Charles Vidor’s Gilda (1946) is many things: a noir classic, psychological thriller, romantic comedy, backstage musical, Hays Code decoy, even a drinking game. But be warned, viewers who sip whenever the name Johnny is mentioned could pass out since it’s said 101 times! Cinema 101Technically speaking, Gilda belongs to a specific subset of the genre: exotic noir. It […]
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Ms. Arvia is a Rebellious columnist, movie critic, award-winning artist and grant-winning filmmaker who knows good things come in two. That's why she covers Chicago's visual & performing arts scene; film & TV productions; health & wellness events; and travel & leisure products.
