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A surprisingly fun noir, though afterward this was clearly a film that was more tailored to my sensibilities. I generally don't care much for noir cinema, as it is quite a dialogue and character-focused genre. Diva on the other hand has an outspoken aesthetic that is carried through until the very end. A young fan goes to the opera and secretly records the singer's performance. When others realize he has her performance on tape, they want to steal it from him to sell it on the black market. They're not the only ones after the tape though, another group of criminals believe the tape has incriminating evidence. And so the young fan finds himself in quite a bit of trouble. The styling is what sets this film apart. Stylish camera and color work, moody lighting, and an atmospheric score kept me interested in what was otherwise a rather basic crime story. It could've been a tad shorter, but some well-placed action scenes made sure the pacing never dipped too low. A cool surprise.Read all
