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Who’s “Me”?

You can call me Bogie. But don't expect me to answer to that.

My name is Bill.

One morning I awoke and realized I wanted to accomplish a few things before my next birthday. So I designed a one-year regimen that will immerse me in four of mankind's finest achievements, from literature to music. And a lot in between.

My 81 Days With Oscar begins August 20th and ends November 8th, 2009.

For more regarding this leg of my year-long journey, visit The Rules page.

Although the following should be obvious, I need to make this statement, anyway, to avoid any possible confusion: "Oscar® and Academy Awards® and Oscar® design mark are the trademarks and service marks and the Oscar© statuette the copyrighted property, of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. This site is neither endorsed by nor affiliated with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences."

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Wings

August 20th, 2009 · 7 Comments · 1927-1928, Black and White, Clara Bow, Gary Cooper, Not Released In United States, Original Screenplay, Paramount Studios, Silent Film, The 1920s, War, Wings

FADE IN:
Popcorn. Movie candy. A darkened room. A wide-screen TV.
I could say “Lights! Camera! Action!” But I won’t.
What I will say (er, write) echos the beginning of Charles Dicken’s classic book, A Christmas Carol:
There is no doubt that Marley was dead. This must be distinctly understood, or nothing wonderful can come of the story I [...]

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Hi Oscar. My Name is Bill. Let’s Get Started, Shall We?

August 20th, 2009 · No Comments · Clara Bow, Silent Film, Wings

Today, I begin my journey through all 81 Oscar-winning movies, the first of which is the 1927 film Wings – the only silent movie to win an Academy Award.

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81 Days With Oscar And Me

Every Academy Award-Winning Movie, Back to Back, Starting With the First

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Wings

August 20th, 2009 · 7 Comments · 1927-1928, Black and White, Clara Bow, Gary Cooper, Not Released In United States, Original Screenplay, Paramount Studios, Silent Film, The 1920s, War, Wings

Hi Oscar. My Name is Bill. Let’s Get Started, Shall We?

August 20th, 2009 · No Comments · Clara Bow, Silent Film, Wings

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