Tag Archives: Eleanor Parker

Eleanor Parker Belly Dancer

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Obviously all is not work while filming a movie.  There is time for some good fun. Some wonderful pictures of behind the scenes goings on while filming Valley of the Kings are now on eBay.  I have no connection at … Continue reading

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Robert Taylor DVDs Are On Sale at TCM.com

Turner Classic Movies is running a big sale, including 14 Robert Taylor films. I would encourage anyone who wants these films to buy them now.  This would, I hope, encourage the release of more Taylor films on DVD. These are … Continue reading

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Two Robert Taylor Films Are Now Available on DVD

Valley of the Kings, 1954 and Lady of the Tropics, 1939 are now available on DVD from WB Shop and other retailers. Prices vary. Valley is a swashbuckler set in 1900.  It is about Mark Brandon,  the archaeologist who inspired … Continue reading

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Valley of the Kings, 1954, Is Playing on TCM April 2 (USA)

Valley of the Kings, 1954, is playing on Turner Classic Movies on Saturday, April 2, at 4:00 p.m. Closed captioned.  Mark Brandon, the ruggedly handsome archaeologist played by Robert Taylor is thought to be the inspiration for Indiana Jones. This … Continue reading

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Bob and Ursula: a Love Story for Valentine’s Day

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All of the block quotes here come from Ursula Thiess’ book “…but I have promises to keep.  My Life Before, With & After Robert Taylor, 2007.  The page numbers appear after the quotation.  Although I usually refer to people formally … Continue reading

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