Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival returns: What to know
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Fans of dark mysteries and even shadier characters are in luck. The annual Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival is set to return May 11 through 14 in Palm Springs.
The festival, founded in 2000 by the late mystery author Lyons, will include a mix of acclaimed and obscure black and white "B" movies from the 1940s and 1950s, as well as a few special appearances from some of the stars. All screenings will take place at the Palm Springs Cultural Center, located at 2300 E. Baristo Road.
Film noir, which translates to black film, is a genre that often featured crime dramas and thrillers, sleazy characters and dim lighting. Some of the most iconic film noirs from the classic era include "Sunset Blvd.," "Rebecca" and "The Third Man."
Grab your trench coat and your best femme fatale gown, here's what you need to know about the Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival.
Film and event lineup
The festival kicks off at 7 p.m. May 11 with a screening of Stanley Kubrick's "The Killing" from 1956, followed by a discussion with producer James B. Harris. In the film, crook Johnny Clay (played by Sterling Hayden) assembles a five-man team to plan and execute a daring racetrack robbery.
An opening night gala reception for special guests and pass holders will follow.
Other films and events include:
May 12
10 a.m.: "Dial 1119," directed by Gerald Mayer
Noon: Book signing in the Palm Springs Cultural Center theater lobby by Alan K. Rode ("Blood on the Moon").
1 p.m.: "Blood on the Moon," directed by Robert Wise
4 p.m.: "The Naked City," directed by Jules Dassin
7:30 p.m.: "This Gun For Hire," directed by Frank Tuttle; scheduled special guest actor and producer David Ladd
May 13
8 a.m.: A special early bird screening of a recently restored 35mm print of "The Devil Thumbs a Ride," directed by Felix Feist, presented by the Library of Congress and the Film Noir Foundation for pass holders only
10 a.m.: "Decoy," directed by Jack Bernhard
1 p.m.: "The Bigamist," directed by Ida Lupino
4 p.m.: "Appointment with Danger," directed by Lewis Allen
7:30 p.m.: "The Shanghai Gesture," directed by Josef Von Sternberg; scheduled guests include cinematographer and educator Nicholas Von Sternberg and songstress Victoria Mature
May 14
10 a.m.: "The Lady Gambles," directed by Michael Gordon
1 p.m.: "Scandal Sheet," directed by Phil Karlson
4 p.m.: "Double Indemnity," directed by Billy Wilder
Who else is expected at the festival?
Festival curator Alan K. Rode will be joined by Turner Classic Movies "Noir Alley" host Eddie Muller.
How much are tickets?
Individual film tickets cost $14.50. An all-access pass is available for $149, which includes admission to all film screenings as well as the opening night party.
Passes will be available for pick up from 4 to 8 p.m. beginning Monday.
Tickets can be purchased at https://tinyurl.com/hhbed4jn
Ema Sasic covers entertainment and health in the Coachella Valley. Reach her at ema.sasic@desertsun.com or on Twitter @ema_sasic.
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