Class Description
Explore the Film Noir genre during its heyday of the 1940s and 1950s, as well as later “neo-noir” productions. Discussions will define the genre and map its history from literary sources onward. We will also focus on film noir examples set in Chicago. From The Big Sleep (1946) to Chinatown (1974), and with provided readings and film links, the “clues” are there to track this genre!
Chad Beharriell has a graduate degree in Interdisciplinary Humanities and has taught History and Film Studies at the university and community college level for almost two decades. In addition to teaching, he contributes as a freelance writer to various publications.
Materials List
Required
- Instructor-Distributed Materials
First Reading
- Prior to the first class, please read the online article, “A Comprehensive Guide to Film Noir.”
- View the film, Detour (1945). It is currently available for free on YouTube here.
Cost and Registration
3 Sessions, $150 ($135 for Newberry members, seniors, and students). Learn about becoming a member.
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