Film noir portrayal of 'The Blue Caterpillar' (also known as The Hookah-Smoking Caterpillar) from 'Alice in Wonderland,' famous for its iconic hookah. Inspired by the artistic styles of Esao Andrews, Mark Ryden, Benjamin Lacombe, and Jeremiah Ketner, visualize a close-up depiction of the main character, a cartoon Blue Caterpillar, capturing its enigmatic allure within the whimsical world. Emphasize distinctive features and infuse the essence of Wonderland, drawing inspiration from Mark Ryden's pop surrealism lowbrow art style. Utilize a monochrome palette with high contrast and dramatic shadows to create a mysterious, cinematic atmosphere reminiscent of the 1940s.
