About this episode

This episode explores the 1947 adaptation of 'Nightmare Alley' and its historical context.

LTP Noir returns with a bang for a close look at the original 1947 adaptation of William Lindsay Gresham's novel "Nightmare Alley". From the fascinating, tormented life of its author to the tension between rising star and skeptical studio mogul, Josh gives the lowdown on how this conmen thriller and its controversial carnies were brought to life. This episode tracks the full-flavoured story of a once-forgotten Noir that's finally found its redemption. Origins@02:30; Summary@08:30; Production@31:50; Rewiew@1:01:30

People in this episode

Host: Josh

Topics covered

• Noir films
• film adaptation
• conmen thriller
• carnival culture
• film history

Keywords

• Nightmare Alley
• William Lindsay Gresham
• Noir
• film adaptation
• carnies
• conmen
• film history

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: studio mogul

Books & works: Nightmare Alley

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