A Life In Your Hands: A Judge Is Shot

NOIR
From Page To Screen - A Case For Neo-NoirThe Film Noir and Neo-Noir genres have always captivated audiences by transporting them into a world of intrigue, suspense, and gritty storytelling. Many of the social, cultural, and political influences of the post-WWII Film Noir era exist today: audiences are primed for the cynical, damaged protagonist, the corrosive femme fatale temptress, and the sophisticated, articulate villain. Stories that rely on quality scripts, actors, and production rather than costly special effects.

There’s a reason why people still watch “The Maltese Falcon” and “The Third Man” while movies that rely on special effects don’t age well.

In today's rapidly changing world, we find ourselves grappling with complex societal issues and moral dilemmas that parallel the challenges faced during the height of the Film Noir era. The resurgence of Neo-Noir as a genre harkens back to the classic elements of shadowy alleys, conniving women, and hard-boiled detectives while exploring contemporary themes through a stylistic lens.

There are a number of compelling reasons why these Neo Noir novels would make interesting television series or film franchises.

1. Timeless Appeal: The Film Noir era remains an iconic and influential period in cinematic history, captivating audiences with its distinct visual style, morally ambiguous characters, and atmospheric storytelling. Developing these Neo Noir novels for the screen taps into the genre’s enduring appeal and will resonate with both a nostalgic demographic as well as a new generation of viewers.
   
2. Societal Relevance: Today's society shares striking similarities to the themes and conflicts explored in classic Noir films. Issues such as corruption, surveillance, identity crises, and the blurred lines between good and evil continue to resonate with audiences. Bringing these novels to the screen will engage viewers in thought-provoking narratives that shed light on our modern world while honouring the rich traditions of the Noir genre.
   
3. Diverse Characters and Perspectives: Our collection of Neo-Noir novels goes beyond the traditional archetypes and brings forth a diverse international range of characters, representing different ethnicities and backgrounds. Showcasing inclusivity plays a vital role in promoting representation and addressing the demands for diversity in storytelling.
   
4. Market Demand: Neo Noir has witnessed a resurgence in recent years, gaining popularity across various mediums, including literature, television, and streaming platforms. Books are the raw material of the entertainment industry. Developing these novels for the screen meets the rising demand for gritty, character-driven narratives that explore the darker aspects of human nature.
   

We bring you three series options, that are current, diverse, and classical at the same time.

The Outlaw Rider : Six novels about an orphaned white trash female teenager who becomes a jockey and a major player in an LA criminal Chinese triad that runs racetracks and casinos.

Deception: Five books about a half-British, half-Canadian, SIS Analyst who has difficulty distinguishing reality from imagination and his beautiful Mossad accomplice that he fears only exists in his head.

The Axel Files: Five books about a Toronto private investigator who travels the world looking for lost, stolen, or misappropriated items like the Savola Diamond, the Tokugawa Shunga woodblocks, the manuscript for The History of Cardenio, the priceless Honjō Masamune katana, and the missing Pakal treasures.

Jerry Bader is an author, screenwriter, and publisher in the Neo-Noir crime, spy, and mystery genres.

We invite you to enjoy the world of Neo-Noir.