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ozu-teapot · 1 year
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Bob le Flambeur | Jean-Pierre Melville | 1956
Isabelle Corey
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scenephile · 1 year
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No one’s forcing you
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lamiaprigione · 8 months
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Bob il giocatore (1956)
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byneddiedingo · 1 year
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Bob le Flambeur (Jean-Pierre Melville, 1956)
Cast: Roger Duchesne, Guy Decomble, Isabelle Corey, Daniel Cauchy, André Garey, Gérard Buhr, Claude Cerval, Colette Fleury, René Havard, Simone Paris, Howard Vernon. Screenplay: Jean-Pierre Melville, August Le Breton. Cinematography: Henri Decaë. Production design: Claude Bouxin. Film editing: Monique Bonnot. Music: Eddie Barclay, Jo Boyer. 
Sometimes the pleasures you get from a movie are not the intended ones of plot or action or dialogue. For example, I get a great delight from hearing how the French actors in Bob le Flambeur pronounce the title character's name: It's closer to "Bub" than to the American "Bahb." But even that incidental detail is somehow essential to what the film is all about: a reworking of American culture -- the gangster movie -- in the French manner. It would be different somehow if the title character were named Jules or Pierre or Marcel, but calling him Bob, even with a French accent, sets up all sorts of subliminal reverberations. It's intriguing that the foreign filmmakers who most successfully translated the gangster genre to their own cultures were the French and the Japanese. The latter reworked the figure of the samurai into that of the yakuza, while the former turned the existential loner into the outlaw. Jean-Pierre Melville's film is a celebrated precursor of the French New Wave, to which Melville himself became central in 1967 when he gave Alain Delon Bob's fedora and trenchcoat and made Le Samouraï, thereby merging all three cinematic gangster mythologies. For my part, the chief delight of Bob le Flambeur is its essential Frenchness, particularly Henri Decaë's lovingly crafted images of Montmartre, as masterly in their way as those of Lautrec or Utrillo. 
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cinemajunkie70 · 1 year
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Happy Birthday in the afterlife to one of the truly greats, Jean-Pierre Melville!
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Gerard Buhr and Isabel Corey in an American publicity still for Bob le Flambeur (Bob the Gambler, 1956). Gerard was born in Strasbourg, France, and had 118 acting credits from 1950 to a 1989 Belgian tv movie filmed in Germany. His English language films include The Train (another honorable mention), The Night of the Generals, The Day of the Jackal, Woody Allen's Love and Death, Julia, Condorman, and A View to a Kill.
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Jean-Pierre Melville’s “Bob Le Flambeur” August 24, 1956.
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vincekris · 2 years
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Bob le flambeur, Jean-Pierre Melville, 1955
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davidhudson · 10 months
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Isabelle Corey, May 29, 1939 – February 6, 2011.
Jean-Pierre Melville’s Bob le flambeur (1956).
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gatutor · 1 year
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Isabelle Corey-Gerard Buhr "Bob el jugador" (Bob le flambeur) 1956, de Jean-Pierre Melville.
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ozu-teapot · 1 year
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Bob le Flambeur | Jean-Pierre Melville | 1956
Isabelle Corey, Daniel Cauchy
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hividsmarttv · 1 year
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An Introduction to Film Noir
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What is Film Noir?
Film noir is a genre of films that emerged in the United States in the 1940s and 1950s, characterized by its dark themes, shadowy cinematography, and morally ambiguous protagonists. The term "film noir" is French for "black film," which accurately describes the bleak and pessimistic outlook of these films.
The origins of film noir can be traced back to a number of factors, including the post-World War II mood of anxiety and disillusionment, the influence of German Expressionism on Hollywood filmmakers, and the rise of hard-boiled crime fiction in pulp magazines.
One of the defining features of film noir is its visual style, which often utilizes high-contrast lighting, deep shadows, and skewed camera angles to create a sense of unease and disorientation. This style was influenced by the German Expressionist movement, which emphasized subjective emotion and the use of stylized visuals to convey psychological states.
