The conventions and evolution of film noir

Paper by Lea Lindell. In this paper, I will do a comparative analysis of the central conventions of Film Noir. By utilizing the films “Out of the Past” (1947), “The Killers” (1946), and “Chinatown” (1974) as examples, the paper will explore the similarities and differences between classic noir and neo-noir films, highlighting the key conventions … Continue reading The conventions and evolution of film noir