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Things I Love About Out of the Past (1947)
Shadows and Satin Posted by shadowsandsatin on Jun 25, 2011
Out of the Past has always been one of those features that I consider to be a near-perfect example of the film noir era. It has a lot to recommend it – the performances of Robert Mitchum, Jane Greer, and Kirk Douglas (as well as the supporting cast), the memorable and oh-so-quotable dialogue, the read more
Famous Couples of Noir: Anna and Steve in Criss Cross (1949)
Shadows and Satin Posted by shadowsandsatin on Jun 24, 2011
"When you Double-Cross a Double-Crosser...IT'S A CRISS-CROSS!" When I’m asked about my favorite films noirs, Criss Cross is always included in the list. One of the highlights is the relationship between two of the film’s central characters – Anna and Steve, played by Yvonne DeCarlo read more
Character Assassination: The Asphalt Jungle
Shadows and Satin Posted by shadowsandsatin on Jun 23, 2011
In the Asphalt Jungle, diamonds are everybody's best friend. The Asphalt Jungle is one of noir’s classic caper films. It focuses on a brilliant jewel heist, planned by an aging crook and orchestrated by a motley crew of small-time hoods. Although the burglary goes off according to plan (for the read more
Quotes in Noir: Ace in the Hole (1951)
Shadows and Satin Posted by shadowsandsatin on Jun 23, 2011
“I know newspapers backwards, forwards, and sideways. I can write ‘em, print ‘em, wrap ‘em, and sell ‘em. I can handle big news and little news. If there’s no news, I’ll go out and bite a dog.” Kirk Douglas in Ace in the Hole (AKA The Big Carnival) (1 read more
Quotes in Noir: Kiss of Death (1947)
Shadows and Satin Posted by shadowsandsatin on Jun 23, 2011
“We’re goin’ right on being pals, you and me. We’re gonna have some fun together. Lots of fun, just like we used to. You got a wife and kids, ain’t ya pal? They’re gonna have some fun, too. I’m gonna enjoy meetin’ your family. Kids like to have fun. We read more
Quotes in Pre-Code: Baby Face (1933)
Shadows and Satin Posted by shadowsandsatin on Jun 23, 2011
“Yeah, I’m a tramp, and who’s to blame? My father. A swell start you gave me. Ever since I was fourteen, what’s it been? Nothing but men! Dirty, rotten men! And you’re lower than any of them. I’ll hate you as long as I live! ” Barbara Stanwyck read more
Quotes in Pre-Code: Female (1933)
Shadows and Satin Posted by shadowsandsatin on Jun 23, 2011
“ I know for some women, men are a household necessity. Myself, I’d rather have a canary.” Ruth Chatterton in Female (1933) Ruth Chatterton: "I'd rather have a canary." ~ by shadowsandsatin on June 23, 2011. Posted in The Language of Pre-Code Tags: chatterton, read more
Inside The Killing (1956)
Shadows and Satin Posted by shadowsandsatin on Jun 23, 2011
For my money, The Killing (1956) is one of film noir’s best offerings. The characters, the dialogue, the inventive winding timeline, the use of light and shadows – all combine to create one of the era’s most watchable thrillers. For more on this great film, read on . . . Elisha Cook, Jr., and read more