Official Film Noir on Blu-ray Thread - Page 199 - Blu-ray Forum

mja345 · 05-07-2017, 06:07 PM

"Shield for Murder" is a really good film.

AlexHarvey · 05-07-2017, 09:05 PM

Speaking of Edmund O'Brien and "Shield for Murder", one of my favorite noirs starring O'Brien is "711 Ocean Drive" (1950). It's not available on Blu-ray but I have the DVD.

The following is from the back of the DVD:
O'Brien stars in this top-flight noir based on actual events. He plays a former telephone repairman who uses his knowledge to help his bookie expand his business to increased profits and rises to the top. But when syndicate head Otto Kruger wants to take over, things start to get dicey ---- and O'Brien's in too deep to call the cops. With gritty photography by Frank F. Planer, direction by Joseph M. Newman (This Island Earth), and a white-knuckle climax atop Boulder Dam, this is one of the finest crime thrillers of its era. The excellent cast also includes Joanne Dru (Red River) and such veteran tough guys as Barry Kelly, Donald Porter, Howard St. John and Robert Osterloh, plus a brief appearance by Cleo Moore.

javy · 05-09-2017, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Juels Winnfield

After watching the other night, I could honestly say that I was pleasantly surprised that I enjoyed the film. I am not a fan of musicals myself and it was not too full-blown to me. The plot and visuals, such as homages to older films, the posters on the wall mentioned above and a few noir-esque scenes, were enough for me to forget that I was watching a musical.

Just purchased La La Land off ebay based on your recommendation. I figured if Jules Winnfield says its cool then it's a safe play.

SeanJoyce · 05-09-2017, 06:25 PM

I asked this sometime back but it got lost in the shuffle. What is the best release of The Stranger? Not a GREAT movie but I dig the cat-and-mouse between Robinson and Welles. The only copy I have is a poverty public domain DVD.

Tried reading about the differences between all the releases and it made my head spin.

Any input here?

MassiveMovieBuff · 05-09-2017, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by javy

Just purchased La La Land off ebay based on your recommendation. I figured if Jules Winnfield says its cool then it's a safe play.

You shouldn't be disappointed. I loved it as well and I'm not a big musical person at all.

The Great Owl · 05-09-2017, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by SeanJoyce

I asked this sometime back but it got lost in the shuffle. What is the best release of The Stranger? Not a GREAT movie but I dig the cat-and-mouse between Robinson and Welles. The only copy I have is a poverty public domain DVD.

Tried reading about the differences between all the releases and it made my head spin.

Any input here?

The Kino release of The Stranger for the win.

SeanJoyce · 05-09-2017, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by The Great Owl

The Kino release of The Stranger for the win.

Digging into Beaver's exhaustive comparison, it appears that the Odeon version is struck from the same transfer used by Kino but edges it in the supplemental department. Hmmm

The Great Owl · 05-09-2017, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by SeanJoyce

Digging into Beaver's exhaustive comparison, it appears that the Odeon version is struck from the same transfer used by Kino but edges it in the supplemental department. Hmmm

Ahhh. I should have specified Kino for the win as far as Region A goes, because that's my limitation.

SeanJoyce · 05-09-2017, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by The Great Owl

Ahhh. I should have specified Kino for the win as far as Region A goes, because that's my limitation.

I suppose it's a moot point anyways, since the Odeon can't be shipped to the US.

Reddington · 05-10-2017, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by SeanJoyce

I suppose it's a moot point anyways, since the Odeon can't be shipped to the US.

It can, just not by the default seller if you link to Amazon UK via Beaver. Change the seller to Amazon and you can buy it. The price is higher, though.

I've been looking to pick up a copy myself, but at the very end of the Beaver review he "notes that many fans greatly prefer the MGM DVD" which is OOP. More to think about.

trentdiesel · 05-10-2017, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by The Great Owl

The Kino release of The Stranger for the win.

Great release, love the film and the cover art and packaging

Zen_Amako · 05-10-2017, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by javy

Does it include reversible artwork like The Big Heat?

The reverse art for Lady from Shanghai is the same art without the ratings logo. Experiment in Terror is the same. The quote on the back is different, however.

drb124 · 05-10-2017, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Zen_Amako

The reverse art for Lady from Shanghai is the same art without the ratings logo. Experiment in Terror is the same. The quote on the back is different, however.

I never would have noticed that about the quote. I don't mind the ratings logos too much, so I'll probably have to pick which side I use based on which quote I prefer.

javy · 05-10-2017, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Zen_Amako

The reverse art for Lady from Shanghai is the same art without the ratings logo. Experiment in Terror is the same. The quote on the back is different, however.

That cover is sweet enough anyways.

The Great Owl · 05-12-2017, 04:32 PM

Oh... My schedule has been so weird over the past couple of days that I forgot to post that I watched my Indicator Blu-ray of The Lady from Shanghai.

As far as I'm concerned, the Indicator Blu-ray is the definitive release of The Lady from Shanghai. The picture quality is stunning, the extras are spot-on (even the ones that were ported over), and the whole package is flawless.

Rita Hayworth is just gorgeous in this movie, and the camera adores her. I'm well aware of the fact that, before she emerged in the movie business, Hayworth looked nothing like she does onscreen, and that she had to deal with some rather horrid makeover hours over a stretch of years, but the illusion here is wondrous. This is Rita Hayworth at her lovely best.

The "House of Mirrors" shootout at the end is one of my favorite moments in cinema.

