Roman Polanski and Robert Towne's semi-mythical take on the history of Los Angeles. This meditation on the illusion of the city offers a memorable glimpse into its history, culture and politics. Jack Nicholson gives the performance of his career as the private eye investigating a figure based on William Mulholland, the city engineer who made much of today's city possible.
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