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Movie Info

Release Date: September 19, 1997
Runtime: 138 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (10)
Genres:
Drama Crime Thriller Mystery
Budget: $35,000,000
Revenue: $126,216,940
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
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99%
Tomatometer
91
91/100
Metacritic
🎬
7.8/10
TMDB
5,461 votes
⭐
8.2/10
IMDb
657,228 votes
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L.A. Confidential

1997

"Truth hides in the shadows of deception."

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Awards & Recognition

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3 Wins
3 Nominations
6 Total
Oscars
1 2 nom.
SAG Awards
1 1 nom.
Golden Globes
1
Year Festival Category Winner Result
1998 Oscars Best Supporting Actress Kim Basinger Winner
1998 SAG Awards Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture David Strathairn Nominated
1998 Oscars Best Picture Curtis Hanson Nominated
1998 Oscars Best Director Curtis Hanson Nominated
1997 SAG Awards Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role Kim Basinger Winner
1997 Golden Globes Best Supporting Actress Kim Basinger Winner
Year Festival Category Winner
1998 Oscars Best Supporting Actress Kim Basinger
1997 SAG Awards Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role Kim Basinger
1997 Golden Globes Best Supporting Actress Kim Basinger
Year Festival Category Winner
1998 SAG Awards Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture David Strathairn
1998 Oscars Best Picture Curtis Hanson
1998 Oscars Best Director Curtis Hanson

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Category Level Indicator
Violence 4/5
Sexual Content 3/5
Language 4/5
Drugs / Alcohol 3/5
Frightening Elements 3/5
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Budget: $35,000,000
Revenue: $126,216,940
Profit $91,216,940
ROI +260.6% (3.6x)

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L.A. Confidential is directed by Curtis Hanson .

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Trivia & Fun Facts about L.A. Confidential

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  • In one scene, a newspaper headline references the real-life 'Black Dahlia' murder, subtly linking the film to another infamous crime in Los Angeles history.

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  • Kim Basinger was originally cast to play the role of Lynn Bracken after her performance in 'The Natural', showcasing her ability to portray complex female characters.

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  • During the diner scene, a coffee cup is seen in various shots, but it changes colors multiple times, highlighting a continuity error that went unnoticed during filming.

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  • Curtis Hanson and co-writer Brian Helgeland later collaborated on '8 Mile', showcasing their ongoing partnership and shared interest in gritty, urban narratives.

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