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  1. poetman

    Moving Picture Interior Decor

    One of the things I enjoy about vintage films (Maltese Falcon) or modern period pieces (The End of the Affair) is the interior design. Which vintage, or modern, films have some of the most inspiring Golden Era decor for others?
  2. poetman

    Bookish Noirs/Moving Pictures

    I am looking for some recommendations for noirs or new-noirs that have a bookish/literary vibe to them: films related to bookstores/libraries, authors, etc. --like a prolonged version of Bogie's Big Sleep scene in the used bookstore or Morgan Freeman's library scene in SEVEN (though not a noir)...
  3. poetman

    Literature that transports you to the Golden Era

    I have been thinking a lot lately about the more basic, daily aspects of Golden Era living that are gone: daily print newspapers, etiquette and manners, a sense of occasion when dressing, letter writing, train travel, analog living, etc. Can any of you recommend texts--essays, memoirs, novels...
  4. poetman

    Art that Focuses on the Heat

    I am wondering if others here have come across images (or even the right books or films) that depict stifling summer heat--especially indoors: something like the hardboiled detective with up-rolled sleeves at his desk with windows open and fan running; the couple languidly laying there, trying...
  5. poetman

    Bachelor Living in the Golden Era

    I am looking for recommendations on books that detail the day-to-day life of single, bachelor men in the 40s (or nearby). I am particualry interested in their domestic space/life. Where they ate (diners, maids, cooked themselves?); if they did their own laundry; how they entertained themselves...
  7. poetman

    Restoring an Eagle Gooseneck Lamp

    Title says it all. I have a vintage Eagle gooseneck lamp with some rust on the bottom and the shade without any discernible color. Does anyone know where I can find images of Eagle lamp ads, so I can see what color options were available? I would like to restore it, and I can't imagine it would...
  8. poetman

    Noirish Radio

    Any suggestions for old noir style radio programs?
  9. poetman

    Film Noir...in Color?

    When you move away from the plot details and consider the quintessential noir criterion: high contrast lighting, it seems like you drastically reduce the noir elements of a film if you placed it in color. Certainly you would still have the noir plot, but I can't imagine any of these great films...
  10. poetman

    Briefcase Style

    I'm looking for some forum feedback on two briefcase styles: the flapover and the top frame/Gladstone. Is one style considered more vintage, or classier, than the other? Also, for those who have used the Gladstone style, what are your thoughts on it. I've only used the flapover style but need...
  11. poetman

    Film Noir Documentary

    I'm looking for recommendations on film noir documentaries. Has anyone seen anything good? I'm interested in not only the films, but also the pulp novels that informed them. I'd appreciate thoughts from the lounge before turning to google at large. Thanks.
  13. poetman

    Film Noir Office

    (Forgive me if I am posting this in the wrong forum. It might belong in the film or home thread.) I am looking for image or film recommendations for classic film noir detective's office. Big Sleep immediately came to mind, but those kind of work spaces tend to look less distinct/memorable and...
  14. poetman

    Actor/Film ID

    I need some help identifying the attached image. Does anyone recognize this actor--or, perhaps the film? A friend recalls that this is the opening scene. The face looks familiar, but I can't think of his name.
  15. poetman

    1940's England

    I particularly enjoy watching films that depict England during the 40's. Being on the other side of the pond, however, limits the amount of British cinema of which I am aware. I would love if you all could share some of the more enjoyable films--modern or old--depicting 1940's England, full of...
  16. poetman

    Vintage Paper

    I have long been trying to find out, though unsuccessfully, what kind of paper was common for writers between the 20's through 40's? Were legals pads standard? I don't think so. As far as I can tell from manuscripts, paper was blank, unlined, took to fountain pens well, and ages to a light cream...
  17. poetman

    Vintage Portfolio Folders

    Can anyone provide more information on what kind of folders/portfolios are in the attached photos? I've tried to find modern counterparts and have no idea what they're called. They seem to be leather folders that come with leather strings or flaps of a sort. I am looking for a similar item to...
  19. poetman

    British Gentleman

    What films feature the classic English Gentleman for you? I was watching Remains of the Day and thinking about how Anthony Hopkins is the classic English Gentleman in that film--and not because he's typecast or playing a conventional role. He certainly infuses it with his own theatrical magic...
  20. poetman

    Golden Age Culture

    I'm looking for a book about the culture of the 30's and 40's--the way of life with newspapers, railways, cars, and the implications for culture and identity--a kind of cultural history. Any suggestions?
  21. poetman

    Man-Cave in Books and Films

    I was watching the great Merchant-Ivory production of "Remains of the Day" recently, and a great scene with Anthony Hopkins appeared: he entertaining a friend in his study, listening to records by the fireplace, enjoying cigars, and spirits. I began thinking about how important man caves are to...
  22. poetman

    Your Reading Room

    Quite a few studies have been published that document the importance of physical space in influencing mental space. With that in mind, what does your reading room look like. I tend to prefer a more 19th century look. I love dark walls, dim light, etc. Something that invokes the Holmes study:
  23. poetman

    Drinks and Cigars in Film

    There are threads about hats in films, cars, suits, all types of golden era delights. What films display drinks and cigars in particularly aesthetic ways. Granted, every golden era film has an abundance of cigarettes and drinks, but they're so often displayed in this kind of matter-of-fact...

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