Classic Movie Review

John E. Cornelison
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Join the host archaeologist John for classic movies reviews with his own special spin. Using his archaeological background, he connects historic, cinematic, genealogical, and current facts to add a dimension to his reviews that will increase your enjoyment of these classic movies. John tells all for movies over 25 years old. He also presents his world-famous short summaries of each classic movies reviewed. ClassicMovieRev.com

  1. 1d ago

    The Naked Kiss (1964) - An All Film Noirs Project

    🍿Discover why The Naked Kiss (1964) remains one of the boldest and most psychologically challenging films ever made. In this review, we explore Samuel Fuller's fearless storytelling, Constance Towers' remarkable performance as Kelly, and the film's uncompromising examination of morality, respectability, and hidden corruption. We'll also look at Anthony Eisley and Michael Dante's key roles, Stanley Cortez's striking black-and-white cinematography, and why this groundbreaking New-Noir continues to influence generations of filmmakers. If you're passionate about classic film noir, overlooked masterpieces, or Samuel Fuller's unforgettable cinema, this review offers fresh insight into an essential entry in the genre. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and join the ALL FILM NOIRS PROJECT.🍿 📖Reviews Mentioned📖 Pickup on South Street (1953) — https://youtu.be/GcP44Gl-Kk0 House of Bamboo (1955) — https://youtu.be/d2KWgowZ-IM All Film Noirs Project 1927 – 2026 - https://classicmovierev.com/all-film-noirs/ 👽Affiliates👽 GoPro 9 - https://amzn.to/3ITZcbw SmallRig Quick Release Phone Cage Kit Basic - https://amzn.to/4qzw51D The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 1 - https://amzn.to/4syL7X9 The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 2 - https://amzn.to/3L1G805 Camera - https://amzn.to/3SjOUnI Audio - https://amzn.to/4l7jCPY Teleprompter - https://amzn.to/3CQZQUf  My Books - https://www.amazon.com/John-E-Cornelison/e/B00MYPIP56 **Say Hi on Social** Website: https://www.classicmovierev.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classicmovierev/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClassicMovieRev #TheNakedKiss #SamuelFuller  #FilmNoir  **Disclaimer** CMR is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. This content is provided for entertainment and informational purposes only. Classic Movie Reviews claims no ownership of content. "Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."

  2. 6d ago

    The Falcon (1941–1946): 13 Classic Mysteries Worth Watching

    🍿Step into the stylish world of one of Hollywood's most overlooked detective franchises! In this review, we explore all 13 films in The Falcon series, released between 1941 and 1946, following the transition from George Sanders to Tom Conway in the iconic role. Discover what makes each mystery unique, from noir-inspired crime stories to globe-trotting adventures, while examining memorable performances, evolving storylines, and the filmmaking that helped define these classic whodunits. Whether you're a longtime fan of Golden Age Hollywood or discovering The Falcon for the first time, this complete series overview has something for you. Be sure to like, subscribe, and share your favorite Falcon film in the comments!🍿 👽Affiliates👽 The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 1 - https://amzn.to/4syL7X9 The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 2 - https://amzn.to/3L1G805 GoPro 9 - https://amzn.to/3ITZcbw SmallRig Quick Release Phone Cage Kit Basic - https://amzn.to/4qzw51D Camera - https://amzn.to/3SjOUnI Audio - https://amzn.to/4l7jCPY Teleprompter - https://amzn.to/3CQZQUf  My Books - https://www.amazon.com/John-E-Cornelison/e/B00MYPIP56 📖Reviews Mentioned📖 The Falcon Takes Over (1942) — https://youtu.be/4vhh1sdkoT8 The Falcon Out West (1944) — https://youtu.be/7cZmfMKzuZ0 Farewell, My Lovely (1975) — https://youtu.be/gnrb8v2qZ4I Murder, My Sweet (1944) — https://youtu.be/tSNHdJu3mRg My All Film Noirs Project 1927 – 2026 - https://classicmovierev.com/all-film-noirs/ **Say Hi on Social** Website: https://www.classicmovierev.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classicmovierev/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClassicMovieRev #TheFalconSeries #ClassicMovieReview #ClassicMovies **Disclaimer** CMR is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. This content is provided for entertainment and informational purposes only. Classic Movie Reviews claims no ownership of content. "Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."

