Mean Streets - The Film Noir Podcast
Luke Deckard and Matthew BoothThe unmissable FILM NOIR podcast by crime fiction authors Dr Luke Deckard and Matthew Booth. Join us every week as we deep dive into the best, worst and forgotten films of the genre, from The Big Sleep to John Wick and everything in between.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 94 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmFilm ReviewsFilm History | |||
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This week we're back with a special guest! Joining your cinematic Sleuths to investigate Bryan Singers The Usual Suspects is our pal Skye, one of the masterminds and voices behind FILM 89 podcast!
THE CASE:
THE USUAL SUSPECTS (1995)
Starring: Kevi... more
On this episode of Debriefed, Luke and Matt talk about various crime shows they've watched, including YOUNG SHERLOCK, CROSS, and the animated adaptation of WATCHMEN. Plus we offer our take on the LANTERNS trailer and more.
Make sure to follow your n... more
COMING MAY 2026!
Join Luke Deckard and Matthew Booth—hosts of Mean Streets: The Film Noir Podcast—as they expand their case load with an exciting new project: Cinema Sleuths.
Each week, we investigate the films and TV shows that define pop culture.... more
Your cinematic sleuths are back at it! This week's case is 1955's THE NIGHT OF THE HUNTER. Starring Robert Mitchum, Shelley Winters, Lillian Gish, Billy Chaplin, and Peter Graves. Based on the novel of the same name by Davis Grubb. Written by James A... more
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- Noir from the classic era and beyond
Refreshingly open minded approach to Noir that moves well beyond the classic era to the present day - this approach breathes fresh life into this iconic movie scene making it timeless and the eps a fascinating listen.
Apple Podcasts5Mark Eggins
Australiaa year ago - Off To A Good Start
Very pleased to find this podcast and to discover the premiere episode covers my favorite movie, The Big Sleep. As much as I would like to quibble with some of the drawbacks the hosts point out with the film, I really can't. They're all fair. I also like that the hosts have obviously read and reference the source novel which a lot of people don't and I think the comparisons they make between the book's strengths and weaknesses and the film's and where the two diverge are pretty spot on. I am not... more
Apple Podcasts4drbeat
United States2 years ago - Look no further Film Noir fans
An insightful and informative podcast on all things Film Noir. Messrs Deckard and Booth engage in easy introductions and deep dives into some of the best in genre. Grab your smokes and your bourbon of choice and wrap your ears around a winner. Learn what links The Big Sleep to a sci-fi classic, and pick up on the parallels between Who Framed Roger Rabbit and Chinatown. Recommended listening ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Apple Podcasts5PWJORDANAUTHOR
United Kingdom2 years ago - Great Noir cast
Fun podcast breaking down the depths of Noir.
Apple Podcasts5iawesome19United States2 years ago - What a debut!
I really enjoyed this episode. The Big Sleep is one of my favourite books/films. I've seen the movie more times than I care to admit, and I learned a few new things about this movie. The hosts give a thoughtful and measured take on this film noir classic, which kept me engaged throughout what was a fairly lengthy podcast. I’ll definitely be back for more.
Apple Podcasts5Henson's Right BootUnited Kingdom2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #122 | United States/TV & Film/Film History |
Apple Podcasts | #40 | United Kingdom/TV & Film/Film History |
Apple Podcasts | #236 |  Canada/TV & Film/Film History |
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Apple Podcasts | #83 |  Japan/TV & Film/Film History |
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A provocative show that treats film noir as a living field, blending rigorous genre analysis with cultural context. Episodes mix deep dives into classic noirs with explorations of related media, uncovering influences across literature, cinema, and television. Frequent discussions around iconic films, director choices, and performance dynamics create a portrait of noir as a perpetually evolving genre, appealing to cinephiles, students, and industry professionals seeking thoughtful critique and fresh perspectives.
Noteworthy angles include cross-media connections (e.g., comparisons to modern thrillers, sci-fi intersections, and TV noir-adjacent works) and a consistent emphasis on how form—script, score, production design, and performance—sha... more
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Recent guests on Mean Streets include:
1. Dr. Mark Jones
2. James Benmore
3. Julian De Baker
4. Sergio Angelini
5. Phil Dragash
6. Steve Hunt
7. Peter Guthridge
8. Mark Jones
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