I agree. People say that actresses like Scarlett Johansson and who-knows-what-she's-famous-for Kim Kardashian are attractive, but I don't see it. I guess when filming and taking pictures was more difficult and expensive you took the time to make everything timelessly good-looking. Now we can take 2160p videos with a pocket-sized device, so it's mostly lowest common denomination trend following bullshit.
Charisma, Humphrey Bogart was born with it. He acquired more toughness over years of acting. No money in the world could buy that type of attraction. Style was Bogie's precious gift. Worldwide movie fans noticed his talent. The American Film Institute crowned him number one. His professionalism was unquestionable. However, "Chacun a son gout." He was unique. Two native New Yorkers soulmates, perfect acting together, great companionship: Bogie and Bacall. They knew how to catch our attention in a big way. College students in the US admired Them.
I'm really loving the style of this series Razör. Don't get me wrong, I love your off the cuff rants and reviews but its nice to see your break away from that every once in a while for these more refined and polished video essays. God speed.
"That any of your business?" "I could make it my business" "Well I could make your business my business." "Ah, you don't want that, the pays too small." jesus.
This movie is convoluted but yet GREAT!!! I remember the first time I saw this movie 30 years ago this scene had me ROFL...the actor playing with bogie here was excellent ...in fact, he was good in everything Ive seen him in. He then tells bogie "let's have some law"... Then B gives him a smart reply. Great scene from a great movie Also, another funny scene is when B tells bacall how one of the henchmen would pistol whip him for mumbling after having his teeth knocked out. They don't make them like this now...the last time I saw anything close was "LA Confidential".
I love it when Razor has be polite and controlled. His fury as fun as it thunderous, but the Noirchives highlight his writing talent. This video contains the most understated insult towards Blade Runner 2049 he has ever offered, which fits perfectly point he's making at that exact moment. Leave things for the audience to piece together for themselves to get the true feel of the genre the Film Noirchives is trying to pin down.
One of the best film noir ever! What I like about this masterpiece is the atmosphere : dark and paranoic, full of suspicion, dread, and intrigue.. Just so fucking good
Nothing makes a good morning like a warm mug of tea, a good book, and Razor delivering a passionate, informative video on a timeless genre. Keep it up, Razor!
Big Howard Hawks fan here I loved The Big Sleep and To Have And Have Not. It's interesting how both Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall had chemistry on and off camera, and where a couple in real life. I also love Raymond Chandler's book too as well as Chandler's other stuff too. Classic Americana right here.
Damn good dialogue! This is writing. I need to find these classics. I'm old to have had these movies in my grandparents generation. The actors directors atmosphere are known but only in bits & pieces. The legends of yesteryear as it were. But seeing the clips makes me love the material. Already a fan of some of the classic radio shows that were forbearer to these celluloid silver screen classics. Too few people know how to write or act for that matter. Not allowed to I expect! Thanks for your work Razor!
I have been watching this film for many years - I had it on VHS back in the day - and I have read the book a few time, but this review has opened my eyes to a few things. I need to watch it yet again.
another great write up on one of the best films of its genre. No one makes these like this, that's why they can stand the test of time. Being Bogart and Bacall doesn't hurt either. You do a great job with these, keep it up.
Humphrey Bogart is the MAN! If I had one celebrity I honestly try to emulate, it’s Bogart. And, while confusing at parts, “The Big Sleep” is awesome with great dialogue. And that scene with the younger sister has always been a favorite. Along with the book shop scene too. I had no idea though that the younger sister’s part was cut down so she didn’t distract from Bacall!
This was the second movie we ever recorded on our first VCR when I was a kid. It led to me reading every Chandler/Hammett novel, and gave me my love of Noir, Jazz, and sultry brunettes.
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Superb stuff, please keep this series going. I saw The Big Sleep a few years ago and loved the witty underhanded dialogue and the overall darkness, but was bemused at certain plot and character discrepancies. Your outline here puts all that into context. I'd love to see all those missing scenes with the younger actress who was chopped to prevent the upstaging of Bacall.
Keep these coming Razor. Love this series, and it is even nice to see that commercials are playing before the video! It is almost like even UA-cam's blacklist likes this series.
