This week my choice for Film of the Week is a bit different to last time. It isn't a classic movie, but one that came out in 2001. I not only adore Old Hollywood movies, but I also love movies ABOUT Old Hollywood!
That's where this week's choice fits in - The Cat's Meow.
Made in 2001, this movie stars Kirsten Dunst as famous actress of the 1920's and 30's Marion Davies, Edward Hermann as media mogul W.R. Hearst and Cary Elwes as movie producer Thomas Ince.
The film follows the weekend trip of the famous guests, including Charlie Chaplin, on W.R's yacht and presents a theory about what happened that fateful weekend in 1924 where a death occurred onboard. This story is based on rumors and whispers about the real event that happened during the time.
This films has beautiful sets and a story line that builds in tension as the characters become more entwined over the course of the weekend. I purchased this movie on iTunes, but after doing a quick search online it looks pretty easy to get on DVD too.
That's where this week's choice fits in - The Cat's Meow.
The Cat's Meow (2001)
Made in 2001, this movie stars Kirsten Dunst as famous actress of the 1920's and 30's Marion Davies, Edward Hermann as media mogul W.R. Hearst and Cary Elwes as movie producer Thomas Ince.
The film follows the weekend trip of the famous guests, including Charlie Chaplin, on W.R's yacht and presents a theory about what happened that fateful weekend in 1924 where a death occurred onboard. This story is based on rumors and whispers about the real event that happened during the time.
This films has beautiful sets and a story line that builds in tension as the characters become more entwined over the course of the weekend. I purchased this movie on iTunes, but after doing a quick search online it looks pretty easy to get on DVD too.
(Photo from We're All Quite Sane)
Stars
Kirsten Dunst, Cary Elwes, Edward Hermann and Eddie Izzard
(Image from Days Gone By)
Fashion Bit
Pretty much everything that Kirsten Dunst wore in this movie was amazing. She has the best range of hats and head wear!
(Image from KIKI D LOVERS.)
Food Bit
Once again, food wasn't really in the spotlight in this film. But I liked the references to W.R. not letting the guests have more than one glass of champagne because 'it's illegal', to which another guest replies, 'yeah, but not for us!'. Then when W.R. leaves the party the guests begin to quickly drink while they can.
What to Watch Next
I think if you wanted to continue down the path of movies about Old Hollywood that The Aviator would be a good choice.
I myself will be watching Walk the Line.
See you soon!
Miss Rebecca Rockford
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