Miami Blues

Audience emotional responses for 'Miami Blues' are heavily influenced by its unique blend of dark comedy, crime, and drama. The dominant emotion is **Humor**, stemming from the quirky, often absurd, and violent antics of Fred Frenger and the darkly comedic situations that unfold. This is balanced by significant **Anxiety** due to Frenger's unpredictable and dangerous crime spree, keeping viewers on edge. **Empathy** is felt for Susie Waggoner, a young woman caught in a perilous lifestyle and drawn into Frenger's chaotic world, and to some extent for the weary Sgt. Hoke Moseley. **Anger** is directed towards Frenger's reckless and harmful actions. Underlying the narrative are feelings of **Sadness** and **Melancholy**, reflecting the bleakness of the characters' lives and the grim realities of 1980s Miami. The casual violence and Frenger's unsettling nature also contribute to a sense of the **Disturbing**.