Remembering the fascinating Merle Oberon on her birthday. She was unforgettable as Cathy in William Wyler’s Wuthering Heights. Sadly, she had to hide her Anglo-Indian heritage in order to succeed in the intolerant Hollywood of the era. #merleoberon #wutheringheights #laurenceolivier #emilybronte #cathy #oldhollywood #mixedrace #anloindian #intolerance #racism #alejandromogolloart https://www.instagram.com/p/Co2altQIaLI/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Laurence Olivier, the legendary actor and director, left an indelible mark on the world of theater and cinema. He was a master of his craft, a performer who could captivate an audience with a single glance, a gesture, a word. His legacy lives on today, more than three decades after his passing, a testament to the power of his art and his passion.

Born in 1907 in Surrey, England, Olivier was drawn to the stage from an early age. He began performing in local productions as a teenager, and eventually made his way to London, where he studied at the Central School of Speech and Drama. His breakthrough came in 1929, when he was cast as the lead in "Private Lives" at the Garrick Theatre. From that moment on, he was destined for greatness.

Over the next several decades, Olivier would become one of the most celebrated actors of his time. He was a member of the Old Vic Company, where he starred in a series of Shakespearean plays that showcased his talent and versatility. He brought to life iconic characters like Hamlet, Henry V, and Richard III, imbuing each role with a sense of depth and complexity that was unmatched.

Olivier's talents were not limited to the stage, however. He also became a prominent figure in the world of cinema, starring in and directing some of the most memorable films of his era. His performance in "Wuthering Heights" in 1939 was a revelation, earning him his first Academy Award nomination. He followed that up with a series of unforgettable roles in films like "Henry V," "Spartacus," and "Marathon Man," among others.

But it was his work behind the camera that truly set him apart. Olivier was a visionary director, with an eye for detail and a passion for storytelling that shone through in his films. He brought his love of Shakespeare to the screen, directing adaptations of "Hamlet," "Henry V," and "Richard III," among others. His films were marked by their grandeur and their attention to detail, capturing the essence of the plays while also making them accessible to modern audiences.

Olivier's impact on the world of theater and cinema cannot be overstated. He was a pioneer, a trailblazer who paved the way for generations of actors and filmmakers to come. He was a man of great vision and passion, who poured his heart and soul into his work. He was an artist in every sense of the word, and his legacy lives on today in the hearts and minds of those who love the stage and screen.

But perhaps the greatest lesson we can learn from Olivier's life and work is the importance of following our passions. He knew from an early age that he was meant to be an actor, and he pursued that dream with all his heart. He never lost sight of his goal, even in the face of adversity and criticism. He persevered, and his dedication and hard work paid off.

In today's world, where it's easy to get caught up in the daily grind and lose sight of our dreams, Olivier's example is more important than ever. He reminds us that we all have a purpose, a reason for being, and that it's up to us to discover that purpose and pursue it with all our hearts. He shows us that with passion and dedication, anything is possible.

Laurence Olivier was a master of the stage and screen, a true icon of his time. His legacy lives on today, inspiring countless actors and filmmakers around the world. His artistry and his passion will always be remembered, a testament to the power of the human spirit and the beauty of the arts.

“My dear boy, have you tried just acting?”

Ce soir Arte nous fait plaisir en diffusant le chef-d’œuvre d’Alfred Hitchcock Rebecca. Tiré du célèbre roman de Daphné du Maurier (le cinéaste réalise également deux autres œuvres de l’écrivain : les oiseaux et l’auberge de la Jamaïque) , Rebecca est à la fois un thriller, un drame psychanalytique d’une puissance rarement égalée. La photographie en noir et blanc et les décors sont splendides. l’ambiance est envoûtante et inquiétante à la fois. . La mise En Scène reste encore aujourd’hui remarquable. . Le casting est parfait (l’actrice Judith Anderson est absolument glaçante en gouvernante névrotique). Oscar du meilleur film en 1940, Rebecca est pour moi, sans nul doute, un des meilleurs films du mettre du suspense ! #rebecca #rebeccamovie #rebecca1940 #daphnedumaurier #alfredhitchcockpresents #alfredhitchcock #filmcult #filmculte #laurenceolivier #cinephile #cinema #movies #geekinworld #judithanderson #chefdoeuvre https://www.instagram.com/p/Cps67g2rj1V/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

