Who wrote the novel for Howard Hawk’s film noir “The Big Sleep” (1946) with Humphrey Bogart?
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Raymond Chandler
The novel was written by the American author Raymond Chandler.
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The novel for the film noir “The Big Sleep” (1946), in which Humphrey Bogart plays the roles, was written by the American author Raymond Chandler. The novel on which the film is based is entitled “The Big Sleep” and was published in 1939. Chandler is considered one of the most important authors of the crime novel and is known for his influence on the hardboiled crime genre.
In “The Big Sleep”, private detective Philip Marlowe becomes embroiled in a complex case revolving around blackmail, murder and a wealthy family. The skillful storytelling and the deep characters Chandler creates form the basis for the dark atmosphere of the film, which was directed by Howard Hawks.
Humphrey Bogart, who plays Marlowe, and the fascinating Lauren Bacall in the role of Vivian Sternwood help to make the film a classic of the genre. The film adaptation is known for its clever dialog, complex plot and remarkable acting performances, making it one of the outstanding works of film noir.
