Category Archives: Film

Joe DiMaggio: Many Sides to the American Dream

Posted on March 26, 2015 by babbityjean

Where have you gone, Joe DiMaggio?  A nation turns its lonely eyes to you.  What’s that you say, Mrs. Robinson?  Joltin’ Joe has left and gone away…hey, hey, hey… “Mrs. Robinson,” by Simon & Garfunkel, 1968 Born in California 100 … Continue reading →

Posted in English, Film, Foto, Italoamericani, Lo Sport, New York, Uncategorized | 3 Comments

La Vespa

Posted on October 23, 2014 by babbityjean

In a country known for its beautiful car, clothing, and high-tech designs, the Vespa (Italian for “wasp”) remains one of the most iconic around the world.   It is an enduring symbol of Italy’s post-war inventiveness. Its brightly painted, slim-waisted silhouette … Continue reading →

Posted in Differenze culturali, Film, Foto, Italiano, Santa Barbara, Storia, Uncategorized | 2 Comments

“Dinner Rush”

Posted on July 3, 2014 by babbityjean

A previous post on the movie “Big Night” discussed some of the differences between Italian and Italian-American food.  The following post is on another favorite film, “Dinner Rush,” an updated New York mob flick in which food is the main … Continue reading →

Posted in Cucina italiana, Differenze culturali, Film, Foto, Italiano, Italoamericani, New York, Uncategorized | 1 Comment