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UNITED STATES · 2006

The Black Dahlia

Brian De Palma
New Hollywood murder investigation police corruption 1940s Los Angeles obsession psychological breakdown
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In 1940s Los Angeles, two former boxers-turned-cops must grapple with corruption, narcissism, stag films and family madness as they pursue the killer of an aspiring young actress.

Year2006
CountryUnited States
DirectorBrian De Palma
MovementNew Hollywood
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