The days are getting longer everywhere, except Palm Springs, where darkness is on the ascent each May. That’s when the city plays host to the Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary May 9-12 with a program of a dozen classic films from the 1940s and ’50s. Great directors like Alfred Hitchcock, Robert Rossen, Andre de Toth and Anthony Mann and stars like Humphrey Bogart, John Garfield, Barbara Stanwyck and Robert Ryan will have desert dwellers and visitors alike eager to blot out the sun for four days, culminating in the festival’s customary Mother’s Day crime spree.
As always, the festival is curated and hosted by a face familiar to any serious modern-day noir aficionado, Alan K. Rode, one of the principals of the Film Noir Foundation and a co-host of the Noir City festival every April in Hollywood. Rode’s Noir City cohort,...
As always, the festival is curated and hosted by a face familiar to any serious modern-day noir aficionado, Alan K. Rode, one of the principals of the Film Noir Foundation and a co-host of the Noir City festival every April in Hollywood. Rode’s Noir City cohort,...
- 5/6/2024
- by Chris Willman
- Variety Film + TV
NBC’s Magnum Pi season five episode 20, both the season and series finale, finds Magnum working on a murder case. Episode 20, “The Big Squeeze,” will air on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at 10pm Et/Pt, immediately following episode 19.
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
“The Big Squeeze” Plot: After a high-stakes homicide case falls apart at trial, Katsumoto asks Magnum to help him stop a killer from walking free. Higgins helps Jin Jeong with a mystery of his own.
Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum and Perdita Weeks as Juliet Higgins in ‘Magnum Pi’ season 5 episode 20 (Photo by: Zack Dougan/NBC)
The Season 5 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
Magnum P.I. is a modern take on the classic series centering on Thomas Magnum,...
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
“The Big Squeeze” Plot: After a high-stakes homicide case falls apart at trial, Katsumoto asks Magnum to help him stop a killer from walking free. Higgins helps Jin Jeong with a mystery of his own.
Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum and Perdita Weeks as Juliet Higgins in ‘Magnum Pi’ season 5 episode 20 (Photo by: Zack Dougan/NBC)
The Season 5 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
Magnum P.I. is a modern take on the classic series centering on Thomas Magnum,...
- 12/22/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
All good things must end and that includes NBC’s Magnum Pi. The series is coming to a close with a two-hour season/series finale airing on January 3, 2024. Season five episode 19, “Ashes to Ashes,” will air at 9pm Et/Pt. Episode 20, “The Big Squeeze,” follows at 10pm Et/Pt.
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
“Ashes to Ashes” Plot: Magnum and Higgins re-examine a fatal arson investigation at the request of Tc and Mahina, leading to a sinister discovery. Kumu volunteers with Rick at a veterans’ crisis call center.
Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum and Perdita Weeks as Juliet Higgins in ‘Magnum Pi’ season 5 episode 19 (Photo by: Zack Dougan/NBC)
The Season 5 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
Magnum P.I.
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
“Ashes to Ashes” Plot: Magnum and Higgins re-examine a fatal arson investigation at the request of Tc and Mahina, leading to a sinister discovery. Kumu volunteers with Rick at a veterans’ crisis call center.
Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum and Perdita Weeks as Juliet Higgins in ‘Magnum Pi’ season 5 episode 19 (Photo by: Zack Dougan/NBC)
The Season 5 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
Magnum P.I.
- 12/21/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Magnum heads to college for an investigation of a professor on NBC’s Magnum Pi season five episode 18. “Extracurricular Activities” was directed by Perdita Weeks and will air on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 9pm Et/Pt.
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
“Extracurricular Activities” Plot: Magnum and Higgins are hired by a dean at the University of Oahu to quietly investigate a professor who has been accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a female grad student. Tc and Katsumoto take Cade and Dennis on a father-son camping trip.
Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum in ‘Magnum Pi’ season 5 episode 18 (Photo by: Zack Dougan/NBC)
The Season 5 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
Magnum P.I. is a modern take on the classic series centering on Thomas Magnum,...
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
“Extracurricular Activities” Plot: Magnum and Higgins are hired by a dean at the University of Oahu to quietly investigate a professor who has been accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a female grad student. Tc and Katsumoto take Cade and Dennis on a father-son camping trip.
Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum in ‘Magnum Pi’ season 5 episode 18 (Photo by: Zack Dougan/NBC)
The Season 5 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
Magnum P.I. is a modern take on the classic series centering on Thomas Magnum,...
- 12/8/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Jon Lovitz (Saturday Night Live) puts in a guest starring appearance on NBC’s Magnum Pi season five episode 17, “Consciousness of Guilt.” After taking a three week break, episode 17 is set to air on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 9pm Et/Pt.
