Fragments of Noir

Monday 17 June 2024

Like He Knew

He might be asleep, but even asleep he looked like he knew more than most guys awake.

Postman Always Rings Twice
James M Cain
1934

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Postman Always Rings Twice
1981

fragments of noir

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fragments of noir: 'It was one of those hot dry Santa Annas that come down thru the mountain passes and curl your hair and make your nerves jump and your skin itch. On nights like that every booze party ends in a fight. Meek little wives feel the edge of the carving knife and study their husbands' necks. Anything can happen. You can even get a full glass of beer at a cocktail lounge. ............ Red Wind- Raymond Chandler

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