Hollywood My Home Town (1965)

In 1927, a fresh-faced performer named Ken Murray arrived in the glitzy city of Hollywood, hailing from the humble town of Kingston, New York. Leaving the traditional practice of mailing postcards behind, he instead armed himself with a 16mm camera, capturing the mesmerizing charm of Hollywood stars, many of whom were strangers to him at the time. Hollywood My Home Town is a rich tapestry woven from these fascinating snippets of film, amassed over a span of thirty-five years, further enriched by exclusive professional footage generously contributed by his newfound circle of Hollywood friends. This cinematic collage takes you on a journey through the streets of Hollywood, onto the bustling movie sets, and into the intimate spaces where these stars unwind, including their private homes. The footage features a galaxy of stars, some who were already shining brightly in the Hollywood sky, while others were just twinkling at the dawn of their now illustrious careers. Murray himself serves as the charismatic guide through this visual time-capsule, narrating tales woven around the footage, providing insights into the vibrant personalities that grace the screen, and sharing anecdotes of their compelling journeys. Hollywood My Home Town is not just a film, but a captivating voyage through time, seen through the lens of an enthusiastic newcomer turned seasoned insider.

Hollywood My Home Town is a documentary movie featuring Ken Murray and directed by William Martin.

Hollywood My Home Town is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Fandor Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel , Pure Flix and fuboTV.

It is also possible to buy Hollywood My Home Town on Amazon Video.