Cinema Sleuths
Luke Deckard and Matthew BoothTwo crime fiction authors, Dr Luke Deckard and Matthew Booth, investigate the movies and TV shows that shape pop culture! No case is too big or small for these cinematic sleuths!
Each week on Cinema Sleuths, your hosts interrogate the films and TV shows that define our culture. From blockbuster thrills to the nostalgic heart of TV classics, Luke and Matthew will re-evaluate the "untouchable" cla... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsTV & FilmFilm History | |||
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"A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... things weren't exactly as we remember them."
May the Fourth be with you! To celebrate, Cinema Sleuths is opening the case files on the trilogy that changed cinema. In Part 1 of our three-part investigati... more
Your cinematic sleuths are back! This week are joined by author, editor, and crime fiction buff Martin Edwards as we investigate 1987's NO WAY OUT! Starring Kevin Costner, Gene Hackman, Sean Young, and Will Patton. Based on the novel THE BIG CLOCK by... more
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Cinema Sleuths kicks off on May the fourth with a three-part series that dives into the original theatrical releases of STAR WARS and explores the retcons that made the franchise what it is today!
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Your cinematic sleuths are back at it! And this week we've got Sergio Angelini from Tipping My Fedora joining us!
THE CASE:
The 1945 Pre-release version of THE BIG SLEEP.
Starring: Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, and Martha Vickers.
Directed by H... more
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Apple Podcasts1Bo Chilla
United States2 months ago - 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 Podcasts4drbeatUnited 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.
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Apple Podcasts | #215 | United States/TV & Film/Film History |
Apple Podcasts | #74 | United Kingdom/TV & Film/Film History |
Apple Podcasts | #101 |  Canada/TV & Film/Film History |
Apple Podcasts | #76 | Australia/TV & Film/Film History |
Apple Podcasts | #16 |  United Arab Emirates/TV & Film/Film History |
Apple Podcasts | #20 |  Brazil/TV & Film/Film History |
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What is Cinema Sleuths about and what kind of topics does it cover?
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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2. Double Identity: A Shoddy Look into Film Noir
3. Tipping My Fedora
4. The Next Picture Show
5. Filmspotting
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Recent guests on Cinema Sleuths include:
1. Martin Edwards
2. Dr. Mark Jones
3. James Benmore
4. Julian De Baker
5. Sergio Angelini
6. Phil Dragash
7. Steve Hunt
8. Peter Guthridge
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