Curtis Hanson's epic period crime drama.
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About the film
As corruption grows in 1950s Los Angeles, three policemen - one strait-laced, one brutal, and one sleazy - investigate a series of murders with their own brand of justice.
Won an Oscar for Best Screenplay and Best Supporting Actress for Kim Basinger, Nominated for Best Picture but lost to Titanic.
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Noir with an attitude, a thriller packing punches. It gives up its evil secrets with a smile. Chicago Tribune
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A tough, gorgeous, vastly entertaining throwback to the Hollywood that did things right. The New York Times
BBFC Insight: Suitable only for adults
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