The term 'Bleak Genre' is often used to describe the film genre known as 'NOIR'. NOIR is a style of crime drama that emerged in the 1940s and 1950s, characterized by its dark and pessimistic themes. It typically features stories of crime, corruption, and moral ambiguity, often with a fatalistic view of the world. NOIR films often feature a femme fatale, a morally ambiguous protagonist, and a sense of impending doom.