📍Laurence Olivier Statue, Southbank 📷 18 February 2023 #london #london🇬🇧 #london_by_wt #lovelondon❤️ #londoncityworld #londonmemories #londontravel #londonvibes #london_city_photo #visitlondon #londoncitylife #london_enthusiast #londonstreets #londoncityworld #londoncity #londonlover #travellondon #southbank #laurenceolivier (at Southbank London) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co5njYVIINl/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

What if in the 1970s, it was uncovered that there was clone of Adolph Hitler? What if there were 94 of them? This is the question posed from The Boys from Brazil, a 1978 science fiction film and Dan and Brock bring you the answer with a Dropped Culture spin! Experience: Nazi Hunters! Science! Murder! More Science! Conspiracy! High School Level Radio Engineering! You (yes, you!) can hit up the fellas at: droppedculture.com [email protected] @droppedculture on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter Good day! I said, Good Day!

The Alhambra Theatre, Morecambe Opened 1901 - Fire 1970 Re-opened 1973 and now a multi-purpose venue #theatre @alhambralive #alhambrapalace #morecambe #frankmatchamsociety #alhambramorecambe #lancashire #england #theatre #johnosborne #theentertainer #laurenceolivier #film location #varietytheatre #england #musicvenue #clubvenue #gothnights #wrestlingvenue (at Alhambra Morecambe) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjPaYv1ImPN/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

The last film #RayHarryhausen made is something I watched countless times as a kid. #ClashOfTheTitans was released in 1⃣9⃣8⃣1⃣ and still has more soul than the remake ever did. 😏 Before @harryrhamlin was on LALaw, he was Perseus and this is the film he met post-Dr. No #UrsulaAndress (they have a son together). I had a massive crush on #JudiBowker as Andromeda in this movie and nobody can convince me she wasn't stunning. 😍 The star-studded cast had #LaurenceOlivier as Zeus, pre-McGonagall/pre-Downton Abbey #MaggieSmith as Thetis, even post-Rocky I #BurgessMeredith as Ammon! 🤯 The final stop motion creatures Harryhausen animated included Pegasus, Medusa, Bubo the owl, Calibos, and of course, the Kraken! 😂 I will always love this movie even if I can see through a lot of the movie magic now. 😉 #ReleaseTheKraken https://www.instagram.com/p/ChNOSPePIKQ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

EL PRINCIPE Y LA CORISTA es una película de LAURENCE OLIVIER, protagonizada por él mismo y por la DESLUMBRANTE MARILYN MONROE, en un papel que te conquistará de principio a fin. El regente de una país centroeuropeo, Carpatia, intentará conseguir los favores de ElSIE MARINA, una corista de un TEATRO DE VARIEDADES, pero lo que en principio se le antoja una tarea sencilla se convertirá en todo un desafío, porque la chica no solo conquista su corazón, sino que la Reina Madre quedará encandilada con ella, así como el hijo del regente, el heredero al trono, y en medio de este embelesamiento real aparece una trama para derrocar al regente. La llave para detener el complot...la tiene Elsie. Una comedia romántica en la que Marilyn demuestra sus dotes como una de las más grandes actrices del Hollywood clásico, capaz de, incluso, hacer cambiar de opinión al exigente Olivier. Una delicia para vuestro canal de cine clásico. ¡¡Bienvenidos a nuestro VÍDEO No. 75!! ^^^Link en la bío^^^ #elprincipeylacorista #marilynmonroe #warnerbros #laurenceolivier #carpathian #classiccinema #romance #actress #england #queen #king #prince #hollywood #comedia #twentycentury #arturofernandez #pacomartinezsoria #torrente #casting #theatre #vivienleigh #embassy #royalty #elsiemarina #cineclassicanal #oldhollywood #goldenageofhollywood #vintage #dress #retro https://www.instagram.com/p/CgC0Oy5sa2m/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

