S1·E7 Film Noir
Synopsis
These cynical and pessimistic films from the 1930s and '40s touched a nerve in Americans. Historians link the genre's overriding paranoia to Cold War-related angst over the nuclear threat and the Hollywood blacklist. In addition, a cinematographer demonstrates the creation of noir lighting, which gave films their peculiar look and emphasized the themes of corruption and urban decay.
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When did Season 1 Episode 7 of American Cinema air?
Season 1, Episode 7 ('Film Noir') originally aired on July 19, 1995.
How long is Season 1 Episode 7 ('Film Noir')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.
What happens in American Cinema Season 1 Episode 7?
These cynical and pessimistic films from the 1930s and '40s touched a nerve in Americans. Historians link the genre's overriding paranoia to Cold War-related angst over the nuclear threat and the Hollywood blacklist. In addition, a cinematographer demonstrates the creation of noir lighting, which ga...
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