An example of formalism in narrative. Opening minutes demonstrate fundamental elements of noir aesthetic. High-contrast/low-key lighting in urban location, protagonist narrating about past events, his flaws, and introduction of a seductive woman. Note her cigarette which scholars point as symbol of femme fatale's appropriation of masculine power.
故事太摇摇欲坠了实在经不起推敲但台词和摄影确实相当精彩仿佛它们才是这部电影的主角而所有的人物和剧情不过是过程中的串联"The only way to stay out of trouble is to grow old...Maybe i'll live so long that i'll forget her. Maybe i'll die trying."