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
“Consciousness of Guilt” Plot: After a high-stakes homicide case falls apart at trial, Katsumoto asks Magnum to help him stop a killer from walking free. Higgins helps Jin Jeong with a mystery of his own.
Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum and Tim Kang as Detective Gordon Katsumoto in ‘Magnum Pi’ season 5 episode 17 (Photo by: Zack Dougan/NBC)
The Season 5 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
Magnum P.I. is a modern take on the classic series centering on Thomas Magnum,...
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
“Consciousness of Guilt” Plot: After a high-stakes homicide case falls apart at trial, Katsumoto asks Magnum to help him stop a killer from walking free. Higgins helps Jin Jeong with a mystery of his own.
Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum and Tim Kang as Detective Gordon Katsumoto in ‘Magnum Pi’ season 5 episode 17 (Photo by: Zack Dougan/NBC)
The Season 5 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
Magnum P.I. is a modern take on the classic series centering on Thomas Magnum,...
- 12/1/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
A 17-year-old missing Amish girl sets the team in motion on NBC’s Magnum Pi season five episode 16. “Run With the Devil” will air on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 9pm Et/Pt.
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
“Run With the Devil” Plot: Magnum and Higgins agree to help a teenage Amish boy who has traveled to Hawaii in search of his runaway sister. Rick sets out to find Tc a date to the Marine Corps Ball.
Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum, Tait Blum as Jacob, and Perdita Weeks as Juliet Higgins in ‘Magnum Pi’ season 5 episode 16 (Photo by: NBC)
The Season 5 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
Magnum P.I. is a modern take on the classic series centering on Thomas Magnum,...
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
“Run With the Devil” Plot: Magnum and Higgins agree to help a teenage Amish boy who has traveled to Hawaii in search of his runaway sister. Rick sets out to find Tc a date to the Marine Corps Ball.
Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum, Tait Blum as Jacob, and Perdita Weeks as Juliet Higgins in ‘Magnum Pi’ season 5 episode 16 (Photo by: NBC)
The Season 5 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
Magnum P.I. is a modern take on the classic series centering on Thomas Magnum,...
- 11/10/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Bobby Lee returns to guest star as Jin Jeong on NBC’s Magnum Pi season five episode 15. “The Retrieval” will air on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 9pm Et/Pt.
“The Retrieval” Plot: Magnum and Higgins are hired to find a missing gamer whose online friends believe he might be in trouble. Jin Jeong enlists the help of Tc in a treasure hunt after his ex-partner gets out of prison.
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
Perdita Weeks as Juliet Higgins and Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum in ‘Magnum Pi’ season 5 episode 15 (Photo by: Zack Dougan/NBC)
The Season 5 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
Magnum P.I. is a modern take on the classic series centering on Thomas Magnum, a decorated former Navy Seal who,...
“The Retrieval” Plot: Magnum and Higgins are hired to find a missing gamer whose online friends believe he might be in trouble. Jin Jeong enlists the help of Tc in a treasure hunt after his ex-partner gets out of prison.
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
Perdita Weeks as Juliet Higgins and Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum in ‘Magnum Pi’ season 5 episode 15 (Photo by: Zack Dougan/NBC)
The Season 5 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
Magnum P.I. is a modern take on the classic series centering on Thomas Magnum, a decorated former Navy Seal who,...
- 10/26/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
There’s a good reason most of the photos released in advance of NBC’s Magnum Pi season five episode 14 feature Jay Hernandez and Zachary Knighton. The photos show Rick and Magnum in action, and that’s because episode 14 will find Rick subbing in for Higgins. “Night Has a Thousand Eyes” is set to air on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 9pm Et/Pt.
“Night Has a Thousand Eyes” Plot: Magnum and Rick race to find a missing witness who can exonerate an innocent man accused of murder. Tc tries to repair his relationship with Mahina after being released from the Va.
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum and Zachary Knighton as Orville “Rick” Wright in...
“Night Has a Thousand Eyes” Plot: Magnum and Rick race to find a missing witness who can exonerate an innocent man accused of murder. Tc tries to repair his relationship with Mahina after being released from the Va.
Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton stars as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore ‘Tc’ Calvin, Amy Hill is Kumu, and Tim Kang plays Det. Gordon Katsumoto.
Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum and Zachary Knighton as Orville “Rick” Wright in...
- 10/19/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Magnum P.I. fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 5 Episode 14 episode titled Night Has a Thousand Eyes!
Find out everything you need to know about the Night Has a Thousand Eyes episode of Magnum P.I., including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
Magnum P.I. Night Has a Thousand Eyes Season 5 Episode 14 Preview
Prepare for a thrilling night with “Magnum P.I.” on NBC, airing at 9:00 Pm on October 25, 2023. In this upcoming episode titled “Night Has a Thousand Eyes,” viewers can expect high-stakes action and compelling storylines that are a hallmark of this popular series.
