Columbia pictures

Lady with the Light… The logo for Columbia Pictures is believed to date back to 1738 when Columbia was the code name for America used in the published notes of confidential debates in British Parliament. The name finally became the female personification of America and was chosen to be the name and logo of the company. It is not completely clear however on which woman Columbia has been based and a conclusive answer has never been found.

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland is the second feature film based off of Sesame Street, after Follow That Bird, and concerns Elmo falling into the titular Grouchland in search of his blanket. Elmo and his beloved blue blanket are inseparable. When Oscar carelessly tosses the fuzzy blanket into his trash can, Elmo dives in after it. He is suddenly plunged into Grouchland - the land of Grouches, stinky garbage and the greedy Huxley (Mandy Patinkin) who hasn't learned how to share. Elmo and…

The iconic Columbia Pictures "torch lady" logo of a woman holding a glowing light was actually based on a photo shot in an apartment.

It celebrates the studio’s rich history.

4 days in Cartagena, Colombia itinerary that will help you make the most of your time in this vibrant walled city!

Most famous and beautiful Columbia statue

10 posts published by vp19 during January 2013

Huge Colombian flag, the city of Cartagena in the background. Taken at the Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas.

Colombia