The wabbit himself a man has smooth has the whiskey he drinks and packs an even harder punch on screen, Humphrey Bogart I own two of your films in my personal DVD collection and I still can't get enough of you! this film had such good looking women I dare say get me a time machine cuz that librarian needs an assistant and I need to study the female anatomy, WHAT A WOMAN! 😍😍😍😍😍
Possibly my favourite film of that era when it comes to snappy dialogue. And Dorothy (keep the glasses on, please) Malone just destroyed my puberty one lazy Sunday afternoon when I first watched this film in the late 80's. She was the introduction to my adoration of the oldschool "dames". I wonder what happened to this class of women in film (and off camera) who were headstrong, smart, tough, witty, sexy, independent... Oh, yeah... modern Feminists destroyed them for having the audacity to think and act for themselves. :(
Professor Fist, another great installment in the Film Noirchives. Thanks for taking the time to put this excellent series together. Godspeed to you good sir.
As a teenager I was obsessed with Lauren Bacall and the way she was dressed in this movie. I even bought a similar houndstooth skirt suit, I was 14 years old and looked ridiculous in it with my baby face and small build. But I was so fascinated with her, she was the epitome of style and sophistication in my eyes. Always wondered how she could have so much class and matureness at such a young age, she was barely 20 when The Big Sleep was filmed.
Loved all the historical context, including the dish-y stuff which adds another dimension. This noir has always been one of my favorites just for the writing; how many films can boast having William Faulkner on the payroll, for crying out loud. I don't think I've ever quite fully understood the plot though; it's just too damn labyrinthine. Watching the pre-release version helped a bit, and this video helped some more, so maybe I should give it another go.
Lauren Bacall was an amazing actress that has no equal. She was amazing, talented, beautiful. I wish they could make films with this level of plot, drama and suspense. But with the industry being in the level of stupidity that it’s in right now, movies like this will stay forever in the past.
I literally just finished watching this film, and enjoyed it immensely. Enjoyed your take on it very much. Now I'm off to work my way through both the Bogart and film noire catalogues, since modern films are so disappointing.
I am continually impressed by the quality of your production, lad. It is plain to see that you are driven to improve with every episode you publish, and I find that a rare, and very much welcome thing. Keep on doing you, buddy-You're going places!
A wonderful analysis of this staple of film noir, I'm particularly fascinated by your take on Max Steiner's score and the audio design. Stellar work Razor!
Easily my favorite film noir. The dialogue in this movie absolutely scorches anything produced today, Bogart and Bacall are absolute perfection starring opposite one another, and while the story's certainly convoluted, It never fails to keep me interested. Philip Marlowe is easily my favorite noir protagonist because of this movie and purely because of Bogie's performance.
Home run review Razor, my favorite movie of all time. Saw it for the first time my senior year of high school and was blown away with how attractive every woman was in this movie. For those who haven't seen this! The writing is top notch, and well delivered. A definite treat to watch.
Love the variety of content you have now. Your UA-cam page really is a, "channel." I can't think of anyone who covers as much ground across all media. #RazorTube
I'm an abject Philistine beyond all hope of redemption if "The Big Sleep" isn't the best movie ever. If I could have only one movie to watch on a deserted island I'd pick "The Big Sleep. The dialogue is magical. The chemistry is pitch perfect. This movie is so good it makes me stand on my toes with excitement at points. He'll kick my teeth in and punch me in the gut for mumbling.
Bogart in film noir is the quintessential example of rising above the source material. The quality parts he captures perfectly, and the cheesy parts he rectifies. No Chandler nor Hammett story reads half as well as Bogart delivers them. Evidenced by The Blue Dahlia, cringing dialogue meant to be snappy, with only Howard Da Silva talented enough to make any of it work.
I remember buying this on DVD as a teen. I always thought I was an idiot because I couldn't completely follow the plot. Apparently there are too many holes and plot threads that lead no where. Still an amazing film though
I saw the 1978 Michael Winner film with Robert Mitchum in a theatre. It made PERFECT sense to me. Soon after, I read the novel. DITTO. Then I saw the Howard Hawks film with Bogart. COULDN'T make heads or tails of it! (I always find that hilarious.) It took about 6 TIMES watching before I was finally able to make sense of it. These days, I love BOTH films for entirely different reasons, and often watch them back-to-back. Of course, being a writer myself, I far prefer the version that MAKES SENSE. One of these day I plan to get the DVD that has the unreleased version of the Bogart film. That oughta be fun to compare. Oh yeah... I never liked Bacall. If I was Marlowe, when the case was over, I'd have gone back to that book store. Dorothy Malone-- WOW.
