Nordic noir en · NOUN
Etymology
Blend of Nordic + film noir.
Meanings
- (uncountable) A subgenre of film noir, set (and usually produced) in Scandinavia; typified by psychologically complex storylines involving the investigation of cruel or brutal crime, as well as heavy use of stark landscapes, pathetic fallacy and grinding realism.
- (countable) A film or show of this subgenre.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nordic noirs | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
Scandi noir · Scandinavian noir
Translations (1)
pl Nordic noir (genre)