  3. Jul 16

    Elisha Cook Jr.'s 10 Greatest Film Noir Performances Ranked

    🍿Classic film fans know his face even if they don't remember his name. In this countdown, we rank the ten greatest film noir performances by Elisha Cook Jr., one of Hollywood's most unforgettable character actors. Discover why his vulnerable, anxious screen presence became essential to noir classics including The Maltese Falcon, The Big Sleep, and The Killing. Along the way, we examine standout performances, memorable story moments, and the filmmaking of directors such as John Huston, Stanley Kubrick, and Robert Siodmak, while highlighting collaborations with Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall. Share your favorite Elisha Cook Jr. performance in the comments, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and ring the bell for more classic movie reviews.🍿 👽Affiliates👽 Libsyn Podcast Hosting - https://goto.libsyn.com/CMR GoPro 9 - https://amzn.to/3ITZcbw SmallRig Quick Release Phone Cage Kit Basic - https://amzn.to/4qzw51D The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 1 - https://amzn.to/4syL7X9 The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 2 - https://amzn.to/3L1G805 Camera - https://amzn.to/3SjOUnI Audio - https://amzn.to/4l7jCPY Teleprompter - https://amzn.to/3CQZQUf  My Books - https://www.amazon.com/John-E-Cornelison/e/B00MYPIP56 📖Reviews Mentioned📖 Day of the Outlaw (1959) — https://youtu.be/9f_Me3t8csg Dark Waters (1944) — https://youtu.be/KEdr_A9FZ9o I Wake Up Screaming (1941) — https://youtu.be/wr6aJkdswmY The Big Sleep (1946) — https://youtu.be/7kmLTwXeOZk Born to Kill (1947) — https://youtu.be/E03XjuH7KEY The Killing (1956) — https://youtu.be/laP1Iye5LA8 The Maltese Falcon (1941) — https://youtu.be/iDqjuPCKUVc My All Film Noirs Project 1927 – 2026 - https://classicmovierev.com/all-film-noirs/ **Say Hi on Social** Website: https://www.classicmovierev.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classicmovierev/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClassicMovieRev #ElishaCookJr #FilmNoir #ClassicMovies **Disclaimer** CMR is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. This content is provided for entertainment and informational purposes only. Classic Movie Reviews claims no ownership of content. "Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."

  4. Jul 9

    The Road to Noir: 10 Essential Neo-Noir Crime Films Ranked

    🍿Film Noir did not appear overnight—it evolved from a decade of darker, more psychologically complex crime films. In this countdown, we rank 10 Essential Neo-Noir Crime that helped shape one of cinema's most influential genres. From Scarface: The Shame of the Nation to Stranger on the Third Floor, discover how filmmakers introduced moral ambiguity, doomed protagonists, and striking visual styles long before Noir had a name. Featuring legendary talents including Paul Muni, Humphrey Bogart, Bette Davis, and director Howard Hawks, this review explores key performances, story themes, and filmmaking techniques that paved the way for Film Noir. If you enjoy classic cinema, be sure to like, subscribe, and share your favorites in the comments.🍿 👽Affiliates👽 GoPro 9 - https://amzn.to/3ITZcbw SmallRig Quick Release Phone Cage Kit Basic - https://amzn.to/4qzw51D The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 1 - https://amzn.to/4syL7X9 The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 2 - https://amzn.to/3L1G805 Camera - https://amzn.to/3SjOUnI Audio - https://amzn.to/4l7jCPY Teleprompter - https://amzn.to/3CQZQUf  My Books - https://www.amazon.com/John-E-Cornelison/e/B00MYPIP56 📖Reviews Mentioned📖 Blood Money (1933) — https://youtu.be/9a4OwJwRfIo The Petrified Forest (1936) — https://youtu.be/Y28JulrhMgo Scarface (1932) — https://youtu.be/m-21M2de1M8 My All Film Noirs Project 1927 – 2026 - https://classicmovierev.com/all-film-noirs/ **Say Hi on Social** Website: https://www.classicmovierev.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classicmovierev/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClassicMovieRev #PreNoir #FilmNoirHistory #ClassicMovies **Disclaimer** CMR is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. This content is provided for entertainment and informational purposes only. Classic Movie Reviews claims no ownership of content. "Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."

