The concept of film noir, first coined by Nino Frank in 1946, describes a cycle of cynical crime thrillers that initially emerged from Hollywood yet influenced global cinema, showcasing violence, pessimism, and stylistic traits rooted in European silent films.
Film noir became a distinct genre, characterized by tropes such as the femme fatale, flashbacks, and antiheroes, proving its international appeal as filmmakers across the globe embraced these elements in local productions.
International influences on film noir illustrate its global reach, with Latin American films like The Bitter Stems and Brazilian noir Road to Crime highlighting adaptations of the Hollywood style while resonating with their cultural narratives.
Despite the passage of time, film noir's relevance endures, with new films continuously reinterpreting its core themes and styles, as seen in the recent Chinese procedural Only the River Flows.
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