Busch Annapolis Library Fall 2024 Classic Film Series: Some Not-So-Conventional Films of the‘50s
Presented by Busch Annapolis Library
Dates: October 14, 2024 - October 28, 2024 at 5:00 pm to 8:00 pmLocation: Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library
1410 West St.
Annapolis, Maryland
Cost: Free
Contact: 410-222-1750
Email: [email protected]
Contact Name: Robin Soma-Dudley
Recurrence: weekly on Mon
About
We tend to think of the 1950s as a decade defined by stifling conformity, bland entertainments, a focus on strong gender roles and social expectations, and a decade when most Americans trusted their government and mass media. Yet some of the period’s best films gave another view—and opened the door to the more provocative, anti-establishment films to follow in the 1960s. Each film is introduced by area cinephile Ann Glenn with info about the film’s production, director, actors and followed by a Q&A session
Sweet Smell of Success (1957)
This fast-paced film noir, featuring never-better acting by Burt Lancaster and Tony Curtis, shows the darker side of big city journalism and the corrupting effects of celebrity culture. While not a success upon its initial release, the film today is considered one of the best of the decade. The scripts’ sharp-edge dialogue is pure noir poetry. 1 hr. 36 mins. Not rated
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