The MoFo Top Neo-noir Countdown - Preliminary Thread
Classical Film Noir existed for a brief period of 20 years, and just like that *poof* it's gone... but in the words of noir expert Eddie Muller, "what do you do with the movies afterwards that seem like those films?" Well, that's where neo-noir comes into play. It is the logical evolution of the classic film noir with more modern themes and sensibilities. It amplifies the scope to include other countries and other genres. Like most continuations, it is bigger and badder, but we're gonna tackle it anyway. As lawless as neo-noir might be, this is not Chinatown... or Nam. This is MoFo. There are rules! So here they are:
THE BALLOT So where do you vote for this batch of corrupt films? Just like previous countdowns, we'll be using our new ballot software, courtesy of Yoda, which you can access here: It will look like this: https://i.imgur.com/5QKYnCN.png
So what films can break through this glass door to get in our countdown?
Here are some examples of what you should be looking for: If you are not sure, feel free to ask about any film here on the thread or via DM. We will try to clarify and reach a consensus, and notable eligibility cases might be put somewhere visible on the thread for others to check. There's a lot of time to watch some films, so don't stand there picking your nose. Sit down with your best friends or worst enemies and watch and talk about neo-noir. Even if you don't think you're into noir or neo-noir, I'm sure most of you have seen at least 25 films that would qualify. So make sure you watch, rewatch, and get your voting list in. We will have some noir watching activity threads, so check them out and try to participate. Remember that Citizen Rules is hosting the Film Noir countdown (see thread here) so make sure and participate in that one as well. Also, feel free to join the Neo-noir Scavenge Hunt! So as usual, choose well, choose wisely, always respect the opinions and thoughts of others, but most of all, HAVE FUN... in a dark and twisted way! |
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BALLOTS RECEIVED
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RECOMMENDATIONS AND HELPFUL LINKS
Watch this brief introduction to neo-noir from noir expert, Eddie Muller https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6q89aiCdt3Q Episode of my podcast where we cover Noir and some neo-noir: The Movie Loot 49: The Noir Loot (with Richard Edwards) Angelica Jade Bastien article on Vulture.com 33 Essential Neo-Noirs, From Jackie Brown to Gone Girl NoFilmSchool article on Neo-noir What is Neo Noir? Definition and Essential Examples Wikipedia list of neo-noirs List of neo-noir films Swapnil Dhruv Bose article on Far Out magazine From Martin Scorsese to Ridley Scott: 10 essential films from the American neo-noir movement Hannah Saab and Alexander Bernard article on Collider.com The 12 Best Neo-Noir Movies of All Time, According to Reddit Mentions on these lists and articles doesn't override our eligibility rules. They're meant to serve as guides to what is neo-noir. |
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It's on! I will add more links to this third post once I get home, so keep your eyes on it.
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Excellent work Thief!
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In opening picture above, I see you included Jackie Brown and Drive as neo noir, so I will consider them for my list.
Question: is The Killer (2023) neo noir? |
Originally Posted by Tugg (Post 2422206)
In opening picture above, I see you included Jackie Brown and Drive as neo noir, so I will consider them for my list.
Question: is The Killer (2023) neo noir? I still haven't seen The Killer (might watch it tonight or tomorrow), but it has a "neo-noir" tag on IMDb. As far as Wikipedia or Letterboxd, nothing yet, and it needs at least two. Considering that it's a film that just premiered on Netflix today, let's give this one some time before we decide. |
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Thank for hosting, Thief!
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*Sees thread, gets excited.*
*Reads eligibility requirements and goes to check the eligibility of her favorite Neo-noir* *No longer excited.* |
Originally Posted by Miss Vicky (Post 2422215)
*Sees thread, gets excited.*
*Reads eligibility requirements and goes to check the eligibility of her favorite Neo-noir* *No longer excited.* |
Originally Posted by Wyldesyde19 (Post 2422217)
Which films were you considering? We can dig deeper if need be
IMDb has "neo noir" listed under Plot Keywords. Wikipedia includes it on the Neo-noir list that Thief posted, but it's not anywhere on the film's Wiki page. It's not listed as Neo-noir anywhere on its Letterboxd page. |
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Hooray!
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Originally Posted by Miss Vicky (Post 2422218)
The very first movie I checked is Who Framed Roger Rabbit.
IMDb has "neo noir" listed under Plot Keywords. Wikipedia includes it on the Neo-noir list that Thief posted, but it's not anywhere on the film's Wiki page. It's not listed as Neo-noir anywhere on its Letterboxd page. Hmm, my initial reaction is to consider it since the noir elements are pretty much at the core of the film. But since it is also an animated comedy, I suppose the noir sub-definition gets diluted a bit. We'll deliberate in the backroom and let you know. |
Originally Posted by Miss Vicky (Post 2422218)
The very first movie I checked is Who Framed Roger Rabbit.
IMDb has "neo noir" listed under Plot Keywords. Wikipedia includes it on the Neo-noir list that Thief posted, but it's not anywhere on the film's Wiki page. It's not listed as Neo-noir anywhere on its Letterboxd page. It's tagged as Neo noir on the TMDB site, so that's two movie sites that have it tagged as neo noir. You should be good to go. |
Originally Posted by MovieFan1988 (Post 2422235)
https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/856...d-roger-rabbit
It's tagged as Neo noir on the TMDB site, so that's two movie sites that have it tagged as neo noir. You should be good to go. |
Originally Posted by Miss Vicky (Post 2422238)
Ah, thanks. I didn't check TMDB because it and Letterboxd are listed like they're the same thing on the first post. I'll make sure to check it for the others I'm considering.
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Movies can bridge genres, let’s not forget.
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Originally Posted by Wyldesyde19 (Post 2422254)
Movies can bridge genres, let’s not forget.
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Plenty of obvious ones there, but anyone want to take a shot at identifying all thirty-two of 'em?
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