In this episode, Magnum and Rick are on a mission to find a crucial missing witness, whose testimony could exonerate an innocent man wrongly accused of murder. The race against time to uncover the truth promises to be a rollercoaster of suspense and intrigue.
Find out everything you need to know about the Night Has a Thousand Eyes episode of Magnum P.I., including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
Magnum P.I. Night Has a Thousand Eyes Season 5 Episode 14 Preview
Prepare for a thrilling night with “Magnum P.I.” on NBC, airing at 9:00 Pm on October 25, 2023. In this upcoming episode titled “Night Has a Thousand Eyes,” viewers can expect high-stakes action and compelling storylines that are a hallmark of this popular series.
In this episode, Magnum and Rick are on a mission to find a crucial missing witness, whose testimony could exonerate an innocent man wrongly accused of murder. The race against time to uncover the truth promises to be a rollercoaster of suspense and intrigue.
- 10/18/2023
- by News
- TV Regular
On Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at 9:00 Pm, NBC presents an exciting episode of “Magnum P.I.” titled “Night Has a Thousand Eyes.”
In this episode, Magnum and his trusty friend Rick are on a mission to locate a crucial witness who holds the key to proving the innocence of a man accused of a serious crime. Their race against time adds an element of suspense to the story as they navigate the challenges of their investigation.
Meanwhile, Tc, who has recently been discharged from the Va, focuses on repairing his relationship with Mahina. This subplot adds a touch of personal drama and emotion to the episode.
“Magnum P.I.” continues to deliver thrilling adventures and engaging characters. Viewers can anticipate an action-packed and emotionally resonant episode this Wednesday night on NBC. Don’t miss the suspense and drama as Magnum and his team work to uncover the truth.
Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm...
In this episode, Magnum and his trusty friend Rick are on a mission to locate a crucial witness who holds the key to proving the innocence of a man accused of a serious crime. Their race against time adds an element of suspense to the story as they navigate the challenges of their investigation.
Meanwhile, Tc, who has recently been discharged from the Va, focuses on repairing his relationship with Mahina. This subplot adds a touch of personal drama and emotion to the episode.
“Magnum P.I.” continues to deliver thrilling adventures and engaging characters. Viewers can anticipate an action-packed and emotionally resonant episode this Wednesday night on NBC. Don’t miss the suspense and drama as Magnum and his team work to uncover the truth.
Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm...
- 10/18/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Let’s shout our approval of this foursome of vintage noirs, all of which have been scarce since Eddie Muller was old enough to rob candy stores. Three Paramounts and one Universal give us four notable directors and a gallery of attractive stars, including a swoon-worthy array of actresses: Marta Toren, Loretta Young, Susan Hayward, Gail Russell, Frances Farmer and Marina Berti. The selection includes one of the key ‘just prior to the official style’ titles, a thriller with supernatural overtones, a ‘woman in jeopardy’ story and a gangster tale reportedly inspired by Lucky Luciano.
Kino Noir Times Four
Blu-ray
Among the Living, Night Has a Thousand Eyes, The Accused, Deported
Kl Studio Classics
1941-1950 / B&W / 1:37 Academy / Street Date November 16, 2021 / available through Kino Lorber / Separate Purchases / 24.95 each
Starring: Albert Dekker, Susan Hayward; Edward G. Robinson, Gail Russell; Loretta Young, Robert Cummings, Wendell Corey; Jeff Chandler, Marta Toren.
Directed by Stuart Heisler,...
Kino Noir Times Four
Blu-ray
Among the Living, Night Has a Thousand Eyes, The Accused, Deported
Kl Studio Classics
1941-1950 / B&W / 1:37 Academy / Street Date November 16, 2021 / available through Kino Lorber / Separate Purchases / 24.95 each
Starring: Albert Dekker, Susan Hayward; Edward G. Robinson, Gail Russell; Loretta Young, Robert Cummings, Wendell Corey; Jeff Chandler, Marta Toren.
Directed by Stuart Heisler,...
- 11/27/2021
- by Glenn Erickson
- Trailers from Hell
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“A Mentalist Mystery”
By Raymond Benson
Anything that originated from the mind of celebrated mystery novelist, Cornell Woolrich, is worth one’s perusal, and the 1948 film adaptation of the author’s 1945 work, Night Has a Thousand Eyes, mostly measures up.
Directed with confidence and style by John Farrow, Night is a film noir that ticks a lot of boxes that define that Hollywood cinematic movement of the late 1940s and early 50s. There’s a cynical and disturbed protagonist who is haunted by the past, cinematography (by John F. Seitz) that highly contrasts light and shadows, voiceover narration, flashbacks, and, of course, crimes. It’s short (81 minutes) and it’s intriguing. The picture’s faults might be that it can be overly melodramatic at times, and there are a couple of weak casting choices that prevent Night from being a classic. It’s good enough,...
