Dark Cinematic Style MidJourney SREF Prompts
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Version: v 6.1
SV: 4
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sref code and prompt case 2 --sref 438397885
sref code and prompt case 3 --sref 438397885
sref code and prompt case 4 --sref 438397885

If you generate different style variations using this sref, please make sure you either use the standard Midjourney version shown on this page or copy the full parameter string from the prompt, including the P code. To highlight the unique advantages and features of the style, we have carefully crafted custom prompts for each sref. By using these prompts, you can perfectly replicate the sref's effects.

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Art Style Type

This SREF style blends elements of neo-noir aesthetics, cyberpunk, and cinematic atmospherics. It embodies a modern gothic style with high contrast and dramatic lighting while maintaining minimalist composition. Through striking red and black color schemes and deep emotional expression, it creates a visual language that exists between reality and surrealism, reminiscent of dystopian film aesthetics.

Style Characteristics

The main style characteristics of this SREF include: extreme color contrast (particularly the dramatic pairing of black with red), oppressive yet mysterious atmosphere, carefully crafted light and shadow, and an overall dark visual tone. All images share a "premium feel" dark aesthetic, as if each frame could be a scene from a futuristic film. This style is impressive because it successfully creates tension and mystery while maintaining visual simplicity and power.

Style-Enhancing Prompt Keywords

  • Dark Cinema Style: Pairing with this word enhances the dramatic lighting effects in the image, adding visual storytelling and cinematic quality
  • High Contrast: Using this word can further strengthen the visual impact of the red-black contrast, making the image more striking
  • Cyberpunk Atmosphere: Adding this element enhances the futuristic and dystopian visual style, elevating the sci-fi feel and emotional depth of the work

Recommended Application Scenarios

This style is particularly suitable for sci-fi movie posters, game cover art, music album covers, fashion photography, high-end brand visual marketing, dystopian-themed concept art, and any creative project that requires strong emotion and visual impact.

More Prompt Tips & Tricks


You can explore further by combining the following prompt command for MidJourney:

  • --sv: There are six versions of the Style Reference feature in Midjourney version 7 when using images. Use the --sv parameter to choose between them. --sv 6 is default. --sv 4 is the old V7 sref model (prior to June 16, 2025). Using --sv 6 and --sv 4 may produce different style results.
  • --s: Default value is 100, can be set from 0 to 1000. The higher the value, the more detailed the image, and the closer the style may be to reality.
  • -niji 6: Using this command will give the image a more anime style.
  • --sw: Default value is 100, can be input from 0 to 1000. A higher value makes the style closer to the original.
  • You can now blend multiple --sref codes together (for example --sref 123 456 )
  • You can weigh individual codes or urls as follows --sref 123::2
  • You can also read more guides on How to use SREF Code

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