Category Archives: Film
Gumshoe Tuesday: Nancy Drew
Sure the Hardy Boys are cute, but Nancy Drew was clever enough to solve mysteries all by herself. In fact, she was one of the first female detectives to make it to the small screen, long before Veronica Mars or
Gumshoe Tuesday: Nancy Drew
Sure the Hardy Boys are cute, but Nancy Drew was clever enough to solve mysteries all by herself. In fact, she was one of the first female detectives to make it to the small screen, long before Veronica Mars or
Friday Noir: The Mysterious Mr. Valentine
I’ve always been a sucker for a mad scientist, and The Mysterious Mr. Valentine is no exception. A tale of manipulation, murder, and a classic frame-up, this 1946 noir film delivers the goods.
Friday Noir: The Mysterious Mr. Valentine
I’ve always been a sucker for a mad scientist, and The Mysterious Mr. Valentine is no exception. A tale of manipulation, murder, and a classic frame-up, this 1946 noir film delivers the goods.
Best Crime Ever
Running through the Louvre. Because you can. Only Godard could make noir so lighthearted and fun.
Best Crime Ever
Running through the Louvre. Because you can. Only Godard could make noir so lighthearted and fun.
Gumshoe Tuesday: Midsomer Murders
There are several reasons to like the long-running ITV detective show Midsomer Murders. First, the detectives always stop off at the pub to have a beer and talk about the case. Second, the show’s format provides for a complete recap
Gumshoe Tuesday: Midsomer Murders
There are several reasons to like the long-running ITV detective show Midsomer Murders. First, the detectives always stop off at the pub to have a beer and talk about the case. Second, the show’s format provides for a complete recap
Friday Noir: The Strange Love of Marth Ivers
As Valentine’s Day approaches, I thought it might be nice to get into a little noir with a heavy side of romance. The Strange Love Of Martha Ivers stars the lovely and talented Barbara Stanwyck, a young Kirk Douglas, and Walter O’Neil.
Friday Noir: The Strange Love of Marth Ivers
As Valentine’s Day approaches, I thought it might be nice to get into a little noir with a heavy side of romance. The Strange Love Of Martha Ivers stars the lovely and talented Barbara Stanwyck, a young Kirk Douglas, and Walter O’Neil.
Gumshoe Tuesday: Sherlock Holmes
Sherlock Holmes is a classic detective, perhaps even the archetypal detective. While the modern BBC Sherlock Holmes production is great fun to watch–excellent production value, fast paced and modern–there’s something wonderful about watching old-school Sherlock Holmes. He’s observant and clever,
Gumshoe Tuesday: Sherlock Holmes
Sherlock Holmes is a classic detective, perhaps even the archetypal detective. While the modern BBC Sherlock Holmes production is great fun to watch–excellent production value, fast paced and modern–there’s something wonderful about watching old-school Sherlock Holmes. He’s observant and clever,