  5. Jul 2

    House of Bamboo (1955) - One of Samuel Fuller's Great Film Noirs

    🍿Journey into postwar Japan with Samuel Fuller's House of Bamboo (1955), a striking blend of Film Noir, crime drama, and police procedural. In this review, we explore Robert Stack's undercover performance, Robert Ryan's unforgettable crime boss, and Shirley Yamaguchi's compelling role, while examining the film's unique cinematography, storytelling, and historical setting. We also discuss Fuller's direction, the film's place in noir history, and why its opening sequence remains so memorable decades later. If you enjoy classic cinema, overlooked noir classics, and behind-the-scenes filmmaking insights, this review is for you. Be sure to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments.🍿 👽Affiliates👽 Libsyn Podcast Hosting - https://goto.libsyn.com/CMR GoPro 9 - https://amzn.to/3ITZcbw SmallRig Quick Release Phone Cage Kit Basic - https://amzn.to/4qzw51D The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 1 - https://amzn.to/4syL7X9 The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 2 - https://amzn.to/3L1G805 Camera - https://amzn.to/3SjOUnI Audio - https://amzn.to/4l7jCPY Teleprompter - https://amzn.to/3CQZQUf  My Books - https://www.amazon.com/John-E-Cornelison/e/B00MYPIP56 📖Reviews Mentioned📖 Battle of the Bulge (1965) — https://youtu.be/RuXhCJSVk1U Dead Reckoning (1947) — https://youtu.be/o17S5oJUxUs The Set-Up (1949) — https://youtu.be/kt8JjYqJRF0 The Woman on Pier 13 (1949) — https://youtu.be/GMRNsvy-S24 The Racket (1951) — https://youtu.be/ux0JsuU6ft8 Men in War (1957) — https://youtu.be/IWiN-1xRYT8 Command Decision (1948) — https://youtu.be/0PFhsXoWXNA Daughter of the Dragon (1931) — https://youtu.be/Bybeqm0XvEU Billy the Kid Versus Dracula (1966) — https://youtu.be/QWn7_QjSxac Big Jake (1971) — https://youtu.be/96Zt-vVxSNs Night of the Lepus (1972) — https://youtu.be/1NfVQthfpj4 The Yakuza (1974) — https://youtu.be/VsSauM8eTPE The Americanization of Emily (1964) — https://youtu.be/6x8F5Nms83k Between Midnight and Dawn (1950) — https://youtu.be/G9Pkn9JR9-g My All Film Noirs Project 1927 – 2026 - https://classicmovierev.com/all-film-noirs/ **Say Hi on Social** Website: https://www.classicmovierev.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classicmovierev/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClassicMovieRev #HouseOfBamboo #FilmNoir #ClassicMovies **Disclaimer** CMR is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. This content is provided for entertainment and informational purposes only. Classic Movie Reviews claims no ownership of content. "Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."

  6. Jun 25

    A Film Noir Pilgrimage: Elevator to the Gallows (1958) Locations

    🍿What happens when a classic movie fan visits Paris? During a recent trip to France, I set out to track down filming locations from Elevator to the Gallows (1958), Louis Malle's landmark French New Wave crime thriller starring Jeanne Moreau. I visited two of the film's original locations, compared them to how they look today, and explored how the movie transformed ordinary Paris streets into unforgettable cinema. Along the way, I visited a restaurant tied to one of the film's most memorable scenes, a beautiful location near the Eiffel Tower, and gained a new appreciation for how filmmakers use real-world locations to tell their stories. If you enjoy classic movies, film noir, French cinema, or movie-location travel, join me for this cinematic walk through Paris. Be sure to check out my full review of Elevator to the Gallows (1958) and my other videos on classic films from around the world. 🍿 👽Affiliates👽 GoPro 9 - https://amzn.to/3ITZcbw SmallRig Quick Release Phone Cage Kit Basic - https://amzn.to/4qzw51D The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 1 - https://amzn.to/4syL7X9 The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 2 - https://amzn.to/3L1G805 Camera - https://amzn.to/3SjOUnI Audio - https://amzn.to/4l7jCPY Teleprompter - https://amzn.to/3CQZQUf  My Books - https://www.amazon.com/John-E-Cornelison/e/B00MYPIP56 📖Reviews Mentioned📖 Elevator to the Gallows (1958) — https://youtu.be/sPGx7YSKDG4 The Train (1964) — https://youtu.be/XBwsZecg4Rg My All Film Noirs Project 1927 – 2026 - https://classicmovierev.com/all-film-noirs/ **Say Hi on Social** Website: https://www.classicmovierev.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classicmovierev/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClassicMovieRev #ElevatorToTheGallows #FilmNoir #ClassicMovies **Disclaimer** CMR is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. This content is provided for entertainment and informational purposes only. Classic Movie Reviews claims no ownership of content. "Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."

