The Burglar Rare Photos

I recently came across this lovely blog with a post about The Burglar full of wonderful rare photos. Check it out;

http://www.noircon.info/2012/05/noir-david-goodis-mansfield-burglar.html

Thoughts on New Jayne Documentary

OK, I am going to make this a quick post because I have talked about this documentary so many times now. Jayne Mansfield From Hollywood to Yorkshire finally arrived at my door this week. I watched it immediately and well naturally I loved it. Hearing everyone's stories of what they remembered about her trip to Yorkshire was my favorite part. There was plenty of archived footage and photos used but unfortunately nothing new apart from one photograph of Jayne among a crowd of people wearing a leopard coat. The photo isn't even that great as she is standing on her side and you can hardly see her face. But moving aside, I really did like it and am very happy that it was made. Now I would love to see a documentary on her trip to Brazil.

JAYNE MANSFIELD BBC RADIO LEEDS

Jayne Mansfield Candid Photo

This lovely candid photo of Jayne Mansfield with Danny Welks was taken by Phillip Gotlop in London during the 60's.

It is currently for sale through http://earlycaliforniaantiques.com/shoponline/old-hollywood/

Three More Weeks Until the Blu Ray Release Of THE WAYWARD BUS!!!!

Yes, I am so excited for the Blu Ray release of The Wayward Bus on June 12th. No more will we have to put up with crappy bootleg copies. It's Jaynie and Joan in High Definition. I'm doing a little dance I am that excited YIPPY!!!!

Cover artwork

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Jaynie's Pink Palace Book Review: The Gresh - A Lifetime in Show-Biz

This book is a short but sweet autobiography by Carl Gresham aka The Gresh. I have had this book in my collection for quite a while now. Seeing there is so much talk about Jayne's 1967 trip to Yorkshire of late I thought that I should at least mention this book for anyone who is not familiar with it.

Carl was working as a Press Relations Officer at the Batley Variety Club when Jayne came to town. Mention of Jayne in the book is brief. There is no lengthy chapter on Jayne but merely a small paragraph. There is one full page black and white photograph of Carl with Jayne (if I remember correctly access to this photo is on Carl Gresham's web page along with the three small images of Jayne holding puppies). However I am not greedy, I am at least glad that Carl mentioned Jayne and I was thrilled to see her grace the front cover. There are many other people mentioned in Carl's book however majority of them are British soap stars from the 70's whom I had never heard of so I can't say that I enjoyed the entire book. However I did at least stick through it til the end and there were parts that I did enjoy.

I am glad to have this item in my collection. I would recommend this book only for the real die hard Jayne Mansfield fans like myself who have to get their hands on anything to do with Jayne no matter how small the significance. Anyone only after new photographs or lengthy text on Jayne this book is not for you.

Pre Orders are in

I have just been told that my pre-order of Jayne Mansfield from Hollywood to Yorkshire is on its way. YAY!! Everyone else who have pre-ordered I assume the same goes for you. The dvd should arrive next week. I am so excited to see this documentary. I will be doing a review on it soon.

Promotion of 'Jayne Mansfield From Hollywood to Yorkshire'

The man behind the upcoming Jayne Mansfield documentary promotes the doco with his mother on a British TV show.

Didn't realise it is going to be aired on American TV next week. So US fans who don't have region free DVD players there you go, don't miss out on it.

Jaynie's Pink Palace Book Review: La Dolce Vita - 60's Lifestyle in Rome

I realise it has been quite a while since my last book review so I thought I am much overdue for another one. This book is a beautiful large coffee table book and is also rather recent having been released in December 2011. It is much like La Dolce Vita - The Golden Age of Italian Style and Celebrity. The images in both books are sourced through the scala archives, they both feature American and European celebrities in Italy during the 50's and 60's and they both have covers featuring Jayne Mansfield. Personally I like this book more purely because it is much more thicker. Believe me, it's a huge book. And whereas the previous book featured 8 images of Jayne Mansfield this book has 11, most of which are full page beautiful black and white shots. Other celebrities featured in La Dolce Vita - 60's Lifestyle in Rome are Brigitte Bardot, Anita Ekberg, Audrey Hepburn, Liz Taylor, Sophia Loren, Dean Martin, Kirk Douglas, Frank Sinatra and many many more. There isn't much text, the only aspect adding to the volume of the text is the fact that you have the option of choosing from six different languages to read from, including English of course. It is a lovely book to have especially if you are very much into the lifestyle of Rome in the 1960's. The fact that Jayne and Mickey grace the front cover is really an added bonus to this wonderful coffee table book.

