Indian cinema, known for its vibrant storytelling and varied genres, has a long history. Within these, a specific little genre has grown – Indie Noir, the cross fertilisation of the sensibilities of…
Over the past few years, Indian cinema has seen a very strong revival of noir but this one time around, mainly seen through the eyes of indie filmmakers. These are the…
Known for its elaborate narrative and intricate production design, Indian film boasts flamboyant colors and vivid images. But, the past couple of years, An even darker, introspective sub-genre has been developing in…
Understanding the Influence of Noir in Indian Cinema Noir has greatly influenced world cinema, with various features still among the best known of the classic Hollywood era. Guidriven Despite the fact…
The Emergence of Indian Indie Noir What is Indian Indie Noir Indian Indie Noir is an interesting mix that marries components of traditional noir with traditional Indian culture and society. Because…
A New Chapter in Indian Cinema For years, Bollywood has been the face of Indian cinema around the world. Vibrant dance numbers, melodrama and predictable narrative arcs are the hallmark of the…
A New Darkness Emerges Indian films are always about grand sets, melodious songs and vivid colors. And yet, below this gilded veneer, a stranger, more introspective genre has been quietly lurking, biding…
Indian cinema, which is synonymous with witty musicals and melodramatic storylines, has come a long way. But between its variety of genres, indie noir has become a fascinating playground where filmmakers can…
The Rise of Indian Noir Indian cinema has experienced a cinematic renaissance in recent years with new age filmmakers and cinematographers re-embracing the noir look. With it’s high contrast lighting, shades…
Why Indian Noir Deserves a Closer Look From its vibrant song-and-dance numbers to its epic storytelling, nothing captures the sheer magic and power of Bollywood quite like the films themselves. But…