Chaplin vs. Keaton for President

Politics got you down? Forget about those nasty Democrats and Republicans. Two of the silent cinema's greatest artists have thrown their hats in the ring! America - watch out!The PorkpieVS.The DerbyMeet the CandidatesCharlie ChaplinPolitical Party The Silent SocietyPlatform"I am for people. I can't help it."Motto"A day without laughter is a day wasted."On ImmigrationCharlie likes immigrants. In fact, he was one once.On the EconomyCharlie...

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Norma Desmond's Handbook: How to Live Life as a Star

Poor Norma Desmond, so misunderstood. Sure, she was a bit loony. Who wouldn't be? When the thing you love most deserts you, it can have devastating consequences....that room of hers, all satin and ruffles. And that bed, like a gilded rowboat. The perfect setting for a silent movie queen. Poor devil - still waving proudly to a parade which had long since passed her by.Norma Desmond was devoted to her art - the art of being a star. It's not her fault...

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