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After Midnight: Exploring Scorsese's Urban Nightmares
Paperback
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Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Dec 5 2025
Pages: 80
Weight: 0.26
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
One wrong turn can last all night...
For mild-mannered word processor Paul Hackett, a chance encounter with the alluring Marcy Franklin promises a romantic adventure. Lured downtown into the labyrinthine streets of SoHo, his simple date quickly spirals into a surreal, terrifying, and darkly hilarious odyssey.
A lost twenty-dollar bill is just the first link in a chain of escalating misfortunes. Trapped in a district that has become a hostile, alien landscape after midnight, Paul is thrust into a world of enigmatic artists, paranoid bartenders, and vengeful ice cream truck drivers. Every attempt to get home only plunges him deeper into a Kafkaesque nightmare where he is mistaken for a burglar and hunted by a vigilante mob.
Explore a Cult Classic Like Never BeforeAfter Midnight: Exploring Scorsese's Urban Nightmares delves into Martin Scorsese's criminally underrated cult classic, a masterwork of anxiety-fueled black comedy. This detailed exploration unpacks the film's intricate blend of screwball comedy and film noir, analyzing how a series of bizarre coincidences transforms one man's evening into the ultimate yuppie nightmare.
Inside this guide, you will discover:- A deep dive into the film's unique fusion of dark humor and suspense.
- Analysis of the core themes of urban paranoia and alienation in 1980s Manhattan.
- A closer look at the memorable characters and the controlled chaos of Scorsese's direction.
- The cultural impact and enduring legacy of After Hours as a masterpiece of black comedy.
Join us on a journey through the deserted streets, shadowy lofts, and strange diners of a bygone era. Perfect for cinephiles, Scorsese aficionados, and anyone who's ever felt like a stranger in their own city, this book is an essential companion to an unforgettable masterpiece.
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