1. According to Paul Schrader, is Film Noir a genre?

What Paul Schrader believes is that Film Noir is not a genre.

2. What are three films that are quintessential Film Noir?

The three films that are quintessential are:

*"The Accused" by William Dieterle

*"Ace in the Hole" by Billy Wilder

*"Act of Violence" by fred Zinnemann

3. What are some films that were precursors to Film Noir?

Mr. Smith Goes To Washington

In the movie "Mr. Smith Goes To Washington" i think it changes democracy today because they way that Mr. Smith talks and stands up for him self can or may inspire other people to stand up for what they believe in. So thats why i think it changes democracy today.