Jayne in Brazil

Here is a lovely scan of Jayne in Brazil with local singer Agostinho dos Santos.

Click the image to see the original link.

Jayne Mansfield watches Dior Show From the Front Row

Jayne Mansfield has finally been used in the form of a projection. She is featured in the new Dior Exhibit which is taking place in Normandy. Jayne sits in the front row and watches the models walk down the catwalk. A companion book for the exhibit titled 'Stars in Dior' will be released, I wonder how much of Jayne will be featured in the book if at all.

Jayne in the front row at Christian Dior



Jayne is pictured bottom right hand corner



Click on the photograph to read the original link

Jayne Sings in Italian on TV Show

Hi folks, its been a while since my last post because I have been away on Holiday. I had a wonderful trip but now I'm back and ready to post as many new and wonderful Jayne news as possible. Starting off with this glorious clip of the darling Jayne singing in Italian the song is called Quando Quando which translates to when when. I love her little wiggles as she sings the song superbly. Enjoy xx

Jayne Rocks Cannes

"Ms Mansfield and Me" Feature Film

Yes, there is a film about Jayne Mansfield being penned as we speak. The script has been submitted to the European éQuinoxe Writers Workshop by Irish script writer Paul Walker (no,not the actor). The project is being supported with development funding from The Irish Film Board.

The film plot According to The Irish Film Television Network 

"'Ms. Mansfield and Me’ tells the story of two brothers attempting to set up a five-star hotel in Tralee during the controversial Jayne Mansfield-debate in 1967. The Hollywood starlet’s scheduled cabaret appearance was cancelled due to the outrage of a local parish priest who persuaded residents of Tralee to rally around him."

If you ask me it sounds a little bit like the Mansfield version of 'My week with Marilyn' as in rather than a story about Jayne it is a small event in her life. I assume most of the story will be fiction but it seems like there may be some facts squeezed into the script too.

The script sounds interesting and unlike the upcoming "Jayne Mansfield's Car" this movie actually has something to do with Jayne. The progress of this movie I think is definitely something to keep an eye on.

Footage of Jayne in Tralee

http://www.iftn.ie/news/?act1=record&only=1&aid=73&rid=4284840&tpl=archnews&force=1

Best Article on Jayne's UK visit

OK, so here is another article on Jayne's UK visit brought on by the new upcoming documentary which I have mentioned quite a few times now. This article is the best one so far. It mentions a few things which are new facts to me, if in fact they really are true. One, her becoming a pop star with John Lennon writing her songs and two, her wanting to star in the Broadway production of The Prince and the Showgirl. This article gives a good idea of what will be mentioned in the documentary. Which just makes me all the more excited.

http://www.express.co.uk/features/view/316044/The-blonde-bombshell-who-went-to-Batley

JAYNE MANSFIELD DOCUMENTARY

The official release date for the the upcoming Jayne Mansfield From Hollywood to Yorkshire dvd is 9th of June and I have just received some information from a friend involved in the project concerning the details.

You can now buy your pre-orders (which I have just done myself) at https://www.odeonent.co.uk/product.asp?cid=&pid=2686 The dvd has a low price of £9.99 and has free worldwide shipping or through amazon at http://www.amazon.co.uk/Jayne-Mansfield-From-Hollywood-Yorkshire/dp/B007V3MYV2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1334829980&sr=8-1 for £9.70 however the free shipping option is only available for UK residents.

This upcoming documentary is plenty to get excited about so what are you waiting for, go out there and reserve your copy today.

The following article is from local living.

WE LOVE YOU JAYNE

Footage from a clip I made last year for Jaynie's Birthday.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SWEETNESS - Your fans still love you and will continue to do so more and more everyday x x x x x

HAPPY 79TH BIRTHDAY JAYNIE!!!

Today would have been Jayne's 79th Birthday. So let's all have a glass of champagne and raise our glasses and say a little toast for the dear beauty who we miss everyday.

The above images I created when I was running a Jayne Mansfield tumblr page which has long since been removed as I much prefer blogging than photo sharing.

