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Short biography of the actress once known as America's Sweetheart. Along with Charlie Chaplin and Douglas Fairbanks, Pickford was a co-founder of United Artists Studio.

Long before the Fondas, the Baldwins and the Redgraves, Hollywood was ruled by the Talmadge family empire.

Silent film star Dorothy Gish proved her versatility and talent as she built a career as a comedic actress on stage, film and television.

What is it about certain families that make them exceptional? Whether by genes or nepotism, many famous Hollywood names got their "in" through their famous relatives.

Lillian Gish was one of the most popular and talented silent film stars in Hollywood.

Short biography of the 1920s actress known for her captivating beauty, style and intelligence.

Turner Classic Movies' Forbidden Hollywood, Vol. 3 is devoted to early sound films of William Wellman -- and the final three of six features are the cream of the box set.

It's the 100th anniversary of The Great San Francisco Earthquake - and the 70th anniversary of the film about it.

Solo female mime artists are rare. Yayoi Hirano, now living in Vancouver, BC, is one of the finest mimes and mask makers that Japan has produced.

Dracula rises from the dead - to appear on DVD

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The shortlist for the CWA Ellis Peters Historical Award 2008 features six thrilling historical mysteries.

The Fairmont Peace, known as the Cathay Hotel in the 30s, was known for its luxury and service. Its star faded with the coming of WWII. There are plans to restore it.

A list of unique Halloween costumes for couples, weird adult costumes, unexpected movie character outfits for teens & group Halloween costume ideas.

They were not famous at the time, but history would remember these writers, actors, politicans and popes more for what they would accomplish later than for the war.

Biography of Harry Morgan, prolific television actor and star of "M*A*S*H" and "Dragnet"

Lamarr's shared patent with George Antheil for spread spectrum communications technology was the forerunner of wireless communication, yet 20 years ahead of its time.

Sherlock Holmes is probably the most famous fictional detective of all time. Indeed, it could even be argued he is the best known fictional creation of all time.

The making of Hollywood's greatest musical was riddled with problems, illness, personalities and tears, some surprising and some inspiring.

Singer-songwriter Mike Doughty's live shows are honest, uncomplicated and full of life. Makes a change from the years with his former band, Soul Coughing.