2. A motion picture genre marked by grim
urban settings, cynical, bleakly
pessimistic characters, and starkly
shadowed photography.

3. 
A lot of shadows, fog and mystery as well
as distortion to make the viewer feel
uneasy.

4. 
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Extreme
close ups
Depth
of field
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Mirror and
obscured
reflection
shots.

5. 
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Dutch tilts
& irregular
framing
Use of urban settings and street lamps.
Everyday settings to back alley and spookier
areas make viewing more uncomfortable

6. 
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Use of
strong
lighting
Use of
rain and
weather

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Downbeat jazz
Heavy breathing
Sudden noises
Use of silence
Sounds of urban areas
Voice overs

8. Transitions between scenes, unlike
modern jump shots.
 Flashbacks – told non linearly
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11. 
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Detective
Corrupt police
Gangsters
Protagonist
Heros
Criminal

12. 
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Greed
Love
Betrayal
Jealousy
Lust
Revenge
Corruption
Murder
Sex
Justice

13. 
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Voice over narration
Flack backs and fast-forward's
Elliptical
First person narrative
Convoluted ending
Good cop, bad cop