Thursday, 30 May 2013
The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976)
A rather exasperating but extremely good-looking and artistic film, featuring a lithe, well-dusted pre-Berlin Bowie.
Sunday, 19 May 2013
All the King's Men (US, 1949)
The corrupt politician tale is nothing new, but done here in a manner that still seems fresh even today. Quite original in tone, well produced, and with strong performances all round.
Thursday, 16 May 2013
Beat the Devil (UK/US/IT, 1953)
Not a film noir, but rather a caper comedy of manners - seems John Houston was sending everyone up here.
Monday, 13 May 2013
The Big Knife (US, 1955)
A somewhat dated and overacted melodrama; the only hints of noir are some occasional camera angles.
Friday, 10 May 2013
Sunday, 5 May 2013
The Place Beyond the Pines (US, 2012)
Echoes of Drive here; when the action 'suite' ends however, a serious, lengthy rumination on law and order, justice and privilege begins.
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