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Film noir is characterized by cynical heroes, stark lighting effects, flashbacks, and an underlying philosophy of existentialism. It was prominent in American crime dramas after World War II. Common conventions included neon lights, rain, cigarettes, weapons, Venetian blinds, shadowing, and quotes about deception. Films noir typically did not have positive endings and used chiaroscuro lighting and shots up staircases. These conventions were seen in the 1995 film Se7en, where Brad Pitt

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