Originally posted on Chicago FEEDBACK Film Festival:
‘A dancer who relies upon the doubtful comforts of human love can never be a great dancer’ The most enduring achievement of a uniquely creative filmmaking partnership remains a classic of British cinema. Inspired by the dark Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale, Powell and Pressburger crafted a beautiful…
Month: June 2020
15. Double Indemnity (1944) — 50 Great Films
Originally posted on Chicago FEEDBACK Film Festival:
‘How could I have known that murder can sometimes smell like honeysuckle?’ The film that established the reputation of a young Billy Wilder is a chilling insight into human weakness. Often considered the definitive ‘film noir,’ Wilder crafted an impressively daring and remorseless statement that paved the way…