“A Mentalist Mystery”
By Raymond Benson
Anything that originated from the mind of celebrated mystery novelist, Cornell Woolrich, is worth one’s perusal, and the 1948 film adaptation of the author’s 1945 work, Night Has a Thousand Eyes, mostly measures up.
Directed with confidence and style by John Farrow, Night is a film noir that ticks a lot of boxes that define that Hollywood cinematic movement of the late 1940s and early 50s. There’s a cynical and disturbed protagonist who is haunted by the past, cinematography (by John F. Seitz) that highly contrasts light and shadows, voiceover narration, flashbacks, and, of course, crimes. It’s short (81 minutes) and it’s intriguing. The picture’s faults might be that it can be overly melodramatic at times, and there are a couple of weak casting choices that prevent Night from being a classic. It’s good enough,...
- 11/13/2021
- by nospam@example.com (Cinema Retro)
- Cinemaretro.com
A dark desert highway isn’t just something in an Eagles song — it’s what some Angelenos will be taking to Palm Springs this weekend to experience the particular shade of nightfall that is film noir. The Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival is resuming at the Palm Springs Cultural Center after a pandemic-mandated time-out last year, offering a slate of a dozen familiar or obscure picks over the course of one concentrated weekend, some of them unspooling in rare 35mm prints.
Alan K. Rode, a familiar presence to L.A. repertory filmgoers, not to mention noir fans around the country, is returning as producer and host, joined as a presenter by cohort Eddie Muller, the host of TCM’s “Noir Alley.” TCM is signing onto the Palm Springs event as a presenting sponsor for the first time.
Films range from one of the quintessential noirs, “The Big Sleep,” on the...
Alan K. Rode, a familiar presence to L.A. repertory filmgoers, not to mention noir fans around the country, is returning as producer and host, joined as a presenter by cohort Eddie Muller, the host of TCM’s “Noir Alley.” TCM is signing onto the Palm Springs event as a presenting sponsor for the first time.
Films range from one of the quintessential noirs, “The Big Sleep,” on the...
- 10/19/2021
- by Chris Willman
- Variety Film + TV
Edgar Wright and Quentin Tarantino are longtime friends, and this friendship ended up playing a role in the titling of Wright’s new psychological thriller, “Last Night in Soho.” It turns out the title was Tarantino’s doing, as Wright recently admitted to Total Film magazine.
“In ‘Death Proof,’ Quentin uses a Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick & Tich song, ‘Hold Tight’,” Wright said. “I was talking to him about that song, and that band, and he said, ‘Have you ever heard “Last Night in Soho?”’ He played it for me, and he goes, ‘This is the best title music for a film that’s never been made.’”
The original title for “Last Night in Soho” was “Red Light Area,” but Wright scrapped it once he discovered there was already a Cillian Murphy-starring movie with the title “Red Lights.” Wright’s next title idea was “The Night Has a Thousand Eyes,...
“In ‘Death Proof,’ Quentin uses a Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick & Tich song, ‘Hold Tight’,” Wright said. “I was talking to him about that song, and that band, and he said, ‘Have you ever heard “Last Night in Soho?”’ He played it for me, and he goes, ‘This is the best title music for a film that’s never been made.’”
The original title for “Last Night in Soho” was “Red Light Area,” but Wright scrapped it once he discovered there was already a Cillian Murphy-starring movie with the title “Red Lights.” Wright’s next title idea was “The Night Has a Thousand Eyes,...
- 9/14/2021
- by Zack Sharf
- Indiewire
Bobby Vee, one of the original teen idols of 1960s pop music, died Monday after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was 73.
Vee, a native of Fargo, North Dakota, launched his career in the late ’50s, and got his big break thanks to one of rock and roll’s most notorious accidents. His first group, The Shadows, was tapped as a replacement in Fargo a plane crash laid the original acts â€. Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper â€.low. Within months, they’d released a single, “Suzie Baby.” (An early incarnation of the Shadows featured...
Vee, a native of Fargo, North Dakota, launched his career in the late ’50s, and got his big break thanks to one of rock and roll’s most notorious accidents. His first group, The Shadows, was tapped as a replacement in Fargo a plane crash laid the original acts â€. Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper â€.low. Within months, they’d released a single, “Suzie Baby.” (An early incarnation of the Shadows featured...