Thanks for the recommendation razor just recently watched this movie! It was stacked with beautiful women from start to finish but all I wanted was another encounter with Dorothy Malone. Magnificent and scene stealing indeed!
The version I found is called the "Pre-Release Version" Here's a comparison of the two; www.movie-censorship.com/report.php?ID=1360265 The one I downloaded has both versions in it, so which one should I watch first? Hopefully my Plex server doesn't get confused with both in the library.
Flat lighting, flat set-ups, some a-typical elements (contrary to popular belief, less than a dozen Film Noir involve either a Crime Boss or a Private Detective - the former is much more common in Crime films). Couple that with all the tough-guy talk and the bland sets? It all evokes a feeling of a Crime film like the original Scarface, more than a Film Noir. Not enough Expressionist or Poetic Realist influence. Film Noir isn't about Cops and Robbers. It's about desperate, doomed people. D.O.A., Detour, Act of Violence. People trapped and hopeless to escape. None of which describes Sam Spade. This Gun for Hire dropped less than a year after The Maltese Falcon, and feels more like a Noir in every way.
Just wondering to myself this morning when the next installment of the Noirchives would be up. And a Chandler adaptation at that? God-fucking-speed, Razor. Just what the doctor ordered.
Although movie has too complicated plot and leave viewer much confused, I can`t stand loving it. For me it is all-time best criminal ever made. Masterpiece.
Lauren Bacall later played a fantastically obnoxious Mrs. Hubbard alongside other big film and stage actors and actresses in hands down the best adaptation of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express.
Damn was listening to this whole thing and making my lunch l didnt know what channel was playing but l did recognize the Rant of the RazorFist right away
It was said that Hawks had problems with filming certain scenes of the Big Sleep; when you mentioned the Hays office, now I understand why. Despite this, it's still a great movie.
9:50 Narrater says: Supposing Mars kills Regan on Mars' orders is unbelievable. But in the book and film it is _Carmen_ whom is discovered to have killed Regan, in a fit, because he would not be seduced. She almost kills Marlow for the same reason. That's how he figures it out. And, she never remembers. (Regan dies in the sump where he has taken Carman to show her how to shoot, and there he stays.. it doesn't mater where you take your "big sleep")
Great movie but I can't help but dream of an alternate cut, one that splices together the final reels and the lost footage, clarifying the plot and expanding on secondary characters.
Just saw this and didn't realize it was Razor until about five minutes in. Thought the voice sounded very familiar. What a great fuckin' video, it makes me wanna watch the film and read the novel again.
Once again u knock it out of the park Razorfist :) If I may be so bold to ask, have u seen DOA (Dead on Arrival)? I think it's a stunning example that serves as the template for the "race against time" genre. Solid acting, great action, mystery, suspenseful thrills and a satisfying conclusion.
I could agree that some, not all, 1946 audiences might be a bit oblivious to Geiger's relationship with Carol Lundgren. But it should seem supremely obvious to anyone looking at the film with a modern noir-ish eye, what is going on there. Same as with Wilmer in The Maltese Falcon.
Gotta say the actresses of this era were ridiculously attractive. It probably has something to do with the monochrome and lighting, but mother of God!
I agree, plus the acting was better...
I agree. People say that actresses like Scarlett Johansson and who-knows-what-she's-famous-for Kim Kardashian are attractive, but I don't see it. I guess when filming and taking pictures was more difficult and expensive you took the time to make everything timelessly good-looking. Now we can take 2160p videos with a pocket-sized device, so it's mostly lowest common denomination trend following bullshit.
And feminine hairstyles.. that helps.
Ian Phoenix don't touch lauren bacall, unless you want Bogart after you
Oh Veronica Lake was a smokeshow.
