This cover image released by Lyons Press shows "The 50 MGM Films that Transformed Hollywood: Triumphs, Blockbusters and Fiascos" by Steven Bingen. (Lyons Press via AP) “The 50 MGM Films that ...

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Moviegoers nowadays might not know much of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios’ history outside of its iconic mascot, a lion who introduced each film with it’s iconic roar. It was an introduction that was ...

This transcript was prepared by a transcription service. This version may not be in its final form and may be updated. Ryan: Our colleague Eric Schwartzel covers Hollywood. And for years, he's heard ...

On the occasion of Leo the Lion’s centennial, our film critic revisits 10 notable Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer movies, from ‘Singin’ in the Rain’ to ‘Spaceballs.’ In its heyday, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) ...

“The 50 MGM Films that Transformed Hollywood: Triumphs, Blockbusters, and Fiascos,” by Steven Bingen (Lyons Press) The title of film historian Steven Bingen’s new book is reminiscent of B-movie ...