One of the documentaries on the disc is a short history circus side shows from an expert. When I was a kid I went to an off-brand circus that had a side show. It was a bit haunting at times.
Anyway, this movie also reminded me a bit of the HBO show from 15+ years ago called Carnivale.
I've heard about Nightmare Alley for many years, and finally a few days ago got a copy of the Criterion blu-ray for $20. Watching it for the first time today it was definitely a different side of Tyrone Power. I thought it was a strong film noir, and it makes my newly revised top 10 list for...