Question 1

Why does the film's visual style hide taller buildings in Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

At the time the film takes place, no building in Los Angeles was allowed to be taller than City Hall, so cameras were placed to avoid showing any taller buildings.

Question 2

What did James Ellroy say about Kevin Spacey's performance as Jack Vincennes?

Accepted Answer

James Ellroy described Kevin Spacey's performance as 'Some of the best self-loathing I've ever seen on-screen.'

Question 3

How did Russell Crowe prepare to feel like a 'giant' while playing Bud White?

Accepted Answer

Russell Crowe moved into an apartment so small he had to duck through doorways and could barely stand up, making him feel like a 'giant' on set.

Question 4

Which major film festivals featured L.A. Confidential in 1997?

Accepted Answer

L.A. Confidential was featured at the Cannes Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, and San Sebastián International Film Festival in 1997.

Question 5

What conspiracy do three detectives investigate in 1950s Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Three detectives in the corrupt 1950s L.A. police force use differing methods to uncover a conspiracy behind shotgun slayings at an all-night diner.

Question 6

Why are there no tall buildings visible in the film's 1950s Los Angeles setting?

Accepted Answer

At the time, no building in Los Angeles was allowed to be taller than City Hall, so cameras were placed to avoid showing any taller buildings.

Question 7

Which major film festivals was L.A. Confidential an official selection for in 1997?

Accepted Answer

It was an official selection at the Cannes Film Festival, San Sebastián International Film Festival, and Toronto International Film Festival in 1997.

Question 8

What did Russell Crowe do to feel like a 'giant' while playing Bud White?

Accepted Answer

Russell Crowe moved into a very small apartment where he had to duck through doorways and could barely stand up, making him feel like a giant on set.

Question 9

Who directed and co-wrote L.A. Confidential?

Accepted Answer

Curtis Hanson directed the film and co-wrote it with James Ellroy and Brian Helgeland.

Question 10

What conspiracy do three detectives investigate in 1950s Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Three detectives in the corrupt L.A. police force use differing methods to uncover a conspiracy behind shotgun slayings at an all-night diner.

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