Tag: Marie Windsor
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The American Dream … According to Film Noir
The “American Dream,” the 1940s-’50s utopian ideal of family life, is the spark plug that sets many a film noir in motion. The term “American Dream” has come to mean an attractive family, an upscale suburban home, a two-car garage and a manicured lawn — trophies required of those who wish to be at one…
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Express Train to Hell: When Noir Goes Off the Rails
It’s safe to say that if you’re watching a black and white film with a handcuffed criminal being shuffled aboard a Pullman car, you just might be watching noir. Trains are not only the popular mode of transportation in noir, they’re often a stage where dramatic scenes play out. They’re a location where solo travelers…