Film Noir includes dark, suspense-filled and thrilling mysteries. They are usually ambiguous, pessimistic and emphasize the isolated feel of the modern cities. The usage of low-key lighting and dark colors to create high contrast on screen is very common. Low-angle shots and Dutch camera angles, which are shot with tilted camera angles, are used to portray tension. Instead of showing a person directly, they commonly used disorientation and showed people reflected in a mirror. Film Noirs take place in an urban setting, usually large cities such as Los Angeles, Chicago or New York.
The storylines are usually non-linear and twisting. The narratives are complex and convoluted, typically told with flashbacks and flash-forwards that provide background
The storylines are usually non-linear and twisting. The narratives are complex and convoluted, typically told with flashbacks and flash-forwards that provide background