NoirCon 2025
Four Days of Film Noir, Neo-Noir and Hardboiled Writing
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JOIN US from Thursday October 23, 2025 at 2:30 PM to Sunday October 26, 2025 at 12:30 PM for a thrilling event celebrating all things noir. Thursday, Friday and Saturday we will be at the Palm Springs Cultural Center and Sunday we will wrap things up at Mizell Center. AND we are partnering again with the wonderful folks of The Best Bookstore in Palm Springs – the Official Bookstore of NoirCon 2025!
Get ready for an immersive experience filled with screenings of classic films, panel discussions with industry experts, and workshops on crafting the perfect hardboiled story. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of film noir or just curious to learn more, there’s something for everyone at NoirCon 2025.
Come soak up the atmosphere, mingle with fellow enthusiasts, and dive deep into the dark and mysterious world of noir. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore the genre in all its glory!
Mark your calendars and get ready for a weekend of intrigue, suspense, and unforgettable stories. See you there!
Begins Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 2:30 PM (Pacific Time).
Ends Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 12:30 PM (Pacific Time).
Visit our Official Registration page for a complete rundown of everything that’s on our Schedule. Here is a brief preview:
KEYNOTE (Kristen Lopez): But Have You Read the Book?
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DAILY CELEBRATIONS & EVENTS include: our Opening Night Gala, Noir at the Bar, All Noirvember’s Eve Party, A Hardboiled Brunch of Writers, and Last Call.
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PANELISTS & FEATURED SPEAKERS:
Kristen Lopez (Keynote) • Megan Abbott • Alexander Boldizar • Brandi Bradley • Dan Bronson • Marco Carocari • Katharine Coldiron • Barbara DeMarco-Barrett • Pete Duval • Esotouric • Patrick Gatov • William Horberg • Dennis McMillan • A.B.Patterson • Gary Phillips • Dana Polan • Robert Polito • Mark Powell • Howard A. Rodman • Corey Roskin • David J. Schow • Duane Swierczynski • Adrian Wootton…& more!
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AWARDS: At each NoirCon, we also celebrate individuals who have made a difference in noir with our unique awards. This year’s Honorees are:
Adrian Wootton, The Jay and Deen Kogan Award
Esotouric, The Anne Friedberg Award
William Horberg, The David L. Goodis Award
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SCREENINGS: Blitz (dir. Elliott Lester, 2011); Detour (dir. Edgar G. Ulmer, 1945); Gideon’s Day (dir. John Ford, 1958); In a Lonely Place (dir. Nicholas Ray, 1950); Lost Highway (dir. David Lynch, 1997); Suddenly (dir. Lewis Allen, 1954); and The Talented Mr. Ripley (dir. Anthony Minghella, 1999).
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We hope to see you in October!
