by Matilda Cruz | Oct 25, 2024 | History
American horror was forever changed on October 25, 1978. The modest $300,000 budget for Halloween, directed by John Carpenter, became a box-office sensation. It ended up grossing $70 million worldwide and is still an iconic movie today. Its influence on horror cinema,...
by Matilda Cruz | Oct 24, 2024 | History
The 1870s were marked by significant racial tension in the western United States as many sought to establish themselves and create new lives in the recently acquired territories. Many migrants struggled with unemployment and insecurity, and Chinese immigrants often...
by Matilda Cruz | Oct 23, 2024 | History
Hungary officially declared an end to its four decades of communist rule on October 23, 1989. The country took a stance, proclaiming itself a republic and ushering in a new era of democracy. This momentous day in history marked a critical turning point not only for...
by Matilda Cruz | Oct 22, 2024 | History
The New York City Marathon witnessed a revolution on October 22, 1978. A Norwegian schoolteacher named Grete Waitz, virtually unknown to the American running world, lined up for her first marathon. Just over two and a half hours later, she crossed the finish line in...
by Matilda Cruz | Oct 21, 2024 | History
On October 21, 1964, the movie adaptation of My Fair Lady premiered in New York City at the Criterion Theatre, following months of anticipation and record-breaking early ticket sales. This immensely popular film is based on George Bernard Shaw’s 1913 play...
by Matilda Cruz | Oct 20, 2024 | History
On October 20, 1968, Jacqueline Kennedy, widely recognized as the former First Lady of the United States and the widow of President John F. Kennedy, married Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis. The wedding ceremony took place in a small Greek Orthodox chapel on...
