Dark and Twisted Alleys: A Film Noir Podcast
Debbi Mack and F.R. JamesonCrime writers F.R. Jameson and Debbi Mack discuss film noir at its best and worst.Join us once a month for a lively discussion.
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 23 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmLeisureFilm History | |||
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Hi all! I have a special episode of Dark and Twisted Alleys for you today. As chance would have it, I received word through a publicist of a feature film made without spending a significant amount of money. That film is Contradiction, which was writt... more
In this episode, Debbi Mack and F.R. Jameson discuss the 1974 classic neo-noir film, Chinatown.
You can watch the video episode here.
And here’s the movie trailer!
Interesting editing on the trailer. 🙂
In this episode, Debbi Mack and F.R. Jameson discuss the film adaptation of Raymond Chandler’s novel The Long Goodbye released in 1973.
Here’s where you can watch the video episode!
So very 70s! 🙂
In this episode, Debbi Mack and F.R. Jameson discuss two of the more bizarre weird incredible peculiar adaptations of Raymond Chandler’s novels, The Brasher Doubloon (1947) and The Falcon Takes Over (1942).
Here’s where you can watch the video episo... more
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Listened to 3rd Man episode as it is a great film. Unfortunately these 2, especially Debbi Mack, seemed totally unprepared for a serious discussion. There is a lot of dead air where neither says anything, lots of giggling that gets annoying, and next to nothing of value nor insight regarding the film. Instead of doing a modicum of research & preparation they bumble along trying to remember things & focus on meaningless items. If you want a good discussion listen to Out Of The Past, an excel... more
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Apple Podcasts | #47 | United States/TV & Film/Film History |
Apple Podcasts | #198 |  United Kingdom/TV & Film/Film History |
Apple Podcasts | #237 |  Ireland/TV & Film/Film History |
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The show features two crime writers who dissect film noir, analyzing everything from plot complexity and character dynamics to pacing, themes, and the era's social context. Across episodes, they compare adaptations, highlight performances, and explore how directors and writers reinterpret noir icons for modern audiences, often pairing deep historical notes with sharp, opinionated critique. A standout aspect is the blend of literary insight with film analysis, offering a thoughtful, sometimes contrarian take that appeals to cinephiles, crime fiction readers, and industry-curious listeners alike.
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