There's a dark side of old Hollywood. There are great stories about some of the stars, including Bette Davis and Mae West. Let's have a look at some of them. These women are icons in old Hollywood and we will always remember them.
An Open Secret
Amy Berg's most recent documentary, An Open Secret of old Hollywood is a fascinating examination of the sexual exploitation of teenage boys in Hollywood. The film, which was shown in Cannes as an extra-festival screening, examines one specific area of exploitation using first-person accounts of young actors and the input from psychologists and investigators.
Swimming with Sharks
The new Roku series Swimming With Sharks is a thriller that is a blend of Single White Female, Fatal Attraction, and The Devil Wears Prada. The story is about an assistant who exposes the abusive boss of a woman. The story is sure shock viewers, as it features the dark underbelly Hollywood.
Mae West
Mae West was 40 when she made her screen debut in "Night After Night", a role she had written. The film co-starred newcomer Cary Grant and was critically panned, but she won an Oscar for Best Actress for her role as a hat-checking girl. Mae West had won Broadway with gay-themed plays. However, she was hesitant about going into the movie business. She did however become a major success with the movie "She Done Him Wrong".
Bette Davis
Bette Davis was one of the most beloved actresses of all time, but she had a dark side as well. After battling breast cancer, she was able to continue her career in film and television. Many of her iconic roles include the role of her lover six times, flopping, or dialogue that chokes the scene.
Audrey Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn, a young actress made a name in the U.K. movie industry and was later romantically involved with many of the top stars of Hollywood. She made the conscious decision to be a fashionista. Hubert de Givenchy was one of her closest friends. She advised her on fashion and became business partners.
Claudette Colbert
Colbert began her acting career in the movies after a long and successful stage career. In 1959, Colbert was nominated for a Tony Award for her work in The Kingfisher. She also starred in The Bells of St. Mary's and the television adaptation of Frederick Lonsdale's Aren't We All? In 1987, she was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for her role in the television miniseries The Two Mrs. Grenvilles. Her role in this film was so acclaimed that the series earned Colbert a Golden Globe Award and an Emmy Award nomination.
FAQ
Which is the most mysterious spot on Earth?
Antarctica is the most mysterious continent on Earth.
Why is this place so amazing? Because it is unlike any other spot on Earth.
It is very remote and isolated. However, there's more to this location than meets the eye.
You will also find some of the oddest wildlife species in this natural wonder.
So let's explore how this remarkable destination became famous for its mystery.
Antarctica: The South Pole
No one knows exactly why Antarctica was named Antarctica. Others believe it means "land with ice". Others believe it comes from Greek mythology.
Antarktis in ancient Greece was the name given the island where Zeus' twin brother brothers were born. According to some legends, one of these twins was born in winter. This is why the word "antarctic" was chosen.
Others believe that the name is a combination of the Greek words anti and tropos which mean against and turn. This would be land turned away form the sun.
Whatever the reason Antarctica has held a special fascination for people, it is undeniable.
It is the continent with the lowest, windiest and highest temperatures. It is too cold to support trees, plants, and animals.
Yet, this frozen wasteland is alive.
It houses approximately 90% of all Earth's living organisms. You can find approximately half the world's species of animal and plant plants here.
What is the secret to Antarctica's unique environment? Here, water freezes in ice rather that vaporizing into the atmosphere.
This creates large masses of ice that float above the ground.
These glaciers cover more than 80% of the continent. They are growing in size every year.
The Antarctic ice has grown 60 feet so far since 1960.
If the melting continues, sea level could rise up to 200ft. It could result in massive flooding all over the world.
This does not mean that everyone is wrong. Global warming may be beneficial for some scientists. They suggest that rising temperatures could cause ice sheet melt faster, leading to floods that flush out toxic chemicals from soil and bodies.
But others warn that this theory sounds like a plot from a science fiction movie.
What is the most intriguing fact about the human anatomy?
Two eyes, two ears, 2 nostrils, 4 limbs, 1 nose, 1 penis and one mouth are all there. It's true, we have more 50 parts of our body, but there is one thing missing. A heart.
The heart is a pump which circulates blood throughout the body. The blood moves through the veins. It transports oxygen and nutrients to your cells. It also removes carbon dioxide.
The heart pumps about 5 liters blood per minute. This is equivalent of an adult drinking 2 to 3 cups of coffee each day.
Blood flows throughout the heart 24 hours per day, 365 Days a Year. While you are sleeping, your heart beats about 100 times per second.
You can tell whether someone is healthy or unhealthy because of the color of their skin. The capillaries are tiny blood vessels that can be seen on the skin's surface. These small vessels carry blood from the large blood vessel in the skin back towards the heart. The skin turns blue or violet when blood flow becomes blocked.
Red blood cells are missing in people with sickle-cell disease. Their blood becomes very sticky and hardened, leading to serious illness.
You can use a bandage to stop bleeding if your cut is severe. Blood must flow in order for the wound to heal properly. Doctors will insert a needle under the skin to access the vein near the injury. This allows blood to drain from the area.
Doctors can also insert catheters into the artery close to the area where the bloodclot has formed. This keeps the patient occupied until the clot is broken down naturally.
What dark secrets are there in Hollywood?
Hollywood is full of secret societies. Many secret societies are cult-like and follow rigid rules. Others are just clubs for people with common interests.