- 10/24/2016
- by alexheigl
- PEOPLE.com
By Tim Greaves
(The following reviews pertain to the UK Region 2 releases)
When I'm in the right mood I adore bit of film noir. I admire the diversity of its storytelling, I love every facet, from the hardboiled private eyes, duplicitous dames and characters that seldom turn out to be what they first appear, to the alleyways bathed in inky shadows, ramshackle apartments and half-lit street corners they inhabit. How can you not get drawn in by the sheer delight of Edward G Robinson playing a second rate psychic trying to convince the authorities he can see the future in The Night Has a Thousand Eyes? Or amnesiac John Hodiak on a mission to discover his own identity, in the process getting embroiled in a 3-year-old murder case and the search for a missing $2 million in Somewhere in the Night? Yes, indeed, there's nothing quite like a hearty serving of...
(The following reviews pertain to the UK Region 2 releases)
When I'm in the right mood I adore bit of film noir. I admire the diversity of its storytelling, I love every facet, from the hardboiled private eyes, duplicitous dames and characters that seldom turn out to be what they first appear, to the alleyways bathed in inky shadows, ramshackle apartments and half-lit street corners they inhabit. How can you not get drawn in by the sheer delight of Edward G Robinson playing a second rate psychic trying to convince the authorities he can see the future in The Night Has a Thousand Eyes? Or amnesiac John Hodiak on a mission to discover his own identity, in the process getting embroiled in a 3-year-old murder case and the search for a missing $2 million in Somewhere in the Night? Yes, indeed, there's nothing quite like a hearty serving of...
- 7/10/2016
- by nospam@example.com (Cinema Retro)
- Cinemaretro.com
By John M. Whalen
Cornell Woolrich is a writer whose work was much loved and cherished by fans of film noir. The Internet Movie Database lists 102 credits for him for both film and TV shows—titles including “Rear Window,” “The Bride Wore Black,” “The Night Has a Thousand Eyes,” “Black Angel,” “Fear in the Night,” and “Phantom Lady,” He didn’t write any screenplays that I know of. The films and TV shows were all adapted from a prolific output of stories written under his Woolrich and William Irish pseudonyms, and under his real name, George Hopley.
While Raymond Chandler, Dashiell Hammett, and James M. Cain make up the Big Three in noir fiction, Woolrich carved out a special niche for himself. Chandler, and Hammett wrote about tough guy heroes who usually overcame the web of evil they encountered. Cain’s heroes weren’t always so lucky, but at least...
Cornell Woolrich is a writer whose work was much loved and cherished by fans of film noir. The Internet Movie Database lists 102 credits for him for both film and TV shows—titles including “Rear Window,” “The Bride Wore Black,” “The Night Has a Thousand Eyes,” “Black Angel,” “Fear in the Night,” and “Phantom Lady,” He didn’t write any screenplays that I know of. The films and TV shows were all adapted from a prolific output of stories written under his Woolrich and William Irish pseudonyms, and under his real name, George Hopley.
While Raymond Chandler, Dashiell Hammett, and James M. Cain make up the Big Three in noir fiction, Woolrich carved out a special niche for himself. Chandler, and Hammett wrote about tough guy heroes who usually overcame the web of evil they encountered. Cain’s heroes weren’t always so lucky, but at least...
- 5/13/2016
- by nospam@example.com (Cinema Retro)
- Cinemaretro.com
There was a definite sadness on Sunday, the third day of Noir City Austin, as I made my way to the seat at Alamo Drafthouse Ritz that I had occupied all weekend. The film festival was coming to a close and my trip to Noir City was almost over. The crowd had shrunk, but those who remained were hungrier than ever for more Cornell Woolrich adaptations.
Night Has a Thousand Eyes
The first selection of the day featured another standout performance by Edward G. Robinson, an actor I always tend to typecast, yet am continuously surprised by his strong range and characterizations. In Night Has a Thousand Eyes (1948), Robinson plays John Triton, a phony psychic who one day realizes he has developed actual powers. As his ability to predict accidents and deaths grows stronger, his newfound gift becomes a curse, which starts to eat away at him.
I'm always intrigued...
Night Has a Thousand Eyes
The first selection of the day featured another standout performance by Edward G. Robinson, an actor I always tend to typecast, yet am continuously surprised by his strong range and characterizations. In Night Has a Thousand Eyes (1948), Robinson plays John Triton, a phony psychic who one day realizes he has developed actual powers. As his ability to predict accidents and deaths grows stronger, his newfound gift becomes a curse, which starts to eat away at him.
I'm always intrigued...
- 5/13/2015
- by Frank Calvillo
- Slackerwood
It's Klaus versus everyone else in this week's episode of Vampire Diaries spin-off, The Originals...
This review contains spoilers.
2.19 When The Levee Breaks
There's a reason shows don't ordinarily choose to focus on a protagonist whose main character trait is to be unchanging. Putting a character like Klaus at the centre of The Originals can easily force the show into a corner as frustrating and stubborn as its protagonist – it's the trouble with attempting character development with a group of ancient, unyielding immortals facing up to the same issues again and again.
