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Tipping My Fedora

Sergio Angelini
Film Noir
Alfred Hitchcock
The Maltese Falcon
Sherlock Holmes
Basic Instinct
Sam Spade
Blade Runner
John Wick
Chase A Crooked Shadow
The Whistler
High and Low
Spellbound
Notorious
Who Framed Roger Rabbit
David Shire
Mr. Arkadin
Ennio Morricone
Hammer Films
Ross Macdonald
Casino Royale (1954 TV Adaptation)

The podcast devoted to crime, mystery and all things Noir

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As part of the celebrations for Fedora's 50th episode, special guest Nick Cardillo returns to conclude the exploration of his top 10 Sherlock Holmes movies. In part one we looked at The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1939), The Scarlet Claw (1944), T... more

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To celebrate Fedora's 50th episode, our special guest is Nick Cardillo, author of several Sherlock Holmes pastiches in print and on audio. He joins me to pick his favourite movies featuring the most beloved, and most filmed, "consulting detective." T... more

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Recent Guests

David Hughes
Journalist, author, owner of boutique Blu-ray label
self-described; author of The Unmaking of Hudson Hawk
Episode: 52. HUDSON HAWK (1991), with David Hughes
Nick Cardillo
Sherlock Holmes authority and author of pastiches
Episode: 50. Top 10 Sherlock Holmes Movies (part 1), with Nick Cardillo
Steve Hunt
Host of the Boxing Movie Podcast
Boxing Movie Podcast
Episode: 47. THE BIRD WITH THE CRYSTAL PLUMAGE (1970) with Steve Hunt
Steve Rogers
Head of Archive & Product Development at Hammer Films
Hammer Films / John Gore Studios
Episode: 46. MANTRAP (1953) with Steve Rogers of Hammer Films
Mike Ripley
Author, critic, historian, and archaeologist
Astara (discussion of publishing work); Severn House (publisher)
Episode: 45. BURIED ABOVE GROUND, with author Mike Ripley
James Chapman
Professor of Film
University of Leicester
Episode: 44. CASINO ROYALE (1954), with Professor James Chapman
Moira Redmond
Journalist in politics and features, author of Clothes in Books blog
iNewspaper, Clothes in Books blog
Episode: 43. The novels of Ross Macdonald, with Moira Redmond
Mark Dillon
award-winning Toronto-based journalist, former editor of Playback, Beach Boys author, co-host of Surf's Up
Freelance journalist/Writer
Episode: 41. THE MALTESE FALCON, with Mark Dillon
Ayesha Khan
Host of Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever, asterisk
Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever, asterisk
Episode: 40. BLADE RUNNER (1982), with Ayesha Khan

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Sergio Angelini
Host of the show and producer; active in publishing and cross-title projects; relaunching into genre-focused discussions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Bloody brilliant

    Never boring. Never dull. Always informative & always entertaining… my kind of podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leytonrocks
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great new podcast on all things noir

    Just a few episodes in and the discourse is very enganging with interesting movie choices within the broader “noir” spectrum. Give it a try!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @cesargonz
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent introduction to noir

    Informative while being informal. Included some classics as well as some lesser known titles.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Films, music, books etc.
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Engaging noir discussions with strong scholarly and industry insights.
High-quality, informative, and entertaining for noir fans.
Solid introductions to classic and lesser-known noir titles; approachable yet deep.

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52. HUDSON HAWK (1991), with David Hughes
Q: What is your definition of film noir?
Hughes frames noir as an elusive, often black-and-white visual mood with pervasive shadows and crime elements, recognizable more by feel and atmosphere than a strict checklist.
50. Top 10 Sherlock Holmes Movies (part 1), with Nick Cardillo
Q: What makes The Scarlet Claw stand out in Nick's view?
Nick highlights The Scarlet Claw as a mid-series peak with strong direction, location work, and gothic atmosphere, noting it as a standout in the Universal cycle because of its mood, visuals, and a well-constructed whodunit that builds upon Hound of the Baskervilles' themes while delivering its own thriller intensity.
50. Top 10 Sherlock Holmes Movies (part 1), with Nick Cardillo
Q: How does the Watson portrayal evolve across the films discussed here?
They discuss variations from Nigel Bruce's Watson as a bumbling yet endearing foil to Peter Cushing's more stalwart and serious Watson, noting that the balance between Holmes and Watson shifts depending on the production and director, but Watson generally remains a key partner and audience surrogate.
50. Top 10 Sherlock Holmes Movies (part 1), with Nick Cardillo
Q: What was Nick's approach to selecting the top four canonical Holmes films for this part?
Nick explains the list is structured chronologically to provide a clear progression and to examine how each film situates Holmes within different cinematic eras and genres, from traditional canonical adaptations to Gothic horror and exploitation-inflected takes.
49. REAR WINDOW (1954), with Brad Friedman
Q: How would you summarize the film to someone who has never seen it?
Jeffrey's wheelchair-bound perspective makes him an observer of life across the courtyard, and his suspicion of a neighbor turns into a community-wide moral test as he, with Lisa's support, pieces together evidence to uncover a possible murder.

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This show consistently centers noir, crime, and film history, exploring how literature, cinema, and radio interact to shape public perception of the noir spectrum. Episodes oscillate between deep dives into classic and modern crime fiction, discussions of iconic films and directors, and thoughtful looks at publishing, restoration, and adaptation. A notable strength is bringing together scholars, journalists, editors, and genre fans to unpack genre conventions, lineage, and influence across media. Listeners can expect lively debates, informed context, and recommendations that illuminate both well-known titles and lesser-known gems, making it a strong pick for fans of retro and contemporary noir alike.

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4. Steve Rogers
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6. James Chapman
7. Moira Redmond
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