By utilizing and expanding upon the thematic characteristics, character types, and the cinematography of other classic film noir movies, Martin Scorsese was able to create a neo noir master work that embodies the disillusionment of the 1970's. ... In his essay, "Notes on Film Noir," Paul Schrader, who wrote the "Taxi Driver" screenplay, outlines his view of film noir as a genre. ...

• Word Count: 1980
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate