From Popeye to Shrek, several beloved cartoon characters were inspired by real people. This article uncovers the fascinating ...

One of the most unusual of the creative treasures to enter the public domain this month is King of Jazz. The plotless, experimental 1930 musical film shot in early Technicolor centers on influential ...

Betty Boop and "Blondie" are joining Mickey Mouse and Winnie the Pooh in the public domain. The first appearances of the classic cartoon and comic characters are among the pieces of intellectual ...

A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources. "Jerry Mitchell puts sheer show-stoppery on stage." ...