The Legendary Jayne Mansfield Series of Mini Books

On the eve of Jayne Mansfield's 79th Birthday I am proud to announce a new project I have been working on which has finally been made possible through self publishing website Lulu. I have started a range of Jayne Mansfield mini books titled The Legendary Jayne Mansfield and issue number 1 "Pinup Queen" is now available for purchase. The series of books are not for profit, instead I wanted to bring something fun and different to all Jayne Mansfield fans with a price only covering the cost of printing. Adding to the cost and value of these books are not only black and white images but also stunning colour photographs too. Issue number one features famous pinup shots of Jayne. As I am not a schooled author my aim is to feature more images than text. Also I would like to feature not only well known images of Jayne but also the more rare shots too. All future issues/volumes will feature different topics while focusing on the subject of Jayne Mansfield. I have not yet decided how often I will be issuing the books, whether it be monthly or bimonthly however I can tell you that issue number two is sure to be better than the first with the subject being Jayne & Mickey. 

I will keep you posted on all upcoming issues.

"Pinup Queen" is only available at http://www.lulu.com/shop/ashley-fulton/the-legendary-jayne-mansfield-issue-number-1-pinup-queen/paperback/product-20037629.html

11th June 2012

Is when you can buy the Jayne Mansfield From Hollywood to Yorkshire dvd through Odeon Entertainment Ltd. I hope everyone has a multi-region dvd or blu ray player, I know I sure do and I am very much so looking forward to watching the documentary.

Jayne Mansfield From Hollywood to Yorkshire Available on DVD

I have just recieved word that the documentary "Jayne Mansfield - From Hollywood to Yorkshire" is now avaiblable on dvd. The doco can be purchased from http://www.odeonent.co.uk/ however when I went to the site to buy myself a copy all there is available is Promises Promises. I have emailed them about it to see when the official release date is and will let you know when they get back to me.

This documentary looks wonderful. I can't wait to watch it. In the mean time you might want to check out the trailer (below).

Jayne Mansfield collection for sale

I have just come across this collection of Jayne Mansfield memorbilla for sale on ebay at the moment. There are some lovely bits and pieces. The asking price is a little silly though considering you can get most those items individully for cheaper, well at least these days you can thanks to the internet.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Jayne-Mansfield-Huge-Collection-High-School-Yearbook-Ticket-Tie-Mags-/270954655149?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f1627edad

Jayne Mansfield in St Pauli, Hamburg

Oh my gosh, check out these super cute photos of Jayne in Hamburg. The one with Zolie is my favorite, it's such a lovely photo of the two. Prints can be ordered through the website for 98 EURO http://pressefotokunst.de/xtc/product_info.php?info=p932_Jayne_Mansfield

Fact about Jayne & her travels to Augusta.

• Actress Jayne Mansfield rode on Augusta city buses from her apartment near Daniel Village airfield to take music lessons from an Augusta teacher. Her husband, Lt. Paul Mansfield, was stationed at Camp Gordon, later to become Fort Gordon.

http://chronicle.augusta.com/things-do/applause/2012-04-02/ramblin-rhodes-if-you-know-these-augusta-facts-raise-your-hand

Touched by Jayne Mansfield

Take alook at this aborable song which was used in the 2000 play by the same title.

Here is a small review of the play http://www.chicagoreader.com/chicago/touched-by-jayne-mansfield/Content?oid=903416

Divas in Brazil

Divas in Brazil is a book written by Evanio Alves and is in Portuguese. I recently stumbled across this three page article about the book. At the end of the article it mentions that the book will arrive through amazon shortly so that makes me wonder if they may release an English edition. Which would be nice because surprise surprise, the reason I mention this book at all, is because there is mention of the gorgeous Jayne and her trip to Brazil.

http://www.altfg.com/blog/movie/divas-in-brazil-marlene-dietrich-madonna-brigitte-bardot/

Click on one of the photos above to take you to the link.

Jayne featured in this months Lithuanian Cosmo

This months edition of Lithuanian Cosmopolitan features an article on Jayne Mansfield. The article is titled "The Woman Struck the World - Jayne Mansfield". It appears to be a short article but it is nice to see that she is still featuring in magazines.

Jaynie's Pink Palace Book Review: "Tashinesque - The Hollywood Comedies of Frank Tashlin"

I have just finished reading Tashlinesque and I admit I was incredibly impressed with this book. The author, Ethan de Seife takes a scholarly look into the life's work of Frank Tashlin. Beginning with his early career as a cartoonist, how he evolved into a motion picture director and how he directed many talented comedians like Bob Hope, Jerry Lewis, Tony Randall and of course Jayne Mansfield, and ending with his decline in popularity which lead to his retirement. This is not a biography at all. It is a very well written in depth look into the films he created. The book describes in detail the many gags and in some instances entire key scenes from his films. But enough of that, I'm sure the part you are wanting to hear most about is the Jayne Mansfield chapter, and yes there is a whole chapter devoted to his work with Jayne on what is commonly considered his best films ever "The Girl Can't Help It" and "Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter".

