Eventually, I combined 3 of my different lists into one. It might seem questionable, but if you think about it, so many of these movies have similar elements that all run into each other.
Film noir is a cinematic term used primarily to describe stylish Hollywood crime dramas, particularly those that emphasize cynical attitudes and sexual motivations. (Wikipedia)
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