In a message dated 2/22/02 6:03:18 PM,
zspider@gte.net writes:
<< is noir really that profound or impressive or
artistic? >>
In noir as in other writing, it's the
characters and the story that matter. Atmosphere alone
usually won't carry the day. If none of the characters in a
novel, or play, or film are judged worthy of following or
being cared about, then the story and the quality of the
writing carry a heavy load indeed.
Thompson's books were flawed to be
sure, and not everyone finds enough of interest or value in
his stories to be worth the time it takes to read them, but
many of us are captured by his characters or drawn in by the
intrigue inherent in his writing and the power of his
delivery.
Also, not all noir is unrelentingly
bleak and nihilistic, (See Jim D's definition) and not all of
life is represented by the dark side. Noir isn't
"reality" or a reflection of reality -- it's just a slice of
the pie. At least, that's the way I see it.
Jim
Blue
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