  7. Jun 18

    Backfire (1950) - Film Noir with an Interesting World War II Connection

    🍿A mysterious Christmas Eve visitor, a missing war buddy, and a murder investigation collide in Backfire (1950), one of the more unusual entries in the film noir genre. In this review, we break down the film's complex flashback structure, its strengths and weaknesses as a B-movie noir, and the performances of Edmond O'Brien, Virginia Mayo, and Viveca Lindfors. We also explore the surprising real-world connection to World War II that inspired part of the story, including the remarkable events surrounding Castle Itter in Austria. Whether you're a longtime noir fan or discovering this forgotten classic for the first time, this review offers plenty to discuss. Be sure to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts below. 🍿 👽Affiliates👽 GoPro 9 - https://amzn.to/3ITZcbw SmallRig Quick Release Phone Cage Kit Basic - https://amzn.to/4qzw51D The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 1 - https://amzn.to/4syL7X9 The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 2 - https://amzn.to/3L1G805 Camera - https://amzn.to/3SjOUnI Audio - https://amzn.to/4l7jCPY Teleprompter - https://amzn.to/3CQZQUf  My Books - https://www.amazon.com/John-E-Cornelison/e/B00MYPIP56 📖Reviews Mentioned📖 D.O.A. (1949) — https://youtu.be/PlIXFqAW4g8 711 Ocean Drive (1950) — https://youtu.be/u6IEecH2wbQ Between Midnight and Dawn (1950) — https://youtu.be/G9Pkn9JR9-g Shield for Murder (1954) — https://youtu.be/9kI5WWLi73A Birdman of Alcatraz (1962) — https://youtu.be/7Kd9h2v5MXE The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962) — https://youtu.be/emKXc5cn-lw Seven Days in May (1964) — https://youtu.be/2kDQ5YTQWvM The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) — https://youtu.be/ePJEfzNSVIk Dark City (1950) — https://youtu.be/PfpD_X7RitM Wild in the Streets (1968) — https://youtu.be/FDPOkInVUuI My All Film Noirs Project 1927 – 2026 - https://classicmovierev.com/all-film-noirs/ **Say Hi on Social** Website: https://www.classicmovierev.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classicmovierev/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClassicMovieRev #Backfire1950 #FilmNoirReview #ClassicMovies **Disclaimer** CMR is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. This content is provided for entertainment and informational purposes only. Classic Movie Reviews claims no ownership of content. "Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."

  8. Jun 11

    The Killers (1946): Amazing Femme Fatale

    🍿What makes The Killers (1946) one of the greatest film noirs ever made? In this review, we break down the film's unforgettable opening, its layered flashback structure, and the tragic rise and fall of Ole "Swede" Anderson. We explore standout performances from Burt Lancaster, Ava Gardner, and Edmond O'Brien, along with the direction of Robert Siodmak and the storytelling techniques that helped define the noir genre. From its legendary femme fatale to its intricate mystery, this classic remains essential viewing for film fans. Watch the review and share your thoughts on where The Killers ranks among the greatest noirs ever made. 🍿 👽Affiliates👽 GoPro 9 - https://amzn.to/3ITZcbw SmallRig Quick Release Phone Cage Kit Basic - https://amzn.to/4qzw51D The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 1 - https://amzn.to/4syL7X9 The Falcon Mystery Movie Collection Volume 2 - https://amzn.to/3L1G805 Camera - https://amzn.to/3SjOUnI Audio - https://amzn.to/4l7jCPY Teleprompter - https://amzn.to/3CQZQUf  My Books - https://www.amazon.com/John-E-Cornelison/e/B00MYPIP56 📖Reviews Mentioned📖 Birdman of Alcatraz (1962) — https://youtu.be/7Kd9h2v5MXE Billy the Kid Versus Dracula (1966) — https://youtu.be/QWn7_QjSxac The Narrow Margin (1952) — https://youtu.be/G42vOUwzL1s Seven Days in May (1964) — https://youtu.be/2kDQ5YTQWvM Cry Danger (1951) — https://youtu.be/ns_i6oK6K4U Illegal (1955) — https://youtu.be/srsk_O580eM The Unsuspected (1947) — https://youtu.be/Fpa-jJAC9C8 Brute Force (1947) — https://youtu.be/FtIPD17M2zQ The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) — https://youtu.be/ePJEfzNSVIk Out of the Past (1947) — https://youtu.be/D1veAGe12AM Detour (1945) — https://youtu.be/X8qBDUpH0lw My All Film Noirs Project 1927 – 2026 - https://classicmovierev.com/all-film-noirs/ **Say Hi on Social** Website: https://www.classicmovierev.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classicmovierev/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClassicMovieRev #TheKillers1946 #FilmNoirReview #ClassicMovies **Disclaimer** CMR is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. This content is provided for entertainment and informational purposes only. Classic Movie Reviews claims no ownership of content. "Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."

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Join the host archaeologist John for classic movies reviews with his own special spin. Using his archaeological background, he connects historic, cinematic, genealogical, and current facts to add a dimension to his reviews that will increase your enjoyment of these classic movies. John tells all for movies over 25 years old. He also presents his world-famous short summaries of each classic movies reviewed. ClassicMovieRev.com

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    John E. Cornelison
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    2014 - 2026
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