That's why I usually prefer it when The Originals uses outside forces as antagonists, rather than members of the core Mikaelson family, but when those outside forces affect the dynamics of that family, it's the perfect balance of everything the show has to offer. Dahlia's threat to Hope and Klaus' distrust of Freya is what was promised way...
This review contains spoilers.
2.19 When The Levee Breaks
There's a reason shows don't ordinarily choose to focus on a protagonist whose main character trait is to be unchanging. Putting a character like Klaus at the centre of The Originals can easily force the show into a corner as frustrating and stubborn as its protagonist – it's the trouble with attempting character development with a group of ancient, unyielding immortals facing up to the same issues again and again.
That's why I usually prefer it when The Originals uses outside forces as antagonists, rather than members of the core Mikaelson family, but when those outside forces affect the dynamics of that family, it's the perfect balance of everything the show has to offer. Dahlia's threat to Hope and Klaus' distrust of Freya is what was promised way...
- 4/22/2015
- by louisamellor
- Den of Geek
New Orleans' multiple factions are readying themselves for war once again in Vampire Diaries' spin-off, The Originals...
This review contains spoilers.
2.18 Night Has A Thousand Eyes
The second season of The Originals has featured one big difference to the first in that, for probably the first time ever, Klaus has something he cares about that’s under threat. Yes, we’ve seen him be periodically loyal to his family (especially Rebekah and Elijah) and attracted to Caroline Forbes on some sort of emotional level, but having a child has completely changed the game for him.
He’s got protecting himself down to a fine art, his paranoia ensuring that anything that could be a threat now or in the future is eliminated as quickly as possible, but protecting someone else – especially someone as seemingly helpless as a baby – is entirely different.
We’ve seen all year that he’s struggled...
This review contains spoilers.
2.18 Night Has A Thousand Eyes
The second season of The Originals has featured one big difference to the first in that, for probably the first time ever, Klaus has something he cares about that’s under threat. Yes, we’ve seen him be periodically loyal to his family (especially Rebekah and Elijah) and attracted to Caroline Forbes on some sort of emotional level, but having a child has completely changed the game for him.
He’s got protecting himself down to a fine art, his paranoia ensuring that anything that could be a threat now or in the future is eliminated as quickly as possible, but protecting someone else – especially someone as seemingly helpless as a baby – is entirely different.
We’ve seen all year that he’s struggled...
- 4/15/2015
- by louisamellor
- Den of Geek
The Originals, Season 2, Episode 18, “Night Has a Thousand Eyes”
Written by Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson
Directed by Jesse Warn
Airs Mondays at 8pm (Et) on The CW
On this week’s The Originals, Dahlia finally shows her face, Hayley and Jackson attempt to escape with Hope, Elijah makes a deal with Josephine, and Klaus teams up with Mikael and Davina.
After several long weeks of hemming and hawing, The Originals finally makes good on their promise of Dahlia’s arrival, and she absolutely does not disappoint. “Night Has a Thousand Eyes” is the best episode the show has offered in a while, as The Originals finally feels like it has some genuine momentum going forward.
With so much build-up to her arrival, Dahlia had a lot of pressure riding on her introduction to modern-day New Orleans; luckily, actress Claudia Black delivers a powerhouse performance. Black is threatening and impressive...
Written by Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson
Directed by Jesse Warn
Airs Mondays at 8pm (Et) on The CW
On this week’s The Originals, Dahlia finally shows her face, Hayley and Jackson attempt to escape with Hope, Elijah makes a deal with Josephine, and Klaus teams up with Mikael and Davina.
After several long weeks of hemming and hawing, The Originals finally makes good on their promise of Dahlia’s arrival, and she absolutely does not disappoint. “Night Has a Thousand Eyes” is the best episode the show has offered in a while, as The Originals finally feels like it has some genuine momentum going forward.
With so much build-up to her arrival, Dahlia had a lot of pressure riding on her introduction to modern-day New Orleans; luckily, actress Claudia Black delivers a powerhouse performance. Black is threatening and impressive...
- 4/14/2015
- by Ashley Laggan
- SoundOnSight
In this episode of The Originals, "Night Has a Thousand Eyes," Aiden's allegiance to Jackson grows shakier. Freya is reunited with her aunt. And Klaus chooses an unlikely ally to help him defeat Dahlia (Claudia Black).
We've been waiting with baited breath for the arrival of the infamous Dahlia, and at long last, she has arrived. Like some other Mikaelsons we know, she's big on showmanship, so she doesn't just show up on the doorstep of the Mikaelson fortress with a bundt cake, but she makes her presence known in other ways. She uses proxies, or any poor sap in the Quarter, to watch her enemies from afar.
