More Moreau

I love her, Jeanne Moreau. Yes, yes, her acting (& directing), that should go without saying. It's the making of under-eye circles acceptably sexy for which she should win some prize, as well. (She also has a wonderful philosophy of life & honor; more about that in future.) Tina of English Muse reminded us last week of Google's Life archives (usable for non-commercial purposes) when she posted a fabulous Brigitte Bardot photograph. I've used some LIFE archival photos (acquired by Google) on the GG blog & promptly forgot all about it in the midst of life (the lower-cased version). So many thanks to la Tina.

JM & BB starred in Louis Malle's 1965 film Viva Maria! & these are from the film shoot. (Some history of film ratings, here. The State of Texas got all 'het' up about it, went to court. Sigh.) I love the big smiles on the actresses in the b&w pix. Also wondering if I can somehow get away with carrying an eyelet/lace/voile parasol in the close-to-unbearable searing sunlight of a Washington, DC summer. As it is, I cannot be outside without a large-brimmed hat until sundown from early May through late October. xoxo

[photos by Ralph Crane/LIFE]