Author Archives: Annette Bochenek

About Annette Bochenek

Dr. Annette Bochenek of Chicago, Illinois, is an avid scholar of Hollywood’s Golden Age. She manages the Hometowns to Hollywood blog, in which she writes about her trips exploring the legacies and hometowns of Golden Age stars. Annette also hosts the “Hometowns to Hollywood” film series throughout the Chicago area. She has been featured on Turner Classic Movies and is the president of TCM Backlot’s Chicago chapter. In addition to writing for TCM Backlot, she also writes for Classic Movie Hub, Silent Film Quarterly, Nostalgia Digest, and Chicago Art Deco Society Magazine.

Hollywood Enigma

Posted on May 1, 2024 by Annette Bochenek

Dana Andrews was one of classic Hollywood’s top leading men, appearing in starring roles across a wide range of film genres. Author Carl Rollyson shines the spotlight on Andrews, an often overlooked talent, with an exceptionally researched book. Hollywood Enigma: … Continue reading →