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Film noir (/ n w ɑːr /; French: [film nwaʁ]) is a cinematic term used primarily to describe stylized Hollywood crime dramas, particularly those that emphasize cynical attitudes and motivations. The 1940s and 1950s are generally regarded as the "classic period" of American film noir.
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The Tall Target (1951) — American Civil War noir; Dementia (a.k.a. Daughter of Horror) (1953) — horror noir; Carmen Jones (1954, color) — musical noir; Attack! (1956) — World War II noir; The Bad Seed (1956) — horror-thriller noir; Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) — science fiction noir
21 hours ago · For the sake of this list, we’ve highlighted the top-reviewed films from the classic film noir era, roughly defined as starting in 1940 and ending in 1959. On this list you’ll find some of the...
Apr 29, 2024 · Film noir usually explores themes of pessimism and fatalism, portraying an unforgiving world where protagonists face insurmountable odds or are doomed from the outset. This outlook reflects a cynical view of society and human nature.
Dec 16, 2019 · The term “film noir” is typically credited to French critic Nino Frank, who apparently coined it in a 1946 essay published in the magazine L’Écran français to describe four American crime...
Mar 8, 2024 · Film noir was an incredibly popular genre of film primarily in the United States that was heavily influenced by French and German film, as the term is French for ‘black film.’. These films typically are centered on crime and violence with the leading actor being a man who is surrounded by crime and tries to maneuver around it and a new sort ...
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Borderline (1950 film) Born to Be Bad (1950 film) Born to Kill (1947 film) The Boss (1956 film) The Brasher Doubloon. The Breaking Point (1950 film) The Bribe. Brighton Rock (1948 film) The Brothers Rico.
