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.

The Sweet Smell of Success

Posted on August 25, 2022 by Annette Bochenek

Screenwriter Ernest Lehman has the distinction of helping to fully realize some of classic Hollywood’s most memorable screen moments. Honored as one of the greatest screenwriters in the industry, Lehman stood out through his work in projects such as North … Continue reading →