Lauren Bacall was that perfect combination of model looks, smoldering gaze, and a voice smokier than a guttering forest fire in fall.
Charisma, Humphrey Bogart was born with it. He acquired more toughness over years of acting. No money in the world could buy that type of attraction. Style was Bogie's precious gift. Worldwide movie fans noticed his talent. The American Film Institute crowned him number one. His professionalism was unquestionable. However, "Chacun a son gout." He was unique. Two native New Yorkers soulmates, perfect acting together, great companionship: Bogie and Bacall. They knew how to catch our attention in a big way. College students in the US admired Them.
I'm really loving the style of this series Razör. Don't get me wrong, I love your off the cuff rants and reviews but its nice to see your break away from that every once in a while for these more refined and polished video essays. God speed.
Thanks! Glad you're digging it.
"That any of your business?"
"I could make it my business"
"Well I could make your business my business."
"Ah, you don't want that, the pays too small."
jesus.
This movie is convoluted but yet GREAT!!!
I remember the first time I saw this movie 30 years ago this scene had me ROFL...the actor playing with bogie here was excellent ...in fact, he was good in everything Ive seen him in.
He then tells bogie "let's have some law"... Then B gives him a smart reply.
Great scene from a great movie
Also, another funny scene is when B tells bacall how one of the henchmen would pistol whip him for mumbling after having his teeth knocked out.
They don't make them like this now...the last time I saw anything close was
"LA Confidential".
The bookshop scene with Dorothy Malone was great.
She was smoking up the whole scene with that hot bookworm look of hers at the book store. She's gorgeous.
Yeah if they ever gave out Academy awards for just one scene in a movie , She would have won it that year
I love it when Razor has be polite and controlled. His fury as fun as it thunderous, but the Noirchives highlight his writing talent.
This video contains the most understated insult towards Blade Runner 2049 he has ever offered, which fits perfectly point he's making at that exact moment. Leave things for the audience to piece together for themselves to get the true feel of the genre the Film Noirchives is trying to pin down.
One of the best film noir ever! What I like about this masterpiece is the atmosphere : dark and paranoic, full of suspicion, dread, and intrigue.. Just so fucking good
Back when flirting was an art form. And smoking was still cool.
Chedarmentos Brown as it should be
OsakaRose Sakura but the way she falls into his arms is so old fashioned and endearing.
EVERYONE seem to smoke very cool looking while at it..weird to see nowdays.
Smoking? Back when somehow FEDORAS were still cool!
And both men and women alike love the romance and atmosphere
absolutely loving this series Razor please continue!
Nothing makes a good morning like a warm mug of tea, a good book, and Razor delivering a passionate, informative video on a timeless genre. Keep it up, Razor!
Lauren Bacall was class from head to toe.
Big Howard Hawks fan here I loved The Big Sleep and To Have And Have Not. It's interesting how both Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall had chemistry on and off camera, and where a couple in real life. I also love Raymond Chandler's book too as well as Chandler's other stuff too. Classic Americana right here.
I agree with you
*Sees a new Film Noirchives, turns out the lights, cracks the Venetian blinds.*
Love this comment!
Damn good dialogue! This is writing. I need to find these classics. I'm old to have had these movies in my grandparents generation. The actors directors atmosphere are known but only in bits & pieces. The legends of yesteryear as it were. But seeing the clips makes me love the material. Already a fan of some of the classic radio shows that were forbearer to these celluloid silver screen classics. Too few people know how to write or act for that matter. Not allowed to I expect! Thanks for your work Razor!
I will tell you what's missing from Hollyweird:
MEN.
I admit, I'm more of a Rita Hayworth guy myself. But Baccall is absolutely stunning in this film.
I have been watching this film for many years - I had it on VHS back in the day - and I have read the book a few time, but this review has opened my eyes to a few things. I need to watch it yet again.
This series is the some of the best work you've ever done, Razor. Great stuff.
another great write up on one of the best films of its genre. No one makes these like this, that's why they can stand the test of time. Being Bogart and Bacall doesn't hurt either. You do a great job with these, keep it up.
