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Meaning of film noir

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

film noir

noun

Definitions

  1. (film genre) A film genre characterized by low-key lighting, a bleak urban setting, and corrupt, cynical or desperate characters.

  2. An individual film in this genre.