We've been waiting with baited breath for the arrival of the infamous Dahlia, and at long last, she has arrived. Like some other Mikaelsons we know, she's big on showmanship, so she doesn't just show up on the doorstep of the Mikaelson fortress with a bundt cake, but she makes her presence known in other ways. She uses proxies, or any poor sap in the Quarter, to watch her enemies from afar.
- 4/13/2015
- by editor@buddytv.com
- buddytv.com
While Klaus gets all the glory for being the most brutal of all “The Originals,” his brother Elijah can certainly hold his own when it comes to getting his way. Will he be forced to do battle with witch leader… Continue Reading →
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- 4/11/2015
- by Debi Moore
- DreadCentral.com
Just five episodes are left in Season 2 of “The Originals,” and up next is the sure-to-be action-packed Episode 2.18, “Night Has a Thousand Eyes,” in which this season’s slow to arrive big bad, Dahlia, finally hits town. A new… Continue Reading →
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- 4/9/2015
- by Debi Moore
- DreadCentral.com
Last night, CW released the new promo/spoiler clip (below) for their upcoming "The Originals," episode 18 of season 2, and it gives us new looks at some extremely intense and intriguing stuff as we finally get a look at evil Dahlia arriving to piss Klaus off. Klaus definitely retaliates, and more! The episode is titled, "Night Has a Thousand Eyes" In the new, 18th episode official plotline: "Desperate to find a way to vanquish Dahlia, Klaus will soon find himself face-to-face with another deadly threat - Mikael. In the meantime, as Hayley and Rebekah work with Freya to track Dahlia's whereabouts, Elijah and Marcel are going to prepare a safe house in Algiers with the help of Josephine. Elsewhere, determined to protect Hayley and baby Hope, Jackson will approach Hayley with a risky idea that leaves her conflicted. Finally, Aiden is going to find himself torn between his loyalty to Jackson...
- 4/7/2015
- by Andre Braddox
- OnTheFlix
Recently, CW released the new,official synopsis/spoilers for their upcoming "The Originals," episode 18 of season 2. The episode is entitled, "Night Has a Thousand Eyes," and it turns out that we're going to see some very interesting and intense action as Mikael arrives back in the mix to give Klaus a lot of trouble. Evil Dahlia finally shows up, and more! In the new, 18th episode press release: Dahlia Arrives To New Orleans. Press release number 2: Desperate to find a way to vanquish Dahlia (guest star Claudia Black), Klaus (Joseph Morgan) is going to soon find himself face-to-face with another deadly threat - Mikael (guest star Sebastian Roché). In the meantime, as Hayley (Phoebe Tonkin) and Rebekah (guest star Maisie Richardson-Sellers) work with Freya (guest star Riley Voelkel) to track Dahlia's whereabouts, Elijah (Daniel Gillies) and Marcel (Charles Michael Davis) will prepare a safe house in Algiers with the...
- 4/6/2015
- by Chris
- OnTheFlix
What happened in Vegas? American Idol revealed its top 40 contestants. It was a tough night as the 70 remaining singers were asked to perform tunes from the '50s or '60s in groups. "It isn't just about the vigorous vocal rehearsals," Ryan Seacrest said. Contestants had to put together a "complete performance package," including choreography and costumes before taking the stage in front of the judges. Some sailed through as a group, like youngsters David Leathers, Jr., Jeremy Rosado, Ariel Sprague and Gabi Carrubba, who sang "Rocking Robin" in a "job well done," according to Randy Jackson. Adam Brock, Erika Van Pelt,...
- 2/17/2012
- by Aaron Parsley
- PEOPLE.com
Last night, we saw American Idol hopefuls sing in groups and by themselves and then learn their respective fates in those garish, chairless rooms.
Over the next two hours, the 69 remaining contestants will travel to Las Vegas to perform on the Viva Elvis stage in their last bid to make it to the Top 40. What happens in Vegas tonight isn't staying in Vegas. Some contestants will return to La while some will be going home.
Ryan's voiceover promises that tonight will be full of drama and surprises. I mean, it is Vegas after all, and anything can happen.
Prior to leaving La, contestants formed groups of 3 to 4 for their Vegas performances and were assigned a song from the 50s or 60s. Upon arriving in Las Vegas, they immediately got to work rehearsing with one of the American Idol vocal coaches. All contestants will face the possibility of elimination immediately upon the end of their performance.
Over the next two hours, the 69 remaining contestants will travel to Las Vegas to perform on the Viva Elvis stage in their last bid to make it to the Top 40. What happens in Vegas tonight isn't staying in Vegas. Some contestants will return to La while some will be going home.
Ryan's voiceover promises that tonight will be full of drama and surprises. I mean, it is Vegas after all, and anything can happen.
Prior to leaving La, contestants formed groups of 3 to 4 for their Vegas performances and were assigned a song from the 50s or 60s. Upon arriving in Las Vegas, they immediately got to work rehearsing with one of the American Idol vocal coaches. All contestants will face the possibility of elimination immediately upon the end of their performance.