Humphrey Bogart is the MAN! If I had one celebrity I honestly try to emulate, it’s Bogart. And, while confusing at parts, “The Big Sleep” is awesome with great dialogue. And that scene with the younger sister has always been a favorite. Along with the book shop scene too. I had no idea though that the younger sister’s part was cut down so she didn’t distract from Bacall!
This is my favorite Noir, bar none.
Also I'm a big Howard Hawks fan, so this hits that button too.
Enjoyed it man, rock on.
Martha was such a scene stealer. Out shined even Bacall.
Watching classic films in HDR with true motion is something amazing.
This was the second movie we ever recorded on our first VCR when I was a kid. It led to me reading every Chandler/Hammett novel, and gave me my love of Noir, Jazz, and sultry brunettes.
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One of my favorite movies of all time. So glad to hear you cover it.
Superb stuff, please keep this series going. I saw The Big Sleep a few years ago and loved the witty underhanded dialogue and the overall darkness, but was bemused at certain plot and character discrepancies. Your outline here puts all that into context. I'd love to see all those missing scenes with the younger actress who was chopped to prevent the upstaging of Bacall.
If you read the book it really does help out a ton! Totally worth it
Keep these coming Razor. Love this series, and it is even nice to see that commercials are playing before the video! It is almost like even UA-cam's blacklist likes this series.
You know who could be an awesome noir leading man, Ray Stevenson that guy has the perfect look for it.
This guy needs more subscribers.
The wabbit himself a man has smooth has the whiskey he drinks and packs an even harder punch on screen, Humphrey Bogart I own two of your films in my personal DVD collection and I still can't get enough of you! this film had such good looking women I dare say get me a time machine cuz that librarian needs an assistant and I need to study the female anatomy, WHAT A WOMAN! 😍😍😍😍😍
Possibly my favourite film of that era when it comes to snappy dialogue. And Dorothy (keep the glasses on, please) Malone just destroyed my puberty one lazy Sunday afternoon when I first watched this film in the late 80's. She was the introduction to my adoration of the oldschool "dames". I wonder what happened to this class of women in film (and off camera) who were headstrong, smart, tough, witty, sexy, independent... Oh, yeah... modern Feminists destroyed them for having the audacity to think and act for themselves. :(
Professor Fist, another great installment in the Film Noirchives.
Thanks for taking the time to put this excellent series together. Godspeed to you good sir.
As a teenager I was obsessed with Lauren Bacall and the way she was dressed in this movie.
I even bought a similar houndstooth skirt suit, I was 14 years old and looked ridiculous in it with my baby face and small build.
But I was so fascinated with her, she was the epitome of style and sophistication in my eyes.
Always wondered how she could have so much class and matureness at such a young age, she was barely 20 when The Big Sleep was filmed.
My favorite movie of all time
Outstanding!! I want more Noirarchives.
Ahhh! Just gotta love Bogie & Lauren!!
Loved all the historical context, including the dish-y stuff which adds another dimension. This noir has always been one of my favorites just for the writing; how many films can boast having William Faulkner on the payroll, for crying out loud. I don't think I've ever quite fully understood the plot though; it's just too damn labyrinthine. Watching the pre-release version helped a bit, and this video helped some more, so maybe I should give it another go.
Lauren Bacall was an amazing actress that has no equal. She was amazing, talented, beautiful. I wish they could make films with this level of plot, drama and suspense. But with the industry being in the level of stupidity that it’s in right now, movies like this will stay forever in the past.
You are so right !
I literally just finished watching this film, and enjoyed it immensely. Enjoyed your take on it very much. Now I'm off to work my way through both the Bogart and film noire catalogues, since modern films are so disappointing.
I am enjoying this videos a lot, Razorfist. Please keep them coming. You know a lot about the golden era of cinema.
Raymond Chandler forgot about Robert Mitchum. A real life tough guy, not just in the movies!
I'm very glad I found your channel, man. I knew only a handful of facts regarding this film and this video was a joy to watch.
Thank you! One of my favorites.
I am continually impressed by the quality of your production, lad. It is plain to see that you are driven to improve with every episode you publish, and I find that a rare, and very much welcome thing. Keep on doing you, buddy-You're going places!
My Favourite film noir. Great variety of content on your channel. Thanks.
