1949 Trivia, History and Fun Facts

1949 Trivia, History and Fun FactsQuick Facts from 1949World Changing Event: On April 4, 1949, The North Atlantic Treaty was signed, making the United States closer to our European allies.Influential Songs include Some Enchanted Evening from the musical South Pacific and the now-controversial Baby It’s Cold Outside by various duos.The Movies to Watch include Mighty Joe Young, She… Read More

1949 Music: Popular Music, Songs and Artists

1949 Popular Music, Songs and ArtistsEzio PinzaSome Enchanted EveningRodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific (1949) remains one of their most celebrated musicals, combining entertainment with a strong social commentary on prejudice. Based on James Michener’s Tales of the South Pacific (1947), the show won multiple Tony Awards during its Broadway run. It follows two couples: Nurse… Read More

1949 Oscars 21st Academy Awards

1949 Oscars 21st Academy AwardsWinners Announced: March 24, 1949Venue: The Academy Theater, Hollywood, California, USAHost: Robert MontgomeryEligibility Year: Films released in 1948Major Wins:Best Picture went to Hamlet, starring Laurence Olivier.Olivier also won Best Actor for his role in the same movie.Jane Wyman bagged Best Actress for her performance in Johnny Belinda.Directing & Screenplay:Laurence Olivier, who… Read More