Matt Taylor Professor Biesen April 25, 2024 Film Noir Final Essay The 1940s and 1950s saw the rise in popularity of the "Classic film noir cycle," which was distinguished by its own aesthetic of gloomy, sarcastic tones, morally gray protagonists, and urban locales. Important elements include strong contrast lighting, deep shadows, non-linear narrative, and iconic characters like femme fatales and hard-boiled detectives. Themes of crime, corruption, and nihilism are often presented within these films…
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