I used the book to research a SF film noir appreciation class. The plot spoilers here did not diminish my enjoyment of seeing the films for the first time. It helped elevate student appreciation of these films. ( )

I started to read this, hoping to compile a "To Watch" list of film noir movies set in San Francisco. Unfortunately for my purposes, it gives plot summaries of each of the movies -- real spoilers! Although slim, it is packed with information about the movies and their connection with the city. It makes a thorough reference book, but not good reading for someone who hasn't watched, but wants to watch, the movies discussed.