Shadows of Noir
The Shadows of Noir® podcast is a show dedicated to all things film noir. Join Dan and Marc as they dissect individual movies from film noir's classic era, as well as the overarching topics that run throughout film noir. The influences, historical context, common elements, and lasting impact are all explored. As well as the various people who were involved with film noir. From the directors and cinematographers, to the actors, to the writers, and much more.
If you have always enjoyed movies, and you are interested in film noir, we hope you join for new episodes and visit us online at shadowsofnoir.com
Shadows of Noir
29 - Film Noir & Horror with Clay McCormack
For a special Halloween episode, Marc and Dan welcome back Clay McCormack, a cohost of the Rotten Horror Picture Show podcast, to discuss the intersection of film noir and horror. The conversation dives into the visual and thematic connections between the two areas, specifically tracing their roots back to German Expressionism. They also highlight the influence of historical events on cinematic styles and the crossover of talent between horror and noir films. The episode also touches on the evolution of horror and noir, the role of budget constraints in creative filmmaking, and the enduring appeal of these films. Happy Halloween!