Double Indemnity” is a classic film noir directed by Billy Wilder, revolving around an insurance salesman who plots a murder to collect the double indemnity insurance payout.
M Summary
A German thriller film directed by Fritz Lang, ‘M’ follows the pursuit of a child murderer by both the police and the criminal underworld.
Noir Explained
‘Noir’ is a genre of art and culture characterized by its dark and mysterious atmosphere, often associated with crime, detective stories, and film.
The Maltese Falcon Summary
A hard-boiled detective gets entangled in a web of deceit and murder while searching for a valuable statuette.
The Third Man Summary
‘The Third Man’ is a classic film noir directed by Carol Reed, exploring the dark underbelly of post-war Vienna through the eyes of an American writer.
Night Film Summary
A journalist investigates the mysterious death of a reclusive horror film director’s daughter, uncovering a web of secrets and dark forces.
Ace in the Hole Summary
‘Ace in the Hole’ is a 1951 film directed by Billy Wilder about a cynical journalist who exploits a trapped man’s misfortune for personal gain.
Rififi Summary
Rififi” is a French crime film directed by Jules Dassin, known for its intense heist sequence and exploration of the criminal underworld.
Le Samouraï Summary
Le Samouraï” is a French crime film directed by Jean-Pierre Melville, following a professional hitman who becomes a target after a meticulously planned assassination.
L.A. Confidential Summary
L.A. Confidential” is a gripping neo-noir crime film that explores corruption and scandal in 1950s Los Angeles.
Touch of Evil Summary
A corrupt police officer investigates a murder in a Mexican border town, revealing the dark underbelly of power and corruption.
The Maltese Falcon Summary
A private detective gets caught in a web of deceit and murder while searching for a valuable statuette.