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Jack Hill (actor)
Jack Hill (born Lawrence Young Hill;"Cambria Girl Weds Hollywood Movie Fan " ''The Roanoke Times''. October 7, 1929. p. 2. Retrieved November 15, 2024. September 12, 1887"United States World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918", database with images, FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KZVF-MM3 : 1 July 2024), Lawrence Young Hill, 1917-1918."United States Social Security Death Index," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:V9R6-BM3 : 11 January 2021), Jack Hill, Nov 1963; citing U.S. Social Security Administration, Death Master File, database (Alexandria, Virginia: National Technical Information Service, ongoing). – November 22, 1963) was an [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Roanoke, Virginia
Roanoke ( ) is an Independent city (United States), independent city in Virginia, United States. It lies in Southwest Virginia, along the Roanoke River, in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Blue Ridge range of the greater Appalachian Mountains. Roanoke is about north of the Virginia–North Carolina border and southwest of Washington, D.C., along Interstate 81. At the 2020 United States census, 2020 census, Roanoke's population was 100,011, making it the most populous city in Virginia west of the state capital, Richmond, Virginia, Richmond. It is the primary population center of the Roanoke metropolitan area, which had a population of 315,251 in 2020. The Roanoke Valley was originally home to members of the Siouan languages, Siouan-speaking Tutelo tribe. In the 17th and 18th centuries, Scotch-Irish Americans, Scotch-Irish and later German American farmers gradually drove those Native Americans in the United States, Native Americans out of the area as the American frontier pressed wes ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
45 Minutes From Hollywood
''45 Minutes From Hollywood'' is a 1926 American two-reel silent film, silent comedy film directed by Fred Guiol and released by Pathé Exchange. The film's runtime is 15 minutes. At the time, it was known as a Glenn Tryon vehicle, but today it is best remembered as the second instance of Laurel and Hardy, Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy appearing in the same film together — although they do not share any scenes — at least half a decade after their first chance billing in ''The Lucky Dog'' (1921). As the film uses footage from the Theda Bara star vehicle ''Madame Mystery'' (released April 1926, featuring Hardy in the supporting cast, and co-written and co-directed by Laurel), it is also the last screen appearance of silent film Femme fatale, vamp Bara. Plot A California family is sent a letter informing them that if they do not quickly travel to Hollywood to pay a fee they owe, they will be evicted from their home. The family decides to send Grandpa, but the son so b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wrong Again
''Wrong Again'' is a 1929 synchronized sound film, sound short film, short subject film directed by Leo McCarey and starring Laurel and Hardy. While the film has no audible dialog, it was released with a synchronized orchestral musical score with sound effects. It was filmed in October and November 1928, and released February 23, 1929, by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Plot Stable grooms Laurel and Hardy mistakenly believe that a $5,000 reward is offered for their employer's horse named Blue Boy, when in fact, it pertains to the return of the stolen painting, ''The Blue Boy''. Upon learning of this reward, they bring ''Blue Boy'' to the painting's owner, unaware of the mix-up. The millionaire instructs them to bring ''Blue Boy'' inside his house, unaware that they are referring to the horse. Upon entering the house, the grooms encounter comedic mishaps, including an altercation with a nude statue, which results in its disassembly and reassembly. Eventually, they manage to place ''Blue ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Liberty (1929 Film)
