Rising Stars, Falling Stars: Nell Shipman

Nell Shipman was a Canadian pioneer in early Hollywood, she was actress, screenwriter, producer, and animal trainer, owning a private zoo. In 1919, she and her husband, Ernest Shipman, made the successful silent film BACK TO GOD'S COUNTRY. Her love for animals has started with a close friendship with the ferocious dog on set.

Hosted by famous silent movie expert Miss Vaginal Davis. On the piano: Eunice Martins. Afterwards drinks in the Red Foyer. (May 23)