We continue today with a look at some Film Noir classics in a new series of DVDs being released by Kino International. It's "Scarlet Street" the 1945 movie banned in three states when it was released.

Director Fritz Lang, best known for "M" and "Metropolis” directed this feature, probably his finest American film. Edward G. Robinson, then at the height of his fame, stars as a man who rescues a streetwalker, played by Joan Bennett, from the streets of Greenwich Village. A sordid tale of lust, larceny and revenge ensue.

Based on the novel by Georges de La Fouchardière, the DVD contains images of deleted scenes, including commentary from co-star Dan Duryea, the steady star of "B" movies and supporting roles in "A" films similar to “Scarlet Street.”

Screenwriter Dudley Nichols also wrote "Stagecoach," the 1939 movie which catapulted John Wayne from quickie westerns at Monogram and Republic Pictures to the world of "A" list stardom.

"Scarlet Street" is worth rediscovering in a pristine DVD print. Check out REELTALKtv.com daily for more Film Noir gems to come!