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Examples of Film Noir
Some of the most famous examples of film noir include "Double Indemnity" (1944), "The Maltese Falcon" (1941), and "The Big Sleep" (1946). These films often feature a lone male protagonist, a femme fatale, and a complex, labyrinthine plot that twists and turns until its final, often ambiguous resolution.
American film noir is perhaps the most well-known and influential of all the variations of the genre. Emerging in the 1940s and 1950s, American film noir was characterized by its dark, shadowy visuals, morally ambiguous protagonists, and a focus on crime and corruption. These films often portrayed a cynical and pessimistic view of society, with a sense of disillusionment and anxiety permeating throughout.
One of the most significant American film noir directors was Billy Wilder, who directed classic films such as "Double Indemnity" (1944) and "Sunset Boulevard" (1950). These films featured complex and flawed characters, intricate plots, and a sense of psychological tension that has become synonymous with the genre. Other notable American film noir directors include Fritz Lang, with films such as "The Big Heat" (1953) and "Scarlet Street" (1945); and Robert Siodmak, with films such as "The Killers" (1946) and "Criss Cross" (1949). These films have had a lasting impact on American cinema and continue to be celebrated for their artistic achievements and influence.
American film noir has had a significant impact on the art of cinema, influencing filmmakers around the world and continuing to captivate audiences to this day. Its blend of stylish visuals, complex characters, and gritty subject matter has helped to create a unique and enduring genre that has stood the test of time. With its focus on the darker aspects of human nature and society, American film noir remains an essential part of the cinematic landscape, offering a glimpse into the human experience that is both captivating and unforgettable.
International Film Noir
Film noir was not limited to Hollywood, however, and a number of other countries also produced their own versions of the genre.
In France, film noir is known as "policier noir" or "film policier," and is characterized by its use of urban settings, existential themes, and a focus on psychological realism. One of the most well-known French film noir directors is Jean-Pierre Melville, who is famous for films such as "Le Samouraï" (1967) and "Bob le Flambeur" (1956). These films often feature characters struggling with personal demons and moral ambiguity, and are notable for their minimalist style and existential themes.
In Japan, film noir is referred to as "yakuza-eiga" or "gangster films," and is characterized by its emphasis on honor, loyalty, and violence. One of the most famous Japanese film noir directors is Akira Kurosawa, who directed films such as "Stray Dog" (1949) and "High and Low" (1963). These films often explore the darker side of Japanese society, including the yakuza underworld and the criminal justice system.
Other countries that have produced their own versions of film noir include Germany, with films such as "M" (1931) and "The Third Man" (1949); Italy, with films such as "Accattone" (1961) and "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" (1966); and the UK, with films such as "Brighton Rock" (1947) and "Get Carter" (1971). Each of these countries has put its own unique spin on the genre, while still maintaining the essential characteristics of film noir.
Modern Film Noir
Overall, the international influence of film noir is a testament to its enduring power and appeal. By exploring the darker side of human nature and society, film noir has managed to capture the imaginations of audiences around the world, and continues to inspire filmmakers to this day.
Film noir has had a lasting impact on the art of cinema, influencing everything from crime dramas to science fiction films. Its legacy can be seen in the work of directors such as David Lynch and Quentin Tarantino, who have both cited the genre as an influence on their own work.
In recent years, film noir has also experienced a resurgence in popularity, with new films such as "Brick" (2005) and "Drive" (2011) drawing on the genre's themes and visual style.
In conclusion, film noir emerged as a response to the anxieties and uncertainties of the post-World War II era and has since become a highly influential and enduring genre of cinema. Its themes of moral ambiguity, psychological tension, and visual stylization continue to captivate audiences and inspire filmmakers around the world.
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lamiaprigione · 8 months
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Bob le flambeur (1956)
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ahmerinam · 2 years
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Bob le flambeur by bswise Bob the Gambler https://flic.kr/p/2nKWt5a
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moviesteve · 6 days
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La Silence de la Mer https://tinyurl.com/29dshjyh With 1949's La Silence de la Mer Jean-Pierre Melville got his shortish career off to the sort of start you might expect from a director who would go on to turn out one classic after another – Bob le Flambeur, Le Samouraï, Army of Shadows a...
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