For Carly Simon, Film Noir is a way to explore traditional pop classics. Using smoky saloon songs like Ev'rytime We Say Goodbye as a blueprint, Simon and producer Jimmy Webb create a seductive, intimate atmosphere. Simon's vocals aren't naturally suited to this material, but she acquits herself well, and the two duets — one with Webb and one with John Travolta (Two Sleepy People) — are charming additions to an ingratiating album.