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"Brick," released in 2005, fits into the neo-noir genre. This gritty crime drama pays homage to classic noir films while infusing modern storytelling techniques. Set in a stylized suburban Los Angeles, it follows a teenage loner investigating the suspicious disappearance of his ex-girlfriend. "Brick" masterfully blends film noir tropes, such as moral ambiguity, urban decay, and a labyrinthine plot, with a contemporary high school setting.