Long before I was well versed in Los Angeles architecture I found myself watching the film, LA Confidential. A homage to both film noir and LA it features several historic locations around town. I watched in wonder and was especially smitten with the office of […]
As a fan of historic architecture there are several Los Angeles landmarks that I adore. The Eastern Columbia Building. The Los Angeles Central Library. Capitol Records. In fact, it had long been my dream to get inside that mid-century masterpiece. Designed to look like a […]
After three consecutive visits to the TCM Film Festival as media coverage I can say with certainty it’s my favorite event of the year. To spend the weekend in company with thousands of other classic film nuts in the heart of Hollywood is my idea […]
I’ve always been a fan of a good comedy team. It started with Abbott and Costello and led to Hope and Crosby, Martin and Lewis, Key and Peele and several others along the way. Recently, I discovered a new duo – We are Thomasse. We […]
When I was kid all I wanted to do was visit the Hard Rock Cafe. When I finally went I was super excited and bought myself a pin to celebrate (a kickin’ drum kit in case you’re curious). As things go, the location near me […]
Awhile back I told you all about my visit to Next Door Lounge. A fun speakeasy in Hollywood it hosted the fun dance troupe LA Follies for a series of performances. Now, the lounge has something new up it’s sleeve – murder! (insert scream here) […]
