Top Five Frock Flicks You Might Like if You Like Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries
The movie Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears will come to select theaters and Acorn TV in the U.S. sometime later in 2019. But if you need a smart,... Read more →
TBT: The Last King (2003) Episode 2
I loved The Last King (2003), also known as Charles II: The Power and The Passion, when I saw it way back when. It’s one I’ve always meant to... Read more →
Colette (2018) Transitions Through the Belle Epoque
Colette stars Keira Knightley as the famous French author of the Claudine novels, Chéri, and Gigi, among others. She was born Sidonie-Gabrielle... Read more →
Frock Flicks Guide to Lesser French Queens on Film: 4th through 14th centuries
I admit it, I am totally a (historical) royals geek. Of course, I understand that royalty are just people, some of whom aren’t very interesting or... Read more →
MCM: David Bamber
Like many Americans of my generation, my first real introduction to David Bamber came via the BBC's perpetually perfect Pride and Prejudice (1995),... Read more →
Patreon Post Unlocked: Reader Request Review: Britannia (2018)
In 2017, we started a new benefit on Patreon: some of our longer, more detailed articles were available exclusively for our subscribers! We promised... Read more →
TBT: Forever Amber (1947)
While the movie of Forever Amber (1947) doesn't have the reported 70 references to sexual intercourse, 39 illegitimate pregnancies, 7 abortions, and... Read more →
Quiz: Which Frock Flick Character Is Your BFF?
Don't you want to pal around with the characters of your favorite historical costume movies? Isn't there one who you'd swap silly snark with or share... Read more →
Frock Flicks Guide to Lesser British Queens & Empresses on Film: the 20th Century
I admit it, I am totally a (historical) royals geek. Of course, I understand that royalty are just people, some of whom aren't very interesting or... Read more →
MCM: Richard E. Grant
Today we savor the lengthy list of period films featuring Richard E. Grant. Known for his versatility, playing everything from comedic roles to... Read more →
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