Sin City is a neo-noir film released in 2005. Co-directed by Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller, the film is an adaptation of Frank Miller's graphic novel series "Sin City." It features a stylized visual aesthetic that emulates the look and feel of the original comic books. The movie consists of multiple interconnected stories set in Basin City, a corrupt and crime-ridden urban landscape. Some of the notable segments include:
"The Hard Goodbye" - This story follows Marv (Mickey Rourke), a hulking, disfigured man seeking revenge for the death of a woman he loved.
"The Big Fat Kill" - Dwight McCarthy (Clive Owen) becomes entangled in a feud between a group of prostitutes and corrupt police officers.
"That Yellow Bastard" - Detective Hartigan (Bruce Willis) attempts to protect a young girl from a sadistic, powerful criminal.
The film's unique visual style involves the use of high-contrast black-and-white cinematography with occasional splashes of color, reminiscent of the original comic book art. The cast includes several notable actors, such as Bruce Willis, Mickey Rourke, Clive Owen, Jessica Alba, and Elijah Wood.
"Sin City" received praise for its visual innovation, faithfulness to the source material, and the ensemble cast's performances. It's often regarded as a significant contribution to the neo-noir genre and graphic novel adaptations in cinema.