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Kelli Marshall uncovers the gritty plots, seedy characters, and dangerous cities that make up American film noir, discussing classics like The Maltese Falcon and Double Indemnity. (In person/online)
Uncover the gritty plots, seedy characters, and dangerous cities—counting Chicago!—that make up American film noir.
Featuring major studio releases like The Maltese Falcon and Double Indemnity as well as B-movie fare like Detour, this program gives participants a solid overview of film noir: its French origins, cultural influences, genre problems, character types, and aesthetics.
Chicago film guide Kelli Marshall takes us on a tour of the genre.
Registration is required.
You may attend this program in person at the library, or may attend virtually/online.
To register, select either "Register to Attend Online" or "Register to Attend In Person." Online attendees MUST provide a valid e-mail address.
The Library is closed in observance of the holiday.
