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Film Noir: The Dark Side of Cinema XXVII is a three-disc Blu-ray collection of The Great Train Robbery, Unmasked, and The Man Is Armed. It also lists a separate audio commentary for each film and optional English subtitles.
At a glance
- Three Republic Pictures crime films spanning 1941 to 1956, as described in the listing.
- The Great Train Robbery follows a train hijacking and a railroad detective's pursuit of the gang.
- Unmasked features Raymond Burr as a tabloid publisher who targets wealthy women.
- The Man Is Armed centers on a truck driver framed for a crime and later targeted for blackmail.
- The listing specifies a new audio commentary for each film and optional English subtitles.
Reference price: $24.99
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Three films are gathered on a single three-disc Blu-ray release.
- A separate listed commentary for each film adds contextual listening for film-history and noir enthusiasts.
- Optional English subtitles are listed for viewers who want subtitle support.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Media format | Blu-ray |
|---|---|
| Number of discs | 3 |
| Aspect ratio | 1.37:1 |
| Run time | 3 hours and 11 minutes |
| Rating | NR (Not Rated) |
| Films | The Great Train Robbery / Unmasked / The Man is Armed |
|---|---|
| Director | Joseph Kane |
| Actors | Bob Steele, Dane Clark, Raymond Burr, William Talman |
| Studio | Kino Lorber |
| Item model number | 738329273989 |
| Release date | August 25, 2026 |
| Dimensions listed | 7.41 x 6.36 x 1.58 inches; 8.16 ounces |
|---|
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The release date is listed as August 25, 2026. The title and product details provide no conflicting specifications, but the release date is a forward-dated listing claim.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Film noir and vintage crime-film viewers interested in three Republic Pictures productions.
- Collectors who value film-specific audio commentaries and optional English subtitles.
- Viewers looking for a Blu-ray collection featuring Raymond Burr, Bob Steele, Dane Clark, and William Talman.
Less suited to
- Buyers looking specifically for color films, modern productions, or a higher-rated release, since those are not established by the listing.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The available aggregate rating is positive, but it represents only two ratings and no written customer feedback is supplied. That is too small a base to establish how viewers assess picture presentation, the films, commentaries, or subtitles, so buyers should treat it as limited feedback rather than a dependable consensus.
Frequently asked questions
Which films are included?
The listing names The Great Train Robbery, Unmasked, and The Man Is Armed.
How many discs are listed?
The product details specify 3 Blu-ray discs.
Are commentaries and subtitles included?
The description lists a new audio commentary for each film and optional English subtitles.
What aspect ratio and total running time are listed?
The details specify an aspect ratio of 1.37:1 and a total runtime of 3 hours and 11 minutes.
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