Monthly Archives: November 2011

Weinstein’s Broadway Plans For Marilyn

Posted on November 24, 2011 by marina72

Harvey Weinstein, producer of My Week With Marilyn, told Marc Malkin of E! Online that he would like to bring the story to Broadway – possibly with singer Katy Perry in the lead role. I think this is a terrible … Continue reading →


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Marilyn on Stones’ Cover Art

Posted on November 23, 2011 by marina72

The Rolling Stones have just released a deluxe edition of their 1978 album, Some Girls. Marilyn was among the many famous faces featured on the original cover, designed by Peter Corriston, which was quickly replaced due to copyright issues. (Other … Continue reading →


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MM Fan Review: Metamorphosis

Posted on November 23, 2011 by marina72

MM fan Edgar Freire has reviewed Marilyn Monroe: Metamorphosis, hailing it as ‘the definitive visual biography’: “The theme of the book (as implied by the title) propels the simple story of the transformation of the young, exuberant Norma Jeane (in … Continue reading →


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Leonard Maltin Praises Michelle as Marilyn

Posted on November 23, 2011 by marina72

Leading US film critic Leonard Maltin gives My Week With Marilyn a positive review, citing Michelle Williams’ performance as its real highlight. The movie opens in the US later today, and in the UK on Friday. “If we can believe Williams … Continue reading →


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Spotlight on Julien’s Rarities

Posted on November 23, 2011 by marina72

 Scott Fortner takes a look at the upcoming Icons and Idols auction at Julien’s on his MM Collection Blog today, featuring this gorgeous signed photo of a young Marilyn. While you’re visiting Scott’s website, why not enter the MM Notable … Continue reading →


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The Writing of Marilyn Monroe

Posted on November 23, 2011 by marina72

An insightful look at Marilyn’s writing (as collected in Fragments) from Aylon Ewing: “Her library was a deep one, she was well read, a woman of deep intelligence.  The dumb blonde gave testament to her great acting ability.  This gives … Continue reading →


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Marilyn in ‘The Lady’

Posted on November 23, 2011 by marina72

The Lady is best-known in the UK as a weekly magazine for upper-class women in search of a butler. It was with some surprise that I saw Marilyn on the cover this week…    


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Marilyn in ‘The Mirror’

Posted on November 22, 2011 by marina72

Britain’s Mirror newspaper published a 7-page special on Marilyn yesterday. Unfortunately the pages are too large to scan, but the text is available online:  ”Marilyn was a great actress. Not only on film, but in her own life. Marilyn Monroe wasn’t … Continue reading →


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Vera Day Remembers Marilyn

Posted on November 22, 2011 by marina72

Vera Day, who played Marilyn’s friend Betty in The Prince and the Showgirl, has spoken to The Daily Beast about the challenge of acting alongside the world’s famous star. “I thought Marilyn was just beautiful. I used to gaze at her … Continue reading →


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Emma Watson in ‘My Week With Marilyn’

Posted on November 22, 2011 by marina72

Emma Watson, who found fame as a child playing Hermoine in the Harry Potter film series, attended the UK premiere of My Week With Marilyn. In the film, she plays wardrobe girl Lucy. “I certainly feel a lot for her and … Continue reading →


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