Top 10 Crime Films Set in Nighttime

Description: A classic noir with Robert Mitchum as a preacher with "LOVE" and "HATE" tattooed on his knuckles, using the night to hunt for hidden money, creating an eerie atmosphere.

Fact: This was Charles Laughton's only directorial effort, and it was initially a commercial and critical failure but has since become a cult classic.

Description: Michael Mann's epic crime drama features a cat-and-mouse game between a master thief and a relentless cop, with many scenes set in the nocturnal ambiance of Los Angeles.

Fact: The famous bank heist scene was filmed in real-time, and the actors used real guns loaded with blanks for authenticity.

Description: George Clooney and Jennifer Lopez star in this stylish caper film where much of the action takes place under the cover of night, adding to the film's cool, slick aesthetic.

Fact: The film was based on the novel by Elmore Leonard, and Steven Soderbergh's direction was praised for its visual style and narrative structure.

Description: Terence Stamp plays an ex-con seeking revenge in Los Angeles, with the city's nighttime scenes providing a gritty backdrop to his quest.

Fact: The film uses non-linear storytelling, with scenes from Stamp's character's past interwoven with the present.

Description: Tom Cruise plays a hitman who uses the cover of night to carry out his assignments, with the city of Los Angeles as his playground. The film's use of neon lights and dark streets creates a mesmerizing visual experience.

Fact: The film was shot in sequence to maintain the continuity of the night. Cruise did most of his own stunts, including a scene where he jumps from a moving train.

Description: Martin Scorsese's masterpiece about moles in the Boston police and the Irish mob, with much of the action taking place under the cover of night, adding to the tension and secrecy.

Fact: The film was a remake of the Hong Kong film "Infernal Affairs." It was Scorsese's first Best Director Oscar win.

Description: Ryan Gosling stars as a stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver, with the film's aesthetic heavily relying on the neon-lit nights of Los Angeles.

Fact: The film's soundtrack was critically acclaimed, with its synth-heavy score perfectly complementing the nighttime scenes.

Description: Ben Affleck directs and stars in this tale of bank robbers in Boston, where nighttime heists and chases are key elements, showcasing the city's darker side.

Fact: Affleck based the film on the book "Prince of Thieves" by Chuck Hogan, and he did extensive research with former criminals to ensure authenticity.

Description: Jake Gyllenhaal delivers a chilling performance as a freelance crime journalist who thrives in the darkness of Los Angeles, capturing the city's underbelly on camera. The film's use of night lighting enhances the eerie atmosphere, making it a perfect fit for this collection.

Fact: Jake Gyllenhaal lost 30 pounds for the role to portray the gaunt, driven character. The film was shot entirely at night to capture the authentic feel of the nocturnal crime scene.

Description: Al Pacino plays a detective sent to a small Alaskan town where the sun never sets, but the film's tension is heightened by scenes set in the perpetual twilight.

Fact: This was a remake of a Norwegian film of the same name. The film was shot in British Columbia, Canada, to simulate the Alaskan setting.