TagFilm Noir

Posted October 23, 20126 Comments 1980s

Angel Heart (1987)

For some reason I appear to be out of sync with the films I’ve picked for Halloween and it always pains me when I simply say “eh it was okay” … Continue Reading Angel Heart (1987)

Posted September 27, 20123 Comments 1930s

The TCM Top Twelve for October

W TCM in October is just behind Summer Under the Stars as my favorite time of year because of all the Halloween films they do! Classic horror is the theme … Continue Reading The TCM Top Twelve for October

Posted May 16, 201218 Comments 1950s

The Night of the Hunter (1955)

In my defense this review was written two days ago and my computer decided it didn’t want to look for pictures and kept crashing. Profuse apologies! The Night of the … Continue Reading The Night of the Hunter (1955)

Posted May 2, 201218 Comments 1930s

The TCM Top Twelve in May

Here’s that new segment I was talking about (having gone under some heavy revisions in 24 hours. I’m working on a banner for this and I’m open to suggestion. I … Continue Reading The TCM Top Twelve in May

Posted January 30, 201213 Comments 1940s

Out of the Past (1947)

I love watching The Essentials with Robert Osborne and Alec Baldwin on TCM, if you’re not watching it you’re not my friend! The thing I love is they give me … Continue Reading Out of the Past (1947)

Posted December 5, 20115 Comments 2000s

25 Days of Christmas: Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005)

So Marilyn will be taking a backseat this week as I get into the last week of school. I’m going to try to catch up during the weekend so everyone … Continue Reading 25 Days of Christmas: Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005)

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#104: Julie Garfield On Her Father, John Garfield February 24, 2021

Two years ago Kristen sat down to talk to Julie Garfield about her famous father, actor John Garfield. The interview is finally out in honor of Garfield's upcoming birthday and his Star of the Month tribute. Kristen and Julie talk HUAC, a possible John Garfield biopic, and Julie's own acting career. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more […]

#103: Lana Turner Centennial February 10, 2021

We're talking about not one but two features to celebrate the centennial of the ultimate glamour girl, Lana Turner. We deconstruct the Peyton Place (1957) and Imitation of Life (1959), as well as getting into the murky waters of the death of Johnny Stompanato. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more by becoming a Patron. Visit our Patreon page […]

#102: Donna Reed and From Here to Eternity (1953) January 27, 2021

We're celebrating actress Donna Reed's centennial with a look at her career, the nature of persona, and her Oscar-winning role in 1953's From Here to Eternity. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more by becoming a Patron. Visit our Patreon page.

#101: Top 3 New Discoveries of 2020 January 13, 2021

It's that time, wherein Kristen, Samantha, and Drea gather round to honor the new classic features they discovered in 2020. From the works of Paul Newman, to 1930s Edward G. Robinson comedies, the Ticklish Trio says goodbye to 2020 by saluting the classics that kept them sane. Listen to episodes early, receive gifts, and more by becoming a Patron. Visit […]

Wild About Newman December 30, 2020

Another Patreon pull for you this week as Kristen and special guests Lauren Humphries-Brooks and Diana Drumm get real about the looks, the charm, and the acting legacy of Paul Newman! If you'd like access to our bevy of bonus shows then consider supporting us via Patreon! We return with all-new episodes on January 13. Happy New Year!