
Young Mister Lincoln (1939);

Gunga Din (1939);
Earl of Chicago (1940);
The Grapes of Wrath (1940);
Here Comes Mr. Jordan (1941);

The Devil and Daniel Webster (1941)

Sergeant York (1941);
The Lady Eve (1941);

Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942);
The Ox-Bow Incident (1943);
They Were Expendable (1945);
Lady in the Lake (1946);
My Darling Clementine (1946);
Ride the Pink Horse (1947);
Once More, My Darling (1948);

The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948);

Key Largo (1948);

The Asphalt Jungle (1950);

The African Queen (1951);

Mister Roberts (1955);
The Desperate Hours (1955);
The Court-Martial of Billy Mitchell (1955);

Moby Dick (1956); 

12 Angry Men (1957);

Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison (1957);
Tall Story (1960);
The Gallant Hours (1960);

The Misfits (1961);
Period of Adjustment (1962);
Calculated Risk (1962);
Johnny Cool (1963);
Who's Been Sleeping in My Bed (1963);
Tammy and the Doctor (1963);

Night of the Iguana (1964);
Cat Ballou (1964);
The Young Lovers (1964);
The Wild Angels (1966);
Barefoot in the Park (1967);
The Trip (1967);
Bonnie and Clyde (1967)
Once Upon a Time in the West (1968);
Rosemary’s Baby (1968)

Barbarella (1968);
Easy Rider (1969);
Klute (1971);

Fat City (1972);

Chinatown (1974);
A Case of Rape (1974);
Mrs. Sundance (1974);

The Man Who Would Be King (1975);
The Legend of Lizzie Borden (1975);
Coming Home (1978);
Wanda Nevada (1979);
On Golden Pond (1981);
9 to 5 (1982);

Prizzi’s Honor (1985);
Agnes of God (1985);
The Morning After (1986);

The Dead (1987);

Mr. North  (1988);

The Grifters (1990);

The Adams Family (1991);

Adams Family Values (1993);
Black Widow Murders: The Blanche Taylor Moore Story (1993);
Ulee’s Gold (1997);

Ever After (1998);
The Passion of Ayn Rand (2000);

The Aviator (2004);

The Constant Gardner (2005);

30 Days of Night (2007);
3:10 to Yuma (2008);

X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009);

Wonder Woman (2017);

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EPISODE 143 -  “GUESS WHO’S NUMBER ONE?: STEVE & NAN RANK TRACY/HEPBURN FILMS” - 6/08/2026 

One of the most dynamic duos in film history is undoubtedly the teaming of SPENCER TRACY and KATHARINE HEPBURN. This chemistry was electric. Over the course of their careers, they appeared in nine films together — covering a wide range of genres. They were in everything from Westerns (“The Sea of Grass”) to film noirs (“Keeper of the Flame”) to what would become their specialty, romantic comedies (“Pat and Mike”). They also appeared in the seminal 1960s social comedy/drama “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner.” This week, Steve & Nan will do the impossible  — they will attempt to rank the nine films this duo made together. Form worst to best! How will your favorite stack up?

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

Wikipedia.com

TCM.com;

IMDBPro.com;

IBDB.com;

RogerEbert.com

Movies Mentioned:

Woman of the Year (1942), co-staring Fay Banter, Reginald Owen, Minor Watson, William Bendix, Gladys Blake, and Dan Tobin;

Keeper of the Flame (1942), co-staring Richard Whorf, Stephen McNally, Forest Tucker, Howard De Silva, and Margaret Wycherly;

Without Love (1945), co-starring Lucille Ball, Keenan Wynn, Patricia Morison, Felix Bessart, Carl Esmond, and Gloria Grahame;

The Sea of Grass (1947), co-starring Melvyn Douglas, Robert Walker, Phyllis Thaxter, Harry Carey, and Edgar Buchanan;

State of the Union (1948), co-starring Angela Lansbury, Howard Lindsay, Van Johnson, Roger Moore, Carl “Alfalfa” Switzer, Margaret Hamilton, and Charles Lane;

Adam’s Rib (1949), co-starring Judy Holiday, Tom Ewell, David Wayne, Jean Hagen, and Hope Emerson;

Pat and Mike (1952), co-starring Aldo Ray, William Ching, Sammy White, Charles Bronson, Chuck Connors, Phyllis Povah, and Jim Backus;

Desk Set (1957), co-starring Gig Young, Joan Blondell, Dina Merrill, Sue Randall, and Neva Patterson;

Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner (1967), co-starring Sidney Poitier, Katharine Houghton, Beah Richard, Roy Glenn, Cecil Kellaway, Isabel Sanford, and Virginia Christine;

