Los Angeles Plays Itself

From its distinctive neighborhoods to its architectural homes, Los Angeles has been the backdrop to countless movies. In this dazzling work, Andersen takes viewers on a whirlwind tour through the metropolis' real and cinematic history, investigating the myriad stories and legends that have come to define it, and meticulously, judiciously revealing the real city that lives beneath.

RATING

7.6 / 10

RELEASE DATE

2004-07-28

DIRECTOR

Thom Andersen

RUNNING TIME

2h 49m

Budget: Unknown

Revenue: Unknown

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