Hollywood Screen Tests: Take 1

A look at the past, present and future of Hollywood as seen through the eyes of the movie columnist.

The history of Hollywood musical movies, from the very beginning until the 21st century, hosted by Shirley Jones.

Robert Llewellyn examines the enduring appeal of submarine movies, finding a beached Cold War Russian nuclear sub on the Medway and WWII German...

Alex Norton discovers how showbusiness has handled the portrayal of the Scottish accent. For over 100 years audiences have struggled to understand...

Aristocratic Italian roots, a close family connection to James Bond novelist Ian Fleming, wartime experiences in the British and Finnish military,...

A joyful tale filled with music. The rise of radio. The jazz big bands. The legendary clubs and ballrooms. The soundtracks of the great musical films...

From the glitzy sidewalks of Hollywood Boulevard to the urban wasteland of Skid Row, "Forgotten" portrays the cruel reality of being homeless in Los...

This documentary was written with passion and love for cinema, and on the other hand, he blamed her. Our fictional character for this documentary...

An investigative look and analysis of gender disparity in Hollywood, featuring accounts from well-known actors, executives and artists in the...

Explore the life and legacy of actor Paul Walker, the Southern California native who cut his teeth as a child actor before breaking out in the...