The Lady from Shanghai is far from a perfect movie, and the pacing hits a speedbump by way of a court hearing sequence, but it is still one of my favorite films noir, all things considered, and it has my highest recommendation.

javy · 05-13-2017, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by The Great Owl

Rita Hayworth is just gorgeous in this movie, and the camera adores her. I'm well aware of the fact that, before she emerged in the movie business, Hayworth looked nothing like she does onscreen, and that she had to deal with some rather horrid makeover hours over a stretch of years, but the illusion here is wondrous. This is Rita Hayworth at her lovely best.

For the longest time I didn't know she had red hair. I have nothing against red haired women but I prefer thinking of her as brunette, I always thought she was. She is definitely hotter as a brunette than a red head. Thank god for black and white cinematography.

Vlad Draculi · 05-13-2017, 05:27 AM

Is Pick-Up on South Street ever going to come out in the US? I really want to watch it again.

MifuneFan · 05-13-2017, 01:44 PM

Arrow have officially announced The Big Knife (1955). I brought this up a couple weeks ago, and most at the time seemed to claim it wasn't really a noir, but more of a melodrama. What's the verdict? Most sources seem to list it as one.

Se.Vero · 05-13-2017, 03:19 PM

i'm just back from watching "Pool Of London", and i can report that this is 110% a film noir,
not only from a cinematography style point of view (camera angles, lighting),
but also the story / plot is truly film noir ("this will not end well"

).

very much recommended, superb movie.

dougotte · 05-13-2017, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Vlad Draculi

Is Pick-Up on South Street ever going to come out in the US? I really want to watch it again.

I was thinking about this one the other day, and I think you intercepted my brain waves! I hope Criterion releases this one.

05-07-2017, 06:07 PM	#3961
mja345 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2015 4K collection:1166 Blu-ray collection:12352 DVD collection:266	"Shield for Murder" is a really good film.

05-07-2017, 09:05 PM	#3962
AlexHarvey Member Member since:Jan 2014 Location:Canada	Speaking of Edmund O'Brien and "Shield for Murder", one of my favorite noirs starring O'Brien is "711 Ocean Drive" (1950). It's not available on Blu-ray but I have the DVD. The following is from the back of the DVD: O'Brien stars in this top-flight noir based on actual events. He plays a former telephone repairman who uses his knowledge to help his bookie expand his business to increased profits and rises to the top. But when syndicate head Otto Kruger wants to take over, things start to get dicey ---- and O'Brien's in too deep to call the cops. With gritty photography by Frank F. Planer, direction by Joseph M. Newman (This Island Earth), and a white-knuckle climax atop Boulder Dam, this is one of the finest crime thrillers of its era. The excellent cast also includes Joanne Dru (Red River) and such veteran tough guys as Barry Kelly, Donald Porter, Howard St. John and Robert Osterloh, plus a brief appearance by Cleo Moore.

05-09-2017, 06:25 PM	#3964
SeanJoyce Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Nov 2014	I asked this sometime back but it got lost in the shuffle. What is the best release of The Stranger? Not a GREAT movie but I dig the cat-and-mouse between Robinson and Welles. The only copy I have is a poverty public domain DVD. Tried reading about the differences between all the releases and it made my head spin. Any input here?

05-12-2017, 04:32 PM	#3975
The Great Owl Blu-ray Archduke Member since:Dec 2012 Location:Georgia 4K collection:924 Blu-ray collection:6033 DVD collection:28 Blu-ray reviews: 255 Trading Score:6	Oh... My schedule has been so weird over the past couple of days that I forgot to post that I watched my Indicator Blu-ray of The Lady from Shanghai. As far as I'm concerned, the Indicator Blu-ray is the definitive release of The Lady from Shanghai. The picture quality is stunning, the extras are spot-on (even the ones that were ported over), and the whole package is flawless. Rita Hayworth is just gorgeous in this movie, and the camera adores her. I'm well aware of the fact that, before she emerged in the movie business, Hayworth looked nothing like she does onscreen, and that she had to deal with some rather horrid makeover hours over a stretch of years, but the illusion here is wondrous. This is Rita Hayworth at her lovely best. The "House of Mirrors" shootout at the end is one of my favorite moments in cinema. The Lady from Shanghai is far from a perfect movie, and the pacing hits a speedbump by way of a court hearing sequence, but it is still one of my favorite films noir, all things considered, and it has my highest recommendation.

05-13-2017, 05:27 AM	#3977
Vlad Draculi Banned Member since:Jul 2014 Blu-ray collection:567 Trading Score:2	Is Pick-Up on South Street ever going to come out in the US? I really want to watch it again.

05-13-2017, 01:44 PM	#3978
MifuneFan Blu-ray Emperor Top contributor Member since:Mar 2012 Location:New York City 4K collection:28 Blu-ray collection:1145 Trading Score:69	Arrow have officially announced The Big Knife (1955). I brought this up a couple weeks ago, and most at the time seemed to claim it wasn't really a noir, but more of a melodrama. What's the verdict? Most sources seem to list it as one.

05-13-2017, 03:19 PM	#3979
Se.Vero Special Member Top contributor Member since:May 2013 Location:Vienna 4K collection:823 Blu-ray collection:19828 DVD collection:4500	i'm just back from watching "Pool Of London", and i can report that this is 110% a film noir, not only from a cinematography style point of view (camera angles, lighting), but also the story / plot is truly film noir ("this will not end well" ). very much recommended, superb movie.

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