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EPISODE 142 -  “LUCILLE BREMER: CLASSIC CINEMA STAR OF THE MONTH” - 6/01/2026 

One of those fascinating “what happened to her?” MGM stories is LUCILLE BREMER. Bremer was an elegant redheaded dancer who MGM clearly thought was going to be their next big musical star after ELEANOR POWELL had stepped away. She had the glamour, the dancing ability, the carriage… she looked like she belonged in Technicolor. However, her career lasted only a few short years, and during that time, she worked with visionary talents like VINCENTE MINNELLI and ARTHUR FREED. She danced with FRED ASTAIRE at the absolute height of his artistry. She appeared in Technicolor spectacles that later generations would rediscover and celebrate. She shone so brightly in films during the 1940s, but then, like a shooting star in the night sky, she just vanished. So just what happened to this talented actress? We’ll find out as we honor LUCILLE BREMER as our June Star of the Month.

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

“Actress Lucille Bremer: From Broadway Lights to La Jolla Shores,” January 17, 2025, by Debbie L. Sklar, Times of San Diego;

Lucille Bremer, 79, Actress and Dancer, April 20, 1996, New York Times;

“Actress Lucille Bremer Marries,” August 5, 1948, The Spokesman-Review;

Life Magazine, March 25, 1946;

“Flight of a ‘Rocket’,” January 7, 1945, Albuquerque Journal;

Wikipedia.com

TCM.com;

IMDBPro.com;

Movies Mentioned:

Penny Arcade (1942), starring Lucille Bremer & Peter Garey;

This Love of Mine (1944), starring Cyd Charisse & Lucille Bremer;

Meet Me In St, Louis (1944), starring Judy Garland, Margaret O’Brien, Mary Astor, Leon Ames, Lucille Bremer, Marjorie Main, & Tom Drake;

Yolanda and the Thief (1945), starring Fred Astaire, Lucille Bremer, Frank Morgan, Mildred Natwick & Leon Ames;

Ziegfeld Follies (1945), starring Gene Kelly, Judy Garland, Lena Horne, Kathryn Grayson, Lucille, Ball, Lucille Bremer, Esther Williams, Red Skelton;

Till The Clouds Go By (1946), starring Judy Garland, June Allyson, Lucille Bremer, Van Heflin, Robert Walker, Van Johnson, Lena Horne, Frank Sinatra, Cyd Charrise, Tony Martin, Dinah Shore, & Angela Lansbury; 

Dark Delusion (1947), starring Lionel Barrymore, James Craig, Lucille Bremer, & Jayne Meadows;

Adventures of Casanova (1948), starring Arturo de Córdova, Lucille Bremer, Turhan Bey & John Sutton; 

Ruthless (1948), starring Zachary Scott, Louis Hayward, Diana Lynn, Sydney Greenstreet, & Lucille Bremer;

Behind Locked Doors (1948); starring Lucille Bremer & Richard Carlson;

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“THE GARDEN OF ALLAH: COCKTAILS, SCANDALS & MISCHIEF” - 5/25/2026 (141)

Once upon a time, there was a magical, decadent hotel in Hollywood where stars could avoid the scrutiny of the public and studio executives and really let their hair down. And, boy, did they! It was a place where there were no rules, there was a party every night, and the rich and famous could frolic carelessly around the pool - and sometimes in the pool, fully dressed. This magical place was the Garden of Allah — the brainchild of actress ALLA NAZIMOVA. This week, we will discuss the magic, the mystery, the decadence, and the debauchery of one of Hollywood’s most famous hotels.

SHOW NOTES:

Sources:

Garden of Allah: Hollywood Homosexual Haven (2020), by Michael Hone;

Laid Back in Hollywood (1998), by Patricia Medina Cotten;

The Garden of Allah (1970), by Sheilah Grahame;

“The Garden of Allah,” by Jon Ponder, WestHollywoodHistory.org;

“The People V. Hill,” Stanford Law School;

“Forgotten Hollywood: The Garden of Allah,” September 22, 2022, by Meher Tatna, GoldenGlobes.com;

“Hedonist Hollywood’s Lost Garden of Allah,” October 13, 2020, by MessyNessy, MessyNessyChic.com;

“Hollywood's Hotel Hedonism: It's one of Tinsel Town's last untold stories...how stars from Sinatra to Olivier, Garbo and Monroe indulged their every vice at a VIP hideaway and clothes were not required!” May 15, 2015, by Tom Leonard, DailyMail.com;

