THESE STREETS AIN'T WHAT THEY USED TO BE
Noir Absolu
COMING
SOON
OCTOBER
2023
COMING
SOON
NOIRABSOLUMOVIE
SYNOPSIS
After the fall of gangster Bugsy Siegel's Fabulous Flamingo Hotel in 1947, NOIR ABSOLU stars the cold-hearted, stubborn and cynical private eye Winston in chilling January, following the mysterious death of his cold case assistant Calder. Winston is simply trying to enjoy a quiet birthday celebration an evening alone at the office. But how could he? His mind is racing like a mad man. As you might expect from this kind of movie, his night goes from bad to worse when Calder's widowed wife Alice interrupts his solemn affair delivering an eerie letter beyond the grave.
Lightning strikes!
Winston soon discovers that he may have just found a crucial clue that could solve Calder's case. The night then becomes a fight to survive amongst ruthless Vegas gangsters and flashy burlesque beauties.
From there, things get a little...dangerous.
Inspiration
As this short a love letter to Old Hollywood, much inspiration arises from the following:
Double Indemnity (1944), It's A Wonderful Life (1946), The Godfather (1972), Scarface (1983), Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988), Goodfellas (1990), Burlesque (2010).
MEET THE CREW
Sterling O'Ray
Sterling is a recent G.C.C graduate and current Arizona State University concept artist, beauty influencer, filmmaker, and lover of Old Hollywood flicks entering her senior year of college in Film & Media Productions who will lead this exceptional team of creatives through every stage of production. Best known for her commercial work with Ken Garth Kia in Avondale, Clinique, The Zion Institutes The Well (2022), and directing + editing fantasy student shorts such as A Tale From Ashore (2023).
Trevor J. Korn
Also known as T, Trev, and T-Bone---- Inspired by documentaries and the dramatically distinct stories people everywhere have to tell Trevor is a kind & dedicated individual who spends his time exploring nature, learning more about his community and developing new skills in every filmmaking role. He often describes himself as a “Multi-Tool” on set. By pursuing the specific role of “Producer”, Trevor is developing his ability to deeply listen, encourage, and assist others in the creation of their art. He is organized, considerate, passionate, innovative, team-oriented, an effective communicator and can visualize the “big picture”. The combination of his skills and passions allow Trevor to take the time necessary to support creative artists and give them opportunities to tell their stories in the most beautiful picture and sound.
Producer
Madison Holling
Madison is a 3rd-year undergraduate film student at Arizona State University pursuing her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Film. Madison has an enormous passion for editing, which involves various film projects where she has collectively produced, directed, filmed and edited approximately 30 short films.
Editor
Isabella protacio
Originally from Dallas, TX, Bella Protacio is in her 3rd year of studying Film and Media Production with a concentration in Cinematography at Arizona State University. She takes a special interest in applying colored lighting and camera movements in creative and evocative ways, and she’s super excited to work on Noir Absolu!
Director of Photography
Ella Mcmaster
Ella is an Arizona State University sophomore majoring in Film and Media Productions planning to emphasize in sound! In her spare time, she loves going to film clubs and playing sand volleyball with friends.
Sound Mixer
Sam Nuzzaci
Sam Nuzzaci is the head production designer for this incredible film. She claims it is an honor to work with such talented and amazing people in order to create masterpieces!
Set Designer
Assistant Director
Hannah Nance
coming soon.
key grip
Cristian torres
Cristian has loved Noir films from a very young age, and their visual style has heavily influenced his style of lighting. Cristian is extremely familiar with Tungsten Lighting (the same type of lights used in early noir films), using heavy contrast to emphasize the story, and creating sharp shadows for a more stylized look. With the use of “old-school” lighting styles and equipment, and with the help from modern technologies, Noir Absolu will be indistinguishable from old Noir classics, such as Casablanca and Double Indemnity.
production assistant
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