Category Archives: 1950s Films
My Review of ‘Walk Softly, Stranger” (1950)
Hi. Today I am reviewing Walk Softly Stranger from 1950. I saw this on TCM Noir Alley and I have to go along with Eddie Mueller’s assessment that it has one of the worst endings ever. But having said that, … Continue reading
Review of ‘Death of a Cyclist’ (1955)
One of the great advantages of watching Noir Alley on Turner Classic Movies is that it offers a look at movies I never knew existed. This movie is also one of those rare birds: a Spanish film noir. (In Spanish, … Continue reading
My Review of ‘Hit and Run’ (1957)
WARNING: This review contains more than a few SPOILERS! ๐ Okay, despite the fact that so much of this movie resembles the plot of The Postman Always Rings Twice, there are some very clear differences. A showgirl (Julie played by … Continue reading
‘These Girls Are Fools’ (1950) (A Short Film)
Hi there! ๐ We’re back! This week’s special feature is a short film. Short is good. Short is fun. But, mostly, short is short. ๐ On that note, here’s These Girls Are Fools from 1950. And a lesson for us … Continue reading
Choreography in ‘Singin’ in the Rain’ (1952)
Given that this film is a musical and a Gene Kelly musical, at that, and its profusion of classic song-and-dance sequences (but, you know the one Iโm thinking about), thereโs a bit less information online about the creative inspiration or … Continue reading
Part Four of ‘Jail Bait’ (1954)
Are you ready for the final part of Jail Bait? I hope so, because here it is! ๐ Support the blog and all its content here on Patreon!
Part Three of ‘Jail Bait’ (1954)
Hello! It’s that time again. Time for another part of the Ed Wood film noir, Jail Bait! Part Three, coming right up! Become a patron of this mess the arts by supporting us on Patreon!
Part Two of ‘Jail Bait’ (1954)
Hello! Back with another part of this interesting little movie. So, let’s watch Part Two of Jail Bait! Enjoying the shows? Consider my Patreon page.
My Review of ‘Hell Drivers’ (1957)
This movie is unique in a number of ways. For one thing, itโs a British film noir. According to Ben Mankiewicz on TCM, it marked the beginning of British New Wave cinema. The tone of the film is unquestionably gritty. … Continue reading
Part One of ‘Jail Bait’ (1954)
It is with great trepidation pleasure that I present to you another film by B-movie screwball innovator director, chief cook and bottle washer Ed Wood! And, so, without further ado, here’s Part One of Jail Bait! PS: If you’re with … Continue reading →