Word: noires
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...brutal. Not violent, but unexpected—and perfectly representative of the rest of John Boorman’s (“Deliverance”) 1967 noir “Point Blank,” now out on DVD for the first time...
...great modern noir. See it to understand the Beastie Boys’ many, many references to Lee Marvin. See it in hope of being the next Soderbergh...
...James Garner and James Caan, but Bogie did it best in Howard Hawks' 1946 version of a novel whose plot was so labyrinthine, even Chandler couldn't say who killed the chauffeur. There's also Bogie's Baby, Lauren Bacall, as the distressing damsel, and a trunkload of noir atmospherics...
Raisa was later asked by reporters whether she was disappointed that Nancy Reagan did not come. In a reply that seemed as portentous as a line from a 1930s film noir, she said, "Maybe she had her reasons--obligations, or maybe she is not well." But just maybe Nancy Reagan knew she would be competing for attention with T shirts and teacups. --By Richard Stengel. Reported by Christopher Ogden and Alessandra Stanley/Reykjav...
...Aarde valley, this winery, tel: (27-28) 312 3515, is known for remarkable blends like its Hannibal label?a marriage of French and Italian fruit, in homage to the great general's march across the Alps. Winemaker Peter Finlayson has composed this wine with 43% Sangiovese, 23% Pinot Noir, 12% Nebbiolo, 11% Syrah, 6% Mourvedre and 5% Barbera grapes. The result is rich and complex, giving a concentrated, dark fruit nose, but a surprisingly gentle finish...