A truly magnificent movie

Rating: Null/10 (21 November 2000)

Curtis Hanson`s adaption of James Ellroy`s novel is a masterpiece of cinema. It succeeds both dramatically and visually, with a magnificent re-creation of 1950s LA, and breathtaking performances. Russell Crowe is magnificent as the tough bullyboy who discovers he has a conscience; Guy Pierce also turns in a great performance as the ambitious, rookie cop. The real star of this film, however, is the screenplay, turning Ellroy`s stunning novel into an equally stunning film. 10/10