L.A. Confidential
Burbank, CA: Warner Brothers, 1997. Vintage press kit for the 1997 film. Full-color illustrated pocketed folder, containing three black and white photographs, and three gatherings of promotional reading material.
Based on James Ellroy's 1990 novel, the third in his L.A. Quartet series. Three detectives are tasked with investigating a serious of grisly murders in 1950s Los Angeles, which they learn are linked to a notorious gang leader, high-class escorts, and widespread corruption within the police force. A formidable nod to film noir.
Nominated for nine Academy Awards, winning two for Best Screenplay and Best Supporting Actress for Kim Basinger.
Shot on location throughout Los Angeles.
Folder, photographs, and promotional material Near Fine.
National Film Registry. Grant US. Hardy, The Gangster Film US. Silver Classic Noir. Spicer US.
[Book #151528]
Price: $150.00
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