There is a darker side to Hollywood. There are some amazing stories about the leading ladies of Hollywood, like Bette Davis or Mae West. Let's take a look at just a few. These women are icons of Hollywood's past and will be remembered for their beauty forever.
An Open Secret
Amy Berg's latest documentary An Open Secret of old Hollywood examines the sexual exploitation of boys in the entertainment business. This film was screened in Cannes for an outside-of-festival screening. It examines one area of exploitation with first-person accounts by young actors and the assistance of psychologists and investigators.
Swimming with Sharks
Swimming With Sharks is a Roku thriller. It combines Single White Female and Fatal Attraction. The story follows the exploits of an assistant to an abusive woman boss. With the dark underbelly of Hollywood in the background, it is sure to shock viewers.
Mae West
Mae West appeared on screen for the first time at age 40 with "Night After Night," a film she wrote. It co-starred Cary Grant, who was critically panned. She won an Oscar for Best Actress as the hat-checking girls girl. Mae West had been a success on Broadway with her gay-themed plays but was wary of the movie industry. She became a star in "She Done Him Wrong," which was her biggest success.
Bette Davis
Bette Davis was a beloved actress, but there was a darker side to her. Although she lost her battle with breast cancer in 1989, she made a lasting impact on television and film. Her roles in many iconic movies include 'Strangers with Candy,' 'The Whales of August,' and many of her most memorable scenes include her lover being shot six times, flopping and dialogue that chokes out the scenery.
Audrey Hepburn
As a young actress, Audrey Hepburn made a name for herself in the U.K. film industry and later found herself romantically linked with some of the leading lights of Hollywood. She made the conscious decision to be a fashionista. One of her best friends was Hubert de Givenchy, whom she advised on wardrobe and became business partners with.
Claudette Colbert
Colbert began her acting career in the movies after a long and successful stage career. Her roles in The Kingfisher (and The Bells of St. Mary's) earned her a Tony Award nomination. In 1959, she also starred as the TV adaptation of Frederick Lonsdale's Aren't We All? In 1987, her role on the television miniseries The Two Mrs. Grenvilles earned her a Golden Globe Award nomination. Colbert was so impressed by her role in the film that she received an Emmy Award nomination and a Golden Globe Award.
FAQ
What is the most secretive town in the world?
You might be surprised at the answer. It might even make you uncomfortable because it challenges our perception of reality and how we live. But there is an explanation for why this place exists, and it's not what you would expect.
It was also called the City of God in ancient Greek. It was called the City of Destruction by the Bible.
It's also known as Kashi (Kashmir) in India. In Russia, it's called Novgorod.
But here in America, it goes by another name - The Town That Disappeared.
One small community in western New York State with 1,200 residents vanished without a 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 claim the earth swallowed it. Others claim that a meteorite hit destroyed it. Others claim it was taken away by aliens.
The residents of this once prosperous community believe that whatever happened, their town is not gone forever. They just moved to another city.
A website is available to track the disappearance and recovery of Zugspitz, which was lost in the Great Depression.
So where is this town? It's in Switzerland.
Zugspitze is situated on the border between Germany und Austria. A huge lake, Lake Zugspitze, is located just beyond the summit.
It has always fascinated my that so many towns have disappeared but others still exist. Why does some vanish while others remain? I decided that I would investigate.
I wanted to learn more about mysteriously disappearing towns. What makes a town disappear? What makes a place disappear?
It turns out that there are several theories about the phenomenon of vanishing towns. One theory states that a town vanishes when all its buildings are destroyed. Another theory holds that the town simply relocates to another location. A third theory holds that the town did not exist.
Although theories may be a bit speculative, it is a fact that numerous towns have been destroyed by the elements. This video looks into the history of those places and investigates their current status.
How does the brain control the functions of your body?
The brain communicates with other organs to ensure their cooperation. Everything in your body is controlled and managed by your brain. It tells your stomach how to digest food and your lungs how to inhale oxygen; it also tells your arms, legs and feet to move.
Your brain consists of billions of nerve cells connected in groups called neurons. Action potentials are electrical signals that neurons send to one another. Each neuron has its own cell membrane around its nucleus. There are channels within the membrane that allow ions such a sodium or potassium to enter and exit the cell. Ion movement creates the electric charge that causes the neuron to fire.
Neurotransmitters, which are chemicals that release neurotransmitters when a neuron fires up, can be found in the space between the neurons and the next one. Neurotransmitters attach to the receptors of the second neuron and open ions channels for ions to pass in and out. The second neuron also fires.
When a presynaptic nerve receives an impulse, neurotransmitter release takes place. An impulse travels along a synapse that connects the two neurons. The transmitter binds directly to the receptors in the postsynaptic nervous neuron, and triggers the firing.
The nervous system relies on neurotransmitters for communication. They also help coordinate activity between different parts of the brain.
Is there an Hollywood blacklist?
There is a Hollywood blacklist.
The list isn’t available for public viewing. As far as we are aware, the names are not even known. It matters because of this.
