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Film noir is a genre that came just after World War II when America, having gone through quite a bit, was more world-weary and perhaps a bit less naive. The heroes in these films are often cynical, flippant, and rough & tumble. The genre officially ended in the early sixties, but many...

This review is a critical analysis of four films and their subsequent genres. The essay attempts to bring up modern criticisms with the more antique genre of each film. Four famous filmmakers were suggested, and genres span film noir, drama, classic and cult film making.

Werner Herzog a great director of the 70's made this movie with Klaus KInski one of the most important German actors of all times. The doleful music is by Wagner from his Rheingold and is a subtle background to the movie itself. This is a deliciously dark movie.....enjoy...

An opinion on the timeless genre which has taken something of a permanent backseat.

36 Chowringhhe Lane: the address of old age, loneliness, betrayal and supreme dignity.