This article is about the film “Frank Miller’s Sin City” released in 2005. It’s a live-action adaptation of the comic series by creator Frank Miller and director Robert Rodriguez. The film weaves multiple storylines, depicting the violent noir world of Sin City through the eyes of its toughest characters.
Marv, a street thug, seeks to avenge the murder of a prostitute named Goldie. Dwight, a photographer, gets entangled with the ladies of Sin City and trouble ensues after a run-in with a corrupt cop. Hartigan, an ex-cop with a heart problem, aims to protect a stripper named Nancy. The film boasts a star-studded cast including Bruce Willis, Clive Owen, Mickey Rourke, Jessica Alba, Rosario Dawson, Benicio Del Toro, and Elijah Wood.
The movie promises a direct translation from the comic series with shots and dialogue adapted from the original panels. Robert Rodriguez quit the Director’s Guild when they denied Frank Miller co-director status, ultimately co-directing the film with him.
The film has an MPAA rating of R and falls within the genres of action, adventure, crime, and thriller. Quentin Tarantino was brought in to direct an extended scene between Del Toro and Owen. “Frank Miller’s Sin City” remains a visually striking and faithful adaptation from the comic book series to the silver screen.