The secret reason is that directors and actors who are on the blacklist would not be able to find employment. So they'd go out of business, which means that the studios would lose money. Which means they'd cut back on spending money on movies. The blacklisted filmmakers would have fewer chances. This could lead to them going bankrupt.
Which could ultimately result in more victims.
In short, when someone tries to make an oscar winning movie, they might be asked to sign a contract saying they won't speak publicly against their employers. For any producer or director that wants to be nominated, the same applies.
Producers often pressure directors to cut scenes from their films. Directors might threaten to leave projects that don't reflect their vision.
This is why Hollywood keeps a blacklist. You'll likely become unemployed if you say bad things about your employer. It's not good for anyone.
It is not uncommon for people to be falsely accused. It's been a struggle to get their names cleared.
This is unacceptable behavior and must be stopped. We must ensure that everyone has the right to express themselves freely.
We need to get rid of Hollywood's blacklist.
Have you ever wondered how much trash is produced worldwide each day?
The United Nations estimates that the average person generates more than 2.5 pounds of waste each day. This adds up to over 25 million pounds of garbage annually!
The majority of this garbage ends up in incinerators or landfills. But what happens when the dumpsters become full? It goes to the United States, where most of it is exported. It is then shipped out and dumped in other countries. This pollutes the ecosystems. But now we know, thanks to one man. Mike Sexton is his real name. He owns a company called Waste Watchers. He spends his time watching trucks hauling trash around North America. Then he reports back to us about what happens next.
Sexton said he enjoys his job. CNN's Sexton said, "We have a lot to enjoy." "We see big rigs coming through town and we'll follow them. "Sexton started following truck driver almost 20 years back.
He stated, "I just fell in Love with It."
His favorite story involved a driver who pulled off at an abandoned gas station near Los Angeles. Sexton recalls, "The guy was searching for somewhere to put his loads." "He drove down the street and saw this building. He stopped and pulled up, then he went inside. "There were 2 large containers that had been rolled off, and they were full of stuff. The man got everything out of the truck and began filling it up again. "Then he took out everything and began to fill up the truck. There were a bunch of old tires, rags, furniture, mattresses, boxes, bottles, cans, and whatever else. "It was just total chaos. But it was cleaned out before he came. There was no trash."
This begs the question: Why? It's because this area used to be a recycle center. People would drive from all over the country to recycle their trash. Sexton explained that they would bring household items and take them to the building. Then, after they were done, they would empty the containers.
This can happen hundreds of times a week. The truck can be stopped running if it is so full of junk that it has to come back hundreds of times per week. And eventually, the owner decides to abandon the vehicle.
Trash is not the only problem our planet faces.
These tiny plastic particles make up the majority of the particles. Some end up in incinerators or landfills. Some end up in rivers and oceans, while others end up in fish's stomachs.
Experts warn that the world may soon face a shortage of food if we don't make any changes. Experts warn, "If you keep going like you're going," we could soon face a global food shortage. But most people don't seem to be worried, even though scientists are unanimous in warning us that the world is heading towards disaster.
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- 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)
- In fact, nearly 24% of U.S. women are affected with one or more pelvic floor disorders, according to research funded by the National Institutes of Health. (romper.com)
- A 2012 paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported that people blink about 15 to 20 times each minute, meaning, if you do the math, you spend about 10% of the time that you're awake blinking. (romper.com)
- 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)
- In one 2014 study published in the Archives of Medical Science that sought to study the prevalence of these mites, research showed that 41% of the people had them hanging out in their eyelashes. (romper.com)
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What is the scariest movie?
You're likely to get 10 different answers if you ask people about the most frightening movies.
Some people love horror films. Others like sci-fi films. Some prefer comedies.
No matter what you like, we all have seen some truly scary movies.
These are ten top-rated scary movies from the past, such as "Halloween" or "Paranormal Activity".
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"Cabin Folly" – "Cabin Folly" is one among the most frightening zombie movies. This movie depicts a virus which causes people to become zombies.
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"Thir13en Ghosts" - Based upon the true story of serial killer Jack the Ripper, "Thirteen Ghosts" features a group of teenagers possessed by ghosts.
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"Pulse" - This thriller tells the story of a man trapped in his apartment during a violent crime spree. He must use only the items from his house to 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 things quickly go horribly sour once they arrive.
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"Get Out" - Jordan Peele is known for making one of the most frightening horror films ever made in 2017. "Get Out" shows a young, black photographer visiting his white family for the holidays. When he arrives, he discovers dark secrets come to light.
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"Paranormal Activity", 2007 - "Paranormal Activity," was one of the first found footage movies. The movie featured a new spin of ghost stories, starring Katie Featherston.
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"Audition" - In Japan, "audition" means to stand before an audience and be judged. Kiyoko is high school student and waits to learn if she will become a popstar.
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James Wan started the "Saw” Series after making horror movies with low budget budgets for years. He was getting tired of trying new ways to shock people. So he decided to take a break and try something different when he created Jigsaw.
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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 made numerous sequels featuring the crypt keeper terrorizing various US cities over the years.
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"Carrie" (1976)"Carrie" introduced viewers to telekinesis, a powerful supernatural ability. Carrie White can move objects just by thinking about them.