''Liberty'' is a synchronized sound short subject film, directed by Leo McCarey and starring comedy duo Laurel and Hardy. While the film has no audible dialog, it was released with a synchronized orchestral musical score with sound effects. It was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (also known as Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, commonly shortened to MGM or MGM Studios) is an American Film production, film and television production and film distribution, distribution company headquartered ... on January 26, 1929. In the film, two men escape from prison and quickly swap their prison attire for street clothes. Later, they attempt to exchange trousers behind a seafood shop. One of them harbors a crab from the shop in his new pants. When their flight causes to ascend to the top floor of an unfinished building, they continue to have problems with the persistent crab. Plot Stan and Ollie, fugitives from prison, find themselves pursued by a p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Election Day (1929 Film)
''Election Day'' is a 1929 ''Our Gang'' short film, short silent film, silent comedy film directed by Robert A. McGowan, Anthony Mack. It was the 81st ''Our Gang'' short to be released. Cast The Gang * Joe Cobb as Joe Cobb * Jackie Condon as Jackie * Allen Hoskins as Farina * Bobby Hutchins as Wheezer * Mary Ann Jackson as Mary Ann * Jay R. Smith as Jay R. * Harry Spear as Harry * Paralee Coleman as Pleurisy * Pete the Pup as himself Additional cast * Louise Beavers as Farina's mother * Ed Brandenburg as man who slips on banana / Gangster * Baldwin Cooke as Gangster * Dick Gilbert as Gangster * Jack Hill (actor), Jack Hill as Gangster * Ham Kinsey as man about town * Gene Morgan as Officer * Clarence Muse as Farina's father * Retta Palmer as Lady in town Filming Locations The cloud of dust gag was filmed at the Hal Roach Studios Ranch. The present day view would be opposite 9115 Hillsboro Drive in Los Angeles, looking towards South Robertson Blvd. See also * Our Gang filmog ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Two Tars
''Two Tars'' is a silent short subject directed by James Parrott starring comedy duo Laurel and Hardy. It was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer on November 3, 1928. Plot During a shore leave, two sailors opt to rent an automobile, with Laurel assuming the role of driver. However, his lack of proficiency behind the wheel leads to a near collision with a pedestrian at a street corner. Subsequently, Hardy takes over driving duties but promptly crashes the vehicle into a lamppost, prompting him to retreat in embarrassment. Their misadventures continue as they encounter two young women struggling with a malfunctioning vending machine. Hardy's attempt to resolve the situation results in the machine's destruction, exacerbating the situation. Their actions draw the ire of the store proprietor, leading to a chaotic encounter where Laurel and Hardy find themselves entangled in the escalating conflict. Despite their efforts to flee, they inadvertently become embroiled in a larger-scale al ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Should Married Men Go Home?
''Should Married Men Go Home?'' is a silent short subject co-directed by Leo McCarey and James Parrott, starring comedy duo Laurel and Hardy. It was the first Hal Roach film to bill Laurel and Hardy as a team. Previous appearances together were billed under the Roach "All-Star Comedy" banner. It was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer on September 8, 1928. McCarey is also one of the script writers for the film. The film entered the public domain in the United States in 2024. Plot Ollie and his wife are enjoying a quiet Sunday at home until Stan shows up, eager to play some golf. After Stan breaks the chair, the blind, and nearly sets fire to their house, and Oliver breaks the Hardys' Victrola, Mrs. Hardy chases the boys out. At the golf course, they are partnered with a pair of young women to complete a foursome. The girls want to be treated to sodas, but the boys are short of money. Stan leaves his watch to settle the thirty-cent bill. On the course, they tangle with rude golfe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Their Purple Moment
''Their Purple Moment'' is a silent short subject directed by James Parrott and Fred Guiol (who was uncredited) starring comedy duo Laurel and Hardy. It was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (also known as Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, commonly shortened to MGM or MGM Studios) is an American Film production, film and television production and film distribution, distribution company headquartered ... on May 18, 1928. Plot Submissive husband Stan has clandestinely saved money from his thrifty wife. Upon discovering Stan's savings, Ollie proposes they utilize the funds for leisure. However, before they can embark on their escapade, Stan's wife intercepts the wallet, replacing the cash with cigar coupons. Oblivious to the substitution, Stan and Ollie venture to an upscale cafe where they witness two men being ejected for failing to settle their bill, prompting their dates to depart as well. Approaching Stan and Ollie, the women explain their ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Speedy (film)
