A treat for Neo-Noir fans

Rating: 9/10 (16 September 2016)

L.A. Confidential is a must watch for those out there who are fans of mystery, crime or neo-noir. The story keeps you on the edge of the seat guessing what each character's next step is and what it will lead to. This film has all the elements to make it a gripping noir film: scandal, femme-fatales, sleazy officials and double- crossing. In this film, three police officers for the L.A.P.D. are assigned to investigate a series of murders in the city. The cops are completely different in the outlook on life and have their own motives. How these three cops come to investigate the murders forms the basis of the story. As far as the performances go, Guy Pearce and Russell Crowe are phenomenal in their Hollywood Debuts. At the time, these 2 were relative unknowns in Hollywood as they were only know in Australia and New Zealand. Kevin Spacey is equally impressive in his role but plays a more supporting character to both Pearce and Crowe. Kim Basinger as Lynn Bracken and keeps you glued to the screen. Overall, this film is a must watch for all noir film fans out there. It will keep you guessing what happens next and will keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss out.