Some of the most powerful organizations in the industry are even more dangerous. These include companies such as the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), which sets film ratings, and the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America), which sets music licensing fees.
Many unions and guilds represent actors, directors writers, producers, and others. These large corporations control the majority of major film studios and television networks.
It doesn't really matter how secretive an organization may appear, there is always someone who knows exactly what they do. However, we shouldn't fear them.
Instead, embrace them. Because they offer us information that can help us make better decision.
They can tell us which movies and songs are likely to be successful, as well as what books and novels will be most popular.
These help us to decide what we'll watch, read, listen, and buy.
We can trust their advice and we can ignore it if it contradicts our values.
We choose to ignore them and they become even more powerful. They are the ultimate judges of taste.
They can be ignored if you don’t like what they have to say.
Let's now look at some lesser-known, but still very real Hollywood secret organizations.
Observe why they are important.
What is the most secretive town in the world?
This question might surprise you. It could even make you uncomfortable, because it challenges how reality is perceived and lived. But there is a reason why this place exists. And it is not what you would expect.
The City of God was its name by the ancient Greeks. It was also called the City of Destruction in the Bible.
It is also called Kashi in India (Kashmir). In Russia, it's called Novgorod.
It's called The Town That Has Disappeared here in America.
One tiny town in western New York State lost its 1,200 inhabitants without trace. It was abandoned without any remains, including no bodies, cars, or houses. The only thing that survived was a road sign, which pointed to its former location.
This little community vanished and no trace remains to indicate where or when it disappeared. Some believe the earth swallowed them up. Others say it was destroyed in a meteorite collision. Some believe that it was taken by aliens.
The residents of this once prosperous community believe that whatever happened, their town is not gone forever. They had just moved to another town.
Even a website exists to help track down the disappearances of the lost city Zugspitz.
Then, where is it? It's in Switzerland.
Zugspitze lies on the border between Austria and Germany. Lake Zugspitze lies just above the summit of the mountain.
It has always fascinated me that so many towns have disappeared, yet some still remain. What is the difference between some towns that disappear and others that survive? I decided to investigate.
I was interested in learning more about these mysterious towns that are disappearing. What causes a town to disappear? What makes a place disappear?
There are several theories behind the disappearing of towns. One theory says that a town disappears when all the buildings are demolished. Another theory is that the town moves to another place. A third theory states that the town didn't exist at all.
Theories aside, the fact remains that dozens of towns around the globe have been swallowed up by the ground. This video examines the history and current status of these places.
Statistics
- The average human adult male heart rate is between 70 and 72 beats per minute, while the average for adult women is between 78 and 82 beats, which is significantly faster, according to 2014 published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (romper.com)
- You spend about 10% of your time awake blinking (romper.com)
- According to a 2018 study published in Free Radical Biology & Medicine, this is because blood pressure is regulated by our innate circadian rhythm and internal clock. (romper.com)
- "It is estimated that 75% of people have at least mild gum disease, with the most common symptoms being bleeding when brushing, bad breath, and dark and swollen gums," Dr. Ron Baise, a London-based dentist, tells Romper. (romper.com)
- It might not sound like something that's truly plausible — and it is quite rare — but according to a 2015 study published in the Asian Cardiovascular & Thoracic Annals, it's possible to hurt yourself and even break a rib just by sneezing. (romper.com)
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Which is the scariest film ever made?
Ask 10 people and you'll get 10 different answers.
Some people love horror films. Others enjoy sci-fi flicks. Some prefer comedies.
No matter your preferences, everyone has seen some truly frightening movies.
These are ten great scary movies, ranging from the classic Halloween to the modern Paranormal Activity.
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"CabinFever" - "CabinFever" is considered to be one of scariest zombie movies. This movie depicts a virus which causes people to become zombies.
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"Thir13en Ghosts” - Based on the true tale of Jack the Ripper the "Thirteen Ghosts", features a group teenaged victims of ghost possession.
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"Pulse", a thriller, tells the story about a man held captive in his apartment by a violent crime spree. Only the items in his home can help him fight off his attackers.
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"The Descent," one of the first found-footage horror movies, is about a group of strangers who go underground to find adventure. But as soon as they arrive, things begin to go terribly wrong.
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"Get Out", a 2017 horror movie by Jordan Peele. "Get Out" tells the story of a young photographer from Africa who visits his white girlfriend's family during the holidays. He discovers dark secrets when he arrives.
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"Paranormal Activity", (2007) - "Paranormal Activity", was the first movie made from found footage. This movie featured a fresh take on ghost stories and starred Katie Featherston.
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"Audition" - In Japan, "audition" means to stand before an audience and be judged. That's exactly what happens in this film when high school student Kiyoko waits to hear if she will make it big time as a pop star.
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James Wan, creator of the "Saw," Series, was tired of creating low budget horror films that failed to impress audiences. Jigsaw was created by Wan, who decided to take a break.
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"Tales From the Crypt", a horror film that focuses on the stories of the Crypt, becomes more terrifying with each year. Hollywood has produced many sequels to the horror-stricken crypt keeper over the years.
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"Carrie," 1976. "Carrie", 1976. Telekinesis was introduced to viewers by Carrie. Carrie White can simply think about moving objects.