- 2/17/2012
- by miranda.wicker@gmail.com (Miranda W.)
- TVfanatic
As Hollywood Week drags on for what seems like its fifth week, the "American Idol" hopefuls are put through another group performance. Except they get more time and professional-looking costumes and lighting, so it's not quite as fun as the crazy Group Night.
We kick things off on the bus that hauls the Idols to Las Vegas, for reasons kind of passing understanding. Why move venues? Why not keep them in the same building they've been living in for all of Hollywood Week and just completely Stockholm Syndrome them?
The judges tell the 70 kids left that they are going to sing music from the 1950s1960s, which will definitely prepare them for on the live shows when they get criticized for being current or not knowing who they are as an artist. *eye roll*
Now, I'm criticizing music from this era. I love the 50s/60s. Love. But ... c'mon. We all know how "Idol" is.
We kick things off on the bus that hauls the Idols to Las Vegas, for reasons kind of passing understanding. Why move venues? Why not keep them in the same building they've been living in for all of Hollywood Week and just completely Stockholm Syndrome them?
The judges tell the 70 kids left that they are going to sing music from the 1950s1960s, which will definitely prepare them for on the live shows when they get criticized for being current or not knowing who they are as an artist. *eye roll*
Now, I'm criticizing music from this era. I love the 50s/60s. Love. But ... c'mon. We all know how "Idol" is.
- 2/17/2012
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Fox
With 70 contestants still standing, “American Idol” kicked it old school in Las Vegas with songs from the 50s and 60s. Singers performed in groups of three and four and each team was styled and costumed for the first time. And unlike pretty much every episode so far this season, nobody fainted, fell off the stage, or got rushed to the hospital. But there was drama, and there were, of course tears.
That’s because what happens in Vegas doesn’t stay…...
With 70 contestants still standing, “American Idol” kicked it old school in Las Vegas with songs from the 50s and 60s. Singers performed in groups of three and four and each team was styled and costumed for the first time. And unlike pretty much every episode so far this season, nobody fainted, fell off the stage, or got rushed to the hospital. But there was drama, and there were, of course tears.
That’s because what happens in Vegas doesn’t stay…...
- 2/17/2012
- by Stephanie Krikorian
- Speakeasy/Wall Street Journal
Margaret Field, best remembered for the 1951 sci-fier The Man From Planet X, died at her Malibu home on Sunday, Nov. 6, the day her daughter Sally Field turned 65. Margaret Field, who had been diagnosed with cancer six years ago, was 89. Directed by cult B-movie director Edgar G. Ulmer, The Man From Planet X turned out to be the highlight of Field's film career. The story revolves around a mysterious journalist (Robert Clarke) who may or may not be an alien with ties to a spaceship that has landed near an observatory on a remote Scottish island. Most of Field's previous movie appearances had been uncredited bit parts, chiefly in Paramount productions such as The Perils of Pauline, Night Has a Thousand Eyes, and Samson and Delilah. Her parts got bigger following The Man from Planet X, but they remained subpar roles in mostly B movies. Among those were Philip Ford's...
- 11/8/2011
- by Andre Soares
- Alt Film Guide
Above: Publicity still from John Parker's Dementia (1955).
Rep houses in San Francisco, like those in most American cities, are struggling to stay open. But for something like thirty nights a year, the clouds lift and big crowds materialize for films of the past: call it the noir exception. To be sure, one needn’t actually attend the Film Noir Foundation’s annual Noir City festival at the Castro or Elliot Lavine’s grittier programs at the Roxie to know that the generic fantasy of film noir (style, sex and violence washed together) still holds powerful allure. You could hardly miss the bus stop advert for Rockstar Games’ latest blockbuster, L.A. Noire, outside the Roxie during Lavine’s latest marathon, “I Wake Up Dreaming: The Legendary and the Lost”. For those of us still invested in the non-interactive cinema experience, however, the popularity of these series is a remarkable if curious thing.
Rep houses in San Francisco, like those in most American cities, are struggling to stay open. But for something like thirty nights a year, the clouds lift and big crowds materialize for films of the past: call it the noir exception. To be sure, one needn’t actually attend the Film Noir Foundation’s annual Noir City festival at the Castro or Elliot Lavine’s grittier programs at the Roxie to know that the generic fantasy of film noir (style, sex and violence washed together) still holds powerful allure. You could hardly miss the bus stop advert for Rockstar Games’ latest blockbuster, L.A. Noire, outside the Roxie during Lavine’s latest marathon, “I Wake Up Dreaming: The Legendary and the Lost”. For those of us still invested in the non-interactive cinema experience, however, the popularity of these series is a remarkable if curious thing.
- 6/13/2011
- MUBI
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