“This Hotel Kept All of Secrets of the Rich and Famous…Until Now,” June 23, 2015, by Kirk Silsbee, Gentleman’s Quarterly;

Wikipedia.com

TCM.com;

IMDBPro.com;

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EPISODE 140 -  “THE GARBO MYSTIQUE: A CONVERSATION WITH HER GREAT NEPHEW” - 5/11/2026 

Scott Reisfield brings a very unique and personal perspective to this episode about GRETA GARBO. As Garbo’s great nephew, he knew his great aunt simply as "Kata," not as the international superstar and mysterious Hollywood actress. Join us as we invite Scott to discuss his new book, "Greta Garbo and the Rise of the Modern Woman," where he debunks many false theories about this illustrious star, and shares what she was really like when the cameras were not rolling. 

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

Greta Garbo and the Rise of the Modern Woman (2026), by Scott Reisfield;

Wikipedia.com

TCM.com;

IMDBPro.com;

Movies Mentioned:

Anna Christie (1930);

Grand Hotel (1932);

Queen Christina (1933);

Anna Karenina (1935);

Camille (1936);

Ninotchka (1939);

Two-Faced Woman (1941);

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EPISODE 139 -  “TCM CLASSIC FILM FESTIVAL WRAP UP” - 5/11/2026 

In this episode, hosts Steve and Nan take listeners along to the 2026 TCM Classic Film Festival, where Hollywood history comes alive through restored screenings, celebrity panels, and unforgettable fan moments. Based in the heart of Hollywood at the famed TCL Chinese Theatre, the Egyptian Theatre, and the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, the pair share stories from the trenches, discuss classic films shown in historic theaters, and reflect on meeting fellow movie lovers from around the world and the extraordinary guests who introduced the films. The episode captures both the nostalgia and excitement of a festival that continues to celebrate the enduring magic of cinema.

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

Wikipedia.com

TCM.com;

IMDBPro.com;

Movies Mentioned:

Out of the Past (1947), starring Robert Mitchum, Jane Greer, Kirk Douglas, Rhonda Fleming, Richard Webb, Virginia Huston, Steve Brodie, Dickie Moore, & Paul Valentine;

The Mouthpiece (1932), starring Warren William, Aline MacMahon, Sidney Fox, John Wray, Ralph Ince, Guy Kibbee, & J. Carrol Naish;

Letty Lynton (1932), starring Joan Crawford, Robert Montgomery, Nils Asther, May Robson, Louise Closser Hale, & Lewis Stone;

The Patsy (1928), starring Marion Davies, Marie Dressler, Dell Henderson, Orville Caldwell, Jane Winton & Lawrence Gray;

Ace in the Hole (1951), starring Kirk Douglas, Jan Sterling, Robert Arthur, Richard Benedict, Porter Hall, Frank Cady, Geraldine Hall, Ray Teal, Richard Gaines, and Iron Eyes Cody;

Next Time We Love (1936), starring Margaret Sullavan, James Stewart, Ray Milland, Grant Mitchell, Anna Demetrio, & Hattie McDaniel;

Camille (1936), starring Greta Garbo, Robert Taylor, Lionel Barrymore, Elizabeth Allen, Jessie Ralph, Laura Hope Crews, Henry Daniell, & Rex O’Malley;

Swing Time (1936), starring Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Victor Moore, Helen Broderick, Eric Blore, George Metaxa & Betty Furness;

The Misfits (1951), starring Clark Gable, Marilyn Monroe, Montgomery Clift, Eli Wallach, Thelma Ritter, Kevin McCarthy & Estelle Winwood;

Stranger on the Third Floor (1940),starring Peter Lorre, John McGuire, Margaret Tallichet, Charles Waldron, & Elisha Cook Jr;

Anastasia (1956), starring Ingrid Bergman, Yul Brynner, Helen Hayes, Jack Hildyard, Martita Hunt, & Akim Tamiroff;

The Best Years of Our Lives (1946), starring Fredric March, Myrna Loy, Dana Andrews, Teresa Wright, Harold Russell, Cathy O’Donnell, Virginia Mayo, Hoagy Carmichael, Steve Cochran, Gladys George, Roman Bohnen, & Ray Collins;

Trouble in Paradise (1932), starring Miriam Hopkins, Herbert Marshall, Kay Francis, Charlie Ruggles, Edward Everett Horton, C. Aubrey Smith, Robert Greig, & Luis Alberni;

Cabin in the Sky (1943), starring Ethel Waters, Eddie “Rochester” Anderson, Lena Horne, Rex Ingram, Kenneth Spencer, Butterfly McQueen, Louie Armstrong, Duke Ellington, John W. Bubbles 

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