This old boy was raised on Miami Vice (which has its own merits) but you sure are increasing my interest in the classics!
A wonderful analysis of this staple of film noir, I'm particularly fascinated by your take on Max Steiner's score and the audio design. Stellar work Razor!
Excellent stuff razor, really digging the series.
EXCELLENT CRITIQUE! | Your perceptive, pithy, and entertaining work persuades one to re-view "The Big Sleep" (1944).
Just saw this movie for the first time. Loved it. Just as good as the book. If a bit different.
Easily my favorite film noir. The dialogue in this movie absolutely scorches anything produced today, Bogart and Bacall are absolute perfection starring opposite one another, and while the story's certainly convoluted, It never fails to keep me interested. Philip Marlowe is easily my favorite noir protagonist because of this movie and purely because of Bogie's performance.
loved this commentary on one of my favorite film Noir's Watched "Out of the Past' today cant wait till you do that one!
Home run review Razor, my favorite movie of all time. Saw it for the first time my senior year of high school and was blown away with how attractive every woman was in this movie. For those who haven't seen this! The writing is top notch, and well delivered. A definite treat to watch.
Absolutely brilliant. Thanks for this, Razor.
Please make more videos from the genre. Great presentation and narration as always.
Love the variety of content you have now. Your UA-cam page really is a, "channel." I can't think of anyone who covers as much ground across all media. #RazorTube
I'm an abject Philistine beyond all hope of redemption if "The Big Sleep" isn't the best movie ever. If I could have only one movie to watch on a deserted island I'd pick "The Big Sleep. The dialogue is magical. The chemistry is pitch perfect. This movie is so good it makes me stand on my toes with excitement at points. He'll kick my teeth in and punch me in the gut for mumbling.
Bogart in film noir is the quintessential example of rising above the source material. The quality parts he captures perfectly, and the cheesy parts he rectifies. No Chandler nor Hammett story reads half as well as Bogart delivers them. Evidenced by The Blue Dahlia, cringing dialogue meant to be snappy, with only Howard Da Silva talented enough to make any of it work.
I remember buying this on DVD as a teen. I always thought I was an idiot because I couldn't completely follow the plot. Apparently there are too many holes and plot threads that lead no where. Still an amazing film though
I saw the 1978 Michael Winner film with Robert Mitchum in a theatre. It made PERFECT sense to me. Soon after, I read the novel. DITTO. Then I saw the Howard Hawks film with Bogart. COULDN'T make heads or tails of it! (I always find that hilarious.) It took about 6 TIMES watching before I was finally able to make sense of it. These days, I love BOTH films for entirely different reasons, and often watch them back-to-back. Of course, being a writer myself, I far prefer the version that MAKES SENSE.
One of these day I plan to get the DVD that has the unreleased version of the Bogart film. That oughta be fun to compare.
Oh yeah... I never liked Bacall. If I was Marlowe, when the case was over, I'd have gone back to that book store. Dorothy Malone-- WOW.
I remember reading years ago that the actors couldn't understand the plot either
Lol
Great movie
Love this series!
Excellent in depth Review of *THE BIG SLEEP*, Razor.
This most certainly is a *masterpiece* in 'Film Noir' !!
I love this movie!
This is wonderful thank you....
Thanks for the recommendation razor just recently watched this movie! It was stacked with beautiful women from start to finish but all I wanted was another encounter with Dorothy Malone. Magnificent and scene stealing indeed!
How much would you give for the cuts or deleted scenes to miraculously be found? Would you want to see them and re-edit it or leave as is?
Some of the cuts _were_ found. They were released as 'The Director's Cut' on VHS in 2000. Which was really just the 1945 version of the film.
The version I found is called the "Pre-Release Version" Here's a comparison of the two; www.movie-censorship.com/report.php?ID=1360265
The one I downloaded has both versions in it, so which one should I watch first? Hopefully my Plex server doesn't get confused with both in the library.
Let's be honest. We're all just really looking for Martha Vickers having an orgasm.
Could you explain why Maltese Falcon isn't a noir?I'm no expert on noir, so I was was wondering why you classified it as a crime film instead.
