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The Black Dahlia

5.6/10

Rating

121 min

Runtime

2006

Release Year

Brian De Palma

Director

Cast

Josh Hartnett, Scarlett Johansson, Aaron Eckhart, Hilary Swank, Mia Kirshner

Quick Synopsis

Set in 1940s Los Angeles, the story follows two former boxers who have become police officers. As they investigate the murder of a young woman trying to make it as an actress, they encounter various challenges including corruption within the police force, encounters with self-absorbed individuals, the discovery of illicit films, and complicated family issues, all of which complicate their pursuit of the killer.

Detailed Synopsis of The Black Dahlia

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.

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