Category: Fred MacMurray

‘The Egg and I’ from 1947: Buying the Chicken Farm

Commentary Have you ever wanted to get away from the strife, complication, and corruption of modern society? Perhaps you’ve dreamed of escaping it all and living a simple, wholesome life on a chicken farm. Getting away from the excessive technology and pollution of modern life may seem like a 21st-century phenomenon, but escapism is nothing…


‘Sing, You Sinners’ From 1938: Three Musical Brothers

Commentary I’m always on the lookout for hidden gems from the Golden Era of Hollywood. It’s amazing how many now-forgotten movies feature great performances from the early careers of famous entertainers. “Sing, You Sinners” is just such a film. Released in 1938, it’s the story of three brothers, played by Bing Crosby, Fred MacMurray, and…


Wisdom From a Window Washer: 1939’s ‘Honeymoon in Bali’

Poster for “Honeymoon in Bali.” (Paramount Pictures) For those who feel something is missing in their lives—especially successful businesswomen—I recommend the entertaining movie “Honeymoon in Bali” from 1939. This Paramount Production stars Fred MacMurray, Madeleine Carroll, and Allan Jones. An Independent Woman Gail Allen (Carroll), a New York department store’s manager, believes her life is…


‘Family Honeymoon’ From 1949: A Touching Tribute to Fatherhood

Rarely do we acknowledge loving, caring male parents, and sometimes we even take fathers for granted. The official holiday that is meant to compensate for this oversight is Father’s Day, one Sunday in June dedicated to appreciating dads. A father figure can fill the void as a loving mentor, whether he’s a stepfather, another relative,…