Flat lighting, flat set-ups, some a-typical elements (contrary to popular belief, less than a dozen Film Noir involve either a Crime Boss or a Private Detective - the former is much more common in Crime films). Couple that with all the tough-guy talk and the bland sets? It all evokes a feeling of a Crime film like the original Scarface, more than a Film Noir. Not enough Expressionist or Poetic Realist influence. Film Noir isn't about Cops and Robbers. It's about desperate, doomed people. D.O.A., Detour, Act of Violence. People trapped and hopeless to escape. None of which describes Sam Spade. This Gun for Hire dropped less than a year after The Maltese Falcon, and feels more like a Noir in every way.
@@TheRageaholic underrated
Lauren Bacall was beautiful to be sure, but Veronica Lake was hotter than Georgia asphalt .
K Mick Alabama asphalt even.
just imagine bogey and lake
Just wondering to myself this morning when the next installment of the Noirchives would be up. And a Chandler adaptation at that? God-fucking-speed, Razor. Just what the doctor ordered.
I wasn't aware there was a different cut of this film.
And where they can be seen?
Very well done as usual.
I like and still like The Big Sleep.. Bogart was Great with Bacall
Although movie has too complicated plot and leave viewer much confused, I can`t stand loving it. For me it is all-time best criminal ever made. Masterpiece.
Well, I found you through MJ, I stayed for the politics and now I got Film noir. Bravo, Razor. 👍
The Legend himself, BOGIE.....2nd greatest screen actor of all time (next to Marlon Brando)
Just finished the book. Love it even more than the movie.
Lauren Bacall later played a fantastically obnoxious Mrs. Hubbard alongside other big film and stage actors and actresses in hands down the best adaptation of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express.
Great video. Looking forward for Night and the City.
Leigh Brackett is a great author and I recommend that everyone check out her work, especially The Long Tomorrow.
The big sleep? isn't that what Hillary made Seth Rich do?
Stylin' and Racially Profilin' don't forget the cement shoes to the other guys.
i feel bad now, i laughed at that.
Damn was listening to this whole thing and making my lunch l didnt know what channel was playing but l did recognize the Rant of the RazorFist right away
Her eyes man, her awesome eyes!
Fantastic shit RF, I love this series and I can't wait for more.
It was said that Hawks had problems with filming certain scenes of the Big Sleep; when you mentioned the Hays office, now I understand why. Despite this, it's still a great movie.
My respect for Regis Toomey just increased ten-fold.
He was good in this!!!
Damn...wish we all can be as smooth as Bogard.
Great summary, have seen it many times and still don’t understand the plot 😂 but one of my favorite movies
9:50 Narrater says: Supposing Mars kills Regan on Mars' orders is unbelievable. But in the book and film it is _Carmen_ whom is discovered to have killed Regan, in a fit, because he would not be seduced. She almost kills Marlow for the same reason. That's how he figures it out. And, she never remembers.
(Regan dies in the sump where he has taken Carman to show her how to shoot, and there he stays.. it doesn't mater where you take your "big sleep")
Great movie but I can't help but dream of an alternate cut, one that splices together the final reels and the lost footage, clarifying the plot and expanding on secondary characters.
A great story, acted with aplomb and style.
Shit...why can't we have amazing movies like this any more
Lauren Bacall at her finest.
last time i was this early razor still used a facecam on his livestreams
Just saw this and didn't realize it was Razor until about five minutes in. Thought the voice sounded very familiar. What a great fuckin' video, it makes me wanna watch the film and read the novel again.
Once again u knock it out of the park Razorfist :) If I may be so bold to ask, have u seen DOA (Dead on Arrival)? I think it's a stunning example that serves as the template for the "race against time" genre. Solid acting, great action, mystery, suspenseful thrills and a satisfying conclusion.
I love the film noirchives series
Bogart looks so manly in this flick he could snap Noris in half and wear his beard as an oven mitt
Well done. Bravo!!
I could agree that some, not all, 1946 audiences might be a bit oblivious to Geiger's relationship with Carol Lundgren. But it should seem supremely obvious to anyone looking at the film with a modern noir-ish eye, what is going on there. Same as with Wilmer in The Maltese Falcon.
on a book of the history of film i read that dorothy malones character in the big sleep was a 1940s version of the easy lay.