Noir

Name: Noir
Genre: 16, 10759, 18
Released: 2001
Rating: 6.639

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Mireille Bouquet is a professional assassin, and a very good one at that. But when she follows up an e-mail from a young Japanese girl named Kirika Yumura, inviting her to take "a pilgrimage to the past," her life becomes even more dangerous than it already is. Now, with a haunting melody invoking the memory of an event long past, Mireille and Kirika decide to work together to find the truth about a thousand-year-old organization that has controlled both of their lives since before they were born. And the only clue in their search, the only thing Kirika remembers about herself, becomes their working codename: a name designating an ancient fate, of two maidens who reign over death—Noir.

Who would love this

♥Fans of slow-burn, atmospheric storytelling.
♥Viewers who prioritize soundtrack and aesthetic cohesion in anime.
♥Those interested in philosophical explorations of fatalism and identity.
♥Fans of the "girls-with-guns" genre who prefer character-driven drama over pure action.

Who might not

✗Viewers who prefer fast-paced, high-octane action.
✗Those who dislike ambiguous or slow-moving plots.
✗Viewers looking for lighthearted or comedic content.
✗People who find "flat" character expressions or minimalist dialogue distracting.

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What critics are saying about Noir

The red dream of a black cat. The reference point here is of course film noir, the genre of black and white movies. But Noir ‘s inspiration is less a direct aping of tropes and more a signal that it intends to replicate that movement’s sense of mood and place. Indeed, even as Noir ‘s marriage of action movie tropes and dramatic, philosophical dialogue spins out into a storyline of rival ... ... This opening action piece sets the tone in many ways, as all of the elements Noir will follow are here; Kirika being so good at killing that she ... ... The largest of all of these contrasts however, is much bigger than any single character. Rather, it’s the twin notions of self-determination and fatalism. The opening spiel at the start of each episode tells us that Noir is “the name of an ancient fate”, and that’s a thought the anime takes very seriously.Altena is only given a fairly subtle characterization, in fact. Without close viewing I imagine some might come away from Noir finding her actions nonsensical. The only direct look at Altena’s past we get is through a handful of un-narrated, brief flashbacks.

(REVIEW) The Black Thread of Fate: Death, Past and Present, in NOIR

“Noir,” the 2001 anime series produced by Bee Train, is a compelling tale of intrigue, amnesia, and the shadowy world of assassins. At its core, the narrative hinges on the complex relationship between two young women, bound together by a shared past and a dangerous present. Understanding who these main characters are is crucial to appreciating the nuances of the series’ plot, themes ...

Who are the Main Characters in "Noir"? - Scifi Dimensions