27K views · 2.1K reactions | One of the least subtle MacGuffins, THE MALTESE FALCON ('41) provides motive for intrigue and serves as the film's title. In some ways, the Maltese Falcon is quite literally "the stuff that dreams are made of," as the audience pursues the idea of the object with the characters. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM | Facebook

Laura (1944) "I shall never forget the weekend Laura died." A mesmerizing blend of mystery, obsession, and romance, Laura tells the story of a detective (Dana Andrews) who falls in love with the portrait of a woman (Gene Tierney) he believes to be dead. As secrets unravel, nothing — and no one — is what it seems. Elegant, haunting, and timeless, this is one of the greatest film noirs ever made. 🎬 Interesting Facts: Gene Tierney’s performance as Laura cemented her status as one of Hollywood’s mo