''Speedy'' is a 1928 American silent comedy film starring comedian Harold Lloyd in the eponymous leading role. It was Lloyd's last silent film before he converted to sound production. Due to the general public's apathy towards silent films, a sound version was prepared and released in the latter half of 1928. The film was written by Albert DeMond (titles), John Grey (story), J.A. Howe (story), Lex Neal (story) and Howard Emmett Rogers (story) with uncredited assistance from Al Boasberg and Paul Gerard Smith (dialogue sequences). The film was directed by Ted Wilde, the last silent film to be directed by him, and was shot in both Hollywood, and on location in New York City with uncredited assistance from Clyde Bruckman (sound version). The film's copyright was renewed and it entered the public domain on January 1, 2024. Plot Everybody in New York City "is in such a hurry that they take Saturday's bath on Friday so they can do Monday's washing on Sunday." But in one slower ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Leave 'Em Laughing
''Leave 'Em Laughing'' is a 1928 two-reel silent film starring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. Produced by the Hal Roach Studios, it was shot in October 1927 and released January 28, 1928 by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Plot Stan cannot sleep owing to a painful toothache. Ollie, attempting to aid Stan, retrieves a hot-water bottle from the bathroom but repeatedly steps on a tack strewn across the floor. Subsequently, a mishap occurs as the water bottle lid loosens, resulting in water spilling onto the bed. This disturbance prompts their landlord to intervene, issuing an ultimatum for their eviction the following morning. A physical altercation ensues between the duo and the landlord, culminating in the latter's apparent fall down the stairs. The subsequent day finds Stan seeking dental treatment for his toothache. However, his fear impedes his cooperation during the procedure. In a turn of events, Ollie inadvertently becomes the recipient of the dental procedure intended for Stan. Upon O ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Playin' Hookey
''Playin' Hookey'' is a 1928 American short silent comedy film directed by Anthony Mack. It was the 69th ''Our Gang'' short subject to be released. Cast The Gang * Joe Cobb as Joe * Jackie Condon as Jackie * Allen Hoskins as Farina * Jannie Hoskins as Zuccini * Jay R. Smith as Jay * Harry Spear as Harry * Pete the Pup as Pansy Additional cast * Jean Darling as Jean, Joe's sister * Bobby Hutchins as Wheezer, Joe's brother * Mildred Kornman as Baby * Chet Brandenburg as Keystone-ish cop * Ed Brandenburg as Keystone-ish cop * Cameron Chase as Artie-Fro * Edgar Dearing as Herr Dun der Blitzen * Budd Fine as Joe's father * William Gillespie as Moving picture star * Charlie Hall as Moving picture star dressed as Chaplin * Jack Hill as Keystone-ish cop * Sam Lufkin as Keystone-ish cop * Arthur Millett as Keystone-ish cop * Lincoln Plumer as Movie-maker * Tiny Sandford as Mike, studio guard * Lyle Tayo as Joe's mother * Dorothy Coburn as Woman hit with pie Filming Locatio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Battle Of The Century
''The Battle of the Century'' is a 1927 American silent short film starring comedy double act Laurel and Hardy, who appeared in 107 films between 1921 and 1951. The film entered the public domain in the United States in 2023. Plot Facing financial hardship, Ollie orchestrates a boxing match between Stan and Thunderclap Callahan, offering a cash prize of $100 to the victor. Stan, fighting under the alias "Canvasback Clump," inadvertently knocks out Callahan in the initial round. However, Stan's refusal to return to his corner prevents the referee from completing the ten-count, allowing Callahan to recover and retaliate, ultimately overpowering Stan. Following the match's chaotic conclusion, a disillusioned Ollie encounters an insurance salesman who convinces him to invest the meager winnings in an insurance policy on Stan, with the stipulation that Stan must sustain an injury for Ollie to profit. In a misguided attempt to fulfill this requirement, Ollie orchestrates a scenario ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
