James M. Cain




Fishko Files from WNYC show

Summary: <p><span><b>James M. Cain</b>'s novel The Postman Always Rings Twice (1934) was adapted for the movies seven times. The most celebrated version was released 75 years ago, when Cain was on a roll - with three film adaptations made from his books in quick succession in the mid 1940s. </span><span>WNYC's Sara Fishko and guests investigate the appeal of Cain's film noir-friendly style.</span><span><span> </span>(Produced in 2011)</span></p>