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Ginger and Fred pictured on the main display that advertises the TCM Boutique |
Last week was a monumental week for fans of classic films.
After a 2 year break due to the pandemic, the much anticipated TCM Classic Film
Festival returned in person to Hollywood, reuniting friends and fans of these
beloved movies. Although initially unsure I would be able to make it to the
festival this year because of our work schedules, it all worked out in the end and
we were able to make it to LA for a couple of nights.
On the Friday evening of the festival, my boyfriend and I
set out on our drive to Los Angeles. Excited that I would finally be able to
experience staying at the popular Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, and that I would
get to see Ginger Rogers on the big screen, the drive felt a lot longer than it
actually was. I knew we would only be staying for two nights, but the thought
of running into people I knew again after so long and experiencing an atmosphere
that held so many wonderful memories for me back in 2019 was both exhilarating
and nerve-racking. I am no social butterfly, but the TCM fest brings it out of
me. You can’t help but become exuberant and chatty when you get to connect with Twitter
friends and make new ones.
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Dave Karger introduces the film |
Watching that kind of film with an audience makes you realize how many jokes went over your head on previous viewings. Erik Rhodes, Eric Blore, and Edward Everett Horton were the stars of the show just as much as Ginger and Fred. The crowd applauded when a 17 year old Betty Grable sang and danced to “Let’s Knock Knees,” and chuckled at every other line from the effortlessly charming Alice Brady. It was unforgettable.
I wish more of Ginger had been shown at the festival, but I
certainly can’t complain. I can only hope she continues to be granted big
screen honor at future festivals, and I plan on being there for every one going
forward.
It was magical to be able to experience just a segment of
the festival this year, and I was reassured by the safety measures put in place
this year. I felt like the health of the attendees was their priority, which made it all the more encouraging to be able to make the trip happen. I cannot wait to see what's to come for next year. Until TCMFF 2023!
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The Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood |
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