You may not recognize this Vivien Leigh film, and that’s because she never made it. Well, at least she didn’t finished it. In 1953, aged 39, she went to Ceylon to begin principal photography in what was about to be her next film, Elephant Walk. Her costars were Dana Andrews and aussie Peter Finch, with whom it was rumored she was having a torrid affair. After shooting on location, they all went back to Hollywood to resume shooting and that's where her mental breakdown made impossible to continue. She was taken home to England by her husband Sir Laurence Olivier for treatment, and was diagnosed with manic depression (now known as bipolar disorder), and thus she was replaced in the role by a very young and also stunningly beautiful Elizabeth Taylor. In fact they were so similar in looks that they kept Leigh's footage on location and you can see her in the distance in long shots in the final movie. I’ve always been obsessed with this movie and what would’ve been and trying to imagine how she would have looked in it. And so this is an attempt to capture her beautiful mature beauty in something that never really was. This is my special, personal homage to the talented and beautiful Vivien Leigh on her birthday. I dedicate this one to my friend, writer and poet Shiroma Perera-Nathan @peacockblues #vivienleigh #elephantwalk #Ceylon #srilanka #bipolardisoder #oldhollywood #peterfinch #laurenceolivier #AlejandroMogolloArt https://www.instagram.com/p/CklT35Mo7Ij/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: The World at War Barbarossa VHS 1941 Story Of WW2 Narrated By Laurence Olivier.

FIRE OVER ENGLAND (1937)

FIRE OVER ENGLAND

1937

            Fire Over England is a historic film directed by William K. Howard and written by Clemence Dane, based on the novel by AEW Mason (1936). The film is set during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I during English victory over the Spanish Armada.

            The film stars Flora Robson as Queen Elizabeth I, Laurence Olivier, Vivien Leigh, and James Mason. This was the first time Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh appeared together on screen (they were a couple in real life). Leigh’s performance in this film helped convince David O. Selznick to cast her as Scarlett O’Hara in Gone with the Wind (1939).

            The original title of the film was ‘Glorianna’, and was filmed at Denham Studios in England. They used a large water tank to film the Spanish Armada scene using model ships.  

            This was the first British film to premier in Los Angeles, the film gained positive reviews initially, however the film lacked historical accuracy. Today the film doesn’t rate as well with modern audiences this could be largely due to it being historical fiction as well as using many characters that didn’t exist in real life.

#fireoverengland #fireoverengland1937 #williamkhoward #elizabethIofengland #florarobson #spanisharmada #laurenceolivier #vivienleigh #jamesmason

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Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine, publicity photo for Rebecca, 1940. #HollywoodGoldenAge #GoldenAgeHollywood #ClassicHollywood #OldHollywood #HollywoodHistory #GoldenAgeFilm #ClassicCinema #LaurenceOlivier #JoanFontaine https://t.co/fs1HQTjmik

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Hidden Alhambra - Back of Circle; Roof Void; Both Sides of Pros Arch; Fly Tower The Alhambra Theatre, Morecambe Opened 1901 - Fire 1970 Re-opened 1973 and now a multi-purpose venue #alhambrapalace #alhambramorecambe #theatre #firedamage #flytower #frankmatchamsociety #morecambe #lancashire #england #johnosborne #theentertainer #laurenceolivier #clubvenue #varietytheatre #musicvenue #goth @alhambralive (at Alhambra Morecambe) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjPXwXVoGc2/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#ClashOfTheTitans, first released in cinemas #OnThisDay in 1981⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #TitleScreen #OTD #DesmondDavis #HarryHamlin #LaurenceOlivier #JudiBowker #MaggieSmith #BurgessMeredith #UrsulaAndress https://www.instagram.com/p/CQB6JDSBCeh/?utm_medium=tumblr