The mobster Hollywood adored: Why was 1930s gangster Bugsy Siegel Tinseltown’s darling?

Whether it was the old guard such as Cary Grant, Clark Gable and Ava Gardner, or young pretenders like Tony Curtis and Frank Sinatra, Hollywood turned out en masse to Bugsy Siegel’s lavish parties. With his piercing blue eyes, handsome features, suave charm and impeccable wardrobe, Siegel was a match for almost any of them … Read more

Director Sir Alan Parker who made Bugsy Malone, Midnight Express and Evita has died at the age of 76

Director Sir Alan Parker who made Bugsy Malone, Midnight Express and Evita has died at the age of 76 Family spokeswoman for Sir Alan Parker confirmed he died on Friday morning He won critical acclaim for films such as Evita and Pink Floyd’s The Wall  Tributes have flooded in from across the film industry for the BAFTA … Read more