"The Director and the Bombshell - Tashlin and Jayne Mansfield"
According to the author Jayne Mansfield's work with Frank Tashlin is not only her career making performance but also her finest, something I don't disagree with and I'm sure most other Jayne fans would agree with also. The chapter describes how Jayne Mansfield was the perfect vehicle for Tashin's style. It also compares her comedy work in the two Tashlin movies to her earlier non comedy films. The meaning and comedy behind many scenes is discussed including 'the stink' scene from TGCHI when Jerri tells Mr Murdoch she stinks over and over again while pushing her chest forward so much as to make Fats take a step back, 'the towel' scene from WSSRH in which Jayne uses her voice to comedic effect by changing her voice and tone. All the gags from TGCHI are mentioned including the Milk Bottles, Jayne hiding behind a shrub to change which does not hide her at all, the breakfast scene where only Jayne's torso is in camera view, the delivery man who melts a huge block of ice with his hands, the milk mans bottle of milk exploding and an on lookers glasses shattering. Tashlin's troubles with the censors and the measures he took to make sure his favorite scenes were kept while making Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter is also discussed in length.

All in all, I really enjoyed the book. It may not be the type of book for everyone however being a Jayne Mansfield fan I think that most would enjoy the chapter on the Mansfield movies. Perhaps if you are a fan of Hope or Lewis you will enjoy those chapters also. I found it interesting to finally get a look into the mind of a funny man whose work is sadly not well recognised these days.

The Breakfast scene from The Girl Can't
Help It is used as the cover for the book.

The binding also features Jayne so she will be visable from the bookshelf

Jayne Mansfield Article

I rather enjoyed this well written article on Jayne, you just might too.

http://www.odt.co.nz/opinion/opinion/202043/dazed-and-confused-stumbling-across-jayne-mansfield

Jayne Gown at Auction

Julien's will be holding another Jayne Mansfield auction in the near future. The dress was specially made for Jayne by one of her favorite designers Emeson's Studio City.

RARE COLOUR PHOTOS OF JAYNE MANSFIELD IN HOLLAND

Check out these awesome photos of Jayne in Holland. The black and white images are pretty common but the two colour shots are very rare. She looks lovely.

Click the images below to take you to the original link.

Cute Clipping

I don't repost images from Tumblr to often because there is hardly ever any new images posted there, however I do like to keep my eye open for the odd occasion when there is something different.  And this little beauty caught my eye. Its a lovely page clipping and the article talks about Jayne on location in the UK.

Click the photo to take you to the original link

JAYNE MANSFIELD AUF DER REEPERBAHN

Tashlinesque: The Hollywood Comedies of Frank Tashlin

 So the date of release for the first book of 2012 featuring Jayne Mansfield has arrived. I am currently waiting for my copy of Tashlinesque: The Hollywood Comedies of Frank Tashlin to arrive at more doorstep. I am very eager to read this book, it seems very interesting and it features Jayne and Tom Ewell from a scene in the Girl Can't Help It on the cover. I'll be reading my copy the minute it arrives and Ill let you know what I think of it.

Can't wait :-D

MARCH

It's the first day of March, time to turn your calendars over. Boy this year is starting off quickly.

Jayne at the Ocean Bay Motel

Have a look at these stunning photos of Jayne while on location filming the Burglar.

 Click on the photo to take you to the original link

Upcoming Jayne Mansfield Documentary

I've just heard from a friend that this is a new Documentary on Jayne's 1967 stay in Europe which is due to be released in the UK for an upcoming Jayne Mansfield DVD box set. Looks very interesting and I look forward to seeing it. I wonder what the box set will be like and if it will feature different titles than the 3 DVD USA box set.

First Look at Stunning Rare Images of Jayne Mansfield

 Take a look at some recently released photographs of Jayne from 1966. Doesn't she look so adorable? These images of Jayne are now my new favorites. Click on any of the images to take you to the original link.

Documentary on Photographer Robert Lebeck

Here is a very interesting short clip promoting a documentary on legendary German photographer Robert Lebeck. It shows his famous photograph of Mickey holding Jayne up to a chandelier so she can eat grapes off it. The remainder of the clip talks about his stunning images of famous Director Alfred Hitchcock.