While DC Noir's being an anthology film maybe doesn't capture the feeling of a multi-POV novel a la Heat, Widows, or anything by David Simon, the effort it makes is commendable. This really helps sell the angle of this anthology being about more than just an assortment of individuals, but a multi-faceted and diverse community (be it racially, economically, etc.). As for the vignettes themselves, one of the strongest elements at play is how each one focuses on characters from different walks of life. DC Noir captures the area perfectly for a truly immersive experience. To forgo any attempt at simulation and ground a fictional work in a real world this is the fundamental backbone of the sociologically-minded film noir and I love it. Whether it's through Sidney Lumet's cold and muddy New York City, David Simon's inner-city Baltimore corners, or Michael Mann's near-insane dedication on display in Public Enemies, reality can only be shown to an audience, cast, and crew by way of this kind of authenticity. More precisely, it's the shooting on location that makes work like this truly shine.
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