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ARTH 125: History of Film: Film Noir

Film Noir

Subject Headings

Film Noir.

Film noir -- United States -- History and criticism.

Film noir -- History.

Film noir -- History and criticism.

Film noir -- History and criticism.

Film noir -- Social aspects.

Film noir -- United States.

Film noir -- United States -- Encyclopedias.

Film noir -- United States -- History.

Film noir -- United States -- History and criticism.

Film noir -- United States -- Reviews.

Film noir -- United States -- Review

Spy stories, American-- History and criticism.

Detective and mystery stories, American --History and criticism.

Elements of Film Noir

Black and White: Shot to emphasize shadow & the sets the tone

Setting: corridors, urban scenes, apt. blocks, dim lighting

Lighting: Dim, plays on shadow and darkness, suspenseful

Smoking / Smoke 

Shadows: Creates a sense of mystery

Darkness: Sets a tone 

Femme Fatales: Beauty, seduction, untrustworthy , dangerous 

Male Detective: Cynical, hero figure, femme fatale is his downfall 

Guns 

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Movie Trailer: Blonde Ice

Flim Sites

Sites for Free Films