Shadows of Noir
Dan & Marc
The Shadows of Noir podcast is a show dedicated to all things film noir. Join Dan and Marc as they dissect individual movies from film noir's classic era, as well as the overarching topics that run throughout film noir. The influences, historical context, common elements, and lasting impact are all explored. As well as the various people who were involved with film noir. From the directors and cinematographers, to the actors, to the writers, and much more.
If you have always enjoyed movies, and you are interested in film noir, we hope you join for new episodes and visit online at shadowsofnoir.com
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Shadows of Noir episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Shadows of Noir for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Shadows of Noir episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
11 - Road House (1948)
Shadows of Noir
04/15/24 • 46 min
What do you get when you combine Ida Lupino and Richard Widmark, two of the most influential people in all of film noir? You get Road House from 1948. Join us as we dissect this melodramatic noir and use it to help highlight the unbelievable contributions of Lupino and Widmark to the world of film noir.
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9 - Film Noir and the Hollywood Blacklist
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03/01/24 • 51 min
This episode is a primer on the overlap between film noir and the Hollywood Blacklist of the late 1940s and 1950s. We have alluded to this connection previously and it’s a topic often mentioned in film noir discussions, so we wanted to give an overview of the major events and prominent figures. We also talk about some of reasons why film noir's classic era may have been excessively affected by the Hollywood Blacklist events post-World War II. Enjoy!
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8 - Kiss Me Deadly with Clay McCormack
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02/16/24 • 62 min
We are joined by Clay McCormack from The Rotten Horror Picture Show for our very first guest episode. Clay’s podcast experience and film knowledge is extensive, and together we discuss the nuances of an essential film noir, Kiss Me Deadly. We dive into the literary background, the adaption to the screen, the character of Mike Hammer, and several other aspects of the film. We also compare it to several other important films, and explore film noir’s relationship to other areas of film history.
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17 - Black Angel
Shadows of Noir
10/13/24 • 73 min
Huge announcement for the Shadows of Noir podcast! Previous guest Marc Hinkley has come on board as co-host!
Thrilled to announce that Marc will be co-hosting the show going forward, bringing his knowledge, insights, and interest to the discussions. To kick off the new format, we dive deep into the 1946 film Black Angel. We discuss several aspects of the movie, including the set design, cinematography, literary adaptation, underlying themes, and characters.
Hope you enjoy!
10 - What is Film Noir? (Revised & Expanded)
Shadows of Noir
03/22/24 • 60 min
In celebration of our 10th episode, we are doing a revised and expanded version of Episode 1 - What is Film Noir? That is our most popular topic and we wanted to extend and improve upon that discussion, based on feedback and questions we've received so far. We begin with the term film noir, then get into the influences and the distinction between the "classic era" and newer "neo-noir" films. We discuss the classification of film noir, and finish up with the elements and essential films of the classic era. Hope you enjoy!
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3 - The Maltese Falcon (1941)
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11/30/23 • 55 min
We reserved discussion about The Maltese Falcon in Episode 2 because we thought it was the perfect film to do our first deep dive on. In this episode we discuss the background of The Maltese Falcon and then shift more into the world of film analysis. We discuss the story, the characters, the themes, certain scenes, and the cinematic aspects, before rounding out it out with the legacy and place that The Maltese Falcon holds in film history.
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19 - The Spiral Staircase
Shadows of Noir
11/11/24 • 90 min
Get your raincoat, because Marc and Dan are discussing The Spiral Staircase for episode 19! Amidst a powerful storm, in a big, dark house, we have a thrilling noir that stands the test of time. Directed and photographed by film noir legends Robert Siodmak and Nicholas Musuraca, respectively, this film looks like few others in the film noir canon. Join Dan and Marc for an in-depth look at the story progression, the characters, the visuals, the themes, and more!
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15 - Detour (1945)
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07/23/24 • 56 min
After a brief summer break, we're back with a heavy hitter from film noir's classic era. Join us as we continue with the subject of B-Noir and dive into Detour from 1945. From PRC and directed by Edgar G. Ulmer, Detour has gained legendary status in more recent years as a masterful representation of film noir. And with a famous (although uncertain) budget and production schedule, Detour reminds us that unlimited resources are not necessary to produce a great work.
22 - Phantom Lady
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01/25/25 • 79 min
From the gritty, hard-boiled story by Cornell Woolrich, to the vision and expert coordination of producer Joan Harrison, to the masterful execution of director Robert Siodmak, Phantom Lady seemed to be destined for film noir history. Join Marc and Dan as they discuss this classic that not only stands tall on its own merits, but also holds an important place in the evolution of film noir's classic era.
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13 - Mildred Pierce with Veronica Fitzpatrick
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05/24/24 • 68 min
We are joined today by Veronica Fitzpatrick to discuss Mildred Pierce. Veronica is a film professor and critic, and also a host on The Bright Wall/Dark Room Podcast. Her knowledge is extensive and together we discuss the melodramatic noir classic from 1945, while also diving into larger concepts of genre and film history. You won't want to miss this one!
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FAQ
How many episodes does Shadows of Noir have?
Shadows of Noir currently has 24 episodes available.
What topics does Shadows of Noir cover?
The podcast is about Film History, Film, Film Analysis, Podcasts, Hollywood, Movie, Tv & Film and Film Reviews.
What is the most popular episode on Shadows of Noir?
The episode title '13 - Mildred Pierce with Veronica Fitzpatrick' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Shadows of Noir?
The average episode length on Shadows of Noir is 59 minutes.
How often are episodes of Shadows of Noir released?
Episodes of Shadows of Noir are typically released every 21 days, 5 hours.
When was the first episode of Shadows of Noir?
The first episode of Shadows of Noir was released on Oct 19, 2023.
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