From Bogart to De Niro, these iconic performances define the shadows, seduction, and moral decay of film noir.
Ready to dive into the dark, twisted world of film noir? Check out the 20 best films, plus where to grab the sharpest Blu-ray, 4K, and box sets. Let’s talk about film noir—the genre that slinks out of ...
There was no fame in the 1940s quite like Hollywood fame, and Veronica Lake had it. Her career in film rose during that decade, starting in 1941 with William Holden in “I Wanted Wings” and Joel McCrea ...
The noir genre of film is one of the most influential styles of the art form. It is characterized by dark shadows, grim stories of crime and deceit, and the classic trenchcoat and fedora look. The ...
Experts say the genre was all about suspense, and what better way to convey that to audiences than an obsession with time? By David Belcher The race against the clock — to solve a crime, to outwit a ...
John Huston's The Maltese Falcon ranks as one of the greatest film noirs of time, noted for its exceptional story and array of stunning performances by an all-star cast. Originally made in 1931, the ...
After a year off, the festival of '40s and '50s films takes a detour from the currently closed Egyptian to the nearby Hollywood Legion Theater, with Eddie Muller and Alan K. Rode returning as hosts ...